Upcoming Events
Part of the mission of the DLFA is to pointg our members to upcoming events where thy can gain valuable information, training, and networking opportunities. With the exception of the biannual DLFA meeting, these events are organized by our industry partners. Please use the links provided to register or ask additional questions.
NOTE: Some of the events below are recurring events. Please check the dates carefully before registering.
2026 Events
ASME RTP1 Meeting
October 19-22, 2026
The gathering brings together volunteer committee members, mechanical engineers, FRP (fiberglass-reinforced plastic) fabricators, resin manufacturers, and plant operators in the chemical processing and corrosion-prevention sectors.
DLFA Meeting
Date TBD
The DLFA holds its member meetings twice a year. These gatherings serve as a central technical forum for the industry, featuring standards development & technical discussions, fabrication & welding best practices, materials & chemical resistance research, industry awards, and networking & roundtable discussions.
2027 Events
AMPP Annual Conference + Expo
April 11-15 2027
The materials protection industry’s premier event. Join thousands of corrosion and coatings professionals in Columbus, Ohio, April 11–15, for industry-leading technical expertise, innovative solutions, fresh ideas, and valuable connections from across the industry.
ASME RTP1 Meeting
April 19-22 2027
The gathering brings together volunteer committee members, mechanical engineers, FRP (fiberglass-reinforced plastic) fabricators, resin manufacturers, and plant operators in the chemical processing and corrosion-prevention sectors.
DLFA Meeting
April 21 2027
The DLFA holds its member meetings twice a year. These gatherings serve as a central technical forum for the industry, featuring standards development & technical discussions, fabrication & welding best practices, materials & chemical resistance research, industry awards, and networking & roundtable discussions.
NPE: The Plastics Show
May 3-7, 2027
Join us at NPE: The Plastics Show to discover the innovations shaping the plastics industry. Connect with 51,000+ professionals, explore solutions from 2,200+ exhibitors, and gain the insights you need to stay ahead at NPE2027.
Maverick Plant Engineers Forum
2027 | DATES TBD
For nearly a decade, the Plant Engineers Forum has brought together plant owners, operators, engineers, and suppliers from across the United States and beyond, forming one of the industry’s most respected gatherings focused exclusively on nonmetallic equipment performance.
ASME RTP1 Meeting
October 18-21 2027
The gathering brings together volunteer committee members, mechanical engineers, FRP (fiberglass-reinforced plastic) fabricators, resin manufacturers, and plant operators in the chemical processing and corrosion-prevention sectors.
DLFA Meeting
October 2027
The DLFA holds its member meetings twice a year. These gatherings serve as a central technical forum for the industry, featuring standards development & technical discussions, fabrication & welding best practices, materials & chemical resistance research, industry awards, and networking & roundtable discussions.
2028 Events
ASME RTP1 Meeting
April 17-20 2028
The gathering brings together volunteer committee members, mechanical engineers, FRP (fiberglass-reinforced plastic) fabricators, resin manufacturers, and plant operators in the chemical processing and corrosion-prevention sectors.
DLFA Meeting
April 19 2028
The DLFA holds its member meetings twice a year. These gatherings serve as a central technical forum for the industry, featuring standards development & technical discussions, fabrication & welding best practices, materials & chemical resistance research, industry awards, and networking & roundtable discussions.
ASME RTP1 Meeting
October 16-19 2028
The gathering brings together volunteer committee members, mechanical engineers, FRP (fiberglass-reinforced plastic) fabricators, resin manufacturers, and plant operators in the chemical processing and corrosion-prevention sectors.