ISIMADE In Silico Materials Design and experimental validation for novel optical coatings

The objective of this SBO proposal (strategic basic research) is to develop advanced pragmatic molecular modelling tools to conduct and accelerate the design and development of optical thin film coatings. At a later stage these capabilities could then be used for other applications in materials development research.

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Nanomould II

Accelerated screening of materials for the purpose of controlling the anti-sticking properties of moulding tools at manufacturers of plastics.

The objectives of this collective research program are to better control and understand the sticking behaviour that occurs in the moulding tools of manufacturers of plastics. In the long run it is the focus of this project to develop a breakthrough methodology which will allow a faster and better understanding of sticking issues.

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UV-coat II

The functionalizing of UV-coatings for applications in the textile industry.

This collective research program is a follow-up program on UVCOAT. It emphasizes more on the functionalizing of uv-coatings whereas UV-coat was more focused on finding the basic formulating parameters.

The emphasis in changing the properties of the coatings lays in enhancing the flame retardant properties and changing the effects of hydrofobicity and hydrofilicity.

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Sensorcoat

Wear-resistant coatings for sensor use in heavy duty conditions

For many industrial processes or applications it is very important to capture as much as possible from process data, in-situ and in real time. This increases performances and the life expectancy of materials. Important and even in many processes critical process parameters are temperature and pressure.

This project seeks the following objectives:

• To develop Sensor Coatings which are temperature – and pressure resistant in heavy duty conditions through the screening of material combinations.
• The installation of sensor coatings in inaccessible locations.
• To develop a prototype measuring system that can continuously monitor the measurement results.
• To demonstrate the feasibility for some relevant industrial applications.

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Project 1: High-throughput formulation, application and screening of high viscous solutions, dispersions and pastes.
One of the first projects of Flamac dealt with the development of high-throughput methodologies for the formulation, application and screening of high viscous solutions / dispersions / pastes. This way, Flamac aimed at the acceleration of innovative research for new materials and formulations, their properties and applications. These formulations can be used for a broad range of applications, such as the optimization of lacquers, paints, inks, films and coatings, adhesives and lubricants, agrochemical and cosmetic formulations, food formulations such as chocolate, and catalytic reaction mixtures.

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Project 1a: High-throughput formulation and coating workflow (Symyx Discovery Tools).

This platform, developed by Symyx Discovery Tools Inc., includes a complete suite of software tools for experimental design, equipment operation, data storage, and database retrieval and analysis. All libraries are bar-coded so they can be tracked as they move from tool to tool.

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Project 1b: Modular platform for high-throughput formulation of highly viscous fluids and powders

A modular platform for high-throughput formulation of highly viscous fluids and powders was developed under the scope of the Flamac – hte AG collaboration. Using weight based dispensing technologies, liquids and powders can be formulated for a diverse range of applications, such as coatings, inks and catalysts. The platform is designed for a throughput of at least 300 formulations per 24 hours, where an individual recipe may easily consist of more than 10 dispense steps (liquids and powders) as well as a number of process steps (stirring at a certain speed for a certain time) with a well-defined sequence.

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Project 2: Synthesis and characterization of functional coatings, based on inorganic/organic hybrid systems

Together with hte AG, Flamac has developed a unique combinatorial coating workflow that can provide a competitive advantage to your company by accelerating significantly the rate of innovation for a wide range of applications in the field of specialty chemicals.

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Project 3: Synthesis and characterization of submicron metal-oxide coatings via chemical vapor deposition (CVD)

The aim of this project was to develop a CVD platform for high troughput deposition of thin metal-oxide films. This platform was developed by Ilika ltd.

High-throughput methodology implies the rapid production and characterization of samples. While it is highly desirable that the depositions occur in minimal time, the samples need to be characterized rapidly as well; otherwise the advantage of high-throughput experimentation would be hampered. For this purpose several high-throughput characterization techniques are available at Flamac

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Project 4: Nanomould I

See current projects: Nanomould II