Spring 2023 Research Meetings
May 16-18, 2023
AATCC invites you to participate in the Spring 2023 Research Committee Meetings where industry experts gather to develop test methods; Interest Groups host engaging speakers; and committee members collaborate.
The meetings will be hosted onsite at AATCC Technical Center Headquarters, 1 Davis Drive, RTP, NC 27709 US – with an option to attend remotely. There is no fee to attend, and most meetings are open to all. We invite your input to impact test standards utilized globally.
Pre-register online on or before May 8th. After May 8th, all registrations will be conducted onsite.
REGISTER to attend In-Person REGISTER to attend REMOTELY
*Dial-in information is available upon registration.
Spring 2023 Research Meetings Schedule
Spring 2023 Research Committee Meetings Schedule
Meetings conducted onsite and remotely. All times are Eastern Daylight Time.
* Closed meeting (committee members only)
| Day/Time | Committee | Title | |
| Tuesday, May 16, 2023, | | | |
| Tues. 9:00 - 9:25am | Welcome Reception | | |
| Tues. 9:30 - 10:10am | RA113 | Emerging Issues | |
| Tues. 9:30 - 10:10am | RA32 | Static Electricity | |
| Tues. 9:30 - 10:10am | RA23 | Colorfastness to Water | |
| Tues. 10:15 - 10:55am | RA24 | Fiber Analysis | |
| Tues. 10:15 - 11:40am | RA100 | Global Sustainability | |
| Tues. 11:00 - 11:40am | RA60 | Colorfastness to Washing | |
| Tues. 11:00 - 11:40am | RA112 | Thermal Analysis | |
| Tues. 1:00 - 1:40pm | RA88 | Home Laundering | |
| Tues. 1:00 - 2:25pm | RA31 | Antimicrobial Activity | |
| Tues. 1:00 - 1:40pm | RA103 | Spectroscopic Technologies | |
| Tues. 1:45 - 2:25pm | RA34 | Preparation | |
| Tues. 2:30 - 3:10pm | RA43 | Professional Textile Care | |
| Tues. 3:15 - 5:00pm | C2C IG | Concept-2-Consumer Interest Group | |
| Tues. 5:45 - 8:00pm | *C2 | * Executive Committee on Research | |
| Wednesday, May 17, 2023 | | | |
| Wed. 8:45 - 9:25am | RA63 | Water Resistance | |
| Wed. 8:45 - 9:25am | RA80 | Printing Technology | |
| Wed. 8:45 - 10:10am | RA106 & ASTM D13.65 | UV Protective Textiles/ASTM D13.65 | |
| Wed. 9:30 - 10:10am | RA59 | Fibrous Test Materials | |
| Wed. 10:15 - 10:55am | RA61 | Appearance Retention | |
| Wed. 10:15 - 10:55am | RA36SC | RA36SC Color Mgmt w LED | |
| Wed. 11:00 - 11:40am | RA42 | Dimensional Changes | |
| Wed. 11:00 - 11:40am | RA49 | Insect Resistance | |
| Wed. 11:00 -11:40am | RA36 | Color Measurement | |
| Wed. 1:00 - 1:40pm | RA114 | Moisture Managment | |
| Wed. 1:00 - 1:40pm | RA36SC | Colorfastness to Atmospheric Contaminants | |
| Wed. 1:00 - 1:40pm | RA56 | Stain Resistance | |
| Wed. 1:45 - 2:25pm | RA89 | Hand Evaluation | |
| Wed. 1:45 - 2:25pm | RA112 | Thermal Resistance | |
| Wed. 1:45 - 3:10pm | RA87 | Applied Dyeing & Dyes | |
| Wed. 3:15 - 3:55pm | C3 | Annual Meeting/Technical Committee on Research | |
| Wed. 4:00 - 4:15pm | *C2 | *Executive Committee on Research | |
| Thursday, May 18, 2023 | | | |
| Thurs. 9:00 - 12:00pm | C1 | AATCC Board of Directors* | |
AATCC has contracted hotel stay at a discounted rate of US $139 per night at the Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek.
RESERVE HOTEL STAY HERE or contact the hotel by phone, at 1-866-974-9288 and ask for the AATCC GROUP ROOM BLOCK MAY 15-17, 2023. The group code is G-AATC.
Reserve your room by May 1, 2023 to ensure the discounted rate.
ADDITIONAL EVENTS
*Welcome Reception May 16, 9:00 – 9:25 am
If you are new to the AATCC committee meetings – or still have questions – join staff and key officers for an informal overview of what to expect, what to do, and who to ask.
*Lunch at the Technical Center May 16 & 17, 11:40 – 1:00pm
Join attendees as we enjoy lunch from a varied menu selection. A tasty opportunity to engage with colleagues or form new professional contacts.
*Networking Reception May 16, 5:00 – 6:00pm
Don’t miss this evening social session of networking and refreshments. Registration includes one drink ticket. A cash bar is also available. Hotel Hyatt House 10030 Sellona Street, Raleigh, NC
*Technical Committee on Research Meeting May 17, 3:15 – 3:55pm
The Technical Committee on Research (TCR, C3) meeting includes a brief report from each committee and interest group – a great way to catch up on anything you missed.
Guest Presentations
Several committees host industry expert guest speakers. Continue to visit here for unfolding announcements.
