From Pellets to Packaging, Experts Teach Comprehensive Technical Training

This fall, TAPPI is unveiling a unique flexible packaging training opportunity covering the entire process from pellets through packaging. Last taught in 2001 and revamped to meet today’s specific growing technological needs, the Blown and Cast Film Extrusion Course will be presented by a distinguished panel of over 15 industry experts who will share their experience, safety concerns, troubleshooting tips, and updated equipment technologies.

The course has been revamped to meet today’s specific growing technological needs. It is an introductory-to-intermediate level 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.Take a look at the jam-packed, comprehensive course schedule.

Attendees will learn to:

Understand properties and processing issues of various film resins
Identify capabilities, specifications, and limitations of various film extrusion & 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.

The event is planned for November 7-9 at the Crowne Plaza-Memphis Downtown in Memphis, Tennessee, USA and 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.

Time is running out on the Early Bird Discount. Register by October 9 to save $100. TAPPI members receive a discounted registration rate as well.

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