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High Point, Nc

Polychem Solutions is a scientific and technical consultancy firm which provides assistance and services to the chemical and related industries.Polychem Solutions offers clients an extensive suite of advisory in chemistry, and solutions to their analysis, process and product issues.Polychem Solutions assists in the resolution with questions and know-how in chemical and process matters from lab size, through pilot plant and production level. The consultancy covers the spectrum of resolving issues in synthesis reactions, analysis of raw materials, intermediates and final products, and process optimization, from discrete molecules to macromolecules.Visit us at www.polychem.solutions. Please call us anytime at 336-582-0567.Experience includes the following as well, in conjunction with portfolio shown from previous jobs:* Nanotechnology: 1D (Rigid rod), 2D (planar) and 3D (tubular, others) structures.* Emulsion chemistry. Urethane, acrylic, silicone, hybrid. * Curing processes (vulcanization, peroxide, aziridine, etc.) and material's physico-mechanical performance. * Composites: coatings & lamination. Fabric & foam substrates. Industrial, protective and medical applications. * Formulation and Process Optimization. Specialty polymer compositions. Coatings adhesion to substrates.* Design of Experiments (DOE): JMP, Design Expert, Minitab.* Industrial, water vapor permeation/barrier, light shielding, improve fire resistance, and medical applications. Acoustic, roof, house wrap sealants. Interact with suppliers for raw material selection.* Quality Control - Analytical & Testing: Chemical, spectroscopic, spectrometric, thermal and mechanical analyses. DSC, TGA, DMA, Instron (tensile, compression, peel, tear), HPLC, GC (FID, TDC), GCMS (EI, CI), FTIR, NMR, XRF, UV-Vis, more

GUARDIAN™ is a manufacturer and supplier of butyl and neoprene gloves. Our glove styles include butyl and neoprene surgical fit gloves and butyl and neoprene drybox and glovebox gloves. GUARDIAN™ chemical resistant gloves are used in many markets including nuclear, chemical and electronics manufacturing, industrial applications, first response and military where superior hand protection is required.GUARDIAN™ chemical resistant gloves are manufactured with a unique solution-dip process, providing unparalleled protection for our glove users. Achieving a tight molecular architecture to prevent chemical migration, yet providing a supple and comfortable glove to the user, is characteristic of all of our products. Our state-of-the-art microprocessors provide accurate controls every step of the way, from mixing our proprietary compounds, to dipping, drying and finally curing, in order to attain a product that will satisfy and protect our customers.Please be safe and contact me if you want to discuss your particular application needs for hand chemical protection.http://www.guardian-mfg.com/

* Delineate and manage timelines for synthetic rubber growth projects.* Coordinated research efforts with marketing to satisfy customer needs.* Supported plants to address production issues and support QC lab with customer complaints* Supported company’s IP growth portfolio, and liaison with patent law group. Patents and trademarks.* Strategic planning and coordination of EPDM and SBR projects* Supervise research, pilot work in lab and pilot plant projects * Coordinate efforts in the development of rubber materials for global penetration in various markets

* Developed and Implemented strategic Road Map for Latex Technology development.* Latex Foam Vulcanization Process Optimization.* Built research & analytical lab facility for Latex Platform.* Developed novel latex foam formulations and materials.* Interacted closely with material suppliers for latex foam and process improvements.* Thermo-mechanical analysis. Relationship to raw materials, process and product performance.* Particle size analysis - Zeta Potential* Water-based heterogeneous catalysis

* Strategic planning for course of action in projects using DMAIC tools* Facilitated Six Sigma training. Trained personnel on Design of Experiments.* Led key chemical process optimization projects.* Plant waste reduction. Waste stream treatment and recycle.* Contributed directly on syntheses, processes and analysis methods.* Supervised research and production work of technical personnel in lab and pilot plant projects

* Dow Chemical “Inventor of the Year” Award (1998).* Designed, synthesized, tested and scaled-up catalysts for evaluation in olefin polymerization (liquid and gas phase)* Extensive experience handling air-sensitive materials.* Analyses involved multiple spectroscopic, thermal and mechanical techniques.* Prepared materials in lab scale, high pressure batch reactors.* Polyurethanes: elastomers, coating and adhesive applications.* Facilitated sections of Six Sigma workshop.* Led multiple Six Sigma Belt projects.* Delineated project plans and timelines for milestone deliverables.

Developed polymeric materials intermediates with high temperature and tensile properties which led to PrimoSpire SRP [Parmax] polymers (Solvay Polymers)

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