Roel Collaris is Product Specialist and Head of R&D at Silicones and More. For more than 20 years he has been developing new products — from the first idea in the lab to a working product that customers can actually put to use. He oversees the entire development process and combines in-depth product knowledge with a strong chemical background.

Beyond product development, Roel knows better than anyone how products perform in practice. He has shared that applied knowledge as a consultant for years: he guides clients in optimizing their processes and has brought hundreds of process-optimization projects to a successful close. His advice is always concrete and immediately applicable.

With twenty years of lab experience and a solid chemical foundation, Roel writes on the blog about product development, materials, applications and process optimization — topics he works with every day. He translates complex matter into practical knowledge that makers and professionals can use right away.