Seminar: From Dispersion to Deposition & Durability Joint Insights From MICROTRAC & KRÜSS

Unlock the full potential of your material characterization by combining particle analysis with surface science. This two-day seminar brings together expertise from MICROTRAC and KRÜSS to explore how particle properties and surface characteristics jointly influence dispersion, wetting, deposition and long-term material performance.

Dates & Pricing

November 3rd - 4th, 2026
Headquarters of MICROTRAC / VERDER SCIENTIFIC
Retsch-Allee 1-5, 42781 Haan (near Düsseldorf)
Germany

Participation fee: EUR 250.00 per participant, including two lunches, all coffee breaks and an evening event.

Register here

Bring Your Own Samples!

Participants are welcome to bring their own samples for discussion and analysis. A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must be provided for each sample.

This is required so that a risk assessment can be conducted prior to handling and analysis.

Schedule

Tuesday, November 3rd 2026

12:00 - 13:00	Arrival and lunch
13:00 - 13:30	MICROTRAC Welcome and introduction Dr. Volkmar Prill – CEO of MICROTRAC
13:30 - 14:15	EZD Particle Size Measurement and Stability as the Basis for Successful Dispersion André Nogowski – Group Leader Colloidal Systems, European Center for Dispersion Technologies (EZD)
14:15 - 15:00	KRÜSS Wettability and Dispersion of Additives and Particles Patrick Swolana – Application Market Manager, KRÜSS
15:00 - 15:15	Coffee break
15:15 - 16:00	MICROTRAC The Importance of Particle Size Measurement Dr. Daniel Hagmeyer – Team Leader Applications, MICROTRAC
16:00 - 16:45	MICROTRAC Easy Understanding of Zeta Potential Dr. Klaus Friedel – Team Leader Sales DACH Adsorption & Catalysis, MICROTRAC
16:45 - 17:00	Transfer to evening event
17:15 - 21:00	Round trip with the Wuppertal Suspension Railway and dinner

Wednesday, November 4th 2026

08:00 - 08:30	Arrival and networking coffee
08:30 - 09:00	KRÜSS Landing, Spreading and Adhesion of Drops Thomas Willers – Ph.D., Director Product and Business Strategy, KRÜSS
09:00 - 09:45	BYK Practical Use Cases Petra Della Valentina – Specialist Application Technology Surface
09:45 - 10:15	MICROTRAC From Dispersibility to Stability Serife Korkmaz – Product Manager, MICROTRAC
10:15 - 10:30	Coffee break
10:30 - 12:45	Lab session
12:45 - 13:00	Wrap-up and summary All
13:00 - 14:00	Lunch and farewell

About the Companies Learn More About the Organizations Contributing Expertise to This Two-Day Seminar

Particle Characterization | MICROTRAC is a specialist in particle analysis and a global leader in measurement technologies. Its solutions support the precise determination of particle size, zeta potential and pore size, providing insight into dispersion stability, surface interactions and material performance. Advanced technologies, tailored application support, training, technical service and application laboratories help customers optimize formulations and obtain reproducible results in R&D and quality control.

Surface Science | KRÜSS specializes in interfacial chemistry and is a leading supplier of measuring instruments for surface and interfacial tension. Its solutions help users investigate and control surface-related properties and processes, including wetting, spreading and adhesion. High-quality instruments are complemented by scientific consulting, technical service and professional measurement services through the Applications & Science Center.

Dispersion Technology | The European Center for Dispersion Technologies (EZD) in Selb is an independent research institute specializing in dispersion processes, particle characterization and the formulation of complex systems. In collaboration with industrial partners, EZD develops innovative solutions across the entire process chain, from selecting raw materials to optimizing dispersions for specific applications, such as coatings, printing inks, battery materials and functional composite systems.