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what do I need to know about airport security regulations, while traveling to or in the United States? not sure about what you can carry on the plane and what you need to check? the transportation Security Administration (tSA) has a comprehensive website that answers all of your travel concerns. visit www.tsa.gov.

About the hyatt regency new orleans parking

Hyatt Regency new orleans is conveniently located near many popular attractions. We’re only a few minutes’ walk from the French Quarter and the Arts District. or hop on the city’s famous streetcars — the loyola line stops directly outside the hotel. how far is the airport from the hotel(s)?

Louis Armstrong International Airport to book your flight use the airport access code mSY to locate louis Armstrong international Airport. the airport is located 12 miles from the hotel. Approximately 27-minute drive time adjacent to terminal C. taxi cost approximately $36.

Hyatt Regency new orleans offers premium valet services. in addition, there are several nearby parking lots, including the 1301 girod Parking garage that connects directly to the hotel. Contact merit Parking to confirm pricing — (504) 561-0575. Valet over night parking cost: $52++.

Shuttle Service what is the conference dress code? to encourage a feeling of comfort and friendship, the dress code is “business casual.” what does my registration fee cover? full convention registration fee covers Wednesday. All networking receptions, meal functions, keynotes, educational session, Back community service project, and eXpo only registration fee covers access to the along with the monday welcome reception. cover any sessions, meals functions, keynotes or educational sessions. one day registration includes the one day that you are registered. example if you are registered for tuesday only you have access to the full day on tuesday. reserve a booth click on the 2023 eXPo at www.ascouncil.org/events or contact malinda Armstrong at malinda.armstrong@ascouncil.org. how can I book a meeting room? if you are attending the short course with convention, please process your registration under the short course and select the convention add on. do I need to make a hotel reservation or does ASC reserve my room? will my badge be mailed? information on member services, memBeRSHiP, Value of ASC, education/training and so much more is a click away on the ASC homepage located at www.ascouncil.org.

Hyatt Regency new orleans is happy to partner with a local shuttle service to make your trip to and from the louis Armstrong new orleans international Airport easy. l and reserve your spot at least 24 hours prior to your flight arrival time when you https://www.airportshuttleneworleans. com/portals/hyatt-regency-new-orleans.

Speaker registration option is for those individuals that are confirmed as a SPeAKeR in the Annual Convention Program. eXpo booth staffer registration includes staffing the booth onlY and access to the eXPo reception which is held during the eXPo it does not include any networking events, meal functions, keynote or educational sessions.

You can contact the hotel directly. Please note that ASC approves all requests for meeting rooms. We will only approve meeting rooms for ASC members under certain circumstances and confirmed exhibitors.

I would like to attend the short course with convention. how should I register?

ASC does not make hotel reservations. You can reserve a room by visiting the website.

All badges will be available for pick up onsite at the designated registration area.

I need to cancel my registration. how can I get a refund? Please review the cancellation policy on the website. there are no ReFUnDS after march 31, 2023.

I want to take advantage of my time in new orleans. where can I find more information about touring the city? information about tours can be found at www.neworleans.com/things-to-do/history.

Interested in learning more about ASC?

EXPO Hours: tuesday, april 18, 2023

3:00-6:30 p.m.

(reception starts at 5:30 p.m.)

With 100+ exhibitors, the Annual Expo is the largest adhesive and sealant tradeshow. This elite group of companies will showcase the latest innovations and breakthroughs. With traffic builders such as an Exhibitor Appreciation Reception, and door prizes, the exhibit hall is an effective and efficient way for companies to market their products and services. Companies and products lines of all types are welcome to exhibit so RESERvE YOuR BOOtH tOdaY by contacting Malinda Armstrong at (301) 986-9700 x1106

Who should Attend?

The course is designed for professionals working with manufacturers, suppliers and end-user companies as well as design-engineering professionals. A basic chemistry background is assumed; however, no advanced knowledge is required. This course is ideal for RD&E, Application engineers, Technical Sales/ Service, Architects, Specifiers, Project managers, Sales and Marketing professionals.

Short Course attendees are invited to attend the ASC EXPO and reception on Tuesday at 3:00 p.m.

Gain a Better Understanding of the Functions and Applications of Caulks and Sealants

Co-located with the 2023 Convention & EXPO is a two-day Caulks & Sealants Short Course. that takes place April 17-18, 2023. Caulks and sealants are primarily used in building, construction, and transportation to bond surfaces together, fill gaps and serve as a physical barrier. Due to their use in bonding substrates with differing coefficients of thermal expansion, sealants are formulated to have higher elongation and paste like viscosities to allow for gap filling applications. Taught by industry experts, ASC’s technical short course will help you gain a better understanding of the functions and applications of caulks and sealants.

PROGRAM TOPics (tentative)

• Introduction to Sealants and Testing for Building Applications –Angelina Sprecher, DAP Products

• Sealants for Transportation and Assembly Applications –Ryan Kruger, Bostik Inc

• Sealant Performance from Design and Use Perspective –Jared Lawrence, Terracon

• Introduction to Rheology – Haksu Lee, Arkema

• Waterborne Polymers for Architectural Sealants – Rick Miner, Arkema

• Polyurethane and Hybrid Sealants, Maneesh Bahadur, Tremco Inc

• Silicone Sealants – Toby Vick and Samantha Wilczewski, Wacker Chemical Corp

• Plasticizers – Mick Funderburg, Eastman Chemical Company

• Adhesion Promotors for Adhesives and Sealants – Ping Jiang, Momentive

• Functional Fillers – Navin Patel, Imerys

• Establishing Performance – Chris White, Exponent

• End User Perspective – TBD

This short course is a Green Course – all course materials (available slide decks) will be provided in the attendee welcome letters prior to arrival for electronic download and printing as desired.

For more information, visit... www.ascouncil.org/events Questions, contact Connie Howe at connie.howe@ascouncil.org or Malinda Armstrong at malinda.armstrong@ascouncil.org.

In-depth Knowledge of the Fundamentals and Latest Developments for Pressure Sensitive Adhesives

Co-located with the 2023 Convention & EXPO is a two-day Pressure Sensitive Adhesives Short Course. that takes place April 17-18, 2023. The Pressure Sensitive Adhesives (PSA) Short Course is designed to offer an in-depth knowledge of the fundamentals and latest developments for pressure sensitive adhesives. Presented by industry experts, this course covers formulation strategies, based on application and performance requirements. Learn how polymers, plasticizers, tackifiers and other additives are used for optimized processing and enhanced properties. Learn about the current methods of characterization including rheology, tack/shear test methods and details of PSA production. Gain an insight into the innovation and sustainability efforts in the PSA technology.

PROGRAM TOPics (tentative)

• PSA Technology & Chemistry – Mitch Blumenthal, Nekoosa Corporation

• PSA Market Overview – Justine Hanlon, HB Fuller

• Rheology – Ibrahim El-Hedok, MC Polymers

• Testing – Dave Yarusso, Yarusso Consulting

• Styrene Block Copolymer PSAs – Paul Dalley, TSRC

• Sustainable Solutions in PSA – TBD

• PSA Hot Melt Formulations – Cristina Dejesus, Henkel

• Waterborne PSAs-Formulating for Optimal Converting –Keith Andes, Arkema

• Emulsion PSAs – Raj Hariharan, Mapei

• Acrylic PSAs – Lars Kilian, Bostik

• Tackifiers – Ryan Calton, Kraton

• Medical Adhesives – Kiu-yuen Tse, 3M

• Silicone Release Liners for PSAs – Benjamin Niu, Dow

This short course is a Green Course – all course materials (available slide decks) will be provided in the attendee welcome letters prior to arrival for electronic download and printing as desired.

For more information, visit... www.ascouncil.org/events

Questions, contact Connie Howe at connie.howe@ascouncil.org or Malinda Armstrong at malinda.armstrong@ascouncil.org.

Who should Attend?

Professionals involved with formulating or converting pressure sensitive adhesives for specific applications. Lab and Tech support personnel will gain valuable insight into the technology that will help them with formulations and understand the test methods. Technical, Sales and Marketing personnel working with manufacturers, suppliers and end user companies would greatly benefit by gaining technical depth for tailored solutions to product requirements.

Short Course attendees are invited to attend the ASC EXPO and reception on Tuesday at 3:00 p.m.

REGISTER By FEBRUARy 17TH TO SAVE $100!

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pleASe note: ASC has a new web and registration platform! you need to login to the new platform and update password and your profile to register.

Visit www.ascouncil.org/events.

Please click on the RegiSteR button to register for the convention, short course or eXPo only admission.

regUlAr regIStrAtIon endS MArCh 31, 2023. rates increase by 20% afterwards automatically.

**If you are attending a Short CoUrSe or Short CoUrSe + ConventIon you MUSt register under the short course registration page online.

CAnCellAtIon polICy: there are no refUndS after March 31, 2023.

April 18 eXpo + April 17 Monday opening reception only

This fee includes attendance to the EXPO and Monday Opening Reception ONLY. It does NOT include attendance to the technical sessions or include any other meals.

If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact Malinda Armstrong at (301) 9869700 x1106 or malinda.armstrong@ascouncil.org www.ascouncil.org

Liability Disclaimer:TheAdhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) claims no liability for the acts of any participant at this meeting, nor for the safety of any person participating in, or in transit to, or from this event.TheASC reserves the right to cancel any function without penalty.The total amount of any liability of theASC, in the event of cancellation, will be limited to a refund of the registration fee.