Note that this course is also offered in-person in Brussels. For more info, visit this page
We are happy to offer an online version of our well-renowned Nonwovens Intermediate Training Courses
If you are asking yourself questions such as:
"What is the difference between spunlaid and spunlace?"
"Is drylaid the same as carding?"
"Where can I get a simple and clear explanation of the various technologies?"
"Which materials can be used to manufacture sustainable nonwovens?"
then you should consider taking this extensive course.
This course offers:
The sessions are designed to strengthen the understanding and the technical knowledge of any professional involved in the nonwovens industry, either as a producer, supplier or converter.
"Hi, I am Marines, Scientific & Technical Director at EDANA and your tutor for this course. I'll be more than happy to welcome you. I have at heart to make this experience enjoyable and instructive. You will be encouraged to participate and interact. It is also a good chance for you to make contacts with other players in the nonwoven industry."
Did you know that you can also take the course in Brussels? Check it out
Marines Lagemaat is the Scientific and Technical Affairs Director for EDANA, the international Association representing the nonwoven and related industries, a position he has held since September 2014.
Based in Brussels, Marines is responsible for managing the internal and external activities related to scientific and technical affairs in order to support the nonwoven industry, in all its applications: personal and household hygiene, medical protection, filtration, automotive, and construction. In this role he’s involved in the development and implementation of standards and their related test methods that serve as a reference for the industry and for fair trade. In addition, Marines manages various training and education programmes designed to provide technical and application-oriented support. Marines is of Dutch nationality.
Olivier holds a Master’s degree in Material Sciences and started his career as R&D Project Manager & Process Engineer at Rieter / Andritz Perfojet in Grenoble, France. Amongst his responsibilities were the management of the Spunlaid & Meltblown Technical Center, and the start-up and optimisation of industrial lines worldwide. Olivier also was R&D Project Manager for hydroentanglement.
After 10 years, Olivier became Consultant Nonwoven Process Expert at RH Solutions, now supervising the start-up of new spunbond and spunlace lines and bringing his support for production in US, Europe, Asia. Olivier also supervises R&D projects of new applications in nonwovens and brings his process expertise on various process issues on spunbond and spunlace lines.
On top of his technical activities, he is offering training and sales support to the nonwovens industry.
Fees include comprehensive delegate notes, samples, Q&A sessions, visit of pilot lines in Lille when the sanitary crisis will have abated
Note this offer replaces the physical Intermediate Nonwoven Training course as long as the COVID-19 situation makes it difficult to travel to Brussels. Participants to the online training course will have the opportunity to see all manufacturing technologies by visiting CETI’s facilities at a later date when the sanitary crisis will have abated.
Both technical and marketing persons will benefit from attending this course. As they are likely to be involved with producers, suppliers, converters and retailers within the industry.
The course language is English.
A certificate of participation is available on request.
Previous participants are strong advocates for this course:
"I now understand the whole production processes. My expectation was to have an overview about the methods to make nonwoven and it was the case. Plus, it was presented in a good way"
"I have a better knowledge about nonwoven opportunities for my business"
"As a newcomer to the nonwoven business, I now have a clear understanding of the different production processes. It is a real added value to my job as I'm in contact with nonwoven suppliers."
"The course helped me to strengthen my knowledge, as I have no background in nonwovens or textile. I have learned a lot."