FABTECH 2024, North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event, will take place in Orlando, Florida, from October 15-17. Source: CCAI
Are you looking to explore the latest surface finishing technologies, share knowledge, network with industry peers and gain insights into manufacturing trends that will help you prepare for what’s on the horizon? FABTECH 2024 is the place to be. This year, FABTECH will take place in Orlando, Florida, from October 15 to 17. Now in its 15th year as a FABTECH partner, The Chemical Coaters Association International (CCAI) FINISHING Pavilion and Conference offers a look at the latest surface finishing innovations, products and services, and provides a wealth of educational opportunities.
“We’re excited to take FABTECH to one of the best convention centers in the country,” says CCAI Executive Director, Anne Goyer. “It’s great to have our FINISHING Pavilion located directly across from our FINISHING Conference meeting rooms this year. It makes it easy for attendees to get from the show floor to conference sessions and back to the show floor.”
Training and education have always been at the forefront of CCAI’s mission, and the conference program features 23 sessions with expert-led presentations covering a wide range of technical topics for all finishing professionals.
FABTECH 2024 features CCAI's popular FAB to FINISH production experience, enabling attendees to experiment with finishing processes on the show floor. Source: Products Finishing
FABTECH 2024 also features the seventh edition of CCAI’s FAB to FINISH Production Experience, a popular program offering attendees with a first-hand opportunity to participate in a part’s production from fabrication to finishing. The production route follows a souvenir part being laser cut and bent, and then through a finishing production route to participating CCAI corporate member exhibitor booths, where the part will be cleaned, powder coated and cured. Some routes will feature paint stripping. Don’t miss out!
For show updates and conference and registration information, visit fabtechexpo.com.
CCAI’s FINISHING Pavilion and Conference offers insights into all aspects of industrial surface finishing.
Source: CCAI
General Information
- Location: Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Fla.
- Dates: October 15-17, 2024
- Registration: fabtechexpo.com
Show Dates & Hours:
- Tuesday, Oct. 15 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday, Oct. 16 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday, Oct. 17 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Free Exhibition Registration: Enter promo code FBCCAI for free admission to the expo.
Finishing Conference Registration: Registration for the conference sessions is separate and open now. Visit fabtechexpo.com/conference
Hotels: FABTECH has negotiated the lowest hotel rates for exhibitors and attendees at the most popular and convenient hotels in Orlando. Reserve rooms now through onPeak, the official hotel provider for FABTECH. Visit fabtechexpo.com and click Hotel & Travel at the top of the homepage.
FABTECH 2024 Finishing Conference Program
Tuesday, Oct. 15
10:00 – 11:30 AM
C11: All Aboard: An Interactive Trip Through the Powder Coating Process
- Steve Houston, Vitracoat Powder Coatings
- John Cole, Parker Ionics
- Brian Korecky, Bulk Chemicals
C12: Enhancing Productivity and Precision: Optimal Masking and Racking Strategies
Line Density: The Rest of the Story
- Ryan Allen, Gema USA Inc.
Innovating Masking Designs and Materials
- Cliff Shephard, Echo Engineering
C13: Sustainability & Decarbonization for Industrial Finishing – is it on Your Company’s Radar?
Tuesday, Oct. 15
1:00 – 2:30 PM
C21: ABCs of Finishing System Design
- John Sudges, Midwest Finishing Systems Inc.
- Frank Mohar, Nordson Corp.
- Mike Withers, Axalta Coatings
C22: Choose Your Own Adventure: Selecting a Chemistry For Your Pretreatment
- Diana St. Jacques, DuBois Chemicals
C23: Optimizing Operations Using Advancements in Transfer Efficiency and Low Cure Powders
Technology in Powder
Accelerating Toward a Net Zero Carbon Future: The Role of Low-Bake Powder Coatings Technology in Sustainable Manufacturing
- Aric Yarosz, Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc.
Tuesday, Oct. 15
3:00 – 4:30 PM
C31: Use Your Tools Wisely
Tools of the Trade
- Josh Gilmore and Kyle Vinther, Sames
The Importance of Proper Inspection Lighting on the Quality of Product Finishing
- Jerry Trostle, Wenker Inc.
C32: Evaluating Oven Efficiencies and Curing Solutions
Gas Catalytic Infrared: Hypothesis or Noteworthy Science?
- Eric Bellon, Vulcan IR Systems
Improving Oven Performance Through Self-Auditing
- Lee McWhorter, TITAN-Catalytic
C33: How Sustainability Drives Powder Coating Usage
Powder - The Sustainable Choice for Corrosion Protection
Furthering Sustainability in Powder
Wednesday, Oct. 16
8:00 – 9:30 AM
C41: Batch vs. Automated Finishing Systems: Which is Right for You?
- Nick Dawson, Koch Finishing Systems
- Frank Mohar, Nordson Corp.
C42: Forging New Frontiers: Robotics and Automation on Finishing Lines
Are We Ready For Collaborative Paint Robots in the Finishing Industry?
- Barton Faylor, FANUC America
Investing in Powder Automation
C43: Color Change Flexibility: To Infinity and Beyond!
- Jeff Hale and Ryan Allen, Gema USA Inc.
Wednesday, Oct. 16
10:00 – 11:30 AM
C51: Down and Dirty: Cleaning Up Your Pretreatment Processes
Minimizing Contamination in Your Pretreatment System
- Mike Pypiak, Circle Prosco Inc.
Unlocking Cleaner Futures: Membrane Filtration for Profitability and Sustainability
- Fernando Carminholi, Hubbard-Hall
C52: How to Choose the Right Protective Coating
- Matthew Rush, Christopher Graniero and Sarah Sisley, PPG
C53: An Interactive Exploration of Infrared Curing for Finishing Applications
Wednesday, Oct. 16
1:00 – 2:30 PM
C61: Consistency Across Unconventional Substrates: Achieving Your Specification Goals
You Want to Powder Coat WHAT?
- Josh Gilmore and Micky Ricard, Sames
Optimizing Coating Uniformity: Advanced Analysis and Precision in Powder Application Processes
- Marlon Boldrini, coatingAI
- Aric Yarosz, Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc.
C62: You Don't Know Me from Atom(ization)
Understanding and Controlling Chaos in the Atomization Process
- Colin Horne, Carlisle Fluid Technologies
Ultrahigh Transfer Efficient Rotary Atomizer Technology
- Justin Hooper, Carlisle Fluid Technologies
C63: Consolidating Data for Effective Process Management
- Jeff Halonen, Steelhead Technologies
- Julian Carpenter, Bean’s Best LLC
Thursday, Oct. 17
8:00 – 9:30 AM
C71: Maintaining Your Finishing Line
Enhancing In-House Paint Removal for Sustainable Operations: Boosting Productivity and Reducing Operational Costs
- Stephen Taylor, Atotech - An MKS Brand
Innovations in Conveyor Chain Lubrication, Maintenance, & Monitoring
- Justin Anderson, LubeCon USA
Descaling a Washer
- Polly Higgins, Henkel Corporation
C72: Water Conservation Through Reuse Solutions
Water Reuse in the Finishing Industry
- Thomas Neeley, Koch Finishing Systems
Conserving Resources - Driving Operational Savings to the Bottom Line
- Jeff Blain, Circle-Prosco Inc.
C73: New Generations of Powder Coating Technology
Thursday, Oct. 17
10:00 – 11:30 AM
C81: See It, Touch It, Fix It
- David Schimpff, DuBois Chemicals Inc.
C82: Technology Today to Prepare for Robotics in Finishing Tomorrow
- Derek DeGeest and Brad Ruppert, DeGeest Corp.
FABTECH 2024 will feature more than 170 exhibitors.
Source: CCAI
Finishing Exhibitor List
Listed below are exhibitors in the Finishing Pavilion (as of July 1) along with corresponding booth numbers.
3D.aero GmbH W2781
4JET Technologies W2212
Accudraft Paint Booths W2854
Airblast AFC W2755
AIS Finishing Systems W2374
Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc. W2634
Alabama Washer and Oven W2352
Amiberica Inc. W2273
Anest Iwata USA Inc. W2664
ATL W2289
Atmospheric Plasma Solutions W2245
Atotech / An MKS Brand W2313
Axalta Coating Systems W2401
Ayrven W2233
AZZ Metal Coatings W2304
Baril Coatings W2481
Bayco Ovens W2204
BCI Surface Technologies (Bulk Chemicals Inc.) W2465
Belco Industries Inc. W2355
Blast Cleaning Technologies W2421
Blastec Inc. W2471
BlastOne International W2309
BOCE Industrial Systems W2208
Brush Research Manufacturing W2375
CALDAN Conveyor W2280
CAPLUGS / SHERCON W2261
Cardinal Paint and Powder W2241
Carlisle Fluid Technologies W2640
Catalytic Industrial Systems W2433
CESCO W2285
Chemical Coaters Assoc International W2341
Circle-Prosco Inc. W2574
Clearclad Coatings W2812
Colonial Coatings W2213
Combustion and Systems Inc. W2209
Daifuku America Corp. W2370
Decalcorama W2291
Decoral W2381
DeFelsko Corp. W2741
Diamond H2O W2745
Diamond Vogel Paint & Coatings W2800
Digilube Systems W2484
DI-MA W2366
Dinamec Systems W2412
DuBois Chemicals W2229
Dürr Systems Inc. W2329
ECO Burn-Off Ovens W2344
Ecoclean Inc. W2310
Elcometer Inc. W2255
Electron W2670
Elektrim Motors W2445
Empire Abrasive Equipment Co. W2891
Epner Technology Inc. W2246
Ervin Industries W2564
FAMIS Inc. W2475
FANUC America Corp – Paint Booth W2729
Filter Junkie (Filterjunkie.com) W2485
Fischer Technology Inc. W2874
Frank Lowe W2271
Galv-Pro Products W2364
GAT Finishing Systems W2413
Gema USA Inc. W2620
General Fabrications Corp. W2220
Global Finishing Solutions W2235
Goff Inc. W2771
HafcoVac W2532
Heatmax Heaters W2292
Hebei Hanna Technology Co. Ltd.W2688
Hedson Technologies North America W2254
Henkel W2405
Hentzen Coatings W2504
HERR Industrial Inc. W2368
IFS Coatings Inc. W2721
INTEK Corp. W2205
IntelliFinishing W2221
IPCM International Paint & Coating Magazine W2384
Jiangsu Renhe Environmental Equipments Co Ltd. W2275
Koch Finishing Systems W2701
Kresco Solutions Inc. W2274
KTA-Tator Inc. W2244
KYZEN W2810
LDPI Inc. W2554
LestaUSA Integrated by DeGeest W2317
Linde Advanced Material Technologies W2234
Lineage Metallurgical W2386
LPI Lift Systems W2455
LS Industries Inc. W2361
LubeCon W2265
Luoyang Xincheng Precision Machinery Co. Ltd. W2487
MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions W2884
MacDermid Envio Solutions W2886
Magic Rack/Production Plus Corp. W2409
Mankiewicz Coatings W2270
Marpol W2385
Marvel Industrial Coatings W2806
Matech Makina W2388
Micron Fiber Tech W2269
Midwest Finishing Systems W2429
Mighty Hook Inc. W2508
M-Tek Spray Booths W2474
Narran Laser Cleaning W2288
NikoTrack W2844
Nitrex Metal Inc. W2287
Nordson W2600
Pangborn W2351
Parker Ionics W2715
Patriot Powder Coating W2260
PEM Inc W2461
Pollution Control Products Co. W2215
Polyhose - ExitFlex W2293
Porcelain Enamel Institute W2284
Powder Coated Tough W2749
Powder Coating Institute W2749
PPG W2775
Prismatic Powders Cerakote W2890
Products Finishing Magazine W2228
Pulverit W2692
Railtechniek van Herwijnen W2390
RAMPF Group Inc. W2470
Reliant Finishing Systems W2680
RGI Spraybooths.Net W2761
RHODIUS Abrasives W2789
Richard's Paint W2787
Richards-Wilcox Inc. W2236
Rohner Finishing Systems LLC W2435
RollSeal Inc. W2814
RTT Engineered Solutions W2480
Ruthman Companies- Gusher, RAE and Process Systems' Deming VTP Pumps W2252
Sames W2628
Sata Spray Equipment W2804
SFX Laser W2491
Sherwin-Williams W2612
Smak Handling W2550
South Atlantic Galvanizing W2590
Southern Fluid Systems W2253
Southern Systems International LLC W2548
Spray Systems Inc. W2451
Spray Tech Junair W2675
Sprimag Inc. W2447
Steelhead Technologies W2332
Surface Engineering & Alloy Powders Inc W2391
SurfacePrep W2365
System Technologies Inc. W2441
TCI Powder Coatings W2201
Technic W2240
Tecnofirma America Inc. W2852
The Electrocoat Association W2247
Therma-Tron-X Inc. W2301
Thermion W2850
TITAN-Catalytic W2705
Total Finishing Systems W2648
Trimac Industrial Systems W2707
Troy Chemical W2249
Ultimate Linings W2490
United Finishing Systems W2348
VaporTech W2544
Variable Inc. W2248
Ventilation Solutions Inc. W2753
Vitracoat Inc. W2335
Vulcan IR Systems W2216
Vulkan Blast Shot Technology W2880
Wagner Industrial Solutions W2654
Washington Mills Ceramics W2250
Webb-Stiles Co. W2308
Wenker Inc. W2371
Wheelabrator Group W2660
Winoa W2200
WolfRayet W2846
Worldwide Finishing & Supply Inc. W2870
Xiamen Daxing Industry W2888
Zhengzhou Liyuan Haina Rectifier Co. Ltd. W2588
Zhongshan Tensun Welding Equipment Co. Ltd. W2819
ZonePro W2286