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Spunbond Technology Short Course
March 19 - March 21
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.
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.
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.
- Understand how to control structure-property-process relationships to meet the specific requirements of your application.
- 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.
This course is designed to be accessible and valuable to those who are new to the field and/or come from a non-technical background, as well as seasoned nonwovens professionals.
Expert Instructors:
- Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., Executive Director, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI)
- Angelo Corino, Meltblown and Spunbond Lab Manager, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI)
- Tom Daugherty, Deputy Directory, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI); former Procter & Gamble
- Bryan Haynes, Ph.D., Technical Director Global Nonwovens, Kimberly-Clark
- Abhay Joijode, Ph.D., Principal Scientist, Berry Global
- Benoit Maze, Ph.D., Director of Education and Administration, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI)
- Brad Scroggins, Research Technician, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI)
- Natalie Young, Research Specialist, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI)
- Guest instructors from industry will provide unique perspective on the latest applications and technology in meltblown nonwovens.
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.)
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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
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(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.)
Course agenda and presenters subject to change. For questions about this course, email nonwovens@ncsu.edu.
This course is presented in partnership with:
Course Outline:
| TIME | TOPIC | PRESENTER |
|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2024 | The Basics | |
| 8:00-8:30 AM | Networking and Light Breakfast | All |
| 8:30-9:00 AM | Introductions and Intro to NWI | Tom Daugherty, NWI (formerly Procter & Gamble) |
| 9:00-10:00 AM | Polymer Primer | Abhay Joijode, Ph.D., Berry Global |
| 10:00-10:45 AM | Polymer Requirements for Spunbond | Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., NWI |
| 10:45-11:00 AM | Break | All |
| 11:00 AM-12:00 PM | Polymer Characterization Critical for Spunbnd | Abhay Joijode, Ph.D., Berry Global |
| 12:00-1:00 PM | Networking Lunch | |
| 1:00-2:00 PM | Spunbond Products and Markets | Tom Daugherty, NWI (formerly Procter & Gamble) |
| 2:00-3:00 PM | Spunbond Fabric Test Methods and Procedures | Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., NWI |
| 3:00-4:00 PM | Polymer Extrusion and Filtration | Benoit Maze, Ph.D., NWI |
| 4:00-5:00 PM | Tour of NWI Facilities | Angelo Corino, NWI; Benoit Maze, Ph.D., NWI |
| March 20, 2024 | The Fundamentals | |
| 8:00-8:30 AM | Networking and Light Breakfast | All |
| 8:30-9:30 AM | Fiber Formation and Property Development | Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., NWI |
| 9:30-10:30 AM | The Spunbond Process | Bryan Haynes, Ph.D., Kimberly-Clark |
| 10:30-10:45 AM | Break | All |
| 10:45-11:30 AM | Spunbond Process Components | Bryan Haynes, Ph.D., Kimberly-Clark |
| 11:30 AM-12:00 PM | Winding and Unwinding | Benoit Maze, Ph.D., NWI |
| 12:00-1:00 PM | Networking Lunch | All |
| 1:00-2:00 PM | Web Uniformity and Inspection | Benoit Maze, Ph.D., NWI |
| 2:00-3:00 PM | Bonding Technologies for Spunbond | Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., NWI |
| 3:00-4:00 PM | Multicomponent Fibers and Their Applications | Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., NWI |
| 4:00-5:00 PM | Spunbond Laboratory Planning | Angelo Corino, NWI/All |
| 5:30-8:00 PM | Reception and Networking | All |
| March 21, 2024 | Let's Get It Together | |
| 8:00-8:30 AM | Networking and Light Breakfast | |
| 8:30-9:00 AM | Lab Prep – Start up | Angelo Corino, NWI; Natalie Young, NWI |
| 9:00-10:00 AM | Lab DOE Discussion | Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., NWI |
| 10:00 AM-12:30 PM | Lab DOE Implementation | Angelo Corino/Bradley Scroggins, NWI |
| 12:30-1:30 PM | Networking Lunch | All |
| 1:30-2:30 PM | Wrap-Up and Q&A | Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., NWI/ All |
