The PVC Formulation North America conference returns for its ninth edition on February 24–25, 2027, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The event will be held at the Hilton Charlotte University Place.
Event Overview
Organized by Applied Market Information (AMI), this conference is a dedicated meeting place for the North American PVC value chain. It brings together compounders, formulators, additive suppliers, and product manufacturers to discuss the latest market trends, technological developments, and sustainability initiatives shaping the PVC industry. The PVC landscape is evolving to meet higher performance standards and new legislative demands, making this gathering a key opportunity for industry members to align on innovations driving sustainable progress.
Who Should Attend
The event is designed for professionals across the entire PVC supply chain, including:
- PVC compounders and formulators
- Manufacturers of PVC products
- Suppliers of additives, resins, and raw materials
- R&D and quality control specialists
- Industry analysts and consultants
- Environmental and sustainability experts
Core Themes and Agenda
The two-day agenda covers a wide range of additive technologies and industry challenges, including:
- Additive Technologies: Plasticizers, stabilizers, lubricants, impact modifiers, functional fillers, pigments, blowing agents, and antimicrobials
- Sustainability & Regulation: Recycling initiatives, biobased additives, reducing volatile components, and the push for a circular economy
- Market & Business Trends: Market dynamics, plant design and safety, and the role of digital tools and AI in PVC formulation and production
Past and Future Editions
The 2026 edition of the conference took place in Cleveland, Ohio, on February 11–12. Based on the annual cycle of the event, the 2027 edition is a confirmed return to the North American conference calendar.