15 September 2017
ALUMINUM USA 2017: Conference program presents future solutions and concepts
· Conference alongside ALUMINIUM USA Trade Fair
· October 25-26, 2017, Music City Center, Nashville, TN
Aluminum is the material for the future – this will be demonstrated by ALUMINUM USA 2017 trade fair in Nashville, Tennessee. The show will also feature a first-rate, curated conference program offering an overview of the future opportunities of aluminum in different application markets. From 25 to 26 October, professionals from all areas of the aluminum industry, manufacturers of semi-finished products, and subsuppliers will present the latest innovative and future-looking solutions. From transportation to packaging, sustainability, and lightweighting innovations the program will cover a total of 27 presentations, panels, workshops, and plant tours.
An expert panel will share perspectives on the competion in today’s global aluminum market, growth opportunities, and emerging markets. Experts from industry and government authority will discuss leadership skills necessary for today’s complex environment.
One of the most important innovation and growth drivers for aluminium is the automotive industry. The conference will demonstrate the future of aluminum’s role in vehicles – for example how and why Ford plans to expand aluminum’s implementation in their F Series Truck Program.
The building and construction industry also represents an important growth market for aluminium. In a session, experts will discuss opportunities and threats to the use of aluminium as a predominant building façade material.
The interactive GLAFRI Aluminum Packaging Seminar will provide information and insights into aluminum packaging. Through a series of short, individual presentations, speakers will demonstrate the importance of aluminum in everyday life and present the broad range of applications for aluminum packaging.
Beside the application industries of aluminium, the conference will also focus on trailblazing solutions for increased efficiency in aluminium production and processing as well as recycling. The sessions cover new technologies in casting, extrusion, additive manufacturing, and coating.
Pre-show-events give exclusive insights
The conference will start with two special pre-show events on Tuesday, 24 October: a 2-day casthouse safety workshop (presented by The Aluminum Association) and a Nissan Smyrna vehicle assembly plant tour, where participants can explore all stages of the manufacturing process.
The conference for ALUMINIUM USA 2017 begins every morning at 10:15 a.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m. Lectures will be held at the Learning Theatre in the exhibition hall without any additional costs. Only the two pre-show events requires the purchase of separate tickets.
ALUMINUM USA showcase the potential of the American aluminium industry
The conference will be held alongside ALUMINIUM USA Trade Fair in Nashville, Tennessee. From 25 to 26 October 2017, about 200 international exhibitors from the US, Canada, and overseas, will cover the industry’s varied deployment and growth opportunities. The trade fair unites producers, processors, technology suppliers, and consumers along the entire value chain – from raw materials through to semi-finished and finished products. ALUMINIUM USA is the leading B2B platform in North America for the aluminum industry and its main applications. More than 2,000 trade visitors, including decision-makers from aluminum manufacturing and processing, distributors, and associations are expected to attend the second edition of ALUMINUM USA trade show.
ALUMINUM USA is organized by Reed Exhibitions – the world’s largest organizer of trade fairs and conventions – and supported by Aluminum Association, the leading voice of the North American aluminum industry, as the event’s exclusive partner.
For complete details, and to register for ALUMINUM USA 2017, please visit
www.aluminum-us.com
Conference Schedule-at-a-Glance
Wednesday, October 25, 2017The Future Growth of American Cities
Bill Purcell, Vanderbilt University / 10:15AM - 11:00 AM
Ford’s Use of Aluminum in the F-Series Truck Program
George Luckey, Jr., Ford / 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Thin Skins: The Role of Aluminum in Building Façade Technology
Mic Patterson, Schuco USA / 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Recent Developments in Aluminum Alloy Billet and Ingot Casting
Olivier Gabis, Wagstaff / 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM
Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys: The Next Generation of Additive Manufacturing
Dr. Iver Anderson, Ames Laboratory / 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM
Value Creation from Aluminum Scrap Panel Part 1: Technology Status
Moderator: Diran Apelian, MPI / 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Dry Ice Cleaning – Non-Destructive, Preventative Maintenance for the Aluminum Industry
Giles Garrison, Cold Jet, LLC / 1:15 PM – 1:45 PM
Aluminium Packaging Seminar
Presented by The Global Aluminium Foil Roller Initiative (GLAFRI) / 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Value Creation from Aluminum Scrap Panel Part 2: Challenges and Myths
Moderator: Diran Apelian, MP / 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Using Textured Coatings to Improve Efficiencies
Rob Freyvogel, Carbinite Metal Coatings / 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
The Next Generation Mill: How Braidy Industries Transformed the Aluminum Market
Craig Bouchard, Braidy Industries, Inc. / 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
Decreasing Thermal Gradients via VDC Tabletop Refractory Design
Jonathan Klesch, Pyrotek / 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Reducing Weight with Thin Wall Aluminum Die Castings
Chad Adkins, Frech USA / 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Achieving True Press Alignment with Laser Tracking
James Cunningham, CMD - Cunningham Mechanical Design / 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Thursday, October 26, 2017
Competing in Today's Global Aluminum Market: Featured Panel
Moderator: Joe Benedyk, Ph.D., Editor, Light Metal Age / 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Automotive Aluminum Value Proposition Panel
Moderator: Rick Youngblood, TAMA / 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Innovative Controls Strategy for Regenerative Furnace Systems
James Checkeye, Bloom Engineering / 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Yield Optimization with 3D Optical Surface Inspection
Reinhard Rinn, ISRA PARSYTEC GmbH / 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM
John Deere’s Use of Aluminum
Mohamad El Zein, Deere & Company / 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
The Fundamentals of Aluminum Casting Safety
Mark Eliopulos, Kaiser Aluminum / 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Industrial Traceability Throughout the Aluminium Value Chain with Laser Marking
Paul Creighton and Paul Rochette, Laserax / 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Aluminum Extrusion Alloys Selection to Lightweighting Programs
Jerome Fourmann, Rio Tinto / 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
ASI: A Global Initiative and Its Benefit to You
Dr. Fiona Solomon, ASI / 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Aluminum Alloys Corrosion Control and Exploitation
Yudie Yuan, Novelis / 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
Lightweighting Innovations in Aluminum Manufacturing Panel
Sponsored by LIFT: Lightweight Innovations for Tomorrow / 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
ASI Membership Panel: The Value of ASI to Its Members
Moderator: Dr. Fiona Solomon, ASI / 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
ALUMINUM USA
October 25 & 26, 2017
Venue:
Music City Center
201 5th Ave S
Nashville, TN 37203
USA
Show Hours:
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Travel:
ALUMINUM USA provides the best deals for your travel arrangements.
Hotel:
The ALUMINUM USA team has negotiated travel discounts and secured a limited number of reduced-rate hotel rooms to make your trip to Nashville affordable.
Further information and registration:
www.aluminum-us.com
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