The international business and technology conference on minerals as additives, pigments and fillers in polymer compounding

The fifth AMI international conference, Minerals in Compounding 2010 will take place December 1-2, 2010 at The Hilton Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia, USA.

Minerals are a major proportion of the additives used in compounding polymers and many have multiple functions to add value, for example as flame retardants, antiblock and pigments. There is also a role as fillers. At the top end of the value chain are the nanoclays in nanocomposites. The mineral particle size, shape, surface area and matrix compatibility are all important factors affecting performance. It is also critical to understand mineral chemistry to choose the best products for each polymer. Surface treatments and modifiers can be utilized to improve mineral-polymer interaction and dispersion. Alternative materials such as natural fibers are being used to replace mineral fillers, a topic that can be debated at the conference.

Minerals in Compounding 2010 offers lively interaction between an international panel of speakers and delegates which stimulates debate in all sectors. The event also provides a comprehensive overview of the latest material, technology and market trends.

To register you may fill out the attached form and fax it to 610-478-0900. Please contact Ms. Jessie Martin, Conference Coordinator at 610-478-0800 or email: jm@amiplastics-na.com with any questions.

AMI is offering you the opportunity to register for MINERALS IN COMPOUNDING 2010 at a reduced price of $750 if you register before April 16th, 2010. This is a savings of over $340 and is valid for a limited time only!

Organized by:Applied Market Information LLC.

Minerals in Compounding 2010

1-2 December 2010The Hilton at Atlanta,

Atlanta, GA, USA

BE PART OF THE EVENT DEDICATED TO YOUR INDUSTRY

Save over $340if you register before April 16th 2010

CONFERENCE DETAILSDATE AND LOCATION: December 1-2, 2010, The Hilton at Atlanta255 Courtland Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30303United States Tel: +1 404 659 2000

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION The conference fee does not include lodging. We have negotiated a special rate of $129 per night for a single or double occupancy at The Hilton at Atlanta. Please contact the hotel’s reservation department directly and be sure to mention the AMI’S MINERALS IN COMPOUNDING 2010 conference to qualify for the special room rate. Rooms are limited and will be held on a first-come, first-reserved basis. The hotel rate is guaranteed a limited number of rooms so do not delay in making your reservation for a room at the conference location. Reservation cut-off date is October 29, 2010.+1-800- 445-8667 (reservations number-toll free in the US & Canada)or log on to: www.hilton.com

REGISTRATION FEERegister before April 16, 2010 for only $750. Thereafter the fee will be $1090. Registration includes all sessions, conference proceedings, reception, luncheons, and break refreshments.

GROUP RATESFor companies wishing to register two or more delegates, group discounts are available. Please contact the conference coordinator for more details.

SPONSOR THIS EVENT AND PROMOTE YOUR COMPANYAMI events are more than just arenas for listening and networking. They also represent highly targeted opportunities to enhance your image and promote your products and services to an international audience.

Each event offers the following unique awareness building opportunities:sponsorship of the welcome cocktail reception, lunches, coffee breaks, and much more. For further information please contact the conferencecoordinator at 610-478-0800.

EXHIBITION PACKAGEThis package includes an exhibition space in the conference room where we will be hosting the cocktail reception, coffee breaks and lunch, giving exhibitors maximum exposure. It also includes 1 free delegate place. Exhibitors may either use tables provided by the hotel or bring the own stand or display. Please note that only a limited number of tables are available. The cost of this package is $1600 if you register before April 16, 2010. The cost thereafter will be $1900. For further information please contact the conference manager.

LITERATURE DISPLAYIf your company is unable to send personnel to the conference, you can still make your presence felt by using our literature display service. Send your brochures or company information to the conference and we will display them for delegates to collect at their leisure. The cost for this service is $400.

SOCIAL EVENTSThe social events organized for Minerals in Compounding 2010 will provide an ideal setting for delegates and speakers to mix business with pleasure. On the first evening, everyone is warmly invited to attend the welcome cocktail reception which will follow the first conference session.

SUBSTITUTIONS / CANCELLATIONSDelegates may be substituted at any time at no charge. We ask that you provide ample notification of substitution in order that materials can be prepared. Full refunds, less an administrative charge of $200 will only be made on cancellations received prior to November 1, 2010. We regret that we cannot make refunds on cancellations received after this date or for no-shows at the conference.

FAX FORM TO: +1 610 478 0900

CONFERENCE HOTLINE

Ms. Jessie Martin, Conference CoordinatorMs. Margit Korsak, Conference DirectorApplied Market Information LLC Tel: +1 610 478 0800833 North Park Road, Suite #204, Fax: +1 610 478 0900Wyomissing, PA 19610, USA e-mail: jm@amiplastics-na.com

Please make copies of this registration form for others to use ordownload a PDF file copy of the brochure from our web site atwww.amiplastics-na.com

Registration form

Minerals in Compounding 2010December 1-2, 2010 The Hilton at Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA

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