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Nonwovens Fundamentals

Master the entire nonwovens value chain through the official Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA) e-learning programme co-developed by EDANA and INDA

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Designed for modern technical, commercial, and operational teams, the Nonwovens Fundamentals e-learning bundle delivers an end-to-end understanding of engineered fabrics. Across five self-paced, highly interactive modules, learners advance from global market mechanics to the microscopic science of raw materials, web formation, bonding mechanisms, and technical surface finishings.

The content was co-built by EDANA and INDA, giving you the very best in expertise and relevance to ensure you get world-class content that directly connects to your success.

4h5m of 100% online self-paced e-learning designed for cross-functional onboarding, early-career engineers, technical sales, procurement, and operations roles; compatible with desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.

Full bundle

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Total time: 4h5m

Price 450€ / 575€ excl. VAT Member / Non-Member

Why choose the complete bundle?

While each module can be purchased individually to target specific technical gaps or trial the platform, the full Nonwovens Fundamentals bundle delivers the highest educational and commercial return on investment.

The nonwovens sector is an integrated $60 billion global industry. A defect or cost inefficiency on the production line often traces back to resin selection, fiber morphology, or web consolidation parameters. Taking isolated courses provides narrow domain insight; completing the full sequence establishes a complete 360-degree operational literacy.

Unified understanding

Connect macro-level economic drivers directly to machine-level parameter controls and downstream performance requirements.

Maximum cost efficiency

Access all five accredited modules at a significantly discounted bundled rate compared to single-seat purchases.

Fast track to productivity

Equip cross-functional recruits with a standardised baseline in just over four hours, eliminating weeks or months of fragmented internal onboarding.

Built for scalable enterprise training

Modern organisations face constrained travel budgets, distributed workforces, and fast-moving production schedules. This e-learning series eliminates geographical and operational barriers to provide measurable, high-impact instruction that is available at any time and from any time zone.

No downtime, no travel overhead

Employees learn at their own pace, whenever and wherever their schedules permit—eliminating travel costs and production floor disruptions.

Consistency across dispersed teams

Guarantee that commercial, procurement, regulatory, and engineering teams operate with identical terminology, wherever they are based

Measurable ROI

Enterprise LMS integration and B2B administrative reporting allow HR and learning managers to track employee progress, completion rates, and knowledge retention in real time.

Inclusive and accessible

Built to meet global accessibility requirements (WCAG-compliant) and written in clear, concise English with audio narration to support non-native speakers worldwide.

What are the modules in Nonwovens Fundamentals?

Module 1: Introduction to the Nonwoven Landscape

Seat Time: 22 minutes

Focus: Macro-industry orientation, market segmentation, and operational taxonomy.

Overview: Discover how nonwovens evolved from simple disposables into high-performance engineered materials that underpin a $60 billion global industry. By mastering structural distinctions and end-to-life vocabulary, you will gain the technical fluency needed to navigate the entire nonwoven value chain with confidence. This course equips you with a macro-level understanding of the market drivers and segments that dictate success in today's circular economy.

Price 60€ / 80€ excl. VAT Member / Non-Member

Module 2: Nonwoven Raw Materials

Seat Time: 67 minutes

Focus: Polymer chemistry, natural and synthetic fibers, and performance properties.

Overview: Navigate the complex spectrum of nonwoven inputs—from natural and regenerated fibers to high-performance synthetics and biopolymers—to master the industry's fundamental building blocks. Dissect the science behind fiber morphology, extrusion processes, and spin finishes to understand how microscopic variances dictate macroscopic performance like tensile strength and liquid absorption. This knowledge empowers you to evaluate material selections that optimize cost, sustainability, and technical functionality.

Price 125€ / 160€ excl. VAT Member / Non-Member

Module 3: Nonwoven Web Formation Processes

Seat Time: 50 minutes

Focus: Drylaid, wetlaid, and spunlaid manufacturing physics and machinery.

Overview: Explore the engineering principles behind the industry’s three core formation technologies—drylaid, wetlaid, and spunlaid—and examine how they transform raw inputs into structured webs. Learn how mechanical, hydraulic, and aerodynamic forces are manipulated during production to dictate the physical architecture and directionality (MD/CD ratios) of the fabric. Map specific manufacturing processes directly to critical performance metrics.

Price 125€ / 160€ excl. VAT Member / Non-Member

Module 4: Nonwoven Web Bonding

Seat Time: 56 minutes

Focus: Mechanical, thermal, and chemical consolidation mechanisms.

Overview: Mastering web bonding is the bridge between a fragile collection of fibers and a high-performance, durable fabric. Decode the engineering behind the three primary bonding routes—mechanical (needlepunching, hydroentangling), thermal (calendering, through-air, ultrasonic), and chemical (saturation, spray, print). Understand how consolidation creates everything from cloud-like diaper cores to impermeable medical barriers, enabling you to strategically match technologies to end-user specifications.

Price 125€ / 160€ excl. VAT Member / Non-Member

Module 5: Nonwoven Finishings

Seat Time: 50 minutes

Focus: Chemical functionalisation, mechanical modification, and converting formats.

Overview: Examine the strategic positioning, functional and aesthetic modifications, and format engineering required to transform raw bonded webs into high-value technical substrates. Explore how to optimise absorbency, filtration, flame retardancy, and drape, and appearance—as well as the operational trade-offs those choices always imply. Bridge the gap between base fabric roll goods and the rigorous specifications of global brands in hygiene, medical, and more.

Price 125€ / 160€ excl. VAT Member / Non-Member

Purchasing options: bundle vs. individual modules

Full bundle

Individual modules

Covers the comprehensive 360° value-chain

Targets specific technical upskilling

Best value (bundle discount)

Lowest investment for isolated gaps

90-day access to each course (one after the other)

90-day access from purchase

Volume licensing discounts available

Standard list pricing

Frequently Asked Questions

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How long do I have access to my e-learning?

For the full Nonwovens Fundamentals bundle, your access is 90 days for each course, one after the other; it means you have 90 days to complete the first module, and as soon as you complete it, your 90-day access to the second module begins (and so on). If you purchase modules individually, your 90-day access starts from the date of purchase; it means that if you buy several modules individually, your access to all of them expires 90 days later.

Secure your team's technical foundation

Equip your workforce with the industry-standard knowledge needed to navigate global supply chain challenges, drive material innovation, and communicate with authority. Need to train a cohort of 5 or more employees? Want to request volume pricing or LMS integration?

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