FTA sets fall conference 2017 theme, venue, chair

Flexographic Technical Association (FTA) has announced 'The Gateway to Technology' as the official theme of its Fall Conference 2017. The event will take place from Oct. 9-11 in St. Louis, Missouri.

FTA sets fall conference 2017 theme, venue, chair

Spanning three days, with two full days of sessions and networking, the event is comprised of innovative technical sessions being orchestrated by program chair Rory Marsoun, Esko VP of business development – flexo, Americas. The agenda will incorporate a live hybrid print job utilizing the 2017 FTA Technical Innovation Award winning digital series hybrid press, automated imaging and exposure unit and UV LED curing low migration technology.

Mark Andy, Esko and Flint Group, the award winners, will also divulge complete design and development details on their Technical Innovation Award winning contributions to the future of the flexo industry. Attendees will also have the opportunity to visit a galleria of almost 70 exhibitors.

'As we put together the sessions for FTA’s Fall Conference 2017, our goal is to deliver strong technical content focused around new innovative technologies,' Marsoun said. 'We will be highlighting how, even with new flexo technologies and even when incorporating digital printing, the fundamentals are still valid. We want attendees to leave with real technical knowledge they can take back and use right away, while also preparing for future technology.'

FTA’s Fall Conference 2017 will take place at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch, next to the newly transformed Arch grounds and riverfront. A block of rooms has been reserved at a discounted rate of $165 per night. Visit the FTA website for more information.