Carded Nonwovens Technology Short Course

Combining classroom learning with hands-on activities in NWI’s state-of-the-art fabrication and testing labs, The Carded Nonwovens Technology Short Course will examine the carding process from the bale opener to carding, cross-lapping, needle-punching, thermal bonding and hydroentangling. The course covers fibers and materials, the structure of nonwovens and how one measures properties such as formation, uniformity, fiber orientation, etc.

The bonding portion of the course is a critical piece, as it will consider structure-process-property relationships and how to optimize carded nonwoven materials to meet the requirements of the application. The course will also review fiber blending and composite formation.

Upon completing the course, attendees will have a comprehensive grasp on carded nonwoven production processes, including raw material selection, basic science knowledge, testing and the characterization used to create end-use products.

If you attend this course, you will:

• Learn how to leverage machine design, process and raw materials to develop new products and optimize manufacturing efficiency.
• Get expert insight into nonwoven markets and applications for carded nonwoven technology.
• Gain an understanding of the nonwoven fabrics industry and the significant role carded nonwoven materials play in the world today.

Expert Instructors:

• Benoit Maze, Ph.D., Director of Education and Administration, NWI
• Amy Minton, Analytical and Physical Testing Lab Manager, NWI
• Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., Executive Director, NWI

Who should attend?

• Business and Product Development
• Manufacturing and Engineering
• Quality Control
• Research and Development
• Technical Sales and Marketing

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Price: 

• Non-Members: $3,300
• NWI/INDA Members: $2,500 (NOTE: If you are an NWI Member, please e-mail registrar@inda.org with your Member Name and Short Course title to register at the NWI Member Rate.)
• Group Discounts: If you have a group of 5 or more from your organization, the INDA/NWI Short Course Value Pack program enables organizations to purchase a block of registrations, which can be used by any combination of employees to register for any combination of training courses, at progressively discounted rates. Learn more.

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Course agenda and presenters subject to change. For questions about this course, email nonwovens@ncsu.edu. 

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