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| High Performance Industrial Coatings |
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DATE: April
15 TIME: 11:00 AM
ROOM: Keystone A
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Industrial, Floor, Solvent/Water Based, and Epoxy Coatings
Which Coating to Use for Different Applications
Surface Preparation
Coating Economics
Environmental Issues
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Coatings come in a variety of formulations and prices. Too often, the facility managers only consideration is based upon keeping upfront costs low. This session will provide information to help reduce the total life-cycle cost of coating. Variables to be discussed include what coatings should be used for different applications, cost per gallon, preparation and application costs, cost of downtime, and environmental considerations.
PRESENTER: Dan Gamble, Key Account Manager
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How Does Your Facility Measure Up Against NFPA 70E? |
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 DATE: April 15 TIME:
4:00 PM
ROOM: Keystone D
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Application of 70E
Elements of an Electrical Safety Program
Energized Work Permits
Using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Tables
Understanding Approach Boundaries
2008 Changes (as available)
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This seminar will discuss the hazards of electricity and how 70E relates to OSHA. The basic elements of NFPA 70E safety related work practices will be covered including developing written programs, training requirements, and preparing work permits. Additionally, performing a job hazard evaluation, using personal protective equipment, and determining approach boundaries will be discussed. 2008 changes will be included based on availability.
PRESENTER: Steve Strayer, MEPC, CIH, CSP, REHS, RS; Rick Hoover, PE, CEM
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Identifying Power Quality Issues and How to Improve Them |
DATE: April 15 TIME:
1:00 PM ROOM:
Governor C
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Fundamentals of Power Quality
How to Troubleshoot Power Quality
Real World Applications and Examples
How to Save Money by Improving Power Quality
How to Select the Right Tool for Your Application
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Learn how to detect and prevent power quality problems with the right tools and knowledge. This seminar will focus on the causes of poor Power Quality, what portable tools to use, how to use them, and how Power Quality impacts plant return on investment. Power Quality measurements should be part of a Predictive Maintenance program for any industry.
PRESENTER: Curt Geeting, Technical Support Specialist
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Improve Your Lighting System! Reduce Your Energy Bill! |
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DATE:
April 16 TIME:
9:30 AM ROOM:
Governor C
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Retrofitting Existing Fixtures
Utilizing the Most Efficient Products
New Technologies
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Make your current lighting system more efficient while improving the quality of light and realize greater energy savings and life ratings. We will have discussions on T5 vs T8, LED technologies, and where the industry is headed.
PRESENTER: Dirk Hinterleiter, Area Engineer
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Industrial Hardened Ethernet Switches: What You Need to Know |
DATE:
April 15 TIME:
11:00 AM ROOM:
Keystone E
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Ethernet Basics
Affordable Entry Level Ethernet Products
Hardened Switches for Class 1, Division 2
Advanced Features and Topologies for Control
Fully Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switches
Mix & Match Copper and Fiber
Redundant Fiber Ring
N-View OPC Server Software
COURSE DESCRIPTION: An overview of Ethernet basics and the application of hardened industrial switches. The discussion begins with affordable entry level Ethernet products and moves on to more advanced products with enhanced features. Whether youre new to Ethernet or looking for the latest technology, youll find it here. Learn about the application of managed vs. unmanaged switches, Copper or Fiber, Star and Tree Topology for data acquisition, Redundant Fiber Ring, Ring and Mesh, as well as N-View OPC Server Software. This seminar is geared toward the design and selection of product for Ethernet applications.
PRESENTER: Jack Giaccio, Regional Sales Manager
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Industrial Wireless Solutions for Automation Systems & Plant Networking |
DATE:
April 15 TIME:
1:00 PM ROOM:
Keystone D
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Wireless Technologies
Frequency Hopping
Direct Sequence/OFDM
Security
Wireless PLC Applications
SCADA Networks
Wireless I/O, RF Diagnostics
IGMP Snooping and RF Proof of Concept
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This session will explore the latest in wireless technologies and applications for plant automation, SCADA systems, and plant network access. Topics will include benefits of wireless technologies, redundancy, security and diagnostics. Displaying RF diagnostic information in HMIs via OPC and wireless I/O using EtherNet/IP will also be discussed.
PRESENTER: Kevin Zamzow, Strategic Product Marketing Manager, Industrial Wireless
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Innovative Solutions to Jobsite Problems and Situations |
DATE: April 15 TIME:
9:30 AM ROOM:
Keystone B
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Connecting MC with No
Tools Necessary
Arlingtons Next Generation of
Weather Proof In-Use Products
Arlingtons Offering of Over
120 Patented Labor Saving Products
Complete Line of Metal &
Plastic Fan Boxes & Fan Braces
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This session will show
an electrical contractor how Arlington products
offer specific, innovative solutions to jobsite
problems and situations. Plus, learn how to
increase efficiencies in time, labor, and overall
profits. Established in 1949 and headquartered in
Scranton, PA, Arlington Industries has become the
recognized industry leader because of its
continual expansion of their unique electrical
products. Not only do they manufacture traditional
metallic and non-metallic fittings, but since 1990
Arlington has introduced over 300 new or unique
products.
PRESENTER: Chris Schaffer, Principal, Trio
Sales
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Installation Considerations for Low Voltage and Medium Voltage Variable
Frequency Drives |
 DATE:
April 15 TIME: 4:30 PM ROOM:
Keystone B
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Installation Considerations
Proper Grounding Techniques
Power Quality Issues
Reflective Wave - Protect Your Motor Investment
Common Mode Currents - EMI Gremlins
Motor Cables / VFD Cable
When to Consider Medium Voltage as the Best Solution
PowerFlex 7000 Direct-to-Drive Technology
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Learn how to eliminate installation issues before you turn on the power switch. We will address the most prevalent installation gremlins and offer solutions that will make your next startup as painless as possible. Improper grounding techniques are the number one cause of startup problems. Common Mode currents can wreak havoc on sensitive monitoring equipment and cause premature motor bearing failure. Powerflex 7000 VFDs can save money on initial installation and have no impact on your in-plant power quality. If any of these problems have been troubling you, then this seminar is for you!
PRESENTER: Rick Nusbaum, Drive Systems Engineer, Schaedler Yesco; Dan Dillon, Drive Systems Engineer, Schaedler Yesco; Paul Ricken, Power & Control Area Manager
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Integrated Architecture: New Features & Products in Controllers,
HMI, Motion &
Visualization |
DATE: April
15 TIME: 9:30 AM ROOM:
Governor B
DATE: April
16 TIME: 9:00 AM ROOM:
Governor B
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
New Product Update:
- Logix
- Operator Interface
- I/O, Communications
- MicroLogix
- Linear Actuator
- Servo Motors
- Safety & Safety I/O
Software Enhancements: FactoryTalk View ME, FactoryTalk View SE & RSLogix 5000
Feature Enhancements including Integrated Drives & Add-On Instructions
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Whether you are new to using Rockwell Automation or an experienced veteran, this seminar is for you. Get a sneak peak at the latest controllers, operator interface, I/O, and motion products and talk about enhancements and features to the RSLogix 5000 software, including integrated drives support, add-on instructions and safety control. See the newest releases and enhancements to FactoryTalk View ME and SE from Rockwell Software. A must for everyone!
PRESENTER: Steve Smith, PLC Systems Engineer, Schaedler Yesco; Darryl Jacobs, Solution Architect, Rockwell Automation; Kevin Miller, Motion Control Sales Engineer, Schaedler Yesco; Mike Murphy, Software Product Manager, Schaedler Yesco
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Intelligent Motor Control & Drive Safety |
DATE: April
15 TIME: 3:30 PM ROOM:
Governor B
DATE: April
16 TIME: 9:30 AM ROOM:
Keystone B
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
What is Intelligent Motor Control (IMC)?
PowerFlex Communication Networks and Concepts
DeviceNet - the Most Popular Industrial Communication Network
IMC - Ease of Integration
Safety When Using VFDs
Evaluating Safety Requirements
PowerFlex Safety Drives
DriveGuard Safe-Off Advantages
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Intelligent Motor Control (IMC) can make your installation and startup process easier. The addition of pre-populated tag generators available within the RSLogix5000 programming software make configuration simple. IMC provides the tools to control processes and collect data at all levels of integration. Basic drive safety principles will be discussed and comparisons made between systems without the DriveGuard safety circuit and PowerFlex drives with the feature.
PRESENTER: Rick Nusbaum, Drive Systems Engineer, Schaedler Yesco; Dan Dillon, Drive Systems Engineer, Schaedler Yesco; Paul Ricken, Power & Control Area Manager, Rockwell Automation
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Intro to Kinetix Integrated Motion Hands-On Lab: 5 Minutes to Motion |
 DATE: April
15 TIME: 4:00 PM ROOM:
Governor A
DATE: April
16 TIME: 9:00 AM ROOM:
Keystone A
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Power and Performance-Oriented Nature of the
Integrated Motion Solution
Time Efficient Nature of an Integrated Motion Solution
Creating & Configuring Motion Axis Using RSLogix 5000
Learning Some Basic Motion Instructions
Using Trends to Demonstrate Electronic Gearing
Duplicating and Modifying a Motion Axis
COURSE DESCRIPTION: In this Lab, you will be introduced to the RSLogix 5000 software environment as the single software tool used by the Rockwell Automation integrated motion solution for configuration, programming, troubleshooting and the inherent ease with which you can define your motion process. During this lab you will be able to understand how Logix can help you reduce the number of hardware and software components as well as the flexibility associated with information and data. At the end, you will see how easy it is to create an integrated motion solution!
PRESENTER: Kevin Miller, Motion Control Sales Engineer; Kerry Betz, Automation Engineer
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Justifying Energy Efficient Lighting - Made Easy! |
DATE: April
15 TIME: 11:00 AM ROOM:
Keystone C
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
How and Who to Approach Regarding Lighting Retrofits
Energy Saving Lighting Systems
The Online Total System Cost Analysis
EPAct Issues
EPAct Calculator
Retrofit Services and Capabilities
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Justifying energy saving lighting systems has been difficult - if not a complete mystery - for many. Day-Brite/Capri/Omega can help make it easy! This program features a new online energy calculation program that allows you to show an owner or facilities manager that improving his current lighting system can save significant money on energy and maintenance. The presentation will also address the issue of EPAct and its impact on retrofit opportunities.
PRESENTER: Frank Austin, V.P. National Accounts, Thomas Lighting
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