Research Report "Latest Industry Technologies for PFAS Removal, Separation, Decomposition, and Treatment Worldwide"

**Title** "Industrial Scale-Up of Separation Processes and Energy Saving in Process Industries: Utilizing Free Software Chemical Process Simulators and Pinch Technology" --- This course systematically explains essential separation technologies for the industrialization of chemical processes, including distillation, extraction, adsorption, and chromatography, from the basics to scale-up and energy-saving measures. Experienced instructors will provide detailed insights, incorporating know-how and case studies of failures from bench tests to pilot tests and industrialization. Additionally, participants will learn how to utilize the free software chemical process simulator "COCO/ChemSep" and the energy-saving method of pinch technology in process industries. - Industrialization and energy-saving technologies for distillation operations - Design and scale-up methods for extraction and adsorption separation processes - Case studies of industrialization in chromatography separation processes - Utilization of COCO/ChemSep - Energy-saving analysis methods using pinch technology - Process evaluation methods for carbon recycling - Researchers and engineers interested in separation engineering and scale-up - Personnel involved in chemical process development - Young engineers and researchers in process industries - Individuals interested in carbon neutrality evaluation

■Title "Industrial Scale-Up of Separation Processes and Energy Saving in Process Industries - Utilizing Free Software Chemical Process Simulators and Pinch Technology -" In the industrialization of chemical processes, it is essential to balance the design of separation processes such as distillation, extraction, and adsorption with energy saving. This seminar will explain methods for scaling up separation processes, transitioning from bench tests to pilot tests, and will discuss points to consider and case studies of failures in industrialization. Additionally, participants will learn about chemical process simulation using the free software "COCO/ChemSep," as well as heat recovery and energy-saving design through pinch technology, and carbon recycling evaluation. 【Knowledge Gained from the Seminar】 - Industrialization techniques for distillation, extraction, and adsorption processes - Methods for scaling up separation processes - Process simulation using COCO/ChemSep - Energy-saving technologies utilizing pinch analysis 【Target Audience】 Researchers, developers, designers, and production technology personnel in the chemical and process industries, as well as engineers and researchers involved in industrialization and energy saving.

■Title "Fundamentals and Applications of Non-Fluorinated Water-Repellent and Oil-Repellent Coatings, Development Trends" This seminar provides a systematic learning experience about non-fluorinated water-repellent and oil-repellent coating technologies, which are gaining attention against the backdrop of strengthened PFAS regulations. It covers the fundamental theories of water-repellent and oil-repellent phenomena, the concept of surface energy, the characteristics of fluorinated coatings, and the latest trends in PFAS regulations. Additionally, it introduces the characteristics, technological trends, and application examples of non-fluorinated materials such as silicone-based, urethane-based, polyolefin-based, and hybrid systems, organizing the merits and challenges of each. This content is beneficial for engineers and planners involved in the consideration of PFAS alternative technologies and product development. ■Event Details Date and Time: July 8, 2026 (Wednesday) 13:30 - 16:30 Instructor: Mr. Nakahira Hirayama (Director of Hirayama Engineering Office) Participation Fee: 44,000 yen (tax included) *Price for our newsletter members (registration free): 39,600 yen (tax included) Delivery Format: Live streaming via Zoom

■Title: "Latest Regulatory Trends and Requirements for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)" ―― PFAS responses cannot be dismissed with "I didn't know." Systematically organizing the latest developments such as the POPs Treaty, European PFAS restriction proposals, and state regulations in the United States. Providing specific explanations on practical responses that companies should take! ■Date and Time: April 16, 2026 (Thursday) 13:30 – 16:30 ■Target Audience for the Seminar Individuals in quality control, production, and development departments of various companies who wish to obtain the current status and latest information on PFAS regulations. ■Knowledge Gained from the Seminar - Basic properties and applications of PFAS - PFAS regulations and the latest developments in the UN, Europe, and the United States - Current status of chemical analysis related to PFAS - Past movements regarding mandatory measures for companies - Initiatives for PFAS management within companies