2026 TechForum vs SMDRA Connects

The AGA's 50th annual technical conference, TechForum, will be held at the Grand Hyatt Denver in Denver, CO October 6th-8th, 2026. The conference includes technical presentations, galvanizing plant tours, and a special Golden Casino Night to celebrate the 50th Anniversary. TechForum is a great venue to learn new advancements in the galvanizing industry and network with vendors and peers. TechForum features a conference program of themed papers based on a focused topic or "theme" within the hot-dip galvanizing process. The TechForum "theme" rotates every five years according to the schedule below. Submitted papers will address technological advancements, studies, lessons learned, EHS, quality, optimization, and plant management topics within the year's theme. One day of the Techforum will always be set aside for non-theme topics that are relatively timely in nature. Stay connected through the exclusive 2026 TechForum App! • Compete with fellow Attendees for the top spot on the Leaderboard by participating in the Activity Feed, completing Surveys and more • Connect with friends and colleagues throughout the event • View the Agenda for meals, sessions, tours and breaks • Check out Speaker, Exhibitor and Sponsor profiles • Recognize our sponsors who have generously contributed to this year's event • View Maps to help you get around at 2026 TechForum

The SMDRA Connects App provides the opportunity for companies to leverage listing and advertising options to promote their products and services to support the Real Estate Community. The Association will direct companies inquiring about products, services or supplies to the mobile app. The SMDRA Connects App is readily accessible and provides a 24/7, user-friendly option for the 5,000 South Metro Denver REALTOR® Association Members. For more than half a century, the South Metro Denver REALTOR® Association (SMDRA), a nonprofit trade association, has provided Real Estate Professionals with the resources they need to help them grow and prosper in the real estate profession. The South Metro Denver REALTOR® Association exists to provide an environment conductive to the business success of its REALTOR® members. The Association serves and promotes a highly skilled, diverse and visionary REALTOR® membership.