April 11-12, 2001:
"Advanced Injection Molding Troubleshooting & Simulation Seminar"

Instructor: Torsten Kruse, Vice President of Technology Paulson Training Programs Inc.

This seminar is the most in-depth course available in the injection molding. Attendees will use SimTech™ 2001, Paulson's new injection molding machine simulator to solve a variety of molding problems just as they would occur on the production floor. Attendees select the type of part and material, change runner, gate and part dimensions then make any control changes that are available on the standard injection molding machine. To assist in the analysis, important information such as actual fill time, melt temperature, cavity pressure and actual pressure graphics are available. Each student proceeds at his or her own pace. Instructors are always available to answer questions and assist. Recommended for: Molders with three or more years of shop floor experience. Also requires knowledge of the processing behavior of several different materials.

Attendees who successfully complete the course will receive an achievement certificate from Paulson.

April 11-12, 2001:
"Plastics Extrusion: Analysis, Design & Troubleshooting"

Instructor: John Perdikoulias, Vice President Compuplast International Inc.

This seminar will show attendees how to analyze, design and troubleshoot all extrusion processes through a better understanding of the behavior of the polymer within the equipment. Attendees will learn: The reasons for the most common extrusion problems and how to avoid them. How to evaluate or design screws and dies for mono and coextrusion -- from blown film to profiles. How to compare and select materials to minimize problems.

Attendees will qualify for a special trial version of Compuplast's new "Flow 2000 RheoCalculator" software to help them apply the knowledge gained in the seminar in their own job.