Bio-based coatings: from formulation to performance

Developing bio-based coatings that meet industrial performance requirements

Bio-based alternatives are increasingly available, but selecting renewable raw materials is only the first step. The real challenge is turning them into coatings that deliver the durability, stability and functionality required in industrial applications.

In this short online course, Sirris shares practical research insights on the formulation and performance of bio-based coatings. You will explore bio-based acrylate, epoxy and polyurethane systems, see how additives can enhance functionality, and learn how characterisation techniques can help you assess curing behaviour and thermomechanical performance.

The focus is on making informed formulation choices and validating whether a bio-based coating can meet its intended performance requirements.

For whom?

This course is intended for professionals who develop, improve or assess bio-based coatings for industrial applications, including:

• R&D and innovation managers in coatings and materials
• Product developers and process engineers
• Quality and test engineers evaluating performance and stability
• Companies active in materials engineering, surface engineering, chemicals and manufacturing supply chains
   

Key takeaways

You will leave with a practical framework to formulate and validate bio-based coatings for industrial applications

• Key trends and performance targets: durability, stability, water repellence, antimicrobial functionality
• How to select and formulate bio-based acrylate, epoxy and polyurethane systems
• How bio-based additives can deliver enhanced functionality
• How parallel characterisation supports faster, more reliable formulation decisions
• Practical pointers to monitor curing and thermomechanical behaviour and interpret results

Programme

The course starts with an overview of trends and performance requirements for bio-based coatings, focusing on mechanical durability, antimicrobial properties, stability and water repellence. Next, we discuss selection and formulation of bio-based acrylate, epoxy and polyurethane coatings, including how bio-based additives impact functionality. We conclude with a practical view on characterisation tools to monitor curing and thermomechanical properties, followed by a live Q&A.

SME/KMO subsidies

Flemish SMEs can make use of the SME portfolio (the SME portfolio must be applied for no later than 14 calendar days after the first training day). 
Sirris registration number: DV.O105154 | Duration: 1 hour | Education - Innovation - technology exploration