CALL FOR PAPERS
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CAD RETEC 2007
Conference Information
September 30-October 2, 2007
San Antonio, Texas
Hyatt Regency Riverwalk
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FINAL CALL FOR PAPERS
ABSTRACT DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2007
PAPER DEADLINE: MAY 18, 2007
The Color and Appearance Division presents “Remember the Color” in
San Antonio, Texas . Situated near the
Alamo , this venue is the perfect location to present your topic to a broad network of plastics industry professionals. Year after year, this conference is consistently well attended, and this year is sure to be a repeat of previous year’s success. Why not make your paper part of the program?
Any paper related to the color and/or appearance of plastic will be considered. Appropriate topics might apply to one these typical categories:
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Color Measurement
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Testing and Quality Control
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Color Matching Techniques
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Processing and Equipment
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Materials (Colorants, Additives, Polymers)
Property Retention/Durability
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Instrumentation and Test Methods
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Regulatory Issues
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Color Trends
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Decorative or Special Effects
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Other Color/Appearance Related Topics
So get your abstract to us soon as the deadline is very near!
For more information, please contact
Sandra Davis (ph: 302-999-2540)
or
Johnny Suthers (ph: 423-229-3263)
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Sunday Seminar Information
Sunday Seminar Registration Form
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SPECIAL EVENT!!!!
Color Basics Seminar
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
Bob Charvat Seminar Information
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Speaker Guidelines
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Committee Contacts
Chairpersons: Jim Figaniak, Austin Reid
Technical Program: Sandra Davis, Johnny Suthers
New Technology Forum: Sandra Davis
Registration: Dave Johnson, Howard Kennedy
Sponsorship: Sharyl Reid
Publicity: Sharon Ehr,
Tracy Phillips
Exhibits: Brian West
Golf Outing: Gary Conrad
Zoo Outing: Marty Paisner
5K Run/Walk: Howard Kennedy
Brochure: Sharon Ehr, Kathryn Brannon
Welcome Reception: Austin Reid, Jim Figaniak
Awards Luncheon: Steve Goldstein
Giveaways: Earl Balthazar
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CONFERENCE
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CAD RETEC® 2007
Conference Information
September 30-October 2, 2007
San Antonio, Texas
Hyatt Regency Riverwalk
All info here is subject to change. Check back often for updates.
(last updated September 24, 2007–New Sponsors added, New Technology Forum Schedule posted)
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Conference Registration Online
HOSTED BY:
Color and Appearance Division
The Color and Appearance Division presents “Remember the Color” in
San Antonio, Texas . Situated near the
Alamo , this venue is the perfect location to present your topic to a broad network of plastics industry professionals. Year after year, this conference is consistently well attended, and this year is sure to be a repeat of previous year’s success. Please join us!
Typical conference papers categories:
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Color Measurement
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Testing and Quality Control
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Color Matching Techniques
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Processing and Equipment
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Materials (Colorants, Additives, Polymers)
Property Retention/Durability
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Instrumentation and Test Methods
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Regulatory Issues
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Color Trends
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Decorative or Special Effects
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Other Color/Appearance Related Topics
Corporate Sponsors
Platinum Level
Clariant
Gold Level
BASF
DuPont Titanium Technologies
Eckart
EMD Chemicals Inc.
LTL Color Compounders Inc.
Nubiola
Shepherd Color Company
Sun Chemical
Tronox
Silver Level
A Schulman
Byk-Gardner USA
Dominion Colour Corporation
Ferro Corporation
Konica Minolta
Lanxess
Ribelin
Standridge Color
Conference Rates (All prices are in US Dollars) :
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Before
August 31, 2007
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After
August 31, 2007
or On Site
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| Registration (pick one): |
| SPE Member |
$325
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$425
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SPE Member with SPE membership renewal
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$435
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$535
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Non-member including SPE Membership
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$440
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$540
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| Non-member declining SPE Membership |
$465
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$565
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| Speaker/Moderator |
$160
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| SPE Emeritus Member |
$100
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| Student (valid ID required) |
$50
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| Extras: |
| Extra Conference CD (available on site) |
$25
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| Preprint Book (shipped after RETEC) |
$100
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| Sep 30-Color Science Seminar (register separate from conference) |
$450
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| Social Events: |
| Sep 30- Welcome Reception |
free w/ registration
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| Sep 30 – Golf Outing-The Quarry |
$99
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transp. not included. |
| Sep 30 – Zoo Outing |
$20
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transp. not included |
| Oct 2 – 5K Fun Run/Walk benefitting Habitat for Humanity |
$20
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| Oct 2 – Awards Luncheon |
free w/ registration
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| Exhibitors and Sponsors Only: |
| Table Top Exhibit Space (includes 2 free conference registrations) |
$850
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Deadline: August 18, 2007 |
| Sponsor Donation |
Platinum, Gold, Silver |
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Conference Hotel:
Hyatt Regency San Antonio
123 Losoya St.
San Antonio, Texas, USA 78205
Tel: +1 210-222-1234
Fax: +1 210-227-4925
Call the hotel direct to get
lower “SPECAD” rates:
PRIOR TO AUG 29:
$170/night – single
$195/night-double
AFTER AUG 29:
(SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY):
$185/night-single
$210-double
Situated on the banks of the Riverwalk, the
Hyatt Regency San Antonio hotel offers
a combination of classic elegance
with old Texas charm. Located by the
historic Alamo affords stunning
views of old San Antonio.
Setting the standard for hotels in
San Antonio, Texas, the Hyatt
offers luxurious accommodations
ranging from king-size bedrooms
to suites.
Make sure you reserve your room at this
charming hotel on the famous Riverwalk.
We need to meet our contracted room
block for rooms! This defers costs
for meeting spaces and helps us get the l
ower room rates. Insure your room
and Hospitality Suite as part
of the SPECAD room block.
Hospitality Suite Reservations
Please contact Katie Rakowitz, Events
Coordinator at the Hyatt Regency for hospitality (suite/catering) arrangements
ph: 210-362-6398 (direct line)
Conference Event Summary (times subject to change):
Sunday, Sept. 30:
9:00am -3:00 pm Coloring of Plastic Seminar (separate registration required)
1:00 pm Golf Outing at The Quarry (registration required)
1:00 pm Zoo Outing at the San Antonio Zoo (registratoin required)
7:00-9:00 pm Welcome Reception with the music of a mariachi band (included with registration)
Monday, Oct. 1:
7:00 am Breakfast, Sponsored by Clariant
8:00-10:00 am Technical Program
10:00 am Exhibits open, Morning Break
10:30-12:00pm Technical Program
12:00 pm Lunch Break (on your own)
1:30-2:30 pm New Technology Forum
2:30-5:00 pm Technical Program
3:00 pm Afternoon Break
Tues, Oct 2:
7:00 am 5K Fun Run/ Walk (pre-registration required)
8:30-10:00 am Technical Program
10:00 am Morning Break
10:30-12:00pm Technical Program
12:00 pm Awards Luncheon (included with Registration)
1:30-3:00 pm Technical Program
2:30-3:00 pm Afternoon Break
3:30-5:00 pm Technical Program
Registration Desk Hours:
Look for the registration desk on the second floor at the top of the escalators.
Sunday-3:00pm-6:00pm
Monday-7:30am–5:00pm
Tuesday-8:00am–12:00pm
Exhibit Schedule:
Sunday, Sep 30 –1pm-5pm-Exhibitors Set Up
Monday, Oct 1– 10am-Exhibits open
Tuesday, Oct 2– 6pm — Exhibits close
Special Events
Welcome Reception. Rio Grande Ballroom
Sunday, Sept 30, 7pm-9pm
Join us for cocktails, appetizers, networking, and the music of a local Mariachi band on Sunday evening. Look for the complimentary drink coupons in your registration packet.
NOTE: Golf Outing originally scheduled for The Quarry has been relocated to Republic Golf Club due to flooding issues at The Quarry. We apologize for the inconvenience. However, the RGC Course is a fabulous replacement venue that we are sure you will enjoy.
Sunday, Sept 30
1pm- Gun Shot Start. Please arrive 30 minutes early.
$99/person includes golf cart.
$39 – Golf club rental
Lunch and Transportation are currently NOT included.
Coming Soon:Download Repulic Flyer (pdf)
Directions to The Republic Golf Club:
The Republic Golf Club, 4226 Southeast Military Drive, San Antonio, TX 78222 (ph. 210-3590000)
The RGC is about 10 minutes from the downtown Riverwalk area.
Take Interstate 37 South towards Corpus Christi
Exit SE Military Drive (State Loop 13)
East on SE Military Drive under
the Highway 37 overpass
The Republic is located on your right
Sunday, Sept 30–
1pm-Meet in hotel lobby to pick up your tickets.
2pm-Meet at the Zoo for a group tour
Join us for a behind the scenes guided tour of one of the world\’s best zoos. Sign up early. Space is limited.
$20/person
Lunch and Transportation are currently NOT included.
Directions to San Antonio Zoo:
3903 North St. Mary\’s Street, San Antonio, TX 78212 (ph. 210- 734-7184)
Zoo is about 10 minutes (4.5 miles) from the Hyatt Regency.
Take 281 North out of the downtown area. Take St Mary\’s St exit toward Staduim Drive.
5K Fun Run/Walk benefiting Habitat for Humanity (pre-register for this event)
Tuesday, Oct 2–meet in the otel lobby at 7am
$20/person
Start your Tuesday morning off right. Join us for a fun walk/run around the city. You’ll be back in time to hear the first paper. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity.
*Your $20 donation to the Fun Run/Walk will be matched by CAD.
Committee Contacts:
(NOTE: remove XXX from email address before sending)
Conference Chairs:
Jim Figaniak
LTL Color Compounders, Inc.
ph. 215-736-1126
jim.figaniak@XXXltlcolor.com
Austin Reid
Dupont
Registration:
Dave Johnson
Clariant
Howard Kennedy
Dominion Colour
Technical Program:
Sandra Davis
DuPont Titanium Technologies
Johnny Suthers
Eastman Chemical
Exhibitors:
Brian West
Techmer PM
ph: 865-457-6700
Sponsorship:
Sharyl Reid
A. Schulmann
Chroma Corp
Tracy Phillips
Ciba Specialty Chemicals
Golf:
Scott Heitzman, Sun Chemicals
Zoo:
Marty Paisner, Millenium
5K Fun Run/Walk:
Howard Kennedy.DCC
Awards Luncheon Program:
Honored Service Member Award
SPE CAD Raffle Drawing
2007-2008 Scholarship Recipients
Outgoing CAD Members
CAD RETEC 2007 Committee
ANTEC 2007 Best Paper Award
RETEC 2006 Best Paper Award
5K Fun Run/Walk Awards
Sponsors Recognition
Awards Luncheon:
Steve Goldstein
SPE CAD Survey and Raffle:
Your opinion counts! Be sure to complete this year’s survey and drop it off at the SPE CAD booth before 12pm on Tuesday. Each completed survey will be entered in a drawing for prizes!
SPE CAD Raffle Survey form (pdf)
Prizes include:
Sony iPOD (donated by Konica Minolta)
SPE CAD Survey Raffle:
Kathryn Brannon
Thanks to these Companies for
providing raffle prizes:
“Color Tutorial” Seminar (separate registration required)–CANCELLED:
NOTICE: THIS SPECIAL SEMINAR IS NO LONGER BEING OFFERED. PLEASE TRY AGAIN IN 2008.
Sunday, Sept 30- 9am-4pm
Registration: Sunday, Sept 30 – 8:30am-9:00am
Seminar Fee: $450, includes course materials,
Who should Attend:
This seminar is intended for the technician, manager and/or professional who does not feel satisfied or comfortable with his or her current level of knowledge or understanding of color, colorants and color matching. This seminar is NOT directed or recommended to those who already have extensive experience or training in this technology or specialty.
Course Overview:
About Bob Charvat:
Robert Charvat retired early from Engelhard Corporation to form his consulting organization, Charvat and Associates, Inc. He teaches coloring of plastics at Terra Community College, Fremont, Ohio that has a unique “Coloring of Plastics” program. He serves on the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Color and Appearance Division (CAD) Program Advisory Board to the college. He is member of the SPE CAD Board of Directors. A senior member of SPE since 1969, Mr. Charvat received the “Outstanding Achievement Award” from the SPE Color and Appearance Division in 1985 and the Society’s Honored Service Member in 1994. He was elected as a Distinguished “Fellow of the Society of Plastics Engineers” in 2000. This was followed by the Honorary Emeritus title in late 2002. Mr. Charvat is listed in “Who’s Who in Plastics and Polymers.”
Recommended reading:
“Principles of Color Technology” Third Edition, Edited by Roy S. Berns
“Coloring of Plastics” Fundamentals, Second Edition, Edited by Robert A. Charvat
Color Science Seminar:
Bob Charvat
Charvat & Associates
TABLETOPS
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CAD RETEC 2007 Tabletop Exhibitors
as of August 26, 2007
The Tabletop Exhibition at RETEC 2007 opens on Monday morning, October 1st at 10:00 am.
The Exhibition Hall is located in the Regency Ballroom East at the Hyatt Regency Hotel.
This list is only as current as the last update. Additional exhibitors may be registered. Check back often for updates.
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