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Whitewares Training
As an internationally recognized expert in ceramics, our whitewares courses are aimed at tableware, tile and sanitaryware manufacturers, as well as retailers and suppliers.
Designed to be interactive, our tutors will draw upon their decades of experience to provide attendees with both the theoretical and practical aspects of manufacturing processes that can be applied to the everyday challenges faced by industry.
With a series of modules either at our headquarters in Stoke-on-Trent, and customized on-site training or webinars to meet specific business requirements, our experts will share their knowledge, skills and experience with your teams whatever their business function, from technical and manufacturing through to processing, marketing and sales.
Forthcoming Modules at Lucideon's Headquarters
The open courses are limited to a maximum of 12 attendees; this allows delegates to discuss challenges with the trainers, interact and share experiences with other organisations.
2020 Schedule
| Date | Module Name | Module No. |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 22 January | Understanding Ceramics | L1 |
| Wednesday 5 February | Materials Selection | L2 |
| Wednesday 19 February | The Basics of Slip Casting | L3 |
| Wednesday 11 March | Drying | L4 |
| Wednesday 25 March | Kiln Firing | L5 |
| Wednesday 13 May | Glaze and Glaze Applications | L8 |
| Wednesday 10 June | Testing of Ceramic Materials and Products | L9 |
| Wednesday 24 June | Introduction to Ceramic Tableware & Giftware for the Retail Sector | L10 |
| Wednesday 8 July | Tableware Manufacture | L11 |
| Wednesday 22 July | Pressure Casting | L12 |
| Wednesday 12 August | Tile Manufacture | L13 |
| Wednesday 26 August | Introduction to Sanitaryware | L14 |
| Wednesday 7 October | Introduction to Grinding and Milling | L16 |
| Wednesday 13 November | Introduction to Everyday Ceramic Calculations | L18 |
| Wednesday 25 November | Spray Drying | L19 |
| Wednesday 9 December | Rheology - Fluid Properties Control in Ceramics | L20 |
» Ceramic Whitewares Training data sheet [PDF]
Course Materials
Course notes/workbooks are provided for each module/course. At the end of each module/course there will be a Q&A session which will allow attendees to review their learning and understanding. Attendees will also have the opportunity to discuss any technical challenges they may currently be facing.
Course Tutors
Find out about the course tutors below.
Ian Campbell - Project Leader
Expertise in: Glass Technology, Tableware and Controlled Release.
Nigel Leak - Project Leader
Expertise in: Ceramic Tableware.
Andrew Perry - Group Ceramic Processes Leader
Expertise in: Ceramics, Whitewares, Sanitaryware, Process Optimization, Product Development.
Each module will run from 9:00am – 4:00pm (approximately).
To find out more about the training courses, please contact Caroline Mullington, Technology Partnership Manager on +44 (0)1782 764422 or caroline.mullington@lucideon.com