TAPPI Revitalizes Training for Blown and Cast Film Extrusion

TAPPI is pleased to reinstate a course addressing significant industry feedback about a need for training in blown and cast film extrusion. Back by popular demand, TAPPI has revamped the course to meet today’s growing technological needs. The Blown and Cast Film Extrusion Course is a three-day introductory-to-intermediate course providing information on basic resin and equipment technology (extruders and dies) that have applications in both blown and cast film applications, including detailed instruction about equipment and processes.

 

Presented by a panel of distinguished industry professionals, this course will provide valuable insight into industry trends, troubleshooting, safety concerns, and updated equipment technologies. In addition to the course, attendees will be offered discounts on a variety of applicable books and publications from TAPPI.  

Students will learn to:

• Understand properties and processing issues of various film resins
• Identify capabilities, specifications, and limitations of various film extrusion and winding equipment components
• Think of the equipment and resin requirements for differing co-extrusion applications
• Consider how to approach processing problems and gel issues during extrusion
• Recognize film surface treatment options available to converters and when to apply them
• Explain the process requirements for making cast and blown film structures
• Understand terminology, general theory, and troubleshooting techniques used in designing extrusion screws
• Address safety concerns in extrusion processes.

For greater detail, take a look at the course schedule to review the comprehensive training being offered in this worthwhile course.Planned for Nov. 7-9, 2017, at the Crowne Plaza-Memphis Downtown, Memphis, Tenn., USA, this event is ideal for a variety of professionals such as:

• Extrusion Engineers, Extrusion Supervisors, and Packaging Engineers
• Extrusion Line Operators
• R & D Personnel
• Technical Service Personnel
• Technical Directors, Superintendents, and Technical Assistants
• Blown Film Converters
• Cast Film Converters
• Equipment and Resin Suppliers
• •Auxiliary Equipment Suppliers.

This course is perfect for groups or individuals. Register by Oct. 9, 2017, to save $100. TAPPI members receive a discounted registration rate. Join or renew today at www.tappi.org/join.