Learn about PSAI's Major Conferences

Our annual Convention & Trade Show is the largest and one of the only trade shows globally focused specifically on the portable sanitation industry. It’s also the largest event that PSAI hosts. Attendees have the opportunity to connect with the most experienced suppliers and operators in the business during this multi-day event.

• Our robust trade show floor has exhibits from manufacturers, suppliers, software suppliers, and others who cater specifically to the portable sanitation industry
• The HOLLway (Hands-on Learning) Sessions and Basic Service Technician Training are just two of the varied education opportunities over a 3-day event
• Hear from renowned industry experts and informative keynote presenters
• Be part of the discussion at our roundtable and speaker sessions
• See the latest in industry technology and advancements during our Innovation Series

The PSAI Convention & Trade Show is held in the fall most years. The convention location changes each year.

The PSAI Nuts & Bolts Educational Conference is focused on giving you the best educational and networking opportunities available to PROs. Here are some reasons why you should be there:

• Learn about hot topics from your peers at our Roundtable sessions
• Get motivation and information from our keynote presenters
• Bring your questions to our expert panelists
• Join a site visit to see how other operators or suppliers do their work
• Join our Ramble Amble Poker Run/Walk to help raise funds for scholarships & charity while getting to know other PROs better

Our Nuts & Bolts Conference spans three days in the first quarter of each year. Day 1 is devoted to our in-person Basic Service Technician Training and PSAI in-person committee meetings. Day 2 is a mix of keynote presentations, roundtables, and panel discussions. You’ll be able to mingle with our tabletop exhibitors and participate in the Ramble Amble Poker Run/Walk, and then relax at our evening reception. Day 3 features our very popular site visits, plus a farewell reception. The location of the Nuts & Bolts Conference changes each year.

The very first International Summit will be held November 5–7, 2024. Our intent is to hold the Summit every few years in a different part of the world to broaden PSAI’s outreach to the global portable sanitation industry.

• Hear from renowned industry experts and informative keynote presenters
• Be part of the discussion at our roundtable and speaker sessions, with an international flair
• Take in one or more of our Basic Service Technician Training sessions or our committee meetings
• Mingle with manufacturers, suppliers, and others at tabletop exhibits to learn about the latest products and services
• Meet with your colleagues from around the world to see what you have in common and what’s different

The 2024 International Summit for Portable Sanitation will be held in Toronto, Ontario, November 5–7.