Invitation & introduction

From wood to paper

Overview about processes of pulp and paper manufacturing

Pulp

Mechanical

Chemical

Secondary fibers

Basics about production of fiber raw materials for paper & board

Stock preparation & refining

Theory and machinery of stock preparation and refining

Additives

Application of fillers, starch, sizing agents and dyes

Paper production overview

Overview about different types of paper & board machines

Basics about processes in particular paper machine sections

Coating / Finishing / Printing

Basics about most important finishing processes and coating of paper & board

Paper grades

Types of graphic (printing & writing) paper, packaging and special paper & board

Visit of Papermaker museum

Handsheet-papermaking