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  • About MegaRust 2019
  • Call for Papers
  • Meeting Information
  • Agenda
  • Registration
  • Exhibits
  • Sponsors
  • Live Demos
  • Professional Development
  • ASNE App
  • ASNE Tidewater Dinner
  • MegaRust 2020

 

MegaRust 2019 is scheduled for May 14-16 at the Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel.

 

MegaRust is conducted annually to provide a consolidated focus on Navy corrosion issues. Corrosion is a major factor in the readiness and total ownership cost of naval systems and this conference is intended to provide updated information on programs, policies, standards and Fleet experience related to corrosion and to promote discussion and sharing of information on technologies and strategies for controlling corrosion.

The conference provides an impartial forum for dialogue between government and commercial organizations, and providers of coatings and corrosion control products, processes, technologies and solutions. Participants include representatives from military, industry, and government organizations involved with research and development, design, engineering, construction, maintenance, modernization and operation of naval systems that are potentially affected by corrosion. The conference covers all segments of the naval services including sea, air, Marine Corps, vehicles, and facilities.

 

Call for Papers Status: Closed

MegaRust is conducted annually to provide a consolidated focus on Navy corrosion issues. Corrosion is a major factor in the readiness and total ownership cost of naval systems and this conference is intended to provide updated information on programs, policies, standards and Fleet experience related to corrosion and to promote discussion and sharing of information on technologies and strategies for controlling corrosion.

The conference provides an impartial forum for dialogue between government and commercial organizations, and providers of coatings and corrosion control products, processes, technologies and solutions. Participants include representatives from military, industry, and government organizations involved with research and development, design, engineering, construction, maintenance, modernization and operation of naval systems that are potentially affected by corrosion. The conference covers all segments of the naval services including sea, air, Marine Corps, vehicles, and facilities.

Important Dates

  • DEADLINE Extended to: March 11, 2019 - Abstracts Due
  • March 25,2019 - Authors Notified of Selection
  • April 22, 2019 - Draft Papers/Presentations Due
  • May 3,2019 - Final Papers/Presentations Due

 

Abstract Submission
Submissions of both presentations and technical papers are welcomed. Presentations are sought that will provide participants the latest information and status of corrosion control programs and efforts, implementation of recently approved processes, tools and materials, best practices and lessons learned, and unmet needs looking for near term solutions. The goal is to assist those responsible for corrosion control by providing new, affordable products, processes, and solutions. Desired topics that support this theme include:

  • "Deckplate" Lessons Learned
  • New corrosion control methods
  • Operational Level Issues and Unmet Needs
  • Successful application of new approved products
  • Alternative Approaches to Corrosion Control
  • Corrosion Control Plan for LCS and Other Aluminum Ships
  • Environmentally compliant processes
  • Current projects and future needs for corrosion control on:
    • Surface Ships
    • Aircraft Carriers
    • Submarines
    • Combat Systems & Antennas
    • Facilities & Infrastructure
    • Vehicles and Aviation Ground Support Equipment
    • Aircraft
  • Paint Center of Excellence Projects & Coatings Qualification Process
  • "Deckplate" Quality Assurance – what can be expected from the Sailors
  • Changing Maintenance Plans to utilize new processes and materials
  • Surface Preparation Technology and Techniques
  • Inspection/Prevention Approaches
  • Training Initiatives and Needs
  • Research and Development
  • Emerging Technologies

 

Submission Information
Submit a one to two page abstract as directed below prior to the deadline of March 11, 2019. It should be of sufficient detail to permit evaluation by the Technical Program Committee. Fully developed presentations (technical paper is optional) will be requested if your proposed abstract is selected.

The abstract should include:

  • Proposed Title
  • Author(s)’ name(s) and organization(s)
  • Indicate if it will be just a presentation or if there will also be a formal technical paper for possible publication
  • Problem statement or introduction
  • Outline of the key points to be made
  • Conclusions or recommendations
  • A short bio of the Author(s)

 

Technical papers must include all information outlined above to be considered by the Technical Committee. Failure to include all the requested information by the deadline, may impact paper selection and consideration.

For Primary Point of Contact include: mailing address, phone number, fax number, and e-mail address.

Submit abstracts via the link <abstract submission closed> . For questions, please contact: MegaRust@navalengineers.org.

For additional information and details on paper submission, see the ASNE Technical Papers Guidelines.

Download a copy of the MegaRust 2019 Call for Papers Flyer.

Meeting Information

Hotel
MegaRust 2019 will be held at the Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel at 425 Water Street Portsmouth, VA 23704. A limited number of rooms are available for MegaRust attendees.

Rooms must be secured by April 12th and they are limited so reserve today.
To reserve by phone please call Debra Hill, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and refer to the ASNE MegaRust conference - 757-673-3016

 

 

Alternate Hotel Accommodations
The Quality Inn Olde Towne Portsmouth (7 blocks from the MegaRust venue)
347 Effingham Street
Portsmouth, Virginia 23704
(757) 397-7788

Newly renovated, complimentary full breakfast and overnight parking. $99.00 group rate + taxes and fees.
Parking at Renaissance Portsmouth will be complimentary for attending the conference.

Parking
Parking will be complimentary for all overnight guests and local attendees.

Attire
Attendees: Business Casual / Uniform of the Day
Presenters (Non-military): Business Attire
Presenters (Military): Uniform of the Day

Portsmouth
Planning some downtime while in Portsmouth? Learn about restaurants, shopping, sites, and more at: http://portsvacation.com.

Registration

Registration for MegaRust 2019 is now open.

Register Online

Registration rates are as follows:

  • ASNE Member - Before April 12, 2019: $505
  • ASNE Member - After April 12, 2019: $555
  • Non-Member - Before April 12, 2019: $630
  • Non-Member - After April 12, 2019: $680
  • U.S. Federal Government Employee or Active Duty (non-contractor): $180
  • Accepted Technical Presentation Author - Before April 12, 2019: $180
  • Accepted Technical Presentation Author - After April 12, 2019: $230
Register Online

Exhibits

MegaRust 2019 Exhibit Rates:

  • Standard booth: $2,495
  • Premium booth: $2,795
*All booths are pre-set with a 6' skirted table, two chairs, standard 110V power and carpet; and includes two complimentary full access registrations.

 

 

Interactive Floor Plan | Reserve Booth (login required) | Download Exhibitor Application

*Exhibitor Information/Exhibitor Kit

Sponsors

Gold Sponsor

Exhibit Hall Lunch – Wednesday

$7,500

  • Appropriate marketing and printed materials
  • Interior of onsite program
  • Electronic signage
  • Sponsored function signage (e.g. at lunch, etc.)
  • Various event signage (e.g. banners, sponsor boards, etc.)
  • Symposium website (with link to company website)
  • INCLUDES 3 FULL CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS
  • INCLUDES HALF PAGE AD IN PROGRAM (INTERIOR PAGES)

Gold Sponsor

Exhibit Hall Lunch – Thursday

$7,500

  • Appropriate marketing and printed materials
  • Interior of onsite program
  • Electronic signage
  • Sponsored function signage (e.g. at lunch, etc.)
  • Various event signage (e.g. banners, sponsor boards, etc.)
  • Symposium website (with link to company website)
  • INCLUDES 3 FULL CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS
  • INCLUDES HALF PAGE AD IN PROGRAM (INTERIOR PAGES)

Gold Sponsor

Soft Drinks

$7,500

  • Appropriate marketing and printed materials
  • Interior of onsite program
  • Electronic signage
  • Sponsored function signage (e.g. at lunch, etc.)
  • Various event signage (e.g. banners, sponsor boards, etc.)
  • Symposium website (with link to company website)
  • INCLUDES 3 FULL CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS
  • INCLUDES HALF PAGE AD IN PROGRAM (INTERIOR PAGES)

Gold Sponsor

Bottled Water

$7,500

  • Appropriate marketing and printed materials
  • Interior of onsite program
  • Electronic signage
  • Sponsored function signage (e.g. at lunch, etc.)
  • Various event signage (e.g. banners, sponsor boards, etc.)
  • Symposium website (with link to company website)
  • INCLUDES 3 FULL CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS
  • INCLUDES HALF PAGE AD IN PROGRAM (INTERIOR PAGES)

Silver Sponsor

Continental Networking Breakfast – Wednesday

$6,000

  • Appropriate marketing and printed materials
  • Interior of onsite program
  • Electronic signage
  • Sponsored function signage (e.g. at breakfast, etc.)
  • Various event signage (e.g. banners, sponsor boards, etc.)
  • Symposium website (with link to company website)
  • INCLUDES 2 FULL CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS
  • INCLUDES HALF PAGE AD IN PROGRAM (INTERIOR PAGES)

Silver Sponsor

Continental Networking Breakfast – Thursday

$6,000

  • Appropriate marketing and printed materials
  • Interior of onsite program
  • Electronic signage
  • Sponsored function signage (e.g. at breakfast, etc.)
  • Various event signage (e.g. banners, sponsor boards, etc.)
  • Symposium website (with link to company website)
  • INCLUDES 2 FULL CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS
  • INCLUDES HALF PAGE AD IN PROGRAM (INTERIOR PAGES)

Silver Sponsor

Student/STEM Program

Silver Sponsor

Conference Bags

Silver Sponsor

Conference Lanyards

Bronze Sponsor

Wi-Fi

Bronze Sponsor

Student/STEM Lunch

$3,500

  • Appropriate marketing and printed materials
  • Interior of onsite program
  • Electronic signage
  • Sponsored function signage (e.g. at break, etc.)
  • Various event signage (e.g. banners, sponsor boards, etc.)
  • Symposium website (with link to company website)
  • INCLUDES 1 FULL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

Bronze Sponsor

Morning Coffee Break – Wednesday

Bronze Sponsor

Afternoon Coffee Break – Wednesday

$3,500

  • Appropriate marketing and printed materials
  • Interior of onsite program
  • Electronic signage
  • Sponsored function signage (e.g. at break, etc.)
  • Various event signage (e.g. banners, sponsor boards, etc.)
  • Symposium website (with link to company website)
  • INCLUDES 1 FULL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

Bronze Sponsor

Morning Coffee Break – Thursday

$3,500

  • Appropriate marketing and printed materials
  • Interior of onsite program
  • Electronic signage
  • Sponsored function signage (e.g. at break, etc.)
  • Various event signage (e.g. banners, sponsor boards, etc.)
  • Symposium website (with link to company website)
  • INCLUDES 1 FULL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

Bronze Sponsor

Exhibit Hall Trash Receptacles (6)

Bronze Sponsor

Education Session (Multiple Available)

$3,500

  • Appropriate marketing and printed materials
  • Interior of onsite program
  • Electronic signage
  • Sponsored function signage (e.g. at break, etc.)
  • Various event signage (e.g. banners, sponsor boards, etc.)
  • Symposium website (with link to company website)
  • INCLUDES 1 FULL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

Live Demo Sponsor

Live Demo Sponsor

Media Sponsor

Purchase Sponsorship Online (login required) | Download Sponsor Application

Live Demos

See the equipment and coatings regularly used for shipboard maintenance on U.S. Navy Vessels at the MegaRust live demos, Wednesday, May 15 from 5PM – 6:30PM at Compass Point sponsored by Sunbelt and Sherwin Williams.


 

Company | Booth Assignments
Atlantic Design - Booth 7
Atmospheric Plasma Solutions (APS) - Booth 4
Blast One - Booth 5
Dex-O-Tex Marine - Booth 12
Haviland - Booth 8
NCP Coatings Inc. - Booth 11
Norton Sandblasting - Booth 6
NRL - Booth 10
PPG - Booth 1
Randolph - Booth 3
Sherwin Williams - Booth 9
Sulzer Mix-Pac - Booth 2

Professional Development Course - Fundamentals of Welding Engineering

Date: May 16, 2019
Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Dr. Daniel Foster
Location: Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel
Enrollment Fee: Member $150, Non-Member $200

Navy Vessels are enormous structures that house large complex weapons, propulsion systems, and personnel dedicated to the defense of our nation. Due to their extensive size, welding is a critical process in the production of these massive structures. Properly engineering welds is an interdisciplinary process that must incorporate many different engineering disciplines. Knowledge of chemistry, material science, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, kinetics, heat transfer, and mechanics, along with their interaction, are all critical in order to have a complete understanding of the materials joining process. This knowledge then must be integrated into welding design, materials selection, welding processing, and testing plans to ensure the implemented welds perform to their desired specification. Welding engineering is often underutilized during ship construction, leading to inefficiencies and production errors. Increased utilization of welding engineering can increase productivity, reduce bottle necks, and prevent the welding failures that drive up shipbuilding costs.

For more information and how to register visit: http://www.navalengineers.org/Education/Fundamentals-of-Welding-Engineering

ASNE App

Stay up to date with the latest agenda changes and other updates by downloading the ASNE app. To download the event app, please search on "ASNE" in the iOS App Store or Google Play, or visit https://attendify.com/app/e4ej8x/. With the app installed, you can then opt to "Join" the MegaRust event (or peruse other upcoming ASNE symposia). There is no cost for the ASNE app, but users are prompted to create a username and password, separate from that which you use on the ASNE website.

ASNE Tidewater Dinner Meeting at MegaRust

Date: May 15, 2019
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel (MegaRust venue)

Dinner price for this event will be $35 for all. RSVPs will be required no later than May 8, 2019.

The Guest Speaker for May will be RADM Mark Whitney, USN, Director Fleet Maintenance and held in connection with MegaRust 2019.

For more information and how to register visit: https://asne-tw.org/event-3209058

MegaRust 2020

Save the date: MegaRust 2020 will be held May 19-21, 2020 in San Diego.