The Vital Role of Protective Coatings in the Nuclear Industry

A robust nuclear safety culture is necessary for safe and reliable operation of commercial nuclear power plants. Develop your knowledge of how protective coatings play an important role in maintaining this safety. Attend the NACE Nuclear Power Plant Coatings Symposium to connect with industry personnel and coatings professionals while discussing important topics related to protective coatings and linings for commercial nuclear power facilities. 

Topics include but are not limited to: 

  • The History of Protective Coating Use in Nuclear Power Plants
  • Cure-In-Place Liners for Tanks and Piping 
  • ‍AP-1000 Construction Update
  • USNRC update 
  • Remote Coating and Lining Technology
  • Nuclear Utility Owner Protective Coating Specialist Forum
  • Small Modular Reactors

This event will help you: 

  • Understand the importance of creating a safety culture by protecting against corrosion 
  • Increase your knowledge of how protective coatings are used and inspected in nuclear power plants 
  • Network with professionals engaged in similar actions for the coatings and nuclear industry

Who should attend?

The symposium will be of interest to individuals involved with the selection, procurement, application, maintenance and assessment of effectiveness of coatings at nuclear power generating facilities. It will be of particular benefit to the following types of individuals associated with coatings or nuclear power plants:

  • Qualified coating inspectors (NACE CIPs and CIPs that have completed the Nuclear Facilities Certification Supplement)
  • Inspection firms - qualified inspectors and managers
  • Coating manufacturers sales and technical representatives
  • Architectural engineering firms - personnel involved in coating inspection and evaluation
  • Coating contractors, applicators and project managers
  • Governmental agencies with nuclear power plant oversight
  • Nuclear power plant coatings specialists, engineers, maintenance personnel, quality control and assurance managers

Conference Schedule

Monday

EPRI/NUCC Meeting
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday

EPRI/NUCC Meeting
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Exhibitor Set Up
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Networking Reception at hotel
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday

NACE Symposium
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Thursday

ASTM Meeting
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Friday

ASTM Meeting
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hosted at: Electric Power Research Institute 1300 West W.T. Harris Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28262

Hotel

Hilton Charlotte University Place

8629 JK Keynes Drive Charlotte, NC 28262

Hilton Charlotte University Place - Enjoy a relaxing stay in the heart of the shopping capital of North Carolina. We are next to the UNC Charlotte campus and many popular attractions such as the Shoppes at University Place. Our lakeside location offers a peaceful escape in a location close to all the action.

Book Your Room

1-855-271-3617
Group Name: NACE & ASTM Group
Deadline for hotel registration is January 30, 2017
Rates: 
Single/Double $142.00
Triple/Quad $162.00
           
Parking & Ground Transportation Information
• Currently Hotel Overnight Self Parking is complimentary and valet parking is $12 overnight.
• The current cost of airport transportation is approximately $45 each way for shuttle service or taxi.
• These charges are subject to change without notice.