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Sessions (89)

Convention Center Shuttle

09 Mar 19
6:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Tracks: Registration, Shuttle

Shuttles run continuously during the scheduled times and will be available on a 20 minute loop. A staff person will be available at the pick-up loc... More...

Registration Open (Room Convention Center - Lobby)

09 Mar 19
7:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Tracks: Committee Meeting, Registration

To save time, please pre-register online. Then just come pick up your badge at registration! More...

Exchange Educational Programming Committee Meeting (Room 292)

09 Mar 19
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Committee Meeting

Chair: Lance Lamers, Perdue Agribusiness Co-Chair: Jason Grahek, AGI CMC Co-Chair: Barb Grove, Central Valley Ag Cooperative Meeting open... More...

Membership Committee Meeting (Room 294)

09 Mar 19
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Committee Meeting

Chair: Cheryl Lansink, Comco Vice Chair: Dave Marr, Michigan Agriculture Commodities Meeting open to all members. The Membership Committee pr... More...

Warm Welcome (Room Hilton Riverside - Lobby)

09 Mar 19
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: Special Event

As a welcome to guests staying at the Hilton Riverside, the hotel will be serving NOLA Traditional Gumbo in the lobby as guests check in on Saturda... More...

Chapter Resource Committee Meeting (Room 294)

09 Mar 19
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Committee Meeting

Chair: Wes O’Bannon, Central Valley Ag Cooperative Vice Chair: Gil Garcia, AGI CMC Meeting open to all members. The Chapter Resource Co... More...

Continuing Education Program Oversight Committee (Room 292)

09 Mar 19
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: Committee Meeting

Chair: Chris Blair, NEW Cooperative Inc Vice Chair: Andrew Knapp, APTIM Meeting open to all GEAPS members. More...

NOLA Mixer - VIP Event Exclusively for International and First-Time Attendees (Room Convention Center - Theater Foyer)

09 Mar 19
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Tracks: Companion Event, Social Event, Special Event

GEAPS invites all first-time and international attendees to an exclusive networking event to kick off Exchange. Make connections with industry prof... More...

Get-Acquainted Party Shuttle

09 Mar 19
6:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Tracks: Companion Event, Shuttle, Social Event, Special Event

Shuttles run continuously during the scheduled times and will be available on a 20 minute loop. A staff person will be available at the pick-up loc... More...

Get-Acquainted Party (Room Generations Hall310 Andrew Higgins Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130)

09 Mar 19
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Tracks: Companion Event, Social Event, Special Event

Attend this year’s kick-off party at Generation’s Hall; located In New Orleans’ eclectic warehouse district, just a couple blocks... More...

Convention Center Shuttle

10 Mar 19
5:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Tracks: Opening Workshop, Shuttle

Shuttles run continuously during the scheduled times and will be available on a 20 minute loop. A staff person will be available at the pick-up loc... More...

Fun Run/Walk (Room Hilton Riverside - Lobby Departure)

10 Mar 19
6:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Tracks: Companion Event, Registration, Special Event

Start the morning and Exchange off on the right foot and head out for a refreshing 5k run along the Mississippi River. This event is free for all a... More...

Registration Open (Room Convention Center - Lobby I)

10 Mar 19
6:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Tracks: Opening Workshop, Registration

To save time, please pre-register online. Then just come pick up your badge at registration! More...

Opening Workshop: Why Are They Still Entering Grain Bins? (Room Convention Center - 290)

10 Mar 19
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Tracks: Idea Exchange, Opening Workshop, Property and Casualty Risk Management

Speaker(s): Carol Jones ; Jeff Decker
No matter how well you are prepared, entering a grain bin is a risk. Take it from a survivor, who will share a first-hand account of how fast a gra... More...

Companion Welcome Brunch (Hilton Riverside - Compass Room)

10 Mar 19
9:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Companion Event

Kick off the Exchange 2019 Companion Program with a full continental breakfast and get a taste of some of the New Orleans’ French Quarter cha... More...

Idea Exchange (Room Convention Center - Theater A)

10 Mar 19
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Tracks: Idea Exchange

The Idea Exchange is one of the most exciting educational opportunities at the Exchange. Each year a variety of companies and grain industry profes... More...

Student Day (Room Convention Center - 284)

10 Mar 19
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Student Day

Student Day will give attendees a sense of the grain handling industry. The event is free for all full-time students and accompanying faculty. More...

Expo Grand Opening (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall Entrance)

10 Mar 19
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Expo, Special Event

Join fellow attendees following the Idea Exchange for a New Orleans style jazz band performance. This super high energy jazz and dance performance ... More...

Expo (Room Convention Center - Halls H-I-J)

10 Mar 19
11:15 AM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: Companion Event, Expo

Exhibits open from 11:15am - 6p.m. Expo Lunch served from Noon - 1:00 p.m. Expo Refreshment Break served from 2:30 - 3:00 p.m. Welcom... More...

Expo Lunch (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

10 Mar 19
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: Expo

Complimentary buffet lunch for all attendees and companions. Participating sponsors assist to provide lunch to attendees, companions and everyon... More...

Companion Tour - Taste of the Vieux Carre (Room Hilton Riverside - Lobby Departure)

10 Mar 19
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Companion Event

This event is included in the companion full registration or purchased a la carte. Group will meet at the Hilton Riverside Breezeway Lobby (1st ... More...

Grain Entrapment Demo (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

10 Mar 19
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Expo, Property and Casualty Risk Management

For the first time, the Expo Hall includes a grain entrapment rescue demo. This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for gr... More...

Expo Refreshment Break (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

10 Mar 19
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Expo

Iced Tea & Lemonade will be served in all sponsored lounges within the Expo Hall.  More...

Grain Entrapment Demo (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

10 Mar 19
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM

Tracks: Expo, Property and Casualty Risk Management

For the first time, the Expo Hall includes a grain entrapment rescue demo. This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for gr... More...

Welcome Reception (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

10 Mar 19
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: Companion Event, Expo, Special Event

This Expo Hall event is open to everyone – all registered attendees, exhibitors and companions. Enjoy a networking event with drinks and snac... More...

Student Day Social Event (Room Fulton Alley)

10 Mar 19
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Tracks: Student Day

Students, faculty and GEAPS leaders are invited to attend the Student Day Social Event. The Social Event will be held at Fulton Alley, located at 6... More...

Convention Center Shuttle

11 Mar 19
6:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Tracks: Registration, Shuttle

Shuttles run continuously during the scheduled times and will be available on a 20 minute loop. A staff person will be available at the pick-up loc... More...

Associates Board of Directors Meeting (Room Convention Center - 287)

11 Mar 19
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Tracks: Committee Meeting, Facilities Maintenance and Design

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Registration Open (Room Convention Center - Lobby)

11 Mar 19
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Registration

To save time, please pre-register online. Then just come pick up your badge at registration! More...

Wake-Up Station (Room Convention Center - Education Foyer)

11 Mar 19
7:00 AM - 7:30 AM

Tracks: Committee Meeting, Concurrent Education Session

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Human Performance Reliability in Relationship to Safety (Room Convention Center - 293)

11 Mar 19
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Human Resources Management, Systems and Operations Technology Management

Speaker(s): Phillip Belcher
Imagine if we knew the location of operational risk for human error, allowing us to proactively address critical situations and prevent harm to peo... More...

Understanding and Managing Generations (Room Convention Center - 290)

11 Mar 19
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Facilities Maintenance and Design, Human Resources Management

Speaker(s): Carlie Crouch
Their reputations precede them. Millennials are entitled and lazy, Gen X can't get along, and Baby Boomers are just out of touch. It’s time to stop... More...

Using Infrared Imaging in the Grain Industry (Room Convention Center - 291)

11 Mar 19
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Property and Casualty Risk Management, Systems and Operations Technology Management

Speaker(s): Bryan Buhler
This session is going to focus on how the developing trends in Infrared technology can help you avoid electrical issues. Although visual inspection... More...

Associates Member Meeting (Room Convention Center - 287)

11 Mar 19
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Tracks: Committee Meeting, Concurrent Education Session

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Ed Session Energy Break (Room Convention Center - Education Foyer)

11 Mar 19
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session

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Best Practices for Contractor Prequalification (Room Convention Center - 295)

11 Mar 19
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Facility Operations Management, Process Flow Operations

Speaker(s): Jeff Decker
When a contractor or vendor enters your facility, it’s important to understand the risks and liability associated with their presence. Identifying ... More...

Everything You Need to Know about Controlling Hazardous Energy: OSHA 1910.147 (Room Convention Center - 290)

11 Mar 19
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Facilities Maintenance and Design, Property and Casualty Risk Management

Speaker(s): Joe Mylnek
Do you have an effective energy control program? This session covers common energy sources found in grain handling facilities and the causes of loc... More...

How Big Data Can Increase Profits, Reduce Downtime, and Improve Customer Service (Room Convention Center - 293)

11 Mar 19
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: Agribusiness Environment and Management Practice, Concurrent Education Session, Facility Operations Management

Speaker(s): Rachel Tormbetta
Big Data has continuously evolved and grown since the 1800s, and the same challenges continue to exist today: how do I deploy new technology? Durin... More...

Why Bolts Matter: Facility Inspection Overview (Room Convention Center - 291)

11 Mar 19
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Facilities Maintenance and Design, Quality Management

Speaker(s): Michael Blough
Understanding something like a facility inspection from a different point of view can be enlightening. Inspections can seem overwhelming, especiall... More...

Companion Tour - "Big Easy" City and Louisiana Swamp Tour (Room Hilton Riverside - Lobby Departure)

11 Mar 19
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: Companion Event

This event is included in the companion full registration and can also be purchased a la carte. Group will meet at the Hilton Riverside Breezewa... More...

Expo (Room Convention Center - Halls H-I-J)

11 Mar 19
9:45 AM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Companion Event, Expo

Exhibits open from 9:45 a.m. - 3 p.m. Expo Refreshment Break served from 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.  Expo Lunch served from Noon - 1 p.... More...

Expo Refreshment Break (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM

Tracks: Expo

Coffee will be served in the sponsored lounges within the Expo Hall. More...

Expo Pod 1: Open Belt Conveying Safety (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Expo Pods, Property and Casualty Risk Management

Speaker(s): Jerad Heitzler
Properly working conveyors are one of the best productivity-enhancing tools available. But entrapment in nip points, abrasions, burns and pinch zon... More...

Expo Pod 2: Enclosed Belt Conveyor Installation and Operation (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Equipment Management, Expo Pods

Speaker(s): Mike Spillum
Grain facilities continue to increase how fast they handle product, from truck receiving to rail and barge loadout. Enclosed belt conveyors help co... More...

Expo Pod 3: Explosion Protection Designed Specifically for Bucket Elevators (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Expo Pods, Property and Casualty Risk Management

Speaker(s): Rob Markle
One of the greatest threats to any grain operation is an explosion. A dust or vapor cloud ignition can destroy primary equipment, spread to interco... More...

Expo Pod 4: Pipe Conveyor Technology and Safety (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Equipment Management, Expo Pods

Speaker(s): Jason Illum
What underutilized and environmentally friendly equipment can move bulk materials in a variety of applications over long distances, minimize clean-... More...

Grain Entrapment Demo (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Expo, Property and Casualty Risk Management

For the first time, the Expo Hall includes a grain entrapment rescue demo. This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for gr... More...

Expo Lunch (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: Expo

Complimentary buffet lunch for all attendees and companions.  Participating sponsors assist to provide lunch to attendees, companions and e... More...

Expo Pod 1: Hazard Monitoring Systems: Testing and Verification (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Expo Pods, Systems and Operations Technology Management

Speaker(s): Anthony Leali
You can install the best monitoring equipment, but if it’s not tested, it might not prevent potentially explosive situations. Material handli... More...

Expo Pod 2: Bucket Elevator Safety (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Expo Pods, Property and Casualty Risk Management

Speaker(s): Ted Stephens
Bucket Elevators are the most common location of primary explosions in the grain industry. In this pod session we will explain common bucket elevat... More...

Expo Pod 3: Drag Conveyor Safety (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Expo Pods, Property and Casualty Risk Management

Speaker(s): Wade Spencer
One of the most common pieces of operating machinery in a grain elevator or feed mill is the chain (drag) conveyor. When properly maintained, a cha... More...

Expo Pod 4: Hazard Monitoring Equipment and OSHA Requirements (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Expo Pods, Facility Operations Management

Speaker(s): Scott Chant
It’s important to keep current on OSHA requirements for hazard monitoring, and that’s where this session begins. A life size bucket ele... More...

Grain Entrapment Demo (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Expo, Property and Casualty Risk Management

For the first time, the Expo Hall includes a grain entrapment rescue demo. This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for gr... More...

Expo Refreshment Break (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

11 Mar 19
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Expo

Iced tea & lemonade will be served in the sponsored lounges within the Expo Hall. More...

Efficient Drive Technologies for the Future (Room Convention Center - 293)

11 Mar 19
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Property and Casualty Risk Management, Systems and Operations Technology Management

Speaker(s): Hans Rodgers
If you are interested in overall drive system efficiencies for conveyors or bucket elevators, this session is for you! This presentation offers ins... More...

Maintaining Grain Quality Through Well Designed and Managed Aeration Systems (Room Convention Center - 291)

11 Mar 19
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

Tracks: Agribusiness Environment and Management Practice, Concurrent Education Session, Facility Operations Management

Speaker(s): Francesco Selva
Aeration is one of the most common and safest techniques used to preserve stored grains quality without chemicals. Aeration is environmentally frie... More...

The Power of a Construction Schedule: Best Practices for Construction & Project Management (Room Convention Center - 295)

11 Mar 19
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Facilities Maintenance and Design, Property and Casualty Risk Management

Speaker(s): Casey Jones ; Jim Gales ; Terry Collins
Construction projects require teamwork. The partnering process aligns stakeholder goals and expectations with the project requirements. This sessio... More...

Understanding and Preventing Severe Injuries and Fatalities (SIF) (Room Convention Center - 290)

11 Mar 19
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Equipment Management, Property and Casualty Risk Management

Speaker(s): Tim Boyer
Despite declining injury rates, severe incidents and workplace fatalities (SIF) are on the rise. Understand ways to identify the precursors to SIF ... More...

Ed Session Energy Break (Room Convention Center - Education Foyer)

11 Mar 19
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session

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Facility Design: Maximizing Efficiently and Throughput (Room Convention Center - 295)

11 Mar 19
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Facilities Maintenance and Design, Human Resources Management

Speaker(s): Kurt Rosentrater
Grain elevator facilities have grown and evolved from simple storage sites to large, high-throughput, and highly automated processing plants. This ... More...

From Safety Policy to Passion: Increasing Employee Engagement (Room Convention Center - 290)

11 Mar 19
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Equipment Management, Human Resources Management

Speaker(s): Joe Melton ; William (Bill) Spreeman
This session explores the evolution from a traditional safety culture to an engaged culture owned and driven by an empowered and impassioned workfo... More...

Mergers and Acquisitions 2.0: Evaluating the Intangible (Room Convention Center - 293)

11 Mar 19
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Tracks: Agribusiness Environment and Management Practice, Concurrent Education Session, Facility Operations Management

Speaker(s): Jeffrey Berg ; Nick Clinebell
The merger and acquisition process is handled very differently depending on the situation. Properly valuing the acquisition can provide a successfu... More...

Talent Acquisition: On-Boarding New Talent; Thoughts From an Academic Perspective (Room Convention Center - 291)

11 Mar 19
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Equipment Management, Human Resources Management

Speaker(s): Dr. Andrew 'Dewey' Mann
More than 20% of our workforce may be eligible to retire during the next five years. Is your organization prepared for this impending gap? What is ... More...

Convention Center Shuttle

12 Mar 19
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Shuttle

Shuttles run continuously during the scheduled times and will be available on a 20 minute loop. A staff person will be available at the pick-up loc... More...

Registration Open (Room Convention Center - Lobby)

12 Mar 19
7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Tracks: Quality Management, Registration

To save time, please pre-register online. Then just come pick up your badge at registration! More...

Wake-Up Station (Room Convention Center - Education Foyer)

12 Mar 19
7:00 AM - 7:30 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Registration

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Farm to Flush (Room Convention Center - 293)

12 Mar 19
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Facility Operations Management

Speaker(s): Maureen Olewnik
Prepare to think differently! Explore the complex and interdependent systems that make up the global food system. Learn about the impacts on agricu... More...

Rail Design: On Track Insights for Your Site (Room Convention Center - 290)

12 Mar 19
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Facility Operations Management, Process Flow Operations

Speaker(s): Quin Vincent
Rail design influences facility and process operations, ranging from on-site truck flow to personnel safety and overall site layout. Creating a str... More...

Saving Cost by Monitoring Fumigations (Room Convention Center - 295)

12 Mar 19
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Facility Operations Management

Speaker(s): Rahul Singh
Fumigation can be one of the best ways to deal with pests in stored grain. Fumigants can also be costly, especially if they are not applied using s... More...

Ed Session Energy Break (Room Convention Center - Education Foyer)

12 Mar 19
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Facilities Maintenance and Design

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Energy Supply Options for Grain Drying (Room Convention Center - 295)

12 Mar 19
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Expo, Facilities Maintenance and Design

Speaker(s): Boyden Kneen
Sometimes grain elevators with dryers have a limited allocation of natural gas if they are connected to a common gas line. An SNG system allows you... More...

How Tired is Too Tired? How Fatigue is Impacting Your Business (Room Convention Center - 291)

12 Mar 19
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Human Resources Management, Property and Casualty Risk Management

Speaker(s): Emily Whitcomb
Fatigue is a factor in workplace productivity and increases the risk of employee incidents and injuries. One study found that 13% of workplace inju... More...

The Importance of Price Risk Management to the Grain Merchandiser (Room Convention Center - 293)

12 Mar 19
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: Concurrent Education Session, Facility Operations Management

Speaker(s): Richard Jelinek
This interactive session helps all levels of grain elevator employees receive a comprehensive introduction to price risk management. Learn about yo... More...

Utilizing Laser Scanning with your Next Facility Project (Room Convention Center - 290)

12 Mar 19
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: Agribusiness Environment and Management Practice, Concurrent Education Session, Facilities Maintenance and Design

Speaker(s): Ross McEllhiney
Are you planning your next facility project? This session reviews the benefits of using technology and new planning approaches. The combination of ... More...

Expo (Room Convention Center - Halls H-I-J)

12 Mar 19
9:45 AM - 1:45 PM

Tracks: Companion Event, Expo

Exhibits open from 9:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. Expo Refreshment Break served from 9:45 - 10:15 a.m. Expo Lunch served from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 ... More...

Expo Refreshment Break (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

12 Mar 19
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM

Tracks: Expo

Coffee will be served in the sponsored lounges within the Expo Hall. More...

Expo Pod 1: Bulk Material Handling Safety Devices and Sensors (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

12 Mar 19
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Expo Pods, Systems and Operations Technology Management

Speaker(s): Bob Reis
Safety systems are increasingly deployed for bulk material handling equipment, and proactive sensing efforts continue to increase for many faciliti... More...

Expo Pod 2: Pneumatic Conveying Safety (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

12 Mar 19
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Expo Pods, Property and Casualty Risk Management

Speaker(s): Dave Link
While pneumatic conveying systems do not have as many high-speed rotating safety concerns as bucket elevators, drag conveyors, belt conveyors, lift... More...

Expo Pod 3: Conveyor and Elevator Belting Best Practices (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

12 Mar 19
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Equipment Management, Expo Pods

Speaker(s): Angela Field
What do you need to know to keep your facility up and running at its peak performance? Conveyors and bucket elevators are the workhorse of many gra... More...

Expo Pod 4: Fire Prevention Systems for Bucket Elevators (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

12 Mar 19
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Expo, Expo Pods, Systems and Operations Technology Management

Speaker(s): Grant Garcia
Experience and research shows that the key to minimizing production downtime and damage due to fire and dust explosions is detecting and eliminatin... More...

Grain Entrapment Demo (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

12 Mar 19
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Tracks: Expo, Expo Pods, Property and Casualty Risk Management

For the first time, the Expo Hall includes a grain entrapment rescue demo. This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for gr... More...

Expo Lunch (Room Convention Center - Expo Hall)

12 Mar 19
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Closing Workshop, Expo

Complimentary buffet lunch for all attendees and companions.  Participating sponsors assist to provide lunch to attendees, companions and e... More...

Closing Workshop: ArcFlash - A Multi-Faceted Examination (Room Convention Center - 290)

12 Mar 19
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Closing Workshop, Property and Casualty Risk Management, Social Event

Speaker(s): Dave Marr ; Eric Dorn ; Joe Schommer
This exciting closing workshop always garners high interest and attendance. During this session, industry experts discuss approaches to performing ... More...

President's Reception and Banquet Shuttle

12 Mar 19
4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Tracks: Companion Event, Shuttle, Social Event, Special Event

Shuttles run continuously during the scheduled times and will be available on a 20 minute loop. A staff person will be available at the pick-up loc... More...

President's Reception and Banquet (Room Mardi Gras World - 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl)

12 Mar 19
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Tracks: Companion Event, Special Event, Student Day

This year's banquet will be at Mardi Gras World - 1380 Port of New Orleans Place A complimentary shuttle will be available from 4:30 p.... More...

Zen-Noh Grain Facility Tour (Room Hilton Riverside - Lobby Departure)

13 Mar 19
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Tracks: Special Event

This tour is now sold-out. Join other Exchange attendees as you take a trip to tour the Zen Noh Grain Facility. The tour will last about 2 hou... More...