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Join Leybold U: Hands-On Vacuum Science Training from the Experts

Reserve Your Spot for the Next Leybold U Class – February 25-27, 2025

Learn the fundamentals of vacuum science from the world's oldest vacuum manufacturer in a hands-on, 3-day training session.

Location: Leybold's new training facility in Export, PA
Fee: $2,295 per person (includes breakfast, lunch, and course materials)

Spots are filling up quickly and are reserved on a first come first serve basis. If this class fills up we plan on having another session in the spring.

 

What is Leybold U?

Leybold U is your opportunity to learn about vacuum science in a hands-on environment at the world's oldest vacuum manufacturer. Learn about vacuum technology from the experts themselves, while attaining a certificate of completion.

At Leybold U, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of vacuum science and technology in an interactive environment. Whether you're a technician, engineer, or non-technical professional, this course offers:

  • Practical, hands-on training.
  • Insights from industry-leading experts.
  • A certificate of completion to showcase your skill

Course content available to you:

  • Introductory trainings to cover the whole spectrum of vacuum
  • Basic seminars for technicians, as well as non-technical employees
  • Leak detection seminars
  • Practical, hands-on training
  • Customer-specific seminars, tailored to your individual needs
  • Advanced seminars
  • Or a combination of any of the above

Course Agenda

Day 1:

  • Welcome address and introduction
  • Fundamentals of vacuum physics (Part 1): Gases and vacuum defined
  • Ice and balloon/marshmallow experiments
  • Explanation of key terms: Quantity of Gas, Gas throughput
  • Fundamentals of vacuum physics (Part 2)
  • PASCAL simulations and conductance experiments

Day 2:

  • Overview of wet and dry vacuum pumps
  • Roots blowers, turbomolecular pumps, cryo, and diffusion pumps
  • Pump videos, animations, and hands-on experiments

Day 3:

  • Total pressure measurement fundamentals (gauges)
  • Leak detection techniques and vacuum system operations
  • Time for Q&A and a summary
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