Carded Nonwovens Technology Short Course

The Carded Nonwovens Technology Short Course covers fibers and materials, the structure of nonwovens and how one measures properties such as formation, uniformity, fiber orientation, etc. The course will also cover the carding process from the bale opener to carding, cross lapping, needle-punching and thermal bonding.

The bonding portion of the course is a critical piece, as it will cover some major discussions in terms of structure-process-property relationships to optimize carded nonwoven materials to meet the requirements of the application. The course will cover fiber blending and composite formation, along with a focus on the needle-punching and hydroentangling bonding processes.

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. Attendees will also understand how to manipulate important variables to optimize the process.

If you attend this course, you will:

• Learn how to exploit machine design, process and raw materials to optimize efficiency and improve the quality of end products.
• 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

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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