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September 2008
Optimising Operational Outages Conference
September 9 - 10
Vienna, Austria
The Optimising Operational Outages Conference will focus on how to manage outages in the best possible way, keep outage time to a minimum and maximize efficiency. This conference will bring together leaders in the field of power generation to address current issues and new techniques. Attendees will be given the opportunity to benchmark with market leaders and learn about best practices and new technologies. The CEO from Welsh Power Group will present a case study on how to improve productively, which lowers resource requirements and project costs. The head of mechanical maintenance from Verbund will present a case study on the implementation of software tools that can be used to evaluate accurate scope prediction and risk. An overview of a pre-shutdown hazard analysis will be detailed by another top industry speaker. Other represented power companies include RWE NPower, Centrica Energy UK, Teesside Power, Landsvirkjun and CNE.
Maintenance Planning and Scheduling
September 15 - 17
New Orleans
This widely acclaimed seminar provides instruction and workshops intended to develop and improve maintenance efforts. New Standard's practical approach and exciting presentation has made this session popular with maintenance planners/schedulers, supervisors and maintenance managers.
Microsoft Project for Maintenance
September 15 - 17
New Orleans
This is a hands-on seminar designed specifically for maintenance workers. Project-management software isn't just about Gantt charts and task lists anymore – learn to make the most of Microsoft Project in all phases of maintenance activity. Applicable to a range of maintenance operations, from projects as large as multimillion-dollar petrochemical turnarounds to those as small as a single-minute exchange of die, the benefits of a well-implemented Microsoft Project program are broad and can significantly affect your bottom line.
September 16 - 17
Rome, Italy
The Digital Oilfields Conference will concentrate on the integration of technology both from a workforce and a software perspective. Attendees will learn about current strategies and how to incorporate these practice in their own operations. This event will cover how to implement new technologies with existing people and work processes. Speakers will present case studies and conduct panel discussions to give attendees the best advice from first-hand experience. The expert speaker panel will provide lively discussion of best practice experience, assessment of associated challenges and how to successfully confront them.
Contract Risk Management for the Oil and Gas Industry Conference
September 16 - 17
Brussels, Belgium
This conference will address concerns in the oil and gas industry, including contracting, risk allocation, price and dispute prevention. Interactive panel discussions will offer the latest legal developments, assist in reducing contract costs and establish long-term, mutually profitable relationships. The business development and commercial manager from OMV International will offer a case study on petroleum agreements, sharing his experience covering political instability and risk assessment. The head of LNG and Complex Projects from Siemens Oil and Gas Division will discuss a case study on creating efficient models to allocate and manage risk, and how risk-management tools can help identify the hidden risks associated with construction and engineering contracts. The general counsel from Energy Charter will share advice and solutions when disputes cannot be resolved using arbitrage. A speaker from Genesis Oil and Gas Consultants will describe methods of resolving disputes through mediation.
Advanced! Microsoft Project for Maintenance
September 18 - 19
New Orleans
A continuation of the intro seminar, this hands-on session is designed specifically for those who have used Microsoft Project to manage a major shutdown. Go beyond the limits of the program to build templates and processes that will make your shutdown sing. The session is designed for projects as large as multimillion dollar petrochemical turnarounds and those as small as a single-minute die-exchanges.
September 18 - 19
New Orleans
Rising prices of gas, coal and oil are playing a major role in your company’s profitability. This Energy Management seminar can be the first step toward providing the solutions you need be a problem solver at your facility. Quick and easy solutions will be presented, as well as longer-term energy policies.
September 23 - 25
Rosemont, Ill.
See the latest advances in every area of design and manufacturing including engineering, automation technology, computer-aided design and manufacturing, rapid prototyping, production machinery, material handling, lasers, motors and drives, networking, enterprise IT, electronics, components, device communications materials, quality systems and much more! Meet with thousands of leading suppliers who know your industry. Suppliers with years of experience serving the aerospace/aviation, transportation/motor vehicle, defense, electronics, medical/pharmaceutical, computer/communications, food and beverage, industrial/agricultural, household appliance, and other high-tech industries. Discuss your product specifications and requirements with exhibitors' knowledgeable technical staff. Learn from the expers at the technical conference. The National Manufacturing Week conference provides the latest technical training manufacturing professionals need to remain competitive in today's global marketplace. Industry leaders present practical tools designed for immediate application to your business.
October 2008
Programma Users Group "Best Practices Seminar"
October 6
Pittsburgh
Megger’s contribution to Finepoint’s 15th Annual Circuit Breaker Test and Maintenance Training Conference takes the form of a one-day seminar to be held on Oct. 6, 2008 at the Omni Hotel. The seminar, which is free and includes lunch, will focus on best practices in circuit-breaker testing, with particular reference to Megger’s new Programma range of test sets. To ensure that all those attending the seminar derive the maximum benefit from it, Megger is following the opening group session with three other sessions, each of which has three options. Delegates can choose to attend any combination of options from the three sessions and have a choice of nine different programs that they can follow. This allows them to match the program to their own particular needs. Among the topics covered are circuit-breaker testing in high-voltage substations, ground testing in complex environments, measurement methods and interpretation of results, best practices on power transformer condition evaluation and CABA for reporting and data management.
ARC's Digital Plant of the Future Forum
October 13 - 15
Houston
Asset-intensive organizations suffer staggering losses each year as a result of poor asset information management. Fast access to complete, accurate information is the foundation for operational excellence in Asset Lifecycle Management. Learn how your peers have implemented best-in-class programs at ARC's Digital Plant of the Future Forum: Optimize Asset Lifecycle Performance through Better Asset Information Management, Oct. 13-15, Houston.
October 20 - 23
Cleveland
This year's Annual Conference is taking place Oct. 20-23, 2008 in Cleveland. The SMRP Annual Conference is one of the largest maintenance and reliability conferences in North America. Session tracks are divided among the five pillars of the SMRP body of knowledge: business management, manufacturing process reliability, equipment reliability, people skills and work management. Additional activities include the SMRP Initiatives Track, many educational workshop opportunities and off-site plant tours.
October 26 - 29
San Antonio, Texas
SAP for Utilities will premiere as the first North American forum for professionals from all over the world to come together and explore critical SAP solutions for utilities. Discover tips and tricks from industry thought leaders and subject matter experts, and learn how your utility can obtain the transformation needed to successfully face the challenges of tomorrow. SAP for Utilities 2008 is a collaboration between SAP, ASUG and Eventure Events, and is an exceptional forum for networking, sharing and learning the best-practice strategies focused specifically on SAP for Utilities solutions.
November 2008
November 3 - 7
Peppermill Hotel, Reno, Nev.
InfraMation, now in its 9th year, will feature many customer/end-user presentations on a variety of infrared camera applications including building sciences and diagnostics, manufacturing and industrial automation, predictive maintenance, research and development, and much more. This conference offers a chance to explore the latest infrared camera applications in a hands-on environment, learning from industry experts while networking with your peers from around the world. The conference that will help you harness the latest innovations in infrared camera technology in order to spot problems faster and more efficiently, improve worker safety, avert production downtime and satisfy insurance auditors. The conference is designed for anyone who wants to learn more about infrared and thermal imaging applications.
November 4 - 6
Charleston, S.C.
The Life Cycle Institute introduces its newest course: Asset Maintenance Plans. The three-day course is designed for people responsible for the installation, the commission, the operation or the maintenance of capital assets and auxiliary equipment. This includes project engineers, reliability engineers, maintenance managers, operations managers and engineering technicians. The course steps through the fundamental building blocks to create a strategy for asset maintenance. Participants will have the opportunity to receive hands-on instruction to identify a process of collecting data for maintenance plans. The course will be delivered by Keith Mobley and Mike Poland. Mobley has earned an international reputation as one of the premier consultants in the fields of plant performance optimization, reliability engineering, predictive maintenance and effective management. Poland specializes in life cycle asset management with a focus on increased asset utilization at the lowest total cost of ownership.
December 2008
14th Annual Middle East Maintenance Management Conference
December 14 - 18
JW Marriott Hotel, Dubai
The 14th Annual Middle East Maintenance Management Conference is designed for managers and engineers to update your understanding of new maintenance management concepts and to build your competencies in overcoming obstacles and devising maintenance strategies and plans. In a demanding environment, you have to achieve maximum return from your equipment and production installations by having the right maintenance management strategies and implement them effectively. Attend this conference and you will learn from practitioners and experts in the field of maintenance how to develop and implement new maintenance strategies, reduce the cost of downtime and optimize productivity. The 14th Middle East Maintenance Management Conference agenda offers a range of case studies and best practice guidance on the latest maintenance trends and developments. The event will have a mixture of keynote speeches, case studies, workshops, a strategic focus day and the Maintenance Game. Whatever the level of your experience, you will discover new solutions and processes that will support your efforts back in your organization. This senior-level conference is aimed at leaders of the maintenance industry who are at the forefront of the maintenance challenge.
January 2009
January 18 - 21
Clearwater Hilton Resort, Clearwater Beach, Fla.
UE Systems will host its fifth annual Ultrasound World Conference, scheduled from Sunday, Jan. 18 through Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009. Ultrasound World offers a series of technical presentations and informative case studies, which are presented by experienced ultrasound technology users. Packed with useful information for the benefit of maintenance and plant operations professionals, these presentations involve all aspects of predictive maintenance and energy conservation. Topics will focus on inspection methods relating to such subjects as: compressed air leak management, steam trap audits, bearing and mechanical analysis and electrical emission analysis. Experts will report on successful programs involving the integration of predictive technologies such as ultrasound, vibration, infrared, oil analysis and motor current analysis.
February 2009
ARC Advisory Group’s 13th Annual Forum
February 2 - 5
Orlando, Fla.
Sustainability is meeting present needs while providing for the needs of the future. Sustainable manufacturing has emerged to define a socially, environmentally, and resource-responsible approach to manufacturing: design and produce environmentally friendly products, in environmentally friendly plants, with environmentally friendly supply chains. At ARC Advisory Group’s Winning Strategies and Best Practices for Sustainable Manufacturing Forum in Orlando, Feb. 2-5, sustainability will be defined in terms that are actionable for a manufacturing business. Join your peers to learn the right strategies, technologies, and practices to address your company’s challenges for sustainability. For more information, visit the event Web site.
International Pump Users Symposium
February 24 - 26
Houston
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.
March 2009
April 2009
Lean Manufacturing 2009 | Reliability World 2009 | Lubrication Excellence 2009
April 28 - 30
Columbus, Ohio
Attending Noria's Lean Manufacturing, Reliability and Lubrication Excellence conferences and exhibition will help you learn and apply the best maintenance and reliability practices and strategies to achieve measurable results in your plant. In a post-conference study, more than 80% of 2006 attendees said that their companies would definitely gain efficiencies and save money from what they learned.
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