KP2

Technical evaluation of the quality of polymer composites

Course objective:

After completing the training, the participant:

Performs independent quality assessment of composite products
Has knowledge of recognizing defects in composite materials
Skillfully assesses the impact of the manufacturing method on the quality of the finished component
Has practical skills in using microscopic techniques and other non-destructive methods

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Training mode

Open training

Course level

KP2

Duration

2 days, 14 hours

Prerequisites

Completion of the course KP1: Chemically and thermosetting composite materials - introduction to the subject of polymer chemistry, properties of composites and methods of their production or skills at this level.

Training location

EMT-Systems Gliwice, Specialist Laboratories, Engineering Training Center or Customer's premises
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Training dates

year 2026

17-18 September

Training dates

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Agenda

day 1 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
day 2 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Training price

PLN 3500 (net) + 23% VAT PRICE LIST FOR ALL TRAININGS

Possibility of participating online

The price includes

Certificate of course completion in two languages – Polish and English
Training script
Writing materials, e.g. notebook, pen (for on-site training)
Comprehensive assistance from individually assigned course supervisors
Student Cards entitling you to discounts at selected partner venues in Gliwice (for stationary training)

Gourmet Catering

Participants of training sessions at our center receive unlimited access to the Cechownia Cafe coffee bar and a two-course lunch.
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Contact

tel .: (32) 411 10 00
E-MAIL: info@emt-systems.pl

Certificate

After completing the training, each participant receives a bilingual, personal certificate descriptively confirming the acquired skills in accordance with the system implemented at EMT-SYSTEMS Sp. z o.o. quality management PN-EN ISO 9001:2015, supervised and certified by TUV Nord Poland.
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Accommodation

List of hotels near the training site.

Please do not hesitate to contact us

Phone: 32 4111 000

info@emt-systems.pl

in order to consult the appropriateness of the training selection

Course program

day 1

Selected issues of the theoretical basis of the production of structural polymers as a matrix in structural composites (thermoplastics)
Basic reinforcing materials and their characteristics
Technical Data Sheets (TDS) and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Initiators, accelerators, inhibitors, hardeners in polymerization reactions
Process regime and the consequences of its ignorance (recipes, process parameters, matrix to reinforcement ratios, etc.)
Review of composite manufacturing methods in terms of possible characteristic defects

day 2

Composite quality classification according to PURSLOVA
Technological defects
Defect location in composites using instrumental non-destructive methods
Infrared thermography
Microscopic optical testing method using penetrants
Determination of the thickness of protective barrier layers
Hardness determination according to BARCOLA GYZJ-934-1
HDT marking of matrix and composite PN-EN ISO 75-1, 75-2, 75-3 (A, B, C)
Determination of the specific gravity of the composite

Laboratory equipment

The training rooms and laboratories dedicated to plastics are air-conditioned, large, and spacious. The student workstations are expertly equipped. Each participant has access to computer stations with simulation software, the latest product catalogs, and full access to specialized laboratory equipment. Our training laboratories provide the opportunity work on industrial laboratory equipment and components supplied by leading technology suppliers – CL, ZWICK/ROELL, Meusburger, IGUS. During classes, we perform numerous practical exercises using a variety of training and laboratory stations.

Zwick/Roell ProLine 10 kN tensile testing machine

We use the machine for functional component testing and standardized material testing. The machine is equipped with instrumentation for tensile, three-point bending, and compression testing, along with an extensometer for elongation measurement and a system table for setting up the machine and PC:

load range Fmax 10 kN,
tabletop model,
load frame, two-column H-type,
2 steel guide columns,
2 drive spindles (ball-and-roller) with preload, ensuring play-free guidance and traverse drive,
working space without construction: 1050 x 440 mm (height x width),
brushless and maintenance-free AC servo drive,
test speed in the entire load range 0 - 10 kN: 0,0005 ... 1000 mm/min,
accuracy of the set speed: 0,05% of the set value,
positioning accuracy: +/-2 μm,
innovative testControl II electronics.

Zwick/Roell HIT5P Digital Charpy Hammer

5J Pendulum Impact Tester for testing the impact strength of plastics. The testing system automatically identifies the installed pendulum, ensuring that measured values are always within the correct range and in accordance with the applicable test standard. This tester also features the world's first dual carbon fiber pendulum rod. This ensures high stiffness in the impact direction and significant mass concentration in the impact area. The electronics include a high-resolution digital encoder for accurate impact angle measurement. An RS232 interface is included for integration with laboratory management systems, along with a plug-and-play USB connection to a PC.

Thanks to our partnership with CL Sp. z o.o., the laboratory is equipped with all the necessary materials to conduct top-quality practical exercises. Students have access to: resins, gelcoats/topcoats, reinforcements, initiators/hardeners, fillers, release agents, core materials, production additives, and tools. During the practical session, we examine the mechanical properties of unfilled resins and composite materials produced during the course.

Closed training

In addition to open training courses conducted at our headquarters in Gliwice, we also conduct closed courses at our clients' facilities.

This type of training is characterized by a scope prepared based on individual issues and the possibility of conducting practical exercises on components available in the plant and made available for the purposes of implementing the course.

Potential thematic options for closed training:

Theoretical basis of physicochemical processes in the production of polymer composites.
Overview of industrial methods for manufacturing polymer composites.
Practical exercises in making polymer composites using selected methods.
Methods of modifying and testing the physicochemical properties of uncured resins used to build the matrix in polymer composites.
Test methods for physicochemical properties and mechanical parameters of polymer composites.
Selected issues in the design and fabrication of composite models and molds for various polymer composite manufacturing processes. Practical implementation of a composite mold for the LRTM method.
Quality testing of composite products during production and inspection of final products.
Construction, operation and servicing of applicators used for forming composites, using PHOENIX EQUIPMENT devices as an example.
Classification of defects and their repair options in composite products. Practical repair of structural and surface defects in composite components.
Computer-aided design, testing and optimization of composite structures using the FIBERSIM program.
Selected issues in the design of polymer composite production processes. Process optimization. Cost calculation using the LamPart program.
Occupational health and safety issues in the production of polymer composites. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and technical data sheets for hazardous materials. Development of workplace instructions.

Meet our company

Awards Reference Opinions

Confirmation of cooperation

Our experience and quality of the training conducted we support selected references received from our clients, after the training sessions conducted the scope of POLYMER COMPOSITES and PLASTICS.

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Our experts

Representatives from industry and universities with extensive experience in implementation and repair work. Our trainers work daily with large enterprises, solving technical problems and assigned engineering tasks.

Opinions about the training

We invite you to read the opinions expressed by course participants:

Order date: 4.11.2025

The trainers' extensive knowledge, numerous practical tips, and their ability to address participants' issues, as well as their willingness to contact them in the future, are excellent. I highly recommend the training to others; the trainers are incredibly knowledgeable and can answer all questions satisfactorily. Anonymous,

Order date: 4.11.2025

The instructors were very knowledgeable and experienced in the industry. They offered the opportunity to ask any questions and stay in touch after the training. I recommend this training to quality control professionals working in the aviation and space industries, as well as anyone familiar with these technologies. Rafał, Siedlce

Order date: 31.01.2022

The best composites research training I've ever attended. Great delivery. Lots of knowledge. Piotr, Mielec

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target group

Training intended for technical management and quality control staff in plants manufacturing polymer composite products.

Training methods:

The basic element of the course is the theoretical presentation of plastics issues in terms of the practical application of the acquired knowledge in industrial realities.

Benefits for the participant

The training participant will:

He independently assessed the quality of parts made of polymer composites
He was proficient in the influence of composite element manufacturing methods on their quality.
He knew the reinforcing materials and their specifications
He was able to apply the acquired information in practical aspects of his work.

Gourmet Catering

Apart from the substantive aspect, it is very important to us comfort of our training participantsWe offer our students a cozy café and restaurant, a place to enjoy refreshments and relax during breaks during training. We invite you to use the coffee bar and modern massage chair!

During each training day, participants receive:

Unlimited access to the Cechownia Cafe coffee bar, serving tea and high-quality, freshly ground coffee. The bar is equipped with:
- NECTO Karisma – a professional espresso machine made in Italy.
- THERMOPLAN BW 4 – a professional Swiss-made espresso machine.
These machines are used in the best coffee shops. We serve unique coffees to suit your tastes – cappuccino, espresso, Americano, caffe latte, and Turkish coffee. Participants can also enjoy unlimited sparkling and still water, juices, and sweets.

Two-course dinner – a combination of traditional, home-cooked flavors with meals served in restaurants.

Until 16:00 PM cafe on the first floor You can also purchase fresh sandwiches, cakes, sweet and savory snacks, and cold drinks. After the training, from 16:00 p.m., we invite you to try it out. delicious dishes Cechownia Restaurant, prepared by the best chefs in Gliwice.