Technical Program April 27 - April 30
Featuring the very latest industrial and technical advances in Thin Films, Coatings, and Surface Engineering
Plus! Interactive Networking Forums, Discussion Groups and Social Events
Free Conference Admission on April 28th and April 29th
Education Program April 25 - April 30
Problem solving tutorials taught by the world’s leading experts in vacuum technology, thin film science, and surface engineering
Technology Exhibition April 28 -29
Over 125 exhibiting compmanies dedicated to vacuum coating technologies
Plus! Free Exhibition Admission, Exhibit Hall Presentations, and Social Networking Events
Thin Films, Coatings, and Surface Engineering
The 2025 SVC TechCon in Nashville, Tennessee focuses on the essential role that Thin Films, Coatings, and Surface Engineering play in the products and services that drive our daily lives and the impact that Artificial Intelligence has had in our field. The SVC represents the latest technologies, manufacturing methodologies, and business insights, supporting a global group of stakeholders. Highlighted by prominent Keynote presentations and Invited speakers, the TechCon offers an engaging podium for contributed talks & posters as well as roundtable discussions and other interactive features addressing the following themes:
- Advanced Multifunctional Coatings:Integrating Vacuum and Electrochemical Deposition for Sustainable Energy,Surface Protection, and BiomedicalInnovations (Joint Session with The Electrochemical Society - ECS) New
- Advances in Thin Film Sensor Technologies: Materials Design and Applications
- Atomic Layer Processing
- Characterization, Testing and Failure Analysis of Thin Films, Coatings, and Engineered Surfaces New
- Coatings and Processes for Biomedical Applications
- Coatings for Energy Conversion and Related Processes
- Digital Transformation through Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Simulation, and Data Science in the Thin Film Industry
- Electron Beam Processes
- Emerging and Translational Technologies and Applications
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High-Powered Impulse Magnetron Sputtering (HIPIMS)
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Large Area Advanced Packaging and Integrated Photonics New
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Large Area Coatings
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Optical Coatings
- Organic and Perovskite Electronics
- Photonically-induced Transformations of Thin Films and Surfaces New
- Plasma Processing and Diagnostics
- Process Monitoring, Control, and Automation
- Protective, Tribological and Decorative Coatings
- Quantum Computing
- Thin Film Contributions for the Hydrogen Economy
- WebTech Roll-to-Roll Technologies and Innovation
- Exhibitor Innovator Showcase
The SVC TechCon provides the forum where researchers, technologists, innovators, business leaders, decision makers, and newcomers to the field can connect, exchange ideas and gain knowledge. An industry-leading Exhibition, Technical Program, and Education Program complement each other for exceptional attendee value. The Long Beach venue is an industry favorite, offering both professional networking as well as recreational value in a relaxed atmosphere. See you in Long Beach!
Conference Registration Fees
SVC Membership is included with full conference registration. If not attending the conference, renew your membership for 2026 or join SVC on-line.
All paid conference registrations will include one free SVC in-person tutorial at the TechCon and a 30% discount on additional courses.
Attendee Registration (through March 1, 2026/after March 1, 2026)
Type of Registration
Full Conference
Media Personnel
Student Conference
Young Members Conference (35 and younger)
Exhibit Visitor Only
with hotel room at the Hyatt Regency/Hyatt Centric
$995.00/$1,095.00
$0.00/$0.00
$400.00/$500.00
$400.00/$500.00
Free
no hotel room at the Hyatt Regency/Hyatt Centric
$1,613.00/$1,713.00
$0.00/$0.00
$1,018.00/$1,118.00
$1,018.00/$1,118.00
Free
Attendees living within the Long Beach area pay the same rates as those staying at the Hyatt Regency or Hyatt Centric Hotels
Exhibitor Registration (through March 1, 2026/ after March 1, 2026)
Type of Registration
Exhibitor Booth Personnel and Manufacturer's Rep
Exhibitor with Full Conference
with hotel room at the Hyatt Regency/Hyatt Centric
$0.00/$0.00
$995.00/$1,095.00
no hotel room at the Hyatt Regency/Hyatt Centric
$618.00/$618.00
$1,613.00/$1,713.00
Special Events at the TechCon
SVC Foundation Casino Night Fundraiser (Monday evening)
Awards Ceremony (Tues. morning) & Welcome Reception (Tues. evening)
SVC Foundation 5K Fun Run/Walk includes a T-shirt
Farewell Social (Thursday evening)
1 ticket included with full conference registration (additional tickets $75.00)
No fee
$40.00
No fee