FAQs

What is the NASCC?
Who attends the NASCC?
What will I learn at the NASCC?
Who are the speakers?
What will I find in the Exhibit Hall?
What are the Exhibit Hall hours?
What is the Stability Conference?
What should I wear to the NASCC?
What are the important deadlines?
When do I need to book my hotel room?
Why should I book a room in the NASCC Housing Block?
Is the show open to the public?
Are children allowed on the NASCC Show Floor?
What is the address and phone number of the Convention Center?
Where can I get a map and driving directions to the Convention Center?
How do I register for the Conference?
How do I know if I have already registered?
How many CEUs will I earn for attending this Conference?
I have a question about my registration; who should I contact?
What is the breakdown of attendees to The NASCC show each year?
I'm interested in being a sponsor. Are there still sponsorships available?
When does pre-registration end?
When will I receive my name badge?
If I miss the advance deadline for registration, may I still attend the show?
I would like to bring a spouse to the Conference Dinner. Are guests welcome?
Are guests welcome to attend the sessions?
What activities are planned for spouses/guests?
What are the hours of the registration desk on-site?
My company is interested in exhibiting. How can I find out more information?
How do I get to my hotel from the airport?
Will the papers be available on-line?
Will there be shuttles available to bring me to the Convention Center?
What other meetings does AISC plan throughout the year?
Where will the NASCC be held in the future?

 

Q. What is the NASCC?

A. The North American Steel Construction Conference is a premier education event aimed at providing structural engineers, steel fabricators, erectors, and detailers with practical information and the latest design and construction techniques. In addition, the Steel Conference offers an extensive trade show, featuring products and services ranging from fabrication machinery, galvanizing, and connection products to detailing and engineering software. It’s a once-a-year opportunity to learn the latest techniques, see the most innovative products, and network with your peers and clients.

Q. Who attends the NASCC?

A. More than 2,300 structural engineers, steel fabricators, erectors, detailers, educators, and others involved in the design and construction of fabricated steel attend the conference each year. In addition to conference seminars, attendees have many networking opportunities, including the annual Fabricator Workshops, where fabricators can exchange ideas in a non-competitive environment.

Q. What will I learn at the NASCC?

A. More than 60 technical sessions offer a variety of educational opportunities. Learn about topics ranging from improving detailing business practices to innovative steel design systems to practical information on serviceability design considerations. Some sessions focus on technical engineering issues (such as HSS Connection Design after 2005), while others focus on fabrication (Economics and Practicality of Bar-Coding), erection (Erection Crisis Management), or detailing (Detailing Considerations for Erection). New this year, a special seismic track focuses on earthquake engineering. The conference offers pre- and post-conference short courses on interoperability, beam bracing, contract termination, and AISC’s new Steel Construction Manual. A pre-conference symposium on “PurgingExtras” will also be offered.

Q. Who are the speakers?

A. The NASCC speakers are selected both for their expertise on the subject matter and the quality of their presentations. The Steel Conference features such industry notables as Duane Miller, Larry Kloiber, Larry Griffis, Jon Magnusson, Kirk Harman, and many others!

Q. What will I find in the Exhibit Hall?

A. The 65,000+ sq. ft exhibit hall features more than 120 exhibitors demonstrating the latest products. You’ll find fabrication equipment, detailing software, connection products, safety equipment, engineering software and coatings. Equipment manufacturers typically provide full demonstrations of their equipment—steel beams are cut, punched, and drilled right on the exhibit-hall floor!

Q. What are the Exhibit Hall hours?

A. Wednesday, February 8, 2006: 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Welcome Reception in exhibit hall from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
    Thursday, February 9, 2006:  9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
    Friday, Februrary 10, 2006: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Q. What is the Stability Conference?

A. Since 2001, the Structural Stability Research Council has conducted its annual Stability Conference as part of the NASCC. These presentations include papers from the leading steel researchers on such topics as “seismic induced frame instability” and “lateral torsional buckling.” In addition, the Stability Conference includes the 2006 Beedle Award Paper Presentation. Registration for the NASCC includes the stability conference (there is an additional charge for the SSRC Proceedings).

Q. What should I wear to the NASCC?

A. Business casual attire is recommended for the conference. Cowboy hats and boots welcome!

Q. What are the important deadlines?

A. Hotel reservation cut off date is Friday, January 13, 2006.
    Registration deadline for registrations submitted via mail or fax is January 23, 2006. 
    Registration deadline for registrations submitted online is February 3, 2006.
    Register by either of these dates and get the pre-registration discount!
    Exhibitors: please refer to your Exhibitors Service Kit for ordering and shipping deadlines.

Q. When do I need to book my hotel room?

A. All hotel rooms must be booked by the cut off date of Friday, January 13, 2006

Q. Why should I book a room in the NASCC Housing Block?

A.AISC selects Conference hotels based on proximity and convenience to the Convention Center, as well as the best value for the attendees. The more rooms we confirm in official hotels the longer we can keep registration costs at their current low prices. Exhibiting companies receive priority points for booking before the cut-off date at one of the official NASCC hotels. One complimentary stay, for 4 nights room and tax, will be given away  in San Antonio, TX for the 2006 NASCC Conference. The winner will be drawn from the pool of those who reserve a room through the housing bureau.

Q. Is the show open to the public?

A. Although the show is tailored for structural engineers, steel fabricators, erectors, detailers, architects and educators; anyone is welcome to attend the show. All attendees must be registered in order to enter any of the sessions or gain access to the exhibit floor.

Q. Are children allowed on the NASCC Show Floor?

A. Children 12 and under are not permitted on the Exhibit Hall Floor for safety reasons; however, they are
    welcome to purchase a ticket and attend the Conference Dinner.

Q. What is the contact information for the Convention Center?

A. Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
    200 East Market Street
    San Antonio, Texas 78205
    Phone: 210.207.8500
    Fax: 210.223.1495
    www.sanantonio.gov/convfac

Q. Where can I get a map and driving directions to the Convention Center?

A. This information is provided on the convention center's website.

Q. How do I register for the Conference?

A. There are four ways to register; online, fax, mail or onsite.

Q. How do I know if I have already registered?

A.Once you register, you will receive a Web ID number printed at the top of your registration confirmation. This number can be entered online to update your registration or confirm any details. If you have misplaced this number, please contact 972.349.5930 or 800.830.5812 (toll free), or email steel@wyndhamjade.com.

Q. How many CEUs will I earn for attending this Conference?

A. Each technical session and tutorial segment (90 minutes) provides 0.15 CEU'-s, short courses provide 0.40 CEU'-s and keynote sessions provide 0.10 CEU'-s. 0.1 CEU is the equivalent of 1 PDH.

Q. I have a question about my registration; who should I contact?

A. For questions about registration, call 972.349.5930 or 800.830.5812 (toll free), or e-mail steel@wyndhamjade.com.

Q. What is the breakdown of attendees to The NASCC show each year?

A. Approximately 1/3 of the attendees are fabricators, 1/3 are engineers, and the remaining 1/3 is a combination of Detailers, Erectors, Educators and others involved in the design and construction of fabricated steel attend the conference each year

Q. I’m interested in being a sponsor. Are there still sponsorships available?

A. Please contact Katey Lenihan, Director of Meetings & Conferences to discuss sponsorship availability.

Q. When does pre-registration end?

A. Pre-registration prices end on January 23, 2006 for mailed or faxed registrations and February 3, 2006 for online registrations. After this date registrations will only be taken onsite.

Q. When will I receive my name badge?

A. You will receive your name badge upon checking in at the registration desk at the NASCC.

Q. If I miss the advance deadline for registration, may I still attend the show?

A. Yes, you may register and submit payment onsite at the conference. However, on-site registrations do not receive the pre-registration discount.

Q. I would like to bring a spouse to the Conference Dinner. Are guests welcome?

A. Welcomed and encouraged! Attendees and guests may purchase Conference Dinner $48. You may submit this information upon pre-registration or add an additional guest onsite.

Q. Are guests welcome to attend the sessions?

A. Guests can register for the conference for a $30 fee this also entitles them to visit the exhibit hall and attend only the Keynote Sessions (including Gene Krantz!). However, guest registration does not include the technical sessions. 

Q. What activities are planned for spouses/guests?

A. There will be three organized activities/tours arranged for guests. Please refer to the tours area of the website for further information.

Q. What are the hours of the registration desk on-site?

A. Tuesday, February 7, 2006: 7:00AM-5:00PM
    Wednesday, February 8, 2006: 7:00AM-8:15 PM
    Thursday, February 9, 2006: 7:00AM-6:00PM
    Friday, February 10, 2006: 7:00AM-5:00PM

Q. My company is interested in exhibiting. How can I find out more information?

A. Please contact Renae Gurthet for information on becoming and exhibitor.

Q. How do I get to my hotel from the airport?

A.All of the hotels in the NASCC block have shuttle service that runs frequently to and from the San Antonio International Airport. Taxis and rental car counters are also plentiful and easy to locate. For further information, we recommend phoning your hotel concierge directly.

Q. Will the papers be available on-line?

A. NASCC Proceedings are included with all registration types, and will be in your welcome bag upon arrival to the registration desk on-site. This CD features all of the papers submitted to AISC prior to deadline. Additional copies of the Proceedings CD will be available through ePubs after the conference. SSRC Proceedings are available for purchase pre-registration only – cost is $25 each.

Q. Will there be shuttles available to bring me to the Convention Center?

A. All hotels are within walking distance of the Convention Center. If you need special assistance please contact AISC or talk to the hotel concierge for further information.

Q. What other meetings does AISC plan throughout the year?

A. AISC hosts one addtional major meeting per year; the Annual Meeting (for AISC members only). There are also many seminars hosted for continuing education through AISC. Please consult the AISC website's calendar area for updated information.

Q. Where will the NASCC be held in the future?

A. April 18-21, 2007 - New Orleans, Louisiana
    April 2-5, 2008 - Nashville, Tennessee
    April 1-4, 2009 - Phoenix, Arizona
    April 21-24, 2010 - Orlando, Florida
    April 18-21, 2012 - Grapevine, Texas (adjacent to Dallas/Ft.Worth)