{"id":432,"date":"2025-06-27T18:53:07","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T18:53:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.asminternational.org\/tss-new\/networking\/"},"modified":"2026-03-17T11:51:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T15:51:08","slug":"membership-networking","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.asminternational.org\/tss\/membership-networking\/","title":{"rendered":"Membership &amp; Networking"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"elementor elementor-30\" data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"30\"><h1>Join the Global Thermal Spray Community<\/h1><p>The <strong>ASM Thermal Spray Society (TSS)<\/strong> brings together the world\u2019s leading experts in thermal spray technology, including researchers, engineers, industry innovators, and application specialists.<\/p><p>With a global network of <strong>1,000+ professionals<\/strong>, TSS is where the thermal spray community connects to share knowledge, advance technology, and shape the future of the industry.<\/p><p>When you join TSS, you gain direct access to the people, insights, and technical resources driving progress across thermal spray applications in aerospace, energy, manufacturing, and advanced materials.<\/p><\/div>\n\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3><h3>TSS at Glance:<\/h3><ul><li>1,000+ thermal spray professionals worldwide<\/li><li>Experts from industry, research laboratories, and universities<\/li><li>Active partner in the International Thermal Spray Conference (ITSC)<\/li><li>A global network advancing coatings, surface engineering, and thermal spray technologies<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><h3>\u00a0<\/h3><h3>Why Join TSS?<\/h3><p>TSS membership helps you:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Stay at the forefront of thermal spray technology<\/strong> with access to specialized publications, technical resources, and industry developments<\/li><li><strong>Connect with leading experts and peers<\/strong> across academia, research institutions, and industry<\/li><li><strong>Participate in world-class events<\/strong> such as the International Thermal Spray Conference (ITSC)<\/li><li><strong>Engage with technical leaders<\/strong> shaping the future of coatings, surface engineering, and advanced materials<\/li><li><strong>Grow your professional network<\/strong> within a global community focused on innovation and collaboration<\/li><\/ul><p>Whether you are developing new coatings, applying thermal spray solutions in industry, or advancing research in surface engineering, <strong>TSS connects you to the knowledge and community that moves the field forward.<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3><h3>As a TSS member, you gain access to:<\/h3><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asminternational.org\/tss-new\/technical-resources\/asm-handbook-volume-5a-thermal-spray-technology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASM Handbook, Volume 5A: Thermal Spray Technology<\/a> (online access)<\/li><li><a 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engineering, or advanced materials applications.<\/p><p><strong>Researchers and scientists<\/strong><br \/>Developing new materials, processes, or performance improvements in thermal spray technologies.<\/p><p><strong>Industry professionals and manufacturers<\/strong><br \/>Applying thermal spray solutions in aerospace, energy, automotive, biomedical, and industrial applications.<\/p><p><strong>Students and early career professionals<\/strong><br \/>Exploring career opportunities in coatings, surface engineering, and advanced manufacturing.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asminternational.org\/tss-new\/membership-networking\/student-emerging-professionals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more<\/a> about our Student and Emerging Professional Initiative.\u00a0<\/p><p>If your work involves <strong>thermal spray technology, coatings, or surface engineering<\/strong>, TSS connects you with the global community advancing the field.<\/p>\n\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2><h2><strong>Join or Renew Today<\/strong><\/h2><p>Become part of the global network advancing thermal spray technology.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asminternational.org\/membership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Join or renew<\/a> <strong>your TSS membership today.<\/strong><\/p><p>Already a member? Log in to your account to renew or update your membership.<\/p>\n\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3><h3>Important Membership Information<\/h3><p>TSS is an <strong>Affiliate Society of ASM International<\/strong>, which means TSS members must also hold an active ASM membership.<\/p><p>To join TSS:<\/p><ol><li>Select your <strong>ASM membership type<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Choose <strong>Thermal Spray Society (TSS)<\/strong> as your affiliate membership.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2><h3>Need Help Joining?<\/h3><p>If you experience difficulty completing the online application, you may download and submit the <a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/fonteva-customer-media\/00D46000000ZbXIEA0\/bbwhMeFO_2023_Member_Enrollment_Form_pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hard copy membership form<\/a>.<\/p><p>Please email or mail the completed form to the ASM Member Service Center:<\/p><p><strong>Email:<\/strong> memberservicecenter@asminternational.org<br \/><strong>Mail:<\/strong><br \/>ASM Member Service Center<br \/>9639 Kinsman Road<br \/>Materials Park, OH 44073 USA<\/p>\n\nJoin Now\n\nMember Benefits\n\nConnect with TSS\n\nStudent &amp; EP Initiative","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":71671,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":6,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-432","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"bricks_content":"<div class=\"elementor elementor-30\" data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"30\"><h1>Join the Global Thermal Spray Community<\/h1><p>The <strong>ASM Thermal Spray Society (TSS)<\/strong> brings together the world\u2019s leading experts in thermal spray technology, including researchers, engineers, industry innovators, and application specialists.<\/p><p>With a global network of <strong>1,000+ professionals<\/strong>, TSS is where the thermal spray community connects to share knowledge, advance 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industry<\/li><li><strong>Participate in world-class events<\/strong> such as the International Thermal Spray Conference (ITSC)<\/li><li><strong>Engage with technical leaders<\/strong> shaping the future of coatings, surface engineering, and advanced materials<\/li><li><strong>Grow your professional network<\/strong> within a global community focused on innovation and collaboration<\/li><\/ul><p>Whether you are developing new coatings, applying thermal spray solutions in industry, or advancing research in surface engineering, <strong>TSS connects you to the knowledge and community that moves the field forward.<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3><h3>As a TSS member, you gain access to:<\/h3><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asminternational.org\/tss-new\/technical-resources\/asm-handbook-volume-5a-thermal-spray-technology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASM Handbook, Volume 5A: Thermal Spray Technology<\/a> (online access)<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asminternational.org\/tss-new\/technical-resources\/journal-of-thermal-spray-technology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Journal of Thermal Spray Technology<\/a> (JTST) (Online access)<\/li><li>International Thermal Spray Conference (ITSC) programming and community<\/li><li>Technical leadership opportunities within the global thermal spray community<\/li><li>Collaboration with industry experts and researchers working in coatings and surface engineering<\/li><li>A focused professional network dedicated to advancing thermal spray technologies<\/li><\/ul><p>These benefits complement your ASM membership by providing deeper engagement in the thermal spray field.<\/p>\n\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3><h3>Who Should Join TSS?<\/h3><p>Membership in the ASM Thermal Spray Society is valuable for professionals working across the thermal spray ecosystem, including:<\/p><p><strong>Engineers and technical specialists<\/strong><br \/>Working with thermal spray coatings, surface engineering, or advanced materials applications.<\/p><p><strong>Researchers and scientists<\/strong><br \/>Developing new materials, processes, or performance improvements in thermal spray technologies.<\/p><p><strong>Industry professionals and manufacturers<\/strong><br \/>Applying thermal spray solutions in aerospace, energy, automotive, biomedical, and industrial applications.<\/p><p><strong>Students and early career professionals<\/strong><br \/>Exploring career opportunities in coatings, surface engineering, and advanced manufacturing.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asminternational.org\/tss-new\/membership-networking\/student-emerging-professionals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more<\/a> about our Student and Emerging Professional Initiative.\u00a0<\/p><p>If your work involves <strong>thermal spray technology, coatings, or surface engineering<\/strong>, TSS connects you with the global community advancing the field.<\/p>\n\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2><h2><strong>Join or Renew Today<\/strong><\/h2><p>Become part of the global network advancing thermal spray technology.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asminternational.org\/membership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Join or renew<\/a> <strong>your TSS membership today.<\/strong><\/p><p>Already a member? Log in to your account to renew or update your membership.<\/p>\n\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3><h3>Important Membership Information<\/h3><p>TSS is an <strong>Affiliate Society of ASM International<\/strong>, which means TSS members must also hold an active ASM membership.<\/p><p>To join TSS:<\/p><ol><li>Select your <strong>ASM membership type<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Choose <strong>Thermal Spray Society (TSS)<\/strong> as your affiliate membership.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n<h2>\u00a0<\/h2><h3>Need Help Joining?<\/h3><p>If you experience difficulty completing the online application, you may download and submit the <a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/fonteva-customer-media\/00D46000000ZbXIEA0\/bbwhMeFO_2023_Member_Enrollment_Form_pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hard copy membership form<\/a>.<\/p><p>Please email or mail the completed form to the ASM Member Service Center:<\/p><p><strong>Email:<\/strong> memberservicecenter@asminternational.org<br \/><strong>Mail:<\/strong><br \/>ASM Member Service Center<br \/>9639 Kinsman Road<br \/>Materials Park, OH 44073 USA<\/p>\n\nJoin Now\n\nMember Benefits\n\nConnect with TSS\n\nStudent &amp; 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