Science-based Formulation: Digitalization of Formulation Tools & Data

Apr 23, 2021 | Article

Optimizing Coating Performance via Predictive Compatibility Parameters of Carbon Blacks and Dispersants

Learn how to quickly predict the most compatible dispersant/carbon black pairing using Hansen Solubility Parameters (HSP) to optimize the performance of your coating...

Mar 2, 2021 | Article

A Success Story of Predictive Formulation with Science-based Apps

By SpecialChem

On the occasion of his 70th birthday, we are thrilled to interview Professor Steven Abbott to learn more about his success story to practical formulation science and how science-based tools simplify...

Nov 20, 2020 | Article

Maturity of Hansen Solubility Parameters (HSP) Usage in Different Applications

By Bernard Hasson

Explore the different applications of Hansen Solubility Parameters (HSP), its anticipated impact, adoption rate and the data availability across different formulation domains...

Aug 7, 2020 | Article

Hands-on Theory of Micelles, Di-blocks and Host/Guest Solubilization

By Steven Abbott

Explore how the theory of micelles, di-blocks, and host/guest solubilization can be modeled easily using SF Approach, HSPiP software, and Hansen Solubility Parameters (HSP)...

Jul 9, 2020 | Article

A New Science-based Tool to Develop Particles-Polymer Dispersions Faster

By Steven Abbott

Explore how you can optimize complex particle systems much faster using a new science-based tool based on HSP that simplifies complex calculations of SF (lattice) theory...

Mar 6, 2020 | Article

Using HSP to Select Coalescents and Improve Film Formation

By Sander van Loon

Discover the effective method to select coalescents and improve film formulation of your dispersion paints & coatings using Hansen Solubility Parameters (HSP)...

Oct 11, 2019 | Article

How Digitalization Helps the Specialty Chemicals Industry to Accelerate Their R&D Efforts

By Dr. Alexander Madl

Learn about the elements, layers and promises of digital transformation & how digitalization helps the Special Chemistry Industry to accelerate their R&D efforts...

Sep 24, 2019 | Article

Substrate Surface Analysis: Get the Most from Roughness Data

By Steven Abbott

Learn expert tips to analyze the roughness of any substrate via amplitude and wavelength data using a science-based surface profile measurement system...

Sep 20, 2019 | Article

Myths and Opportunities for Ink & Coatings Adhesion

By Steven Abbott

Debug the common myths associated with inks & coatings adhesion and understand how you can obtain a strong adhesion by adopting science-based formulation approach...

Jun 25, 2019 | Article

Part-2: Determining Solvent Evaporation Rates Faster with Science-based Tool

By Steven Abbott

In Part 1, we looked at how the formulator might go about choosing the right balance of solvent evaporation properties using basic parameters such as: − Flash Point − Relative Evaporation Rate...