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NETInc Conference at PaperCon for nonwovens sector

06 Aug '12

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The Nonwovens Engineers and Technologists Division (NET) of TAPPI will co-locate its annual Innovative Nonwovens Conference (NETInc) next year with PaperCon 2013, April 28 - May 1, 2013 in Atlanta. The NETInc technical conference is a unique event developed by engineers and technologists to cover the latest market and technical developments and innovations in the global nonwovens industry.

"Co-location of the NETInc Conference at PaperCon 2013, the pulp and paper industry's largest event and most comprehensive technical conference, will provide attendees an expanded range of options to network and learn the latest cutting edge technical content," notes TAPPI (The leading association for the worldwide pulp, paper, packaging and converting industries) President and CEO Larry N. Montague.

"The nonwovens industry is a dynamic, rapidly growing segment of our industry that encompasses a wide range of raw materials, applications and market segments and it employs some of the most innovative technology in the industry. We're excited about the synergy provided by having these two industry leading events located in one venue."

NETInc offers peer reviewed papers, expert speakers, and exclusive networking opportunities. A comprehensive technical program covers a wide range of products, innovative technologies and topics including market trends, raw materials, fibers and processing used in an array of applications including absorbent products, medical applications, building science and many others.

TAPPI's NET Division covers the global nonwovens business and includes members and nonwovens experts from diverse markets and disciplines. It covers materials, equipment, and processes for the manufacture and use of nonwovens. The division's technical committees sponsor courses, conference sessions, roundtables, and TAPPI PRESS products as well as offer networking and problem-solving opportunities.

Association for pulp, paper, packaging and converting industries (TAPPI)