Global conference on minerals as additives, pigments and fillers in polymers
Organized by:Applied Market Information LLC.
December 1-2, 2010The Hilton Atlanta,
Atlanta, GA, United States
SPECIAL OFFER Register before October 22nd and save $190!
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C O N F E R E N C E P R O G R A M
December 1-2, 2010The Hilton Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, United States
AMI is pleased to announce the program for the AMI international conference on Minerals in Compounding 2010, to be held December 1-2, 2010 at The Hilton Atlanta, Atlanta, GA.
Minerals and other particulate materials used in plastics represent a multi-billion dollar industry that continues to grow year after year. The wide adoption and steady growth of these materials is due to the tremendous spectrum of properties that they bring. By judicious use of such additives, one can achieve mechanical, electrical, thermal, color and optical performance far beyond that achievable using polymer alone. Not only that, but they offer a cost-effective way to reach those properties.
This conference is the ideal opportunity to review the latest developments in minerals as traditional fillers, additives and pigments, and to learn about new specialty filler types. The effects of processing conditions will be presented as will the vital role of compound formulation including dispersants, coupling agents and stabilizers. In short, the very strong program provides everything you need to make better products and obtain an edge over your competitors.
There is no one ideal material that works well in every situation. Designing good materials means knowing the pros and cons that each type of particulate additive brings. Rather than emphasizing the theoretical and academic aspects of composite materials, this conference concentrates on the real-world optimization and use of compounds to meet the demands of applications in sectors ranging from packaging, automotive, appliance, building and electronics to aerospace.
Just as important as the technical side, is the opportunity to meet customers, suppliers and consultants so you can create the relationships and partnerships needed to be competitive both now and in the future. Minerals in Compounding 2010 includes networking opportunities and an atmosphere conducive to meeting new people and developing relationships. The Atlanta venue is easy to reach and surrounded by plastics and minerals industry, so you can combine your trip with customer visits. So the only thing left is to book your place now.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION OFFERRegister before October 22nd and save $190. There are additional discounts for group bookings. The registration fee includes attendance at all conference sessions, the cocktail reception, lunch and refreshment breaks on both days, and a set of conference proceedings.
CONFERENCE HOTLINECall Jessie Martin, Conference Coordinatoron +1 610 478 0800or fax to +1 610 478 0900email: [email protected] further information about this event.
SEE THE LATEST INFORMATION AND CONFIRMED SPEAKERS AT WWW.AMICONFERENCES.COM
Wednesday December 1, 2010
08.00 Registration and welcome coffee09.00 Opening announcements
SESSION 1: OVERVIEW & FUNCTIONAL FILLERS
9.10 Filled plastics: facts and fallacies Dr. Chris DeArmitt, President PHANTOM PLASTICS, United States
9.40 Calcium carbonate – filling the needs of the plastics industry Mr. Charles-Etienne Houssa, Regional Sales Manager OMYA, United States
10:10 The milestones of a milled stone – the fundamentals and performances of talc in plastics Mr. Frans Venema, Technical Support Manager Plastics MONDO MINERALS BV, Netherlands
10:40-11:10 Coffee break
11:10 Enhancing polymer properties using shape engineered minerals Mr. Chris Paynter, Director: Technology and Regulatory Affairs IMERYS: PERFORMANCE MINERALS NORTH AMERICA, United States
11:40 High performance fillers – functional fillers for the purpose of setting the mechanical and thermal properties of polyamide compounds Dr. Jörg Ulrich Zilles, Head of Product Development QUARZWERKE GmbH, Germany
12.10-1.40 Lunch
SESSION 2: FLAME RETARDANT AND SPECIALTY FILLERS
1.40 High performance thermoplastics: nano inorganic fillers and modifiers for specific performance optimization Larry DiSano, Product manager Advanced Materials ENSINGER, United States
2.10 Optimized aluminum hydroxide grades with enhanced properties Mr. Vijay Kotian, Senior Research & Development Advisor ALBEMARLE CORPORATION, United States
2.40 How huntite is used to modify the polymer flow properties for faster extrusion of HFFR cables Dipl.-Ing. Stefan Viering, Business Development Manager Functional Fillers MINELCO GmbH, Germany
3.10-3.40 Coffee break
3.40 Micronized micaceous iron oxide innovative mineral filler for unique performance profiles of polymer compounds DI Christian Rupp, Manager Marketing & Sales Polymer Filler KÄRNTNER MONTANINDUSTRIE, Austria
4.10 High performance reinforcement: a pathway to density reduction while maintaining physical properties of polyolefin composites Mr. Normand Miron, Business Development Manager MILLIKEN & COMPANY, United States
C O N F E R E N C E P R O G R A M
4.40 Use of recycled glass in plastics compounding Mr. Joe Keating, President VITRO MINERALS, United States
5.15 Cocktail reception SPONSORED BY
Thursday December 2, 2010
08.00 Welcome coffee09.00 Opening announcements
SESSION 3: PROCESSING, PIGMENTS AND ADDITIVES 9:10 New developments in carbon black masterbatch and other mineral filled compounds Mr. Eberhard Dieterich, Business Unit Manager COPERION CORPORATION, United States 9.40 Film opacity: TiO2 and inorganic filler performance Dr. Philipp Niedenzu, Offering Development E.I. DUPONT, United States
10.10 A study on the effect of a unique ultra high purity colloidal silica particle on cooling time reduction Mr. Richard Oder, President ENERGY STRATEGY ASSOCIATES, INC., United States
10.40-11.10 Coffee Break 11:10 Interfacial modification of inorganic minerals using functional polybutadienes Mr. Jeremy Austin, Business Development Manager CRAY VALLEY USA, LLC, United States
11:40 The use of 100% recycled, low carbon footprint inorganic minerals derived from beneficiated pulverized fuel ash (PFA) as fillers in plastics & rubber Mr. Godfrey Short, Director – Advanced Products Division ROCKTRON LIMITED, United Kingdom
12:10-1:40 Lunch
1:40 Transport & feeding phenomena of minerals in plastics compounding operations Dr. Jaime A. Gómez, Global Business Development Manager K-TRON, United States
2:10 Single screw compounding: the 2010 paradigm shift of mixing and venting Mr. Keith Luker, President RANDCASTLE EXTRUSION SYSTEMS, INC., United States
2:40 Cyclic azasilanes: "Meeting the environmental demands of surface modified minerals" Mr. Joel Zazyczny, Vice President GELEST INC., United States
3:10 Conference ends
SPONSOR THIS EVENTA variety of sponsorship opportunities are available at this conference to help to promote your company’s products and services to this highly targeted audience. Contact the conference hotline for further information.
CONFERENCE VENUEAtlanta is a vibrant city with a big international airport for easy access. The sights include museums, shopping malls and beautiful parks, including the botanical garden. It is a multicultural experience with many types of dining & entertainment on offer.
EXHIBITION SPACEMake it easy for the delegates to find you at this busy event with your own table top exhibition space. Bring your own display stand or simply use the space to have literature and samples available to ensure that you make an impact. The table top exhibition will run throughout the conference in the spacious lobby area next to the main meeting room. Please note that this service is only available to companies registering at least one delegate to attend the conference.
Space is limited so to avoid disappointment please register for this service as soon as possible.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONDelegates are responsible for booking their own accommodation. AMI has negotiated a room rate of $129 at the Hilton Atlanta. To reserve a room please contact the hotel directly and state that you are attending AMI’s Minerals in Compounding 2010 conference.
Address: The Hilton Atlanta, 255 Courtland Street NE, AtlantaGeorgia 30303, United States. Tel: 1-404-659-2000 Fax: 1-404-221-6368
Image courtesy of: The Hilton Atlanta
5 GOOD REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND:
1. Review industry trends
2. Meet other professionals from the compounding world
3. Assess the latest technology for your business
4. Keep up to date
5. Look for new development opportunities
CONFERENCE DETAILSDATE AND LOCATION: December 1-2, 2010, The Hilton Atlanta255 Courtland Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30303United States Tel: +1 404 659 2000
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION The conference fee does not include lodging. We have negotiated a special rate of $129 per night for a single or double occupancy at The Hilton Atlanta. Please contact the hotel’s reservation department directly and be sure to mention the AMI’S MINERALS IN COMPOUNDING 2010 conference to qualify for the special room rate. Rooms are limited and will be held on a first-come, first-reserved basis. The hotel rate is guaranteed a limited number of rooms so do not delay in making your reservation for a room at the conference location. Reservation cut-off date is October 29, 2010.+1-800- 445-8667 (reservations number-toll free in the US & Canada)or log on to: www.hilton.com
REGISTRATION FEERegister before October 22nd, 2010 for only $900. Thereafter the fee will be $1090. Registration includes all sessions, conference proceedings, reception, luncheons, and break refreshments.
GROUP RATESFor companies wishing to register two or more delegates, group discounts are available. Please contact the conference coordinator for more details.
SPONSOR THIS EVENT AND PROMOTE YOUR COMPANYAMI events are more than just arenas for listening and networking. They also represent highly targeted opportunities to enhance your image and promote your products and services to an international audience.
Each event offers the following unique awareness building opportunities:sponsorship of the welcome cocktail reception, lunches, coffee breaks, and much more. For further information please contact the conference coordinator at 610-478-0800.
EXHIBITION PACKAGEThis package includes an exhibition space in the conference room where we will be hosting the cocktail reception, coffee breaks and lunch, giving exhibits maximum exposure. It also includes 1 free delegate place. Exhibitors may either use tables provided by the hotel or bring their own stand or display. Please note that only a limited number of tables are available. The cost of this package is $1900. For further information please contact the conference coordinator.
LITERATURE DISPLAYIf your company is unable to send personnel to the conference, you can still make your presence felt by using our literature display service. Send your brochures or company information to the conference and we will display them for delegates to collect at their leisure. The cost for this service is $400.
SOCIAL EVENTSThe social events organized for Minerals in Compounding 2010 will provide an ideal setting for delegates and speakers to mix business with pleasure. On the first evening, everyone is warmly invited to attend the welcome cocktail reception which will follow the first conference session.
SUBSTITUTIONS / CANCELLATIONSDelegates may be substituted at any time at no charge. We ask that you provide ample notification of substitution in order that materials can be prepared. Full refunds, less an administrative charge of $200 will only be made on cancellations received prior to November 1, 2010. We regret that we cannot make refunds on cancellations received after this date or for no-shows at the conference.
FAX FORM TO: +1 610 478 0900
CONFERENCE HOTLINE
Ms. Jessie Martin, Conference CoordinatorMs. Margit Korsak, Conference DirectorApplied Market Information LLC Tel: +1 610 478 0800833 North Park Road, Suite #204, Fax: +1 610 478 0900Wyomissing, PA 19610, USA e-mail: [email protected]
Please make copies of this registration form for others to use ordownload a PDF file copy of the brochure from our web site atwww.amiplastics-na.com
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Minerals in Compounding 2010December 1-2, 2010 The Hilton Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
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