Expand Your Knowledge and Skills in Fiber Recycling

Have you registered for Western Michigan University’s (WMU) Fiber Recycling Course that will be held June 4-6 in Kalamazoo, Michigan? If not, act now to secure your spot for this unique 2.5-day training course, hosted at WMU's Paper Pilot Plant. You will learn from a range of industry experts, who will share their insights into the latest trends and practices in fiber recycling. By attending, you'll gain valuable knowledge that will help you excel in your career.

You will learn about:

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

There’s lots to do in Kalamazoo!

You'll also enjoy the vibrant and historic city of Kalamazoo, known for its innovative spirit and cultural landmarks such as Gibson guitars, checker taxi cabs, and Bell's Eccentric Cafe. Registration for this course includes a dinner at the renowned Bell's Eccentric Cafe, featuring top-notch cuisine, and a happy hour in downtown Kalamazoo.

Count Me In For This Exciting Course

Optional Half-Day Add-On Course:

And if you want to take your learning to the next level, you can choose to participate in a half-day add-on course: WMU Paper Pilot Plant Experience - Hands-on Fiber Recycling and Papermaking. This unique experience will give you an opportunity to see firsthand how fiber recycling operations work, as well as paper making on the fourdrinier pilot machine.

Spend the final afternoon (12:30 p.m. - 4:40 p.m.) with WMU’s Paper Pilot Plant crew and see these processes firsthand:

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).

Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills in fiber recycling. Register today for this co-sponsored course by TAPPI and Western Michigan University.

TAPPI
http://www.tappi.org/