Blow Moulding Appreciation
Course
Blended learning in Telford
Description
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Type
Course
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Methodology
Blended
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Location
Telford
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Duration
3 Days
This course is designed to provide candidates with an understanding of the fundamental principles associated with the extrusion blow moulding process, covering both the advantages and limitations. Suitable for: Production Managers and Shift Supervisors. Production and Product Design or Development Engineers. Logistics and Procurement staff. Toolroom and Maintenance personnel
Important information
Government funding available
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About this course
Candidates should have been employed within an extrusion blow moulding environment for a period of no less than 3 months and have some knowledge of the process requirements from either a direct, associated support role or supervisory perspective.
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Course programme
Course Content
This course is delivered using a blend of theoretical instruction and practical reinforcement sessions, to provide opportunities for group discussion and individual guided learning opportunities.
Objectives of the course
On completion of the course the delegates will be able to:
- Identify process hazards, state safety requirements and apply safe working practices
- Start-up and shut-down an extrusion blow moulding machine safely and efficiently
- Detail the construction, control and operation of an extrusion blow moulding machine
- Identify relevant ancillary equipment and describe its usage and maintenance
- Describe common mould construction principles and mould maintenance procedures
- Describe the nature of plastic materials and list common types and grades
- List common extrusion blow moulding problems and suggest remedial actions
- State common quality systems, techniques and quality requirements associated with the extrusion blow moulding process
Qualification
Material covered has been aligned to the content of an NVQ at Level 2 and can be used as underpinning knowledge towards achieving the award, if so desired.
Blow Moulding Appreciation