DETROIT – 3M will host its 2012 Transportation Summit, held for automotive, RV, commercial vehicle, military and aerospace manufacturers and their suppliers, at the 3M Automotive Market Center on Oct. 2-3 in Detroit. The event will be used to demonstrate 3M’s expertise and full range of solutions designed to address today’s transportation industry challenges.
The Summit brings together some of the top technical experts from 3M’s global organization and showcases products and technologies from across 3M divisions that speak to industry megatrends such as alternative energy, weight reduction, safety, sustainability, passenger comfort and productivity. The event also will feature keynote speakers and technical seminars.
“Developing solutions for the challenges OEMs and suppliers face is of utmost importance today,” said Greg Piserchia, U.S. sales and marketing director, 3M Automotive Market Center, Livonia, Mich. “With the increased demands and regulations placed on the industry, collaborating with our customers by leveraging the innovations found across 3M’s technology platforms to help deliver products that are safe, affordable and sustainable is our top goal.”
“3M is uniquely qualified to meet the needs of transportation customers," said Jim Fall, U.S. sales and marketing director, Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division. "We are excited to host this event and begin the journey of continuing innovation with our valued customers.”
Attendees will have the opportunity to hear remarks and keynote speeches from 3M executives and leading industry experts on topics such as alternative energy, the impact of urbanization on vehicle planning and transportation market trends. The Summit also will include the 3M Innovation Fair, which allows attendees to view a wide array of solutions and experience specific product demonstrations. In addition, industry seminars on technologies spanning lightweighting, fuel cells, li-ion battery and electrification, natural gas, emission control, energy efficiency, life cycle management, noise reduction, vehicle personalization, warranty reduction, assembly aid, worker and passenger safety and more will be held.
Attendees will have the ability to build their own schedule at the Summit, with each day offering a different variety of events. Those interested in attending can view the agenda and register for Oct. 2 here, and for Oct. 3 here.
