TAPPI Extrusion Coating and Blown/Cast Film Short Course Set for April 19-21, 2004, in St. Louis

Published: February 20, 2004, By PRESS RELEASE

NORCROSS, GA, USA—TAPPI reports the schedule for its upcoming 2004 Extrusion Coating and Blown/Cast Film Short Course is set; the technical trade group says those that register before April 9, 2004, will receive a discounted rate for course attendance.

• Before April 9, 2004

• 3 or members: $630.00 (each)

• Individual Members: $850.00

• Non-Members: $1,250.00

• After April 9, 2004

• Individual Members: $1,150.00

• Non-Members: $1,650.00

TAPPI says participants in this course will learn basic resin and equipment technology (extruders and dies) that have applications in both film and extrusion coating applications. "Further detailed instruction is provided for equipment and process technology specific to the blown film, cast film, and extrusion coating processes, all with safety in mind. The course goes into depth on the technical aspects of extrusion—the resin, the equipment (including screw design), the process, and the end-use requirements. It also covers the basics of polymer science, resin selection, equipment evaluation, coating, laminating, and troubleshooting procedures," adds TAPPI.

For a full course description, hotel information, and registration, visit tappi.org/index.asp?rc=1&pid=27388&ch=4&ip=&bhcd2=1077290883. Learn more about TAPPI at tappi.org.