AICHE 49th Annual International Phosphate Fertilizer & Sulfuric Acid Technology Conference with Sulzer

The International Phosphate Fertilizer & Sulfuric Acid Technology Conference is a long‑established, highly regarded technical forum dedicated to chemical process technologies in the fertilizer and acid manufacturing industries. Organised by the AIChE Central Florida Section, the 2026 edition marks the 49th consecutive year of this global gathering.

Each year, industry professionals, engineers, researchers, and technology providers from around the world meet to exchange practical knowledge and operational experience related to the production of:

• Phosphoric acid

• Phosphate fertilizers

• Sulfuric acid

• Related chemical process industry technologies

The conference traditionally covers a wide range of applied topics, including:

• Phosphoric acid production processes

• Sulfuric acid plant design and operation

• Fertilizer manufacturing and granulation

• Equipment performance and reliability

• Process optimization and debottlenecking

• Materials of construction and corrosion control

• Energy efficiency and heat recovery

• Environmental performance and emissions control

• Operational safety and best practices

Presentations emphasize real‑world operating experience, lessons learned, and proven solutions rather than purely theoretical approaches.

This conference plays an important role in the global fertilizer and acid community by:

• Providing a focused technical exchange for a highly specialized process sector

• Enabling knowledge sharing between operators, licensors, OEMs, and EPCs

• Supporting continuous improvement in plant reliability, efficiency, and safety

• Strengthening global professional networks built over nearly five decades

  
  

Hosted in St. Petersburg Beach, the event also offers a relaxed environment that blends technical learning with informal networking, making it a popular and distinctive gathering within the industry.

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