AMPP Central Conference

Discover new ways to tackle coating and corrosion issues in the Central United States

AMPP Central Conference

Participate in the AMPP Central Conference held in Albuquerque, where coating and corrosion experts from the industry gather to network and discuss topics directly affecting the Central region of the United States.

Take advantage of a one-day rectifier class that teaches students the operation, functions, and basic rectifier troubleshooting steps.

Who will you meet at AMPP Central Conference?

  • 400-500 people from across the Central United States
  • 60% of attendees are AMPP members

Our attendees come from:

  • Department of Transportation
  • Upstream, midstream, and downstream oil and gas facilities
  • Inspection equipment and service providers
  • Coatings manufacturing, equipment, application, and inspection providers
  • Cathodic Protection equipment and service providers
  • Energy providers

Job titles of our attendees include:

  • Business development directors and managers
  • Managers – asset integrity, facility, construction, and sales
  • Engineers – asset, corrosion, reliability, metallurgical, and pipeline integrity
  • Cathodic protection/corrosion technicians
  • Operations directors and managers
  • Coatings applicator or inspector

Final Program

Schedule is subject to change.

Registration

Online registration ends September 10th. Registration will be available on-site from September 11-13.

Full Conference registration to the conference includes access to the exhibit hall, all technical presentations, professional development hours, welcome reception and networking events, and lunch on Tuesday. A copy of approved presentations will be provided to registered attendants.

10% discount available to 10 or more people from the same company. Contact Meghan Leyva to learn more.

Registration Type Member Price Non-Member Price
Regular $400 USD $425 USD Registration available on-site
One Day

$200 USD $225 USD Registration available on-site
Student* Free $20 USD Contact customersupport@ampp.org
Exhibit Hall Only**
Price is per day and for attendees only.
$75 USD $75 USD Registration available on-site

Registration policy

*For student registration, contact customersupport@ampp.org.
**Exhibit hall only registration can be purchased onsite.

Hotel information

The deadline has passed to reserve your room at the conference discounted rate. Please reach out to the hotel directly for availability and to make your reservation.

Sandia Resort & Casino
30 Rainbow Rd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113

Overlooking the majestic Sandia Mountains, just minutes from Albuquerque Sunport, Sandia Resort & Casino welcomes guests to a unique Southwestern setting with outstanding service and modern comforts. Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by our distinctive porte-cochère entry and magnificent grand lobby, which boasts stunning mountain views along with original photographs and artwork that celebrates the region’s rich pueblo heritage.

Discount airfare

AMPP has partnered with United Airlines to offer you a discount on your travel to this event. Click here to read the discount instructions.

Exhibitors

Attendees of the AMPP Central Conference want to learn about the latest products and services in corrosion prevention and mitigation. This gives exhibiting companies the opportunity to showcase how their products and services can be effective in assisting with these concerns.

Exhibit fee includes

  • Tabletop exhibit space* (includes one 6 ft. table and two chairs)
  • 1 full conference registration
    • Additional booth attendants may register for the full conference registration fee of $300
  • 1 tent card displaying your company name
  • Company name listed on floor plan located on conference website

Tabletop rules and regulations will apply for this conference.

Price: $550 USD

Book Your Space View Floorplan Exhibitor Service Kit

For more information, please reach out to Tiffany Krevics.

Sponsorships

Sponsorships provide the opportunity for top companies to stay at the forefront of decision-makers’ and conference attendees’ minds. The AMPP Central Conference assists exhibitors with their brand awareness by offering additional ways to catch attendees’ attention through Sponsorships.

For more information, please reach out to Tiffany Krevics.

Available Sponsorships Thank You To Our Sponsors!

Networking

Visit with friends and industry peers by taking part in our many networking opportunities.

AMPP Central Area Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Golf Tournament

Monday, September 11
Sandia Golf Club
7 a.m. – Registration
8 a.m. – Shotgun Start
1 p.m. – Lunch

Join us at the AMPP Central Area Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Golf Tournament! Secure your team's spot today for just $750 and tee off for a cause. Don't miss out on the opportunity to win amazing prizes - register by September 1 to be part of this unforgettable event!

Purchase tickets | Learn more

For questions, contact Kevin Jones.

Opening Reception in the exhibit hall

Monday, September 11
5 – 7 p.m.

A favorite social event, this year’s Opening Reception features hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and soft drinks. It is a great opportunity to network with attendees. A cash bar will also be available. Join us as we kick off Central Conference!

Monday Night Social Event at Salt Yard West - Cancelled

Monday, September 11
7 – 10 p.m.

This event has been cancelled. Any ticket sales will be fully refunded.

Happy Hour in the exhibit hall

Tuesday, September 12
5 – 6 p.m.

Join us as we close out day two with hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Enjoy this excellent opportunity to network with people in your industry.

Conference committee

Conference Chair: Charlie Poore, MESA
Vice Chair: Dwight Brown, Holly Energy

Technical Chairs: 
Jesse Whitaker, Whiptail Midstream
Jordan Groody, Bass Engineering
Dean Ford, JTC Coatings
Kevin Jones, MESA

Exhibit/Sponsorship Chairs: 
Jack Ledbetter, Chenault Consulting Inc.
David Bounds, Hilcorp

September 11-13
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Rectifier training

Interested in learning the operation, functions, and basic troubleshooting steps for rectifiers.
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Schedule

Exhibitor Move-in:
Monday, September 11
12 - 5 p.m.

Show Hours:
Monday, September 11
5 - 7 p.m.
Tuesday, September 12
8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wednesday, September 13
8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Exhibitor Move-out:
Wednesday, September 13
12 - 2 p.m.


Promote Your Participation

Basic Cathodic Protection Rectifier Training

September 11, 2023
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
$225 per person (limited spots available)

This class will teach students the operation, functions, and basic troubleshooting steps for rectifiers. It will involve lectures as well as hands-on troubleshooting.

Register

Presenter: Don Olson - Mobiltex Data Inc.

A long-standing member of AMPP (formerly NACE), Don has been providing training to the industry for 35+ years and has taught thousands of CP professionals.

Don offers rectifier training classes to not only enhance the general knowledge of Cathodic Protection rectifiers but also to aid in selecting the best type of rectifier for the specific application. Classes include discussions on Cathodic Protection fundamentals, general safety practices, design considerations, rectifier types, applications and selection, basic rectifier theory, installation, and maintenance considerations, troubleshooting, and repair, etc. In addition to the theory portion of the class, students can also expect to receive direct hands-on troubleshooting training on rectifier units.

A Certificate of Completion will be presented to attendees after the class. Please note this is not an AMPP course and certificates will be provided by the instructor.

Students are encouraged to bring and use their multimeters for the hands-on troubleshooting part of the class.

Exhibitor Payment & Cancellation Policy: Payment is due at the time of contract submission. If you request to be invoiced, payment is due within 30 days of invoice date. After 30 days of the invoice date, your pre-selected booth space will be forfeited without full payment. You will be required to select another booth space when payment is received. All unpaid booth spaces will remain in "reserved" status until full payment is received. Contracts received less than 30 days prior to event must be paid in full at the time of contract submission.

All requests for cancellation must be submitted in writing. All paid and guaranteed exhibitor booth registrations cancelled in writing at least 30 calendar days or more prior to the start of the event will receive a full refund, less a 10% service fee of the total exhibit space fees; including booth attendant registrations. Paid and guaranteed exhibitor booth registrations cancelled in writing 29 to 15 days prior to the start of the event will receive a refund of 50% of the total exhibit space fees; including booth attendant registrations. No refunds or credit will be issued on cancellation requests received less than 14 days before the event begins. If the conference is cancelled due to Federal, State, or local regulations, exhibitors will receive a full refund.

Standard Registration Policy: Paid registrations cancelled in writing at least 30 calendar days or more prior to the start of the event will receive a full refund, less a 10% service fee. Paid registrations cancelled in writing 29 to 7 calendar days before the starting date of the event will receive a refund of 50% of the registration fee. No refunds or credit will be issued on cancellation requests received less than 7 calendar days before the event begins. Transfer of registration is permitted one time with an accompanying fee of $100.00 USD. Transfers may not be made less than 7 calendar days before the event begins. This policy supersedes any previously published policy regarding the cancellation process for AMPP Conferences.

All requests for transfer or cancellation must be submitted in writing to customersupport@ampp.org. No refund will be processed if the registrant is a no show.

Right to Deny or Remove: We reserve the right to deny registration or admission to, or remove any party from the Conference, in our sole discretion.