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RadLaunch, Tech Accelerator Winners to Present at RadTech 2018 Conference
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517, mickey@radtech.org
Chevy Chase, MD (April 9, 2018) The winners of RadLaunch 2018, the new, unique idea tech accelerator for ultraviolet and electron beam (UV+EB) technology start-ups, students and innovators will present their innovations at RadTech 2018 in both the technical conference and on the exhibit floor in a dedicated RadLaunch Pavilion, sponsored by Heraeus Noblelight America.
The RadLaunch 2018 Class:
Trio Labs
Rapid UV 3D printing to create metal and ceramic parts with the same characteristics achieved through standard powder injection molding (PIM) processes.
Reboot Medical, Inc.
PhotoCast Casting Tape, light-cured composite tape that hardens on-demand, producing a rigid splint or cast.
Team from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Nanocrystal photocatalysts which fill an unmet need for efficient water-soluble photoinitiators for coatings and 2&3D printing.
moi composites
A new, patented process that merges the performances of thermosetting composite materials with the potentialities of Additive Manufacturing opening the world of advance composites to features today unimaginable.
The Foam Printing Project
Lightweight parts from resin that is foamed using a patent-pending process and solidified using a UV DLP 3D printer, parts have up to 75% gas fractions, are lighter weight and less expensive to produce.
Dynamic Matter LLC
UV curable thermosetting polymer that can be remolded, relax stress, or repurposed following polymerization for use in optical applications and composites to reduce shrinkage and environmental stresses.
Team from the University of Iowa
Transferrable Shadow Cure (TSC) decouples initiation and propagation mechanisms in cationic photopolymerization to address light penetration problems, thus providing full cure regardless of geometry, pigment and filler content, and sensitivity of material to light and heat.
RadTech 2018 takes place May 7-9, 2018 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Rosemont, IL. For more information visit http://www.radtech2018.com.
3D Printing Innovations and Breakthroughs Featured at RadTech 2018 Conference
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517, mickey@radtech.org
Chevy Chase, MD (March 19, 2018) RadTech, the trade association for UV+EB technology, will feature 3D printing innovations, breakthroughs, and technology previews from new start-ups to established equipment and resin suppliers at RadTech 2018, the UV+EB Technology Conference and Expo, May 7-9, 2018 in Chicago, IL.
RadTech 2018 will feature presentations on 3D Printing including material innovations, new tech, formulation, the use of UV LEDs, and hybrid processing. In addition to multiple conference sessions, RadTech 2018 will also feature a panel discussion including Formlabs and Trio-Labs that will address the benefits and needs for the continued development of resin 3D printing, including new materials such as ceramics and metal.
The RadTech RadLaunch initiative to support innovators and start-ups will also offer presentations on exciting, unique, next-gen 3D printing, including composites, metals, and a foam printing project developed for light-weighting applications in aerospace and automotive.
RadTech 2018 begins with optional short courses offering the basics in resin chemistry for new 3D material developers. Also, the Conference includes over 100 adjacent presentations and 80 exhibitors. Learn more about all the 3D printing topics at RadTech 2018 at http://www.radtech2018.com.
RadTech Announces 2018 Candidates for RadLaunch, UV+EB Technology Accelerator
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517, mickey@radtech.org
Chevy Chase, MD (March 12, 2018) RadLaunch, the new, unique idea accelerator for ultraviolet and electron beam (UV+EB) technology start-ups, students and innovators is pleased to announce our candidates for 2018. If selected as a RadLaunch participant, each company will receive financial support, a travel grant to attend RadTech 2018, and technical, marketing and funding mentorship opportunities.
RadLaunch 2018 Candidates:
Reboot Medical, Inc.
PhotoCast Casting Tape, light-cured composite tape that hardens on-demand, producing a rigid splint or cast.
Team from Eastern Michigan University
“Green” UV-LED curable nail gel polishes from Bio-Renewable Materials.
UltraV Coatings
New, protective floor coatings for instant return-to-service and lasting durability for floor finishes and also directional and safety line striping.
Team from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Nanocrystal photocatalysts which fill an unmet need for efficient water-soluble photoinitiators for coatings and 2&3D printing.
1of23.com
Extend the life of exterior siding coatings, and reduce maintenance costs by pre-treating floors and siding with polymers using UV technology to cure and protect wood from extreme exposure.
Continuous Composites
Continuous Fiber 3D printing creates a moldless, “out of autoclave” composite manufacturing process, embed functional fibers to create a part that can sense and react to stimuli.
LiTeProducts LLC
Flash sanitizer for disinfecting cutting boards, knives, and utensils using environmentally friendly ultraviolet and visible LEDs to enhance Food Safety at the point of preparation.
Mica Corporation
Electron beam water-based primers for flexible packaging systems to create the first "water-based" system used in retort packages with a focus on users of EB digital inks and varnishes.
Trio Labs
Rapid UV 3D printing to create metal and ceramic parts with the same characteristics achieved through standard powder injection molding (PIM) processes.
The Foam Printing Project
Lightweight parts from resin that is foamed using a patent-pending process and solidified using a UV DLP 3D printer, parts have up to 75% gas fractions, are lighter weight and less expensive to produce.
Eaton Chemical, Inc.
UVLED Anticorrosive ID coating for downhole oil/gas pipe, in contrast to baking systems, with significant batching, staging, and handling requirements, system may also be used in-field for repairs, fabrication, and couplings where traditional coatings cannot be cured.
Dynamic Matter LLC
UV curable thermosetting polymer that can be remolded, relax stress, or repurposed following polymerization for use in optical applications and composites to reduce shrinkage and environmental stresses.
Team from the University of Iowa
Transferrable Shadow Cure (TSC) decouples initiation and propagation mechanisms in cationic photopolymerization to address light penetration problems, thus providing full cure regardless of geometry, pigment and filler content, and sensitivity of material to light and heat.
moi composites
A new, patented process that merges the performances of thermosetting composite materials with the potentialities of Additive Manufacturing opening the world of advance composites to features today unimaginable.
The RadLaunch class of 2018 will be presented at RadTech 2018, May 7-9, 2018, Chicago, IL. For more information visit http://www.radtech2018.com.
UV+EB for Food Safety Session Announced at RadTech 2018
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UV+EB for Food Safety Session Announced at RadTech 2018
Chevy Chase, MD (March 7, 2018) Industry, Government lab, and University experts will discuss the non-thermal disinfection of juice, milk, and tea, as well as the use of UV for process preparation and product packaging solutions at at special session on UV+EB for Food Safety, taking place Monday, May 7, 2018 at the RadTech UV+EB 2018 Conference in Chicago, IL. UV is a proven technology, offering an economically-sound, effective, and versatile dry-process technology, that improves plant and consumer safety and offers the further preservation of different foods as well as extended shelf life. This session, sponsored by the International Ultraviolet Association (IUVA), presents the latest updates on the science based validation and commercialization of UV technology for food applications from seed to stomach.
This first of its kind session includes topics related to: Global regulations related to UV for food safety; validation of shelf life extension; and a user’s perspective of UV treatment of beverages. In addition, with the rapid emergence of LEDs, the symposium will address the use of UV LEDs for indoor crop growth simulation, pathogen inactivation, and spoilage reduction; and we will conclude the event with a UV treated cold pressed juice tasting. RadTech 2018 features over 100 presentations and 80 exhibitors, for more information and to register, visit www.radtech2018.com.
Unique IMI Inkjet Short Course Added to RadTech 2018 Program
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517, mickey@radtech.org
A special short course on Inkjet Surface Decoration from IMI’s Industrial Print Academy will be offered at RadTech 2018, May 6 in Chicago. With the rapid development of inkjet applications on products including packaging, glass, textiles, footware, flooring, home décor, and containers, this course will offer techniques for process evaluation, optimization and implementation to help ensure success. The course will discuss crucial system aspects as well as the successes and challenges of inkjet in the diverse product decoration landscape, offering a proven systematic process for connecting the dots from an initial idea to feasibility studies, to development engineering, to system design, and ultimately to production line implementation.
Dr. Alan L. Hudd, Director and Founder, Alchemie Technology, Cambridge, UK will present the course, suitable for engineers, product development staff, managers, business development/planning, and marketing professionals. Key topics include the transition to digital, surface properties, process requirements, and ink selection.
RadTech 2018 features over 100 presenters and 80 exhibitors across manufacturing including UV LEDs, 3D printing, packaging, surface finishing and much more. For more information and to register, visit www.radtech2018.com.
RadTech Announces 2018 President's Award
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517, mickey@radtech.org
Chevy Chase, MD (February 15, 2018) Molly Hladik, Technical Project Leader with Michelman, was honored with the RadTech President's award, at the group's Annual meeting in Miami in February 2018. RadTech, a nonprofit trade association for ultraviolet and electron beam technologies (UV+EB) presents a special "President's Award" each year to honor volunteer leadership and service. "Molly has offered tremendous leadership and support to our UV+EB community for several years," says Lisa Fine, of Joules Angstrom and President of RadTech. "She currently leads our printing and packaging, and technical conference committees, serves on our editorial board, and until recently served on our board of directors."
Dr. Hladik is also an adjunct professor with the State University of New York, College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY ESF), where she helped create a unique online Radiation Curing Program, offering graduate level courses and certification on UV+EB technology. She received her PhD in Chemistry/Polymer Science from the University of Southern Mississippi and has established herself as a recognized leader in UV+EB technology.
University Session Sponsored by The Photopolymerization Conference at RadTech 2018
January 25, 2018
We are happy to announce a new collaboration with The Photopolymerization Fundamentals Conference--the premier scientific meeting for academic and industrial participants--to present the latest research on novel and fundamental questions related to photopolymerization, at RadTech 2018, May 7-9, 2018 in Chicago, IL.
Leading UV+EB researchers from six Universities, as well as the Air Force Research Laboratory, will present their recent research on critical results, and findings that may aid product development. Talks will highlight emerging applications and materials platforms including high-performance fibers, self-assembly, novel polymerization systems and methods of controlling network structure and properties, photo-responsive networks, click chemistry, and light activated dark cure.
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RadTech Forms New Applications Support Committee
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517, mickey@radtech.org
Chevy Chase, MD (January 10, 2018) As the use of ultraviolet and electron beam (UV+EB) processes continues to grow and new applications arise, traditional manufacturing firms are customizing their equipment for these fast emerging technologies. Crucial product and service providers in areas such as fluid delivery, robotics, application equipment, conveyance, controls, testing, inspection, systems integration, and health and safety are increasingly finding their customers moving to UV+EB platforms. To support their efforts to address these new market opportunities, RadTech, the non profit trade association for UV+EB, has started a new Applications Support Committee.
“The depth and breadth of UV+EB technical information, and the networking and partnership opportunities provided by RadTech are instrumental in the growth of this technology and vital to a wide array of manufacturing equipment and service providers,” says Mike Bonner, Saint Clair Systems vice President, and RadTech Board Member. “There are many firms like mine that find their customers are either adopting, investigating, or have expressed an interest in UV+EB technologies, and our goal is to create a resource for them at RadTech.”
The Applications Support Committee meets next at the RadTech winter meeting in Miami, all are welcome, and there is no charge for the meeting. For more information on the new committee, please visit www.radtech.org and contact RadTech at uveb@radtech.org.
Student Competition for Graphic Arts Announced
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517, mickey@radtech.org
Chevy Chase, MD (January 6, 2018) TAGA (Technical Association for the Graphic Arts) and RadTech (the nonprofit trade association for ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam (EB) technologies) are partnering to offer students cash prizes for the creation of original posters touting the benefits of UV+EB technology. UV+EB is a fast, efficient, energy saving printing technology that largely eliminates harmful chemicals. The process, also referred to as energy curing, enables new printing techniques and product differentiation. “Students are vital to our mission at TAGA and the future of our industry,” says Wandee Poolpol, ECKART America Corporation, and Executive Vice President of TAGA. “We have been delighted by past student involvement in this competition, and look forward to engaging new students and sharing their creations.”
The winning poster designs will be showcased by RadTech with the name of the winning students and their college/school, at the biennial RadTech 2018 Conference, in Chicago IL, May 7-9, 2018. They will also be published in UV+EB technology magazine and posted to the group’s website, www.radtech.org. For more information and to register, please visit: http://tagaatc.printing.org/radtech/.
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RadTech Elects 2018 Board Members
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517, mickey@radtech.org
Chevy Chase, MD (January 2, 2018) RadTech, the Association for ultraviolet and electron beam technologies (UV+EB) is proud to announce the election of new board members. Todd Fayne, Pepsico; Sunny Ye, 3M; and Mike Bonner, Saint Clair Systems, Inc. were elected by RadTech members to serve a two year term, starting on January 1, 2018. In addition, board members elected to a second term include: JoAnn Arceneaux, Allnex; Mark Gordon, INX International; George McGill, Precision Ink; Alexander Polykarpov, AkzoNobel; Xiaosong Wu, DSM; and Hui Yang, Procter and Gamble.
“We are proud that over the years, RadTech members have maintained diversity on our Board, to include a wide range of experience, application focus and expertise,” says Lisa Fine, Joules Angstrom, President of RadTech. “UV+EB technologies are unique as they continually evolve to serve innovative business opportunities, and our Board plays a significant role in ensuring our group supports new initiatives.” In addition to Ms. Fine serving as President, Eileen Weber of RedSpot is the RadTech incoming President; Jennifer Heathcote, Phoseon, Secretary; Paul Elias, Miwon, Treasurer, and Peter Weissman, Quaker Chemical, Immediate Past President. Returning Board members include Susan Bailey, IGM Resins; David Biro, Sun Chemical; Michael Gould, Rahn USA; Chris Seubert, Ford Motor Co, and Xiaosong Wu, DSM.
We will formally welcome all new RadTech Board Members at the upcoming RadTech UV+EB Technology Expo & Conference taking place at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Rosemont, IL, May 7-9, 2018. For details on the conference, visit http://www.radtech2018.com.
Announcing RadLaunch, a Unique New Accelerator for Ultraviolet and Electron Beam Technologies
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517, mickey@radtech.org
Announcing RadLaunch, a Unique New Accelerator for Ultraviolet and Electron Beam Technologies
Non-Profit Supports Start-up Companies and Innovation
Chevy Chase, MD (December 4, 2017) RadTech, the non-profit for ultraviolet and electron beam (UV+EB) processes announces the formation of “RadLaunch,” a unique, technology accelerator that will support early-stage start-ups and small businesses as they drive advancements in clean, sustainable, efficient, and energy-saving, next-generation technologies. The mission of RadLaunch is to connect technology start-ups to UV+EB industry leaders.
The fast emergence of innovative materials, additive manufacturing/ 3D printing and the use of new tools such as UV LEDs and inkjet, are accelerating the use of UV+EB as replacements for harsh industrial processes and chemicals, and as a way to eliminate waste. Several start-ups are already seeing the benefits of using UV+EB technology, and RadTech is working to support their efforts to lead the future of manufacturing.
RadLaunch applicants will be vetted and judged by Accelerator sponsors including Chris Seubert, Ford Motor Company; Hui Yang, Procter and Gamble; and Mike Idacavage, Colorado Photopolymer Solutions. “Innovative start-up companies may face challenges in making the best use UV+EB,” says Mike Idacavage, Colorado Photopolymer Solutions and Board member of RadTech. “RadTech has identified these potential hurdles and is working to help remove barriers. As part of this effort, in addition to supporting funds, RadTech will offer something potentially more valuable to a start-up -- mentoring and networking to help foster start-up success, especially in the early stages of growth.”
To learn more and sign-up your startup company and ideas, visit http://www.radlaunch18.org. Selected RadLaunch technologies will be featured at the RadTech 2018 Conference and Exhibition, May 7-9, Chicago, IL http://www.radtech2018.com.
RadTech 2018: UV+EB Materials and Processes Conference Program Phase One Announced
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517
BETHESDA, MD (November 28, 2017) Ultraviolet and electron beam processes (UV+EB) are becoming vital solutions in the growth of next-gen fabrication, finishing, protection and adhesion technologies for a wide range of applications. RadTech, the nonprofit for the advancement of UV+EB training and education, announces its 16th biennial Conference and Exhibition dedicated to this rapidly emerging field.
With over 100 presentations, the latest innovations in UV LEDs, 3D Printing Materials, Printing and Packaging, Coatings, Formulations, and more will be featured. The event also offers academic educational opportunities in "undergrad" and "graduate" level polymer chemistry and a course on Design of Experiments.
RadTech UV+EB Technology Expo and Conference 2018, the world’s largest industry event, will also include more than 80 exhibitors demonstrating the application of this exciting technology.
Registration is open now and phase one of the technical conference program is available online at http://www.radtech2018.com.
RadTech UV+EB Technology Expo & Conference
May 7-9, 2018
Hyatt Regency O’Hare
Rosemont, IL USA
http://www.radtech2018.com/
Nestle, Pepsi Headline Packaging Conference focused on UV+EB Applications
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517, mickey@radtech.org
Chevy Chase, MD (September 25, 2017) Fast emerging processes including inkjet, UV LEDs, and electron beams, offer consumer goods companies a wider palette than ever to create impactful, safe, compliant packaging. Amaury Patin, with the Nestlé Research Center, and Todd Fayne of PepsiCo will share their experiences with the technology at the UV+EB Packaging Conference, on October 24, 2017, in Philadelphia, http://www.radtech.org/uveb2017/.
This one-day event features a full day of talks, including knowledge panels on migration and regulation, a table top exhibition, and a special session by the Foil and Special Effects Association (FSEA). In addition, RadTech, the non profit trade association for UV+EB Technology will hold a member meeting, open to all, the following day on October 25. This compact, economical, one-day event offers the state-of-the-art of UV+EB and access to leading industry experts. For more information and to register, visit: http://www.radtech.org/uveb2017/
RadTech Announces Call for Papers for 2018 Conference & Exposition
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Mickey Fortune, 240-643-0517, mickey@radtech.org
RadTech Announces Call for Papers for 2018 Conference & Exposition
Bethesda, MD (May 3, 2017) RadTech International North America is accepting abstracts for RadTech UV+EB Technology Conference & Exposition 2018, scheduled for May 7-9, 2018 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Rosemont, IL.
We are looking for high quality technical papers that discuss advances in LED Technology, Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing, Electron Beam, Coatings, Materials, Formulation, Chemistry, Equipment, Testing, and more. Please see a complete list of suggested topics here: http://www.radtech2018.com/call-for-papers.
Technical papers should be no longer than 25 min in length, with five minutes for Q&A. The online Abstract Submission Form should be completed prior to September 8, 2017. Descriptions should be sufficiently comprehensive to allow assessment of the scope and content of papers by the Conference Committee. The committee will select papers, and speakers will be notified whether or not they have been selected by October 13.
For more information, visit http://www.radtech2018.com/call-for-papers.
Presentations from the SAE WCX17 “UV+EB Technology for Automotive” Conference
Bethesda, MD (April 7, 2017) With a full room for every presentation, RadTech members presented the latest on ultraviolet and electron beam technologies (UV+EB) at SAE WCX17, the Society of Automotive Engineers’ World Congress, in Detroit.
The event, planned by the SAE Polymers and Coatings Committee / Materials Engineering Activity, and chaired by Christopher Seubert, Ford Motor Company, and Mary Ellen Rosenberger, BaySpring Solutions LLC, focused on the development of novel materials, processes and facilities that are significantly advancing the efforts of energy reduction and vehicle lightweighting. The use of UV+EB curing technology results in improvements in reduced GHG emissions, manufacturing Cycle Time, small-footprint manufacturing, speedy prototype development and additive manufacturing, all creating a revolution in manufacturing.
Session presentations included the application of UV+EB in 3D Printing, Automotive Displays, Hardcoats, PVD, and enhanced corrosion performance.
Interested in Presenting at the RadTech Session at SAE WCX18?
- Email: gary@radtech.org
- Visit the SAE WCX18 Event Site: www.wcx18.org