The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) will be attending Hygienix™ November 13-16, 2023, in New Orleans at the Roosevelt Hotel. Hygienix™ is conference focused on the future of absorbent hygiene industry. From marketing intelligence to disruptive innovation, the Hygienix™provides a forum for discussion of critical issues influencing the absorbent hygiene category now and going forward. Conference Schedule…
The Intermediate Nonwovens Short Course provides attendees with an overview of nonwoven production processes and end-product applications. The course covers the 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 and The…
The World of Wipes® (WOW) International Conference is where wipes leaders converge to advance their business. The event offers attendees the opportunity to connect with suppliers showcasing their wipes innovations and to learn about advancements in materials, ingredients and technologies. WOW also will cover regulatory and legislative efforts that could affect your industry. WOW 2024…
The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) and North Carolina State University are proud to once again host RISE® – the Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics conference – in collaboration with INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, October 1-2, 2024. Attendees will experience a full two days of insights into nonwovens innovation and experience NWI’s…
The Nonwoven Bonding Fundamentals Short Course will provide a detailed overview of the major fabric bonding processes used to make nonwovens. The course will cover success factors for calendering, hydroentangling, and needlepunching, including troubleshooting techniques and guidance for process improvement. If you attend this course, you will learn: How nonwoven bonds are formed and how…
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…
Hygienix™ is a conference where leaders discover the key factors that are influencing absorbent hygiene products across global markets. The event will consider opportunities in up and coming markets like pet care and wound care, while also exploring the latest insights in regulatory and legislative activities. Conference topics include: Price Tiering - Value vs. Cost-Consciousness…
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…
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 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 for the requirements of the application. The course will cover…
Combining classroom learning with hands-on activities in NWI's state-of-the-art fabrication and testing labs, The Carded Nonwovens Technology Short Course will examine the carding process from the bale opener to carding, cross-lapping, needle-punching, thermal bonding and hydroentangling. The course covers fibers and materials, the structure of nonwovens and how one measures properties such as formation, uniformity,…
The Filter Media Short Course is a two-day training designed to provide a strong technical overview of nonwovens and their applications in both air and liquid filtration, technology options, unmet needs and trends for future development. Charging options, including corona, hydro and triboelectric, will also be covered. This is an intensive course designed for professionals…