BETHESDA, Md. — The Adhesive and Sealant Council’s (ASC) 2001 Fall Convention and Exposition will be held October 21-24, 2001, in New Orleans. The ASC encourages industry members to take an active role in the upcoming convention and make a presentation that addresses a technology-focused topic such as:

• Market expansion through technical innovation;

• New product development through advanced chemistries;

• New product applications in new markets; and

• Creative uses for adhesives and sealants in existing markets.

The deadline for the submission of abstracts is June 22, 2001. For more information, contact Liz Langlie, ASC meetings coordinator, by e-mail at liz.langlie@ascouncil.org.