Courses

DEMACO offers several training programs. These include both education courses for the management team or hands-on training for production staff and machine operators. We offer popular programs or tailored, on-demand training customized to your objectives. The courses are presented by industry professionals from DEMACO and the Pasta Technology Alliance, and is sponsored by the Pasta Institute of Technology.

Instructional objective include:

• • Gain an understanding of pasta processing theory

  • Know the elements of a pasta machine and how they work individually and together as a system

  • Understand the basics of operation and feed system calibration

  • Develop ability to troubleshoot production and quality problems

  • Enhance pasta quality through proper use of equipment and processes

Our popular courses include:

One day program designed for operators, maintenance personnel and operations management.  These are typically held by our mobile training teams at the customer plant.  We combine classroom work with practical application on the plant floor. This allows you to get the most out of your equipment by enhancing the skills of your personnel at the ground level.

Topics include:

• • Machine setup, startup and operation

  • Line balancing and calibration

  • System control

  • Machine shutdown and sanitation

  • Maintenance

  • Safety considerations

Three day program designed for R&D, operations management, engineering and technical personnel. Raw materials Topics include:

• • Pasta processing fundamentals

  • Advanced extrusion theory

  • Cereal chemistry relating to pasta products

  • Dies - theory, balancing and maintenance

  • Blancher operations

  • Drying theory

Contact DEMACO for more information: 321.952.6600.