Electrostatic Answers
works to eliminate injury and waste
from static electricity by providing expert
consulting,
measurements of static levels,
ESD audits and awareness training,
contract R&D, intellectual property services,
technical seminars
and webinars
to solve electrostatic problems and to dissipate
or neutralize static electricity in:
concept invention,
technology development,
product design and commercialization,
electronics manufacturing & assembly
industrial manufacturing operations,
and in customer applications.
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Contact Information:
near Rochester, NY
Kelly Robinson, PE, PhD
Electrostatic Answers
15 Piping Rock Run
Fairport, NY 14450
Kelly.Robinson@ElectrostaticAnswers.com
Skype: Electrostatic.Answers
Tel: 585.425.8158
Fax: 585.425.0915
Pay your
Electrostatic Answers Invoice
by credit card via PayPal
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Kelly Robinson, PE, PhD
IEEE Fellow, Patent Agent
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Solve Static Problems |
I measure static charge levels, identify opportunities to improve static control,
and verify that solutions works. |
Neutralize Static
on Winding Rolls |
Hot Rolls
are
wound rolls
that store large amounts of static. Eliminate hot rolls by
winding electrically neutral webs.
Measure static on the web
prior to winding
to identify sources of charging and
neutralize static
at the source. |
On-site Consultation |
At your invitation, I'll join you on your factory floor or laboratory bench and use
my industry standard electrostatic equipment to investigate static problems,
diagnosis the root cause, and implement cost effective solutions. |
On-site Static Survey |
I'll come and work with you to measure static charge levels from the beginning to the end
of your process, find sources of static charging,and identify the best ionizer locations
to dissipate static electricity. |
Telephone Consultation |
Communicate through individual discussions or conference call meetings
with WebEx hosted presentations. |
Skype Consultation |
We can discuss static problems and have a conversation about solutions via Skype without travel.
Skype me at: Electrostatic.Answers |
Resistance and
Static Dissipation
Testing Services |
Electrical resistance measurements are in compliance with:
ASTM D257 Standard Test Methods for DC Resistance or Conductance of Insulating Materials
Static dissipation measurements are in compliance with:
Department of Defense Test Method Standard MIL-STD-3010A
Test Procedures for Packaging Materials
Method 4046 Electrostatic Properties |
New Product
Static Assessment |
Assess static risks in new products, identify measurements to characterize threats,
and develop static performance specifications to insure good electrostatic performance.
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Analysis and Modeling |
Benefit from first principles models, parametric investigations, and scientific programming
in MATLAB, C, MS XL. |
Dimensional Analysis |
Gain insight and reduce the size of experiments by identifing dimensionless parameters
that govern key mechanisms in your invention. |
Laboratory Investigation |
Improve the execution of your bench scale experiments by working
in a relative humidity & temperature controlled laboratory.
Benefit from state of the art NI-LabVIEW driven data acquisition. |
ESD Audits and
Awarness Training |
Audit semiconductor fabrication and printed circuited board assembly operations,
identify improvements needed in ESD Control Programs, and eliminate static threats
to sensitive electronic components. |
Contract R&D |
Demonstrate electrostatic technology invention and concept feasibility
with well conceived experiments including complete documentation
for patent invention reports. |
Contract Engineering |
At "crunch time," increase your resources for designing
your product for robust static performance,
complete the engineering design, and verify system performance
with efficient experiments & analysis. |
Experimental Design |
Keep your projects on schedule and on budget
by designing your experiments.
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Technical Editing |
Sharpen and focus your journal articles, technical reports,
or manuals with help from an award winning technical author.
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Expert Witness |
Gain physical insight and benefit from clear explanations
from an expert witness with deposition experience.
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Solve Corona Discharge Treatment (CDT) Problems
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Corona treaters are designed to oxidize the surface of films
using an electrical discharge. The electrodes, treater roller,
and power supply must work together to provide reliable performance.
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Patent Agent |
I am a Patent Agent registered with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
licensed to represent clients in their business before the USPTO; writing patents,
filing them with the USPTO, and responding to Office Actions during the examination
of the patent applicaiton.
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Laboratory w/
controlled T & RH |
Access to laboratory
with Relative Humidity controlled from 15% to 70% within 1%,
and Temperature controlled to 21 oC within 1 oC |
Electric Field |
Monroe 257D Electrostatic Fieldmeter |
Electrostatic Surface Potential |
Trek 370 High Speed Non-Contact Electrostatic Voltmeter |
Electrical Resistance |
AEMC 5070 Megohmmeter |
Electrical Volumetric Resistivity |
Keithley 6517A Electrometer
w/ Model 8009 Resistivity Test Fixture
Monroe 272A Resistivity Meter
Access to HP4284A Precision LCR meter w/ liquid conductivity cell |
Electrical Surface Resistivity |
Keithley 6517A Electrometer
w/ Model 8009 Resistivity Test Fixture
Monroe 272A Resistivity Meter |
Roller Resistivity |
AEMC 5070 Megohmmeter
w/ conducting rubber electrodes |
Electrical Internal Resistivity |
Keithley 6517A Electrometer w/ salt water electrodes |
Electrostatic Charge |
Monroe 284 NanoCoulomb Meter
w/ 6" diameter Faraday Cup |
Equipment Grounding |
AEMC 5070 Megohmmeter |
Floor Resistance |
Monroe 272A Resistance Meter |
Laboratory Rewinder |
Access to rewinder in T/RH controlled laboratory:
Convey films - width 1-6″; thickness 0.0005-0.020″;
tension 0.5-20 lbs; speed up to 700 m/min |
Dielectric Constant
or Permittivity |
Access to HP 4285A Precisions LCR Meter
w/ parallel plate electrode cell |
Current news and commentary from Electrostatic Answers
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2013 ICE (International Converting Exhibition) USA
4/9-11/2013
selects Dr. Robinson as the static control expert for the "Ask the Experts" event.
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2013 CEMA (Converting Equipment Manufacturers Association) Fundamental Seminars
4/8/2013
Dealing with Static Electricity
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AIMCAL-PFFC co-sponsored Webinar: So, Should We Patent That?
3/27/2013
Dr. Robinson provided an overview of intellectual property and the context for deciding
when to protect your invention with a patent, as a trade secrets or with a public disclosure
(Why would you ever want to do that?)
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Dr. Robinson's 14th Patent issues
1/15/2013
US 8,354,847 - Electrometer with in-measurement range adjustment
and methods thereof for measuring electrostatic charge
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Kelly Robinson receives 2012 John Matteucci Award
for technical presentation excellence
AIMCAL Web Coating and Handling Conference
October 22 - 24, 2012
So, Should We Patent That?
You are on a team that has been working hard to solve an important problem.
When you have a technical breakthrough that enables success, a team member asks "So, should we patent
that?" This presentation at the AIMCAL Web Coating and Handling Conference, Myrtle Beach, SC covers
the issues and information you need to answer the question.
from left: Mike Sellers, Greg Williams (AIMCAL Coating & Laminating Committee
Co-Chairs),
Kelly Robinson, Electrostatic Answers, John Matteuccii Award Winner
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What clients and colleagues are saying about Electrostatic Answers!
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David R. Roisum, Ph.D., President, Finishing Technologies, Inc.
worked directly with Kelly at Electrostatic Answers
date of recommendation: September 30, 2010
Dr. Robinson
is the goto person in static. As a writer, teacher and industrial problem solver,
he simply has no peer in the web industries.
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Matthew Ricotta, Product Manager at Parlec, Inc
hired Kelly as a Technical Consultant in 2010
date of recommendation: October 13, 2010
Dr. Robinson
was an excellent asset to our team. His knowledge, and technical experience in ESD were second to none during our time we worked together. When another opportunity presents itself, I will not hesitate to call on him.
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity
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Al Brooks, Manufacturing and Technical Services Manager,
Multi-Seal Corporation
hired Kelly as a Technical Consultant in 2010
date of recommendation: September 21, 2010
Kelly is clearly an expert in the field
of electrostatics; he did a complete, thorough and professional review and presentation
of findings with regard to our requirements. I highly recommend him as a consultant
and trainer in his field.
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert
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Rajib Ahmed, Research Intern at Kodak
worked indirectly for Kelly at Eastman Kodak
date of recommendation: April 22, 2011
Dr. Robinson
is one of the most astute engineers/scientists with whom I have ever had the pleasure to interact. During my tenure as a graduate student at the University of Rochester as well as research intern at Kodak, Dr. Robinson's innate ability to explain complex electrostatics phenomena in layman's terms to a Chemical Engineer was nothing short of outstanding! He has this uncanny ability to understand a pupil's level of knowledge and can very adeptly cater to his/her needs. As a scientist in technical sales, I cannot reiterate the importance of this indispensable trait for a teacher/colleague. Also, his direct help with my PhD thesis work was pivotal for a successful dissertation. I am honored to endorse Dr. Robinson and I know that as a teacher/owner of his business, he is one of the best technical and business savvy people that anybody will ever work with! |
Debasis Majumdar, Ph.D., Research Scientist, Eastman Kodak Company
worked directly with Kelly at the Eastman Kodak Company
date of recommendation: October 3, 2010
Dr. Kelly Robinson
has been a colleague of mine at Kodak, and it is with great pleasure I recommend Kelly’s work. Kelly had been recognized as a world class expert of electrostatics. He has the track record of solving a number of show-stopper issues related to a wide variety of products. Kelly has been a “go-to” person for many of us encountering complex problems in manufacturing, finishing and/or product performance at customer interface. Personally, I have benefited from Kelly’s guidance in designing antistatic layers for a wide variety of imaging and display media. Our joint work has led to a number of patents. Kelly is completely “hands-on” and has superb communication skills to explain his findings to experts and non-experts alike. I thoroughly enjoyed and learned from the many internal courses that Kelly taught here at Kodak. I am convinced that Kelly will bring success to any team addressing electrostatic issues. More over, I found him to be a joy to collaborate with. |
Static Beat |
Monthly column on static control for the converting industry. |
Kelly on Static |
PFFC Blog on current static issues and answers to questions of broad interest |
2012 Electrostatics Joint Conferece |
Cambridge ON hosted by the University of Waterloo
General Chair: Shesha Jayaram, University of Waterloo
Technical Program Chair: Maciej A. Noras, Univ. of North Carolina at Charlotte |
2011 Electrostatics Society of America
Annual Meeting |
Case Western Reserve University - Cleveland, OH
General Chair: Prof. Dan Lacks, Case Western Reserve Univ.
Technical Program Chair: Keith Forward, Massachusetts Institute of Tech. |
2010 Electrostatics Society of America
Annual Meeting |
University of North Carolina - Charlotte, NC
General Chair: Prof. Maciej Noras, UNC Charlotte
Technical Program Chair: Prof. Dan Lacks, Case Western Reserve Univ. |
2009 Electrostatics Joint Conference |
Boston University, Boston, MA
General Chair: Prof. Mark Horentein
Technical Program Chair: Dr. Kelly Robinson, Electrostatic Answers |
2008 Electrostatics Society of America
Annual Meeting |
Ramada-Mall-of-America, Minneapolis, MN, USA
General Chair: Al Seaver
Technical Program Chair: Prof. Dan Lacks, Case Western Reserve Univ. |
Electrostatics 2007 |
25–29 March 2007, St Catherine's College, Oxford, UK
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Burgoynes Inc
Dr. Thomas Pratt |
electrostatics resource; experts in fire and explosion
investigation and prevention; Georgia, USA |
Chilworth Technologies
Ian Pavey |
electrostatics resource; experts in process safety; UK |
Dangelmayer Associates
Ted Dangelmayer |
electrostatics resource; ESD solutions for the electronics industry |
Demonstrations of Electrostatic Principles
Prof. Thomas B. Jones |
electrostatics information and consulting; University of Rochester, USA |
Electrostatic Applications
Dr. Joe Crowley |
Consulting & information resource; California, USA |
Electrostatic Solutions
Dr. Jeremy Smallwood |
Consulting and information resource; UK |
Fowler Associates, Inc
Steve Fowler |
Consulting and information resource; SC, USA |
Journal of Electrostatics |
theoretical and experimental aspects, basic physics,
practical applications, and hazards of electrostatics |
MatricReseach.com
Laurence G. Britton, Ph.D.
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applying fundamental scientific knowledge to the identification and control
of all types of ignition, flammability and explosibility hazards
in chemical processes and distribution facilities |
Tim Walker, The Spin on Idler Rollers
PFFC June 2008 |
How to identify rollers with high bearing drag,
which can increase static levels. |
Working to solve static problems, to dissipate static electricity,
and to develop electrostatic technologies has been my pursuit and passion
for over 30 years. I am anxious to share my understanding and expertise
to help you solve your static problems.
Your experiences are part of a long tradition of observations and learnings.
"Electrostatic phenomena have been known for the past few thousand years"
(Preface - Handbook and Electrostatic Processes).
Please consider sharing your thoughts and experiences
with the electrostatics technical community.
Please contact me, or consider attending one of our
electrostatics meetings or conferences.
Regards,
Kelly Robinson
