SEPTEMBER 27-30, 2026

FOUR ACTION-PACKED DAYS OF

Education & Networking.

Unlimited Connections.

78 SEMINAR OPTIONS

Engaging Topics &

Amazing Speakers

EXHIBITOR KIT

Sponsorship Packages, Booth Pricing, Specs, Floor Plan, Policies and Deadlines.

NATIONAL

APPRENTICE COMPETITION

Seven apprentices from across the country will compete during the Exhibition. You will have the opportunity to see this competition from beginning to end.

SEMINARS

A total of 15.5 CE Credits are available this year.

SPEAKERS

Industry leading experts deliver cutting-edge insights, quality training, and real world experience.

FUTURE

CITIES

2027 San Diego, CA

SEPTEMBER 7 - 11

MANCHESTER GRAND HYATT

2028 Orlando, FL

OCTOBER 9 - 12

ROSEN SHINGLE CREEK

2029 Las Vegas, NV

OCTOBER 22 - 25

Donate to the National Apprentice Competition

The National Apprentice Competition is AFSA's flagship event, held every year in the AFSA Exhibition Hall. This event showcases the "best of the best'' in the industry, beginning with a nationwide exam. Established in 1994, the AFSA National Apprentice Competition is dedicated to strengthening and growing skilled apprentices through higher education, advocacy, and industry promotion.

Please consider making a financial contribution to help offset the costs of hosting this world-class skills competition.

A contribution of $1,000 or above will be recognized at AFSA45, in Sprinkler Age magazine, and at various convention events.

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