Illuminating the Coating Process through Education, Mentoring & Problem Solving.
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SERVICES
WHAT I DO
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Process Optimization
Elevate your operations with expert advice on scaling and efficiency in coated film manufacturing.
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Customized Training
Quickly bridge skill gaps with customized training designed to meet your unique needs.
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Problem-Solving
Discover innovative solutions through a multi-faceted approach to engineering challenges.
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Comprehensive Video Courses
Stay ahead of the curve with accessible, on-the-go training for all experience levels.
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Supply Chain Development
Optimize supply chain processes, enhancing efficiency and enabling new growth opportunities.
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Research & Development
Stay innovative and practical with insights from the cutting edge of engineering research.
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EXPERT
MEET TED
Ted Lightfoot
CONSULTANT
With 35 years in film and coating, Ted Lightfoot excels in R&D, plant support, and technical service. He's VP of ISCST and an editorial board member for the Journal of Plastic Film and Sheeting. His problem-solving offers managers diverse options, from quick fixes to capital projects. Ted provides customized training and is rolling out on-demand video courses for all skill levels.
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SKILLS
VARIETIES OF PROJECTS
Project Distribution
With over 35 years in the industry, Ted is a leading expert in each category presented. From film casting to R&D, Ted’s expertise shines in every domain.
To the right, view a bar graph representing a high-level breakdown of the types of projects Ted undertakes.
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EDUCATION & TRAINING
85%
CONSULTING
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SUPPLY CHAIN DEVELOPMENT
60%
TROUBLESHOOTING
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ABOUT
TRACK RECORD
Ted Lighfoot LLC.
Decades of Expertise.
Navigating the Industry with Precision and Insight
With a comprehensive 35-year tenure in the coating industry, Ted Lightfoot has extensively contributed to both research and development and direct plant support roles. His career milestones showcase a proven ability to address complex challenges in the domains of film casting, coating, drying, and laminating.
Ted Lightfoot adeptly integrates industry expertise, scientific principles, and disciplined project management to deliver solutions that meet both technical specifications and timeline constraints. This has enabled him to offer businesses a broad array of strategic options, tailored to meet both immediate needs and long-term investment objectives.
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Ph.D. University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign1985
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DuPont Imaging Systems Director of Manufacturing’s Award, for design of a next generation photographic film manufacturing plant1988
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Helped Create International Society for Coating Science and Technology as one of its Founding Directors1998
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DuPont Engineering Excellence Award for Scale up of PV2025 at Circleville2014
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John Matteucci Award for Technical Excellence in Coating and Laminating at the 2020 AIMCAL Fall Technical Conference2020
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John A Tallmadge Award International Society for Coating Science and Technology2022
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MILESTONES
ACHIEVEMENTS BY THE NUMBERS
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Industry & Academic Honors
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40+
Years in Technical & Leadership Roles
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Published Book Chapters
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20+
Years of Educational Outreach through Short Courses and Webinars
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Refereed Publications
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15
Trade Articles
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30+
Short Courses and Webinars
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93,720
Miles travelled giving presentations at conferences, courses and webinars
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ARTICLES
UPDATES
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CONTACT
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