If you work in the surface coating, metal finishing or heat treatment industries, the 2026 Surface Engineering Association Industry Conference is the event for you. Featuring presentations and table-top exhibits from some of the leading and best-respected names in the industry, the conference will be held on Thursday, 15th October 2026 at Chesford Grange, Chesford, CV8 2LD.

The SEA represents the entire surface engineering and finishing sector, working with members who provide valuable services to this key sector. Because your SEA executive team works closely with parliament and is represented on key committees and working groups in the UK and EU, involved in the issues that affect our industry such as legislation, standards and codes of practice, we are well placed to ensure that our views and those of our members are heard at the right level. New or amended legislation on such matters as health and safety or environmental issues can have a major impact on our industry. By being ‘on the inside’ we are the first to know of the changes that will affect us all. Our close involvement with relevant bodies in the UK and EU enables us to keep our members informed. Find out more about membership today. If you are interested in any of the following topics, please contact us. 1. Membership 2. Information on a particular finish and/or referral to a member company 3. SEA CTAC Group (Formed to apply for authorisation for the continued use of chromium trioxide under UK REACH legislation) 4. BSTSA (British Surface Treatment Suppliers Association) 5. SELF (Surface Engineering Leadership Forum) 6. Focus Net Zero 7. Energy Bill Relief Scheme 8. Surface Matters newsletter (join the mailing list) 9. Webinars 10. 2026 Surface Engineering Association Industry Conference (join the mailing list for event information/offering a presentation/exhibiting, and/or sponsorship) 11. 2027 Surface Engineering Association Awards

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