TechCon 2018

Call for Papers

www.svc.org

Deadline for Abstracts:October 4, 2017

Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center May 5-10, 2018

Orlando

Now Accepting Abstracts for the 2018 Technical ConferenceFeaturing a Symposium on: Multi-Functional Thin Films - The Tailoring of Interfaces

Together with other topics of the Traditional Technical Sessions: • Coatings for Energy Conversion and Related Processes• Protective, Tribological and Decorative Coatings• Coatings and Processes for Biomedical and Environmental Applications• Optical Coatings• Plasma Processing• Large Area Coatings• Webtech Roll-to-Roll Coatings

• Fundamental Aspects of Coatings (joint session with ICMCTF)• HIPIMS and Emerging Technologies• Heureka! Post-Deadline Recent Developments• Technical Poster Session• Vendor Innovator Showcase

For more information, contact the SVC at 505-897-7743, visit the SVC website at www.svc.org to submit an abstract, or send an Email to abstracts.2018TechCon@svc.org

Technical Program: May 7–10 • Technical Sessions • Interactive Networking Forums + Discussion Groups & Expert’s Corner

Education Program: May 5–10 • Problem-Solving Tutorial Courses

Regionally located with NPE 2018 – The Plastics Show

Technology Exhibit: May 8–9 Over 150 Exhibitors + Free Admission

The Largest Expo Dedicated to Vacuum Coating Technologies & Materials

Back by Popular Demand: FREE Technical Conference Admission on May 8th or 9thFurther details at www.svc.org

Announcing the 2018 SVC TechCon Symposium on:

Multi-functional Thin Films – The Tailoring of InterfacesThin films are a key enabler to the functionalization of surfaces and multi-functional thin films add tremendous value to a wide range of technical components. Emerging trends such as IOT and Industry 4.0 demand increas-ingly detailed additional information on the actual status, security issues, prediction of potential failure, etc. In essence, a data set that requires clever design, novel materials, and new structures are needed.

• High Rate Coating and Large-Area Deposition Magnetron sputtering, electron beam evaporation,

hollow cathode processes• Erosion, Corrosion, Friction & Wear Hard coatings, high temperature materials, super-

lubrication, tailored interfaces and complex layer stacks, gradient coatings and failure analysis

• Functional Thin Films Surface integrated sensors, transparent heating films/

surfaces, ice-free surfaces, bonding layers, anti-reflective coating systems, switchable transparent, high precision optics and medical products

• Advanced and High Performance Materials High temperature stability, high temperature

sensing, extreme conditions (space application)• Tailoring of Interfaces in Complex Coating

Architectures Reduction of interfacial stress, coupling of optical,

electrical, chemical, and mechanical properties of multi-layer coatings

• Science and Application of Plasmas• Smart Coatings for Sensing and Glazing Systems• Surface Modification

The SVC technical program is complemented by the industry’s most extensive vendor exhibit, a comprehensive tutorial program, Young Members Group and ample networking and business opportunities. The SVC TechCon creates a forum where researchers, industry practitioners, decision makers and newcomers to the field can connect, exchange ideas, and get questions answered.

Also, the NPE 2018 The Plastics Show is located in Orlando during the SVC TechCon. As a result of the location, our exhibition is expected to be significantly busier with increased traffic and business opportunities.

Come join us at the 2018 SVC TechCon to present your latest results, connect with fellow researchers, practitioners and business partners! We look forward to seeing you in Orlando, Florida!

Our Symposium Topic provides an opportunity to focus on multi-functional thin films that integrate into complex coating architectures. State-of-the-art technology and applications such as flexible displays, mobile communications, and remote sensing place a strong emphasis on hybrid materials and new functions. Integration of completely new functions (decorative, sensing, active switching) becomes possible. Also, the combination of thick coat-ings, e.g., for erosion and wear protection with thin films, opens the market for new and advanced products in the key application areas of aerospace and transportation.

Papers are solicited in the field of functional and multi-functional thin films. This includes pioneering coatings and coat-ing systems enabling innovation in both thin and thick film coatings for aerospace, vehicles and beyond. Topics include:

2018 SVC TechCon Call for Papers

Message from the Program CommitteeThe SVC TechCon will be back in sunny Orlando, Florida for 2018! SVC has a new venue and our Symposia topic will encompass a broad range of commer-cially relevant issues and technologies. SVC offers an industry-leading techni-cal exhibition, abundant networking opportunities, with an extensive educa-tional program and in-depth technological expertise. SVC provides you with a great opportunity to present your latest research results, coating processes and equipment applications in the field.

Our Symposium topic of “Multi-Functional Thin Films – the Tailoring of Interfac-es” addresses the pivotal role that thin films and surface engineering play in the success of a wide range of industrial, transportation and consumer applications. In some applications, these functionalities may provide the core device operability. In others, they may constitute a crucial building block in a broader coating archi-tecture, such as thicker coatings for thermal or tribological applications applied by other deposition methods. The Symposium leads off with high-profile keynote speakers who highlight the topic of interfaces presented during the 4-day tech-nical program. In addition, our Symposium is enhanced by the joint SVC/ICMCTF (International Conference of Metallurgical Coatings and Thin Films) session on fundamental interfacial materials science. Also, our ten traditional SVC technology sessions will cover a wide range of the latest developments in coatings, surfaces, interfaces, processes and equipment.

We invite you to share your latest R&D and application successes with the SVC com-munity. The TechCon offers a broad range of presentation options – technical talks or posters, vendor innovation presentations – which can accommodate the full spectrum of academic research and industrial product innovations. This is comple-mented by our publication options of conference proceedings or a peer-reviewed publication. The SVC Student Sponsorship Program provides financial support for a limited number of qualified applicants to encourage student participation.

Please contribute a paper and make the new connections that only the SVC can offer! Our academic researchers, industrial innovators, technical practitioners and application experts await your news, and look forward to talking with you in sunny Orlando!

Our Vision: To be the global source for learning, applying and

advancing vacuum coating, surface engineering, and related

technologies.

Our Mission: To promote technical excellence by providing

a global forum to inform, educate, and engage the members, the technical community, and the

public on all aspects of vacuum coating, surface engineering and

related technologies.

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➁The Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center, Orlando, Florida

For more information, contact the SVC at 505-897-7743, visit the SVC website at www.svc.org to submit an abstract, or send an Email to abstracts.2018TechCon@svc.org

Publication Options:There are two publication options to publish manuscripts for work

presented during the 2018 Technical Program

WITHOUT PEER REVIEWSubmission Deadline: April 16, 2018

Publication in Society of Vacuum Coaters Annual Technical

Conference Proceedings ONLY

PEER REVIEWEDSubmission Window Open

April 23, 2018 – June 22, 2018Publication in both Elsevier’s Surface

and Coatings Technology and Society of Vacuum Coaters Annual Technical

Conference Proceedings

Deadline for Abstracts: October 4, 2017

The First Annual SVC Foundation Casino Night on Tuesday Evening, May 8To benefit the SVC Foundation and Student Sponsorship and Scholarship Program!New for 2018:

Call for PapersIn addition to the 2018 SVC TechCon Symposium on Multi-Functional Thin Films – The Tailoring of Interfaces, the SVC is inviting contributions in the following areas. Each area is organized by a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC).

Coatings for Energy Conversion and Related Processes The Coatings for Energy Conversion and Related Processes welcomes papers in the following areas: Solar and Ambient Light Energy Conversion

• Thin-film and thin wafer photovoltaics• Organic flexible photovoltaics (OPV)• Semi-transparent photovoltaics• Coatings for improved performance

Energy Harvesting• RF Harvesting• Piezoelectrics• Kinetic harvesting through body movement

Energy Storage• Thin flexible batteries• Conformal batteries• Coatings for improved stability• Graphene and carbon nanotubes• Protective coatings

Efficient Functional Coatings• Radiative cooling• Hydrophobic and hydrophilic• Self-cleaning catalytic coatings

Business Topics• Market assessment• Advanced manufacturing processes• Integration of functional coatings into wearable products

Other traditional subjects of the Coatings for Energy Conversion and Related Processes TAC will be considered including:

• Smart windows• Selective radiators• Fuel cells• Large-scale energy conversion and storage

TAC Chair: Volker Sittinger, Fraunhofer Institute for Surface Engineering and Thin Films IST, Germany, volker.sittinger@ist.fraunhofer.deAssistant TAC Chairs: Wolfgang Diehl, Fraunhofer Institute for Surface Engineering and Thin Films IST (retired), Germany, wolfgang_diehl@t-online.de

Claes G. Granqvist, Uppsala University, Sweden, claes-goran granqvist@angstrom.uu.se David Sanchez, Materion Advanced Chemicals, david.sanchez@materion.com Ric Shimshock, MLD Technologies, LLC, ricshimshock4mld@aol.com Michael Andreasen, Vacuum Edge, michael.andreasen@vacuumedge.com

Protective, Tribological and Decorative CoatingsThe Protective, Tribological and Decorative Coatings Technical Adviso-ry Committee encourages speakers to submit presentations dealing with design, development, production, applications and research in the field of tribological coatings. We solicit papers about vacuum coatings and equipment for applications to protect components, tools, as well as decorative parts. We encourage speakers to include business aspects of these applications, too.

Topics of interest for this session include, but are not limited to:• Tribological performance of coatings for artificial joints• Biocompatible coatings for artificial joints• Legislation and FDA approval for biocompatible coatings• Coatings for cutting tools• Coatings for molding and forming tools• Reliability and life of tribological systems, enhanced by coatings• Short and long term business trends in the field of tool coat-

ings, component and decorative coatings• Coatings for the reduction of friction and exhaust gas emissions• Corrosion protective coatings (e.g. Zn:Al) on large-area surfaces• Testing and evaluation of coating performance• Failure analysis of coatings• Scale-up of vacuum coating processes for industrial demands• Coatings for high-performance engines• High-temperature coatings for aerospace applications

TAC Chair:Dave Doerwald, IHI Hauzer Techno Coating BV, The Netherlands, ddoerwald@hauzer.nlAssistant TAC Chairs:Jolanta Klemberg-Sapieha, Polytechnique Montréal, Canada, jsapieha@polymtl.caRoel Tietema, IHI Hauzer Techno Coating BV, The Netherlands, rtietema@hauzer.nl

Coatings and Processes for Biomedical and Environmental ApplicationsCoatings and Processes for Biomedical and Environmental Applica-tions traditionally represents an important part of the SVC TechCon program.

Topics of interest for this session include but are not limited to:• Coatings for dental and orthopedic implants • Stability of coatings, bio-corrosion, and electrochemical

processes• Antimicrobial coatings and surfaces, disinfection and

sterilization • Biofunctionalization of coatings and surfaces• Sensors, electrodes for sensing and control• Coatings for imaging enhancement (MRI, X-ray) of implantable

devices • Atmospheric pressure plasma in biomedical applications

Deadline for Abstracts: October 4, 2017 Deadline for Abstracts: October 4, 2017Call for Papers• Plasma treatment of biological tissues• Treatment of liquids - applications in healthcare, environmental

applications, nanoparticle formation and water activation• Emission control, including removal of carbon dioxide • Plasma in agriculture• Environmentally friendly removal of dangerous substances from

surfaces• Catalytic materials for gas cleaning

TAC Chair:Hana Baránková, Uppsala University, Sweden, hana.barankova@angstrom.uu.se

WebTech Roll-to-Roll Coatings for High-End ApplicationsWebTech is the forum for flexible web and roll-to-roll (R2R) processing at the SVC. It is the podium to present new achievements in process-ing of flexible substrates such as polymer or textile webs and thin glass, and encompasses manufacturing techniques, products, market developments and economical aspects of this versatile high-volume manufacturing method.

Presentations on materials, deposition processes, manufacturing tech-niques, market analysis and economical perspectives in the following application areas related to R2R processing are welcome:

• Bio- and health-related topics such as medical sensing and imaging, antimicrobial films and surface treatments, sterile packaging materials, wound care, and many others

• Films and coatings for energy-efficient glazing in buildings, vehicles and spacecraft thermal control

• R2R manufacturing integration combining vacuum and atmo-spheric processes- Spatial Atomic Layer Deposition- organic/inorganic hybrid materials deposition- printing and patterning

• High performance polymer- and glass-based substrates, diffu-sion barriers and sealing techniques for roll-to-roll processing

• Flexible electronics applications for displays, radiation man-agement, driving electronics, security and anti-counterfeiting devices

• Large-area films that enable flexible lighting, LEDs and OLEDs.• Thin film/flexible batteries, solar cells, and energy storage• Films enabling solar energy generation and building-integrat-

ed photovoltaics (BIPV)• High-volume productivity improvements for metallization,

decorative applications, window films and food packaging

TAC Chair:John Fahlteich, Fraunhofer Institute for Organic Electronics, Electron Beam and PlasmaTechnology FEP, Germany, john.fahlteich@fep.fraunhofer.deAssistant TAC Chairs:Alberto Argoitia, Viavi Solutions Inc.-Optical Security and Performance Products Group, alberto.argoitia@viavisolutions.comScott Jones, 3M, sjjones@mmm.comChris Stoessel, Eastman Chemical Company, stoessel@attglobal.netProfessor Hazel Assender, Department of Materials, University of Oxford (Begbroke), hazel.assender@materials.ox.ac.uk

Optical CoatingsExciting developments in optical coatings are stimulated by the latest trends in optics, optoelectronics, photonics, optical data processing, display, biomedical, sensor, energy and photovoltaics, automotive, aerospace, architectural and other technologies. The Optical Coatings sessions will bring together these different aspects for technical inter-change in the field of optical interference coatings. Topics featured will include coating design, development of practical manufacturing tech-niques, characterization methods, and a wide range of applications.

To build a well-rounded session, abstracts are solicited from the following areas:

• Novel optical interference design software and design tech-niques

• New fabrication processes for optical coatings• Real-time process monitoring and control with optical coating

processes• Performance enhancement through optical coatings (e.g.

improved efficiency for solar cells)• Novel optical coating materials• Coatings on polymers and special substrate materials• Optical coatings for multifunctional requirements (scratch

resistance, wettability, etc.)• Metrology of optical films (new instrumentation and software

developments, in-line or in situ approaches, etc)• Applications in non-traditional wavelengths, from EUV to IR• Complex 3-D optical devices• Coatings for biomedical applications• Optical coatings for energy control and solar power• Optical coatings for laser applications, including femto-second

laser• Optical coatings for display, aerospace and integrated photonic

device applications• Production issues common to the industry - including lessons

learned or serendipitous discoveries that came from problems or disasters

• Industrial scale-up

TAC Co-Chairs:James N. Hilfiker, J.A. Woollam Co., Inc., jhilfiker@jawoollam.comRobert Sargent, Viavi Solutions, robert.sargent@viavisolutions.comUlrike Schulz, Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF, Germany, ulrike.schulz@iof.fraunhofer.de

The SVC is celebrating its 61st Anniversary of providing an unmatched Technical Program and Networking Event!

Deadline for Abstracts: October 4, 2017Call for PapersPlasma Processing Plasma has the unique capability of providing a diverse and complex environment that has proven to be well-suited for a wide variety of industrial applications including anisotropic dry etching, surface chemical modification, magnetron sputter-deposition and plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) of thin films and coat-ings. Nevertheless, the potential of plasma processing on an industrial scale can only be realized when basic material processing studies are accompanied by an understanding of plasma physics, plasma chem-istry and the underlying mechanisms at the plasma-surface interface, developed through both modeling and experimental efforts. More recently, the plasma processing community is exploring exciting new opportunities involving atmospheric pressure discharges, high power magnetron sputtering (HiPIMS), plasma interactions with liquids and living tissues, and plasma-assisted atomic layer deposition and etching. These new developments along with the never-ending quest for improvement in long standing applications are very convincing evidence that support the need for an active plasma processing com-munity, a continuation of research of reactive plasma environment and exploration of new possibilities.

Accordingly, the plasma processing chairs welcome papers of a funda-mental and applied nature in the following topics:

• Plasma-enhanced physical or chemical vapor deposition and plasma-surface modification for diverse applications

• Novel and emerging plasma processing methods including plasma-enhanced atomic layer deposition and atomic layer etching, the synthesis of nanoparticles and nanomaterials, and the treatment of non-traditional materials

• Development of plasma sources to enable both conventional and novel plasma processing techniques including those oper-ating at atmospheric pressures and interacting with liquids

• Diagnostics (optical, electrical, particle, or systemic) applied to understand the plasma environment and plasma interactions with materials, along with techniques to improve diagnostics capabilities

• Modeling of gas-phase phenomena in plasmas, plasma-surface interactions, and plasma processing systems

TAC Chair: Lenka Zajickova, Central European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Czech Republic, lenkaz@physics.muni.czAssistant TAC Chair: Scott Walton, US Naval Research Laboratory, scott.walton@nrl.navy.mi

Large Area CoatingsLarge area coatings, generally considered to be substrates or ag-gregates of substrates larger than one square meter, are found all around us in applications for communication, recreation, architecture, eyewear, lighting, entertainment, electronics, airplanes, aerospace, automotive and so on. Applications of large area coatings cut across all coating technologies and utilize virtually all commercialized vac-uum coating processes. Large area manufacturing typically provides the benefits of low cost, high volume, excellent quality and low capital cost per unit yielded capacity.

In 2018, the Large Area Technical Advisory Committee invites presenta-tions in the following areas:

• Communications and displays- Touch screen, cell phone and other active display

applications- Semiconductor desposition and fabrication

• Architectural and automotive thin film materials, processes, equipment and applications including:- Low-emissivity, absorbing and reflective architectural coatings- Electrochromic and other smart window coatings- Transparent conductor, anti-reflection and mirror coatings- Temperable and bendable coatings- Windshield coatings - heat reflecting, hydrophobic/hydrophilic- Antennas, including fractal circuits- Surface modification coatings: friction-reducing, wear-resis-

tance, chemical-resistance, thermal control, anti-reflection, mirror and barrier coatings

- Decorative coatings for automotive reflectors, trim, etc.• Green/alternative energy applications including:

- Thin film photovoltaic and semiconductor materials- First and second surface and laminated reflector/mirror

coatings, absorber coatings and associated technologies• Innovations and advances in large area equipment, consum-

ables and modeling- Critical coating equipment including coaters, magnetrons,

power supplies, pumps, on-line monitoring and defect analysis- Sputter targets and materials, PECVD, evaporation and other

larger area coating technologies and equipment- Modeling, simulation and reverse-engineering of large area

coatings, processes, costs and equipment• Business topics

- We especially invite business-related topics teaching us how to extend the reach of large area coating operations into markets and products of significant opportunity.

TAC Chair:Brent Boyce, Guardian Industries Corp., bboyce@guardian.comAssistant TAC Chairs:Michael Andreasen, Vacuum Edge, michael.andreasen@vacuumedge.comKen Nauman, VON ARDENNE, Nauman.ken@vonardenne.biz

High Power Impulse Magnetron Sputtering - HIPIMS High Power Impulse Magnetron Sputtering (HIPIMS) has moved from lab scale to industry. Today, a significant number of industrial-scale HIPIMS processes exist as well as some commercial processes and products. Both fundamental understanding and application-orient-ed development are essential for exploiting the full potential of this technology.

The latest results from fundamental research, new and advanced approaches for simulation and modeling, and the combination of ap-plied research from lab scale to industrial size cathodes and machines are the focus of this TAC. The session aims to provide a forum linking scientists, technologists, and industrialists to discuss all aspects of the HIPIMS technology.

B2B Business Session from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 8The SVC will provide coffee and pastries to our exhibitors so they can interact for an hour before the show is opened to general admissionNew for 2018:

Deadline for Abstracts: October 4, 2017 Deadline for Abstracts: October 4, 2017Call for PapersPapers are solicited, but not limited to, from the following areas:

• Fundamental research on plasma, discharge, and coatings • Simulation and modeling of HIPIMS • New plasma sources and process modifications • Recent development in pulse generation and process and

plasma diagnostics • Application oriented results: tribological, optical, medical, etc. • New coatings and products

TAC Chair: Arutiun P. Ehiasarian, Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom, a.ehiasarian@shu.ac.ukAssistant TAC Chairs: Ju-Liang He, Feng Chia University, Taiwan, jlhe@fcu.edu.twJolanta Klemberg-Sapieha, Polytechnique Montréal, Canada, jsapieha@polymtl.ca

Fundamental Aspects of Coatings This innovative TechCon session is jointly organized by the program teams of the Society of Vacuum Coaters (SVC) and the International Conference of Metallurgical Coatings and Thin Films (ICMCTF). It lever-ages the combined strengths of SVC’s application-oriented perspec-tive with the first-principles rigor typical of the ICMCTF to highlight the latest advances in coatings and coating technologies. The topic highlights the connection between technologies that often nucle-ate in academia and government-funded R&D environments and a market environment that demands continued coating technology innovation to deliver competitive new products.

The session welcomes contributions that employ and emphasize a science-based approach to examine the role coatings and coating systems play in realizing application-related functionalities that meet the demands of the industrial environment.

Whether you are investigating interface effects, engage in model-ing, simulation, and analytical aspects that address fundamentals of coatings and properties, such as adhesion, wettability, durability or electronic properties (as examples), or are involved with commercial-ized products that heavily rely on coatings for for high performance applications, this session is for you!

Session Organizers: Representing SVC: Holger Gerdes, Fraunhofer Institute for Surface Engineering and Thin Films IST, Germany, holger.gerdes@ist.fraunhofer.deRepresenting ICMCTF: Yin-Yu Chang, Plasma and Surface Engineering Lab. / NFU Thin Film Engineering Allicance Center Head, Department of Mechanical and Computer-aided Engineering, National Formosa University, Taiwan

Emerging Technologies Technology is the greatest agent of change in the modern world. The Emerging Technologies session is the forum for boosting technologi-cal breakthroughs, new application trends and visions in the thin-film coating industry. Such trends may be either the application of estab-lished coating technologies in innovative ways to expand into new applications, or creative new developments in coating technologies that overcome long‐standing roadblocks in the industry. Technologies which successfully cross over from early‐stage feasibility studies into commercially viable industry solutions are the primary focus of this session. Supporting business topics are also welcome.

Topics of strategic interest for the Emerging Technologies session are: • Economically viable alternatives to classic transparent con-

ducting oxides (TCOs), p-type materials, and resulting thin film device architectures

• High-performance electronics on flexible transparent sub-strates and roll-to-roll processing

• New thin film concepts that allow the combination of previ-ously incompatible material properties, such as meso- and meta-materials, chiral films

• Progress in upscaling of atomic-/molecular-layer deposition (ALD / MLD) towards high-volume industrial applications

• New concepts and technology development for thin film coat-ing, refinement, treatment and modification of surfaces that enable revolutionary performance improvements in active or passive devices such as photovoltaics or electronics

• Progress in integrating previously incompatible processes at scale, for example, the advancement of incorporating thin films into printed flexible electronics

• Innovations in methods for the in situ characterization of thin film properties

• Creative new business concepts or market perspectives that accelerate or de-risk transfer of new thin film technologies from lab-scale to commercial viability

• Advanced thin-film processing and applications for biotech-nology, nanotechnology, energy harvesting, energy storage and energy conversion

Technical Poster Sessionwith optional 3-minute oral presentationPoster Presentations serve as an important component of the Technical Porgram by providing a format for extended discus-sions of the results in a casual environment. To further enhance the session, each presenter will have the option to present a three (3) minute, three (3) PowerPoint slide summary of their work. Timing will be very strict!

The Program Committee encourages poster presentations on all topics covered in the Call for Papers, including those with topics related to the Symposium theme. A $200 cash award for the Best Poster will be offered. Submit an abstract for your presentation in the Poster Session before January 26, 2018.

Best Poster Award: A $200 cash award will be offered for the Best Poster presented in the Session.Submit an abstract for your presentation in the Poster Session before January 26, 2018.

Deadline for Abstracts: October 4, 2017Call for PapersWe welcome contributed talks and posters for these and other areas, and always consider new and innovative topics that advance the use of thin film processing in modern technology applications.

TAC Chair:Manuela Junghähnel, Fraunhofer Institute for Organic Electronics, Electron Beam and Plasma Technology FEP, Germany, manuela.junghaehnel@fep.fraunhofer.deAssistant TAC Chairs:Jacob Bertrand, Eccrine Systems, Inc., jbertrand@eccrinesystems.comClark Bright, Bright Thin Film Solutions (3M retired), brightcrewllc@gmail.comChris Stoessel, Eastman Chemical Company, stoessel@attglobal.netFrank Papa, Gencoa LTD, frank@gencoa.com

HEURÉKA! Post-Deadline Recent DevelopmentsThe HEURÉKA! session is an excellent opportunity for introducing and presenting the latests knowledge and experience, inspiring ideas, development and stimulating achievements in coating technologies. It is an important forum for post-deadline presentations of the “hot-off-the-press” achievements delayed due to patenting procedures, specific business strategy, etc.

Topics in the HEURÉKA! program are usually diverse, which always stimulates inspirations and interesting discussions. There are no in-vited papers, because all presentations are welcomed on equal basis. However, the total number of presentations is limited.

Abstracts to the session can be submitted through January 26, 2018, after the general abstract submission deadline. We are looking forward to receiving your contributions.

Session Organizers:Ladislav Bárdos, Uppsala University, Sweden, ladislav.bardos@angstrom.uu.seHana Baránková, Uppsala University, Sweden, hana.barankova@angstrom.uu.se

Vendor Innovator ShowcaseThis unique session allows our exhibitors and other vendors to introduce their company’s newest products and services to the SVC community. This is an ideal way to share your company’s message, new products and encourage booth traffic at the TechCon.

Submit an abstract for a 10-minute oral presentation during this session before January 26, 2018.

SVC and SVC Foundation Support for StudentsYoung members and students are our future. The SVC and the SVC Foundation recognize that capturing the imagination and the interest of young technicians, engineers, and scientists are essential activites that will perpetuate the technologies and the companies that comprise the SVC. Student education scholarships and sponsorships supporting travel and conference participation are offered annually through programs that encompass a global reach to qualified and deserving individuals.

SVC Student Sponsorship Program - Full-Time Students Are Eligible

The SVC Student Sponsorship Program provides travel support and compli-mentary conference registration to selected full-time students to make an oral technical presentation at the SVC Annual Technical Conference. A limited number of sponsorships will be awarded to the best applicants. Applicants

from academic, research, and technical institutions from the United States and around the world are encouraged to apply. The Student Sponsorship Committee evaluates appli-cations from students and makes selections based on the quality and relevance of the student’s project to the interests and mission of the SVC. It will also consider the quality of the application itself (completeness, quality, etc.), potential quality of the oral presentation, its relevance to the specific session, as well as the need for funding.

Requirements for Participation:The student applicant must have a sponsor. The sponsor can be a faculty member at the student’s institution or another academic, technical, or research institution. The sponsor must indicate that he or she understands the nature of the conference and what SVC technical programs are about.

During the selection process, preference will be given to those applicants who have not already received sponsorship from SVC. The successful candidates should also preferably come from different institutions.

SVC Student Sponsorship Program Abstract and Application Deadline: October 4, 2017

The SVC Foundation provides scholarships to well qualified students plan-ning to enter fields related to vacuum coatings, and/or

providing stipends for travel expenses to at-tend the annual SVC Technical Conference, usually to present technical papers. The Society of Vacuum Coaters (SVC), the SVCF’s founder, and AIMCAL, an organization com-mitted to advancing vacuum roll-coating technology, and their members, provides support for the Foundation to pursue these goals. Since its inception in 2002, the SVCF has awarded more than 50 scholarships and travel awards totalling over $180,000 to students from 18 countries.

Please visit www.svcfoundation.orgfor more information

Scholarship Applications must be post-marked by November 30th of each year.

Capturing the imagination and interest of young professionals is a core mission of the SVC and SVC Foundation.

Opportunities at the 2018 TechConNetworking

Make ConnectionsThe TechCon is packed with networking events designed to con-nect vacuum coating and surface engineering professionals with the global SVC community. Each technical and social networking event provides a different forum for invaluable face-to-face interac-tions and the opportunity to collaborate with technicaI experts.

Technology Forum BreakfastsVacuum coating technology spans multiple applications and processes. Join a dis-cussion group focused on a topic that’s important to you. Enjoy the conversation over breakfast before the start of the technicaI program on May 7 and 8.

Meet the Experts CornerBridging the gap between vacuum coating problems and solutions! A panel of experts helps you problem-solve challenges with equip-ment, applications, or processes.

Industry-Government ForumLearn about industrial and government initiatives impact-ing the future of the vacuum coating industry. Hear from a panel of individuals directly involved in implementing these programs and engage in fresh discussions about future technologies and strategies.

Awards Ceremony and Welcome ReceptionCelebrate the individuals who make a significant impact on the suc-cess of the SVC and the vacuum coating community. The Awards Ceremony will be held on Monday, May 7, immediately followed by the Welcome Reception for an evening of casual networking.

Tuesday Evening Networking EventCome and join us for an evening of fun and networking, all to help a great cause at the First Annual SVC Foundation Casino Night on Tuesday, May 8. All conference registrants receive complimentary admission to what promises to be a legendary event!

Exhibit NetworkingEnjoy more opportunities than ever to visit the Exhibit Hall on May 8 and 9. n Lunch n Exhibit Reception n Frozen Treats n Poster Session n Beer Blast

Additional Networking: n TechnicaI Program Keynote Presentations n Heuréka! Session n Vendor Innovators Showcase

SVC Foundation Networking EventsRUN FOR A CAUSE!Register for the Annual 5K Fun Run and support the scholarship efforts of the SVC Foundation.

Networking Event details will be published at www.svc.org/2018TechCon

2018 TechCon Tutorial Course PreviewEducation ProgramEvery year, the SVC assembles the world’s most comprehensive educational program; presented in conjunction with the SVC TechCon. From May 5th through May 10th (21 separate tutorials were presented at the 2017 Providence TechCon!) tutorials will be offered that address basic vacuum science, deposition technology, process optimization and film characterization. The SVC Instructor roster and course catalog is simply unmatched in breadth, content, and instructor passion. Visit www.svc.org for our comprehensive course catalog.

Four New Courses for 2018For the 2018 TechCon in Orlando, the SVC is excited to offer four new courses that address the specific challenges, requirements, and applications associated with the products and technologies featured in our TechCon Symposia: Multi-Functional Thin Films – The Tailoring of Interfaces.

Thin to Thick Films: Growth and Microstructure Evolution(presented by Dr. Joe Greene, University of Illinois) This tutorial is intended for scientists, engineers, technicians, and others involved with the vapor deposition of thin films by sputtering, evapo-ration, MBE, CVD, thermal spray, etc., and who need to obtain a better understanding of the

effects of operating parameters on the properties of metal, semicon-ductor, and dielectric films and alloys. The tutorial is concentrated on the development of a detailed atomic-scale understanding of the pri-mary experimental variables and surface reaction paths controlling nucleation/growth kinetics and microstructural evolution during vapor-phase deposition of thin films. The goal is to develop an appre-ciation of the advantages and disadvantages of competing growth techniques and to learn how to design better and more efficient film growth processes to achieve required properties. Thin and thick films are pervasive in many advanced fields of modern technology includ-ing microelectronics, optics, magnetics, hard and corrosion-resistant

coatings, micromechanics, thermal barriers, etc. Progress in each of these areas depends upon the ability to selectively and controllably deposit films (thickness ranging from tens of Ångstroms to microm-eters to hundreds of micrometers) with specified physical properties. This, in turn, requires control—often at the atomic level—of film microstructure and microchemistry.

Sputter Deposition for Aerospace Applications(presented by Dr. David A. Glocker, Isoflux Inc. (retired))This course covers topics of practical importance to those using sputtering to deposit coatings for aerospace applications. It is intended for engi-neers, scientists and technicians who would like

an understanding of the factors that influence product throughput, coating quality, and process robustness and reliability. It begins with a basic description of sputtering and sputtering plasmas and then illustrates the use of various techniques through specific applica-tions. These include coatings for reducing friction and wear, optical coatings for filters and displays, coatings for sensors, and others. The relationships between the sputtering conditions and important film properties—such as microstructure, composition, stress, adhesion and the resulting mechanical, electrical, and optical characteristics—are discussed. The emphasis is on process and hardware consider-ations rather than the detailed material properties of the coatings.

Characterization of Thick Films, Thin Films, and Surfaces (presented by Dr. Tom Christensen, Provost/Professor of Physics, University of Colorado/Colorado Springs)This course is intended for people with a basic background in materials science who need to understand the broad range of techniques

available to characterize thick films, thin films, and surfaces. The

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course is appropriate for technicians, engineers, and managers who perform or specify characterization work as well as students seeking a broad understanding of the field. The tutorial exam-ines a broad range of important properties and discusses how film thickness may cause measured values/performance to differ from bulk properties. Generic differences between counting and spectroscopic techniques are presented and available “probes” are identified.

Properties and Applications of Tribological Coatings(presented by Dr. Gary Doll, University of Akron and Dr. Allan Matthews, The University of Manchester)This tutorial is intended for design engi-neers, materials scientists, and coatings developers who have a need to specify and

develop coatings for tribological (i.e., those in which wear must be reduced or prevented and/or friction minimized) and corro-sion-resistant applications. The tutorial begins with the funda-mentals of tribology and corrosion, and discusses the problems of selecting coatings for optimal performance. An overview of the main processes for producing coatings is given, which includes gaseous (e.g., CVD and PVD), solution (e.g., electroless and elec-trochemical), and molten (e.g., thermal spraying and laser treat-ments) state processes. Test methods used to evaluate coatings are also reviewed, which covers tests for physical and mechanical properties, tribological performance, and corrosion resistance. Finally, coatings that have been developed and utilized for some specific applications will be discussed.

The final schedule of course offerings will be available in Novem-ber of 2017 and accessible through the 2018 TechCon portal on our website. We look forward to offering you the world’s most expansive educational program in vacuum technology, thin film deposition, and surface engineering.

SVC Education Committee ChairDr. Ludvik Martinu, Polytechnique Montreal, ludvik.martinu@polymtl.ca

The Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention CenterBeneath the signature glass atriums and tropically lush landscaped gardens, three Florida environments are recreat-ed. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds that make the Sunshine State a top conference destination. From the gently rising mists of the Everglades, to the colorful and vibrant island revelry of Key West, to the Spanish-infused, old-world charm of St. Augustine, our TechCon attendees will have the opportunity to delight in Florida’s natural beauty all in one place.

The 5-1/2 acres under glass of the Gaylord Palms Convention Center offers an ideal environment for our conference, exhibition and signature networking events that are SVC trademarks.

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The Gaylord Palms is conveniently located to Orlando International Airport and world renowned attractions.

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Reach a Global AudienceThe SVC TechCon is an international conference, attracting industry professionals, engineers, academics and scientists from around the world. In 2017, nearly 20% of all TechCon attendees traveled from outside the United States.

Who Attends the SVC TechCon? Data Source: 2017 SVC Online Registration System

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36% of all visitors to the TechCon were “first timers” which highlights the dynamic nature of the technology and markets that the SVC reaches; representing a wonderful opportunity for our Exhibitors to make new contacts and meet new prospective customers. The SVC is truly international in scope as the 2017 TechCon drew in visitors from 35 countries.

A&N CorporationAdvanced Energy Industries, Inc.Advanced Nano Products Co., LtdAgilent TechnologiesAlicat Scientific, Inc.AMETEKAnderson Dahlen – Applied Vacuum

DivisionAngstrom Sciences, Inc.AVACO, Inc.Axetris AGBOBSTBrooks Automation, Inc.Buhler, Inc.Burkert Fluid Control SystemsCCR Technology GmbHCoastal Instruments, Inc.Comet Technologies USA, Inc.COSMOTEC, Inc.D&W Tool Inc.Dalian King Choice Non-Ferrous

Metals Products Co., Ltd.Dark Field Technologies, Inc.Denton Vacuum, LLCDHF Technical ProductsDuniway Stockroom Corporation

DynavacEAG LaboratoriesEB Sources, Inc.EBARA Technologies, Inc.EbatcoEdwards VacuumFerrotec (USA) CorporationFHR Anlagenbau GmbHFilmetrics, Inc.Fil-Tech, Inc.Fischer Technology, Inc.Fraunhofer FEPFraunhofer ISTFraunhofer USA-CCDGannon & ScottGencoa Ltd.Geowell Vacuum Co., Ltd.GfE Metalle und Materialien GmbHGlines and Rhodes Inc.GNB CorporationGrenzebach Maschinenbau GmbHHHV Ltd.Hine Automation LLCHORIBA InstrumentsHORIBA ScientificHVA, LLC

IHI Hauzer Techno Coating B.V.IHI Ionbond, Inc.Impedans Ltd.Indium CorporationINFICONInland Vacuum Industries, Inc.InstruTechIntellivation, LLCIntlvac Thin FilmIZOVACJ. Schneider Elektrotechnik GmbHJ.A. Woollam Co.Jiangyin Entret Coating Technology

Co., LtdKaufman & Robinson, Inc.KDFKolzerKorea Vac-Tec Co., Ltd.Kurdex CorporationKurt J. Lesker CompanyLDS Vacuum Products, Inc.Leybold USA Inc.LindeManitou Systems Inc.Material Sampling TechnologiesMaterials Science International, Inc.

Materials Science, Inc.Materion CorporationMBraun, Inc.McVac Manufacturing Co., Inc.MDC Vacuum Products, LLCMeivac IncMeyer Burger (Germany) AGMidwest Tungsten Service, Inc.Mitsui Mining & Smelting Co., Ltd.MKS Instruments, Inc.MPF Products, Inc.Mustang Vacuum Systems, LLCNEYCONiles Electronics, Inc.Nor-Cal Products, Inc.Nordmeccanica NA Ltd - Vacuum

DivisionOsaka Vacuum USA, Inc.Pfeiffer VacuumPHPK TechnologiesPhytron, Inc.Plansee USA, LLCPlasma Process GroupPLASUS GmbHPrecision Plus Vacuum Parts Inc.Process Materials, Inc.

Protec Surface TechnologiesProTech Materials, Inc.PVD Products, Inc.QEI CorporationR.D. Mathis CompanyReliable CorporationRF VII, Inc.Rigaku Vacuum ProductsrobekoRocky Brook Associates, Inc.SAFINA Materials, Inc.SAIERMSatisloh North America, Inc.SCI Engineered Materials, Inc.Semicore Equipment, Inc.Sidrabe, Inc.Sierra Applied Sciences, Inc.Solayer GmbHSoleras Advanced CoatingsSpellman High VoltageSputtering Components, Inc.Super Conductor Materials, Inc.Surface Engineering Group, Inc.SVC FoundationSynSysCoTanury Industries

TDK - Lambda Americas High Power Div.

tec5USA, IncTelemarkTestbourne Ltd.The DigiVac CompanyThermal Conductive Bonding, Inc.Tieway Technology (Zhongshan) Inc.Trillium US, Inc.TRUMPF Huettinger, Inc.Ulvac Technologies, Inc.Umicore Thin Film ProductsUV Tech Material Ltd.V&D New Materials (Jiangsu) Co. LTDVacuum Depositing, Inc.Vacuum Plus Manufacturing, Inc.Vacuum Process Technology LLCVacuum Research CorporationVapor Technologies, Inc.VAT, Inc.Veeco Instruments, Inc.Vergason Technology, Inc.VON ARDENNE GmbHWenling Aitcool Equipment Co., LtdWTHEISS Hardware and SoftwareYeagle Technology, Inc.

2018 SVC TechCon Exhibit Administrator: Jacque Matanis, jacque.matanis@svc.org, 505-897-77432018 SVC TechCon Exhibit Committee Co-Chairs:

Jason Hrebik, Kurt J. Lesker Company, jasonh@lesker.comSteve Simons, Manitou Systems Inc., ssimons@manitousys.com

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