This year, the National Association for Surface Finishing (NASF) brings the SUR/FIN® Manufacturing & Technology Trade Show & Conference to Atlanta from June 19 to 21 at the Georgia World Congress Center. It’s never been easier for attendees and exhibitors to take part in this three-day event that brings together more than 2,500 suppliers, job shops and manufacturers, including more than 175 exhibitors representing more than 100 product areas. SUR/FIN is focused solely on the sustainability of the surface finishing industry, allowing attendees to stay up-to-date on the latest business trends and best practices.
Attendees include business owners, engineers, designers, production managers and purchasing professionals looking to enhance their business offerings to work efficiently within the global supply chain network. This annual event is specially designed to support executives who manage production and distribution throughout the world and into the hands of customers.
LEARN
Learn about in-depth processes and advanced technologies in a targeted session. Gain a broader understanding of the ever-challenging regulatory landscape. Take advantage of one of NASF’s two world-class training courses or the Industry “Boot Camp”. Experts from a variety of backgrounds will share knowledge in more than 81 informative conference presentations covering topics such as:
- Advances in Surface Finishing
- Aerospace & Defense
- Automotive
- Electronics
- Innovations Improving Productivity
- Responses to REACH
- Research Sustainability
- Surface Modifications and Technology
- Technology Increasing Performance
COLLABORATE
Collaborate with like-minded professionals to bring potential solutions and insights for everyday challenges back to your team. Obtain the latest information to streamline technology, enhance systems and remain compliant by attending our key events:
- Keynote Presentations
- Monday, June 19: J. Scot Sharland, Automotive Industry Action Group
- Tuesday, June 20: Scott Fetter, Lockheed Martin
- Complimentary Conference Sessions
- Sustainability Summit
- Nadcap Session
- Surface Finishing Boot Camp
EXPERIENCE
Experience what SUR/FIN has to offer with two full days of hands-on demonstrations showcasing the latest technologies and services, along with unique events to network and explore what Atlanta has to offer. Atlanta is a growing hub for the automotive, aerospace, defense, heavy equipment and other markets. This conference is the ideal place to get in front of key decision makers involved in the global supply chain, making up nearly 75% of attendees.
Georgia boasts the most well-recognized workforce in the nation, so SUR/FIN is guaranteed to attract some of the brightest minds in manufacturing and surface finishing processes. You’ll have chances to participate in exclusive opportunities like:
- Tuesday Night Tailgate
- Tuesday, June 20: SUR/FIN Halftime Event at the College Football Hall of Fame (6:00 p.m.)
- Grab your favorite college team sweatshirt and join us for a customized experience unlike any other. NASF brings you private access to the Hall of Fame, where your favorite college football team comes alive at interactive exhibits.
- Complimentary Receptions & Lunches
- NASF Annual Meeting
SUR/FIN’s Surface Technology Initiative highlights surface finishing’s critical contributions to the automotive, aerospace and countless other industries through networking and education opportunities. The show delivers exceptional value through access to innovations supporting progress in the surface finishing supply chain.
View the full conference schedule and register for SUR/FIN at NASFsurfin.com.
Be sure to look for our mobile app, available for iOS and Android. To learn more about exhibiting at SUR/FIN, contact NASF Event Director Cheryl Clark: [email protected] or (302) 436-5616.
Presented by the National Association for Surface Finishing
