Larry A. Watts 
The Chemical Coaters Association International (CCAI, Lakewood Ranch, Fla.) Has opened registration for its Finishing Academy online courses, Powder coating and Liquid coating. The next courses are expected to start in early 2022. The Finishing Academy opened in July 2021 with the Powder coating Online course.
“We had a tremendous response to both online courses,” says Anne Goyer, Executive Director of CCAI. “CCAI is delighted to continue to expand our educational reach by offering this online program for the finishing industry. “
Presented in an online format, the in-depth courses provide participants with essential knowledge to help them manage their finishing operations. Students benefit from weekly homework, quizzes, and interactive discussion forums with the instructor and other students. The registration fee for each course includes a copy of one of the CCAI training manuals that accompany the topic (a value of $ 65 / $ 75).
Winter Liquid Coating Online Course Should Begin February 21, 2022. The course covers all aspects of the liquid coating process including material handling, suspension methods, surface preparation and curing. Students will learn about the benefits and different types of liquid coatings, including formulation and testing. The course will also cover the costs of operating a liquid coating system, health and safety, as well as maintenance and safety.
CCAI Powder coating Online course covers all aspects of the powder coating process including formulation, powder coating fabrication, powder coating materials, material handling, surface preparation, application equipment and systems of powder, curing technology, quality, maintenance, troubleshooting and the overall operating costs of a powder coating line.
For more information or to register, visit ccaiweb.com/page/Academy.
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