| A Word from the Chair
Early Registration Discount Ends February 21 |
With a month to go, it's time to register for the 2009 3DSUG Conference in Daytona, Florida. Our conference rate of $495 is very low compared to other organizations and there is so much knowledge to be shared and gained. We have many Hands-On Training sessions with Certificates of Completion that can provide value and a competitive advantage to your organization. Talk to expert Users on how to use software, build parameters, and styles including advanced options. You can learn about 3D Scanning and Metrology techniques. Make your models work for you by advanced finishing and RTV techniques. Learn how Magics software can enhance the utilization of your additive technologies. Get your registration in by February 21st before the price goes up!
With the Conference fast approaching, I still have a few opportunities left in the agenda for our Users to present. In addition, we are offering one free 2010 3DSUG Conference registration to the winner of the Technical Competition. Please contact Sheku Kamara for more information. Sheku's email is: pastchairperson@3dsug.org. In the meantime, don't hesitate to contact me with questions.
Brian Bauman, DSM Somos & 2009 3DSUG Chairperson
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| 3DSUG Technical Competition
Registration Deadline February 28 |
This annual competition offers an excellent forum for members to present their innovative and advanced uses of 3D Systems technologies and to cast the spotlight on their finishing departments for their outstanding presentation of Stereolithography, Selective Laser Sintering, and 3D Printing models - bring your best show model and lets see how it stacks up to the competition!
On Monday, March 16th, 2008, a panel of judges comprised of former "Dinosaur Award" recipients will judge user entries in two categories. The judges will select a winner and runner-up for each category. Awards will be presented to the winners and runner-ups at the annual Awards Banquet, Tuesday evening. Register for the 3DSUG Technical Competition Online!DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 28, 2009Your application and all written documentation must be received by 11:59pm, February 28, 2009.
Paperwork may be mailed, faxed, or e-mailed to:Sheku Kamara, Past Chairperson Rapid Prototyping Center Milwaukee School of Engineering 1025 North Broadway Street Milwaukee, WI 53202 P: 414-277-2472 F: 414-287-4953 E: pastchairperson@3DSUG.org |
| The Sorovetz Report
Last Minute Travel Arrangements |
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As the Conference is drawing near, and everyone is making last minute preparations, I thought I would take this opportunity to give you a few reminders. SHIPPING INFORMATION
Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront 100 N. Atlantic Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32118 386 254 8200 Important: Shipments must arrive no earlier than March 11, 2009. Please make sure each item is marked with 3DSUG March 15-19. GOLFBob Dzugan rdzugan@buyCASTINGS.com 937 259 1341 FISHINGKevin Ayers kayers@fbiacademy.edu 703 632 6599 TRANSPORTATIONKing Transportation To and from the Daytona Beach Airport. The price quoted is $16 each way for one person or $20 per vehicle (car or van) so if you are traveling with others it will be a benefit. Gratuity is not included so please do not forget to tip your driver. If you are interested in using King Transportation e-mail Francis at yellowcabking@msn.com. Please e-mail her the following information:
- NAME
- DATE OF ARRIVAL
- TIME OF ARRIVAL
- AIRLINE
- FLIGHT NUMBER
- CONTACT PHONE NUMBER
REMINDER
The Awards Banquet maybe inside, outside or both so please dress accordingly. I would also like to remind everyone to make your Hotel reservations now and cancel them if you have to later. This will not only guarantee you a room, but also the $125 rate.
See you in Sunny Daytona Beach,
Thomas Sorovetz, Chrysler LLC & 3DSUG Site Coordinator E: coordinator@3dsug.org |
| Sponsor Showcase
3DSUG Media Sponsors |
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| Treasurer's Report
No Refund Policy |
 As treasurer for the Users Group I want to thank all our Sponsor and Vendors for their support in this down economy. Your continued support makes our program possible and helps to keep our prices reasonable.
The group is proud to be financially sound and able to move forward with this year's conference. Costs continue to rise and the economy continues to bring bad news daily. Under all these conditions your Users Group has not raised prices in many years. Our goal is to provide you with the best conference with the most useful information possible and offer this at one of the lowest prices in the industry.
I would like to remind all potential attendees and vendors that the discounted rate for this year's conference will end on February 21, 2009 at 11:59pm. After that date the price for attendees will raise to $600 and the vendor tables will rise to $750. Please register early and take advantage of the low prices by registering early. I also want to remind everyone that after February 21, 2009 the no refund policy will start and this will include all registrations including the Awards Night Guest and the Golf Outing. We have to initiate this policy from that point on. Your registration is locked in and we have to make that commitment to the hotel and our vendors and if you cancel after that date your Users Group is still responsible for the payment even though you cancelled. Please register responsibly. | |
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| 2009 Executive Committee |
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Brian Bauman
Chairperson
DSM Somos
Guy Bourdeau
Treasurer
Huntsman Advanced Materials
Bob Zubrickie
Secretary
Tyco Electronics
Tom Sorovetz
Site Coordinator
Chrysler LLC
Sheku Kamara
Past Chairperson
Milwaukee School of Engineering | | |
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