This year’s meeting begins with a deep dive into one of the most essential foundations of the coil coating industry: how steel is made. Steelmaking 101 will provide attendees with a clear, accessible overview of the modern steelmaking process, from raw materials to finished coil, highlighting how today’s technologies, sustainability initiatives, and metallurgical advancements shape the products used throughout the coil coating industry. Whether you’re new to the field or looking to refresh your understanding, this seminar offers valuable context that strengthens technical knowledge and enhances conversations with customers, suppliers, and colleagues.
AI, automation, and shifting customer expectations are transforming how every member of the manufacturing and materials value chain competes. In this forward-looking session, Bryan Gray will illustrate how leaders, operations, and sales professionals can gain insight into the decision-making process, navigate AI-driven sourcing, and turn commoditized performance claims into competitive advantage in a fast-changing market.
Production, facilities, measurement systems, and decision-making have been transformed by data and AI, yet management practices lag behind. Christine Sandman Stone will present an interactive session that delivers practical tools and simple exercises to align priorities, create momentum, and uncover hidden capacity, helping teams deliver stronger, and more consistent results.
Our trade show, the industry networking event of the year, opens on Monday, Sept. 21, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Join your industry colleagues for hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, and displays of the latest industry products and services. If your company would like to exhibit at this year’s show, contact the NCCA office at 216-241-7333.
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