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Jan. 9-20, 2017
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
In this two-day course, you will:
- Gain a better understanding of coating and lamination fundamentals.
- Recognize the various types of coaters and laminators.
- Understand workflow and unit operations.
- Recognize the raw materials and their properties.
- Learn about the influences of raw materials on the final products.
- Understand test basics.
- Apply the knowledge in operation and quality control.
Expert instruction is offered by Dr. Roland Gong, assistant professor of paper science and engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Gong earned his doctorate in paper and imaging science and engineering from Western Michigan University, where he researched paper coating using new materials and cutting-edge facilities. Gong's research focused on the paper pigment coating process. He has worked on coating and lamination since 1998 as a printing and packaging engineer. His work has included product packaging and liquid packaging.
Classroom instruction is efficiently balanced with hands-on experience on state-of-the-art equipment.
Who Should Attend?
Those working in paper converting, coating, printing, and flexible packaging, particularly:
- Engineers
- Technicians
- Chemists
- Scientists
- Representatives of companies that supply adhesives, inks, silicone, papers, plastic films and aluminum foils will also find this curriculum very useful.
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