Thank you to all the attendees and speakers of the 2024 PFAS Implications for the Flow Control Industry Conference and Member Exclusive Workshop.
Dates: November 12-13, 2024
The Westin Alexandria Old Town, Alexandria, VA
Join us to explore and better understand PFAS ban implications to your company and the industry
VMA, along with partners in the flow control industry The Hydraulic Institute and the Fluid Sealing Association, are proud to offer this conference and workshop on the most significant challenge to materials and products used in 20+ years.
The current focus on banning all PFAS raises a significant threat to our industry, as many components and other parts rely on this substance to protect health, the environment and meet regulatory requirements. This conference will provide
an overview of the global, federal and state PFAS activities to date and further discuss potential implications. Additionally, topics such as research into replacements, testing, legal and liability, current compliance requirements, and more will
also be discussed.
Attendees will leave with a better understanding of the PFAS discussion, where PFAS is used by our industry and its benefits, activities and approaches your company can consider now in order to help prepare for
compliance requirements, manufacturing impacts, supply chain disruptions and customer questions. Attendees will also leave with an increased understanding of testing data and approaches, legal implications, and more.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone who is responsible for managing or understanding the implications of PFAS on the industry and their company should attend. This could include professionals from EHS, purchasing, technical, marketing & sales, quality,
or other similar areas.
The conference is open to both members and nonmembers.
Schedule at a glance
Tuesday, November 12: PFAS Implications for the Flow Control Industry Conference
- 7:30 a.m.: Registration & Refreshments
- 8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.: Program
- 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.: Lunch
- 1:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.: Program
- 5:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.: Reception
Wednesday, November 13 – VMA/VRC/HI/FSA Member Exclusive Workshop (Members’ Only)
- 8:00 a.m.: Breakfast
- 8:30 a.m.: Review of Format & Discussion Topics
- 9:00 a.m.: Round One Discussion Groups
- 10:00 a.m.: Break
- 10:15 a.m.: Round Two Discussion Groups
- 11:15 a.m.: Break
- 11:30 a.m.: Report Outs from Discussion Groups
- 12:00 p.m.: Workshop Concludes
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SPEAKERS & PANELISTS HEADSHOTS AND BIOS
Speakers & Panelists
- Zach Schafer, Senior Advisor, Office of Water, United States Environmental Protection Agency
- Cy Genna, Regulatory Advocacy Leader, Chemours Advanced Performance Materials
- Owen Jappen, Director, Chemical Products and Technology, American Chemistry Council
- Cally Edgren, Vice President, Sustainability, Assent Inc.
- Tim Goedeker, Environmental Specialist, Teadit
- Phil Mahoney, Director of Engineering Services for Stationary Equipment, A.W. Chesterton Co.
- Bruce Calder, Vice President, Consulting Services, Claigan Environmental
- Joe Green, Partner, Environmental and Regulatory, Kelley Drye
- Cameron Argetsinger, Shareholder, Anderson Kill
- Chuck Chaitovitz, Vice President, Environmental Affairs and Sustainability, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
- Deepak Kapoor, VP & Managing Director, GFL - Gujarat Fluorochemicals GmbH
- Michael Larrañaga, PhD, PE, CIH, FAIHA, President and Managing Principal, R.E.M. Risk Consultants and Editor-In-Chief for the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene
On November 13, 2024, the exclusive session for members only, will offer opportunities for further discussions with speakers from the previous day, and discussions on how different functional areas within companies are impacted by a potential ban on PFAS.
Registration
Registration, Cancellation, Anti-Trust & Event Policies
Please click here to view VMA's event policies, including the Anti-Trust Policy. Please note all attendees must review
and agree to abide by these policies.
Venue, Travel & Housing
Event Location
The event and all activities take place at the Westin Alexandria Old Town, 400 Courthouse Square, Alexandria, VA, USA, 22314-5700.
Hotel Information
VMA/HI are excited to welcome attendees and exhibitors to the Westin Alexandria Old Town, where the conference takes place. A discounted sleeping room rate has been secured for attendees of the conference. To make reservations at this property, click here.
Location & Airport Information
The Westin Alexandria is best served by Reagan National Airport (DCA), about 15 mins. from the hotel. Baltimore /Washington International Airport (BWI) is approx. 1 hour north via I-95 and the Baltimore/Washington Parkway. Dulles International Airport
(IAD) is an hour to the west via the Dulles Access Rd and I-495. You can also travel via the DC metro system, disembarking at the King St. - Old Town stop on the blue and yellow lines. An additional option for travel is Amtrack, disembarking at the
Alexandria Amtrack/VRE Station (about 5 mins from the hotel) or Union Station in Washington, DC (about 25 mins from the hotel). Cabs, Uber and Lyft operate from all locations, and rental cars are available at the airports. Parking is $40 via Valet
at the Westin Alexandria Old Town.
Alexandria, VA is located 4 miles from Washington, D.C. and is know for its cobblestone streets and red brick sidewalks. Home to specialty shops, boutiques, and museums, many walkable from the Westin
Alexandria Old Town. For more information on the area, please visit the Alexandria Visitors Bureau.
