FSCT announces two new ACSeries programs for 2006: 'Additives' and '21st Century Manufacturing' co-locate in Rosemont.Building on the success of its 2005 Advancements in Coatings Series (ACSeries), the FSCT FSCT Federation of Societies for Coating Technology FSCT Fire Support Control Terminal is planning two new events for 2006. To be co-located at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in Rosemont, IL, "Additives 2006" and "21st Century Manufacturing: Efficiency AND Compliance," will be held on June 17-19, 2006. Bridging these programs will be the ACSeries Expo, featuring products and services related to these two areas. Additives 2006 This informative symposium will provide attendees with a practical understanding of the concepts and available technologies for a wide range of additives commonly used to improve performance in both water-borne and solvent-based coatings Potential topics include adhesion promoters, surface active agents, nanotechnology-based additives, corrosion inhibitors A corrosion inhibitor is a chemical compound that, when added in small concentration, stops or slows down corrosion of metals and alloys. A typical good corrosion inhibitor will give 95% inhibition at concentration of 80 ppm, and 90% at 40 ppm. , antimicrobial antimicrobial /an·ti·mi·cro·bi·al/ (-mi-kro´be-al) 1. killing microorganisms or suppressing their multiplication or growth. 2. an agent with such effects. and antifouling an·ti·foul·ing adj. Counteracting or preventing the building up of deposits on underwater surfaces, such as the undersides of boats: antifouling paint. agents, preservative preservative Any of numerous chemical additives used to prevent or slow food spoilage caused by chemical changes (e.g., oxidation, mold growth) and maintain a fresh appearance and consistency. Antimycotics (e.g. and stabilizers, as well as effect pigments for waxes and lubricants lubricants preparations for the lubrication of passages to reduce frictional injury, e.g. oily preparations, including petroleum jelly, lanolin or water-soluble preparations such as methyl cellulose. . "Additives 2006" will feature a one-day short course, followed by a two-day symposium with presentations offered in separate, themed tracks. The program is being developed by an Organizing Task Force, headed by Jamil Baghdachi, of Eastern Michigan University Eastern Michigan University, mainly at Ypsilanti, Mich.; coeducational; founded 1849 as a normal school, became Eastern Michigan College in 1956, gained university status in 1959. , Ypsilanti, MI. This ACSeries is intended for coatings formulators, including R & D application development and technical service personnel, as well as end-users of coatings, ink, adhesives, and sealants. 21st Century Manufacturing: Efficiency AND Compliance Sponsored by the FSCT and the National Paint & Coatings Association (NPCA NPCA National Parks Conservation Association NPCA National Peace Corps Association NPCA National Precast Concrete Association NPCA National Paint & Coatings Association NPCA National Pest Control Association NPCA Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority ), "21st Century Manufacturing: Efficiency AND Compliance" will provide small and medium-sized coatings companies with the knowledge and tools to improve manufacturing operations Manufacturing operations concern the operation of a facility, as opposed to maintenance, supply and distribution, health, and safety, emergency response, human resources, security, information technology and other infrastructural support organizations. in order to compete with regional and national paint companies. In addition, the symposium addresses the regulatory landscape so that these companies can prepare for future environmental regulations. The program consists of a three-day conference a one day short course followed by a two-day symposium featuring 30-60 minute paper presentations offered in themed tracks in the mornings, with optional plant tours in the afternoons. The program, being developed by the Manufacturing Task Force headed by Kevin Reid, of Orr & Boss, Plymouth, MI, is expected to attract professionals from small to mid-sized paint companies involved in areas such as manufacturing, planning and scheduling, warehousing, transportation, environmental, and sales and marketing. This ACSeries will focus on topics such as equipment and processing strategies, the use of paint-on-demand systems, new concepts in planning and scheduling, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) An integrated information system that serves all departments within an enterprise. Evolving out of the manufacturing industry, ERP implies the use of packaged software rather than proprietary software written by or for one customer. system implementation, simple, accurate product costings systems, inventory control, and transportation and distribution management. Presenters will discuss how smaller companies can compete with the "800-pound gorillas" through competitive economies in delivering products and services. In addition, the program will cover the regulatory landscape and the environmental challenges facing smaller paint companies. ACSeries Expo Planning is currently underway for the "ACSeries Expo," which will be held in conjunction with the Additives and 21st Century Manufacturing programs. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the products and services related to these respective areas through tabletop displays. The Expo will be featured as part of the Networking Reception on June 19 and the Symposium Luncheon on June 20. Exhibit hours have been extended to allow greater interaction and participation. General Information Attendee at·tend·ee n. One who is present at or attends a function. See Usage Note at -ee1. attendee Noun a person who is present at a specified event Noun 1. registration and hotel information will be available in early spring. Contact FSCT at 492 Norristown Rd., Blue Bell, PA 19422-2350; 610.940.0777; email fsct@coatingstech.org. Exhibit information and applications can be obtained by contacting FSCT or downloading the exhibit brochure at www.coatingstech.org. |
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