Join us for a 2-Day Pretzel Training Seminar at the RBS Innovation Center
Cost: $1,200
Dates: February 3-4, 2026
Location: RBS Science & Innovation Center: 7 Corporate Blvd., Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania, USA
If you’re new to pretzel production - or simply want a solid refresher - this hands-on seminar will give you the foundation, knowledge, and practical skills to be successful.
Over two days, you’ll gain a complete understanding of the pretzel-making process, from raw ingredients to the finished product. Our experts will guide you through every stage, including ingredient selection, mixing, extrusion, proofing, cooking, baking, and drying.
See the process come to life through demonstrations and hands-on activities in our RBS Science & Innovation Center, featuring both batch and continuous mixing, standard pretzels, gluten-free pretzels, co-extruded filled nuggets, and more. Along the way, you’ll learn the fundamentals of key equipment, explore best practices, and build the confidence to troubleshoot common challenges.
The 2025 RBS Pretzel Training Seminar is open exclusively to RBS customers and snack manufacturers. Space is limited to ensure an interactive and personalized experience.
Ready to sign up?
Complete the registration form on this page. Once your registration is approved, you’ll receive an email with a link to submit payment.
RBS reserves the right to cancel this seminar in the event of insufficient registration or instructor emergency. In such cases, full refunds will be issued. The liability of RBS is limited to the registration fee amount.
Seminar Agenda
8:00 – 8:30 – Arrival, Registration & Networking
Coffee, light refreshments, and time to connect with other attendees, RBS experts, and industry partners.
8:30 – 9:00 – Opening Comments & Agenda Overview
Meet the presenters and learn how each session will help you improve pretzel production skills and processes.
9:00 – 10:00 – Pretzel Ingredient Selection & Batch Mixing
See how ingredient choice impacts dough performance and texture. Learn batch mixing techniques to achieve consistent results and minimize waste.
10:00 – 11:00 – Demonstration: Corn-Based Pretzels
See this uniquely formulated pretzel made and visit Mixing, Forming and Oven/Dryer stations to review setup, operation, and changeover tips.
11:00 – 12:00 – Extrusion & Proofing
Learn about Low Pressure Extrusion and the proofing process. RBS experts will show you how to solve real-world challenges and maintain consistent throughput.
12:00 – 1:00 – Lunch & Networking
1:00 – 2:00 – Continuous Mixing: Improved Consistency & Efficiency
Explore how continuous mixing reduces labor, improves dough consistency, and simplifies the mixing process.
2:00 – 3:00 – Demonstration: Long Stick Baking
See the effect of balanced heat application on the straightness of stick pretzels. Rotate between Continuous Mixing, Forming and Oven/Dryer stations.
3:00 – 4:00 – Gluten-Free Ingredient Insights
Learn about gluten-free ingredient innovations to enhance quality and expand product offerings.
4:00 – 4:30 – Wrap-Up and Q&A
4:30 – 5:30 – Networking Happy Hour
Join the RBS team at the Science & Innovation Center for drinks and networking.
Dinner Open – Restaurant suggestions available.
8:00 – 8:30 – Arrival & Networking
8:30 – 9:15 – Cooker & Salter Presentations
Learn process setup, maintenance, and optimization to achieve ideal pretzel texture, flavor, and appearance.
9:15 – 10:15 – Demonstration: Gluten-Free Pretzels
See gluten-free pretzels mixed, formed and baked and learn adjustments and tips for manufacturing allergen-free, better-for-you snacks.
10:15 – 11:00 – Oven & Dryer Presentation
Understand oven and dryer applications in pretzel baking and how to fine-tune heat profiles for consistent results.
11:00 – 12:00 – Reading Thermal SCORPION® Profiling System Presentation
See how to measure temperature, air velocity, heat flux, and humidity to troubleshoot uneven baking, optimize heat transfer, reduce waste, and meet FSMA Kill Step Validation requirements.
12:00 – 1:00 – Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 – Demonstration: Co-Extruded Nuggets
See filled pretzel nugget production, addressing formulation, filling challenges, and ideal baking and drying parameters.
2:00 – 4:00 – RBS Manufacturing Tour
Go behind the scenes to see how RBS equipment is engineered and built, from design to quality control.
4:00 – 4:30 – Final Wrap-Up and Q&A
Review takeaways, exchange insights, and leave with actionable ideas for your operation.