WOOD-PLASTIC AND NATURAL FIBER COMPOSITES 2010

papers

We seek presentations along these hot topic market segments, however all papers on developments in Wood-Plastic and Natuiral Fiber Composites will be considered. To have your paper considered for presentation at this executive conference, please respond promptly.

Decking

Growth of ultra low maintenance category; share battle between capped WPC and cellular PVC
Growing hardscape segment and decline in average deck size
Status of the wood-synthetic decking aoption curve
New deck codes and expected impact on industry
Green issue in decking related to end-of-life recycling and recycled raw materials

Railing

Mixed material railing systems and trends
Wood vs. vinyl vs. composites vs. metal
Ease of installation, trends, issues

Fence

WPC fence adoption curve vs. vinyl and wood
Barriers to WPC market penetration
Product performance vs. price point, aesthetics, consumer acceptance

Siding

Latest product advances
Adoption and penetration of WPC siding
Barriers to use for WPC siding when competing against vinyl and fiber cement

Industrial and Commercial

New applications
Technical performance
End-user unmet needs
Capabilities of existing and emerging manufacturers

Deadline is closed for any paper abstracts for WPC Conference 2010. Please contact us if you have any possible topics for next year's event.

Send abstracts and papers to:

Steve Van Kouteren
Conference Chair
US Only: 1-800-378-8330 ext. 242
Direct: US +1-505-466-3749
Fax: US +1-484-214-0172
E-mail: SteveVK@PrincipiaConsulting.com

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Exton, PA 19341