EDUCATION AND TRAINING (Both Live and On-Demand)

PSTC is proud to offer a series of unique and powerful educational classes covering all aspects of PSA tape design and manufacture. The classes range from a one-day overview – suitable for anyone making or selling tape products – to in-depth technical classes designed for scientists and engineers.

No other set of classes available covers the tape technology with the breadth and depth that only PSTC can offer.

What to Know:

• Fundamentals of PSA on-demand will extend and opportunity to learn at your own pace in either individual modules that pertain to your interest level or the entire class (all 10 modules)
• Each module includes knowledge checks and a certificate of completion 
• In-person class includes supporting collateral, jeopardy (group knowledge check), final exam and certificate. Most of all, the in-person class offers an opportunity to network with fellow students
• In-person class offered at Tape Week only

CLASS STRUCTURE

Our three classes cover different areas of the industry at different levels, as described below. The classes are designed to be self-contained and independent of each other – therefore there is no need to take classes in sequence. Many people do take multiple classes over time based on their interests and role. PSTC and the teaching faculty are available to help guide your selection if needed.

2021 CLASSES 

Fundamentals of PSA Tape Applications in Industry Verticals (Tape Week 2022)

This class covers an overview of key descriptions and performance terms of Pressure Sensitive Adhesive tapes. It also reviews two major application areas: the Building & Construction and the Transportation market spaces. It provides an ideal-description of these two applications, and explores why and how PSA tapes are used in these market spaces. An overview of technical terms will be presented, but the class will focus mostly on these applications. 

Held in a virtual, live setting, students will be able to interact with each other and the instructor. Class modules will be presented in 60-75 minute segments over the course of six weeks (subject to change). Live sessions will be recorded for those who have a time conflict. Students will be required to verify that they have viewed the recorded sessions in order to be eligible for the completion certificate.

Who should attend?

• Sales and customer service people, as well as entry-level technical staff and those new to the tape industry in any field of work
• Those that are interested in learning more about PSA tape use in the Building & Construction and Transportation verticals
• Those focused on sales and marketing of PSA tape use in these verticals
• Companies that may not have focused on these verticals but are interested in learning more about opportunities
• Companies that may already have a mature line of products in these verticals but would like to improve their knowledge
• Individuals that may have shifted job responsibilities, department or role within their company
• Individuals seeking personal development and proof of course attendance to add to resume

For more information on these modules, click here.

To purchase modules, click here.

Fundamentals of PSA Tapes (On-Demand)

Content:
The Fundamentals of PSA Tape course covers a basic overview of all the key technology areas of PSA tape in a virtual classroom setting. It provides an ideal introduction to the industry with much less technical content than our other classes. This class is suitable for sales and customer service professionals, as well as entry-level technical staff, and those new to the tape industry in any field of work. 

There are 10 modules available for purchase. Individual and package pricing is available.

For more information on these modules, click here.

To purchase modules, click here.

To view modules you have already purchased, click here.

Adhesives & Advanced Technologies (In-person)

Location: Tape Week 2022

Content:
This class discusses polymer technology as it relates to PSA Tapes with a detailed technical discussion of polymer properties, adhesive types, chemistries and properties, surface science, theories of adhesion and other topics designed to give a detailed technical understanding of the science of PSA Tapes.

Who should attend?
This course contains the greatest amount of technical detail of the series, and is intended primarily for technical professionals. It provides a complimentary set of topics to the Manufacturing and Testing course.

The Faculty
These classes are taught by a dedicated volunteer faculty, all of whom bring many years of practical experience in the industry. The faculty work closely together to produce the content for all classes in the series. Each class is taught by a small, intimate group of instructors who strive to create an interactive, open atmosphere in each class. These are not speakers who arrive with their own material, unrelated to anyone else’s content – it is a carefully planned, constantly refined and coordinated syllabus.

Read more about the tape training faculty here.

For more information on these courses or for advice on how to choose the course best suited to your needs, please contact PSTC at 630-544-5048, e-mail info@pstc.org.

Technical Track  |  Markets & Applications Track  |  Exhibit & Sponsor  |  Spring Member Meeting  |  Tape Academy

Connect in-person at the inaugural PSTC Tape Week, May 2-5, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

The only knowledge-building and networking event for pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape professionals, Tape Week provides segmented, flexible learning options and extra networking time to ensure that you have the most valuable experience possible.

Schedule-at-a-Glance

Monday, May 2

Adhesives & Advanced Technologies of PSA Tape Course

Members-Only Reception (New!)*

Tuesday, May 3

Adhesives & Advanced Technologies of PSA Tape Course & Lunch

Fundamentals of PSA Tape Applications in Industry Verticals Course (New!)**

Spring Member Meeting & Lunch

Welcome Reception and Innovation Poster Session (New!)***

Wednesday, May 4

General Session Awards and Keynote Speaker

Technical Track Sessions

Markets and Applications Track Sessions

General Attendee Lunch

Exhibitor Networking Reception

Thursday, May 5

Technical Track Sessions

Markets and Applications Track Sessions

Exhibitor Showcase Lunch

Closing Reception

Click here to see the full Tape Week 2022 schedule of events organized by registration track type.

Keynote Speaker

Scott Klososky

Technologist, Futurist, Humanist, Author and Consultant

As a founding partner of digital strategy firm Future Point of View (FPOV) Scott lives on the leading edge of technology and innovative thinking. Scott speaks to large audiences worldwide about the intersection of humanity and the Digital Transformation. Through FPOV, Scott provides advisory work for clients including Fortune100, SMB’s and government entities. This work has driven him to develop unique concepts such as the HUMALOGY® Scale for measuring the amount of human or machine involved in a system or process, and the Rivers of Information® process for building learning eco-systems. He also pioneered a framework for looking accurately into the future of an industry sector in order to set organizational strategy: The High Beam process

Hotel & Travel

Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace

1900 E Buena Vista Dr

Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Present Your Work

Submissions are now being accepted for the opportunity to speak in front of your peers at Tape Week 2022. Those interested in submitting their work are encouraged to share abstracts of in-depth case studies and solution-driven narratives on the practical applications of PSA tape in a variety of industry verticals, including building and construction, automotive and emerging markets. Research and insights on PSA tape’s use from both technical and application perspectives are welcomed.

Topics for consideration include:

PSA tape’s advantages and areas for growth in comparison to other bonding methods

How to communicate tape’s benefits and overcome potential barriers for increased use by professionals in various verticals

Upcoming innovations and future marketplace trends

Submission Criteria

All submissions should include name, email and phone number, in addition to company and position title (where applicable).

Submissions should be sent as an email to info@pstc.org.

While not required, submitters are also invited to send a brief video entry to supplement their text-based entry. Videos should be sent as MP4 or MOV files, and recorded in either portrait or landscape orientation at a length of no longer than two minutes.

Submit your abstract before October 1, 2021, to be eligible for review and selection.

Courses and Events

Adhesives & Advanced Technology of PSA Tapes

This educational opportunity is for technical professionals and offers the greatest amount of technical detail within PSTC’s tape classes.

Fundamentals of PSA Tape Applications in Industry Verticals (New!)**

This educational opportunity is for those working in sales and customer service, as well as entry-level technical staff and those new to the tape industry in any field of work. As a new addition for 2022, the Fundamentals of PSA Tape Applications in Industry Verticals course will be held, focusing on the building & construction and transportation market spaces.

Exhibitor Showcase & Innovation Poster Session (New!)***

The Exhibitor Showcase is the place for strategic networking. Connect with the right people and make yourself known. Take advantage of the included Innovation Poster Session to have more technical discussions and explain your company’s innovations. Explore exhibit and sponsorship opportunities.

Markets and Applications Track

Expanded into a two-day event based on its popularity in 2019, the Markets and Applications Track helps professional in all industries understand the benefits of using PSA tape over other bonding solutions. This track will feature a combined focus on building & construction, transportation, automotive and emerging markets.

Technical Track

Presenting technical discussions on PSA tape use, the Technical Track is the perfect complement to the Markets and Applications Track and is suitable for all tape professionals, including CEOs, VPs, directors, managers, engineers, sales and marketing professionals, support teams and more.

Member-Only Reception and Closing Reception (New!)*

Kick off your Tape Week experience and set the tone for the rest of the week with the new Member-Only Reception. As Tape Week comes to a close, you will also be invited to attend the Closing Reception to review what you have learned and say farewell to your new and pre-existing connections before departing.