Calendar of Events

May

2-3

NAFTA Conference - Washington, D.C. The latest details and concerns of the maquila induatry, discussed in roundtable fashion. Sponsored by the U.S. - Mexico Chamber of Commerce

(202) 371-8680.

4-5

Robotic Technology and Engineering Challenge - Rochester, NY. Sponsored by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers and robotics International of SME.

7-8

Fire Hazards in Oxygen Systems - San Francisco, Calif. A two-day technical and professional training course sponsored by the American Society for Testing and Materials. Addressing topics such as identifying and evaluating hazards in oxygen systems

(610) 832-9685.

14-15

AmCon - Arlington, Texas. Bringing suppliers of custom metal, plastic, rubber and electronic parts together with qualified OEM buyers in regional markets around the country. AmCon exhibitors are all job shops and contract manufacturers that provide custom metal, plastic, rubber , or electronic parts and related manufacturing services to OEMs.

(800) 829-7467.

Adhesives and Sealants: New technologies for the Transportation Industry - Detroit, Mich. This one-day industry seminar will focus on the use of adhesives and sealants in the transportation industry. Sponsored by the Adhesive and Sealant Council, Inc.

(301) 986-9700.

21-23

ISA Monterrey 2002 - Monterrey, N.L., Mexico. Sponsored by the Instrumentation, Systems and Automation Society, and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, this highly-focused regional event is sure to provide dynamic opportunities for learning, solutions-exchange and social interaction among suppliers, end-users and colleagues.

(01152) 8369-6888.

22-23

National Electrical Wire Processing Technology - Milwaukee, Wis. Featuring new ideas and the latest trends and innovations in the industry.

(262) 367-5500.

28-June 2

2002 SME Annual Meeting - Dallas, Texas. Find out what your workforce an do to advance their skills and stay ahead of the competition.

(800) 829-7467.

June

16-21

Powder Metallurgy World Congress - Orlando, Florida. The program includes more than 400 technical papers covering new developments and trends in all aspects of powder metallurgy and particulate technology. The event also features a trade exhibition of international suppliers of metal powders P/M process equipment and P/M parts and products.

(609) 452-7700.

27-29

Border Trade Alliance (BTA) International Conference - Vancouver, Canada. Co-produced by the BTA and PACE (the Pacific Corridor Enterprise Council), this conference addresses strategies for facilitating trade among Canada, Mexico and the United States. Network with a business and community leaders from all three nations and learn about the latest policy developments impacting trade and border affairs.

(800) 333-5523.

September

4-11

Manufacturing 2002 Conference - Chicago, Ill. Held alongside the IMTS 2002 conference. This conference is presented by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers and includes a session on robotics.

(800) 733-4763

10-12

Supply Chain & Logistics - Atlanta, GA. The event features a three-day conference with about 30 keynotes and sessions addressing various segments of the supply chain. The event also features a two-day exhibition Sept. 11-12 that will feature suppliers of products, services and solutions in key areas of the supply chain.

(800) 964-9665.

11-12

AmCon - Houston, Tex. Bringing suppliers of custom metal, plastic, rubber and electronic parts together with qualified OEM buyers in regional markets around the country. AmCon exhibitors are all job shops and contract manufacturers that provide custom metal, plastic, rubber, or electronic parts and related manufacturing services to OEM's

(800) 829-7467.

October

16-18

Border Logistics Show - El Paso, Tex. This show will reunite exhibitors involved in material handling, warehousing, transportation, distribution, logistics equipment and everything to support and improve the supply chain.

(915) 544-0022, (800) 443-5777.

13-15

Expo Maquila 2002 - Juarez, Chih., Mexico. Sourcing event serving the maquiladoras. Exhibiting products and services for this multi-million dollar industry.

(55)5398-60174.

Readers are encouraged to submit seminar and trade show event announcements. Send them at least 60 days in advance to Calendar of Events, 4110 Rio Bravo St., Ste. 108, El Paso, TX 79902. Or email: tpn@twinplantnews.com.