Conformal Coating Training

Build capability, reduce defects, and take control of your coating process

At SCH Services Ltd, we deliver tailored conformal coating training across liquid, Parylene, and nano coating processes. Every programme starts with your real production challenges — not generic theory — so training is directly aligned to your equipment, materials, and reliability requirements.

This ensures teams gain practical skills that improve yield, reduce rework, and strengthen process control from day one.

Training is only one route to solving coating problems. Depending on your situation, the right approach may be training, subcontract coating, or process consultancy. If you are still evaluating the best route, see our conformal coating services or consulting support to compare options.

Where appropriate, training can also cover advanced functional coatings, including hydrophobic coatings, ultra-thin coatings, and PFAS-free coating pathways where conventional coating strategies introduce unnecessary complexity.

Download the Conformal Coating Training Programme (PDF) — full module outlines, delivery format, and contact details.

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Conformal coating training covering application control, materials, inspection and process development in real production environments.

Training programmes focus on real production behaviour — coating flow, masking limits, contamination control and inspection — not just theory.

All training is delivered at your facility using your own equipment and assemblies. This ensures immediate application to your process rather than abstract learning.

Courses are modular, hands-on, and aligned with IPC-A-610, IPC-CC-830, and relevant ISO requirements.

When Training Is the Right Solution

Training is most effective when you need to build internal capability and stabilise an existing coating process.

  • Inconsistent coating quality or high rework rates
  • Operator-dependent results or lack of repeatability
  • New equipment or materials being introduced
  • NPI programmes requiring defined process control
  • Gaps between design, production and inspection teams

If the process itself is fundamentally unsuitable for the assembly, training alone will not solve the issue — this is where consultancy or a change in coating strategy may be required.

Training Areas of Expertise

  • Fundamentals – coating chemistries, material behaviour and application methods
  • Process Control – viscosity, cleanliness, masking, curing and repeatability
  • Inspection & Standards – IPC methods, defect detection and acceptance criteria
  • New Product Introduction – process selection, validation and documentation
  • Design for Coating – improving manufacturability and reducing risk
  • Rework & Repair – safe removal and controlled restoration

For typical defect mechanisms covered in training, see the Conformal Coating Defects Hub.

Hands-On, Process-Led Training

Participants work directly with coating processes, gaining practical experience in:

  • Application techniques (spray, dip, selective)
  • Masking strategies for complex assemblies
  • Cleanliness and contamination control
  • Curing behaviour and environmental effects
  • Inspection, defect recognition and pass/fail criteria

This ensures training translates directly into improved production performance.

Global Experience & Capability

SCH has trained operators and engineers across Europe, Asia and the Americas, supporting high-reliability sectors including aerospace, medical, defence and automotive electronics.

  • ✅ Reduced defects and rework
  • ✅ Improved process consistency
  • ✅ Stronger compliance with IPC and ISO standards
  • ✅ Increased operator confidence and capability

Meet Your Trainer

Training is led by Dr. Lee Hitchens, bringing 25+ years of experience in conformal coating and Parylene processing across global manufacturing environments.

Learn more on the Founder Page.

Why Choose SCH Services?

SCH training is built around real production behaviour — not theory. We focus on making coating processes stable, repeatable and scalable.

  • 🛠️ Process-led training based on real manufacturing challenges
  • 📈 Practical improvements in yield and reliability
  • 🌍 Global experience across high-reliability industries
  • ✅ Immediate application using your own equipment and assemblies

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Disclaimer: This content is provided for general technical guidance only. Training must be matched to specific materials, processes and qualification requirements.