The World of Wipes® (WOW) International Conference is organized and presented by INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry. Presentations at WOW will focus on a series of market and technical topics (listed below) to provide opportunities for industry leaders to review the latest research, product innovation, and market applications for all wiping products and…
The Meltblown 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 meltblown webs. The course focuses on the importance of controlling structure-property-process relationships to optimize meltblown materials for the requirements of the application. The course will cover…
The Intermediate Nonwovens Short Course provides attendees with a generalized overview of nonwoven production processes and end-product applications. The course covers the fundamental chemical and physical make-up of nonwovens, the properties of materials used in making nonwovens and the manufacturing processes used to produce nonwovens. This course offers a balance of in-the-classroom learning at INDA…
The RISE® Conference will be presented Oct. 14-15, 2025, at the McKimmon Center on the campus of North Carolina State University. RISE® will focus on emerging technologies in nonwovens, with thought leaders spanning the entire supply chain converging to discuss cutting-edge advancements and research. Participants will gain invaluable insights in advanced recycling methods, next-gen materials,…
The Elementary Nonwovens Short Course is designed for professionals who are new to nonwovens. Participants will learn the basics about nonwovens in simple, clear, concise language. The course reviews the basic nomenclature, production processes, fabric attributes, market uses and trends to understand products made with nonwovens and engineered materials. The course uses personal instruction, visual…