Western Michigan University, a leader in the field of paper coating research and applications as well as a leading provider of undergraduate and graduate engineers and scientists, is proud to present the Fiber Recycling Course, August 7-9, at WMU's Pilot Plants Engineering Campus.

 

Topics Include:

• Recycled Fiber market trends and outlook — local and global
• Fiber recovery and properties/usage by grade
• Unit operations for contaminant removal and recycled stock preparation
• Stickies characterization and elimination strategies
• Waste paper collection (MRF) trends and equipment
• Recyclable barrier coatings outlook
• Latest technology in recycled fiber chemistry
• Sustainability drivers and outlook from a brand owners perspective.

 

Networking Opportunities

 

Networking opportunities include a dinner and tour at Arcadia Brewery in Kalamazoo, a short walk from the Radisson Plaza Hotel, the recommended hotel for this course.

 

Lodging and Transportation

 

Free shuttle available from the Kalamazoo Airport (AZO) to the Radisson Plaza Hotel in downtown Kalamazoo. Ask for the WMU rate at the Radisson Plaza Hotel.

 

Free shuttle service is also available from the Radisson to WMU’s campus for the course each day as well as to and from the off-site dinner.