Question 1

Until when can I register?

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Registration for the VTA seminar in Breda is possible until  27 November 2025.

Question 2

Who should I attend?

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Anyone from industrial companies of various industries, research institutes or universities working or researching with distillation technology or deciding about investments into distillation equipment.

Question 3

For whom is this seminar?

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This seminar targets professionals and students in distillation processes across industries like oils, cosmetics, recycling, pharma, and chemicals. Ideal for engineers, CTOs, COOs, R&D, production managers, CEOs, and students (special conditions apply, please contact for more info).

Question 4

What is the line-up of this seminar?

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Speakers Oliver Stoll and Roland Mühl cover thin film and short path distillation, plant setup, wiper systems, leak detection, applications, and toll distillation. Ends with a hands-on session on operating a distillation system — the seminar’s highlight.

Question 5

What to expect from the seminar?

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Make daily lab and production life easier by learning additional facts, operating tips and options if you already operate a distillation system. Get help with decision-making when you are about to invest in a distillation system.

Question 6

What language is used during the seminar?

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The seminar will be held in English. Outside the official program German and Dutch can be spoken as well.

Question 7

Do I get to see live installations?

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Yes, we will have a small laboratory distillation demo unit on site, which you can see, touch and operate. The operation steps will be demonstrated and you can try them out for yourself.

Question 8

Is the seminar free of charge?

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No. A fee of EUR 350.00 ex VAT is charged upon registration.  The ticket includes refreshments and lunch during the seminar. Promo codes are available for companies that participate with more than 2 people. Contact: nb@suurmond.com.

Question 9

Can I ask questions about my own distillation process?

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All questions are welcome and help deepen understanding for everyone. Our experienced speakers will address all distillation topics; if time is short or confidentiality is needed, we’ll give an initial answer and arrange a follow-up discussion.

Question 10

I want to cancel my participation. Can I get my money back?

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For the event in Breda, cancellations after Nov 27, 2025, get a 50% refund; substitutions allowed anytime. If participation is too low, we may cancel or postpone, refunding the full amount in case of cancellation.

Question 11

How much for a ticket?

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EUR 350.00 ex VAT for a ticket.  The price includes refreshments and lunch! For fulltime students a limited number of free tickets are available. Promo codes are available for companies that participate with more than 2 people. Contact: nb@suurmond.com.

Question 12

Can I get a Tax invoice?

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If required, Suurmond will send you a tax invoice. Suurmond BV is the official partner for VTA/ UIC in the Netherlands and in Belgium.

Question 13

Can I get my money back if I don't show up?

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In case of no show without prior notification, no refund applies.

Question 14

What is the address of the Leonardo City Hotel?

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Leonardo City Hotel, Stationsplein 14, 4811 BB BREDA (NL).

Question 15

I can’t come to the location. Can I watch online?

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As the seminar contains an important hands-on part unfortunately this is impossible.

Question 16

Where to park my car?

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You can park your car in the car park in front of the hotel for a fee of €10.00 per car per day.

Question 17

When will the location open doors?

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Registration and welcome coffee as from 8:30 am, start of seminar at 9 am.

Question 18

Will the local VTA/UIC partner Suurmond be present as well?

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Yes. The following persons will be available for either an introduction and/ or further discussions:  Chaïma Ben Ahmed and Hugo Grunder. Both sales engineers from Suurmond.

Question 19

When will the seminar be held?

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The VTA/UIC seminar will be held on Wednesday 28 January 2026. Doors open at 08.30 am, the seminar starts at 09.00 am.

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