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Free Event - 16 live presentations with Q&A. Attendance is free but registration will be required.

The 2020 FPS Virtual International Conference is now a 100% online event that will feature a high-quality learning environment and peer-to-peer engagement including technical sessions and poster presentations. Since the conference will be held virtually, all presentations will be pre-recorded and uploaded to the custom FPS virtual platform system by the presenter. This allows presenters to record presentations at your convenience from the comfort of your home or office.

This webinar explores why equipment installed in paper mills to generate data that gets left idle after a few years because the person who championed the project has retired or moved on.

We are living in a data-rich world with new technology, security and privacy concerns, increased demands and broadened connectivity. This applies to the industry and creates new challenges to follow global trends and to make the best use of technology innovations.

The scope of the Progress in Paper Physics Seminar is to discuss the broad field of physical properties of paper, paperboard and new cellulose-containing materials. In addition to contributions centered on traditional paper grades and products, investigations of other materials produced from natural fibers, including biocomposites and nanostructured materials are welcome. The program will contain presentations reporting on the latest experimental, theoretical and computational developments. Recent development of fundamental and applied contributions are welcomed to the Seminar. There will be specially invited plenary speakers aiming at bringing industry and academia together for in-depth discussions on selected topics in paper physics and its potential impact on industry.

This virtual blended learning course can help you expand your overall understanding of kraft pulp mill operations and your awareness of how one part of the process affects other operations. You can become better equipped to troubleshoot quality problems and feel more confident in your interactions among process engineers and operators with this training.