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A Broad Overview of Paper Making in Just Two Days

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Hands On Paper Making Course
April 12-13
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Wis., USA
 
Register by March 13 to save on the course rates.

Here’s what you’ll cover:
  • History of Paper Making
  • Wood Fiber and other Structures
  • Chemical Composition of Wood
  • Tree Anatomy: Hardwoods and Softwoods
  • Wood Harvesting and Handling Operations
  • Pulping: Mechanical, Chemical and Hybrid
  • Bleaching
  • Stock Preparation
  • Paper Making Equipment
  • Properties of Paper
  • Additives and Coatings
  • Forming Fabrics
  • Calenders, Reels, and Winders
  • Recycling and Deinking
  • Corrugating Equipment.
Your Instructor:
Dr. Gerry Ring is currently Professor Emeritus of Paper Science and Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.  He began his professional career as a corporate research scientist after obtaining his Ph.D. at the Institute of Paper Chemistry in Appleton Wis. Dr. Ring is an author, a patent holder, TAPPI Fellow, and recipient of many industry awards.

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