Spunbond Technology Short Course
March 4, 2025 - March 6, 2025
The Spunbond 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 spunbond webs. The course focuses on the importance of controlling structure-property-process relationships to optimize spunbond materials to meet the requirements of the application. The course will cover model polymers, such as PP, as well as the use of alternative polymers (PET, PLA, PBS, etc.), providing attendees an “algorithm” for running an efficient spunbond process based on polymer properties.
Upon completing the course, attendees will have a comprehensive grasp on spunbond nonwoven production processes, including raw material selection, basic science knowledge, testing, and the characterization used to create end-use products. Attendees will also understand the important connection between thermal profiles and extrusion (i.e., min/max temperatures) 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 spunbond technology, including how to leverage biopolymers for sustainable impacts.
- Gain insight into the nonwoven fabrics industry and the significant role spunbond materials play in the world today.
Expert Instructors:
- Angelo Corino, Spunbond and Meltblown Lab Manager, NWI
- 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
Guest Instructors:
- Bryan Haynes, Ph.D., Technical Director Global Nonwovens, Kimberly-Clark
- Abhay Joijode, Ph.D., Principal Scientist, Berry Global
Who should attend?
- Business and Product Development
- Manufacturing and Engineering
- Quality Control
- Research and Development
- Technical Sales and Marketing
2-Minute Tutorial:
Attendee Feedback:
- “I just wanted to reach out and say thank you very much for all the training. I learned so much and feel empowered to move forward with the insights you provided. I look forward to seeing you again at the next course!” — Managing Director, Filter Manufacturer
- “The topics of the training and technical information were excellent. All speakers were very prepared and always available to interact with the class and answer our questions.” — Manufacturing Engineer, Global Manufacturer
- “I loved that the course included machine time. It was also a pleasure to learn from the current leaders in PP nonwovens.” — Process Development Engineer, Global Energy Company
- “Thank you all so much for the amazing opportunity to learn and meet wonderful, knowledgeable professionals who can talk about nonwovens until the sun goes down. The course has equipped me with an insightful approach to product development for my existing and potential customers.” — Account Manager, Materials Manufacturer
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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To register for this course, please contact registrar@inda.org.
Course agenda and presenters subject to change. For questions about this course, email nonwovens@ncsu.edu.
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Course Outline:
| TIME | TOPIC |
|---|---|
| March 4, 2025 | The Basics |
| 8:00-8:30 AM | Networking and Light Breakfast |
| 8:30-9:00 AM | Introductions and Intro to NWI |
| 9:00-10:00 AM | Polymer Primer |
| 10:00-10:45 AM | Polymer Requirements for Spunbond |
| 10:45-11:00 AM | Coffee Break |
| 11:00 AM-12:00 PM | Polymer Characterization Critical for Spunbnd |
| 12:00-1:00 PM | Networking Lunch |
| 1:00-2:00 PM | Spunbond Products and Markets |
| 2:00-3:00 PM | Spunbond Fabric Test Methods and Procedures |
| 3:00-4:00 PM | Polymer Extrusion and Filtration |
| 4:00-5:00 PM | Tour of NWI Facilities |
| March 5, 2025 | The Fundamentals |
| 8:00-8:30 AM | Networking and Light Breakfast |
| 8:30-9:30 AM | Fiber Formation and Property Development |
| 9:30-10:30 AM | The Spunbond Process |
| 10:30-10:45 AM | Coffee Break |
| 10:45-11:30 AM | Spunbond Process Components |
| 11:30 AM-12:00 PM | Winding and Unwinding |
| 12:00-1:00 PM | Networking Lunch |
| 1:00-2:00 PM | Web Uniformity and Inspection |
| 2:00-3:00 PM | Bonding Technologies for Spunbond |
| 3:00-4:00 PM | Multicomponent Fibers and Their Applications |
| 4:00-5:00 PM | Spunbond Laboratory Planning |
| 5:30-8:00 PM | Reception and Networking |
| March 6, 2025 | Let's Get It Together |
| 8:00-8:30 AM | Networking and Light Breakfast |
| 8:30-9:00 AM | Lab Prep – Start up |
| 9:00-10:00 AM | Spunbond Lab DOE Discussion |
| 10:00 AM-12:30 PM | Spunbond Lab DOE Implementation |
| 12:30-1:30 PM | Networking Lunch |
| 1:30-2:30 PM | Wrap-Up and Q&A |
