Hands Up for UW- Stevens Point Paper Science & Chemical Engineering’s (PS&ChE) Hands-On Short Courses

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TAPPI and the Paper Science & Chemical Engineering (PS&ChE) Department at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UWSP) are bringing you a series of five laboratory-focused short courses throughout 2024.

These two-day courses provide a unique learning experience on paper machine operations, additives of paper, formation of paper, and coatings for the paper industry through carefully planned exercises that allow you to observe and understand the various topics.

Each course is limited to 16 participants, which gives you ample opportunity for questions, discussion, and hands-on opportunities. These courses are particularly appropriate for newcomers, machine operators, operating managers, financial managers, sales representatives, maintenance workers, training, and development staff.

Hands-On Papermaking Course

Date: March 7-8, 2024
Register by February 8 (TODAY) to take advantage of early bird savings!

This introductory class features morning classroom sessions followed by afternoon sessions of guided exercises operating the UW-Stevens Point Fourdrinier pilot paper machine. Topics covered in this course include pulp and papermaking operations, with more information about papermaking processes and equipment.

 Learning outcomes for this course include:

• Perform basic tests to monitor paper machine performance.
• Expand your knowledge of paper machine operations.
• Build your knowledge of paper industry vocabulary.
• Broaden your awareness of how one part of the process impacts other operations.

Register today for the Hands-On Papermaking Course

Advanced Papermaking: Add​itives​​
Date: April 11-12, 2024
Register by March 11 to take advantage of early bird savings!

This course provides an overview of common paper making additives used in the industry today. You will participate in discussions focused on where additives are introduced into the paper making process, potential interactions with both equipment and other additives and the relationship between additives and enhanced performance of paper. This course features hands-on exercises on the UW-Stevens Point pilot paper machine where attendees will produce paper with different additives.

Learning outcomes for this course include:

• Recognize the difference between acid and alkaline papermaking.
• Explain the difference between process additives and product improving additives.
• Produce and evaluate paper with filler and dyes.
• Describe the difference between wet and dry strength additives.
• Explain the purpose and use of foam control, pitch control, and biocides​.

Register today for the Advanced Papermaking: Additives Course

The 2024 Course Schedule will include these courses as well:

Advanced Papermaking: Formation
May 9-10, 2024

Coating & Laminating in Packaging Applications
June 6 - 7, 2024

Hands-On Papermaking Course
August 8-9, 2024

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details to follow.

Learn more about the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources Department of Paper Science and Chemical Engineering and its partnership with TAPPI to offer more options in training for papermakers at all levels of expertise in the industry.