Conference

3 – 5 DECEMBER 2024

MESSE STUTTGART (HALL 1), GERMANY

MESSE STUTTGART (HALL 1), GERMANY

3 – 5 DECEMBER 2024-

CONFERENCE

CONFERENCE

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Apply to speak at the 2024 Conference

We are currently developing the conference agenda for our 2024 Foam Expo conference. We invite you to help shape the topics, session focus areas and most importantly, what you think the industry needs to hear about in the current landscape.

Submit your speaking proposal and unique session ideas before Friday 31 May 2024 to be involved.

Call for speakers is now open!

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Shaping the future of technical foam, one session at a time

Our conference offers an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of technical foam, relevant to a number of end-user markets. Gain insights into end-user requirements, material innovation, and manufacturing optimisation to meet your application specifications with precision. What sets us apart is our diverse community of speakers spanning the supply chain, from end-users to manufacturers, converters, and industry associations.

Our sessions will explore an array of topics from moulded and thermal solutions to lightweighting, noise control, rigid and flexible foams, along with insights into the cutting-edge machinery and services that drive industry progress. But above all, sustainability and supply chain collaboration are central themes, as we collectively shape a more environmentally conscious and efficient future.

The full agenda for 2024 will be launched in Autumn.

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2023 agenda at a glance

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Day one

Supply Chain Collaboration
Reinventing Car Seating
Reinventing Aircraft Cabins
Recycled PET Foams
Nanoporous Foams
Smart Building
Innovation in Insulation
Latest Material Science
Integrated Thermal Management Modules
Sourcing Polyols and Isocyanates
Gasket Applications
  

Day two

Leading in Sustainability
EU Sustainability Regulation
High-Performance Foams
Recycled and Bio-Based Foams
Debonding and Water-Based Adhesives
HFC-free Blowing Agents
Circular Economy
Design for Recycling
Thermal Foams and Aerogels
Graphite Foams


Day three

Digital Transformation
Retooling Foam Processing
Industry 4.0
Material Traceability
Foam Modelling and Simulation
OEM Product Design Requirements
Structural Adhesives





Day one

Supply Chain Collaboration
Reinventing Car Seating
Reinventing Aircraft Cabins
Recycled PET Foams
Nanoporous Foams
Smart Building
Innovation in Insulation
Latest Material Science
Integrated Thermal Management Modules
Sourcing Polyols and Isocyanates
Gasket Applications
  

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Day two

Leading in Sustainability
EU Sustainability Regulation
High-Performance Foams
Recycled and Bio-Based Foams
Debonding and Water-Based Adhesives
HFC-free Blowing Agents
Circular Economy
Design for Recycling
Thermal Foams and Aerogels
Graphite Foams

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Day three

Digital Transformation
Retooling Foam Processing
Industry 4.0
Material Traceability
Foam Modelling and Simulation
OEM Product Design Requirements
Structural Adhesives

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2023 recommended sessions for technical foam experts

Our 2023 conference spans across two stages and runs in conjunction with our co-located shows. With so many sessions to choose from, we understand that selecting the right ones can be quite the task. To simplify the process, we've curated a list of recommended technical foam talks, specifically tailored to your interests using the themes listed in the key below.

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Conference themes key chart Digital Transformation

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Conference themes key chart Material Innovation 

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Conference themes key chart Supply Chain Collaboration

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Conference themes key chart Applications

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Conference themes key chart End-user Markets

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Conference themes key chart Sustainability

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Conference themes key chart Digital
Transformation

Conference themes key chart Material
Innovation

Conference themes key chart Supply Chain
Collaboration

Conference themes key chart Applications Conference themes key chart End-user Markets Conference themes key chart Sustainability
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Day one

Day two

Day three


09:30 // Stage 1

Opening Keynote: Future of Foam - Meeting Current Demands in Flexible PU Foam
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09:30 // Stage 1

Opening Keynote: Leading the Industry Through Sustainability
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09:30 // Stage 1

Opening Panel: Retooling Foam and Adhesives Processing for the Circular Economy
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10:00 // Stage 1
Opening Panel: Repairing Broken Supply Chains by fostering collaboration
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10:00 // Stage 1
Opening Panel: Forging a Corporate Vision and Culture for Sustainability
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11:00 // Stage 1
Morning Demos: Accelerating Product Development by Digital Twinning Foams and Adhesives
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11:00 // Stage 1
Morning Panel: Surveying the Construction & Energy Supply Chains for Bottlenecks and Synergies
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11:00 // Stage 1
Morning Panel: What You May Have Missed About EU Sustainability Regulations
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13:00 // Stage 1
Closing Panel: What Product Developers Need from Suppliers in Materials Selection
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11:00 // Stage 2
Morning Panel: Surveying the Automotive & Aerospace Supply Chains for Bottlenecks and Synergies
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13:00 // Stage 1
Afternoon Keynote: Innovating in Performance Foams for Wind Turbine Blades and Aerospace
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13:00 // Stage 1
Afternoon Keynote: Expanding the Rigid Foam Market Beyond Construction and Insulation
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13:30 // Stage 1
Afternoon Panel: Solving the Technical Challenges in Making Foams and Adhesives Sustainable
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15:00 // Stage 1
Closing Session: Innovating in Insulation from Material Science to Market
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15:00 // Stage 1
Closing Panel: Closing the Loop Towards the Circular Economy
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15:00 // Stage 2
Closing Panel: How OEMs are Changing the Game for Foams and Adhesives
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Day one


09:30 // Stage 1

Opening Keynote: Future of Foam - Meeting Current Demands in Flexible PU Foam
    Conference themes key chart Conference themes key chart  
10:00 // Stage 1
Opening Panel: Repairing Broken Supply Chains by fostering collaboration
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11:00 // Stage 1
Morning Panel: Surveying the Construction & Energy Supply Chains for Bottlenecks and Synergies
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11:00 // Stage 2
Morning Panel: Surveying the Automotive & Aerospace Supply Chains for Bottlenecks and Synergies
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13:00 // Stage 1
Afternoon Keynote: Expanding the Rigid Foam Market Beyond Construction and Insulation
  Conference themes key chart Conference themes key chart Conference themes key chart  
15:00 // Stage 1
Closing Session: Innovating in Insulation from Material Science to Market
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15:00 // Stage 2
Closing Panel: How OEMs are Changing the Game for Foams and Adhesives
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Day two


09:30 // Stage 1

Opening Keynote: Leading the Industry Through Sustainability
    Conference themes key chart    
10:00 // Stage 1
Opening Panel: Forging a Corporate Vision and Culture for Sustainability
    Conference themes key chart Conference themes key chart  
11:00 // Stage 1
Morning Panel: What You May Have Missed About EU Sustainability Regulations
  Conference themes key chart Conference themes key chart Conference themes key chart Conference themes key chart  
13:00 // Stage 1
Afternoon Keynote: Innovating in Performance Foams for Wind Turbine Blades and Aerospace
  Conference themes key chart Conference themes key chart Conference themes key chart  
13:30 // Stage 1
Afternoon Panel: Solving the Technical Challenges in Making Foams and Adhesives Sustainable
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15:00 // Stage 1
Closing Panel: Closing the Loop Towards the Circular Economy
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Day three


09:30 // Stage 1

Opening Panel: Retooling Foam and Adhesives Processing for the Circular Economy
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11:00 // Stage 1
Morning Demos: Accelerating Product Development by Digital Twinning Foams and Adhesives
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13:00 // Stage 1
Closing Panel: What Product Developers Need from Suppliers in Materials Selection
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Material or design professionals

Manufacturing or processing professionals

Product development specialists

Supply chain or procurement professionals

Day 1

Innovating in Insulation from Material Science to Market How OEMs are Changing the Game for Foams and Adhesives Putting the Pieces Together for Integrated Thermal Management Modules Repairing Broken Supply Chains by Fostering Collaboration

Day 2

Solving the Technical Challenges in Making Foams and Adhesives Sustainable What You May Have Missed About EU Sustainability Regulations Innovating in Performance Foams for Wind Turbine Blades and Aerospace Closing the Loop Towards the Circular Economy

Day 3

Finding the Limits of Structural Adhesives for Dynamic Load Industrial Applications Transforming Foam and Adhesives Processing with Industry 4.0 Accelerating Product Development by Digital Twinning Foams and Adhesives What Product Developers Need from Suppliers in Materials Selection
  Material or design professionals
Day 1 Innovating in Insulation from Material Science to Market
Day 2 Solving the Technical Challenges in Making Foams and Adhesives Sustainable
Day 3 Finding the Limits of Structural Adhesives for Dynamic Load Industrial Applications
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  Manufacturing or processing professionals
Day 1 How OEMs are Changing the Game for Foams and Adhesives
Day 2 What You May Have Missed About EU Sustainability Regulations
Day 3 Transforming Foam and Adhesives Processing with Industry 4.0
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  Product development specialists
Day 1 Putting the Pieces Together for Integrated Thermal Management Modules
Day 2 Innovating in Performance Foams for Wind Turbine Blades and Aerospace
Day 3 Accelerating Product Development by Digital Twinning Foams and Adhesives
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  Supply chain or procurement professionals
Day 1 Repairing Broken Supply Chains by Fostering Collaboration
Day 2 Closing the Loop Towards the Circular Economy
Day 3 What Product Developers Need from Suppliers in Materials Selection
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Key 2023 conference themes

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Supply Chain Collaboration

Sustainability & Circular Economy

Material Innovation

High-Performance Foams

Digital Transformation

Retooling Foam Processing

     Supply Chain Collaboration   Sustainability & Circular Economy  

     Material Innovation   High-Performance Foams  

     Digital Transformation   Retooling Foam Processing  

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Our conference sessions offer insights into the key developments and opportunities within the foam, adhesives, and thermal value chains. From cutting-edge materials and manufacturing techniques to the latest advancements in adhesives and thermal solutions, our talks and discussions are curated to keep you at the forefront of these dynamic industries. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of the trends shaping these value chains and how you can leverage them for your business's success.

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These specialist speakers joined the 2023 line up

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These specialist speakers joined the 2023 line up
These specialist speakers joined the 2023 line up
These specialist speakers joined the 2023 line up
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We're excited to present a diverse array of industry experts ready to navigate you through the dynamic world of technical foam. These speakers stand at the forefront of pivotal developments and opportunities within the foam, adhesives, and thermal value chains. Their talks are enriched with real-world case studies, providing you with a deep understanding of current industry trends. By attending our conference, you're not just participating; you're taking a decisive step toward unlocking solutions for you in your role and paving the way for your success.

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Solutions Innovation Stage

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Watch top brands present new innovations

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The Solutions Innovation Stage provides technical and procurement experts with the ability to watch first-hand demonstrations of the industry's latest products and solutions from suppliers and manufacturers. 

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Do you have something game-changing to present?

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Download the free PDF to see how you can benchmark your company against leading brands who will share the challenges they've faced and how to overcome them, using real-world examples.

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Watch top brands present new innovations

The Solutions Innovation Stage provides technical and procurement experts with the ability to watch first-hand demonstrations of the industry's latest products and solutions from suppliers and manufacturers. 

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Do you have something game-changing to present?

Download the free PDF to see how you can benchmark your company against leading brands who will share the challenges they've faced and how to overcome them, using real-world examples.

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Missed the 2023 conference sessions?

The audio and presentation files for Foam Expo Europe 2023 are available to download, for free.

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