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Products Finishing Conferences
Upcoming Conferences
CCAI Annual Meeting / June 19-21, 2013
CCAI 2013 Annual Meeting, June 19 - 21 in Mt. Hood, OR.
SUR/FIN 2013 from the NASF / June 10-12, 2013
With a record pace of exhibit space sales, NASF’s SUR/FIN 2013 Manufacturing/Technology Tradeshow & Conference continues to outpace last year’s exhibit space reservations. The event will be held from June 10-12, 2013 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL.
Past Conferences
NASF Mid-Winter Surface Finishing Conference & Exposition / January 23-25, 2013
Sponsored by the NASF's Midwest Florida Branch, Orlando Branch South and Florida Branch, the NASF Mid-Winter Surface Finishing Conference & Exposition is three days of educational seminars and information for anyone in the finishing industry
CCAI's FABTECH 2012 / November 12-14, 2012
North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event heads to the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, November 12-14, 2012. FABTECH gives you all the tools you need to improve productivity, increase profits and find new ways to survive in today’s competitive business environment, making it the one trade show to meet all your needs.
NASF/AESF Palmetto Branch Presents: 4th Annual Myrtle Beach Technical Conference / October 3-5, 2012
The 4th Annual Myrtle Beach Technical Conference features technical and informational sessions, including a Keynote addresses by NASF Executive Director Christian Richter and Alan Tonelson, Research Fellow at the U.S. Business and Industry Council. Also included are fun activities for all attendees.
NASF SUR/FIN / June 11-14, 2012
Now in its 94th year, SUR/FIN has been the trusted resource for what’s next in surface finishing. Regardless of your particular objectives, SUR/FIN offers everything you need to build a more prosperous, efficient business and robust future.
ECOAT2012 Electrocoat Conference / April 10-12, 2012
parts2clean / October 25-27, 2011
International Leading Trade Fair for Cleaning in Production and Maintenance Processes
3rd Annual NASF Palmetto Technical Conference / October 5-7, 2011
Theme: Winning In An Ever-Changing World Economy. October 5-7 in Myrtle Beach, SC
NESHAP Subpart HHHHHH “6H” Half-Day Training Program / September 6, 2011
Occupational Health & Safety Virtual Event / August 31, 2011
Intro to Coatings Composition and Specifications / July 18-20, 2011
Powder Coating Forum / June 7-8, 2011
Powder Coating Forum is a 2-day workshop and symposium that provides the basics of powder coating formulation, emerging technologies & trends and networking with leading industry providers to discuss best practices. On day one attendees receive hands-on learning experience at a live demonstration of the powder coating manufacturing process at a local research lab. Day two consists of a symposium led by industry experts illuminating the latest powder coating materials and processing technology.www.powdercoatingsforum.com
Cleveland Coatings Society Symposium / May 24-25, 2011
http://www.clevelandcoatingssociety.org/
SF Expo China 2011 / May 11-13, 2011
This biennial industry event is jointly organized by China Surface Engineering Association Electroplating Branch, Powder Coating Institute (USA), Guangdong Electroplating Association and Wise Exhibition (Guangdong) Co., Ltd.. Many technical forums and seminars on surface finishing will also be held concurrently.
Porcelain Enamel Institute Technical Forum / May 10-12, 2011
Introduction to Paint Formulation / May 9-13, 2011
This course is intended to give the person a fundamental knowledge of how to approach a starting formulation and troubleshoot it. This course involves both lecture and laboratory work. http://coatings.mst.edu/
Troubleshooting Coatings Defects Symposium / April 14, 2011
NASF Washington Forum / April 12-14, 2011
Attendees called last year's Washington Forum "one of the best yet!" With nearly 100 participants and over 20 expert speakers, the program focused on strategic issues and immediate priorities for finishing operations and companies in the finishing supply chain.
Basic Composition of Coatings / March 28-1, 2011
The Basic Composition course is intended for new personnel in the coatings profession. It targets the components of coatings (resin, pigments, extenders, solvents and additives), testing and specifications, general formulation and manufacturing methods. Basic Composition is primarily a lecture course with several laboratory demonstrations. http://coatings.mst.edu/
Spray Finishing Technology Workshops / March 9-11, 2011
Learn about a broad spectrum of spray finishing equipment and techniques applicable to many levels of experience! https://www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/spray2011-brochure.pdf
NASF Management Conference / February 27-2, 2011
NASF is pleased to announce that Larry Oxenham, author, senior advisor and one of America's top asset protection experts will be a featured speaker at NASF's Management Conference.
Polyurethanes for high performance coatings VI / December 7-8, 2010
This conference gathers PUR coating developers and users to learn about and scrutinize the latest technical developments in the field.
Introduction to Anodizing Workshop / December 7-8, 2010
The Introduction to Anodizing Workshop is designed to increase the knowledge and ability of anyone involved in operating an anodizing line.
The Chemistry, Physics and Mechanics of Adhesion Science / December 6-8, 2010
MST Conferences will present a three-day course, Dec. 6-8, 2010, in Orlando, Fla., that will provide an overview of the chemistry, physics and mechanics of adhesion in regard to understanding fundamental adhesion mechanisms. This course will be taught by Dr. Kash L. Mittal and Dr. Robert H. Lacombe. Dr. Mittal is editor-in-chief of the Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology. Dr. Lacombe is a scientist and engineer in the microelectronics industry and has taught a short course on adhesion measurement methods for the past eleven years. His published handbook and reference volume on this topic will be made available to all students who attend the course. For more information, visit mstconf.com/AdhesionCourse.htm or call 845-897-1654.
Spray Finishing Technology Workshop / November 10-12, 2010
Learn about a broad spectrum of spray finishing equipment and techniques applicable to many levels of experience. https://www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/spray2010.pdf
Eurocoat 2010 / November 9-11, 2010
Eurocoat is the leading Trade Show in Southern Europe and North Africa for know-how and innovation in the Coating Industry.
European Coatings Conference: Smart Coatings VI / November 9-10, 2010
Smart coatings are often referred to as structured coatings which provide additional benefits by giving an appropriate response to outside conditions. Much talked about are self-healing, antifingerprint and anti-ice coatings, to name only a few. Apparently the attention for these materials is still on the rise – not only in academic circles but also in the industry. Attendees will get an overview of current developments for smart coatings.
EN Conference / November 8-9, 2010
The Electroless Nickel conference was started in 1979 to help finishers discover EN, a powerful tool that offers abrasion resistance, corrosion protection, low surface friction and complete coverage of intricate cavities. Since it's inception, the EN conference has been dedicated exclusively to demonstrating how this technology can be utilized by veterans and newcomers alike.