various markets served by the paint and coatings industry. The
overall theme for the show, which is ‘Adding Value,’ has a lot to
do with that, as well as the introduction of the latest developments and cutting-edge research prioritizing innovations in key
aspects like performance, sustainability, functionalities, and ease
of application,” ABRAFATI executive president Antonio Carlos
de Oliveira pointed out.
As far as innovation goes, one of the main features of this
edition is the new venue —São Paulo Expo. “As it is the most
modern events and exhibition center in Brazil, that will allow all our audiences to have an even richer experience during ABRAFATI 2017,” Telma stressed. The facility provides
a series of benefits, such as an advanced Wi-Fi infrastructure,
well-planned lighting (using LED lamps), and air conditioning
serving the entire hall. “São Paulo Expo offers the best resources
and conditions so that companies can use all of their creativity and get their launching products and innovative solutions in
the spotlight. The Congress space, too, is a substantial improvement, featuring modern rooms ideally suited for hosting lectures
and plenary sessions such as those to be presented at our show,
where congress participants and attendees will gain not only
access to state-of-the-art multimedia aids, but also comfort and
convenience,” she added.
ABRAFATI 2017 Key Facts
• Main focus of this edition: Adding value to coatings.
• Event to boost the industry towards innovation & value creation.
• Major goals: Disseminating knowledge, stimulating technological development, and generating business opportunities.
• Significant foreign participation in both the Exhibition and
the Congress.
• 15th edition of the show (1st edition in 1989).
ABRAFATI 2017 Key Figures
• 90 technical conferences in six auditoriums.
• At least 150 studies in total, including 90 technical conferences, the Poster Session, and the ABRAFATI-RadTech
South America Seminar on Responsible Consumption and
Use of Solvents.
• Three plenary sessions with personalities of great prominence.
• 50 percent international lecturers.
• More than 8,000 congress attendees expected.
• 24 sponsors.
• 180 exhibitors from the world over.
• Thousands of new products launching and innovative solutions on display.
• More than 10,000 visitors expected, from Brazil and dozens of other countries.
2017 Edition Key New Features
• The event is going to be held in a new and better venue —
São Paulo Expo, the largest and most modern events center
in Latin America, which offers better conditions and infrastructure for holding the Exhibition and the Congress.
• The technical program includes the Seminar on Responsible
Consumption and Use of Solvents, where various topics related to these raw materials are going to be addressed by
national and international experts.
• At the Exhibition, there will be an area be set aside for
start-ups in the industry, setting up a stage for small and
highly innovative businesses to showcase their potential to
the marketplace. CW
ABRAFATI 2017 Data Sheet
15th International Coatings Congress
15th International Exhibition of Coatings Industry Suppliers
Date:
October 3rd through 5th, 2017
Time:
Congress – 8: 30 am through 6:00 pm
Exhibition – 11:00 am through 8:00 pm
Place:
São Paulo Expo – Exhibition & Convention Center
Rodovia dos Imigrantes, 1.5 km marker, São Paulo, Brazil
Admission to the Exhibition is free of charge, and registration must be completed beforehand at www.abrafati2017.com.br.
