Exclusive training Course for the application of Pressure Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs).
The Henkel PSA Academy offers specialized training in handling pressure sensitive adhesives (PSAs) for labels, tapes, and other applications. In partnership with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI), it ensures top-quality education, awarding a "Technical Specialist in HM Pressure Sensitive Adhesives for Labels, Tapes, and Special Applications (CCI)" certificate upon completion.
The program Henkel PSA Academy was developed in close cooperation with the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI), ensuring a high-quality standard of the training.
The acquired certificate confirms the acquisition of sound theoretical and practical knowledge required for successful work in the application and testing of pressure sensitive adhesives.
- Basics of different PSA technologies
- Set-up of PSA technologies
- Coating systems
- Test methods and handling
- Failure analysis and elimination
- Labels, tapes and special products
- Sustainability aspects (e.g. carbon footprint, recycling)
- General topics
- Practical trainings
- IHK (CCI) certificate examination
The mornings are filled with comprehensive instruction units on theory. In the afternoons you then apply what you have learned and gain practical skills by working with machines in the technical center or performing tests in the laboratory. This ensures that the theoretical content is solidly linked to hands-on experience and observation of a real-life coating 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 “Technical Specialist in Pressure Sensitive Adhesives for Labels, Tapes and Special Applications (CCI)”
We look forward to welcoming you to our Henkel PSA Academy. Feel free to contact us for registration or any questions about this high-quality training.
Next dates PSA Academy (English/German):
1st Week: May 12 – 16, 2025 & 2nd Week: June 23 – 27, 2025
Venue: Henkel headquarters, Düsseldorf, Germany
The speakers at the Henkel PSA Academy are all highly qualified and experienced experts in adhesive technology who are fluent in both German and English. They are specialists with deep theoretical and practical expertise in pressure sensitive adhesives and the necessary methodical approach and teaching skills to instruct participants effectively.
The training program is directed at participants from the following industries:
- Label laminate manufacturers and printers
- Manufacturers of medical tapes
- Adhesive tape manufacturers
- Manufacturers of graphic films
- Manufacturers of specialty products using PSA
Who will benefit from this course?
The course is ideal for all those who have anything to do with applying and testing PSA coatings. These include:
- Line and machine operators
- Laboratory staff
- Shift leaders
- Process engineers
- Quality control staff
The seminar fee is 3,500 Euro (plus VAT) and takes place at Henkel's headquarters in Düsseldorf. The following services are included:
- Approx. 60 hours of theoretical and practical tuition incl. handbook
- IHK (CCI) certificate examination
- IHK (CCI) Certificate “Technical Specialist in HM Pressure Sensitive Adhesives for Labels, Tapes and Special Applications (CCI)”
- Lunch, evening events, and beverages
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