The Conference will be held at the Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak, in Phoenix, Arizona, from October 8-12, 2022! The program will feature technical sessions, networking with colleagues from around the world, a facility tour plus the opportunity to explore emerging PCM technologies.
PCMI will continue to accept conference registrations although the hotel registration deadline was September 16th.
Please check with the hotel directly to find out if there are still rooms available in the PCMI block.
The hotel contact information is below.
The schedule, programs in development, and additional information are below.
The scheduled times are approximate and will be updated as more details are confirmed.
Saturday, October 8, 2022
9:00 am – 1:30 pm – PCMI Board of Directors Meeting
Sunday, October 9, 2022
9:00 am – 4:00 pm – Pre-Conference Tour – Sedona “Red Rocks” Scenic Tour, Lunch, and Winery Visit
Monday, October 10, 2022
9:00 am – 9:30 am – Opening Welcome Remarks and Attendee Introductions
9:30 am – 12:45 pm – Technical Sessions
12:45 pm – 1:45 pm – Lunch
1:45 pm – 5:15 pm – Technical Sessions
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Annual Banquet (Offsite Location TBA)
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
9:00 am – 9:15 am – Annual Meeting – Election of Board of Directors
9:15 am – 11:45 am – Technical Sessions
11:45 pm – 12:45 pm – Lunch
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Facility Tour – PMA Industries
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Group Networking Dinner | Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
9:00 am – 12:15 pm – Technical Sessions
12:15 pm – 1:15 pm – Lunch and Board of Directors Wrap-Up Meeting
Click on the session titles to read an abstract.
- Automation Strategy for Wet Processing Equipment
- Current Developments and Improvements Using Zapp MicroEtch and Zapp SuperEtch: A Case Study
- Environmental Concerns and Trends | Panel Discussion
- Front End Processing – Pre-Cleaning
- Future of Film – Moving Forward
- Group Discussion – Drying Small Parts
- Improving Dry Film Adhesion in the Photo Chemical Milling Process
- Improving Efficiency & Profitability inside a Clean Room
- Manufacturing Demand from a Customer’s Perspective
- New Member Product and Service Showcase
- Strengthening the Weakest Links in the PCM Process Chain: #5 Cleaning/Metal Preparation Before Lamination
- Treatments of Waste Ferric Chloride Containing Dissolved Nickel and Chromium
- Welcome to Phoenix
- What to Expect During the PMA Facility Tour on Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Conference
PCMI Members – $475
First Conference Non-Members – $475
Non-Members – $1,200
Conference | Third Person Plus *
PCMI Members – $240
First Conference Non-Members – $240
Non-Members – $600
* A discount is applied if you register three or more people for the conference.
Pre-Conference Tour
PCMI Members – $125
First Conference Non-Members – $125
Non-Members – $250
Banquet and Group Dinners
PCMI Members – $100
First Conference Non-Members – $100
Non-Members – $200
Facility Tour
PCMI Members – $100
First Conference Non-Members – $100
Non-Members – $200
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
7677 N. 16th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85020
602-997-2626
- The resort features all-suite accommodations.
- The rate is $199.00 per suite and includes breakfast.
- When booking your room, please make sure to mention the group code, which is PCMI 2022.
Click here to reserve your room online.
To make your reservation by phone.
Call the reservation line – 1-800-Hiltons (445-8667)
Call the hotel directly – 1-602-997-2626
About the Hotel and Location
Nestled near the Phoenix Mountain Preserve, Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak s conveniently located near downtown Phoenix & Scottsdale and 20 minutes (10 miles) from Sky Harbor International Airport.
The resort features all-suite accommodations with 224 remastered Agave Suites at North Pointe. Resort amenities include a four-acre waterpark, a full-service spa, and fitness center, two delicious restaurants, and 48,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor meeting space.
The PCMI Pre-Conference Tour will include a Sightseeing Highlights Tour of Sedona “Red Rocks,” Lunch, and a Winery Visit.
More information on the Pre-Conference Tour will be available soon.
PCMI Sponsorship is good for your business!
PCMI conference sponsorship provides:
- Opportunity to promote your company’s products or services during the conference at a tabletop display;
- Access to key photo chemical machining industry leaders;
- Advertising – Your company’s linked logo will be placed on the PCMI website;
- Name recognition – Your company will be recognized during the conference, in the marketing materials, and on the Conference Website Event Page.
Sponsorship Fees
- Platinum – $1,000
- Gold – $750
- Silver – $500
- Bronze – $300
You can sign up as a Conference Sponsor on the Registration Form.
David Allen, Cranfield University
Jim Everson, PMA Industries / Photometals
Peter Jefferies, Heatric, Division of Meggitt
Eric Kemperman, Etchform BV
Mike Lynch, United Western Enterprises, Inc.
If you have a question or need more information please contact:
Photo Chemical Machining Institute
11 Robert Toner Blvd., #234
North Attleboro, MA 02763 US
508-385-0085
Catherine Flaherty | Executive Director
Katie Burke | Program Manager
Maggi Healy | Program Assistant
