Presented by Stepan
November 13, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. EST
Unlock the Power of Low Foam Nonionic Surfactants for Superior HI&I Performance
Are you looking to enhance your formulation’s performance with better cleaning and sustainability without the drawbacks of excessive foam? Many formulators face challenges when developing products for applications like rinse-aids, automatic vehicle washing and food processing, where foam control is critical.
Join us for an in-depth webinar exploring Stepan Company’s low foam nonionic surfactant technologies, including the MAKON® NF-Series and Branched Alcohol Ethoxylates and how they can help you create high-performing, low-foam concentrates. We’ll dive into the fundamental mechanisms behind low foam surfactants — why they generate less foam, how they behave in dynamic cleaning environments, and why this matters for efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
During this session, we’ll walk through real-world formulation examples and demonstrate how early adjustments can help you avoid common pitfalls. You’ll also learn how to leverage Stepan’s formulation knowledge and expert’s support to accelerate your development process.
Register now to discover how Stepan’s team can help you innovate with confidence.
Presenters
Sangwook Lim, PhD
Research Associate Lead
Stepan
Dr. Sangwook Lim is an industry expert equipped with both technical expertise and strategic business insight. Since joining Stepan’s R&D team in 2019, he has led innovation across technologies including ionic and nonionic surfactants, EOPO block copolymers, and customized formulations tailored to customer needs. He has played a key role in numerous cross-functional initiatives, delivering innovative solutions for diverse applications. Dr. Lim has authored technical publications intellectual properties, and represented Stepan’s technical leadership. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Rachel Lang
Functional Chemist
Stepan
Rachel Lang is a Functional Chemist in the Formulation Technology group at Stepan Company. She has 7+ years working on applications in personal care, hard surface, household and institutional cleaning. She works closely with small and large customers, utilizing expertise in fundamental surfactant properties such as cleaning, foaming, and wetting to solve business-critical problems. She has brought value to the company through both technical publications and intellectual property. She is currently leading a project utilizing AI/Machine Learning models, working collaboratively with Business Development, Marketing, and Sales teams to introduce new products to strategic business areas. She holds bachelor’s degrees in both Chemistry and Psychology.
Russ King
Globabl Marketing Manager - HI&I
Stepan
Russ King is an experienced marketing executive that has over 20+ years in the global chemical industry, specifically in the HI&I market. He has successfully analyzed the organization's critical business requirements, identified deficiencies and potential opportunities, and developed innovative and cost-effective solutions for the customers and enhanced competitiveness. He holds a degree in Criminal Justice with an emphasis in Criminal Law from Sam Houston State University and completed an onsite program at Duke University for “Chemistry for Executives.”
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