On completion of training, the trainees are in a position to monitor adhesive bonding in production, design joints which are suitable for adhesive bonding, select a suitable, certified adhesive and systematically detect faults in the process.

The aim is to offer an insight into different adhesive systems, dispensing adhesives, surfaces treatments, cured adhesives, designing with bonded joints, mechanical testing of bonded joints, durability and accelerated ageing and, quality control.

The participants will become trained for using adhesive bonding technology in industrial production, for product development and supervision of bonding personnel.

This course allows former participants of international European Adhesive Specialist (EAS) and European Adhesive Engineer (EAE) courses to refresh their knowledge of adhesive bonding and learn about the latest developments.

Fundamentals of adhesive bonding technology; Bonding properties of the substrate materials; Adhesives, bonding mechanisms, and application properties; Analysis of adhesives and surfaces; Adhesion; Surface treatment; Manufacturing technology; Joining techniques; Design of bonded joints; Quality management, test methods, and ageing; Health & safety at work and environmental protection.

The EWF-European Adhesive Engineer (EAE) course trains employees to supervise the whole spectrum of bonding work from product development to production and repair activities.

The course gives participants an understanding of the technical aspects and importance of the work procedures and therefore allows them to carry out bonding work independently and effectively.