On 17 March 2016, a conference will be given at the MECSPE show in Parma with the title: assembling elements: notes on the multi-functionality of the coating systems of excellence. The conference will be held in English with simultaneous translation and is organized in collaboration with the Dörken Company, a multinational leader in surface treatment of metals. The abstract, the invitation and the speakers can be downloaded from the reserved area of UDIB’s website. The conference is free but by invitation of UDIB. – See more at: http://www.fastener-world.com.tw/new/news_detail.php?id=4565#sthash.yLp8XpBt.dpuf