Thermoformed Molded Fiber Symposium

New for 2024!

December 10-11, 2024 – Wells Conference Center, University of Maine

Join us for this first of its kind symposium dedicated to thermoforming fiber, from wood to non-woods. Learn about the latest technical developments and current trends in producing thermoformed molded fiber at this day-and-a-half symposium.

Registration: $250

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Thermoformed Molded Fiber Symposium Flyer

Preliminary Schedule

We are adding new speakers daily. Please check back in for updates!

Tuesday – December 10, 2024

8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

  • Panel: Optimizing Stock Prep
    • Tina Lawton, Director, Sales & Technology, Stock Prep & Recycle, North America, Valmet
    • Matt Job, President, Motus US
  • Formation Testing and Studies
    • Matt Griswold, Vice President of Innovation. Genera
  • Tooling Design
  • Coating Technologies
  • Regulation Activities
    • Carol Patterson, Vice President, Government Relations, Foodservice Packaging Institute
  • Perspectives from food service

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  • Manufacturer’s Panel
    • Moderator: Chelsea Cross, Solenis
    • Participants:
      • Scott Lilley, President, Rev1
      • Asem Mokaddem, President, Tellus
      • Dustin Ziegelman, Process & Engineering Manager, Sabert
      • Matt Griswold, Vice President of Innovation, Genera
  • New Technology Presentations
  • Tours and Demonstrations at the Process Development Center

Accommodations

Stay at the Hotel Ursa, a distinctly Maine hotel, located on the University of Maine campus and a 5-minute walk to the Wells Conference Center. For other options, please visit the PDC’s visitors page to learn about housing and dining options in the area!