WHAT'S THE AGENDA?
A full schedule, featuring:
- An array of for-credit CEU and technical presentations
- A manufacturing center of excellence tour at the Kinetics Noise Control facility, with shuttle service provided
- Meet the manufacturer tabletop displays from each Catalyst brand
WHEN?
Wednesday, October 14 2026
WHERE?
20 minutes from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
WatersEdge Event & Conference Center
4643 Trueman Blvd
Hilliard, OH 43026
WHO'S INVITED?
Key influencers including architects, contractors, designers, specifiers, consultants, and VIP guests.
WHERE TO STAY?
Book with our group rate by September 22 for discounted accommodations at the Marriott Columbus Northwest
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CEU SESSIONS
Enjoy fresh content and forward-thinking sessions designed to educate and inspire across disciplines. Onsite attendance will be taken during each session to ensure CEU attendees receive proper credit.
Acoustical Doors: Enhancing Sound Control in Architectural and Industrial Design
This course covers how to evaluate, specify, and integrate acoustical doors for noise control, speech privacy, and occupant comfort, while addressing LEED® v5 and WELL v2 criteria, fire safety codes, and SCIF requirements.
LU | HSW: 1 / Length: 1-hour
Presented by James Thomas, Noise Barriers National Sales ManagerData Centers: Why, Where, and Addressing Noise
This course explores noise challenges in the rapidly growing data center industry, examining impacts on employees and surrounding communities, compliance with local ordinances, and practical noise control solutions.
LU | HSW: 1 / Length: 1-hour
Presented by Kristen Neath, Kinetics Director of Sales – North America, Industrial, Commercial, and EnvironmentalBuilding Acoustics Demystified - Introduction to NRC, STC, and IIC Ratings
This presentation explains common ASTM classifications used in building codes and architectural specs, including STC, NRC, and IIC, while exploring the material properties that influence real world acoustic performance.
LU | HSW: 1 / Length: 1-hour
Presented by Ben Vause, Kinetics Noise Control Director of Sales, Building AcousticsWood Acoustics: Natural Solutions for Noise Control
This course explores the acoustic properties of wood and its use in architectural solutions for noise control in commercial and residential spaces, while highlighting sustainable design strategies, LEED® v5 and WELL v2 alignment, and real-world case studies.
LU | HSW: 1 / Length: 1-hour
Presented by Benjamin Hickey, Director of Sales, RealAcoustixTECHNICAL PRESENTATIONS
Hear from leading voices in the space for advanced, deep-dive discussions on key industry topics during our technical presentations
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The Evolution of Acoustical Testing & Product Innovation
This presentation provides an overview of current ASTM lab and field sound transmission standards, examining how acoustical products are developed, tested, and refined through the expertise of Riverbank Acoustical Laboratories.
Presented by Eric Wolfram, Laboratory Manager, Riverbank Acoustical LaboratoriesPrecision Acoustic Test Chamber Technologies & Applications
This presentation reviews precision acoustic test chamber technologies, including fully anechoic, hemi anechoic, reverberation, and NVH environments, and covers design considerations, standards, and real-world applications.
Presented by Andrew Polte, IAC Acoustics NVH & Testing Facilities Sales ManagerPhoto Gallery from Catalyst Connect 2025
Event Schedule
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8:00am - 9:00am | Arrive and Check-in for Morning Tour of Kinetics Noise Control |
| 8:30am - 10:30am | Morning Tours of the Kinetics Noise Control manufacturing facility |
| 10:00am | Exhibiting Begins |
| 11:30am | CEU: Acoustical Doors: Enhancing Sound Control in Architectural and Industrial Design Presented by James Thomas, Noise Barriers National Sales Manager |
| 11:30am | Technical Presentation: Precision Acoustic Test Chamber Technologies & Applications Presented by Andrew Polte, IAC Acoustics NVH & Testing Facilities Sales Manager |
| 12:30pm | Break/Lunch |
| 1:30pm | CEU: Wood Acoustics: Natural Solutions for Noise Control Presented by Ben Hickey, Director of Sales, RealAcoustix |
| 1:30pm | CEU: Building Acoustics Demystified - Introduction to NRC, STC, and IIC Ratings Presented by Ben Vause, Kinetics Noise Control Director of Sales, Building Acoustics |
| 2:30pm | Break/Snack |
| 3:00pm | CEU: Data Centers: Why, Where, and Addressing Noise Presented by Kristen Neath, Kinetics Director of Sales – North America, Industrial, Commercial, and Environmental |
| 3:00pm | Technical Presentation: The Evolution of Acoustical Testing & Product Innovation Presented by Eric Wolfram, Laboratory Manager, Riverbank Acoustical Laboratories |
| 4:00pm | Exhibiting Ends |
| 4:30pm | Doors Close |