Are You Ready to Gain a Full View of Fiber Recycling’s Circular Economy in August?
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Have you secured a seat yet? It’s time to sharpen your knowledge of the entire fiber recycling process. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn and network with over 15 expert guest speakers at WMU’s Fiber Recycling Course, held Tuesday, August 15 – Thursday, August 17 at WMU in Kalamazoo, MI. The course will cover a full view of the circular economy that is fiber recycling – from brand perspectives, sustainability drivers, recyclable certifications and legislation, to collection, MRF sorting, reprocessing and papermaking. With an exceptional lineup of seasoned professionals, the networking opportunities are endless.
The course also includes a networking dinner at the world-famous Bell’s Eccentric Café. Enjoy premier food, local craft beer, live jazz and the chance to win prizes.
Be sure to check out the lineup of course instructors.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for the newcomer to the paper recycling industry, as well as those with experience who wish to broaden and update their knowledge and understanding of the basics of recycled fiber collection, processing, use and market drivers.
Learning Outcomes:
- Recyclability Protocols and Product Labeling
- Recycled Fiber Global Markets Update
- Sustainability – Brand Owner Perspective
- Regulations and Market Drivers
- Collection and MRF Operations
- Paper Mill Operations
- Hands-on Fiber Recycling/Papermaking Option
Optional Add-on Course: WMU Paper Pilot Plant Experience – Hands-on Fiber Recycling and Papermaking
- Held on the last day of the course, spend the afternoon with WMU’s Paper Pilot Plant crew and see processes firsthand. This includes:
- Fiber recycling operations (pulping, screening, cleaning).
- Paper making on the newly installed dual fourdrinier pilot machine.
- Spend time in our papermaking/paper testing labs. You will see a bale of recovered paper enter the process, the recovery of the fibers and the production of recycled paper (forming, pressing, drying, calendering).
Earn Continuing Education
Earn 1.4 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) or 14 Professional Development Hours after completion of this course. This course has been reviewed and approved by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Register today for a can’t miss interactive experience.
