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SUMMARY:PCE Plastics Recycling Symposium 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Path to Getting Plastics Out of the Waste Stream\nGetting manufacturing partners\, scientists\, government officials and academicians together to discuss the transformation of plastic waste.\nPlastics Recycling – From Collection to Reuse\nOn April 29-30\, 2025\, The Polymers Center in Charlotte is holding a conference on plastics sustainability\, from collection to reclaimed pellet\, focused on providing the latest technology to accomplish that goal. At the conference\, we also will address the threat of micro/nano plastics and the evolving methods with which to identify them\, then counter them.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nThis is a topic of concern nationally\, and dealing with this issue is complex. The goal of this seminar is to get all stakeholders in the same room\, to hash out the problems\, and find potential solutions for plastics.\n \nWe will dive into: \n\n\nSortation technology\nMechanical and chemical recycling\nEnvironmental aspects\nMicro/nano plastics\nEconomic and political aspects\nLatest in technology\n\n\nThe consequences of micro/nano plastics on land\, ocean\, and air\, is just now beginning to be understood and does not seem to be on the radar of many leaders in the industry and government.\n \nWe invite you to be a participant in this very important conversation. $500 for both days. Contact Daeng Hawkins to learn more\, dhawkins@polymers-center.org or 704.602.4100.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nMORE INFORMATION
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/pce-plastics-recycling-symposium-2025/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T140000
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SUMMARY:The Polymers Center - Open House
DESCRIPTION:About Our Open House\nPlease join us in celebrating the completion of our new expansion\, and much more.  \nWe 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. \nThe SPE Business Showcase begins at 2 p.m. The Open House celebration begins at 5 p.m. All festivities end at 7 p.m. \nDinner will be provided at The Polymers Center\, University Research Park\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC 28262.  \nDuring our Open House\, you can visit with old friends\, tour our facility and have a delicious dinner. \nYou will learn about the many things going on at The Polymers Center\, including: \n– A ribbon cutting for our new Leistritz Break Room\n– An introduction to The Joe Bennett Leadership Award\n– A short presentation about The Senior Design Project at UNCC\n– A brief history of The Polymers Center\n– A little bit about our new building by the builder\n– A mention of the Polymers Foundation goals and a quick update on our partners\n– And much more\, not to mention the SPE Business Showcase that precedes our Open House. \nPlease contact Daeng at 704.602.4100 or dhawkins@polymers-center.org to RSVP for the Open House and dinner. \nWe look forward to seeing everyone at The Polymers Center on Tuesday\, February 11\, 2025!\n  \nMORE INFORMATION
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/the-polymers-center-open-house/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plant Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T113000
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SUMMARY:Industry Extension Services: Cyber Awareness Month Lunch & Learn – Charlotte\, NC
DESCRIPTION: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 will discuss the current threats\, how to create a culture of cybersecurity\, and some basic defense tactics you can implement today.\n \nCost: $20 includes lunch.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nLunch & Learn Agenda\n\n\n\n11:30 a.m.\nIntroductions: Phil Mintz Director of NC State University Industry Extension Services\n\n\n11:40 a.m.- Noon\nTop cyber threats to manufacturers and benefit of cyber investment- people\, policy\, procedure presentation by Brian Vigna\, Cybersecurity Awareness Expert\, Industry Extension Services\n\n\nNoon-12:15 p.m.\nIdentity and account protection\, web and email security presentation by Richard Hayes\, Sr. Engineer Cybersecurity\, Infranet Technologies\n\n\n12:15-12:30 p.m.\nTabletop exercises\, Myriam Batista\, Chief Information and Compliance Officer\, Reef Systems\n\n\n12:30-1 p.m.\nNetworking and Lunch\n\n\n1-1:30 p.m.\nTour of Polymers Center\n\n\n\n  \nPresenters\nBrian Vigna\nInstructional Designer and Security Awareness Training Specialist\, NC State University Industry Extension Services\nEmail: brian_vigna@ncsu.edu  |  Phone: 904.742.2225\nBrian is an instructional designer in the professional learning and instructional design unit for NC State Univeristy Industry Extension Services (IES). plus he manages all cyber security-related projects. Brian has been an adult educator\, trainer and instructional designer for over ten years. Brian has taught a variety of certification and professional development courses at the collegiate level and in collaboration with the United States government. Brian is certified in CISSP\, Comp TIA Security+\, Comp TIA A+\, Comp TIA Network+\, Comp TIA Cloud Essentials and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) -Registered Practitioner. He is a Microsoft Certified Professional\, AWS Solutions Architect and an AWS Cloud Practitioner. Brian is also currently pursuing a M.S. in education from NC State University.\n  \nRichard Hayes\nSenior Engineer in Cybersecurity\, Infranet Technologies Group\nWith over eight years of dedicated experience in IT security and technology solutions\, Richard serves as a Senior Engineer in Cybersecurity at Infranet Technologies Group\, based in Wilmington\, North Carolina. In this role\, Richard excels in identifying and implementing tailored IT security solutions and technology enhancements that boost business efficiency across diverse sectors. \nSince joining Infranet Technologies in January 2016\, Richard has been instrumental in crafting and deploying comprehensive security strategies that address a broad spectrum of client needs. Prior to this\, Richard worked as a Tier 3 Support Engineer\, where he provided expert support in various applications\, operating systems\, virtualization\, and networking technologies. This role involved managing and executing infrastructure projects spanning network\, server\, virtualization\, and Active Directory environments\, supporting clients in healthcare\, construction\, manufacturing\, SLED\, and retail industries.Richard holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology with a concentration in Information and Computer Technology from East Carolina University\, where he graduated with a 4.0 GPA. \nCertified across multiple disciplines\, Richard possesses a robust portfolio of credentials\, including CompTIA CySA+\, Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security)\, and VMware Certified Professional 6 – Data Center Virtualization. These certifications underpin his expertise in network security\, system administration\, and virtualization\, equipping him to handle complex security and technology challenges.\n  \nMyriam Batista\nChief Information and Compliance Officer\, Reef Systems\nMyriam is the Chief Information and Compliance officer at Reef Systems\, which is headquartered in Cary\, North Carolina. She works with companies to understand their security posture and help them comply with Federal Government requirements and commercial frameworks such as NIST SP 800-171\, NIST SP 800-53\, ISO 27001\, and CMMC. Myriam has over 20 years of experience leading the implementation of cybersecurity and technology solutions in support of commercial customers\, educational institutions\, and government agencies\, as well as expertise in conducting independent assessments and audits. Myriam’s credentials include Project Management Professional (PMP)\, Certified CMMC Assessor\, CMMC Provisional Instructor\, ISO Lead Auditor and Cloud Security Alliance CCSK Authorized Instructor.\n \nFor questions please contact:\nJennifer Fielder (704.380.0063)\nJDFielde@NCSU.edu\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/industry-expansion-solutions-cyber-awareness-month-lunch-learn-charlotte-nc/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240920
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SUMMARY:Extrusion Processing Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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.\n  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n\n 
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/extrusion-processing-workshop/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240919
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UID:28044-1726531200-1726703999@ncmep.org
SUMMARY:Extrusion Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION: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 of the extrusion process.\n  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n\n 
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/extrusion-fundamentals/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240914
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SUMMARY:Paulson ProMolder III
DESCRIPTION: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 teaches molding from the “plastic’s point of view” as running a series of machine capability tests is only a beginning step in becoming a molding expert. If you are a user of Scientific Molding techniques ProMolder 3 will take you to the next level in truly understanding molding from a scientific perspective. All Paulson seminars and courseware are vendor neutral.\n  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n\n \nProMolder 3 will teach you the “why” behind injection molding. Featuring 20+ hours of machine and simulator time\, ProMolder 3 will make you an expert molder. Cycle optimization and advanced problem solving skills require knowledge and the practice. ProMolder 3 provides plenty of both. The skills you acquire will allow you to confidently make production floor decisions that decrease downtime and increase productivity.\n  \nCourse Objectives:\n\n\nA review of ProMolder 2 preparatory\, simulator and molding machine operations\nAdvanced\, four plastic variables analysis of part properties and the machine solutions\nSetting machine controls for start-up and optimizing cycle times and the reasons for each\nObtain practical hands-on application experience in machine settings\nMolding machine start-up\, operation and problem solving using both SimTech and actual molding machines\nEstablishing UCL and LCL and trend analysis\nComplete descriptions and pricing for Paulson courses are provided by Paulson Training Programs. Registration for this course must be completed through Paulson Training Programs.
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/paulson-promolder-iii/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240817
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CREATED:20240708T185623Z
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SUMMARY:Paulson ProMolder II
DESCRIPTION:Paulson ProMolder™ 2 is a 5 day classroom and hands-on injection molding seminar. ProMolder 2 is taught in 2 modules:\n \nModule 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 common injection molded part defects\, their causes and solutions. The seminar explores not just A solution\, but challenges you to find the best solution (attendees may bring molded part examples from their plants for analysis).\n  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n\n \nModule 2 is hands-on injection molding practice using SimTech\, the Paulson injection molding simulator to provide each student hands-on practice in setting and observing the effects of each machine control on the plastic and the molded parts and problem-solving. This is followed by a molding laboratory on an actual machine to demonstrate the concepts and principles taught over the previous 4 days.\n \nComplete descriptions and pricing for Paulson courses are provided by Paulson Training Programs. Registration for this course must be completed through Paulson Training Programs.
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/paulson-promolder-ii/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240719
DTSTAMP:20260607T081151
CREATED:20240708T183907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T184036Z
UID:28030-1721260800-1721347199@ncmep.org
SUMMARY:Injection Molding Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION: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 products.\n  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/injection-molding-fundamentals/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T163000
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CREATED:20231018T164317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T164713Z
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SUMMARY:CPM Twin Screw Compounding Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Course Prerequisite: None\n \nThis 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 goal of this workshop is to explain how twin-screw extruders create properties.\n  \nDOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM\n  \nSUBMIT REGISTRATION FORM\n \nInteractions between screw design\, raw materials\, and process parameters are presented in such a way that both experienced users and novices will benefit. Common unit operations are explained in practical terms with no prior knowledge or experience required. Upon completion of the training\, participants will return to the workplace armed with techniques to improve quality\, production rate and yield.\n \nParticipants will conduct hands-on compounding experiments using a Theysohn TSK 20 with split-barrel capability. The hands-on portion of this workshop is designed to be an interactive experience rather than a demonstration for spectators. Workshop participants will be introduced to experimental design as a method to identify optimum compounding conditions.\n \n(10% discount for three or more attending from the same company.)\n \nTo register please complete and email your registration form to Beverly Jarrell below.\n  \nDress Code\nBusiness casual\nPolo or button down shirt\nLong pants\nClosed toe shoes\, no heels\n  \nLab Etiquette\nNo drinks\, food or gum\nNo tobacco or vaping devices\nSafety glasses must be worn\n  \nDOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM\n  \nSUBMIT REGISTRATION FORM
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/cpm-twin-screw-compounding-workshop/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231117
DTSTAMP:20260607T081151
CREATED:20231018T144428Z
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SUMMARY:Paulson ProEx Blow Molding Course
DESCRIPTION:Description\nProEx 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. \nProEx Blow Molding offers Certification on Day 3. Three levels of Certification are awarded based on final scores – Gold level\, Silver level and a Certificate of Achievement. Paulson Certification is the recognized standard in the plastics industry.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nCourse Objectives\n\nThe Blow Molding Process and Equipment\nPlastic Behavior\nExtrusion Blow Molding Operating Controls\nOperating Procedures – Start-Up\, Operation & Shutdown\nPart Quality and Problem Solving\nParison Programming\nNew! Content added for Package & Industrial Extrusion Blow Molding\n\n \nThere will also be time allotted for team discussion\, problem solving\, and one-on-one with the instructor.\n \nComplete descriptions and pricing for Paulson courses are provided by Paulson. Registration for this course must be completed through Paulson Training Programs.\n  \nDress Code\nBusiness casual\nPolo or button down shirt\nLong pants\nClosed toe shoes\, no heels\n  \nLab Etiquette\nNo drinks\, food or gum\nNo tobacco or vaping devices\nSafety glasses must be worn\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/paulson-proex-blow-molding-course/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T081151
CREATED:20231017T171544Z
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SUMMARY:ThermoFisher Event - Polymer Analysis Training Courses
DESCRIPTION: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!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nThe Polymers Center Offers Two New Courses\nWednesday\, November 1\nIntroduction to Polymer Melt Rheology\n \nWhen studying polymers\, analytical techniques like rheology and FTIR spectroscopy can deliver specific and detailed information otherwise unavailable. These analyses can help with the identification\, quality control\, or real-world applications of polymers in fields as diverse as automotive lubricants\, military armor\, and pharmaceutical development. \nNew training courses offer the opportunity to learn about theoretical and practical aspects of polymer analysis and provide hands-on experience in FTIR spectrometers and rheometer instrumentation operation. As a result\, you can learn how to properly conduct measurements and interpret your collected data to identify materials and solve real-world problems accurately.\n \n\n \nInstructors for the above course: \n\n \nFabian Meyer studied chemistry at the University of Hamburg\, Germany and completed his doctorate at the Institute of Technical and Macromolecular Chemistry in 2008. His dissertation focused on the comparison of rheo-optical and rheo-mechanical material functions of diluted biopolymer solutions. From 2009 to 2013\, Fabian was the Rheology Applications Specialist for North America at Thermo Scientific in Tewksbury\, MA. In 2013\, he became part of the applications support team at the Material Characterization headquarters in Karlsruhe\, Germany. Fabian has been leading the team since 2018. \n\n\n \nYiro Shimabukuro is the Polymer Science Lab Manager at the Polymers Center (PCE). He oversees the daily operations as well as designing testing protocol for customers looking for new product development\, failure analysis\, quality control\, etc.\, using physical\, thermal\, spectral\, and rheological instrumentation. He currently holds interest in using rheometry for uncovering structure-property relationships in materials as well as for molding/extrusion simulations.\n \n \n  \n\n\n  \nThursday\, November 2\nIntroduction to Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) for Polymer Analysis\n \nDiscover the fundamentals of polymer melt rheology\, detailing both theoretical and practical concepts. The course includes classroom presentations and hands-on operation of rheometer instrumentation. Attendees will learn how to conduct rheological measurements and properly interpret measured data correctly.\n \n\n \nInstructor for the above course: \n\n \nMatt Bartucci is currently a Senior Application Scientist for the Nicolet FTIR product line at Thermo Fisher Scientific\, and currently works out of the Bannockburn Center of Excellence demo laboratory outside of Chicago\, IL. Matt earned his B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Iowa in 2008 and his Ph.D. from Loyola University Chicago in 2013. His graduate research focused characterizing organic monolayer surface coatings via grazing angle FTIR (i.e. PM-IRRAS) to confirm the molecular assembly with applications towards future electronic devices. After graduate school\, Matt’s postdoctoral research for the Army Research Labs focused on generating novel polymers in armor composites that could perform in extreme military environments. Today he will be discussing how FTIR can be used as quality control tool to generate product confidence in the polymer industry. \n\n\n\n\n  \nContact Us\nUniversity Research Park\n8900 Research Drive\nCharlotte\, NC 28262\n704.602.4100\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/thermofisher-event-polymer-analysis-training-courses/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTSTAMP:20260607T081151
CREATED:20231016T190606Z
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SUMMARY:Paulson ProEx 1 Extrusion Course
DESCRIPTION: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 the fundamental principles of extrusion or wants a scientific background on the extrusion process. There are no pre-requisites for this class and it will cover the following topics with a written test at the end for certification.\n  \nCALL 704.602.4100 TO REGISTER\n  \nCourse Objectives\n\nThe Single Screw Extruder: Parts and Operation\nThe Structure of Plastic Raw Materials\nThe Characteristics of Plastics for Extrusion\nEffects of Pressure\, Temperature and Flow\nOptimizing Extruder Controls\nSafety\, Pre-Start and Start-Up Procedures\nSteady-State Operation\, Shutdown and Maintenance Procedures\nSingle Screw Extruder Troubleshooting\nPlant Management Topics\nTwin Screw and Sheet Extrusion Review\n\nEach day there is time set aside for team discussion\, problem solving and one-on-one with the instructor. Complete descriptions and pricing for Paulson courses are provided by Paulson. Registration for this course must be completed through Paulson Training Programs.\n  \nDress Code\nBusiness casual\nPolo or button down shirt\nLong pants\nClosed toe shoes\, no heels\n  \nLab Etiquette\nNo drinks\, food or gum\nNo tobacco or vaping devices\nSafety glasses must be worn\n  \nCALL 704.602.4100 TO REGISTER\n 
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/paulson-proex-1-extrusion-course/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T081151
CREATED:20230901T120345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T121553Z
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SUMMARY:How to Optimize Injection Mold Cooling Course
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Amanda Nicholson\, Erik Foltz\, Brian Pruitt\nCourse Prerequisite: None\n  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND \n\n  \nCourse Description:\nThe 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.    \nPresentation 1:\nHow your Cooling Line Layout and Mold Design is Influencing your Part Cost and Part Performance Cycle time optimization is often one of the main objectives when designing and constructing the mold. However\, the majority of a molding cycle is often dictated by the cooling time. Therefore\, it is strange that in the mold design process the integration and design of the cooling line layout and high conductivity inserts is often left toward the end of the design process where the design envelope has been drastically reduced. It is also commonly believed that the placement of the cooling lines is the only driver for properly cooling the part\, and its design only influences the manufacturability of the part. This presentation will highlight the importance of all aspects of the mold cooling design on molding efficiency\, and will also highlight how decisions on this design aspect of your mold actually influences the end performance of your plastic part. These points will be illustrated through practical engineering calculations\, and validated through case studies.  \nPresentation 2:\nCooling Analysis Strategies to Optimize Your Mold Design Using Injection Molding Simulation As an industry\, injection molding places a great deal of importance on achieving fast cycle times without sacrificing part quality. Projects can be won or lost based on how accurate an assessment can be given for how long it will take to make a quality part. While traditionally molders have focused on using back of the envelope calculations or previous experience\, many have now turned to injection molding simulation to help provide more accurate cycle times. This presentation will highlight\, through case studies\, how injection molding simulation can be integrated into any part of the product or mold design process to help optimize the part quality\, reduce cycle time\, and ensure dimensional stability without requiring longer lead times. \nPresentation 3:\nBenefits of Using High Temperature Pressurized Water for Mold Temperature Control This presentation will show how High Temperature Pressurized Water can be used as an alternative and better solution to other traditional methods of achieving higher mold temperatures.  You will learn different methods of achieving higher temperatures with water along with the advantages and disadvantages of each.  By the end of the presentation\, you will know what is needed before introducing High Temperature Water Units into your facility and process. Other topics will include other technologies available in Temperature Control.   \n\nBy the end of the half-day seminar\, you will learn: \n\nHow cooling line layout influences part quality.\nHow cycle time is affected by the efficiency of a mold’s cooling system.\nHow injection molding simulation can be used during any stage of the part or mold design process to optimize part quality\, cycle time\, and dimensional stability of a part.\n\n\n \nHow high temperature pressurized water can be used to achieve high mold temperatures\, which are needed to process high-performance engineering resins. \nTo get the most out of the event\, schedule a meeting time with Erik and Amanda the morning of September 20\, or the morning of September 21\, to discuss your problematic parts and ask questions on maximizing part quality\, optimizing cycle time\, and reducing part warpage. \nThis is the second of three free\, half-day seminars that will be offered by The Madison Group at the Polymers Center in 2023.  The final event will be a Failure Analysis Seminar on November 8. We hope to see you there!\n  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/how-to-optimize-injection-mold-cooling-course/
LOCATION:The Polymers Center\, 8900 Research Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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