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FPT move to Blyry Business & Commercial Park
First Polymer Training moved to our new dedicated training centre in December 2007.
We are now located at:
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Athlone.
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National Vocational Certificates in Extrusion and Blow Moulding approved May 2007
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First Polymer Training agrees Quality Assurance procedures with FETAC

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NETWORK BOOST FOR PLASTICS INDUSTRY ON ISLAND OF IRELAND
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FPT Courses - Plastic Materials Processing & Testing

Plastic Materials, Processing & Testing

COURSE CONTENT


DAY 1

Introduction to Plastic Materials

Where plastics come from

Overview of different materials structure, properties and typical applications

Typical processing conditions and characteristics

Q&A session Polymer processing Techniques

Discussion of the various techniques available for conversion of plastic raw material to products.

Practical demonstrations of Injection Moulding, Blow Moulding and Extrusion (sheet, tube/ blown film) in our process hall.



DAY 2

Extruded Tube Materials commonly used, typical test methods appropriate for tubing and the common defects which may occur

Material and product testing Various material and product testing techniques - demonstrations including tensile, impact, fall dart, melting point, material flow properties, density and material identification techniques



DAY 3

Injection moulded components Materials used, test techniques and common defects (warpage, sinks, surface defects, flash, short shots etc.) Practical demonstrations of defects and processing solutions on our 240 tonne DEMAG moulding machine

Review of course The various topics covered will be reviewed and a question and answer session will complete the course



This course is now FETAC certified and candidates can complete the FETAC examination which comprises of a short written examination and an assignment - successfully completed this counts as one credit towards our Vocational Certificate in Polymer Processing.Certification is included in the course costs.



COURSE DETAILS

 WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is designed for personnel who work in the plastics industry and wish to gain a comprehensive understanding of the industries materials, testing and various processing technologies. No prior knowledge of the subject material is assumed.



VENUE:

First Polymer Training, 7 Centre Court, Blyry Business and Commercial Park, Athlone. A section of this course will also be delivered at the CNMR (formerly the Polymer Development Centre), Athlone, but attendees will be given full details when booking this course.



DURATION:

3 Days, 9.15 am – 5.00 pm



COST:

€870 (10% discount for Plastic Ireland Members) Inclusive of course manual, lunch and refreshments.



CONVENIENT HOTEL (w/parking)

Creggan Court Hotel, Athlone Tel: 090-6477777 (2 mins by car)

Radisson SAS, Northgate Street, Athlone. (Book through us for a special rate)