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2012 TAPPI Linerboard Medium & Corrugated Box Manufacturing

Product code: 12LINCOR
Date: 4/9/2012 to 4/10/2012
Location: Neenah, WI United States
Contact: memberconnection@tappi.org
Phone: 1.800.332.8686 (US); 1.800.446.9431 (Canada); +1.770.446.1400
Fax: +1.770.209.7206

TAPPI’s popular and practical Linerboard Medium and Corrugated Box Manufacture course takes place April 9-10, 2012, at the Holiday Inn in Neenah, Wisconsin.

This course will help strengthen attendees’ understanding of the corrugating process, and linerboard and medium performance properties and manufacture. The course content is intended to help improve overall corrugating box performance and runnability. It is ideal for both corrugators and pulp and paper mill employees. The level of the two day course is introductory to intermediate.

Topics Include:

• The Corrugated session (1/2 day) will cover how to achieve the strongest bond and highest quality combined board. Topics include (1) the equipment, (2) starch, (3) corrugated process technology, and (4) importance of linerboard & medium properties and runnability.
• The Properties & Testing of Liner & Medium session (1/2 day) covers the tests, what they mean, and how the properties of the board affect the tests.
• The P&P Mill Operations session (1 day) will cover the technology of the pulp and papermaking processes, and how they affect the quality, properties, tests, and runnability of the liner & medium.

COURSE FACULTY
Michael J. Kocurek, Professor Emeritus, of Paper Science & Engineering at North Carolina State University, is one of the world’s most recognized educators in the pulp and paper industry. His focus is on Pulp & Paper Technology, Paper Properties, and Workforce and Professional Development. He has taught in-mill company classroom short courses on Linerboard & Medium Manufacture to groups of operators at over 20 mill locations. Mike has also taught university courses on Paper and Board Properties for 19 years. He is the editor of 11 books, including the recognized Pulp and Paper Manufacture series covering the entire field of pulp & paper. He has authored/co-authored 25 video publications, including the Introduction to Pulp & Paper series- again covering the entire field of pulp & paper. He is active in teaching distance learning courses.

Dr. Kocurek received his B.S., M.S., and PhD degrees in Paper Science & Engineering from the SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry, and Syracuse University.

For the April 2012 course, Dr. Kocurek will be joined by Jon Porter, Senior Trainer/ Process Specialist for Fosber America as a co-instructor. Porter, has 30 years of Technical Training experience, designing, building, and delivering technical training in several different media formats for stand-up, group-lock step, and self-paced programs with an emphasis on adult learning.

The curriculum is packed with information. See the proposed Course Schedule.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

After successfully completing this course, you should be able to:

1. Explain how Linerboard and Medium Properties and tests relate to the final box performance.
2. Identify and describe what happens in the Corrugator, and some variables that affect the final product.
3. Increase recognition of, on a mill wide basis, the effects of fiber raw materials, pulp mill and recycling processes, stock preparation, chemical additives, headbox and wet end operations, pressing and drying, calendering and size press operations on performance tests and properties.

REGISTRATION FEES

*Save on course fees by registering before March 12

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Join or renew your membership now ($174) and save on your registration fees for this course and many other valuable TAPPI events and publications.

CEUs
The Education Project Center of TAPPI has been reviewed and approved as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 1620 I Street, NW, Suite 615, Washington, DC 20006. TAPPI will award 1.4 CEUs to participants who attend at least 80% of the educational sessions and complete a final program evaluation.

TAPPI PRESS Books Discounted With Registration

Pre-Order these books from TAPPI PRESS now at this special price and pick it up at registration when you arrive.

Lean Maintenance
Product code: 08LEANMAIN
Lean Maintenance is a practical book that will take you from uncovering waste, designing project to address waste, selling the projects and delivering projects. Every area in maintenance is covered, including TPM, PM tasking, work order and computer systems. 2008
With your registration, you only pay $35.
That's a $11 discount off the regular price.

Maintenance & Calibration Manual
Product code: 0101R245
This two-volume set provides a comprehensive maintenance and calibration system that can help improve productivity and efficiency in corrugated box plants. One manual covers Rotary Diecutters while the other addresses Flexo Folder-Gluers. These manuals and corresponding checklists are designed to help any boxplant meet current ISO 9000 maintenance standards AND produce a higher quality product in a more productive efficient manner. If followed consistently, these proactive maintenance programs can reduce setup, rework and downtime. 1996
With your registration, you only pay $45.
That's a $28 discount off the regular price.

SafetyFirst DVD
Product code: 09SAFEDVD
This NEW DVD covers the most important aspects of plant and equipment safety in corrugator and sheet plants. In six parts, the DVD provides an overview of safety in and around a corrugated manufacturing facility - a great source for training new employees and a refresher for the veterans of the industry.
With your registration, you only pay $395.
That's a $100 discount off the regular price.

Corrugated Containers Manufacturing Process
Product code: 0101R281
This comprehensive textbook describes the entire process of manufacturing corrugated containers. In addition to detailed explanations, the book also features practical troubleshooting tips, and a discussion of common problems and solutions within each major section. 2000
With your registration, you only pay $37.
That's a $148 discount off the regular price.

Corrugating Defect/Remedy Manual
Product code: 0101R153
This manual provides a basis for common knowledge of terms, definitions, and methods of correction of corrugated operational defects. The manual illustrates and provides causes and remedies for hundreds of defects affecting corrugated boxes. The manual is divided into four parts: Corrugated Problems; Printing Problems; Die Cutting Problems; and Finishing and Manufacturers’ Joint Problems. 1999
With your registration, you only pay $87.
That's a $43 discount off the regular price.

HOTEL INFORMATION
Holiday Inn Neenah
123 E. Wisconsin Avenue
Neenah, WI, 54956 USA

TAPPI has negotiated this special rate, which includes complimentary internet connection in your guest room and self parking. You don't want to miss out; rooms outside our block may be much more expensive and will not include special offers. If you utilize a travel agent or company travel department, please let them know about the procedures. Please make your reservation online or call 1.800.725.6348. Be sure to say “TAPPI” to get the special TAPPI Corporate Rate of USD $105, single (includes $10 breakfast voucher); $111 double occupancy with breakfast voucher; or $99 single/double without breakfast voucher.

Hotel Amenities Include: 24-hour pool, whirlpool, fitness center, business kiosk; in-house restaurant and bar featuring room service; walking trails, the Fox River, parks, shopping, restaurants, bars and the Bergstrom Mahler Art Museum. There are many more activities within driving distance.

The Outagamie Regional Airport is 9 miles from hotel (15 minute drive time). Hotel has complimentary transportation for those flying in if the arrangements are made in advance.

CANCELLATION POLICY
If you find that you have to cancel, your full registration fee will be refunded if TAPPI’s Registration Department receives written notification (fax acceptable at +1.770.209.7206) by March 12, 2012. Please note: There will be a 50% refund for all written cancellations made after March 12, 2012 but no later than 5 business days prior to the start of the conference, April 2, 2012. Understandably, after April 2, 2012, no refunds can be issued. Substitutions, however, will be accepted any time without a penalty.

REFUND
100% - Cancellation received by March 12, 2012.
50% - Cancellations received after March 12, 2012 and no later than April 2, 2012.
NO REFUND- Cancellations received after April 2, 2012.

Avis offers special discounts off regular rates for participants. To reserve your car, call 1.800.831.8000 and refer to the code AWD: #U226600.