Course Calendar

TAPPI is pleased to partner with Western Michigan University (WMU) to deliver training that will help you broaden and update your knowledge and understanding of the basics of recycled fiber collection, processing, use and market drivers. This is a 2.5-day course takes place in Kalamazoo Michigan on WMU's Engineering Campus. This training is designed for the newcomer to the paper recycling industry, as well as those with experience.

Learn coating and lamination fundamentals and apply your knowledge in operations and quality control.

The Hands-On Workshop for Hygiene Tissue Basics will provide a broad overview of concepts and unit operations involved in the manufacturing of hygiene tissue: Fiber for Tissue, Pulping, Bleaching, Refining, Recycling, Tissue Making and Converting. This workshop has been carefully designed for individuals without formal training in tissue manufacturing or new to the industry. This is an excellent opportunity to understand basic concepts, unit operations involved in tissue manufacturing, combining theory and practice.

This introductory to intermediate-level course will help you expand your overall understanding of kraft pulp mill operations and broaden your awareness of how one part of the process affects other operations. With this knowledge, you'll be better equipped to troubleshoot quality problems and feel more confident in your interactions among process engineers and operators.

This three-day course features comprehensive educational material taught by multiple instructors along with networking opportunities at a table top reception and a group outing. Participants learn about basic resin and equipment technology (extruders, dies, auxiliary equipment) used in the extrusion application process. Learn more.

Learn papermaking basics and operate the a Fourdrinier pilot paper machine guided by University of Wisconsin experts!

This conference is THE How-To Conference for Maintenance and Operations professionals in the processing industries.

This two-day introductory course is co-located with TissueCon.  It's designed for anyone new to tissue and those wanting to strengthen their foundational knowledge. The curriculum is designed by tissue industry experts to expand your understanding of tissue properties and manufacturing processes so that you can help improve tissue performance and manufacturing efficiency.

This unique introduction workshop will provide attendees an overall view of the basic concepts in pulp and paper manufacturing. Attendees will increase their understanding by participating in hands-on laboratory exercises.