The 62nd Annual Society of Plastics Engineers Color and Appearance Division RETEC® will be held in Tampa, FL, during September 23-25, 2024. Come join us at the Tampa Marriott Water Street to celebrate Sailing Away with Color and engage in topics related to plastics coloration and appearance.
Early registration is open and ends August 23, 2024. Save $100 with early registration.
- Preconference Color Seminar (separate registration required)
- Two full days of technical sessions
- PlastiVan presentation for local schools
- 60+ exhibitors showcasing products and services
- Opening reception, Monday evening
- Network Reception, Tuesday evening
CAD RETEC® is the longest running and largest technical conference in North America devoted to the coloring of plastics. It started as a technical conference focused on development, manufacturing and research in the field of color science, color measurement, and coloring plastics but has grown to be THE place to network with others in the industry.
Registration
Use the buttons above to register as an attendee, exhibitor and sponsor. Use the Hotel Registration link to access the MARRIOTT TAMPA WATER STREET registration site. Early registration ends August 23, 2024.
Type |
Advance (By 8/23/2023) |
Regular (After 8/23/2023) |
SPE Member | $480 | $580 |
SPE Non-Member | $740 | $840 |
Tabletop | $1,650 | $1,850 |
Speakers/Moderators | $225 | |
Student (w/valid student ID) | $100 | |
Emeritus | $200 |
Activities
Activity | Date | Cost |
“Coloring of Plastics” Tutorial | Mon Sep 23 | $550 |
Golf Outing | Mon Sep 23 | $105 |
Welcome Reception | Mon Sep 23 | Included w/registration |
Breakfast | Tue Sep 24 | Included w/registration |
Welcome Reception | Tue Sep 24 | Included w/registration |
5K Fun Run/Walk | Wed Sep 25 | $25 |
Awards Luncheon | Wed Sep 25 | Included w/registration |
Technical Program
More information will be posted as it becomes available. If you would like to present a paper, please contact the Technical Program Committee.
Exhibitor Information
Each tabletop purchased includes 2 free conference registrations. Once purchased, you will receive a unique coupon code for the attendees to register for free under the General Registration link. You may purchase up to three tabletops.
Type |
Advance (By 9/1/2023) |
Regular (After 9/1/2023) |
Tabletop | $1,650 | $1,850 |
If you would like to exhibit at CAD RETEC® 2024 or have questions, please contact the Exhibitor Committee.
New Technology Forum
The purpose of the New Technology Forum (NTF) is to provide an opportunity for people involved in the coloring of plastics to hear about the newest materials and services available. The Forum is a series of 5-minute presentations by the companies that are bringing the technology to market. These presentations are not subject to the rules that apply to presentations during the technical paper sessions and will not be included in conference preprints. If you are interested in participating in the NTF, use the Contact New Technology Forum button.
There are many sponsorship opportunities for CAD RETEC® 2024.
Contact the sponsorship committee for more information.