• PCE Plastics Recycling Symposium 2025

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    The Path to Getting Plastics Out of the Waste Stream Getting manufacturing partners, scientists, government officials and academicians together to discuss the transformation of plastic waste. Plastics Recycling - From Collection to Reuse On April 29-30, 2025, The Polymers Center in Charlotte is holding a conference on plastics sustainability, from collection to reclaimed pellet, focused […]

    $500
  • The Polymers Center – Open House

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    About Our Open House Please join us in celebrating the completion of our new expansion, and much more. We have combined two amazing events – The Polymers Center Open House with The SPE Carolinas Polymer Business Showcase. Mark your calendars to attend this dual event. You don't want to miss either of them. The SPE […]

    Free
  • Industry Extension Services: Cyber Awareness Month Lunch & Learn – Charlotte, NC

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Manufacturers are a key part of the North Carolina economy and should be aware of the growing threat of cyber-attacks. A single cyber breach can cause loss of confidential data, disruption of production, revenue loss, impact of up and downstream partners, and even put a company out of business. In this lunch & learn we […]

    $20
  • Extrusion Processing Workshop

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    This course involves the students in hands-on troubleshooting of common problems in the plastics extrusion process. It is designed for operators, technicians, process engineers, and maintenance personnel. The course is intended to give the student the information necessary to effectively operate and troubleshoot the extrusion process.   REGISTER TO ATTEND  

    $625
  • Extrusion Fundamentals

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    An introduction to the process of plastics extrusion. This course is designed for operators, technicians, process engineers, quality auditors and supervisors. It covers the basics of polymer structure, extrusion equipment design and function, line operation and common extrusion problems. It’s intended to give the students the information necessary to effectively operate and improve the performance […]

    $925
  • Paulson ProMolder III

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Paulson’s most advanced injection molding course. Through intensive machine time and use of our unique injection molding simulator SimTech™, ProMolder 3 is the most thorough and technically accurate training available in the industry. Based on the science of injection molding, Paulson’s focus is on the four basic variables as they interact with machine controls. Paulson […]

    $3195
  • Paulson ProMolder II

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Paulson ProMolder™ 2 is a 5 day classroom and hands-on injection molding seminar. ProMolder 2 is taught in 2 modules:   Module 1 explains the plastics used in injection molding, their properties and behavior, how these affect part quality, the scientific basis and the technology of molding. This is followed by a detailed analysis of […]

    $2395
  • Injection Molding Fundamentals

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    This course is an introduction to the process of plastics injection molding and is designed for operators, technicians, process engineers, quality auditors, supervisors, and maintenance personnel. This course covers fundamental aspects of the injection molding industry, how these processes flow through the plant, and is intended to give students the information necessary to understand molded […]

    $625
  • CPM Twin Screw Compounding Workshop

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Course Prerequisite: None   This three-day workshop focuses on the application of intermeshing co-rotating extruders in compounding applications. Training is directed towards machine operators, process engineers, and supervisors as well as product development scientists in both research and manufacturing environments. Participants are reminded that the goal of compounding is to produce properties, not pellets. The […]

    $1,450
  • Paulson ProEx Blow Molding Course

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Description ProEx Blow Molding is for anyone who needs to understand the complete extrusion blow molding process. This course teaches the fundamentals of extrusion blow molding, including all of the knowledge that personnel must understand in order to make informed decisions on the production floor, and delivers advanced concepts using a scientific blow molding methodology. […]

    $1,695
  • ThermoFisher Event – Polymer Analysis Training Courses

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Please select the course you wish to attend. You will be taken to our Unity Lab Systems online course platform to register. Register for both courses and receive $500 off. Use coupon code 500OFF at checkout. We look forward to seeing you there!   REGISTER TO ATTEND   The Polymers Center Offers Two New Courses […]

    $750
  • Paulson ProEx 1 Extrusion Course

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    There is something in the ProEx extrusion seminar for every level of experience. Whether you are an extrusion operator or an extrusion engineer, novice or seasoned veteran, you will gain practical application and understanding with the Paulson ProEx1 extrusion principles taught in this seminar. It is an ideal class for anyone who wishes to understand […]

    $2,095
  • How to Optimize Injection Mold Cooling Course

    The Polymers Center 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States

    Instructors: Amanda Nicholson, Erik Foltz, Brian Pruitt Course Prerequisite: None   REGISTER TO ATTEND   Course Description: The goal of this free, half-day seminar is to help you optimize the cooling of your injection molds to improve part quality and reduce cycle time. The seminar will include three classroom-style presentations and a Q&A session. Presentation […]

    Free
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