Spunbond Technology Short Course

The Spunbond Technology Short Course provides attendees a fundamental understanding of the process of forming spunbond webs and offers guidance on how to control structure-property-process relationships to optimize spunbond materials based on the requirements of the application.

Upon completing the course, attendees will have a comprehensive grasp on spunbond nonwoven production processes, including raw material selection, basic science knowledge, testing, and the characterization used to create end-use products. The course will explain how to exploit machine design and raw materials to the advantage of the application.

The Spunbond Technology Short Course combines classroom learning with hands-on activities in NWI’s labs. Attendees will gain insight into the nonwoven fabrics industry and the significant role spunbond materials play in industry, while also creating incredible fabrics using NWI’s state-of-the-art nonwoven fabrication and testing facilities.

This course is designed to be accessible and valuable to those who are new to the field and/or come from a non-technical background, as well as seasoned nonwovens professionals.

Featured Topics Include:

• A primer on nonwoven markets and applications for spunbond technology
• An in-depth understanding of polymer characterization and fiber formation
• Discussion of bicomponent fibers and bonding technologies
• Discussion of web uniformity and inspection
• Discussion of product evaluation and testing
• A pack design and cleaning demonstration
• Discussion of process variables and hands-on activities in NWI’s world-class Spunbond and Hydroentangling Lab
• Cost modeling for various spunbond process scenarios

Expert Instructors:

• Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., Executive Director, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI)
• Angelo Corino, Meltblown and Spunbond Lab Manager, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI)
• Tom Daugherty, Deputy Directory, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI); former Procter & Gamble
• Bryan Haynes, Ph.D., Technical Director Global Nonwovens, Kimberly-Clark
• Abhay Joijode, Ph.D., Principal Scientist, Berry Global
• Benoit Maze, Ph.D., Director of Education and Administration, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI)
• Brad Scroggins, Research Technician, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI)
• Hooman Tafreshi, Ph.D., NC State University/NWI
• Natalie Young, Research Specialist, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI)
• Guest instructors from industry will provide unique perspective on the latest applications and technology in meltblown nonwovens.

Who should attend?

• Business and Product Development
• Manufacturing and Engineering
• Quality Control
• Research and Development
• Technical Sales and Marketing

Price: 

• Non-Members: $3,300
• NWI/INDA Members: $2,500 (NOTE: If you are an NWI Member, please e-mail registrar@inda.org with your Member Name and Short Course title to register at the NWI Member Rate.)

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Attendee Feedback: 

• “I just wanted to reach out and say thank you very much for all the training. I learned so much and feel empowered to move forward with the insights you provided. I look forward to seeing you again at the next course!” — Managing Director, Filter Manufacturer
• “The topics of the training and technical information were excellent. All speakers were very prepared and always available to interact with the class and answer our questions.” — Manufacturing Engineer, Global Manufacturer
• “I loved that the course included machine time. It was also a pleasure to learn from the current leaders in PP nonwovens.” — Process Development Engineer, Global Energy Company
• “Thank you all so much for the amazing opportunity to learn and meet wonderful, knowledgeable professionals who can talk about nonwovens until the sun goes down. The course has equipped me with an insightful approach to product development for my existing and potential customers.” — Account Manager, Materials Manufacturer

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(NOTE: If you are an NWI Member, please e-mail registrar@inda.org with your Member Name and Short Course title to register at the NWI Member Rate.)

Course agenda and presenters subject to change. For questions about this course, email nonwovens@ncsu.edu. 

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