Expert Details
Coatings, Adhesives, Construction Chemicals
ID: 735863
Texas, USA
As a consultant to the chemical industry, Expert offers specialized services, including chemical analysis, formulation assistance, technical support, and expert witness testimony. Throughout his career, he has developed high-performance, cost-effective products, including coatings and floor care solutions, many of which achieved multimillion-dollar sales worldwide. His leadership has also fostered innovation, as evidenced by his numerous patents in chemical formulations and his contributions to ISO9001 certifications. Additionally, Expert has authored multiple publications and actively participates in industry committees, further solidifying his reputation as a thought leader in his field.
Expert holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the University of Nottingham and is proficient in English, French, and German.
Specialties:
Paints, Coatings, Multi-Color, Clear, Pigmented, Epoxy Resins, Alkyd, Acrylic, CAB, Phenolic, Rubber, Nitrocellulose, Water-borne, Solvent-borne, Industrial, Construction, Automotive, Aerosols, Brush, Spray, Roller, Floor, Flooring, Floor Care, Floor Safety, Equipment, Design, Patents, Lubricants, Cleaners, Cleaning Products, Low VOC, Cost Reduction, Value Engineering, Problem Solving, Trouble-Shooting, Management, Leadership, Regulations, International, Expert Witness, Technical Writing, Chemical Distribution.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 1981 | Degree: BS | Subject: Chemistry | Institution: Nottingham University |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
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| Years: 2022 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Chemical Industry Expert | Department: |
Responsibilities:Offering consulting and expert witness expertise relating to Chemical Analysis & Interpretation, Formulation Assistance, Technical Support, Trade Show Presentations, etc. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2014 to 2022 | Employer: Univar Solutions (formerly Nexeo Solutions) | Title: Technical Manager, CASE | Department: |
Responsibilities:Responsible for lab project management, technical support and revenue generation for the CASE (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, Elastomers, Construction, Rubber, Plastics) and CoPack businesses. Carried out technical support of customers, especially for polyurethanes, epoxies, coatings and adhesives end-markets. Helped to win new supplier principals and new customer revenue. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2007 to 2014 | Employer: Quest Industrial Products (now Sherwin-Williams) | Title: Technical Manager | Department: |
Responsibilities:Led new product development and technical service. Integrated acquisitions. Developed low cost, high performance coating systems, generating multi-million dollar sales. Led development of new products which grew sales & retained customers. Liaised with customers to generate new business. Successfully value-engineered products to save $hundreds of thousands. ISO9001 certification. Expert in multiple technologies, including coatings, aerosols, adhesives, cleaning products. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1994 to 2007 | Employer: Johnson Diversey (now Diversey) | Title: Senior Group Leader/Senior Applications Expert | Department: |
Responsibilities:Led development of new floor finishes, polymer emulsions, coatings, cleaners, systems for global floor care markets. International technical support and new product demonstration. Hired, mentored & trained new technical personnel. Developed major new floor care products with $multi-million sales worldwide. Integrated acquisition technology. Instrumental in helping to win & retain large accounts. Patented new technology; managed those who had patents granted. Managed 3 scientists who received company’s top technical award (Technical Merit Award). Trained expert witness. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1989 to 1994 | Employer: Rust-Oleum Corporation | Title: Group Leader | Department: Research & Development |
Responsibilities:Led new product development of industrial & consumer coating & aerosol products. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1981 to 1994 | Employer: Fosroc | Title: Product Specialist | Department: |
Responsibilities:New product development & technical service of chemicals for the construction industry in UK & USA. |
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Career Accomplishments
| Publications and Patents Summary |
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| He holds four patents and has had numerous articles published relating to coatings, flooring and floor safety. |
Additional Experience
| Expert Witness Experience |
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| He has performed as an expert in several legal cases and has been deposed. |
| Training / Seminars |
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| He is an experienced public speaker and trainer. |
Fields of Expertise
epoxy acrylic coating, epoxy adhesive, epoxy bonding, epoxy casting, epoxy chemistry, epoxy coating material, epoxy compound, epoxy curing, epoxy encapsulation, epoxy flooring, epoxy foam, epoxy formulation, epoxy laminate, epoxy matrix composite, epoxy mold tooling, epoxy paint, epoxy removal, epoxy resin, epoxy resin diluent, epoxy resin physical property, epoxy sealant, epoxy-novolac resin, structural epoxy adhesive, toughened epoxy compound, polyurethane, polyurethane adhesive, polyurethane coating, acrylic paint, alkyd coating, antistatic coating, architectural coating material, coating formulation, coating industry, adhesive failure, paint failure, alkaline paint stripper, antislip paint, floor polish, floor polish formulation, automotive paint, exterior paint, cold chemical paint stripping, paint pigment, commercial paint, high-performance paint, paint chemistry, paint stripper, paint stripping compound, paint formulation, paint industry, paint technology, paint, paint adhesion, paint manufacturing, spray paint, aerosol, aerosol can, aerosol packaging, floor safety, floor wax, flooring adhesive, filling grout, elastomeric sealant