Two Important Trainings for Papermakers
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The Hands-On Papermaking Course at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point features classroom sessions and introductory hands-on training using the UW-Stevens Point fourdrinier pilot paper machine.
Sept. 7-8, 2017
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Here’s what you’ll cover:
- History of Papermaking
- Wood Fiber and other Structures
- Chemical Composition of Wood
- Tree Anatomy—Hardwoods and Softwoods
- Wood Harvesting and Handling Operations
- Pulping: Mechanical, Chemical, and Hybrid
- Bleaching
- Stock Preparation
- Papermaking Equipment
- Properties of Paper
- Additives and Coatings
- Forming Fabrics
- Calenders, Reels, and Winders
- Recycling and Deinking
- Corrugating Equipment.
For those looking for the next level in training, the Advanced Hands-On Papermaking: Formation Course offers both classroom and hands-on sessions using the UW-Stevens Point fourdrinier pilot paper machine and testing the resulting paper.
Oct. 25-26, 2017
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
You’ll cover these topics:
- The relationship between sheet structure and paper qualities
- Why papermaking fibers floc
- Manufacturing techniques that minimize fiber floccing
- Relationship between sheet structure, formation, and paper properties
- Visual and instrumental measurement of formation
- Difficulties associated with the correlation of visual formation assessment and the instrument measurement.
