Important announcement as of 20.2.12

DAY 2 SOLD OUT

Although we have moved to a larger space at the venue, due to the exceptionally high interest in this year's conference (attendance has more than doubled our expectations), unfortunately Day 2 of the conference is now SOLD OUT.

We are still able to take One Day Pass bookings for the Day 1 (13th March) at a reduced rate of $660. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused, and thank you for your interest in this year's Latex conference.

iSmithers’ seventh international conference for the latex and emulsion industry is coming to Kuala Lumpur in March 2012.  From coatings to carpets to condoms,  this conference will provide the essential update on the latest trends and developments in natural rubber latex, aqueous synthetic polymer latices, processing chemicals and additives, latex-based  products and relevant legislation.

Natural and synthetic polymer latices are still at the heart of a wide range of applications.  Although traditionally dominated by disposable gloves for medical applications, the market has seen marked changes in recent years, driven chiefly by the emerging economies of China and India.  Recent steep rises in the cost of natural rubber latex have forced manufacturers to evaluate alternative materials and confront all of the problems associated with a major change in product properties.  Legislation governing the use of volatile solvents has further opened up the sector with water-based dispersions and latices increasingly used as substitutes for solvent-based systems such as adhesives, sealants and coatings.

There are, however, several challenges which lie ahead. The perennial quest for zero allergy elastomers will remain a key focus for the industry, as will the increasing pressure of legislation and the continuing need to identify emerging opportunities within this business sector.

This conference provides an effective forum to discuss the latest market, technology and materials news. Topics to be addressed will include new materials, machinery and equipment developments, application methods, latex-based products, standards and regulatory requirements, materials testing, quality control and market trends.

For further information about the conference please contact Alexandra Reeves, email: areeves@ismithers.net or tel: +44 (0)1939 250383.

A limited number of table-tops are available and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. For further information about marketing and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Bill Allen, email: bill.allen@rapra.net or tel: +44 (0)1372 802086.

Programme update as of 6.2.12:

We are delighted to announce that Dr Abi Santhosh Aprem, HLL Lifecare Ltd, will be presenting a paper on "Nanofillers in latex condoms".

Unfortunately Rolf Irnich, ASEAN, China has had to withdraw from speaking at the event due to internal company issues.

Conference Prices:

One Day Pass (13th March only) - $660 per delegate - will include a full copy of the conference proceedings, lunch and refreshment breaks and free attendance of the drinks reception in the evening of the 13th March.

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