Benefits of a CPSA Membership
A membership in the Coal Preparation Society of America (CPSA) supports our mission of “advancing the knowledge of coal preparation”. There are a variety of ways we provide the latest information on coal processing technology to our membership:
- Our quarterly CoalProTec Journal with 32 pages of feature articles, columns and information on what is happening within the society and the industry delivered digitally to a unlimited number employees anywhere in the world. In addition, we will mail journals to a list of U.S. based employees you provide. This publication is second to none and focused on coal handling, processing and utilization with an international following.
- Our web site with additional information for members including:
- Access to past issues of the CoalProTec Journal
- Streaming workshop content from past Coal Prep and CoalProTec conferences on the major unit operations in a prep plant that is free to our membership and is a great training tool
- Presentations from past CoalProTec conferences can also be watched on our website
- A community forum for members to ask questions and comment.
- Coal Prep Primer
- Our books are available to our members:
- Members have the opporturnity to attend 4-6 one-day workshops per year that focus on technical and educational training in Coal Preparation.
- The biennual coal preparation industry conference and exhibition CoalProTec to be held April 27-29, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky ensures that our members have the opportunities to learn about the latest techniques and equipment being applied in the industry. Please take this opportunity of also renew your exhibit space or to exhibit for the first time at this event.* There are many good spots left on the exhibit floor. Your can apply on our website at www.coalprepsociety.org
- Members Only may regisgter for the Special Event at the CoalProTec (Members' Night Out). Reservations are required in advance.
- Your membership fees also help us award fellowships to deserving students to help ensure that coal prep professionals will continue to be available for hire in our industry..
*Exhibitors must remain in good standing as a corporate member.