Professional Fabrication Training & Certification Programs for Solid Surface and Quartz
See additional information below on the following programs:
- ISFA Certified Professional Solid Surface Fabrication Trainings
Dates: March 28 - 29, 2023, June 6 - 7, 2023, and August 8 - 9, 2023 - ISFA On-Site Fabrication Training
Dates: On-Demand (2-day and 3-day programs)
ISFA Certified Professional Solid Surface Fabrication Trainings
www.isfanow.org/solid-surface-fabrication
Dates: March 28 - 29, 2023
Location: Gecko Solid Surface Solutions
4630 Sinclair Rd
San Antonio, Texas 78222
Dates: June 6 - 7, 2023
Location: Lakewood Countertops
10513 Lakeview Ave SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
Dates: August 8 - 9, 2023
Location: Gecko Solid Surface Solutions
4630 Sinclair Rd
San Antonio, Texas 78222
What’s included?
Whether you’re a new shop just starting out or an established operation looking to grow, ISFA’s Solid Surface Fabrication Training program is a terrific way to make sure your staff has the skills they need to fabricate all kinds of solid surfaces. The training is open to anyone interested, and it is discounted for ISFA members.
Basic fabrication instruction includes Product Orientation, Safety, Tooling, Fabrication & Installation. More advanced instruction includes Manufacturer’s Fabrication/Installation Requirements. This training program is approved by all major solid surface manufacturers.
Who’s eligible?
This class is for individuals new to solid surface fabrication with base-level experience in carpentry, millwork or other related fields. It's also well suited for those who wish to refresh their skills.
Not a fabricator? No problem! Take advantage of the non-certified observer option to watch and learn. This is a great option for office staff or project managers who could benefit from context around the fabrication process.
Program:
Training includes 2 1/2 days (50% classroom, 50% shop time) with the opportunity for additional hands-on practice post training.
Sessions include product knowledge, handling, inspection, safety, tooling, shop layout, templating, material layout, cutting, seaming, edge treatments, sink and bowl mounting, cutouts, backsplashes, thermoforming, finishing, repair, installation, overhangs and more.
Whether it’s the window cling on your truck, certificate framed in your office or our logo proudly displayed on your website, customers will know you’re a professional ISFA Certified Fabricator!
Visit www.isfanow.org/solid-surface-fabrication to learn more!
Contact Carol Wilhite at 888-599-ISFA or carol@isfanow.org to register.
ISFA On-Site Fabrication Training
www.isfanow.org/on-site-fabrication.
Your Tools. Your Staff. Your Shop. Our Expertise.
Program Overview:
If you are looking to train your staff on Solid Surface and Quartz/Stone Fabrication, we can bring our expertise to you! ISFA On-Demand is a customized Solid Surface training program for our members designed to meet the needs of your business. Basic fabrication instruction includes Product Orientation, Safety, Tooling, Fabrication & Installation. More advanced instruction includes Manufacturer’s Fabrication/Installation Requirements.
Benefits:
- Allows your staff to train in your shop using your own tools.
- Instructor can assist with starting a new job.
- The trainees/students can remain in the shop and not lose travel days.
- Far more economical to pay trainer travel than your staff’s travel expenses.
- Trainer can assess additional on-site needs and make recommendations.
Program:
2-day (50% Classroom, 50% Shop)
Includes product knowledge, handling, inspection, safety, tooling, shop layout, templating, material layout, cutting, seaming, edge treatments, sink & bowl mounting, cutouts, backsplashes, thermoforming, finishing, basic repair, installation, support, overhangs and inlays.
3-Day (55% classroom, 45% Shop)
Includes the above plus students complete a kitchen countertop project in teams. And may include shop layout and efficiency audits, on-site consultation, specialty production and installation training.
Requirements:
- Standard woodworking tools plus solid surface specialty tooling. Trainer will a provide list.
- Shop needs to be a solid surface or woodworking shop of 800 sq/feet minimum.
- Needs to have an area for classroom type instruction.
Whether it’s the window cling on your truck, certificate framed in your office or our logo proudly displayed on your website, customers will know you’re a professional ISFA Certified Fabricator!
Learn more at www.isfanow.org/on-site-fabrication.
Contact Carol at carol@isfanow.org to register!