ASC is now seeking papers for its Fall Convention, to be held Sept. 19-22, 2004, at the Hilton Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA. Don't miss your chance to gain recognition for your expertise in the adhesive and sealant industry. Papers are sought in the following areas: Competing in the Global Marketplace; Energy & Raw Material Costs and Scarcity; Changing End-User Attitudes; New Product Innovations; Regulatory & Environmental Issues; Advances in Urethane Products and Uses; Nanotechnology; Advances in Hot Melt Adhesives; and Overcoming Shrinking Product Life Cycles. The abstract deadline is June 25. Abstracts should be 150 words or less and should focus on the topics listed above, as well as the overall Convention theme. Electronic submissions only.

For more information, contact Bob Willis at (301) 986-9700 ext. 104 or e-mail bob.willis@ascouncil.org .