Expect the Best
A worldwide delegation of industry experts will gather at the Ninth International Aluminum Extrusion Technology Seminar and Exposition—ET '08—to share and explain their ideas and innovative advancements in the field of aluminum extrusion technology, providing information that can be implemented in your operation to realize positive results.
Not Your Average Technical Conference
Besides seeing first-hand what new and fresh, cutting-edge ideas are available, there are numerous reasons for attending that have earned ET the reputation as being the premier industry conference for innovations in aluminum extrusion. As proven with past ET Seminars, you can expect ET '08 to offer superior programming complete with:
General Sessions: PROFIT from expert testimony and perspective as presented by hand-picked keynote speakers addressing essential issues affecting your business. Also, find out who will receive Best Paper and special Chairman's awards, as well as Design Competition winners. Wednesday's speaker Buddy Stemple will explain anticipated greater use of aluminum in the automotive industry. Friday's session will honor NASA's 50th anniversary by having former NASA astronaut Mike Mullane share his extraordinary and entertaining experiences in space in addition to inspiring messages of teamwork, trust, and leadership.
Technical Sessions: GAIN insight from hearing technological advances and updated research from the best minds in the industry that you can implement at your shop. Abstracts of technical papers to be presented are organized by track: Billet Process (BP), Extrusion Equipment (EE), Extrusion/Die Practical (PR), Management Issues (MI), Theoretical (TH), Value-Added (VA). See Technical Sessions schedule above.
In-conjunction Courses: BENEFIT from either of the two aluminum-industry-related courses being offered by ET '08 educational partners: Aluminum Anodizers Council's Anodizing Essentials and Aluminum Extruders Council's Extrusion Excellence.
ET Expo: INVESTIGATE the newest extrusion equipment, supplies, and services to see what will streamline your business operations; see floor plan and directory of exhibitors at ET Expo.
Expo Theatre: SEE live demonstrations (located on the Expo floor) of specially chosen products and services; see Expo Theatre schedule for times and descriptions.
Extrusion Showcase: DISCOVER innovations and new applications displayed in the Extrusion Showcase (located on the Expo floor), including entries from the International Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition.
Networking Opportunities: CONNECT with industry peers during several different networking opportunities to share information and discuss mutual challenges.
Trip Tips: MAXIMIZE your ET '08 experience by considering these trip tips on where to go, what to see, how to plan, and more. |
Produced in conjunction with Aluminum Extruders Council