Register by April 1 for Essentials of Market Pulp

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Three world-renown course instructors are coming together April 30 for "Essentials of Market Pulp" before the Papercon 2011 convention to address the questions they encounter in their fields.

"In seminars and my interactions with paper mills, I've found considerable interest in all species of softwoods and for what each is best suited. Acacia, both Acacia Mangium and Acacia Cassacarpa, and cold-weather-resistant Eucalyptus (E.Nitens, E.Dunii) have gained particular attention. In this course, we will discuss these pulp selections, as well as species for specific use, such as Black Spruce, for example, found to be best suited for premium facial tissue; Douglas Fir for towelling; and White Spruce for fast response to refining."

- Dave Hillman, Course Instructor and Pulp Expert

View the Proposed Course Schedule to see the day's curriculum. You will learn how to:

- Demonstrate knowledge of a comprehensive overview of the global market pulp industry, pulp categories, supply and demand influences, regional pulps and trends in the market
- Describe how market pulps have transitioned over time, exhibit knowledge of the range and differing characteristics of market pulps
- Identify the characteristics of the fiber sources used to make market pulp, the common defects and factors influencing pulp quality
- Strengthen your understanding of pulp testing principles, test methods and pulp/paper relationships
- Understand the range of pulps available, rank them for particular paper applications and describe best practices for maximizing value from market pulps

Register before April 1 and save!