TAPPI’s newly revamped Blown and Cast Film Extrusion Course is presented by a panel of more than 15 distinguished industry experts who will provide valuable insight into industry trends, troubleshooting, safety concerns, and updated equipment technologies. In addition to the course, attendees will be offered special discounts on a variety of applicable books and publications from TAPPI. Take a look at the jam-packed, comprehensive course schedule.  

This three-day course is back by popular demand and addresses feedback on a need for additional industry training in blown and cast film extrusion. The introductory-to-intermediate level course has been revamped to meet today’s specific growing technological needs, including information on basic resin and equipment technology (extruders and dies) that have applications in both blown and cast film applications, as well as detailed instruction about equipment and processes.

• 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.

The course will be held Nov. 7-9, 2017, at the Crowne Plaza-Memphis Downtown in Memphis, Tenn., 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.

This is an excellent training opportunity for groups or individuals. Register by Oct. 9, 2017, to save $100. TAPPI members receive a discounted registration rate. Join or renew today.