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Program Overview

The Blow Molding Theory and Practice course is a two-day program designed to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of blow molding operations and practice. The course covers basic molding methods, common polymers chemistry used in blow molding operations, and other relevant topics.

Course Details

• Course Number: Not specified
• Date:
  • 12/2026 - 03/13/2026
  • 09/15/2026 - 09/16/2026
  • 10/29/2026 - 10/30/2026
• Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Location: Microsoft Teams
• Cost: $2,000.00 USD
• CEU's: 1.6
• Instructor: Mr. Lawrence Dull

Course Outline

• Basic Polymer Chemistry
• Polymer Chemistry Properties of Polymers
• Extrusion of Polymers
• The Blow Molding Process
• Safety Considerations
• Machine start up
• Blow Molded container defects
• Troubleshooting
• Basic Adjustments
• Blow Molding Variations
• Design Considerations

Instructor Biography

Lawrence (Larry) Dull is a graduate Packaging Engineer (B.S. and M.S.) of Michigan State University. He has held positions with Eastman Kodak Company, Calgon Corporation, and Syngenta Crop Protection Inc. He is currently President of Packaging Technology Associates Inc. and a founding partner of Packaging Knowledge Group, LLC. He is active in several industry and professional associations, including ISTA, ASTM, and IoPP. He holds nine U.S. patents in the field of packaging and has delivered numerous presentations and written numerous articles on packaging.

Online Course Requirements

To participate in the remote (online) course, attendees will need:

• A broadband internet connection with at least a 2 Mbps upload and download speed
• A computer (PC or Mac) that can support the latest web browser versions
• At least 4 GB of RAM and adequate hard drive space
• A microphone and a speaker

Registration and Fees

• Registration shall remain open until posted as closed on the course listing
• Registrations must be guaranteed by check, a purchase order number, or a credit card
• Course fees are due before attending
• The course fee includes classroom instruction, instructional materials, parking permits, continental breakfast, lunch, beverages, and refreshment breaks
• Travel and hotel accommodations are not included

Enrollment and Cancellation

• Enrollment is limited and on a first-come basis
• Early registration is strongly recommended
• A cancellation/withdrawal policy is in place, details of which can be found on the registration webpage