Lancashire Textile Manufacturers' Association (LTMA).
LTMA and Industry Events
January 2008
22-23 - Introduction to textiles
The Textiles Training Group supports the textiles, clothing and related industries' training needs, be they manufacturing sourcing, retailing, buying, merchandising and administration. The group calls upon the expertise and skills of a diverse source which includes academic, industrial and individual textile experts in order to provide high level training across the textile and related fields.
For further details contact Dinah Wharton
Tel: 0113 3433758 or E-mail: training@leeds.ac.uk
23 - Understanding INCOTERMS
The Textile Training Group
For further details contact Dinah Wharton
Tel: 0113 3433758 or E-mail: training@leeds.ac.uk
29 - Export Essentials
The Textile Training Group
For further details contact Dinah Wharton
Tel: 0113 3433758 or E-mail: training@leeds.ac.uk
30 - Import Essentials
The Textile Training Group
For further details contact Dinah Wharton
Tel: 0113 3433758 or E-mail: training@leeds.ac.uk
February 2008
No Events Scheduled this month
March 2008
18 - Health & Safety Seminar
The Lancashire Occupation of Health and Safety Group are presenting a full day seminar on Tuesday 18th March 2008 in conjunction with the Health and Safety Executive and some guest speakers. The seminar will cover areas such as COSHH Principles, Work at Height, Workplace Transport and a Noise Update. The cost of the seminar is £65 per delegate including lunch.
The seminar will be held at Barton Grange Hotel, near Preston and further details can be obtained from this office.
April 2008
No Events Scheduled this month
May 2008
21 - Introduction to 3D Weaving
The Association in collaboration with NW TexNet and University of Manchester, have organised a half day seminar entitled "Introduction to 3D Weaving". The objective of the seminar is to raise awareness of 3D weaving and the opportunities it presents for member companies especially in the aero, auto and marine sectors. The seminar leader will be Professor Chris Carr of University of Manchester's Department of Textile and Paper.
The seminar will be both practical and theoretically informative and will be held on Wednesday 21st May 2008 at 10:00am until 1:00pm. There will be an opportunity to see 3D fabrics being woven.
Refreshments and lunch will be provided. If you wish to reserve places, which are free please return the booking form or contact this office by no later than 9 May 2008. An extra booking form is enclosed.
June 2008
Textile Training Group
based at Leeds University supports the textiles, clothing and related industries' training needs, be they manufacturing sourcing, retailing, buying, merchandising and administration.
Course dates and topics for June 2008 are as follows:
- 17 June - International purchasing skills
- 19 June - Non woven network seminar
- 17 - 19 June - Introduction to knitwear
- 18 - 20 June - Garment technology & making up
For further details contact Dinah Wharton, at the Textile Training Group
Telephone: 0113 343 3758 or e-mail:training@leeds.ac.uk
July 2008
No Events Scheduled this month
August 2008
5 - Apprenticeship Training Presentation
Burnley College has recently conducted a survey into the recruitment and selection needs of the weaving industry in Lancashire. The findings of that research have shown that many companies are concerned about their ageing workforces and the availability of new recruits. A number of potential new recruits for the industry will be introduced to the basics of weaving in preparation for enrolment onto an apprenticeship.
In conjunction with the Association, the college is holding a free lunchtime briefing with the Association at the Lancashire Digital Technology centre in Burnley on 5th August 2008 from 11am until 2pm.
12 - Health and Safety Seminar
The Association is to run a one day Health and Safety Update for managers and supervisors. The seminar will be held at Mytton Fold, Langho on 12 August 2008. The seminar leader will be Les Frankish.
Details of this seminar have been circulated to members. Places are still available.
September 2008
16 - The Textile Industry Advisory Committee (TEXIAC)
Invites members to attend an Open Meeting held on Tuesday 16th September 2008 at the Yew Tree Lodge Hotel, Packington Hill, Kegworth, Derby, DE74 2DF.
The themes of the event will be 'Machinery Maintenance' and 'Asbestos Dangers' and are aimed at Maintenance Managers, Maintenance Engineers and Health and Safety Managers. There will be a presentation on HSE's campaign, 'Asbestos - the hidden killer' and practical information on machinery safety during maintenance and repairs.
The event will start at 9.30am and will run until 12.30pm and is free of charge. Registration will take place from 9.00am and a buffet lunch will be included
For more information on this open meeting or a booking form please contact wendie.drammeh@hse.gsi.gov.uk
October 2008
8 - Effective Employee Management Seminar
The Association is proposing to run a one day Effective Employee Management Seminar This will be held at Mytton Fold, Langho on Wednesday 8th October 2008. The seminar leader will be Les Frankish.
Further details will be circulated in the near future.
November 2008
Parliamentary Lunch
The Textile Institute Parliamentary Lunch, will be held on 7th November 2008 at The House of Lords, London.
This prestigious event will once again be hosted by the Lord Haskel, past president of the Textile Institute. For further information please contact Bill Bohm on billbohm@textileinstitute.org and the TI London Office on 0207 580 8289 or visit www.texi.org
December 2008
No Events Scheduled this month
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