2016 3rd BIOPLASTIC MATERIALS TOPCON TUTORIAL
April 19, 2016 (Tuesday)
Sheraton Bloomington, 5601 W 78th St, Minneapolis, MN 55439
Instructors:
Edwin Tam, Teknor Apex Company
Dr. Kelvin T. Okamoto, Green Bottom Line
This one-day tutorial will provide practical information that will enhance your understanding of bioplastics. The tutorial is divided into two parts: Sustainability and Bioplastic Materials. Each part is an overview that covers the top Edwin Tam
Edwin Tam
Bioplastic Materials: Overview
1. Classes of Biopolymers/Bioplastics
2. Chemistry
3. Typical Properties
4. Typical Markets & Applications
Dr. Kelvin T. Okamoto
Sustainability: Overview
1. Terminology and Definitions
2. Life Cycle Analysis
3. Regulations
4. Testing
Who Should Attend?
This tutorial is intended for a range of companies and individuals involved in bioplastics development, production, sales, marketing, processing and end-use.
· R&D scientists and engineers, formulation scientists, process engineers, quality engineers and application engineers
· Chemists and chemical engineers involved in development of biopolymers and bioplastics
· Development engineers and research scientists working on new bioplastics developments.
· Bioplastics users and application specialists.
· Sales, Marketing, Market Development and Business Developments
Contact: Edwin Tam, TOPCON Chair, etam@teknorapex.com, (339)222-8076
Co-sponsored by SPE Bioplastics Special Interest Group and SPE Upper Mid-West Section
