Bethesda, MD – The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) announces its Call for Speakers for the ASC Fall 2006 Convention and Exposition in Nashville, October 15-18, 2006. The abstract submission deadline is Friday, June 30, 2006.

Suggested presentation topics include:

Business/Management
Global Markets: Trends & Issues
International Regulations & Issues Update
Best Business Practices: IT & Software Solutions
International Markets: Doing Business in Russia & Eastern Europe
Legal Briefing: Laws Affecting the Industry
E-Commerce: Innovations & Issues

Technical Innovations
Academia Research Update
Waterborne Technologies
Hot Melt Technologies
Sealant Technologies
Environmentally-Preferred Products
Equipment: Testing & Analytical

ASC also seeks presentations on critical issues facing the adhesive and sealant industry and end-user perspectives.

Speaker guidelines and other details are available on the ASC homepage at
www.ascouncil.org. Abstracts must be submitted electronically through the online
abstract submission form at www.ascouncil.org by Friday, June 30, 2006.

About the ASC Fall 2006 Convention
The theme for the Fall Convention is “Rhythms of the Industry: Sounds of Success” and will feature a dynamic two-and-a-half day conference program, networking events, and the industry’s largest exposition of raw materials, equipment and service providers.

About ASC
The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) is the only North American trade associationdedicated to representing the adhesive and sealant industry. Incorporated in 1958, ASC is bound by the collective efforts of its members, and strives to improve the industryoperating environment and strengthen its member companies. Today, ASC members account for more than 75% of the aggregate industry revenues, exceeding some $6 billion annually. The Council is comprised of 125 adhesives and sealants manufacturers, raw material and equipment suppliers, and industry consultants.

For more information about ASC, visit www.ascouncil.org.