Carded Nonwovens Technology Short Course – March 2026

The Carded Nonwovens Technology Short Course combines classroom learning with hands-on activities in NWI’s state-of-the-art fabrication and testing labs to provide attendees a fundamental understanding of the process of forming carded nonwoven webs. The course focuses on the importance of controlling structure-property-process 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 needlepunching 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 and raw materials to optimize the efficiency of your process 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