2026 Pressure Sensitive Adhesives (PSA) Short Course

Co-located with the 2026 Annual Convention & EXPO in Nashville, TN.

The Pressure Sensitive Adhesives (PSA) Short Course is designed to offer an in-depth knowledge of the fundamentals and latest developments for pressure sensitive adhesives. Presented by industry experts, this course covers formulation strategies, based on application and performance requirements. Learn how polymers, plasticizers, tackifiers and other additives are used for optimized processing and enhanced properties. Learn about the current methods of characterization including rheology, tack/shear test methods and details of PSA production. Gain an insight into the innovation and sustainability efforts in the PSA technology.

Participants are invited to attend the ASC EXPO at no additional charge to network with the industry and learn about the latest innovations in the industry.

PROGRAM TOPICS (tentative):
-Introduction to PSA Markets
-Formulating waterborne, hot melt, solvent and UV cured adhesives for all applications (Polymers, Tackifiers/Plasticizers, Surfactants, Silanes)
-Characterization (Rheology, Tack/Shear test methods, Physical properties)
-PSA Products and Construction (Backing support films, Release liners, Converting, coating and Application Equipment)
-Markets (Tapes and labels, Medical, Structural)
-Innovations, Regulatory, Sustainability Efforts

DOWNLOAD THE HANDOUT:

Who Should Attend
Professionals involved with formulating or converting pressure sensitive adhesives for specific applications. Lab and Tech support personnel will gain valuable insight into the technology that will help them with formulations and understand the test methods. Technical, Sales and Marketing personnel working with manufacturers, suppliers and end user companies would greatly benefit by gaining technical depth for tailored solutions to product requirements.

If you are interested in presenting any of the topics above, contact Mani Singh at mani.singh@ascoucil.org.

NOTE: Short course participants are invited to join the industry at the Welcome Reception Monday evening April 14th and the EXPO on Tuesday night to network with the industry.

REGISTRATION FEES:

NOTE: if you are registering for the convention and the short course you MUST select the 'Convention Combo Fee' to register for the convention at the discounted rate.

Short Course ONLY: ASC Member/End-User: $780 • Nonmember: $1,220

Short Course with Convention:
Early bird: ASC Member/End-User: $1,140 • Nonmember: $1,962
Regular: ASC Member/End-User: $1,245 • Nonmember: $2,065

Register Now 

*Early bird combo rates expire on February 21, 2025.  No refunds after March 31.