Schedule at a Glance
Tentative Schedule for the 2020 World Adhesive & Sealant Conference
Explore the “Windy City” of Chicago Before and After WAC2020
Chicago is an amazing city to explore! Tours and attractions are available HERE.
Sunday April 19th:
Registration & Speaker Ready Room Open
Noon – 5 p.m.
Attendee Orientation
1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
International Association Heads Reception & Dinner
6:00 – 9:00 p.m. (offsite)
Monday April 20th:
Registration & Speaker Ready Room Open
6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Formulation Science Short Course
7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (register HERE)
ASC Board of Directors Meeting
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
International Association Heads Lunch & Meeting
11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (invite only)
Opening Ceremony
3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Welcome Reception & Dinner
6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Shedd Aquarium
Tuesday April 21st:
Registration & Speaker Ready Room Open
6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Networking Breakfast
6:30 – 8:00 a.m.
Formulation Science Short Course
7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
(register HERE)
General Session Keynote
8:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Sponsored Coffee Lounge
9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
CALL FOR SPEAKERS
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*Tuesday Morning Education Sessions:
Building & Construction
End User Business Needs
Circular Economy
Key Feedstocks
Raw Materials Development
Networking Lunch
Noon – 1:30 a.m.
Innovation Awards
During Networking Lunch
Sponsored Coffee Lounge
1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
CALL FOR SPEAKERS
Want to present a topic at WAC2020? Visit HERE
*Tuesday Afternoon Education Sessions:
Electronics
Regulatory: Europe
Sustainability
CALL FOR SPEAKERS
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Mergers & Acquisitions
Wednesday April 22nd:
Registration & Speaker Ready Room Open
6:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Networking Breakfast
6:30 – 8:00 a.m.
General Session Keynote
8:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Sponsored Coffee Lounge
9:30 a.m. – Noon
*Wednesday Morning Education Sessions:
Packaging
Upstream Economics: Global & Regional
Regulatory: North America
CALL FOR SPEAKERS
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New Technologies / Applications
Regional Update & Networking Lunch
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Sponsored Coffee Lounge
1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
*Wednesday Afternoon Education Sessions:
Business Development
Regulatory: Asia
Test Labs / Standards
CALL FOR SPEAKERS
Want to present a topic at WAC2020? Visit HERE
New Technologies / Applications
*PLEASE NOTE: Times, subjects, presentation titles and speakers are subject to change.
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The World Adhesive & Sealant Conference in 2020 is the most important INTERNATIONAL event for stakeholders in the Adhesive and Sealant industry worldwide. WAC takes place only once every four years alternating between the United States, Europe and Asia.
In 2020 the event is being organized by The Adhesive & Sealant Council (United States) and takes place in Chicago, Illinois, April 20 – 22, 2020
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(includes schedule)
Conference
The WAC Conference will feature exclusive keynote addresses and educational sessions featuring subject matter experts from around the world. Speakers will share their knowledge and expertise on the latest business and technology developments and innovations and opportunities in the adhesive and sealant markets. Call for Speakers Now Open
EXPO
The World Adhesive EXPO is the adhesive and sealant industry’s WORLD trade show, held only once every four years. Meet FACE to FACE with raw materials and service suppliers, distributors, and equipment manufacturers from around the world to discuss your needs and discover new products and services. EXCLUSIVE sponsorships are also available!
View a current list of exhibiting companies HERE.
Networking
Held only once every four years, WAC is the premier international event to meet and network with industry professionals from around the world. NO OTHER event brings together this many adhesive and sealant suppliers, manufacturers, equipment companies, and end users in one place. WAC is indeed the place to be in 2020!
Don’t Miss This Opportunity to Connect in 2020
with the Global Adhesive & Sealant Industry!
A Grand Opening Reception & Dinner
Attendees can look forward to an entertaining and GRAND ‘Chicago Style’ Opening welcoming the global adhesive & sealant community to WAC 2020 in the ‘Windy City’ followed by a reception and dinner.
High Impact Keynotes
Subject matter experts and internationally recognized speakers will deliver highly impactful keynotes on timely subjects of interest to the adhesive & sealant industry. Call for Speakers Now Open.
Educational Programming for Technical & Business Staff
Industry experts share their knowledge, expertise, and experience to keep you and your company up to date on the latest developments, technologies and business opportunities. Call for Speakers Now Open.
World Adhesive & Sealant EXPO
The 2020 World Adhesive & Sealant EXPO brings together global suppliers, distributors, and equipment manufacturers to meet the ever-growing needs of the industry.
Exclusive Networking Events
Held only once every four years, WAC is the premier international event to meet and network with industry professionals from around the world. Numerous events and opportunities to connect will be available!
2020 Innovation Awards
The 2020 ASC Innovation Awards recognize companies that have made efforts to differentiate and make significant impact in the marketplace. This year we focus on GLOBAL innovations! Be sure to join us as we announce the “2020 Innovation Award” winners.
Incredible SPONSORSHIP Opportunities for Companies
STAND ABOVE THE CROWD at WAC 2020. Exclusive opportunities are available to reach the global industry at this important event! Download the WAC Brochure for complete details, then contact Malinda Armstrong at +1 301-986-9700 x1106, malinda.armstrong@ascouncil.org
Chicago Entertainment & Fun Themed Activities
There’s a little something for everyone in Chicago including world-class museums, Michelin-star restaurants, live shows in one of over 200 theaters, guided tours, sporting events, shopping and unmatched nightlife. LOTS of fun in store for attendees!
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WAC 2020 Organizer:
“On behalf of The Adhesive and Sealant Council, our co-hosts and co-promoters, and the U.S. adhesive and sealant industry, we are extremely honored to welcome the global community to Chicago for the World Adhesive and Sealant Conference (WAC) April 20-22, 2020. We are diligently working to deliver a world-class event that will be memorable for all participants for years to come.”
Bill Allmond
President, The Adhesive & Sealant Council, U.S.A.
WAC 2020 Co-Organizers:
WAC 2020 Co-Promoters:
ASMAC
The Adhesive and Sealants Manufacturers Association of Canada (ASMAC)
JAIA
Japan Adhesive Industry Association (JAIA)
KAIA
Korea Adhesive Industry Association (KAIA)
TSRAIA
Taiwan Synthetic Resins & Adhesives Industrial Association (TSRAIA)
CATIA
China Adhesives and Tape Industry Association (CATIA)
BAMA
Bangladesh Adhesive Manufacturers Association (BAMA)
(301) 986-9700
WAC 2020 ORGANIZER
The Adhesive & Sealant Council
510 King Street Suite 418, Alexandria, VA 22314
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