Explore Innovations in Paper and Paperboard Coating at Western Michigan University’s Course in Kalamazoo, MI
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Western Michigan University’s (WMU) Engineering Campus is set to host the highly anticipated Paper and Paperboard Coating Course from August 13-15, 2024. Set in the vibrant city of Kalamazoo, this three-day course is a prime opportunity to deepen your expertise in coating applications and network with over a dozen leading experts.
Also included in the registration is exclusive access to guided tours of the WMU Paper Pilot Plant, including the high-speed coater, paper machine, and recycling plants, as well as paper-related laboratories. Additionally, a convenient shuttle service from the Radisson Plaza Hotel, the host hotel, will be provided.
You will acquire a comprehensive understanding of key aspects of paper and paperboard coating, including:
- Coating raw materials and their processing
- Preparation for coating applications
- Rheology and application methods
- Finishing techniques
- End-use applications for coated paper and paperboard
Discover Kalamazoo
Nicknamed the “Paper City” for its rich paper industry history, Kalamazoo is known as a cultural artist's hub, the birthplace of Gibson guitars, checker taxi cabs, and Bell's Eccentric Cafe. Registration includes a dinner at Bell's Eccentric Cafe and a happy hour in downtown Kalamazoo.
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Earn CEU's:
Earn 1.4 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) upon completion of this course. This course has been reviewed and approved by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
This course is co-sponsored by TAPPI and Western Michigan University.
