International Tungsten, Refractory & Hardmaterials Conference Program Now Available
The 10th International Conference on Tungsten, Refractory & Hardmaterials (Tungsten2020) program is now available. Since the conference was last held in 2014, explosive developments have been made in numerous fields, notably metal additive manufacturing (AM) using refractory metals and alloys, and their carbides. Explore the latest developments in Montréal, Canada, June 27–July 1, 2020, at the Montréal Convention Center.
Tungsten2020 conference attendees can expect topics including developments in:
- metal AM;
- cobalt-free carbide and alloy compositions;
- field-assisted sintering technology (spark plasma sintering);
- cold spray for refractory materials;
- nanocrystalline materials;
- nano-phase refractory metals and alloys;
- and more.
Tungsten2020 attendees will also have access to two co-located conferences: the Additive Manufacturing with Powder Metallurgy Conference (AMPM2020) and the World Congress on Powder Metallurgy & Particulate Materials (WorldPM2020).
Co-located conference access includes:
- More than 140 sessions and nearly 500 technical presentations between the three co-located conferences;
- The world’s largest trade exhibit featuring over 150 exhibitors of PM; metal AM; and tungsten, refractory, and hardmaterials equipment, powder suppliers, and component manufacturers;
- Networking with over 1,200 attendees from around the globe;
- Even more time in the trade exhibit—this year’s conference features two networking luncheons adjacent to the trade exhibit;
- An optional Metal AM Tutorial focusing on basic information and guidance on the use of metal powders, including safety, handling, and storage to maximize the quality of the powders and subsequent performance of the consolidated parts;
- And more!
“Montréal is North America's number one host city for international events,” stated James P. Adams, Executive Director/CEO, Metal Powder Industries Federation. “Combined with the region’s strong technology center, delegates should leave Montréal with new ideas, industry contacts, and lasting memories.”
Review the program and register now at Tungsten2020.org.
Regarding COVID-19
At this time, MPIF has no plans to cancel or postpone WorldPM2020. The health and safety of our attendees, exhibitors, students and guests is our top priority. MPIF is keeping a close pulse on the Center for Disease & Prevention Center (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO) and local and regional health organization in the United States and Canada and their recommendations and will post weekly updates to the conference website.
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Editor's Note: For further information, please contact Deb Stab or call or (609) 452-7700.
About the Metal Powder Industries Federation
Metal Powder Industries Federation is the North American trade association formed by the powder metallurgy industry to advance the interests of the metal powder producing and consuming industries and provides a single point of reference for all MPIF member companies
About APMI International
APMI International is a non-profit professional society which promotes the advancement of powder metallurgy and particulate materials as a science. Its purpose is to disseminate and exchange information about PM and particulate materials through publications, conferences, and other activities of the society.
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