First-Time and Long-Time Attendees Celebrate Silver Anniversary of LMT LAB DAY West
Posted Jun 23, 2015 in Post-Show Coverage
Since its debut 25 years ago, LMT LAB DAY West has grown from a regional show with 800 attendees to the largest dental laboratory trade show on the West coast—and a truly international event. This year’s show in Garden Grove, CA, drew 1,706 laboratory owners, managers and technicians, hailing from 27 states and 10 other countries.
Attendees crowded the LAB DAY West registration area by 6:30am Friday, May 1, eager to take advantage of over 120 clinics and hands-on demonstrations and the opportunity to earn more than 100 CE credits during the two-day show. The exhibit hall—open only on Saturday, May 2—was bustling and upbeat, as 148 manufacturers and suppliers showcased their latest products, equipment and services.
While many attendees are repeat visitors from year to year, it was nice to welcome some new faces, such as Dan Elfring, MDT, Pickle Prosthodontics, Colorado Springs, CO. A long-time LAB DAY Chicago attendee but first-time LAB DAY West attendee,...