Over 40 people from 27 different companies were in attendance, including 10 end user companies.

Speakers included:

• John Sudges, Midwest Finishing Company
• Bruce Bryan, Mighty Hook
• Joe Laubenthal, Therma-Tron-X
• Mark Wittig, Calvary Industries
• Kevin Baker, Chemetall
• Chase Lightner, TCI Powder Coatings
• Chris Sonntag, Sherwin-Williams
• Brian Rozdilsky, KMI Systems
• John Cole, Parker Ionics
• Jeff Cummins, Wagner Systems

The purpose of the symposium was to provide attendees the critical information needed for making the best decision for either installing a new finishing system or upgrading an existing system.