Archived Events

9:00AM - 2:00PM

This introductory to intermediate-level course will help you expand your overall understanding of kraft pulp mill operations and broaden your awareness of how one part of the process affects other operations. With this knowledge, you'll be better equipped to troubleshoot quality problems and feel more confident in your interactions among process engineers and operators.

This introductory class features morning classroom sessions followed by afternoon sessions of guided exercises operating the UW-Stevens Point Fourdrinier pilot paper machine. It is designed for anyone who needs the basics, transferred from another industry, is new to operations, does maintenance, or supervises employees. Topics covered in this course included pulp and papermaking operations, with more information about papermaking processes and equipment.

The Pulp and Paper Safety Association’s (PPSA) Annual Safety & Health Conference promotes safety excellence in the forest products industry. The engaging program is designed to address the latest safety challenges, innovations, and best practices. With expert-led sessions, insightful keynotes, and interactive discussions, attendees will gain practical strategies to enhance workplace safety and health. Plus, the New Technology Showcase and Vendor Expo will unveil cutting-edge solutions and innovations. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a returning participant, the conference offers the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and exchange ideas.

9:30AM 5:00PM

Technologies and Machinery for the Production of Paper and Paperboard and for the Converting of Tissue Pape

Co-sponsored by TAPPI and NC State University Held on the campus of NC State, Department of Forest Biomaterials, Paper Science and Engineering Program, Biltmore Hall, on the corner of Western Boulevard and Dan Allen Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina