The Accelerating Rate Calorimeter (ARC^®) is considered a key tool for assessing chemical reactivity and ensuring process safety. This instrument is used in the chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and battery industries to assess the thermal stability of materials, identify potential runaway reaction risks, and optimize process conditions for safe handling.

On Monday, June 23, 2025, and Tuesday, June 24, 2025, join us in Salem, NH for this in-person course facilitated by Abdo Iskandar, Ph.D., and Ehab Shaaban, Ph.D., both experienced chemists who consult for major oil, gas, and petrochemical manufacturers worldwide. This two-day training program will teach participants the principles and characteristics of the ARC^® instrument, along with comparisons to other techniques.

The focus will be on safety assessments for setup, operation modes, key materials, and performance checks. Participants will engage in hands-on equipment operation and learn data analysis techniques, particularly in interpreting thermal profiles and identifying critical reaction points such as TMR (Time to Maximum Rate) and SADT (Self-Accelerating Decomposition Temperature). Through a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory exercises, participants will learn how adiabatic thermal runaway data can improve process safety.

Learning Objectives

• Describe ARC^® principles and applications in thermal hazard analysis compared to other calorimetry tests
• Identify how event frequencies and equipment/system failure rates can be estimated
• Become familiar with operation modes, and identify and mitigate deviations from ideal adiabatic conditions
• Gain hands-on experience in ARC^® operations, equipment setup, material handling, calibration, and performance verification
• Analyze thermal profiles to identify critical reaction points

Earn CEUs: 1.2 | PDHs: 12

Course Schedule

Monday, June 23, 2025 9:00 am – 4:00 pm EDT
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 9:00 am – 4:00 pm EDT

Who Should Attend

This course is suited for experienced process safety engineers or risk management professionals looking to advance their knowledge in chemical reactivity and minimize the threat of runaway reactions. It is ideally suited for those working in chemical manufacturing, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, plastic, food, and battery technology industries.

Please Note

Course fees include continental breakfast and lunch. Travel and hotel accommodations are not included.

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