FABTECH returns to McCormick Place in Chicago, IL, from September 13-16 with a one-stop-shop where you can meet suppliers, see the latest technologies, learn how to increase profits, and discover tools to improve productivity while networking with industry peers.
The finishing industry and the manufacturing community are eager to get back together and get back to business. If you haven’t planned your visit to this year’s show, now is the time.
CCAI’s FINISHING Pavilion and Conference joined FABTECH over a decade ago to showcase great innovations and provide critical information on aspects of industrial surface finishing to the manufacturing industry. The convenient venue offers everything needed to explore, educate, and expand your metal finishing business. Exhibitors are anxious to welcome attendees and speakers look forward to seeing peers in the seats at this in-person event.
The FABTECH team is working closely with McCormick Place, the City of Chicago and our vendor partners to welcome everyone back safely. Protocols are in place to ensure the health and safety of all attendees and exhibitors. Information is ever-changing so we encourage you to check the FABTECH website frequently for the most recent updates and safety commitment. www.fabtechexpo.com/safetyfirst
Training and education have always been at the forefront of CCAI’s mission. The conference program at FABTECH is the perfect platform for CCAI to showcase the expertise and knowledge of members and enlighten those who are new to the finishing industry or those who want to sharpen their skills and gain new insight. CCAI’s FINISHING conference track features 21 sessions, encompassing a wide range of technical presentations, from basic to advanced, addressing topics of interest for everyone involved in finishing technologies. For complete descriptions of each session and registration information, visit www.fabtechexpo.com/education.
New this year, CCAI has added two outstanding workshops to the FINISHING conference program. The CCAI Industrial Finishing Safety Workshop, developed by CCAI members who are experts in safety for industrial finishing processes, features critical information to safely operate an industrial finishing line, focusing primarily on NFPA 33. And for Spanish-speaking attendees, the Powder Coating 101 Workshop in Spanish provides intensive instruction on the basics of the powder coating technology and the processes involved. This workshop will be conducted in Spanish. Both workshops will be held over 1 ½ days and include workshop materials and lunch on the first day of the workshop.
FABTECH 2021 will mark the fourth edition of CCAI’s FAB to FINISH Production Experience. The program gives show attendees the opportunity to see a part produced from fabrication to finishing first-hand. Attendees witness a souvenir part being laser cut and bent then follow a production route to participating CCAI Corporate Member exhibitor booths in the FINISHING Pavilion where the part is cleaned, powder coated, and cured. This year’s program will feature a new process, selective plating.
As excitement builds for this year’s event, exhibitors, presenters and attendees alike are ready to make connections in person at FABTECH 2021. Be sure to join the finishing industry in Chicago, IL, from September 13-16 at McCormick Place. For show updates and FAQs visit www.fabtechexpo.com.
FABTECH 2021 FINISHING CONFERENCE PROGRAM & FINISHING PAVILION EXHIBITORS
Take time to review our current FINISHING Conference Program and list of FINISHING Pavilion Exhibitors. Updates to this information can be found on the show website: www.fabtechexpo.com. Scroll over the Exhibitor Directory tab to view the floor plan, list of exhibitors, show planning tools, and more. Details and registration information for the conference program can be found under the Conference tab.
FAB to FINISH PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE
FABTECH 2021 will mark the fourth edition of CCAI’s FAB to FINISH Production Experience. The program, which debuted at FABTECH 2017, gives show attendees the opportunity to see a part produced from fabrication to finishing first-hand. Attendees start at the Mazak Optonics booth where they witness a souvenir part being laser cut and bent. A production route card directs them to participating CCAI Corporate Member exhibitor booths in the FINISHING Pavilion where the part is cleaned, powder coated, and cured. This year’s program will feature a new process, selective plating, performed in the Quaker Houghton booth by SIFCO. The FAB to FINISH Production Experience has grown year over year with ten finishing exhibitors currently signed on to participate in the 2021 program.
FABTECH GENERAL INFORMATION
LOCATION: McCormick Place, Chicago, IL
DATES: September 13-16, 2021
SHOW DATES & HOURS:
- Monday, September 13 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday, September 14 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday, September 15 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday, September 16 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
SHOW WEBSITE: www.fabtechexpo.com
FEES and CCAI MEMBER DISCOUNTS:
FREE Exhibition Registration: Enter promo code FBCCAI when registering online by September 9.
FINISHING Conference Session Discount: Enter promo code FINISHING20 when you register for any finishing conference session to receive 20% off FINISHING Conference session fees.
HOTELS: FABTECH has negotiated the lowest hotel rates for exhibitors and attendees at the most popular and convenient hotels in Chicago. Reserve your rooms now through onPeak, the official hotel provider for FABTECH. Visit www.fabtechexpo.com and click HOTEL & TRAVEL at the top of the homepage.
REGISTER NOW: www.fabtechexpo.com
About the Chemical Coaters Association International
The Chemical Coaters Association International (CCAI) is a technical and professional organization that provides information and training on surface coating technologies. CCAI works to raise the standards of finishing operations through educational meetings and seminars, training manuals, educational videos, and outreach programs with schools, colleges and universities. For more information, visit www.ccaiweb.com.
