Registration is Open: Expert-Led In-Person Tissue Training Courses in May 2025

Are you looking to enhance tissue production efficiency, optimize machine operations, and advance your professional expertise? TAPPI’s expanded Tissue Month offers a structured learning pathway with three progressive courses: Tissue 101, Tissue 201, and this year, Tissue 202! Gain valuable insights and firsthand knowledge to accelerate your career in this rapidly evolving industry.

Tissue 101: Properties and Processes, May 4-6, 2025 in Minneapolis, MI, is co-located with TAPPICon. This course is the perfect starting point for newcomers to the tissue industry and a valuable refresher for seasoned professionals. This course provides a solid foundation in tissue properties and manufacturing processes, helping you make informed decisions to meet production goals efficiently.

Course participants will learn:

Fundamentals of tissue sheet structure and properties
The impact of tissue manufacturing processes on product performance and design
How fiber raw materials influence tissue structure and quality
The role of chemicals in tissue manufacturing to enhance efficiency and product attributes

Tissue 201: Operations and Runnability, May 13-15, 2025 in Neenah, WI,
builds on Tissue 101 by diving into industry best practices to improve machine efficiency, maximize production output, and enhance tissue softness and bulk. Learn critical troubleshooting techniques to optimize your operations.

Learning outcomes include:

How furnish, wet-end chemistry, stock approach, and headbox setup impact machine runnability and sheet quality
Effective cleaning and conditioning strategies for forming and press fabrics
Solutions for runnability and quality challenges in the press and dryer sections

Tissue 202: Converting Operations, May 20-22, 2025 in Green Bay, WI, explores the crucial final stages of tissue production, focusing on converting and packaging processes to help you deliver high-quality finished products efficiently.

Participants will learn:

Key converting processes and how they impact final product performance
Advanced strategies for cutting, folding, embossing, and laminating tissue products
Optimizing packaging operations to maintain product integrity and reduce waste
Troubleshooting common issues in tissue converting and packaging

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to attend one, two, or all three of TAPPI’s in-person tissue courses in 2025. Register today and take advantage of this specialized training designed to elevate your tissue industry expertise. Seating is limited, and the early bird registration discount ends April 1, 2025. For more information about the courses, visit the courses website or contact Training and Development Manager Clay Oldham.

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