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March 2010
Fundamentals of Compressed Air Systems
March 1
11 a.m. EST
This web-based version of the popular Fundamentals of Compressed Air Systems training uses an interactive format that enables the instructor to diagram examples, give pop quizzes and answer students’ questions in real time. The curriculum will be organized into four two-hour sessions:
- Introduction, Why Care About Air and Study Your Supply Side
- Understand Your Demands and Are You On Base
- Controls
- Maintain System Efficiency, Get With the Plan and Summary/Evaluation
Steam System Design Seminar
March 1 - 3
Chicago, Ill.
- Discuss the development of modern steam system components, design ideas, and terminology
- Discuss common boiler controls and boiler operating principles
- Size steam and condensate piping using nomograms or software
- Use ESP Plus to size pressure and temperature regulators
- Recognize how to avoid the damage mechanisms typically at work in steam heat exchangers
- Apply steam traps to solve system problems
- Describe the basics of condensate pumping equipment applications
GexCon UK, Explosion Science Course
March 2 - 3
Lancashire, England
To include gas and dust explosion theory DSEAR & ATEX regulations Ignition theory and protection concepts.
ARCS'S European Forum: Process Management Academy
March 2 - 4
Dusseldorf, Germany
ARC's Process Management Academy will consist of a series of educational presentations by end users, leading technology suppliers, ARC analysts, and other industry experts. Topics will cover innovation and sustainability in process and hybrid automation solutions, focusing on the phases of the lifecycle and the link between these phases. The current economic climate has forced many companies to rethink their automation solutions and business approaches. This Forum takes a holistic view of the stages of asset and process management, including technology, best practices, economic optimization, human communication, and organization. You will learn how to use innovative concepts and solutions to help you compete in today's changing global economy.
Concepts to Consider when Designing an Order Picking Module
March 3
Jacksonville, Fla.
Companies looking to redesign their current picking method or implement a more efficient picking system to their operation can benefit from the seminar, "Concepts to Consider when Designing a Pick Module." Topics covered include classifying order picking needs, advanced picking methods, pick module technology and more. The seminar will benefit anyone who plays a role in the decision making process, including presidents and CEOs, VPs of operations and engineering and warehouse/distribution managers for the design and operation of their distribution center.
FMA's ANNUAL SPRING CONFERENCE TO HELP ATTENDEES UNLOCK LEADERSHIP SKILLS
March 3 - 5
Lake Buena Vista, Fla.
Metal Matters 2010 is a "must attend" for those working to move ahead in today's competitive market. Make plans now to participate March 3-5 at Disney's BoardWalk Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. where you're guaranteed to find solutions to your most pressing business management concerns!
Interphex Puerto Rico
March 4 - 5
Puerto Rico
Celebrate the best our industry has to offer at INTERPHEX Puerto Rico 2010, as you adapt to all aspects and phases of our ever-changing life sciences environment. Discover for yourself advancements in technology and solutions for improving your manufacturing efficiencies – all at INTERPHEX Puerto Rico.
Fundamentals of Compressed Air Systems
March 8
11 a.m. EST
This web-based version of the popular Fundamentals of Compressed Air Systems training uses an interactive format that enables the instructor to diagram examples, give pop quizzes and answer students’ questions in real time. The curriculum will be organized into four two-hour sessions:
- Introduction, Why Care About Air and Study Your Supply Side
- Understand Your Demands and Are You On Base
- Controls
- Maintain System Efficiency, Get With the Plan and Summary/Evaluation
Design and Application Seminar
March 8 - 10
Chicago, Ill.
- Employ pump selection principles
- Use the System Syzer in advanced calculations
- Identify the importance of control valve sizing in hydronic systems design
- Recognize the importance of proportional balance
- Compute flow requirements in primary-secondary systems for energy savings
- Recognize the components of system pressure and apply the fundamentals of tank sizing
SPS – Industrial Automation Fair Guangzhou
March 8 - 11
The China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex, Guangzhou, China
This four-day event will offer a comprehensive product category that includes drive systems and components, electrical and mechanical components, peripheral equipment, low voltage switching devices, sensors, control technology and assembly and dismantling equipment. The show will be of particular interest to exhibitors whose business is related to the equipment/devices and automation system software sectors, as well as consultants, trainers, engineers and trade associations.
March 9
Long Beach, Calif.
Installing smart instrumentation in new facilities has never been more of a ‘no-brainer’ these days, but what do you do with all that intelligence? Is there some way of accessing the diagnostics and device parameters without installing and maintaining multiple, proprietary software applications on a maintenance station or laptop? Learn how easy it is to have a common tool-set that accesses any manufacturers’ device intelligence on a uniform platform. See how maintenance regimes are simplified and supplemented by a single software frame application...all of which are facilitated through globally-supported FDT Technology.
Sensor Basics, Measurement, and Vision Sensors--Sensors
March 9 - 11
Schaumburg, Ill.
This three-day course is designed to explore advanced sensor technologies from simple object detection to a full featured vision system. The methods of determining how far, how big, how thick, what shape, and the real world application of these in-line measurement and intelligent control sensors are explored. Application examples from markets such as food and beverage, packaging, and automotive industries will be presented. Both hands on time and live product demonstrations are used to show the power and ease of use of each of these smart sensors.
Advanced Process Control Web Seminar Series
March 10
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. EST
This seminar covers the root causes of poor performance in pH control systems. The source of these problems can originate in the process, piping, equipment, electrode, valve, or controller. The plant and control system design should be analyzed to get the most cost effective solution. In this seminar, attendees will cover principles and key concepts that explain the basic nature of these challenges and options.
Concepts to Consider when Designing an Order Picking Module
March 10
Lakeland, Fla.
Companies looking to redesign their current picking method or implement a more efficient picking system to their operation can benefit from the seminar, "Concepts to Consider when Designing a Pick Module." Topics covered include classifying order picking needs, advanced picking methods, pick module technology and more. The seminar will benefit anyone who plays a role in the decision making process, including presidents and CEOs, VPs of operations and engineering and warehouse/distribution managers for the design and operation of their distribution center.
Fundamentals of Compressed Air Systems
March 15
11 a.m. EST
This web-based version of the popular Fundamentals of Compressed Air Systems training uses an interactive format that enables the instructor to diagram examples, give pop quizzes and answer students’ questions in real time. The curriculum will be organized into four two-hour sessions:
- Introduction, Why Care About Air and Study Your Supply Side
- Understand Your Demands and Are You On Base
- Controls
- Maintain System Efficiency, Get With the Plan and Summary/Evaluation
26th International Pump Users Symposium
March 15 - 18
George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, Texas
The International Pump Users Symposium continues to be the only meeting organized by pump users for pump users. The members of the Advisory Committee, who provide overall guidance, are recognized leaders in the pump community. The Symposium is an outstanding value for users concerned with maintenance, performance, troubleshooting, operation, and purchase of pumps. The technical sessions provide an opportunity for attendees to select those lectures, tutorials, case studies, and discussion groups that best meet their personal and professional needs and interests. The exhibits feature products from many key companies in the industry. Exhibiting companies normally send their "first-team" players to this symposium; hence, you can get knowledgeable help at the exhibit hall, in addition to seeing major exhibits of equipment. For more information, visit the event Web site.
Overview of Enhanced EDDL (FG01W)
March 17
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. EST
Learn how enhanced EDDL technology enables intelligent device management systems and handheld tools to provide long-term viability and investment protection, security, access to complete device functionality, and externally accessible information with interoperability certification—while at the same time avoiding version conflicts, difficulties removing unwanted devices, and licensing problems.
Intermediate PLC Programming (Formerly Advanced PLC Programming)--Programmable Logic Controllers
March 18 - 19
Schaumburg, Ill.
This 2 day Advanced PLC Programming course provides a further understanding of Omron PLCs and their advanced programming capabilities. Control strategies and programming will be reviewed. Data Movement, Floating Point Math, Shift, Compare, Distribute, Collection, Transfer, and other advanced instructions will be covered. Computers will be provided to assure hands on experience programming, downloading, and monitoring data with the PLC.
Modern Hydronics Basic Seminar
March 22 - 24
Chicago, Ill.
- Discuss the advantages of properly designed hydronic systems
- Describe how to size boilers, pumps, piping, compression tanks and hydronic specialties for hydronic systems
- Apply rules of thumb to design simple systems
- Use the Bell & Gossett System Syzer to complete typical calculations
Condition Monitoring Solutions for Optimum Operational Efficiency
March 24
2:00 p.m. EST
Today, plants are ratcheting up their efforts to monitor the condition of key assets. After all, such condition monitoring can help spot potential problems before they affect performance, damage equipment or lead to downtime.
Join us on March 24th as we discuss:
- What’s possible in condition monitoring
- How to get the best out of today’s tools and technologies
- What’s needed to bring your condition-monitoring program in to the next decade
March 28 - 31
Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina, Tampa, Fla.
SAP-Centric EAM is North America’s most comprehensive program dedicated to the SAP EAM community. This year’s conference is all about getting back to the basics, a deep-dive into the core foundation of your business to see a greater return on investment, tangible benefits and to help move companies closer to achieving total overall performance optimization. The program’s compelling agenda has eight tracks of content covering Master Data, Work Identification, Planning & Scheduling, Execution, Work Completion, History, Analysis, and Expert Advice. The program will also feature a dedicated SAP track. For more information or to register, please visit the conference web site or contact the event producers, Eventure Events, at (877) 411-4675 or (914) 509-5354.
April 2010
Sensor Basics, Measurement, and Vision Sensors--Sensors
April 4 - 6
Schaumburg, Ill.
This three-day course is designed to explore advanced sensor technologies from simple object detection to a full featured vision system. The methods of determining how far, how big, how thick, what shape, and the real world application of these in-line measurement and intelligent control sensors are explored. Application examples from markets such as food and beverage, packaging, and automotive industries will be presented. Both hands on time and live product demonstrations are used to show the power and ease of use of each of these smart sensors.
Basic PLC Programming--Programmable Logic Controllers
April 12 - 14
Schaumburg, Ill.
This is a 3 day course that combines the Fundamentals of Omron PLCs & Getting Started with Omron PLCs. The first day provides an introduction to the Omron family of PLC|s. Basic Terminology, memory structures, and PLC operation is defined. I/O addressing is discussed as well as numbering systems including binary, BCD, hexadecimal, and decimal. Computers will be provided to ensure hands on experience interacting with the PLC programming software and to create a PLC I/O table. The second and third day course provides basic programming skills for Omron PLC|s. The course will cover wiring to and from the PLC, memory area definitions and mapping. I/O allocations, control strategies and an introduction to programming. Computers will be provided to ensure hands on experience for PLC programming, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
Flow Measurement Training Classes, Liquid
April 14 - 16
Scottsdale, Ariz.
After completing this course, each student will understand the optimum selection and use of liquid flow meters. In addition, each student will understand how density and viscosity affect liquid flow meters. Each student will also know how to calibrate liquid flow meters using primary and secondary flow standards.
Designing and Applying Model Predictive Control Strategies (EC60W1)
April 14
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. EST
This seminar introduces model predictive control. Seminar emphasis is on both the functionality of the technique as well as the economic benefits that can be obtained from its use. The participant should be able to build a simple controller after completing this course.
Intermediate PLC Programming (Formerly Advanced PLC Programming)--Programmable Logic Controllers
April 15 - 16
Schaumburg, Ill.
This two-day Advanced PLC Programming course provides a further understanding of Omron PLCs and their advanced programming capabilities. Control strategies and programming will be reviewed. Data Movement, Floating Point Math, Shift, Compare, Distribute, Collection, Transfer, and other advanced instructions will be covered. Computers will be provided to assure hands on experience programming, downloading, and monitoring data with the PLC.
EMC by Your Design Practical Applications Seminar/Workshop
April 15, 16, 19 - 20
Northbrook, Ill.
Join the growing numbers who benefit from training presented by instructors with combined experience of over 80 years experience in the industry and who remain current in the latest developments affecting EMC issues. Donald L. Sweeney, Roger Swanberg, and Corey Sweeney provide off-campus training to participants who have traveled from all borders of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and even Malaysia to take part in these sessions. Some companies send new staff as part of the ongoing orientation. In these sessions participants receive updates to the latest developments in research, standards, regulations, instrumentation and services.
System Identification for Control (EC60W2)
April 21
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. EST
In this seminar the participants will learn about system identification for process control. Using the techniques learned, the participants should be able to build models of their processes and use them for either advanced process control or for tuning a PID loop.
Customer training & Education conference 2010 - "Connect. Learn. Innovate."
April 18 - 22
Orlando, Fla.
This conference provides a perfect opportunity for customers to leverage their membership in one of the world's largest LIMS user communities," states Pat Pijanowski, Chief Operating Officer of LabVantage. "In this distinctive forum, participants will Connect with LabVantage subject matter experts and their fellow attendees, Learn about the many exciting, new product capabilities and industry best practices available to them today, and Innovate together around ways to optimize their business processes and provide an enhanced end user experience.
Flow Measurement Training Classes, Gas
April 19 - 21
Scottsdale, Ariz.
After completing this course, each student will understand the optimum selection and use of gas flow meters. In addition, students will understand Gas Law calculations and how they apply to gas flow measurements. Each student will also know how to calibrate gas flow meters using primary and secondary flow standards.
Interphex New York
April 20 - 22
New York, N.Y.
This year you'll experience a brand new INTERPHEX, with a renewed focus on delivering results for both your business and personal growth needs.
The Latest Trends in Energy Efficiency: How You Can Reduce Your Energy Bill
April 22
2:00 p.m. EST
Electrical and thermal energy represent substantial operating costs to plants. Fluctuating, but generally increasing, power and fuel costs make it all the more important to boost energy efficiency, especially since such savings often go directly to the bottom line.
This Online Panel Discussion will provide pointers on how to save both electrical and thermal energy. We’ll look a broad range of opportunities, such as variable-speed drives and more-energy-efficient designs of electrically driven equipment that promise savings, while upcoming government mandates on motor efficiency will affect what plants can buy. Analysis of compressed air systems often can identify ways to significantly lower compressor load. Likewise, many plants can save on thermal energy through better operation of furnaces, heat-transfer and cooling-water systems and via heat-recovery efforts.
55th ISA Analysis Division Symposium: Analytical Solutions in a Not So "Big Easy" Economic Environment.
April 25 - 29
New Orleans, La.
Get ready to learn, network, and enjoy yourself at the 55th Analysis Division Symposium in New Orleans. This long-running symposium, sponsored by the ISA Analysis Division, will continue to offer an outstanding forum for discussion of new and innovative process and other analytical techniques, developments, and applications. A full program will include expert-led sessions, training, social functions, and more at the Astor Crowne Plaza located in the famous French Quarter.
25th International Activated Carbon Conference and Courses
April 27 - 28
Los Angeles, Calif.
Maintenance and Reliability Technology Summit – MARTS
April 27 - 30
Hyatt Regency O’Hare hotel, Rosemont, Ill.
The Maintenance and Reliability Technology Summit – MARTS – is the nation’s premier educational conference for maintenance and reliability professionals. This year’s event offers more learning opportunities than ever. With 17 workshops, 32 conferences and opportunities for professional advancement, MARTS 2010 will bring your team up to speed in a lively, information-rich setting.
2010 Industrial Automation Safety and Security Symposium
April 28 - 29
New Orleans, La.
Get an in-depth look at today's safety technologies and procedures associated with identifying and mitigating safety hazards in industrial environments.
May 2010
SMMA Spring 2010 Management Conference: After the Storm: Navigating in the New
May 4 - 6
Automation Technology Egypt 2010
May 10 - 12
Cairo, Egypt
4th International Industrial Control and Automation Technology Exhibition and Conference. Profile for exhibits including Factory Automation, home automation, power management, building management systems (BMS) and SCADA Applications in Power/Water/Building Automation.
May 10
Clearwater Beach, Fla.
Going on its sixth year as the industry's only international predictive maintenance conference focused on ultrasonic and complimentary technologies, Ultrasound World has offered plant maintenance professionals the unique ability to share inspection challenges and learn about real world, proven strategies that result in immediate ROI.
Sensor Basics, Measurement, and Vision Sensors--Sensors
May 11 - 13
Schaumburg, Ill.
This three-day course is designed to explore advanced sensor technologies from simple object detection to a full featured vision system. The methods of determining how far, how big, how thick, what shape, and the real world application of these in-line measurement and intelligent control sensors are explored. Application examples from markets such as food and beverage, packaging, and automotive industries will be presented. Both hands on time and live product demonstrations are used to show the power and ease of use of each of these smart sensors.
May 12 - 14
Conference Center of Veronafiere, Verona, Italy
Euromaintenance, the international travelling industrial maintenance event, will be held in Italy for its 20th year in 2010. The themes covered by the conference will be those of most interest to operators: from predictive, conditional and predetermined maintenance to RAM Engineering (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability); from enhancing the productivity of maintenance personnel to improving energy footprints and environmental protection; from reducing operating costs to revamping industrial plants, from E-Maintenance (Cmms, Rfid, Infomobility) to technological innovation, etc.
Winning Strategies and Best Practices for Sustainable Manufacturing
May 13 - 14
Beijin
China has become the spotlight of the global economy as it leads the rest of the world in economic recovery. China's industry is still facing stringent challenges, however, such as high energy consumption and pollution, poor production management techniques, and evolving industry structure. Today, IT and automation play an important role in promoting the development of a country or an industry. With the application of new technology such as IT, communication, safety, control optimization, modeling and stimulation, China manufacturing will be boosted toward high efficiency, energy saving, and a friendly environment.
Basic PLC Programming--Programmable Logic Controllers
May 17 - 19
Schaumburg, Ill.
This is a 3 day course that combines the Fundamentals of Omron PLCs & Getting Started with Omron PLCs. The first day provides an introduction to the Omron family of PLC|s. Basic Terminology, memory structures, and PLC operation is defined. I/O addressing is discussed as well as numbering systems including binary, BCD, hexadecimal, and decimal. Computers will be provided to ensure hands on experience interacting with the PLC programming software and to create a PLC I/O table. The second and third day course provides basic programming skills for Omron PLC|s. The course will cover wiring to and from the PLC, memory area definitions and mapping. I/O allocations, control strategies and an introduction to programming. Computers will be provided to ensure hands on experience for PLC programming, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
ABB Automation & Power World 2010
May 18 - 20
Houston, Texas
The ABB Automation & Power World users conference and exhibition provides attendees with the tools and knowledge to help them to be more efficient, productive and profitable.
Connect -- Meet and network with your peers and technology experts from all over the world in the extensive exhibit hall
Learn-- Choose from over 400 hours of workshops, hands-on training and customer case studies
Succeed -- take back information and ideas that you can use immediately to improve your business
Intermediate PLC Programming (Formerly Advanced PLC Programming)--Programmable Logic Controllers
May 20 - 21
Schaumburg, Ill.
This 2 day Advanced PLC Programming course provides a further understanding of Omron PLCs and their advanced programming capabilities. Control strategies and programming will be reviewed. Data Movement, Floating Point Math, Shift, Compare, Distribute, Collection, Transfer, and other advanced instructions will be covered. Computers will be provided to assure hands on experience programming, downloading, and monitoring data with the PLC.
June 2010
June 6 - 8
The Westin Galleria, Houston, TX
STO 2010 is North America’s leading conference dedicated to the full lifecycle of shutdowns, turnarounds and outages (STO). The program was designed to deliver thought-provoking insight and in-depth content covering the most challenging shutdown issues companies are facing today.
Now in its fourth year, STO 2010 is not just another conference. It is a community of maintenance, reliability, engineering, operations, supply chain, production, purchasing, suppliers, human resources and financial professionals who are dedicated to sharing experiences, learning from one another, and exploring innovative and forward-thinking solutions and technologies.
As companies continue to experience pressure to reduce cost and meet higher safety standards, shutdown professionals must look for ways to improve STO efficiencies and effectiveness by minimizing risk and maximizing results.
No matter what your level of expertise, STO 2010 offers an extraordinary opportunity to gain direct access to dozens of industry thought leaders and gain first-hand knowledge of what other asset-intensive organizations have done to solve critical STO challenges.
We hope you will join us this year in Houston, Texas, for what promises to be an exhilarating and one-of-a-kind conference experience.
September 2010
Sept. 21 - 24
Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Automation 2010, which will enter into its fifth edition, is known as one of the leading exhibitions for the automotive industry. Various products/services will be exhibited, including hydraulics and pneumatics, building automation, drives and bus technology, robotics, process automation and control systems.Design & Manufacturing Midwest 2010
Sept. 28 - 30
Donald E. Stephense Convention Center, Rosemont, IL
Join Us for Design & Manufacturing Midwest 2010!
The must-attend event for manufacturers looking to strengthen their business and improve product margin and efficiency returns in 2010. See the latest systems, products, and solutions covering the entire manufacturing process from design through distribution, and meet the suppliers that can help you increase productivity, improve quality, reduce costs, and solve your most complex challenges.
October 2010
October 18 - 21
Milwaukee, WI
SMRP's Annual Conference is one of these largest pure maintenance and reliability conference in North America. Come and be Driven By Performance, Powered by Professionals.Jump to a month:
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