TAPPI is excited to introduce this training opportunity presented in partnership with ITW Pillar Technologies - an innovative leader in surface treatment systems in the plastic film extrusion, coating, laminating, and printing industries.

Corona and Atmospheric Plasma 101

- A One Day Workshop - 

Wednesday, October 10, 2018
Hartland, Wisconsin USA

Note:  Register early to save on course fees. Group rates available.

Presented in partnership with ITW Pillar Technologies, this one-day workshop is designed to provide you with a basic and intermediate understanding of surface energy, why it is important, and how corona and plasma surface modification technologies can offer solutions to surface wettability and adhesion.

You will be trained to understand the fundamentals of corona and plasma treatment, and what treatment system adjustments can be made to improve surface treatment and adhesion outcomes. The course combines formal classroom training with the opportunity to gain practical skills with hands-on experiences within a fully-equipped on-site pilot line at ITW Pillar Technologies.

Learning Outcomes
By attending this one-day course, you will gain the skills to:

• Understand different surface treatment system designs.
• Make informed determinations and recommendations of proper surface treatment systems, or alterations of existing systems, to improve surface treatment outcomes.
• Calculate and use watt density to positively influence surface treatment results.
• Recognize how to measure surface tension, and the factors that affect wettability and adhesion.
• Identify and apply trouble-shooting techniques and preventative  maintenance best practices to improve operating uptime.
• Understand the capabilities, specifications, and chemical functionalization effects provided by atmospheric plasma technologies.
• Improve substrate conditioning to optimize surface treatment results.

Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:

• Process Engineers working in Flexible Packaging Converting Operations
• Supervisors working in Flexible Packaging Converting Operations
• Printing/Coating/Lamination Operators working in Film Extrusion Segments
• Maintenance Managers working in Nonwovens and Textile Finishing Segments
• Superintendents and Technical Assistants working in Paper and Foil Converting Segments

Education prerequisites are not required to benefit from this course, although participants would find it helpful to have some exposure to surface treatment technologies and terminology.

TAPPI will award Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for the completion of this course content.  TAPPI is an Accredited Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). In obtaining accreditation, TAPPI demonstrates its compliance with the ANSI/IACET Standard, which is recognized internationally as a standard of good practice.

Founded in 1966, ITW Pillar Technologies is recognized worldwide as a global manufacturer of surface treatment systems. OEM's and end-users in the industries of plastic film extrusion, coating, laminating, and printing have relied on ITW Pillar's surface treatment equipment to provide long term high quality surface treatment results of increased wettability, long term adhesion, and/or specialty surface modifications onto most all plastic film and paper.

ITW Pillar Technologies leads the market in new surface treater technology. Known for originating "Universal" Corona Treating, Pillar has also been the first to introduce a number of surface treatment innovations to the industry. ITW Pillar was the first to introduce epoxy covered treater rolls, ozone destruct systems and solid-state power supplies. The company also piloted the first U.S. manufactured split box treater station, introduced "Universal" corona treating to the industry, and was the first to introduce a unitized narrow web power supply/station combination unit with removeable electrode cartridge.

Rory Wolf

Business Unit Manager, ITW Pillar Technologies

Rory Wolf is a recognized industry resource in the field of polymer surface modification. He has 30 years of experience within international positions in the plastics and packaging industries, and specific experience in polymer-based flexible packaging, polymer surface modification systems, and printing industry segments. He has published 33 technical papers, 41 industry articles, and three books on the topic of plastic surface modification by atmospheric plasma technology.

Educational Background
Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI
MBA Degree, with emphasis in Finance/Marketing

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI
BBA Degree with emphasis in Finance/Marketing

Professional Affiliations/Community Involvements
TAPPI Association, PLACE Division
Society of Plastics Engineers
Association of International Metallizers, Coaters and Laminators
The Performance Alliance(PEA) Board Member
Junior Achievement, Project Business - Volunteer
United Way of Wisconsin - Campaign Coordinator

8:00 am
Surface Energy - What is it and how is it measured and managed?

9:00 am
Corona Treatment - What is it and what does it do to a surface?

9:30 am
Plasma Treatment - What is it and what does it do to a surface?

10:00 am
Break

10:15 am
Ground Roll Coverings and Electrodes - How to specify what you need.

11:15 am
Corona or Plasma - Which technology is best for which applications and why?

12:00 pm
Lunch Break

1:00 pm
Adhesion - The Best-Kept Secrets

1:30 pm
System Troubleshooting Tactics and Preventative Maintenance Best Practices

3:00 pm
Break

3:15 pm
Course Knowledge Quiz

3:45 pm
Course Evaluation w/ Self-Assessment

4:00 pm
Adjourn

Registration Rates

Payment Policy
TAPPI requires that all registration fees are paid in full prior to the start of the course. Attendees paying by check will be registered for the course only after the payment has been received.

Cancellation Policy
If you find that you have to cancel, your full registration fee will be refunded if TAPPI's Registration Department receives written notification (fax acceptable at  +1.770.209.7206) by April 23, 2018.  Please note:  A 50 percent refund can be issued for all written cancellations made after April 23, 2018, but no later than five (5) business days prior to the start of the course, which is May 16, 2018.  Understandably, after May 16, 2018, no refunds can be issued. Substitutions, however, will be accepted any time without a penalty.
          
Refund Policy
100% - Cancellation received by April 23, 2018.
50% -  Cancellations received after April 23, 2018 and no later than May 16, 2018.
NO REFUND- Cancellations received after May 16, 2018. 

The Corona and Atmospheric Plasma 101 Course will be held
Wednesday, October 10, 2018.

Training Venue

475 East Industrial Drive
Hartland, Wisconsin 53029

Lodging Options Near the Training Venue

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Delafield 
3030 Golf Road
Delafield, Wisconsin 53018
Phone:(262) 646-7077

The Delafield Hotel
415 Genesee Street, 
Delafield, WI 53018
Phone:(262) 646-1600

Hilton Garden Inn
1443 Pabst Farms Circle
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
Phone:(262) 200-2222

Earn discounts on these select publications during your course registration. Pick-up on-site and save on shipping!

Please note: The clickable title links are provided so that you can get more information about each selection, but be sure to order your publications during the registration process to receive the discounted price.

NEW!!  Extrusion Coating Manual, Fifth Edition
Item Code:  0101R345
http://imisrise.tappi.org/TAPPI/Products/01/R/0101R345.aspx
Conference price: $143
List price: $247

NEW!  Extrusion Coating Manual, Fifth Edition - Electronic   
Item Code:  0102R345EL
Conference price: $143
List price: $247

The Ultimate Roll and Web Defect Troubleshooting Guide - E-BOOK
Item Code:  0101RWELECT
Conference price: $119
List Price: $240

The Ultimate Roll and Web Defect Troubleshooting Guide - PRINT
Item Code:  0101R335
Conference price: $119
List Price: 240

Or, purchase both the E-BOOK and PRINT as one bundle:

The Ultimate Roll and Web Defect Troubleshooting Guide - (E-BOOK and PRINT)
Item Code:  0101RWELECTBUN
Conference price: $179
List Price: $299


Winding Machines: Mechanics and Measurements
Item Code:  0102B068
Conference price: $130
List Price:  $229

Film Extrusion Manual, Second Edition
Item Code:  0101R313
Conference price: $122
List Price:  $205

Corrugated Adhesives Preparation, Fifth Edition
Item Code:  0101R301
Conference price:  $75
List Price:  $150

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