Basics of nonwoven technology - needling process

Goals

• You will get a brief overview of the history of needling.
• You will get to know the basics of web formation – from fiber preparation, to the individual processes and tool carriers required through to the finished, unbonded web.
• You will gain insight into the machine parameters of a needling process.
• You will gain knowledge of the different technologies used for web bonding.
• You will gain insight into the different methods of finishing of nonwovens.

Target Group

Based on our experience, this course is suitable for beginners or for specialists from the nonwovens field who are looking to refresh and expand their existing knowledge.

Prerequisites

No previous knowledge is required for this basics course. We do, however, recommend combining it with the “Textile chain” and “Fiber theory” courses, as well as “Carding technology – mechanical web formation”.

Methodology

The training is given directly on the needle punch line in our Technical Center Felting. It consists of an interactive presentation with a wide range of practical examples shown on the machine. Illustrative material, important tools and many application examples round off the training.