TAPPI Improving Paper Machine Performance Course to be Held August 23-25

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This upcoming TAPPI course will give students the tools needed to evaluate the performance of paper machines against industry standards. By measurement and comparison, the student will be able to evaluate ways to improve performance and optimize the efficiency of the paper machine operation.

The course will be led by James W. Atkins, president of Atkins, Inc., a consulting company. Mr. Atkins has over forty years in the paper industry and has held the titles of Manager Paper Manufacturing, Mill Manager, and VP/General Manager in several paper companies. He has a Bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of North Carolina.

Joining the instructor team will be Charles P. Klass, President of Klass Associates, Inc.

To find out more, go to Paper Machine Performance Course