Ipsen U

What recent Ipsen U grads had to say:
"The instructor's knowledge and ability to give in-depth explanations based on the specific processes was very helpful."
"A wealth of knowledge – maintenance, upkeep, troubleshooting and more."
"Outstanding on every level – an eye opening experience!"

About Ipsen U
Ipsen U is a practical, hands-on training course for building and refreshing your knowledge of heat processing equipment. Ipsen U's personalized courses address all levels of expertise in a casual, open-forum atmosphere that encourages attendees to ask questions on specific equipment and processes.

Download Ipsen U brochure

Contact Carol Crawford at 815-332-2518 to register, or register on-line.

To register by fax or mail, download and print the registration form.

Who should attend Ipsen U?
Ipsen U courses address all levels of expertise including:

  • Plant Managers
  • Project Managers
  • Engineers
  • Operators
  • Maintenance

What information is covered?
Our professional, experienced instructors cover a wide-range of vacuum furnace topics:

  • Introduction to Vacuum Furnaces Terminology
  • Operating, maintaining and troubleshooting
  • Green efforts – fine tuning for peak efficiency
  • Optimizing older furnaces to save costs – retrofits, tuning enhancements, etc.
  • Operation health and safety
  • Subsystems and components
  • Instrumentation and configuration set-up
  • Alarms and safety
  • Electrical mechanics – breakers, switches, sensors, etc.
  • Cycle programming
  • Basics of pumps and pumping systems
  • Specific furnace and process information
  • Mechanical overview – valves, pressure settings, leaks, etc.
  • Hot zone upkeep tips
  • EHS review

Ipsen U Course Details

  • Cost of course is $650 per student
  • Three-day course
  • Class starts everyday at 8:30am and ends at 4:30pm
  • Breakfast and lunch are provided each day of the course
  • Dinner is provided on Wednesday
  • Participants receive an Ipsen U certificate and an Ipsen polo shirt
  • Advanced reservations are required at least two weeks prior to start date as class size is limited
  • Attendees are responsible for transportation and hotel costs

Schedule for 2013
Month Date Time
February - This class is full. 5 - 7 8:30am – 4:30pm
April - This class is full. 9 - 11 8:30am – 4:30pm
June - This class is full. 4 - 6 8:30am – 4:30pm
August 6 - 8 8:30am – 4:30pm
October 8 - 10 8:30am – 4:30pm


Directions and lodging for classes in Cherry Valley

Download Ipsen U brochure

Contact Carol Crawford at 815-332-2518 to register, or register on-line.

To register by fax or mail, download and print the registration form.
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