The Chemical Coaters Association International's new Powder Coating Online Course will be held July 6 – August 22.
Rich SaddlerCCAI says it is the perfect way to learn in the comfort and convenience of your workplace or home. Visit https://www.ccaiweb.com/event/PCJuly21 to register.
The course will be led by industry expert and finishing consultant Rich Saddler from Industrial Finishing Solutions. Rich has over 35 years of experience in the industrial finishing industry with an in-depth knowledge of the powder coating process. His knowledge and experience provide an invaluable resource that students can access throughout the online course.
In addition to the convenience of the online format, students benefit from weekly assignments, quizzes and interactive forum discussions with the instructor and other students. The registration fee includes a copy of CCAI’s popular Powder Coating for Industrial Finishing Applications training manual – sixth edition (a $65 value).
This 7-week course provides a thorough knowledge of the overall powder coating process, including powder coating types, manufacturing of powder coatings, surface preparation, powder application technology and recovery systems, curing technologies, quality control, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Course start date: July 6
Course length: 7 weeks
Course cost: $750 for member; $975 for non-members. CCAI Individual Membership is $95. If you are interested in becoming a member to take advantage of the member discount for this course and other CCAI events and products, please CLICK HERE for more information and to join online. This self-paced course will provide a thorough understanding of the powder coating process. Weekly quizzes and a final exam will be administered and graded by a CCAI instructor. Course cost includes the CCAI Powder Coating for Industrial Finishing Applications training manual - sixth edition ($65 value), provided prior to the commencement of the course (students must register at least ten days prior to the start of the course to receive manual in advance). Students can expect to spend approximately 3-4 hours per week reviewing the course material, reading the chapters, participating in the forum and taking the quiz, depending on the pace of the student. Materials for the upcoming week will be provided in advance and the conclusion of the course quiz must be submitted by the Sunday night following the week.
Who should attend:
- People currently working with powder coatings, either as a user or supplier, that want to better understand the overall process and technology utilized in successfully powder coating products
- People who are interested in joining a powder coating operation and require a background in the powder coating process to qualify for a specific position
- People in the manufacturing of powder coatings who are interested in increasing their overall knowledge base of the powder coating process
Course topics will include the following:
- Basic steps of the powder coating process
- Benefits of powder coatings
- Substrates that are powder coated
- Quality testing and powder coating performance
- Various types of powder coatings, including specialty powder coatings
- The overall powder coating manufacturing process
- Industrial powder coating safety
- Different types of powder coating equipment used to apply and recover powder coatings
- Curing methods for powder coatings
- Operational costs for a powder coating operation
- Maintenance and troubleshooting of a powder coating system
What will you take away from the course:
- A thorough knowledge of the powder coating process from start to finish
- An understanding of how to evaluate your existing process and recommend areas for improvement
- Basics of the powder coating process and what is required to recommend a new system
- A certificate of completion after passing the course, including quizzes, forum discussions and final exam
Recommended job titles that should consider taking the course:
- Powder Coating Operator
- Powder Coating Supervisor
- Powder Coating Engineer
- Powder Coating Technician
- Quality Inspector
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Production Engineer
- Production Lead
- Powder Equipment Supplier
- Powder Manufacturer Supplier
Qualifications/Prerequisites
- Basic manufacturing background
- Working use of digital technology including internet access/word processing/spreadsheets/email address
- Basic math skills
Course Instructor: Rich Saddler
Rich has over 35 years of experience in manufacturing including positions as Finishing Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering Manager, and Operations Manager in small as well as large billion dollar-a-year companies. Academically, he holds an associate’s degree in Finishing Technology, a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology, a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a master’s degree in Manufacturing Management which provide him with a broad educational background that allows him to approach and solve problems with creative solutions.
During his career he has installed multiple new finishing lines for both metal and wood products, worked on existing finishing lines to improve capacity & efficiency and lower costs. Rich has also implemented new technology in other manufacturing processes to solve problems, reduce lead times and improve product flow. He founded Industrial Finishing Solutions LLC in 2009 as an independent finishing consultant to assist companies who are seeking additional resources in their finishing operations. During his 35 years in the industry he has served on local and national boards to help improve the industry. Rich has presented technical papers on finishing technology at local and national conferences. He received Project Management Certification in 2013.
