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Conference Registration
Conference Schedule
Main
Sunday, October 6th Board of Directors Meeting Welcome Reception and Registration |
Monday, October 7th Technical Sessions Group Banquet |
Tuesday, October 8th Technical Sessions Facility Tour Group Dinner |
Wednesday, October 9th Technical Sessions Board of Directors Meeting |
Tentative Schedule
Times and locations are subject to change
All times are listed in Eastern Time (ET)
Sunday, October 6 | ||
10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Board of Directors meeting | Suwannee 20 |
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Membership Committee Meeting | Suwannee 16 |
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Welcome Reception and Registration | Suwannee 15 |
Monday, October 7 | ||
8:00 am – 9:00 am | Registration | Suwannee Foyer |
9:00 am – 9:30 am | Welcome Remarks and Introduction | Suwannee 16 |
9:30 am – 10:30 am | General Session | Suwannee 16 |
10:30 am – 11:00 am | Networking Break | Suwannee Foyer |
11:00 am – 12 Noon | General Session | Suwannee 16 |
12 Noon – 1:00 pm | Lunch | Suwannee 15 |
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | General Session | Suwannee 16 |
2:00 pm – 2:15 pm | Break | Suwannee Foyer |
2:15 pm – 4:00 pm | General Sessions | Suwannee 16 |
5:30 pm – 9:00 pm |
Networking Reception and Dinner at Planet Hollywood. Join us for a night filled with star-studded flavors, epic eats, and a whole universe of fun.
Transportation, dinner, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks are all included in the fee. If you’ve already registered and would like to add this experience to your itinerary, please contact Kim Murray at kmurray@msp-amc.com for assistance.
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Tuesday, October 8 | ||
8:30 am – 12 Noon | Sessions | Suwannee 16 |
12 Noon – 1:00 pm | Lunch | Suwannee 15 |
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Off-site Tour: Additional Details will be posted in the near future. | |
6:00 pm – 9:30 pm | Group Dinner | Lake Toho Patio |
Wednesday, October 9 | ||
9:00 am – 10:30 am | Sessions | Suwannee 16 |
10:30 am – 10:45 am | Break | Suwannee Foyer |
10:45 am – 1:00 pm | Sessions | Suwannee 16 |
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Lunch | Suwannee 18/19 |
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Board of Directors Meeting | Suwannee 20 |
Conference Details
Reasons to Attend:
- Gain valuable knowledge and insights from the technical sessions focused on the PCM industry.
- Expand your professional network by connecting with colleagues from across the globe.
- Discover cutting-edge technologies that can enhance your processes and operations
Join us at the PCMI Fall 2024 Technical Conference in Orlando to make the most of these incredible opportunities.
Technical Programs in Development
Technical Programs in Development Include:
- David Allen from Cranfield University on “Back to Basics – Free Acid in Ferric Chloride Etching”
- Alex Stepinski from Smart Factory Design on “Economical Closed-Loop Water Recycling Systems”
- Neal Fine from Arctura Wind on “Point-of-Use Manufacture of Nitric Acid”
- Jimmy Trost from Vaga Industries on “Innovations in 3D Printing”
- Evan Howard from Schmoll-Maschinen GmbH on “Automation in Direct Imaging Systems”
- Dennis Pusch from Schmoll-Maschinen GmbH on “Automation Part 2 – Traceability with Serialization”
- Steve Marino from Orbel on “Building Collaborative Relationships with Your Forming Supplier”
- Tony Jackson from RBP Chemical Technology on “Chemistries and Applications”
- Glenn Miller from PCI Specialty Chemical Division on “Dry Resist for Chemical Milling”
- Ana Lambert from Tech-Etch, Matthew Murray from Tecan Ltd., and Dylan Reitz from Chemcut Corporation on “Leveraging ChatGPT: Success Stories and Strategies”
- Yvonne Huang from Manz on “Wet Chemistry Process Equipment and Inkjet Printing”
Hotel
Rosen Shingle Creek Resort
9939 Universal Blvd,
Orlando, FL 32819
Click here to view the hotel floor plan.
Online Reservations: Group Rate Reservation Link
Call-in Reservations: 1-(866) 996-6338
Group Rate: $219/night (not including tax)
Reservation Deadline: Friday, September 13, 2024
Please mention PCMI to obtain the group rate. Hotel reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis until Friday, September 13, or until the block has sold out. PCMI cannot guarantee the group rate after Friday, September 13.
Check-in Time: 3:00 pm ET
Checkout Time: 11:00 am ET
Travel Information
Self-Parking: $28/night
Valet Parking: $40 (plus tax)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) – 11 miles (15 minutes) from hotel
Taxi or Uber $35-$45 each way from Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Facility Tour
Don’t miss out on a unique opportunity to explore the Kennedy Space Center Complex with an exclusive private tour. You’ll journey through the Gateway™: The Deep Space Launch Complex, get an up-close view of the Space Shuttle Atlantis®, and experience the Shuttle Launch Experience®. The tour also includes visits to the Apollo/Saturn V Center, Heroes and Legends with the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®, and the Rocket Garden.
Meet real astronauts during the Astronaut Encounter and immerse yourself in captivating 3D Space Films. Capture unforgettable photos at iconic locations such as the Vehicle Assembly Building and Launch Complex 39.
This special tour offers unparalleled access and in-depth insights into space exploration.
If you’ve already registered and would like to add this experience to your itinerary, please contact Kim Murray at kmurray@msp-amc.com for assistance.
- Gateway™: The Deep Space Launch Complex featuring Spaceport KSC
- Space Shuttle Atlantis® and the Shuttle Launch Experience®
- Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour
- Apollo/Saturn V Center
- Heroes and Legends featuring the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®
- Astronaut Encounter
- Planet Play
- Rocket Garden guided tours
- Journey to Mars
- 3D Space Films
Early Bird Special
Conference Early Bird Special
Register by September 13th and save $150 on your registration fee!
Members and First-timers |
Third Person + Members | Non Members | Speakers for One Day |
Speakers for Two Days |
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Welcome Reception | $0 | $0 | $100 | $0 | $0 |
Conference | $525 | $275 | $1,375 | $0 | $100 |
Group Banquet | $135 | $135 | $250 | $135 | $135 |
Group Dinner | $135 | $135 | $250 | $135 | $135 |
Facility Tour | $150 | $150 | $250 | $150 | $150 |
Unlock Exclusive Savings: Early-Bird Conference Registration!
Register by September 13th to save $150 on your conference fee. Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer!
Sponsorship Opportunities and Information
PCMI Sponsorship is Good for Your Business!
All PCMI conference sponsorship levels provide the following benefits:
Promotion – You will have the opportunity to promote your company’s products and/or services during the conference with a tabletop display.
Networking Opportunities to key photo chemical machining industry leaders.
Advertising – Your company will be recognized on marketing materials and promotional emails, the Conference Website Event Page, and PCMI’s social media channels (Facebook & LinkedIn).
Brand Recognition – Directly to conference attendees with your company’s logo on the shared sponsor board and hyperlinked logo on PCMI’s website.
NEW THIS YEAR FOR PLATINUM & GOLD SPONSORS! Sponsor spotlight on promotional emails. The company may place and supply a one-time embedded video, banner ad, or short article. (Specs will be provided.)
Platinum Sponsorship: $1,500
- Company Showcase – Offers the unique opportunity to showcase and market your company with a 15–20-minute presentation. Conference Registration – One (1) complimentary conference registration ($525 value).
Dinner Registrations – Two (2) complimentary registrations for the Group Dinner or the Annual Banquet ($270 value).
Signage – Logo recognition at sponsored event and shared sponsor board.
**NEW** Website banner ad, four (4) month run.
Gold Sponsorship: $1,250
- Dinner Host – Offers the opportunity to provide welcome remarks at designated sponsored dinner, either the Annual Banquet or Group Dinner.
Dinner Registration –Two complimentary registrations for your designated sponsored dinner ($270 value). Signage –Logo recognition at the selected sponsored dinner and shared sponsor board.
**NEW** – Website banner ad, three (3) month run.
Silver Sponsorship: $950
- Lunch Host – Offers the opportunity to provide welcome remarks during sponsored lunch on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday.
- Signage —Logo recognition at sponsored lunch and shared sponsor board.
**NEW** – Website banner ad, one (1) month run.
Bronze Sponsorship: $500
- Refreshment Breaks Host
- Signage – Logo recognition at all break food and beverage stations and shared sponsor board.
Conference Dress Code
The dress code for the PCMI Technical Conference is business casual or professional attire. This includes slacks or khakis, collared shirts or blouses, skirts or dresses, and closed-toe shoes. Jeans, t-shirts, and sneakers are not suitable for the technical sessions. However, sneakers or comfortable closed-toe shoes are recommended for the facility tour.
Additionally, please refrain from wearing strong fragrances, as some attendees may have allergies or sensitivities.
Fall 2024 Conference Committee
- Peter Engel, Newcut by Fathom
- Eric Kemperman, Etchform BV
- Steve Marino, Orbel Corp.
- Blake Parkinson, Watlow
- Dennis Pusch, Schmoll Maschinen GmbH
- Thomas von Rickenbach, CMT Rickenbach SA
If you are interested in serving on the Fall 2024 International Conference Committee, please contact Cathy Flaherty at cflaherty@pcmi.org.
Contact
If you have a question or need more information please contact:
cbentley@msp-amc.com, Meetings Manager
Catherine Flaherty | Executive Director
Photo Chemical Machining Institute
1300 Piccard Dr LL-14,
Rockville, MD 20850
(508) 385-0085