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Henkel Adhesive Technologies

Certified training in the adhesive lamination process

Henkel Converters’ Academy

Exclusive training course in Lamination Techniques for Flexible Packaging.

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Henkel Innovation Center

Henkel Converters’ Academy

The Henkel Converters’ Academy offers a professional training in the adhesive lamination process which benefits the entire value chain. In cooperation with the IHK Düsseldorf (Chamber of Commerce and Industry), it ensures top-quality education, awarding a “Specialist in Lamination Techniques for Flexible Packaging (CCI)” certificate upon completion.

IHK (CCI) and Henkel Converters’ Academy

Since 2009 Henkel is offering the training course “Specialist in Laminating Techniques for Flexible Packaging (CCI)”. In cooperation with the IHK Düsseldorf (Chamber of Commerce and Industry), this high-quality standard Converters’ Academy training course thoroughly qualifies an operator in the area of adhesive laminations.

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Topics overview

  • Why laminations are made
  • Substrates, Adhesives, Dosing units and Curing
  • Test methods
  • Failure mode analysis, troubleshooting overview
  • Machine parameters and how they influence the lamination
  • Web handling
  • Rollers
  • Rolling, curling and other web defects
  • Optics
  • Practical trainings
  • IHK (CCI) certificate examination

What does the course offer?

Most mornings include theoretical teachings from Henkel experts. In the afternoons participants will do hands-on training in the technical service center. The practical exercises are always conducted in small groups, with an assigned mentor to ensure that learning objectives are achieved.

Technology Exprt in front of a machine examine the lamination process

There are two seminar blocks:

Week 1
5 days of theoretical and practical tuition

Week 2
4 days of theoretical and practical tuition, followed by the CCI examination leading to the certificate of “Specialist in Lamination Techniques for Flexible Packaging”

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Henkel headquater

Next dates

We look forward to welcoming you to our Henkel Converters’ Academy. Feel free to contact us for registration or any questions about this high-quality training.

Next dates Henkel Converters' Academy (German):

1st Week: October 27 – 31, 2025
2nd Week: November 24 – 28, 2025

Venue: Henkel headquarters, Düsseldorf, Germany

Who are the speakers?

The speakers at the Henkel Converters’ Academy are highly qualified and experienced experts in adhesive technology. They are specialists with deep theoretical and practical expertise in laminating techniques for flexible packaging and have the necessary methodical approach and teaching skills to instruct participants effectively.

Participants of the Henkel Converters academy holding foils and examinating them

Who should participate

The training course is designed for those directly involved in the creation of flexible packaging materials:

  • Operators 
  • Quality control personnel 
  • Project engineers 
  • Process engineers 
  • Manufacturing supervisors
Participants receiving the IHK certification

IHK Düsseldorf (CCI) involvement
The IHK Düsseldorf (CCI) is widely recognized and respected for its certification programs; not only known in Germany, but also in other European countries. With the “Specialist in Lamination Techniques for Flexible Packaging” certificate, an excellent foundation of knowledge is ensured. This certification enhances your reputation for your customers.

“I participated in this course to gain more and deeper knowledge. The lessons are clear and close to the practical life. Many tips and suggestions that I will put to life in my company. We learnt a lot here, that I would never get to know in my everyday work.”

Bastian Münich, Rolf Bayer Vacuumverpackungen GmbH

Course fee and venue

The 2-week tuition fee is 4,500 € (plus VAT). The following services are included:

  • Over 80 hours of classroom instruction and hands-on laminator training
  • Comprehensive reference manual
  • CCI exam monitored by the CCI
  • CCI Certificate "Specialist in Lamination Techniques for Flexible Packaging (CCI)" awarded after passing the CCI exam
  • Lunch, evening events, and beverages
Speaker in front of the training participants
  • Мати використовує мило з дитиною у ванні, тримачі навколо пляшки з милом

    Стрічки, етикетки та самоклейкі графічні плівки

    Екологічні та інноваційні рішення для стрічки, етикеток і графічної плівки знаходять все більший попит. Завдяки використанню клеїв, чутливих до тиску (PSA), ці рішення розроблені для покращення та прискорення виробничих процесів. 
  • Жінка сидить на сходах із коробками для приладдя з двома чоловіками на тлі.

    Паковання та переробка

    Окрім привабливого дизайну, споживачі шукають пакувальні рішення для використання в дорозі. Щоб задовольнити потреби споживачів, виробники шукають постачальників, які розуміють їхні проблеми паковання та допомагають власникам брендів переосмислити пакувальні рішення.
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    Henkel PSA Academy

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