AWA Global Release Liner Industry

Conference & Exhibition 2015 March 18-20, 2015 - Denver, CO, USA

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Strategy | Innovation | Market Intelligence | Growth

Silver Sponsors:

Gold Sponsors:

Platinum Sponsors:

Formerly Huhtamaki Films

Strategy, innovation, market intelligence and growth are the key themes of the annual AWA Global Release LinerIndustry Conference & Exhibition being held on March 18, 19, 20, 2015 in Denver, CO, USA. This event is the onlyconference dedicated to release liners. In its updated form the event will build upon the success of previous years and will pull together experts in their respective disciplines to address the key issues and opportunities for the Release Liner Industry across the value chain. 2015 marks the 15th edition of the conference and will feature two concurrent sessions on the first day of the program: “Release Liner Workshop Session” and a “Silicone and Technical Session”. These will be followed by a 1.5 day conference program focused on the market, theindustry and end-use applications.

The event will feature presentations by leading industry players who will evaluate the latest release liner and related technologies and discuss current industry issues, and innovations and provide up-to-date information on the market and its evolving platforms of opportunity. The conference program will include presentations on end-useapplications and feature a CEO panel discussion. Accompanying the formal event program is a concurrentexhibition and, extensive networking program providing the ideal setting in which to promote your company and itsproducts to an international audience. The exhibition area will be situated directly outside the conference room in the coffee and networking area.

This conference is targeted at all associated with the Release Liner Industry across the value chain, from supplier to user. The prime location and timing of the event will draw industry professionalsfrom around the globe. The majority of attendees to this event are key decision makers within their organization. The event attracted over 150 delegates from countries around the globe in each of the last three years.

As a sponsor your logo and/or company name will be included in event marketing and promotional materials, press releases, social media advertising and more. We offer three sponsorship levels as well as the opportunity for you to create a tailored package to suit your individual company needs.

For questions about the sponsorship opportunities or to inform us of your wishes for a tailored package please contact us at

conferences@awa-bv.com or call +31 20 676 2069.

About the Conference

AWA Global Release Liner Industry Conference & Exhibition 2015March 18-20, 2015 - Grand Hyatt Denver, CO, USA

Program

Target Audience

Sponsorship Packages

NEW: Two concurrent sessions on March 18, prior to the main conference:

Release Liner Workshop Session Silicone & Technical Session

Workshop Session in co-operation with:

Platinum Sponsors:

Formerly Huhtamaki Films

This workshop session will: > Examine PSAs, how they work, and how they interact with release liners/coatings > Discuss the types of PSA products, along with the processes used to make and convert them > Show hands-on live demonstrations of how to test release liners/coatings

> Explore the most commonly encountered defects and learn about troubleshooting methods

Release Liner Workshop SessionMarch 18

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Release liners are often referred to as “the part you throw away” in pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) products, and are often the subject of cost-cutting efforts or outright elimination (linerless labels). However, the function of release liners, and release coatings, is critical to determiningthe overall success, or failure, of a PSA product in manufacturing, converting and end use.

- DO YOU WANT TO LEARN/KNOW MORE ABOUT RELEASE LINERS? - ARE YOU NEW TO THIS TECHNOLOGY? - WOULD YOU BENEFIT FROM A TECHNICAL OVERVIEW?

YES? THEN REGISTER TODAY!

Workshop Session: Interactive | Hands-on | Demonstrations

Who Should Attend?

>> Match Theory with Live Testing Demonstrations The combination of theoretical presentations and live demonstrations gives participants a visual understanding and improved learning opportunity

>> Industry Presentations Presentations from experts give greater insight into the technology providing enhanced learning

>> Workshop Manual An electronic manual, which contains workshop content and presentations, provides a reference and summary of the workshop to take away. The manual also contains a “glossary of terms”

>> Excellent Peer Networking Informal and face-to-face networking opportunities with other industry professionals

>> Career Training at an Affordable Price One day packed with in-depth training, useful for your everyday work and career development. Combine two events into one and attend the Release Liner Conference immeadiately after for a reduced fee

This workshop will be valuable for people in the following departments/functions:

> Technical positions > Sales functions > Marketing departments > Production functions > Raw material suppliers > Manufacturers > End-users

This workshop is particularly useful to those who are changing roles or require a technical overview.

Benefits of Participating

8.00 – 8.45am Registration, Welcome Coffee & Exhibition Open

8.45 – 10.30 Workshop Opening & Introduction

What are PSA’s and How do they Work with Release Liners? Basic chemical and mechanical properties of PSAs, types of PSA and their formulation, why release coatings and release liners work, and why sometimes they don’t work.

Types of PSA Products and use with Release Liners/Coatings Types of commercial PSA products, how release liners and coatings are used with each, tapes vs. labels, self-wound vs. release liners, critical properties of release liners for different applications.

10.30 - 11.00 Coffee & Networking Break Release Coatings and Liners used in PSA products Basics of release technologies, where they are used, strengths and limitations, paper and film release base and critical liner properties that relate to release performance.

Coating Processes used for Release Coatings and PSA’s Types of coating and drying/curing equipment used to apply release coatings and adhesives onto release liners, strengths and limitations of each, where each is most often used.

1.00 – 2.00 Lunch

Converting Processes used with PSA products Converting processes used, including slitting, die-cutting, matrix stripping, high-speed application, along with release liner/coating properties critical for good performance.

Test Methods and Quality Assurance of Release Liners and Coatings Test methods used to check performance and to troubleshoot release coating issues. Will demonstrate some methods and allow attendees to do some hands-on learning if desired.

3.00 - 3.30 Coffee & Networking Break

Test Methods and Quality Assurance of Release Liners and Coatings Continuation of this module with hands-on testing and demonstrating how to find defects.

Critical Properties, Potential Defects and Trouble-Shooting Review and reinforce critical release liner/coating properties, review potential defects encountered in manufacturing, converting and enduse and ways to determine their causes and potential solutions.

Closing Comments Workshop summary, Q & A, wrap-up

5.30 – 7.00 Cocktail Reception & Networking Exhibition

Release Liner Workshop SessionMarch 18

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Workshop Leaders

Dave McCann

Director of Research and Development

Chemsultants International, Inc.

Workshop Session: Interactive | Hands-on | Demonstrations

Cheryl Saqqa

Testing Projects Leader

Chemsultants International, Inc.

Ian Cooper

Consultant

ICoating and Converting Services Ltd

This technical session features a line-up of key industry presentations from companies who are prominent leaders in the development of release liners.

Topics include: The science behind: Innovations: > The manufacture of uncoated base papers for siliconising > Multilayer silicone coating> Evaluation of release coatings modication technology > Advances in non-silicone release coatings> Understanding liner interactions > State of the art hot melt coating technology > Unbreakable release liners

Silicone & Technical SessionMarch 18

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Dr. Sjaak Elmendorp, Vice President, Core Product Technology, Materials Group, Avery Dennison Sjaak Elmendorp began his career at Avery Dennison in 1994 as the director of researchand development for Label and Packaging Materials Europe. He was appointed to his current position of

vice president of core product technology in March of 2011. Prior to joining Avery Dennison, Sjaak held several research positions at Shell before becoming program manager and professor of polymer engineering at the Polymer Research Institute, University of Delft.

Session Chair

Who Should Attend?

This session will be valuable for industry professionals in the silicone release liner and pressure-sensitive segment in the following departments/functions: > Research & Development > Production > Technical Sales > Technical Managers > Chemists > Research > Technical Directors > Executives > Engineers > Specialists > Business Development

By popular demand the Silicone & Technical Session returns again in 2015!

8.00 – 8.45am Registration, Welcome Coffee & Exhibition Open

8.45 – 9.00 Seminar Opening & Introduction Chair: Dr. Sjaak Elmendorp, Vice President, Core Product Technology, Materials Group, Avery Dennison

9.00 – 9.30 The Manufacture of a Release Liner by Multilayer Silicone Coating Adrian Hulme, Technical Associate, Avery Dennison How a multilayer release surface comprising of a liner, a support layer and a silicone layer is manufactured and used in a pressure-sensitive adhesive laminate. The manufacturing method presented uses the simultaneous coating of a support layer and the silicone layer by a dual coating technique.

9.30 – 10.00 Evaluation of Release Coatings Modification Technology and its Enhancement of Liner Properties Lori Dehlin, Application Engineering and Technical Service Specialist, Dow Corning Corporation The label and tape industry is continually evolving, and the release liner market is evolving along with it. With the need to customize formulations to meet the performance demands of different applications, silicone manufacturers turn to release modifiers. These materials allow customers to tailor silicone release systems to target specific release performance. The presentation will discuss the impact release modifiers have on the properties and

overall system performance of release coatings, as well as new technology advancements.

10.00 – 10.30 Humidity Effects on Label Laminates Gary Freelin, Group Leader, Evonik Industries Release for PSL is complicated. Not only is it the sum of the materials used to construct the labels; liner stock, silicone, adhesive and top sheet, but also the conditions of use and storage, as well as temperature and humidity. This presentation describes the effects we have seen on release values when we vary parameters such as test conditions and environmental factors.

Provisional Session Program

Technical Session: Innovation | Silicones | Developments

10.30 – 11.00 Coffee & Networking Break

11.00 – 11.30 A Focus on the Chemistry of Adhesive & Release Liner Interface Dr. Ufuk Karabiyik, R&D Manager, Adhesives Research Release liners are a critical part of PSA roll stocks therefore understanding the chemistry of these systems is essential. Liner interactions are expected to be unique and different, depending on the adhesive chemistry for a given liner substrate. Illustrations of expected interactions alongside the analytical methods to characterize them will be discussed.

11.30 – 12.00 Radiation Cure Silicone Technology – A Viable Alternative to Pt Catalyzed Release Coating Systems Mark Rossman, Technical Service Manager, Bluestar Silicones Pt catalysed thermal cure silicone chemistry is the workhorse of release coating systems. In recent years, new development has focused on mitigating the increases in Pt pricing, primarily by designing systems to use less Pt catalyst. Radiation cure silicone chemistry delivers an alternative to the dependence on Pt catalyst. This presentation will review the basic radiation cure silicone chemistries available today along their advantages and application criteria.

12.00 – 12.30 Evolution of Paper Release Liners to Meet the Efficiency Requirements of Modern Converting Mikko Rissanen, Director, Business Development, Label Papers, UPM UPM has developed thinner base papers and an advanced technology to meet the sustainability requirements in the markets and ever toughening requirements of a high speed silicone coating of release base materials. With innovative treatment of biofibrils a multifunctional structure has been achieved that works as a composite structure and reinforcement materials to add mechanical strength to the surface treatment at the same time acting as an amphiphilic surface to chemically compatibilize the base paper with silicone.

12.30 - 1.00 Next Generation of High Performance Liners Richard Schmidt, Research and Development Senior Chemist, Loparex LLC

1.00 – 2.00 Lunch

2.00 – 2.30 Recent Developments in Cellulose Nanofibril (CNF) for Release Bases Robert Hamilton, President, Stirling Consulting, Inc & Mike Bilodeau, Director, Process Development Center, University of Maine Cellulose nanofibril (CNF) technology for wet end addition in release paper bases has progressed to the early commercialization stage. In addition, recent work at the University of Maine pilot plant and early commercial trials has shown further potential to improve surface and holdout properties of release base papers when CNF is applied at the size press.

2.30 - 3.00 Advances in Non-Silicone Release Coatings: Turning the Corner on Performance Nikki Martin, Application Engineer, OMNOVA Solutions Non-silicone release chemistries have held great promise, but their potential has been overshadowed by concerns about performance. Now, next-generation non-silicone release coatings are able to deliverwhat past chemistries could not: high hydrophobicity, high temperature resistance, low temperature cure, and excellent performance at low coating weights. Join Nikki Martin from OMNOVA Solutions to learn what benefits non-silicone release coatings are delivering to the adhesives marketplace. Companies that use the new non-silicone release coatings are lowering their dependency on expensive catalyst systems and avoiding contamination issues that sometimes occur with silicone-based systems. Learn what barriers have been overcome and how to implement this latest non-silicone technology.

3.00 – 3.30 Facing the Challenge - Manufacturing Uncoated Base Papers for Siliconising on Europe´s Newest Kraft Paper Machine Natacha Valera, Head of Technical Customer Service/ Product Development, Starkraft, a Business Unit of Zellstoff Pöls AG End of 2013 saw the start-up of Europe´s newest kraft paper machine and the extended possibilities this machine brings with it. Traditionally a bleached kraft paper production for variety of standard products, the challenge is now to provide the technical specifications and know-how to diversify the portfolio with base papers for siliconising.

Provisional Session Program (cont.)

Silicone & Technical SessionMarch 18

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Technical Session: Innovation | Silicones | Developments

3.30 – 4.00 Coffee & Networking Break

4.00 – 4.30 Highly Drawn Ultra High Molecular Weight PolyEthylene – The Unbreakable Release Liner Dr. Ko Hermans, Chief Technology Officer, Olympic Tape, BV Conventional release liners are based on materials that have a low yield strength and/or a poor tear resistance. Such release liners are delicate and have the tendency to break easily, especially when damaged. In an industrial environment, the breakage of a release liner can cause damage to parts and/or downtime of a production line. Highly drawn Ultra High Molecular Weight PolyEthylene (UHMW-PE) is an innovative and new material that has a yield strength which is about 100 times higher than normal polyethylene. Due to its fibrous nature, the material also has an extremely high tear resistance and damage tolerance. By using highly drawn UHMW-PE it is possible to create a virtually unbreakable release liner.

4.30 – 5.00 Hot Melt Coating Technology - Thinner, Faster, and the State of the Art Mark Miller, CEO, Coating Tech Slot Dies, LLC As coating corporations work towards increasing margins, getting more out of the capital at the site, improving turns in inventory, and reducing environmental impact, they are running into the edge of material, expertise, and equipment capability. Hot melt adhesive coating is a great option for traditional solvent based tape and label manufacturing, especially as the “green” label is providing a marketing edge in commerce. But what are the limitations? How thin can an adhesive be stretched before the rheology of the polymer is detrimental to the final product? How do you best operate the equipment to maximize product yield? This presentation will exhibit the current direction hot melt adhesive manufacturing companies are headed and what the impact is for raw material suppliers and equipment manufacturers.

5.00 - 5.30 Anti-aging Strategies for Release Liners Timothy Rummel, Technical Manager - Performance Chemicals, Wacker Chemical Corporation The aging characteristics of a release liner are critical to performance, as release that becomes too easy or hard with time yields failing product. The presentation reports on a study to look at raw material, formulation and process variables to see what their influences is on liner performance using acrylate and rubber PSA’s. The study identifies which experimental factors most influences changesin release with time, as well as evaluating impact on extract, anchorage and coverage properties.

5.30 – 5.45 Closing Comments

5.45 Session Close

5.45 – 7.00 Cocktail Reception & Networking Exhibition

Provisional Session Program (cont.)

Silicone & Technical SessionMarch 18

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Technical Session: Innovation | Silicones | Developments

Silver Sponsors:

Gold Sponsors:

Platinum Sponsors:

Formerly Huhtamaki Films

7.30 – 8.30am Exhibition Open, Registration & Welcome Coffee

8.30 – 8.45 Conference Opening & Introduction Chair: Corey Reardon, President & CEO, AWA Alexander Watson Associates

8.45 – 9.15 Global Release Liner Market Overview Corey Reardon, President & CEO, AWA Alexander Watson Associates This presentation provides up-to date, concise, and accessible quick scans of growth, developments and trends in selected markets worldwide, providing material suppliers, silicone coaters and companies involved in the release liner market with a complete and global industry overview.

9.15 – 9.45 Annual AWA Industry Survey Jackie Marolda, VP & Senior Consultant, AWA Alexander Watson Associates This paper will present an analysis of the thoughts of industry players on the state of the industry and market development. The survey will highlight their thinking and expectations on key industry topics like Sustainability, Industry Cost & Profitability, Mergers & Acquisitions and Growth & Expectations.

9.45 – 10.15 Real-time Industry Survey

10.15 – 10.45 Keynote Presentation: Collect the Dots David Silverstein, CEO & Founder, BMGI The essence of creative ideas is the information that informs them. Said otherwise, if your ideas consist of dots connected, then you have to start with dots collected. But how do you collect enough dots to come up with truly breakthrough ideas? In his research, David Silverstein has found that there are many who are good at it, but virtually no person or company has a true process for knowledge discovery or what he calls “collecting the dots.” Silverstein set out to discover examples and best practices in dot collecting to provide a framework for acquiring the dots you need to generate new ideas to innovate or develop strategy. During this talk, he will share his work through a combination of interesting, exciting and motivational stories from which everyone can learn.

10.45 – 11.30 Coffee & Networking Break

11.30 – 12.30pm Executive Leadership Panel A panel discussion focused on key issues in the industry, including globalization,, leadership, strategy, innovation, market intelligence and growth. Moderator: Corey Reardon, President & CEO, AWA Alexander Watson Associates Panelists:

Dr. Bernhard Klofat Anthony P. MacLaurin Tomas Rink David Silverstein CEO CEO President CEO & Founder Felix Schoeller FiberMark Ritrama BMGI North America, Inc.

12.30 – 1.30 Lunch

Conference SessionMarch 19-20

Program: March 19

Strategy | Innovation | Market Intelligence | Growth

1.30 – 2.00 Merger & Acquisition Review William Hornell, Managing Director, Mesirow Financial A discussion of current conditions for M&A activities in the industry includng an overview of recent, notable transactions.

2.00 – 2.30 Annual Global Survey Ian Murdoch, Director, Assurance, PwC An analysis of the performance and return in capital investment in 2013 of the top 100 players in the industry ranked by turnover analysis both overall and by region.

2.30 – 3.15 Coffee & Networking Break

3.15 – 3.30 Session Introduction: Innovation and the Release Liner Industry Jackie Marolda, VP President & Senior Consultant, AWA Alexander Watson Associates What is innovation? Why is it important? Who is responsible? AWA Release Liner Survey insight into innovation in our industry.

3.30 – 4.00 Innovation Is for Everybody: Seven Habits of Highly-effective Innovators Phil Samuel, Ph.D. Chief Innovation Officer, BMGI Is innovation for everybody or is it just the birthright of a chosen group of people like Thomas Edison, Steve Jobs and Elon Musk? Many people believe they aren’t very good at innovation, that only some people are born with the gift to spot the right opportunities and come up with breakthrough ideas. In this session, you’ll hear about the habits of highly-effective innovators and the roots of their success stories. Dr. Phil Samuel will then discuss how you too can cultivate these habits to conquer your “fear of innovation” and embrace the creative spirit, master innovation and became extraordinary humans. He will also illustrate the habits with the help of examples from a variety of industries, including the specialty paper and coating industry.

4.00 – 4.30 Innovation in the Release Liner Industry from a Suppliers Perspective Dr. Wilhelm Munninger, Technical Director Release Liners, Mondi This presentation will give a general view into innovations in the release liner industry, starting from the pre-conditions like raw materials and making of release liners. Achievements already made, current patent development and some recent innovations will be explained. The presentation tries to work out

the general rule for finding innovative ideas in our industry.

4.30 – 5.00 Innovation: Are We are Own Worst Enemy? Michael Werner, Executive Vice President, Global Sales & Marketing, Loparex LLC

5.00 - 5.15 Session Summary: Innovation in the Release Liner Industry Jackie Marolda, VP President & Senior Consultant, AWA Alexander Watson Associates How can we take innovation learning and theory and grow the opportunities for our companies and our industry?

5.15 – 6.00 Supplier Forum A unique session of short presentations from company players in the release liner industry.

6.00 – 8.00 Cocktail & Networking Reception

Conference SessionMarch 19-20

Program Continued: March 19

CEO Panel Discussion

Gold Sponsors:

Platinum Sponsors:

Formerly Huhtamaki Films

7.30 – 8.30am Exhibition Open & Welcome Coffee

8.30 – 8.45 Conference Opening Day Two Corey Reardon, President & CEO, AWA Alexander Watson Associates

8.45 – 9.15 Release Liners: The Unsung Heroes of Self Adhesive Graphics Paul Roba, Graphics Instructor/Installer & Consultant Release liners are a critical part of PSA large, and super wide format graphic products. Liner performance is critical during the creation, shipping, and application of graphics. In addition, what happens after the ultimate disposal of the liner. The background and necessity of some performance requirements during the application of graphics and future desired state are outlined in this discussion.

9.15 – 9.45 The Use of Composites in the Automotive Industry Greg Rucks, Manager (Transportation & Industry), RMI (Rocky Mountain Institute)

9.45 – 10.15 Building a Graphite Composite Snowboard Steffen Hak, Pre-preg Specialist

10.15 – 11.00 Coffee & Networking Break

11.00 – 11.30 Competitive Label Technologies Aim at Pressure Sensitive Labeling Dan Muenzer, Vice President Marketing, Constantia Flexibles Prime labeling represents 45% of all pressure sensitive constructions worldwide including leadership positions in both the food and beverage applications. What once was the hunter has now become the hunted as pressure sensitive labels are being targeted by competitive technologies trying to gain position in the coveted prime label sector. This presentation will address the current state of the prime label market and review technologies trying to take pressure sensitive label’s lucrative place.

11.30 – 12.00 Properties for Release Liners in the Medical Sector Mike O’Connell, Business Development Manager. Designing & Creating Disposable Medical Devices & Printed Labels, ATL (Ad Tape & Label)

12.00 – 12.15 Closing Comments

12.15 Conference Close

1.00 Exhibition Close

Conference SessionMarch 19-20

Tabletop display

Program: March 20

Gold Sponsors:

Platinum Sponsors:

Silver Sponsors:

Formerly Huhtamaki Films

Platinum Sponsors

Event Sponsors

UPMUPM is the world’s leading producer of high quality face and release base papers. Its packaging papers’ range consists of C1S and Barrier papers. We are constantly developing our solutions and technology to fulfil our customers’ requirements. The global presence guarantees local e.g. sales, logistics, technical and extensive environmental services worldwide.

UPM is responding to the rapidly growing demand for environmentally sustainable products. Our products are sustainable over their lifecycle. The products are made of renewable, recyclable and biodegradable materials in two high-performing mills. We optimise our processes to minimize the environmental impact of our product throughout their entire lifecycle.

For more information, please visit: www.upmpaper.com

Infiana GroupInfiana Group (formerly Huhtamaki Films) develops, produces and distributes worldwide highly innovative films for customers in the consumer, industrial and pressure sensitive markets. Within the framework of integrated production, Infiana offers customized solutionsstarting from the design of the base film followed by various processing steps like siliconization, embossing, laminating, printing, slitting to finishing of the film. By sharing expertise and technology between our international locations we achieve quality standardsthat meet the high demand of global key accounts. No matter if it ‘s in Europe, Americas, Asia or anywhere else - we want to be as close to our customers as possible.

Dow Corning CorporationDow Corning has more than 70 years of labeling expertise and market-driven innovation. Our global network of technical experts work alongside customers to identify ways in which Dow Corning’s silicone technology can reduce cost, improve efficiency and deliver optimal performance. An extensive portfolio of silicone solutions is available for pressure-sensitive adhesion and release coating applications include labeling solutions, water-based release coatings, pressure-sensitive adhesives, protective films and tapes. For customers who need help to improve a formulation or to refine and improve production processes, we offer ongoing technical support. But we’re also keen to put our innovation expertise to work to meet market trends whether it’s the shift from paper to heat sensitive filmic release liners, or the desire to reduce platinum dependency or increasingly challenging converting conditions. For more information on how we can help you visit www.dowcorning/psi

Gold Sponsors

Bluestar SiliconesBluestar Silicones is one of the foremost fully-integrated silicone manufacturers in theworld. With over 60 years’ silicones expertise, Bluestar Silicones offers a comprehensiverange of silicone products in the sectors of release coatings, engineering elastomers,healthcare products, specialty fluids, emulsions and resins.The Bluestar Silicones SILCOLEASE range is unique in its ability to cover all technologies used in silicone release coatings: Solventless Thermal, Solventless Radiation (epoxy chemistry withcationic cure, Acrylate chemistry with free radical cure), Emulsion and Solvent. For 2013 and 2014 UV products to complement our already wide range have been launched.

Felix Schoeller ReleaseFelix Schoeller Release offers individual polycoated Release Liner solutions based on vertical integration. The layflat and surface quality of our products is the basis for success. Our expertise in paper production and coating leads to a deep understanding for market needs. It also allows us to design and adjust product properties in every step of the production process of a release liner: base paper production, extrusion coating, silicone coating. We are proud to operate as a family-owned business with focus on long lasting partnerships.

Event Sponsors

BillerudKorsnäsBillerudKorsnäs provides high quality paper and state of the art packaging expertise. Together with our global network of converters we develop smarter packaging solutions that save costs, boost brands thanks to improved design, and contribute towards smoother logistics and a cleaner environment. We have a turnover of SEK20 billion and employ 4,400 people in 13 countries.

Mondi Mondi Release Liner is a leading supplier of silicone coated and speciality release liners.

With five plants in Europe, three plants in the US, one plant and two converting terminals in Asia as well as a global sales and service network, we are dedicated to produce high-performancerelease liner solutions worldwide. To fulfil constantly changing requirements and to supportour customers in fast growing markets, we offer innovative product and process development as well as product support and professional consultation by our team of experienced application engineers. Our range of substrates, silicone systems, printing and finishing capabilities enablesus to tailor customised products to fulfil customer’s individual requirements.

Loparex LLC Loparex is the leading, global manufacturer of silicone release liners. We provide global manufacturing capabilities, experienced R&D team driving global innovation, world’s largest, most experienced sales and technical teams, consistent quality and reliable performance,capacity to meet the changing needs of our customers and customized solutionsfor the most demanding release liner business areas.

Starkraft The largest and most modern kraft paper machine in Europe produces over 80.000 tons of high quality kraft paper per year, traded under the name STARKRAFT. Due to most modern technology our paper machine can be configured and optimized to achieve a maximal range of products, exactly adapted to the requirements of our customers. We deliver the highest quality regardless of whether your needs are for BAGS, SHOPPERS or GIFT wrap, or for solutions such as MEDICINE, FORMFILL or FLEXPACK products. The “Flying Rhino” symbolizes strength and flexibility– we are your strong paper partner when new solutions for white kraft paper are required.

Verso Paper Corp. Verso is a leading North American supplier of printing and writing papers, specialty papers and pulp, with $1.4 billion in net sales for the year ended December 31, 2013. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, Verso operates strategically-located mills in Maine and Michigan. Our printingand writing papers are designed primarily for commercial printing, media and marketing applications, including magazines, catalogs, direct mail, corporate collateral and retail inserts. Our specialty papers are used primarily for label and release applications, including cut and stack labels, pressure sensitive labels and release liners. For additional information, please visit versopaper.com.

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Media Partners

Event Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Chemsultants International Chemsultants International is the perfect extension of your organization. We collaborate with our customer partners to deliver the technical expertise they value. Our roots as adhesive consultants and formulators have laid the groundwork for what we’ve become

today- world-renowned technical organization that offers testing, product development, and manufacturing for Fortune 500 clients as well as entrepreneurs.

Akronn Industries Sdn BhdAkronn Industries is a global supplier of next generation release liners and other coated products. Akronn provides its customers with cutting edge technology and products, Akronnhas consolidated over 26 years of coating experience with over 26 years of film manufacturing.Akronn’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Malaysia represents a significant leap forward in the global release liner and coating.

Boise PaperBoise Paper, a Packaging Corporation of America company, is a leading supplier of release liner papers to the global pressure sensitive industry. Our substrates are incorporated into pressure sensitive laminate constructions for use in label applications. Boise provides customers with the highest level of value through capability, collaborative service, and enduring commitment.

Evonik CorporationEvonik is one of the world leaders in specialty chemicals. In 1985 Evonik pioneered in Radiation Curing Silicones for the use in release liners and is now a recognized market leader in this technology. The broad product range of TEGO RC® Silicones offer innovative and cost reducing process alternatives in the manufacture of release liners for a multitude of self-adhesive products.

Expera Specialty SolutionsExpera Specialty Solutions is the leading North American manufacturer of specialty paperproducts for use in the tape, pressure-sensitive release liner, industrial and food packaging segments. From label to composite applications, Expera’s pressure sensitive portfolio, Presera™, serves all pressure sensitive markets with MF, MG, SCK and Glassine substrates.

Wacker WACKER is a globally operating chemical company with 25 production sites, 21 competence centers and 52 sales offices; we are close to our customers. Its SILICONES division, with a range of over 3,000 silicone products, ranks among the world’s largest manufacturersof silanes and silicones. Whether you want more efficient processes, innovative coating solutions or higher machine speeds, WACKER offers a perfect combination of silicone-based DEHESIVE® release systems, industry knowledge and technical expertise.

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Conference & Silicone Technical Session $1495Conference & Release Liner Workshop Session $1495Group Discount (3 or more people from the same company) $1295I am an AWAccess™ member 10% discountSilicone & Technical Session only $795 Release Liner Workshop Session only $795 I would also like to purchase the AWA Release Liner Study Portfolio 2015 $15700

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Registration fees:Conference & Silicone Technical Session $1495Conference & Release Liner Workshop Session $1495 Group Price p.p** $1295Release Liner Workshop Session Only $795Silicone & Technical Session Only $795 End-users: ComplimentaryAWAccess™ members 10% discount**Valid when registering three or more people from the same company

Registration fee includes:Conference + Silicone & Technical Session attendance, lunch, coffee, light refreshments, cocktail reception, digital proceedings

Payment:The registration fee must be paid to confirm participation.

Alternatively, complete the form below and mail or fax it to:AWA Conferences & Events Head OfficeP.O. Box 69035, 1060 CA Amsterdam, The NetherlandsFax: +31 (0) 20 820 86 33

Venue and accommodation:Grand Hyatt Denver

1750 Welton St, Denver, CO 80202, United States

+1 303-295-1234

Hotel rooms are not included in the participation fee and

are the responsibility of individual participants.

Hotel reservation information:AWA has arranged special room rates for delegates: single/double occupancy: $189 (plus tax).The special rate is available until 17 February, 2015 for a limited number of rooms based on a first come, first served basis. Follow this link when making your reservation to receive the discount. After this time the hotel will accept reservations based on availability and best available rate.

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