OCTOBER 7, 2026: DEGRADATION OF PLASTICS AND ACCELERATED AGING TECHNIQUES

Under the action of: air (oxygen), light, air (wind), dust, atmospheric pollutants, microorganisms, particular environments (salt water, petrol,...), materials change chemically and mechanically (degrade). In particular, for plastic materials, the degradation mechanism is specific for each type of material/polymer. These degradation mechanisms are the basis of the chemistry of stabilization, differentiated into specific degradation events. The need that arises is to predict these degradation mechanisms: starting from the assumption that a precise simulation is impossible, some standard procedures for exposing materials have been developed over time so that, at least between them, there can be an acceptable reproducibility of the results. There are instruments and methodologies that are generally used to subject materials to accelerated aging cycles compared to natural exposure.

COURSE TIMES
From 9.30 to 17.00

SPEAKERS

Dr. Maurizio Veronelli
Administrator of RDLab137. Degree in Physics and Specialization in Polymer Science. 25 years of experience in the field of characterization of polymeric materials

MODALITY OF THE COURSE
- In presence in the classroom

- In Webinar mode

COURSE PROGRAM
Theoretical part: degradation of plastic materials, description of accelerated aging techniques and relationships with natural ageing. The different regulations and parameters to be defined (irradiance, temperatures, humidity, cycles, etc.).

Practical part: illustration of aging machines (Xenon and UV). Examples of sample placement. Maintenance and costs related to aging tests.

ADDRESS OF THE COURSE
RDLab137 S.r.l.
Cascina Venina 7, Building S - 20057 - Assago (MI)
Subway: ASSAGO MILANOFIORI

PARTICIPATION FEE
- Euro 380 + VAT (including coffee break e lunch) in presence in thw classroom

- Euro 300 + VAT in Webinar mode
Registration for the course will become effective upon payment and must be made no later than October 2, 2026.
For two or more people of the same institution or company, a 10% reduction on the net amount will be applied.
A further 10% reduction will be applied for registration that take place at least 21 days in advance from the date of the course.

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