TRAINING

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TRAINING & CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS

Built for Operators, Maintenance Teams, Leaders, and Engineers

Our training classes are designed to help teams understand roofing equipment operation, improve troubleshooting capability, and support consistent performance on the line. Courses range from foundational overviews for new employees to hands-on maintenance-focused sessions for experienced teams.

WHO THIS TRAINING IS FOR

Operator & New Employee Training

  • Operators (all experience levels)
  • New hires onboarding into production roles
  • Cross-training for plant personnel new to roofing equipment

Maintenance & Technical Training

  • Maintenance teams (primary audience for hands-on segments)
  • Operators (where applicable)
  • Leadership and Engineers (optional participation/auditing depending on course)
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OPERATOR & NEW EMPLOYEE TRAINING

Laminator Front-End (1-Day)

Overview:
A ¾ to 1-day classroom session covering roofing terms and a detailed overview of the Front-End, Wrapper, and Palletizer. Includes a line walk when time allows.

Includes:

  • Roofing terminology & process fundamentals
  • Front-End system overview
  • Wrapper and palletizer overview
  • Line walk (time permitting)
Laminator Back-End (1-Day)

Overview:
A ¾ to 1-day classroom session focused on roofing terms and a detailed overview of the Back-End. Includes a line walk when time allows.

Includes:

  • Roofing terminology & process fundamentals
  • Back-End system overview
  • Line walk (time permitting)

MAINTENANCE & TECHNICAL TRAINING

Pattern Cutter / CTL / Optional Tab Training
(2-3 Days)

Overview:
Begins with a ½-day classroom session covering design intent, theory of operation, and setup fundamentals. Hands-on training follows based on the selected scope:

Hands-on options:

  • CTL only (1.5 days hands-on)
  • Pattern Cutter + CTL (1.5 days hands-on)
  • Pattern Cutter + CTL + Tab (2 days hands-on)

Hands-on focus areas include:

  • Cutter carriage fundamentals
  • Bearing checks and setup
  • Routine maintenance practices
  • Re-knifing guidance
Laminator Training
(1.5 Days)

Overview:
Includes ½ to ¾-day classroom instruction focused on function, setup, and maintenance, followed by a brief line walk while running and a ½-day hands-on session during a down day.

Typical structure:

  • ½–¾ day classroom: function, setup, and maintenance
  • ¼–½ day line walk (while running)
  • ½ day hands-on guidance (during downtime)
OHB (Overhead Belt) / Delivery Belt Training
(1.5 Days)

Overview:
A combination of classroom theory and practical belt-related instruction, followed by guided hands-on installation and setup during downtime.

Day 1 (Classroom + Running Review):

  • ¾ to 1 day classroom: theory of operation, setup, maintenance
  • Belt welding classroom experience
  • Brief line review while running

Day 2 (Hands-On During Downtime):

  • ½-day hands-on guidance for installing and setting up 1–2 belt sections
Stacker & Drop Table Training
(1 Day)

Overview:
A balanced classroom and hands-on course focused on operation, setup, and practical adjustments.

Includes:

  • ½-day classroom: operation + recommended setup
  • ½-day hands-on review and setup
  • Typically focused on 1–2 boxes
Bundle Palletizer Training
(1.5 Days)

Overview:
A classroom-led overview of operation, maintenance, and setup followed by hands-on guidance during downtime.

Includes:

  • ¾ to 1 day classroom: operation, maintenance, setup overview
  • Next morning: ½-day hands-on guidance (line down)

Future Maintenance Offerings (Upon Request)

Need training focused on a specific area of your line? Additional Back-End / Process-End section training can be built around your equipment configuration and team goals.

SCHEDULING, TRAVEL, AND CERTIFICATION NOTES

Scheduling

  • Classes and reviews are scheduled Monday–Friday at customer sites
  • Each day may be up to 10 hours

 

Cost Efficiency Options

  • Training, reviews, and/or speed matching services can be scheduled consecutively to reduce travel costs

 

Quoted Pricing

  • Quotes include the class plus an estimate for travel and living expenses
  • If additional time is required, it may be scheduled in advance and billed at T&M rates

 

Central Location Training

  • If training is held at a central location, plant refresher training within 3–6 months is recommended

 

Recertification

  • These classes are intended for students to be recertified annually

READY TO SCHEDULE TRAINING FOR YOUR TEAM?

Whether you’re onboarding operators or strengthening maintenance capability, we can help align your team with consistent process understanding and practical equipment knowledge.

Contact us to plan a training schedule based on your line configuration, availability, and priority areas.

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