Curing agents are essential to unlocking the full potential of epoxy systems, delivering strength, durability, and performance. From protective coatings to adhesives and composites, the right curing agent ensures rapid processing, resistance, and long-term stability. Wansheng’s portfolio offers diverse and sustainable solutions to boost efficiency and reduce environmental impact. 

This talk will delve into the latest advancements in WB Solpserse^TM dispersant technology, highlighting their role in enhancing the performance and sustainability of products in inks and/or paint formulations. We will explore the Structure property relationships that underpin the effectiveness of WB dispersants and the challenges faced in their development and application.

This session explores the chemical nature of PFAS and PTFE, their environmental and health impact, and their role in coatings and inks.

· PFAS – PTFE – PFOA: concerns and regulatory updates

· Impact on the coatings & inks industry

· Alternatives for formulators seeking to replace PTFE

Lubrizol PTFE Alternatives– Options for coating and ink formulators who are forced or would like to replace PTFE in their formulations

As the demand for sustainable practices within the chemical industry intensifies, Repsol is working to advance innovation through a growing portfolio of sustainable chemical solutions. This presentation will explore Repsol’s strategic approach to sustainability, highlighting key products and initiatives that reduce environmental impact whilst maintaining high performance and quality standards.

This article delves into the critical importance of evaluating the chemical resistance of epoxy systems, highlighting the key features behind a correct testing method. Usually, chemical resistance is measured looking at the weight variation of the specimen but is this procedure always the best one? In this article we’ll report the Ddchem approach to this matter, with interesting data on our epoxy curing agents.

Among our range some products are well-known as methylal, some are less highlighted such as Ethylal or Propylal. One needs to take advantage of the excellent characteristics of our CLP free molecules like Butylal and Elcosol DM.

Acetal is like a Swiss army knife; it looks common but once developed, it offers full functionalities.

Natural clinoptilolite zeolite of very high purity offers benefits across multiple industries. Coatings: lithofill® improves drying, curing, and resistance. Personal Care: clinopure® (COSMOS approved) acts as odor binder, detoxifying and stabilizing agent.

Among our range some products are well-How natural barite and talc support performance-driven innovation, the ecological and functional advantages of integrating natural mineral fillers into chemical formulations across a wide range of industries . By enhancing performance, extending durability, and reducing dependency on synthetic raw materials, these minerals deliver substantial environmental benefits while supporting more resource-efficient and sustainable industrial practices.

There is an increasing demand for highly functional diluents and modifiers that can replace solvents while enhancing performance properties. A new GL resin addresses SVHC concerns and shows excellent compatibility with various types of resins including epoxy resins. It will serve as an environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative for  controlling drying and curing speed, improving flexibility, and enhancing chemical resistance.

Owing to their high aspect ratio and planar morphology, glass flakes deliver properties unattainable with fibrous or granular fillers. This seminar will explore their versatility in coatings and plastics, focusing on how flake morphology, aspect ratio, and surface treatment influence mechanical strength, barrier protection, and long-term durability.

Through three cleaning formulations, this session demonstrates synergies within the Z&S portfolio: 

• Stabilizing formulations with hypochlorite 

• Added performance of SYNTRAN polymers 

• Clear alkaline formulations with hydrotropic surfactants 

Saprolite clays, derived from Devonian shales, provide a new filler option for adhesives, especially in the paper industry, due to their high kaolinite content and low levels of other minerals. Despite the different compositions, these saprolite clays show similar performance to kaolin in adhesives. Blending with plastic clays allows tailored rheological properties for customized solutions in paper and adhesive industries.

Polyisobutylene (PIB) is a non-toxic, stable polymer with NSF H1 certification. Its wide

molecular-weight range allows it to meet the performance requirements of various

industries. Its versatility lies in tackiness, (water vapor) barrier properties, and chemical resistance. Applications include lubricants, sealants, masterbatches, and (stretch) films.

Hydrocarbon resins are low molecular weight thermoplastics with broad uses in adhesives, coatings, and asphalt. Hydrocarbon resins may be grouped into C-5 aliphatic, C-5–C-9 aromatic modified aliphatic, cycloaliphatic diene (dicyclopentadiene) and C-9 aromatic resins The special properties of these resins like the option to make them transparent will be addressed.

Derived from Brazilian sugarcane, as a renewable resource and explores the application of I’m green™ bio-based polyethylene wax in hot-melt adhesives. It demonstrates how this innovative material delivers performance while enhancing sustainability by reducing the carbon footprint.

In technical ceramics, raw material purity significantly affects performance. NABALOX® HPA 40, a newly developed high-purity alumina with >99.9% Al₂O₃ and a primary crystal size of 200–300 nm, offers high thermal reactivity and is ideal for demanding applications such as semiconductor equipment, medical devices, and energy storage technologies.

The key aspects of Industrial Water Systems (IWS), focusing on chemical treatment and scale control strategies to improve system reliability and reduce operational costs. It highlights a non-conventional scale – Calcium Oxalate, which challenges treatment methods with standard chemistry. The session aims to support both technical and purchasing professionals in making informed, cost-effective decisions on water treatment programs and vendor selection.

Natural clinoptilolite zeolite with very high purity and finest available grades, offering solutions in various applications:

· Agriculture: lithosoil® stores nutrients and water in the soil, trials show >40% yield increase in vegetables

· Building / Adhesives: lithofill® as a natural pozzolanic material increases long-term hardness & durability in cement based systems

Clays are well-known amendments to adjust physical and chemical properties of growing media. But: each Clay is different! Therefor studies on different performance of Clays with respect to nutrient buffering, salt stress, water uptake and others will be discussed during this presentation.

Rescuing all citrus peel from waste and turning
it into valuable ingredients.

Details to be confirmed. 

PROTELAN MGL-EC RSPO-MB, is a natural, COSMOS- and NaTrue-approved surfactant designed for use in hair care formulations, particularly shampoos and conditioners.

Based on Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate it offers multiple benefits for hair cleansing and conditioning, making it an ideal choice for mild, eco-friendly, and skin-sensitive products. Pure or combined with other Myristyl-based raw materials, it improves the texture and shine of hair, provides easy combing, and protects the hair structure from damage caused by harsh surfactants.

Jayant Agro-Organics Ltd. presents a portfolio of castor oil-derived specialty ingredients tailored for the evolving European skin and hair care market. With rising consumer demand for natural, sustainable, and high-performance formulations, the company offers innovative actives like Jagrocos CMT for long-lasting hydration, Jagrocid HS for multifunctional texture enhancement, Jagrocos EHS for UV protection, Jagrosorb ZR for odor neutralization, and Jagrolatum as a green alternative to petrolatum. These ingredients align with clean beauty trends, regulatory standards, and environmental goals, making them ideal for premium personal care.

The different grades of ZnO available and how their different properties affect their performance and ease of use in formulations. It is well known that ZnO presents some unique challenges in formulation; strategies for overcoming these challenges will be explained and demonstrated via example formulations. Formulation tips for maximising the efficacy of zinc oxide, for example via the use of SPF boosters, will also be presented.

Lanolin is a natural wax derived from sheep’s wool that combines unique functional and ecological advantages. Owing to its emollient, emulsifying, and stabilising properties, it is highly valued across industries such as coatings, adhesives, and cleaning products – but especially in cosmetics. As a natural and sustainable ingredient, lanolin functions as an emollient, texturiser, and emulsifier in both conventional and natural cosmetics, offering a superior alternative to mineral oils and synthetic ingredients.

The development of high-performance rubber compounds requires advanced fillers optimizing mechanical properties and processing. Werbalink EP, a mineral-based filler with engineered particle size distribution, shows advantages over conventional fillers, enhancing elasticity, dispersion, and durability while reducing hardness. It promotes superior stress distribution and controlled crosslinking, improving dimensional stability and reducing processing inconsistencies. Its high dielectric strength makes it suitable for electrical insulation.

This presentation will cover the 7 critical steps needed for the successful bonding of different elastomers to substrates.

From material and substrate preparation, to the control and understanding of Dry Film Thickness and Drying processes, the presentation will also explore the implications of missing key steps.

This presentation will also detail the different Failure Modes of bonded components, to enable faster corrective actions.

TCPP and in general small molecule flame retardants are getting more and more under pressure. Wansheng recently developed new reactive flame retardants for use in polyurethane which we believe are the most sustainable solution for the future.

Castor oil-derived polyols enable renewable PU foams for insulation, automotive interiors, and footwear. This session covers performance comparisons with petrochemical polyols and challenges in scale-up. 

Inorganic Phosphinates, first introduced to the flame-retardant market by Italmatch nearly 20 years ago, have become a key building block in modern formulations, delivering both value in use and competitive advantages. This seminar will review their chemistry, mechanisms of action, and wide-ranging applications across polymers, with a special focus on the latest patented grades, highlighting in particular Phoslite B90A and its role in advancing flame-retardant solutions.

Owing to their high aspect ratio and planar morphology, glass flakes deliver properties unattainable with fibrous or granular fillers. This seminar will explore their versatility in coatings and plastics, focusing on how flake morphology, aspect ratio, and surface treatment influence mechanical strength, barrier protection, and long-term durability.

There is an increasing demand for highly functional diluents and modifiers that can replace solvents while enhancing performance properties. A new GL resin addresses SVHC concerns and shows excellent compatibility with various types of resins including epoxy resins. It will serve as an environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative for  controlling drying and curing speed, improving flexibility, and enhancing chemical resistance.

Among our range some products are well-known as methylal, some are less highlighted such as Ethylal or Propylal. One needs to take advantage of the excellent characteristics of our CLP free molecules like Butylal and Elcosol DM.

Acetal is like a Swiss army knife; it looks common but once developed, it offers full functionalities.

How natural barite and talc support performance-driven innovation, the ecological and functional advantages of integrating natural mineral fillers into chemical formulations across a wide range of industries . By enhancing performance, extending durability, and reducing dependency on synthetic raw materials, these minerals deliver substantial environmental benefits while supporting more resource-efficient and sustainable industrial practices.

Natural clinoptilolite zeolite of very high purity offers benefits across multiple industries. 

• Coatings: lithofill® improves drying, curing, and resistance 

• Personal Care: clinopure® (COSMOS approved) acts as odor binder, detoxifying and stabilizing agent 

Curing agents are essential to unlocking the full potential of epoxy systems, delivering strength, durability, and performance. From protective coatings to adhesives and composites, the right curing agent ensures rapid processing, resistance, and long-term stability. Wansheng’s portfolio offers diverse and sustainable solutions to boost efficiency and reduce environmental impact. 

This talk will delve into the latest advancements in WB Solpserse^TM dispersant technology, highlighting their role in enhancing the performance and sustainability of products in inks and/or paint formulations. We will explore the Structure property relationships that underpin the effectiveness of WB dispersants and the challenges faced in their development and application.

This session explores the chemical nature of PFAS and PTFE, their environmental and health impact, and their role in coatings and inks.

· PFAS – PTFE – PFOA: concerns and regulatory updates

· Impact on the coatings & inks industry

· Alternatives for formulators seeking to replace PTFE

Lubrizol PTFE Alternatives– Options for coating and ink formulators who are forced or would like to replace PTFE in their formulations.

This article delves into the critical importance of evaluating the chemical resistance of epoxy systems, highlighting the key features behind a correct testing method. Usually, chemical resistance is measured looking at the weight variation of the specimen but is this procedure always the best one? In this article we’ll report the Ddchem approach to this matter, with interesting data on our epoxy curing agents.

Jayant Agro-Organics Ltd. presents a portfolio of castor oil-derived specialty ingredients tailored for the evolving European skin and hair care market. With rising consumer demand for natural, sustainable, and high-performance formulations, the company offers innovative actives like Jagrocos CMT for long-lasting hydration, Jagrocid HS for multifunctional texture enhancement, Jagrocos EHS for UV protection, Jagrosorb ZR for odor neutralization, and Jagrolatum as a green alternative to petrolatum. These ingredients align with clean beauty trends, regulatory standards, and environmental goals, making them ideal for premium personal care

Natural clinoptilolite zeolite with very high purity and finest available grades, offering solutions in various applications:

· Agriculture: lithosoil® stores nutrients and water in the soil, trials show >40% yield increase in vegetables

· Building / Adhesives: lithofill® as a natural pozzolanic material increases long-term hardness & durability in cement based systems

The key aspects of Industrial Water Systems (IWS), focusing on chemical treatment and scale control strategies to improve system reliability and reduce operational costs. It highlights a non-conventional scale – Calcium Oxalate, which challenges treatment methods with standard chemistry. The session aims to support both technical and purchasing professionals in making informed, cost-effective decisions on water treatment programs and vendor selection.

In technical ceramics, raw material purity significantly affects performance. NABALOX® HPA 40, a newly developed high-purity alumina with >99.9% Al₂O₃ and a primary crystal size of 200–300 nm, offers high thermal reactivity and is ideal for demanding applications such as semiconductor equipment, medical devices, and energy storage technologies.

Lanolin is a natural wax derived from sheep’s wool that combines unique functional and ecological advantages. Owing to its emollient, emulsifying, and stabilising properties, it is highly valued across industries such as coatings, adhesives, and cleaning products – but especially in cosmetics. As a natural and sustainable ingredient, lanolin functions as an emollient, texturiser, and emulsifier in both conventional and natural cosmetics, offering a superior alternative to mineral oils and synthetic ingredients.

Through three cleaning formulations, this session demonstrates synergies within the Z&S portfolio: 

• Stabilizing formulations with hypochlorite 

• Added performance of SYNTRAN polymers 

• Clear alkaline formulations with hydrotropic surfactants 

Hydrocarbon resins are low molecular weight thermoplastics with broad uses in adhesives, coatings, and asphalt. Hydrocarbon resins may be grouped into C-5 aliphatic, C-5–C-9 aromatic modified aliphatic, cycloaliphatic diene (dicyclopentadiene) and C-9 aromatic resins The special properties of these resins like the option to make them transparent will be addressed.

Derived from Brazilian sugarcane, as a renewable resource and explores the application of I’m green™ bio-based polyethylene wax in hot-melt adhesives. It demonstrates how this innovative material delivers performance while enhancing sustainability by reducing the carbon footprint.

Polyisobutylene (PIB) is a non-toxic, stable polymer with NSF H1 certification. Its wide

molecular-weight range allows it to meet the performance requirements of various

industries. Its versatility lies in tackiness, (water vapor) barrier properties, and chemical resistance. Applications include lubricants, sealants, masterbatches, and (stretch) films.

As the demand for sustainable practices within the chemical industry intensifies, Repsol is working to advance innovation through a growing portfolio of sustainable chemical solutions. This presentation will explore Repsol’s strategic approach to sustainability, highlighting key products and initiatives that reduce environmental impact whilst maintaining high performance and quality standards.

The development of high-performance rubber compounds requires advanced fillers optimizing mechanical properties and processing. Werbalink EP, a mineral-based filler with engineered particle size distribution, shows advantages over conventional fillers, enhancing elasticity, dispersion, and durability while reducing hardness. It promotes superior stress distribution and controlled crosslinking, improving dimensional stability and reducing processing inconsistencies. Its high dielectric strength makes it suitable for electrical insulation.

This presentation will cover the 7 critical steps needed for the successful bonding of different elastomers to substrates.

From material and substrate preparation, to the control and understanding of Dry Film Thickness and Drying processes, the presentation will also explore the implications of missing key steps.

This presentation will also detail the different Failure Modes of bonded components, to enable faster corrective actions.

TCPP and in general small molecule flame retardants are getting more and more under pressure. Wansheng recently developed new reactive flame retardants for use in polyurethane which we believe are the most sustainable solution for the future.

Castor oil-derived polyols enable renewable PU foams for insulation, automotive interiors, and footwear. This session covers performance comparisons with petrochemical polyols and challenges in scale-up.

Inorganic Phosphinates, first introduced to the flame-retardant market by Italmatch nearly 20 years ago, have become a key building block in modern formulations, delivering both value in use and competitive advantages. This seminar will review their chemistry, mechanisms of action, and wide-ranging applications across polymers, with a special focus on the latest patented grade, highlighting in particular Phoslite B90A and its role in advancing flame-retardant solutions.

Details to be confirmed.

PROTELAN MGL-EC RSPO-MB, is a natural, COSMOS- and NaTrue-approved surfactant designed for use in hair care formulations, particularly shampoos and conditioners.

Based on Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate it offers multiple benefits for hair cleansing and conditioning, making it an ideal choice for mild, eco-friendly, and skin-sensitive products. Pure or combined with other Myristyl-based raw materials, it improves the texture and shine of hair, provides easy combing, and protects the hair structure from damage caused by harsh surfactants.

The different grades of ZnO available and how their different properties affect their performance and ease of use in formulations. It is well known that ZnO presents some unique challenges in formulation; strategies for overcoming these challenges will be explained and demonstrated via example formulations. Formulation tips for maximising the efficacy of zinc oxide, for example via the use of SPF boosters, will also be presented.