As described by the conference Web site:

Description:

Pacific Northwest Snowfighters Conference

Transportation agencies within the states of Washington, Oregon, Montana and Idaho and the province of British Columbia formed a committee several years ago to develop specifications for chemicals related to snow and ice control. This committee has evolved to become the Pacific Northwest Snowfighters (PNS) Association.

The association is comprised of technical experts in the fields of chemistry, environment, maintenance operations and management, insurance law and claims, public affairs and purchasing. The association has been privileged to work with the foremost pioneers in deicing technology.

Objectives:

At this year's conference, the theme will be knowledge exchange. There will be presentation sessions, panel discussions and workshops delivered by leaders in winter maintenance. Technical programs will be aimed at the field level operators and first line supervisors as well as program managers. The tradeshow will include the best of the best in equipment, products, and services for the winter maintenance professional.

Attendees:

Maintenance Techs, Maintenance Supervisors, Maintenance Superintendents, Maintenance Engineers. Equipment Mechanics and Supervisors. Any one dealing with winter maintenance.