Intermediate Nonwovens Training Course from INDA

For industry professionals familiar with nonwovens

In-Person Training

October 15 - 18, 2024

INDA/NWI Member fee: $2,500
Non-member fee: $3,300

INDA Headquarters
Cary, NC USA

Multiple registrants from the same company receive a discount.

INDA Members may schedule onsite In-person and Virtual training for their organizations with 10+ participants. Contact: mosickey@inda.org

A comprehensive guide of instruction and reference material is provided to each attendee of In-person training. Available to order for the Virtual training for additional fee.

On-Demand Training
When, where, and how you need it!

INDA/NWI Member: $1,795
Non-Member: $2,550

Available here »

SEE WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Dive deeper into the world of nonwovens.

Designed for industry professionals with nonwovens experience or a technical background, this 3.5-day course is a bridge between INDA's Elementary Nonwovens Training Course and the Advanced Courses of the Professional Development Series.

INDA instructors will lead the class, with select guest speakers contributing to educational content.

This educational course is aimed at making professionals and their organizations more successful by providing:

Advanced nonwovens and engineered materials knowledge
In-depth understanding of processes, technologies, chemistries, and raw materials
Expanded business options for branded and private label products
Enhanced professional and personal growth

Ideal for professionals within:

R&D
Manufacturing and engineering
Business and product development
Production
Maintenance and plant production
Quality control technicians
Technical marketing and sales
A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, textiles, or five years of relevant experience in nonwovens is recommended.

The Short Course Value Pack Program is available ‐ companies can purchase a 5, 10, 15, or 20 Course Pack. For information on the Short Course Value Pack Program, please contact the Registrar, registrar@inda.org.

Professional Development
Intermediate covers

Fundamentals of fibers and materials
Web formation technologies
Fabric bonding technologies
Fabric finishing and converting
Testing and characterization
Nonwoven products and markets
Future direction of the industry and technologies

Instructors

Ed Thomas
Head of Research and Product Development, First Quality, Fiberweb, (retired) »

Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D.
William A. Klopman Distinguished Professor of Textile Materials and Associate Dean for Industry Research and Extension, North Carolina State University, and Executive Director, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) »

Benoit Maze
Benoit Maze, Ph.D., Director of Education and Administration, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) »

Amy Minton
Physical Testing Lab Manager, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) »

Matt O'Sickey, Ph.D.
Director of Education & Technical Affairs, INDA »