Fourteen distinct conference sessions entailing more than 60 presentations and seminars. That’s what’s in store for attendees who sign up for SUR/FIN 2010, set to take place June 14–17 at Devos Place in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Conference details for the sessions—which are open to all attendees—are as follows:
MONDAY, JUNE 14Session 1: Surface Finishing & Sustainability—What does it Mean? How surface finishing can meet today’s needs without compromising the needs of future generationsCo-chairs: Peter Gallerani, Christian Richter
2 p.m.–3 p.m. Keynote: Technology Networking and Technological Pathways for Sustainable Development of the Metal Finishing IndustrySpeaker: Dr. Yinlun Huang
3p.m.–3:30 p.m. Water Footprinting and Sustainability—Goals for Finishing Speaker: TBD
Session 2:Innovations in Surface FinishingChair: Melissa Klingenberg
2 p.m.–2:30 p.m.Microsurface Characteristics/Optimization of Textured Dies for High-Speed CoiningSpeaker: Uvon Tolber, U.S. Mint
2:30 p.m –3 p.m.Immersion Bronze PlatingSpeaker: Dr. Sergey Kruglikov Consultants
3 p.m.–3:30 p.m.HPLC Study on Copper Plating ChemistrySpeaker: Haiyan Zhang, 3M Company
3:30 p.m.–4 p.m.Hard Anodizing for Aluminum with Increased Wear ResistanceSpeaker: Dr. Xavier Albert Ventura, Laboratory of Electrochemical Research & Development
4 p.m.–4: 30 p.m.Brush Plating a Metal Matrix Composite, Cobalt-Chromium CarbideSpeaker: Sid Clouser, SIFCO Applied Concepts
4 p.m.–5 p.m.High-Speed Bulk Plating for 50 to 500 kg ChargesSpeaker: Juergen Fischer, University of North Dakota
5 p.m.–6 p.m. CONFERENCE RECEPTION
TUESDAY, JUNE 15Session 3: Economic Summit 8 a.m.–9 a.m. Is the U.S. Economy in Recovery Mode? Speaker: Ken Mayland, president, Clearview Economics
Session 4: Recent Advances in Surface Finishing ResearchChair: Jennings Taylor
8 a.m.–8:30 a.m.Improvement of Corrosion Resistance of Magnesium by Anodizing in Alkaline ElectrolytesSpeaker: Alp Manavbasi, METALAST International
8:30 a.m.– 9 a.m.Alloy Plating of Anodes for Lithium-Ion BatteriesSpeaker: Glenn Sklar
9 a.m.–9: 30 a.m.Developments in Black Electroless Nickel CoatingsSpeaker: Duncan Beckett, MacDermid plc
9:30 a.m. –10 a.m. Advanced Energy Saving Dual Purpose Alternative Anodize Process Produces Types I, II, IIB, and III High Production and Selective Brush AnodizeSpeaker: Fred Schaedel, Anodic Tech Services (ATS)
10 a.m.–10:30 a.m.Membrane Technology by Electroplating ProcessesSpeaker: Alexander Jimenez, Coventya GmbH
10:30–11 a.m. Progress in Deposition of Wear- and Corrosion-Resistant Composite Alloys Speaker: Len Nanis, Datalab
Session 5: Surface Finishing Environment Health and SafetyChair: Jerry Philips
8 a.m.–8:30 a.m.Electrochemical Reagent-Free Treatment of WastewaterSpeaker: Dr. Sergey Kruglikov, S.S., Kruglikov Consultants
8:30–9 a.m.Responsibility Environment Law of PreventionSpeaker: Dr. Xavier Albert Ventura, Laboratory of Electrochemical Research & Development
9 a.m.–9:30 a.m.Environmentally Friendly, Water-Based Anticorrosive Coatings Based on Oxy-Amino-Phosphate of MagnesiaSpeaker: Arieh Calahorra, Pigmentan Ltd.
9:30 a.m.–10 a.m.Tanks & Liners: Is Conventional Wisdom or Reliance on Internet-Based Answers Putting Your Company at Risk?Speaker: Curtis Goad, Goad Co.
10 a.m.–10:30 a.m.Voluntary Protection Programs for the Metal FinisherSpeaker: Fred Mueller, CEF, General Magnaplate Corporation
Session 6: EPA & Fume Suppressants: What’s Next? How industry & EPA are addressing the search for replacements, and how might this affect the entire industry. Chair: Christian Richter
2 p.m –2:30 p.m.Non-PFOS, Permanent Mist Suppressants for Hard Chrome Plating, Decorative Chrome Plating, and Chrome Etch ApplicationsSpeakers: Neil Patton, Atotech Deutschland Gmbh; Gene Barlowe, Atotech USA, Inc.
Session 7: New Frontiers in Corrosion ResearchChair: James Lindsay
2 p.m.–2:30 p.m.On the Influence of Texturing on Corrosion Resistance of Electrogalvanized Steel Sheets After Sheet Metal FormingSpeaker: Erfan Abbasi, Islamic Azad University of Saveh Branch
2:30 p.m.–3 p.m.The Effects of 3D Surface Topography and Lubricant on Electrogalvanized Sheet Metal Corrosion Resistance During Deep Drawing ProcessSpeaker: Erfan Abbasi, Islamic Azad University of Saveh Branch
3 p.m.–3:30 p.m.New Developments in Corrosion Testing: Theory, Methods, and StandardsSpeaker: Klaus Wojczykowski, Coventya, Inc.
3:30 p.m.–4 p.m.Evaluation of DC and AC Electrochemical Techniques as Alternatives to Salt Spray Testing for Evaluation of the Corrosion Behavior of Decorative and Functional Metal CoatingsSpeaker: G. Vara, Fundacion, CIDETEC
4 p.m.–4:30 p.m.Corrosion Resistance Mechanism of Chromium-Free, Zinc-Rich Paint Film on Scratched SurfacesSpeaker: Masayuki Tsujimoto, Yuken Industry Co. Ltd.
4:30–5 p.m.Progress in Deposition of Wear and Corrosion-Resistant Composite AlloysSpeaker: Len Nanis, Datalab
Session 8: Department of Defense Military Vehicle WorkshopChair: Dr. Keith Legg
2 p.m.–2:30 p.m.U.S. Department of Defense 2009 Memorandum and Efforts to Eliminate Cadmium, Hexavalent Chromium, and High-VOC PaintsSpeaker: Bruce Sartwell, SERDP/ESTCP
2:30 p.m.–3 p.m.DoD Coatings Issues & Concerns for Military VehiclesSpeaker: Carl Handsy, TARDEC
3:30–4 p.mOEM PerspectiveSpeaker: Bob Hathaway, Oshkosh Truck
4 p.m.–4:30 p.m.Supplier PerspectiveSpeaker: Jay Burkard, Burkard Industries
5 p.m.–6p.m.DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSENETWORKING RECEPTION
5:30 p.m.–10 p.m. GRAND RAPIDS CHAPTER RECEPTION
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16 Session 9: Surface Finishing in a Chrom(ate)-Free WorldTrivalent Chromium Substitutes for Zinc, Zinc Alloys and Hard Chrome—What Works vs. What Doesn’tChair: Eric Olander
8 a.m.–8:30 a.m.Update: Trivalent Chromium Conversion Coatings, Top Coat Technology and Zinc & Zinc Alloy SystemsSpeaker: Toshiaki Murai, Dipsol of America
8:30 a.m.–9 a.m.An Overview of Hard Chromium Plating Using Trivalent Chromium SolutionsSpeaker: Patrick Benaben, Ecole Nationale Superieure des Mines de Saint-Etienne
9 a.m.–9:30 a.m.Trivalent Chromium Conversion Layers on Zinc and Zinc Alloys: Evolution & PerspectivesSpeaker: Lionel Thiery, Coventya SAS
Session 10: Surface Finishing: Science vs. Art Learning the right tools to reduce waste and increase efficiencyChair: Dr. Alan Rose
8 a.m.–8:30 a.m.Increasing Vibratory Efficiency by Optimizing the Choice of Media Shape Relative to Part GeometrySpeaker: William P. Nebiolo, REM Chemicals, Inc.
8:30 a.m.–9 a.m.Next Generation of Tooling Concept for Pattern ElectroplatingSpeaker: Alan Rose, Elsyca NV
9 a.m.–9:30 a.m.The Role of Aspect Ratio in the Plating of PCBsSpeaker: Dr. Sergey S. Kruglikov, S.S. Kruglikov Consultants
9:30 a.m.–10 a.m.You Know You’re in When…Speaker: Ralph V. Dixon, Basically Nickel, Inc.
10 a.m.–10:30 a.m.Oxalic-Acid Chemically Accelerated Vibratory Surface FinishingSpeaker: Juergen Fischer, University of North Dakota
Session 11: Department of Defense Military VehicleThe U.S. Military’s emerging transport and vehicle needs. Chair: Dr. Keith Legg
8 a.m.–8:30 a.m. Inorganic & Organic Finishes for Fasteners and Other ComponentsSpeakers: Jim Soma, Magni, and Fred Schultz, Doerken (invited)
8:30 a.m.–9 a.m.HVOF for Vehicle HydraulicsSpeaker: Otto Rajtora, Caterpillar
9 a.m. –9:30 a.m. Electroplated Alternatives to Hard ChromiumSpeakers: Diana Ficchini, Integran (invited); John Kinne, Xtalic (invited)
9:30 a.m.–10 a.m.Aluminum, Mg Treatments (Conversion, Anodize)Speaker: NAVAIR (invited)
10 a.m.–10:30 a.m.High Hard Armor CoatingsSpeaker: TBD
Session 12: Cross-Over Opportunities in Organic FinishingChair: Scott Bultman
2 p.m.–2:30 p.m.Pretreatment from Different LevelsSpeaker: Ken Pelak, Broadmoor Products, Inc.
2:30 p.m.–3 p.m.Fundamentals of Powder CoatingSpeaker: Rodger Talbert, PCI
3 p.m.–3:30 p.m.The E-Coatings ProcessSpeaker: Gary Weaver, The E-Coat Project
3:30 p.m.–4 p.m.Applied Costs to Paint a Typical SubstrateSpeaker: Rich Saddler, Herman Miller
Session 13: Policy And Technology—Drivers for ChangeCo-Chairs: Christian Richter, Jeff Hannapel
2 p.m.–2:30 p.m.NASF Public Policy Update: Key Emerging Regulations & Trends for Finishing and Fabricated MetalsSpeakers: Christian Richter, Jeff Hannapel, The Policy Group
2:30 p.m.–3 p.m.European Union & Nickel Hazards—The Future of Nickel Use in the Finishing IndustrySpeaker: Tony Hart, The Nickel Institute
3 p.m.–3:30 p.m.Nickel & Chromium: Ontario Air Emission Standards and Implications for Surface Finishing Speaker: Lyle Safronetz, ValeInco
3:30 p.m.–4 p.m.USEPA—Study & Action on Fume Suppressants in the Finishing IndustrySpeaker: Erin Newman, USEPA Region 5
4 p.m.–4:30 p.m.REACH Update: Latest Developments for Global Supply ChainSpeakers: TBD
Session 14: Surface Technology and the Aerospace IndustryCo-Chairs: Mike Barnstead, Stephen Gaydos
2 p.m.–2:30 p.m.Aerospace Coatings & Surface Treatments in North America: Responding to Global Regulatory ChangesSpeaker: Dr. Keith Legg, Rowan Technology
2:30 p.m.–3 p.m.Cold Spray Aluminum to Repair Damaged Aluminum CoatingsSpeaker: Stephen Gaydos, Boeing Research & Technology
3 p.m.–3:30 p.m.Localized Permanent Repair of Damaged Hard Chromium Plating or High Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF) Thermal Spray CoatingSpeaker: Mary Gilman, Boeing C-17 Pollution Prevention Program
3:30 p.m.–4 p.m.Meeting the Challenge of Improvement of Aerospace Corrosion Resistance Through Complete Removal of Chromates from the Coating SystemSpeaker: Roger D. Brown, AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings
5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.‘CAR’ PANEL PRESENTATION Speakers: Jay Baron, Ph.D.; Brett C Smith; and Bernard Swiecki
6:30 p.m.–9 p.m.INDUSTRY NIGHT EVENT (on the SUR/FIN show floor)
THURSDAY, JUNE 17 8:30 a.m.–11 a.m.Closing Session: Environmental Regulations and Their Trends in the Automotive SectorSpeakers: USCAR Panel
Don’t miss out on this tremendous educational opportunity. Register online for SUR/FIN 2010. While you’re there, be sure to make your hotel reservations at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel.
