Time          :  4.00pm

Venue        :  T11B504

Speaker      :  Mr Craig Hazzard, Manager of Atlas Materials Testing

Topic         :  Weathering:  What is it and why you need it for service life prediction

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Abstract of the Presentation:

The presentation introduces the three main factors of weather, sunlight, moisture, and temperature, and the impact of each factor on materials.  We will look at various natural and laboratory weathering approaches used for determining material service life prediction.  Practical application examples will be shared.

About the Speaker:

As Japan and Southeast Asia Manager for Atlas Materials Testing, Craig Hazzard has worked with automotive OEM's, building materials, paints and coatings, plastics, and a variety of other materials companies to promote better understanding of natural and accelerated weathering techniques for service life prediction.

Admission:

Email your confirmation of attendance to admin@pris.org.sg , indicating your name, contact number and company before May 10, 2012.  Admission is free for PRIS members.  The registration fee for non-PRIS members is $30.  Light refreshment will be served prior to the technical talk.

PRIM will be supporting the above event. If we have enough numbers we can organise a delegation to attend the conference and possibly obtain a group discount. Please register your interest with sinyc@prim.org.my before 31st May 2012 to facilitate hotel and flight bookings. 

Hotel rates would be about USD90/room/night. Flights about RM1000 ex-PEN, ex-KUL. (cheaper if we can confirm early)

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 3^rd Annual 2012 APEST RUBBER CONFERENCE

This key session will clearly identify the main issues, problems and suggest solutions and policies which will ensure sustainabledevelopment of the rubber industry. Signature presentations will be:-

SUSTAINABILITY - ISSUES & SOLUTIONS

Natural Rubber in a Changing Market – Creating a Global Sustainability Framework

Dr Ulrich Hoffmann, UNCTAD, Geneva

Second Frontier of Sustainability: Malaysian Progress

Datuk Dr Salmiah Ahmad, Director-General, Malaysian Rubber Board

Thai Rubber Industry Commitment to sustainability

Dr Pongsak Kerdwongbundit, President, Thai Rubber Association

Innovation for Sustainability

Mr Lim Kwee Shyan, President, MARGMA

ENVIRONMENTAL COMPONENTS OF SUSTAINABILITY

Climate change is of major global concern because of its impact on mankind and livelihoods. It is necessary to understand the significance of carbon studies to identify areas of the production chain that need new technology.

Carbon stocks in Rubber Plantation

Mr.Chakarn Saengruksawong et al , Faculty of Chiang Mai University

Meeting Carbon Footprint Standards

Dr Katharina Plassmann, Institute of Agricultural Climate Change Research, Germany

Energizing Efficiently

Ir Francis Xavier Jacob, Energy Commission Malaysia

RUBBER PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

With the economies of developing countries growing rapidly, there is a related demand for rubber goods and accordingly sourcing of products and strategic investments are necessary.

Presentations will be made by Mr Vinod Simon, President, All India Rubber Industry Association (AIRIA), The Board of Investment (BOI), Thailand and Malaysian Industrial Development Authority(MIDA). A forecast for the demand of automotive related products will be made by Mr Hajime Yamamoto of IHS Automotive, Thailand.

LATEX – NEW REQUIREMENTS AND TECHNOLOGY

This session will examine some of the issues to be faced by the latex industry.

Presentations include regulatory requirements and advances in research.

Regulatory requirements for Medical Devices in Thailand

Ms Yuwadee Pattanwong, Director for Medical Device Control, FDA Thailand

Sustainability of Medical Gloves – durability under repeated stress

Drs Tajul A Y and Amir Hashim, Malaysian Rubber Board; Prof.Dr.Pramuan Tangboriboonrat, Mahidol University

Nitrile Latex for improved performance

Synthomer R&D

SUSTAINABILITY – USE OF PERFORMANCE POLYMERS AND MATERIALS

The use of high performance polymers and materials which contribute to enhanced product performance contribute to sustainability such as the reduction of rolling resistance in tires.

Polybutadiene – advantages in tires

LANXESS

Highly Dispersible silicas and silane to enhance product properties

Dr J. C. Nian, EVONIK, Taiwan

Papers on exploiting the unique properties of Epoxyprene and high quality recycled rubber will illustrate how they contribute to sustainability  

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Enrollment for 2012 is now open. Closing date for enrollment is 31st December 2011

For more information, brochure, course schedule and application forms, please visit DPRIM RUBBER 

5th - 10th March 2012
Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Center (BITEC) 

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If you would like to travel with PRIM's delegation pls email to sinyc@prim.org.my to register your interest.

Fees for Training's, Conference, Expo, Exhibitors listed in the accompanying brochures.

Flight is estimated to be about RM1,000 on TG ex-KUL & EX-PEN (cheaper to book earlier)

Hotel is estimated to be about USD80-USD100 per room per night

Transport is, at the moment, via MRT (there is a station at BITEC)

On behalf of Italian Trade Commission Kuala Lumpur, it is my honour and privilege to extend an invitation to you for the upcoming official opening ceremony of the Training Seminar on Renewable Energy, which will be held as the details as follow:

Date: 29^th June 2011 (Wednesday)

Time : 9.00am – 12.30pm

Venue: Renaissance Hotel, Kuala Lumpur

The training seminar is supported by Malaysian Green Technology Corporation and EU-Malaysian Biomass Sustainable Production Initiative (Biomass SP) and will be graced by YB Pn. Noriah Kasnon, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water.  

The training seminar aims to facilitate the sharing of the best practices, experiences and know-how in renewable energy – both biomass & solar energy and discusses greater opportunities on a wide range of technology aspects. Offering three days training, the training seminar will feature keynote addresses, overview of both Italian and Malaysian latest development in the industry, technical training and case studies.   

This event brings together Italian and local leading professional and unique resources to share their experience and insight regarding the future growth and availability of cost-effective applications of renewable energy technologies. It is also looking to strengthen stakeholders’ capacity to evaluate, plan, finance and implement renewable energy projects. Attached is the programme schedule and registration form for your kind perusal. Please note that the training seminar is free of charge.  

Should your company/organisation be interested to participate in the training seminar, please complete the attached registration from and return it to our office via fax at 03-2164 9989.  

For further information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact our trade analyst Mr. Yong Chin Tatt at +603.2164 9931, or write to kualalumpur@ice.it.

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Yours sincerely,

Dr. Andrea Ambra

Trade Commissioner

Italian Trade Commission

Trade Promotion Section of Italian Embassy

Office Suite 19-14-1 & 3A,

Level 14th, UOA Center,

No. 19, Jalan Pinang,

50450, Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603.2164 9931

Fax: +603.2164 9989

Email:   kualalumpur@ice.it

www.italtrade.com/malaysia/

 www.ice.gov.it/estero2/kuala_lumpur/

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