NOTE: This is a new date and location as of 9/24/25.

Powder Coating 202 - Powder Coating Done Right: Advanced is a 2-day hands-on advanced workshop that focuses on in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the powder coating process.   All PCI training is conducted by industry experts in an unbiased and commercial-free manner.  

SPACE IS LIMITED! Register early to secure your spot.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Job Shops
• OEMs
• Coating manufacturer and distributor sales representatives
• Quality assurance and control employees
• Coating companies looking to train employees

WHY ATTEND?

• Two days of instruction and hands-on training by qualified industry experts
• Learn the latest technologies
• Provides education and skills needed for career development
• Experience hands-on training in powder application (manual and automatic), maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Take home the Powder Coating Finisher's Handbook (a $120 value)

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Powder coating material selection
• Surface preparation
• Powder application
• Quality control and maintenance
• System operation and maintenance
• Drying and curing
• Booths and recovery systems
• Manual spraying (faraday, electrostatic rejection, cross contamination, effective use of measurement equipment)
• Setting up automated guns, spray multiple parts

PREREQUISITES:
A person with basic knowledge of powder coatings (3 or more years of experience recommended) and/or prior attendance of PCI's Powder Coating 101 workshop.

REGISTRATION FEES:
PCI Members:   $575
Non-Members:  $720

Registration fees include Powder Coating Finisher's Handbook, a printed copy of the presentations, continental breakfast and lunch each day, networking reception, and certificate of completion.

RECOMMENDED HOTELS:
Home2 Suites by Hilton
6720 Telecom Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46278
463-231-8100
* Ask for Gema Rate (Corporate ID# 0003343246)
($139/night - not available on blackout dates & subject to availability)

Courtyard by Marriott
6315 Crawfordsville Rd.
Speedway, IN 46224
317-396-6600
* Ask for Gema Rate (Corporate ID# G93)
($149/night – not available on blackout dates & subject to availability)

Hampton Inn & Suites Speedway
2608 Founders Square Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46224
317-969-8321
* Ask for Gema Rate (Corporate ID# 0003343246)
($159/night – not available on blackout dates & subject to availability)