Fiber & Filament Extrusion Fundamentals

Master the Fundamental Building Blocks of Nonwoven Performance

In-Person

March 2-4, 2027

INDA/NWI Members: $2,500
Non-Members: $3,300

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Multiple registrants from the same company receive a discount.

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Presented by The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) & North Carolina State University

Overview

Offered in partnership with The Nonwovens Institute (NWI), this specialized technical course provides a deep understanding of polymer properties and their direct, measurable impact on fiber characteristics. The curriculum explores the critical variables that dictate fiber formation, structural integrity, and behavior during web consolidation. A major unique selling point is its intense focus on foundational physical characterization methodologies, enabling attendees to move beyond generic material data and accurately measure the microscopic elements that dictate downstream fabric performance.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Analyze raw polymer characteristics and understand their direct translation into specific mechanical and thermal fiber properties.
  • Apply advanced characterization techniques to evaluate critical metrics like fiber size, density, and orientation prior to web formation.
  • Link microscopic fiber variables directly to macroscopic performance requirements to optimize raw material selection for specific commercial applications.
  • De-risk production processes by ensuring the initial fiber feedstock perfectly aligns with the mechanical requirements of targeted downstream bonding technologies.

Who should attend?

This course is designed for material scientists, R&D engineers, and quality control specialists, this course bridges the gap between raw feedstock science and applied nonwovens manufacturing.

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1010 Main Campus Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606

Instructors

Mehmet Dasdemir, Ph.D.
Director of Product Development, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) »

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

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

Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D.
William A. Klopman Distinguished Chaired Professor of Materials in the College of Textiles at North Carolina State University and Executive Director Emeritus, The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) »