Thursday 9th and Friday 10th October Hilton Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast Queensland, Australia Half-day industry seminar Stainless 201 supported by Engineers Australia Catching the next wave The Australian stainless steel industry s premier conference event, and ASSDA s 21st National Conference and 10th International Forum focusing on the Asia-Pacific region. Two half-day conference sessions with an exceptional line-up of speakers Happy Hours PacRim Gala Dinner PacRim Golf Ambrose Local brewery Tour Farewell Dinner Brought to you by REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN Event begins 9 October IMAGE COURTESY OF GOLD COAST TOURISM. PacRim Stainless is proudly sponsored by:
PacRim Stainless offers a phenomenal line-up of speakers from around the corner, around the country and around the globe. Dr Doug McTaggart Economist and Advisor (Australia) Dr Gerhard Pariser Market Research Director Heinz H. Pariser (Germany) Juerg Schweizer Stainless Structurals Asia (Singapore) Dr Veronique Steukers Director, Global Public Affairs & Advocacy Nickel Institute (Belgium) Geoff Matheson Principal McKays Solicitors (Australia) Dr Fausto Capelli Centro Inox (Italy) Lee Kremer President Stellar Solutions Inc. (USA) Gerard Mulcahy MME Surface Finishing (Australia) Richard Matheson Executive Director ASSDA (Australia) Greg Childs Queensland Manager Valbruna (Australia) Peter Shaw Industry Director - Highways & Structures AECOM (Australia) To view the speaker biographies and to keep up-to-date with the conference program and speaker additions, please visit: www.assda.asn.au
Brought to you by the Australian Stainless Steel Development Association (ASSDA), PacRim Stainless is the premier annual event bringing together Australia s stainless steel industry and colleagues from abroad in an exclusive networking environment. Hosted at the Hilton Surfers Paradise on Queensland s Gold Coast in Australia on Thursday 9 th and Friday 10 th October, PacRim Stainless will be ASSDA s 21 st National Conference and 10 th International Forum focusing on the Asia-Pacific region. This year s conference theme - Catching the next wave - will explore the emerging challenges and opportunities for innovation and growth in an increasingly competitive environment. What will the conference program cover? Featuring an exceptional line-up of speakers, two half-day conference sessions will discuss: A global and local view of the stainless steel industry Economic challenges and opportunities for market growth Gaining traction and market share amongst global competition Forward thinking, collaboration and innovation for a long-term sustainable stainless steel industry PacRim Stainless also offers an extensive social program with both nights of the conference kicking off with a Happy Hour prior to a social dinner. Our Thursday night Gala Dinner is without doubt the social highlight of PacRim Stainless and will provide excellent opportunities for networking and fun. ASSDA will host its annual 2-ball Golf Ambrose with players vying for the Barry Durrant Memorial Trophy, and non-golfing delegates may enjoy a tour of local Gold Coast brewery, the Burleigh Brewing Co. Accompanying partners are welcome to participate in all social events ASSDA Annual General Meeting (AGM) ASSDA s AGM will be held on Thursday 9 th October at 1.00pm before the conference opening. Only members of the Association may vote, but all conference delegates are welcome to attend. Why should you attend PacRim Stainless? Gain invaluable insights about your industry and advances in materials and technologies Learn from real-life case studies and be inspired by experienced, key decision makers in the local and global stainless steel community Discuss current and future domestic and international issues and what challenges lie ahead for you industry Network, share knowledge and expertise at the conference refreshment breaks and social events. Put a face to a name and engage with fellow members and colleagues from abroad in one place Where is PacRim Stainless being held? ASSDA is hosting its conference at the Hilton Surfers Paradise on Queensland s Gold Coast, Australia, offering the perfect opportunity to bring your partner or family for a break. Set in the heart of Surfers Paradise and soaring above the white sands of one of Australia s most iconic beaches, Hilton Surfers Paradise offers stylish guest accommodation with stunning views and elegant, modern facilities. Shopping, entertainment, world-class dining and surf beaches are only a stones throw away from the hotel. The Gold Coast offers a wealth of family-friendly activities and attractions, including Dreamworld, Movieworld and other major amusement theme parks within 20km of the conference venue. See www.visitgoldcoast.com. ASSDA is holding limited rooms at the Hilton Surfers Paradise at special discounted rates starting from 189 per night for PacRim Stainless delegates. We are also offering all delegates these discounted rates 3 days pre- and 3 days post-conference. To book with these special rates, use our online personalised group page which can be accessed from the ASSDA website, or quote group code GASSA when booking through the Hilton Surfers Paradise website. Rooms and rates are subject to availability at the time of booking. Take advantage of ASSDA s special accommodation rates and make the most of your visit to one of Queensland s most iconic and vibrant tourist destinations. What is ASSDA? The Australian Stainless Steel Development Association (ASSDA) was established in 1992 to address and harness stainless steel s growth trend in Australia. A not-for-profit organisation that aims to increase the consumption and proper use of stainless steel in Australia, ASSDA s acitvities focus on networking, promotion, education, industry accreditation, advocacy and problem solving. The Association could not continue without the valuable support of its sponsors and more than 200 members organisations who work with it to grow the market for stainless steel. ASSDA Sponsor 1: Atlas Steels, Austral Wright Metals, Nickel Institute, Outokumpu, Sandvik Australia ASSDA Sponsor 2: Midway Metals, Outokumpu, Stainless Structuals Asia, Stoddart Manufacturing, YC Inox Co., Ltd ASSDA Sponsor 3: Australian Stainless Distributors, Dalsteel Metals, Prochem Pipeline Products, Sanwa, Stalatube Oy, Valbruna Australia, Winsmore
SEMINAR: Stainless 201 8.30am - 12.00pm, Thursday 9 October Conference Program This half-day educational seminar is supported by Engineers Australia, and is a Type II CPD event. SEMINAR COVERAGE The basics Why is it stainless? The families and their mechanical and physical properties Differences from carbon steel in strength, ductility and cold working Tools for using stainless Selection of the right stainless steel in atmospheric, immersed chemical or high temperature environments Model clauses Specifying handling, fabrication, weld and other clean-up, plus post commissioning care for excellent results Case studies Success in structural, food and decorative fabrications including comparisons to other materials Extreme environments Where some specific procedures and/or materials are required SPEAKER: Dr Graham Sussex Dr Graham Sussex has been ASSDA s technical specialist since 2001. He is a materials expert with over 30 years experience and more than 600 technical publications to his name. Stainless steel is his specialty. Cost: 125 ASSDA and Engineers Australia members, 150 non-members Includes: Morning tea, lunch, a copy of the 2012 Australian Stainless Reference Manual valued at 77, seminar proceedings and other relevant technical publications on CD. EA members can choose to record CPD hours for attendance at this seminar and PacRim Stainless conference sessions in their personal CPD logs. Members should refer to Engineers Australia s CPD policy for details of requirements and conditions. Thurday 9 October Satchels sponsored by Dalsteel Metals Name tags sponsored by Sandvik Australia 8.00am Seminar registration: Stainless 201 Supported by Engineers Australia 8.30am 10.15am 10.30am 12.00pm 1.00pm 1.15pm 1.20pm 1.50pm 2.20pm 2.50pm 3.15pm Stainless 201 seminar commences Refreshment break: Morning tea Stainless 201 seminar Networking lunch and conference registration Sponsored by Atlas Steels ASSDA Annual General Meeting Conference Welcome & Official Opening Steve Warnett, ASSDA President PAPER 1: Geoff Matheson Principal, McKays Solicitors (Australia) Anti competitive conduct and corporate governance PAPER 2: Dr Gerhard Pariser Market Research Director, Heinz H. Pariser (Germany) The global outlook for stainless steel and nickel PAPER 2: Dr Doug McTaggart Economist and Advisor Economic outlook for Australia and its manufacturing industry Refereshment break: Afternoon tea Sponsored by Atlas Steels PAPER 4: Juerg Schweizer, Stainless Structurals Asia (Singapore) The laser-fusion process and the possibility of creating any structural shape according to your design Friday 10 October Satchels sponsored by Dalsteel Metals Name tags sponsored by Sandvik Australia 8.15am 8.30am 8.35am 9.05am 9.35am 10.05am 10.30am 11.00am 11.30am 12.00pm 12.05pm 12.45pm Conference registration Day 2 conference welcome PAPER 7: Dr Veronique Steukers Director of Global Affairs & Advocacy, Nickel Institute (Belgium) PAPER 8: Dr Fausto Capelli, Centro Inox (Italy) Some results of the promotional activity in Italy PAPER 9: Sami Packalen (TBC) Marketing Director, Stalatube Oy (Finland) Refreshment break: Morning tea Sponsored by Austral Wright Metals PAPER 10: Lee Kremer President, Stellar Solutions Inc. (USA) Safe weld cleaning and passivation PAPER 11: Greg Childs Queensland Manager, Valbruna Australia Stainless long products and the Valbruna Australia strategy PAPER 12: Richard Matheson Executive Director, ASSDA 21 years to inform our future Conference Day 2 wrap up and close Lunch Sponsored by Austral Wright Metals Choose between: PacRim Golf Ambrose Barry Durrant Memorial Trophy Sponsored by Amity Pacific and supported by Stephen Durrant. 12.45pm - 5.30pm, Friday 10 October This Graham Marsh designed, par 72-championship golf course and former home to the prestigious Queensland PGA Championship offers generous greens, wide fairways and a multitude of pristine lakes. The 5807 metre championship layout has the ability to challenge golfers at all levels. Each hole has its own challenges to make your playing experience interesting and unique. Cost: 120 members/140 non-members Includes: Transport, 18 holes, motorised cart. Refreshment cart and golf club rental available at players expense. Afternoon tour: Burleigh Brewing Co. 2.20pm - 5.30pm, Friday 10 October For the non-golfers, we invite you to join us on a tour of local Gold Coast brewery, the Burleigh Brewing Co. Hear the story of the inspiration behind their beers (while you ve got one in your hand) and see the journey that every brew takes, from the mill all the way to the bottling line and coldroom. You will experience an up-close encounter with the equipment, climb the steps to the brewer s deck and peer inside the tanks, take a close look at the ingredients of a great beer, and learn all about what they do and why they do it. Cost: 80 members/90 non-members Includes: Transport, brewery tour, beverages Footwear: Closed-in shoes PacRim Gala Dinner + Happy Hour 6.00pm - 10.00pm, Thursday 9 October Theme: 21 again marks ASSDA s 21 st PacRim Stainless conference. Join our night of celebration as we take a walk down memory lane and capture new memories with our very own photobooth! The dinner will provide excellent opportunities for networking and fun amongst live entertainment with a few little surprises. Don t forget your dancing shoes - a DJ will keep the crowd moving until it s time to dim the lights. Cost: 170 members/190 non-members Includes: Thursday night Happy Hour, buffet dinner, alcoholic beverage package, live entertainment Dress: Cocktail 3.45pm 4.15pm 4.45pm 6.00pm 7.00pm PAPER 5: Peter Shaw Industry Director - Highways & Structures, AECOM Stainless steel in civil engineering structures PAPER 6: Gerard Mulcahy, MME Surface Finishing The importance of finishing architectural stainless for the long term Conference Day 1 wrap up and close Happy Hour Fix Cocktail Bar Gala Dinner: 21 again The Hilton Poolside 6.30pm 7.30pm PacRim Golf Ambrose Sponsored by Amity Pacific and supported by Stephen Durrant. Emerald Lakes Golf Course: 12.45pm - 5.30pm Afternoon tour: Burleigh Brewing Co. 2.20pm - 5.30pm Happy Hour Fix Cocktail Bar PacRim Farewell Dinner The Deck Please see www.assda.asn.au for speaker biographies and to keep up-to-date with the conference program and speaker additions. Conference program is subject to change. PacRim Farewell Dinner + Happy Hour 6.30pm - 10.00pm, Friday 10 October Our Farewell Dinner on Friday evening follows ASSDA s annual PacRim Golf Ambrose or tour to the Burleigh Brewing Co. We ll gather for a night of celebration as we reflect on the conference highlights, congratulate the winners of the Barry Durrant Memorial Trophy, and consolidate the connections and friendships we ve made. Cost: 140 members/170 non-members Includes: Friday night Happy Hour, buffet dinner, alcoholic beverage package, live entertainment Dress: Smart casual #PacRimStainless @ASSDA1
REGISTRATION FORM Please complete one form per delegate Online registration is available at www.assda.asn.au Accompanying partner participation can be included on delegate registration Member rates are extended to Engineers Australia members and accompanying partners of members 9-10 October Hilton Surfers Paradise Queensland, Australia A. DELEGATE DETAILS Title First name Surname Speaker? Company Position Postal address Dr Y Mr N Ms C. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION 1. Full conference sessions package (Thurs & Fri sessions + lunch both days + afternoon/morning tea) Member 690 Non-member 790 2. Thursday only conference sessions - 9 October (incl. Thurs conference sessions + lunch + afternoon tea) Member 440 Non-member 500 3. Friday only conference sessions - 10 October (incl. Fri conference sessions + morning tea + lunch) Member 440 Non-member 500 4. Accompanying partner refreshment breaks only (incl. Thurs lunch + afternoon tea & Fri morning tea + lunch; no conference sessions) Member 80 Non-member 90 SUB-TOTAL: C. Conference Registration Telephone Mobile Email Accompanying partner s first and last name (for name tag) Please specify any special dietary requirements Preferred name on badge ACCOMMODATION: HILTON SURFERS PARADISE ASSDA is holding limited rooms at discounted rates for delegates. We are also offering delegates these discounted rates 3 days pre- and 3 days post-conference. Please refer to www.assda.asn.au to book and secure your accommodation. All bookings must be made directly with Hilton Surfers Paradise, quoting group code GASSA. B. SEMINAR REGISTRATION: Stainless 201 1. Stainless 201 half-day seminar - 9 October (incl. seminar materials, morning tea + lunch) D. SOCIAL EVENTS If accompanying partner is also participating, please tick the x 2 box and multiply charge x 2. 1. Full social event package (incl. Happy Hours, Gala Theme Dinner and Farewell Dinner) Member 270 Non-member 300 2. Gala Theme Dinner only - 9 October (incl. Thursday night Happy Hour) Member 170 Non-member 190 x 2 3. Farewell Dinner only - 10 October (incl. Friday night Happy Hour) Member 140 Non-member 160 x 2 4. Afternoon tour: The Burleigh Brewing Co. (incl. 1 hour tour, transport and beverages) Member 80 5. Golf: 2-ball ambrose at the Emerald Lakes Golf Course (Barry Durrant Memorial Trophy. Incl. 18 holes, transport; excludes club rental) Member 120 My golf handicap is SUB-TOTAL: D. Social events PAYMENT METHOD (all registrations must be paid for prior to event) Non-member 90 Non-member 140 x 2 Do you need to hire clubs? (Pay 20 on the day to the club) Member 125 Non-member 150 TOTAL AMOUNT PAYABLE (B + C + D): SUB-TOTAL: B. Seminar registration (All costs are GST inclusive) x 2 x 2 1. Credit card: Visa Mastercard *Amex and Diners cards not accepted 2. Cheque I enclose a cheque payable to the Australian Stainless Steel Development Association Name on card 3. Please invoice me for the full amount Card number Expiry date Signature mm/year Amount payable RETURN THIS FORM TO: Australian Stainless Steel Development Association (ASSDA) Level 4, 243 Edward Street, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, 4000 P: +61 7 3220 0722 F: +61 7 3220 0733 E: assda@assda.asn.au IMPORTANT: Cancellations within 14 working days of the event will be charged at full price. Replacement delegates may be sent in lieu of cancellation. ASSDA reserves the right to cancel the event due to insufficient registrations or other reasons beyond their control. Conference program subject to change.