STI Polymer on the Move

Spring 2025 Trade Show Highlights & What’s Next

Spring 2025 has been a dynamic and enriching period for STI Polymer, marked by active participation in several key industry events. These gatherings provided invaluable opportunities to connect with peers, share our latest advancements, and stay attuned to emerging trends in the adhesives, sealants, and coatings sectors.

Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) Annual Convention & EXPO – April 14–16, Jacksonville, FL

Our journey began at the ASC Annual Convention & EXPO, held in Jacksonville, Florida. This premier event attracted over 500 industry professionals and featured concurrent technical sessions focusing on business development, market trends, regulatory insights, and new technologies. The EXPO showcased more than 90 exhibitors, providing a vibrant platform for networking and knowledge exchange. We focused on our Perfect Polymers™.

Southern Society for Coatings Technology (SSCT) Annual Meeting – May 4–7, Savannah, GA

Next, we attended the SSCT Annual Technical Conference in Savannah, Georgia. This event brought together coatings professionals for a series of technical talks and discussions, fostering collaboration and innovation within the industry. We highlighted our Elastomeric Roof Coatings, specifically Sycoat® 7626.

Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) Tape Week – May 5–8, Rosemont, IL

Simultaneously, we participated in PSTC Tape Week in Chicago, Illinois. This premier event for the pressure-sensitive adhesive tape industry offered tailored learning and networking opportunities. Attendees explored evolving economic trends and industry verticals, aligning developments with company goals.

Eastern Coatings Show – May 13–15, Atlantic City, NJ

Our spring engagements culminated at the Eastern Coatings Show, held at Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City. Billed as the “Premier Regional Coatings Show in North America,” the event featured over 120 exhibitors and 42 technical presentations. With 1,200 attendees, the show provided a vibrant environment for connecting, learning, and showcasing our latest innovations. We were able to attend the ECS with our new distributor partner, R.E. Carroll!

Looking Ahead

As we reflect on a productive spring, STI Polymer is excited to continue our industry engagement through the following upcoming events:

• Western Coatings Symposium and Show – October 19–22, Las Vegas, NV
• Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) Fall Meeting – October 22–23, Tallahassee, FL
• ASC Executive Leadership Conference – October 23–25, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

These events underscore our commitment to innovation and collaboration within the industry. We look forward to engaging with peers, sharing our latest developments, and continuing to provide high-performance emulsion polymers that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Stay connected with us as we continue to advance and contribute to the adhesives, sealants, and coatings industries.