Last Chance to Register for TAPPI’s Introduction to Kraft Pulping and Bleaching Course

Time is running out to secure your seat for TAPPI’s Introduction to Kraft Pulping and Bleaching Course, taking place August 5–6, 2025, at TAPPI Headquarters in Peachtree Corners (Atlanta), Georgia. With just a few days remaining and only a limited number of seats available, this is your final opportunity to register for one of the industry’s most comprehensive technical training experiences. There are only 13 seats left, so don’t wait to register.

This two-day, in-person course is designed for early- and mid-career professionals seeking to build a strong foundation in kraft pulping, bleaching processes, and overall mill operations. It delivers essential knowledge across multiple key areas, including:

• Wood and chip preparation
• Kraft pulping chemistry and equipment (batch and continuous digesters)
• Pulp washing, screening, and by-product recovery
• Bleaching sequences, variables, and reactions
• Environmental considerations and mill challenges
• Common pulp tests and terminology used throughout the industry

The course is taught by two of the field’s most respected educators: Dr. Michael Kocurek, Professor Emeritus at NC State and one of the most recognized pulp and paper instructors in the world, and Tom Holm, a global consultant and former subject-matter expert with experience supporting mills in 19 countries.

To enhance the learning experience, the course also includes a pre-course survey that allows attendees to submit their specific learning goals, technical interests, and case study suggestions. This ensures the content is tailored to real-world mill challenges and participant needs.

If you’ve been considering this course, now is the time to act.

Course Dates: August 5–6, 2025
Location: TAPPI HQ | Peachtree Corners (Atlanta), GA
Register Now!