AATCC's 2003 International Conference & Exhibition (IC&E) offers a myriad of opportunities for textile professionals to network with each other. The IC&E is sponsored by AATCC and takes place in Greenville, S.C., September 9 ?12.
IC&E combines technical and Concept 2 Consumer (C2C) tracks with an exhibition featuring the leading suppliers in textile design, processing, and testing. Exhibits will be open from 9:00 a.m. ?5:00 p.m. at the Palmetto Expo Center on September 10 and 11. Exhibitors will showcase their latest instruments, materials, software, and concepts for improving productivity, profitability, and product quality.

Attendees will have their choice of networking opportunities. Roundtable discussions vary from technical topics and industry needs to color management issues in the retail/ apparel segment. The brightest minds in textile technology, management, design, and merchandising will be on hand at the AATCC student chapter booths. Other opportunities include a welcoming reception, an awards banquet, the annual AATCC Foundation golf outing, a student textile bowl, and exhibitor demonstrations.

For information about attending or exhibiting at the IC&E, go to http://www.aatcc.org/ice/gen_info.cfm.

About AATCC: Headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, U.S.A., AATCC is a leader in education, technology transfer, and test method development for the textile industry. It is dedicated to education, technical applications and research, and communication. For more information about AATCC or to become a member, visit www.aatcc.org.