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International Thermal Spray Association
THE INTERNATIONAL THERMAL SPRAY ASSOCIATION
THE INTERNATIONAL THERMAL SPRAY ASSOCIATION
Standing Committee of the American Welding Society
ITSA is a professional industrial association dedicated to expanding the use of thermal spray technologies for the benefit of industry and society.
The association is closely interwoven with the history of thermal spray development. Founded in 1948 as “Metallizing Service Contractors,” the International Thermal Spray Association has been closely tied to virtually all major advances in thermal spray technology, equipment and materials, industry events, education, standards, and market development in North and South America.
Membership Benefits
Annual ITSA Membership Meeting
Participate in the yearly gathering, a hub for networking and industry insights.
ITSA Company Network
Access a comprehensive list of ITSA companies involved in thermal spray, facilitating industry connections.
Networking Opportunities
Network with industry experts, opening doors to collaboration and knowledge exchange.
SPRAYTIME
Receive both hardcopy and electronic versions of our quarterly periodical for the thermal spray community - SPRAYTIME.
SPRAYTIME® Company Listing
Get your company featured in the centerfold of SPRAYTIME.
Advertisement Discount
Enjoy a 10% discount on advertisements in SPRAYTIME, offering cost-effective marketing opportunities.
Publication Discount
Take advantage of a 25% discount on AWS thermal spray publications on pubs.aws.org, a valuable resource for industry knowledge.
ITSA Website Listing
Enhance your online presence with a listing on the ITSA website.
HOW TO JOIN
HOW TO JOIN
JOIN ITSA
- Complete the fillable PDF application form here.
- Submit the completed application with the membership fee and AWS Corporate Membership cost.
Note: A minimum AWS Supporting Company Membership is required. - You can send a check or money order by mail or include your credit card information on the application for direct processing.
- You will receive a notification about your application status within 2 weeks of submission.
SPRAYTIME
SPRAYTIME
® is the leading periodical for the thermal spray community. It offers timely updates on events, research, products, and membership news to industry leaders, engineers, researchers, and policymakers.
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Thermal Spray Publications
Thermal Spray Publications
The C2 Committee on Thermal Spraying is responsible for creating and maintaining standards specific to thermal spray coatings, including processes, equipment, feedstock, operator qualification, and related activities. The committee develops, revises, and maintains AWS standards on all aspects of thermal spray including design, manufacture, inspection, and test methods. It is also the mission of the C2 Committee to standardize thermal spray symbols and definitions.
ITSA SCHOLARSHIP
ITSA SCHOLARSHIP
The ITSA Scholarship Program, fostering growth in the thermal spray community since 1991, invites applications for scholarships worth $2,000 each. Open to postgraduate students in thermal spray processes at U.S. universities; the program emphasizes academic and industrial recommendations, financial needs, and a commitment to a thermal spray career.
Please submit your application by August 30th, 2025.