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NWI’s Spring 2023 Industrial Advisory Board meeting recap

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Filter Media Short Course 2023 Preview

Aug 24, 2023

NWI to Present Filter Media Course at FiltXPO™ – What Can Attendees Expect?

This two-day training will provide a strong technical overview of nonwovens and their applications in air, aerosol and liquid filtration, technology options, unmet needs, and trends for future development.

The Nonwovens Institute, Good Manufacturing Practices

Aug 15, 2023

NWI Participates In Annual GMP Training; Pursues New Quality Certification

The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) is building upon its strong foundation of quality-based manufacturing practices by pursuing the BRCGS Certification ...
Dr. Carl Wust and Dr. Behnam Pourdeyhimi, The Nonwovens Institute, NC State University

Aug 4, 2023

Expert Instructors Share Key Lessons to Be Learned at the Upcoming Fiber and Filament Extrusion Short Course

Dr. Carl Wust and Dr. Behnam Pourdeyhimi preview the upcoming Fiber and Filament Extrusion Fundamentals Short Course.
The Nonwovens Institute at World of Wipes 2023

Jul 21, 2023

NWI Returns from a Successful World of Wipes® Conference

A very successful 2023 WOW – World of Wipes® – conference was held this week in Atlanta, attracting nearly 500 registered attendees, including The Nonwovens Institute’s (NWI’s) Executive Director Professor Dr.…
Fi-Tech Inc. Joins NWI as 'Social Member'

Jul 20, 2023

NWI Welcomes Fi-Tech as a New ‘Social Member’

The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) is pleased to recognize Fi-Tech, Inc. for its decision to join more than 45 industry-leading organizations as a member of the Institute. Founded by Lee Bassett…
Prashant Desai, Ph.D., The Nonwovens Institute

Jul 10, 2023

Dr. Prashant Desai Reappointed to NWI Strategic Scientific Advisory Board

The Nonwovens Institute is extremely proud to announce the reappointment of Prashant Desai, Ph.D., to the Institute’s Strategic Scientific Advisory Board (SSAB) in recognition of his unique contributions in building…
Students presenting at The Nonwovens Institute's May 2023 IAB meeting.

Jun 27, 2023

NWI Announces Student Awards at Spring 2023 Industrial Advisory Board meeting

Bringing together the best of both industry and academia is a hallmark of The Nonwovens Institute (NWI). Located in the heart of the vibrant Centennial Campus of North Carolina State…
NWI recognizes Pierre Grondin

Jun 6, 2023

NWI recognizes Pierre Grondin for his dedication to the nonwovens industry

After nearly 30 years of service to the nonwovens industry, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) would like to congratulate Pierre Grondin on his career. “It has been a true pleasure working…
Spoolex Calemard Orion N-1800 Slitter/Rewinder at The Nonwovens Institute

May 31, 2023

NWI adds state-of-the-art Orion slitter/rewinder system

The Nonwovens Institute is pleased to announce our state-of-the-art Orion slitter/rewinder system is now available for developmental and commercial use. “We have completed installation and commissioning and are now ready…
The Nonwovens Institute's Spring 2023 IAB

May 24, 2023

NWI’s Spring 2023 Industrial Advisory Board meeting recap

The Nonwovens Institute’s Spring 2023 Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) meeting has adjourned, following a week of activity with NWI member companies joining students and faculty to consider research and engage…