Catalyst: A Women In Industry Conference
2023-03-22 08:00 - 2023-03-23 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Riverview Plaza Hotel, 64 South Water Street, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
Join women in industry from Alabama and the Gulf Coast at Catalyst, a conference created specifically for women in industry. Catalyst is designed to address the most important and prevalent issues facing women working in manufacturing and industrial settings. This is the first event of its kind held in Alabama. Our hope is to draw women together to connect, inspire, and empower one another.
Join us for the 2023 Welcome Reception! This reception will kick off the inaugural Catalyst Conference!
Here’s what you can expect:
A variety of delicious food and beverages, showcasing Mobile and the gulf coast flavors;

Interactive opportunities to meet new colleagues and catch up with some you may already know!
The opening reception is an additional fee unless you are an event sponsor.

Manufacture Alabama has secured a room block at the Riverview Plaza Hotel at a rate of $175/night. To book your group rate, click here. Last day to book is Wednesday, February 22, 2023.
Book your group rate for ‘Catalyst: A Women in Industry Conference’
A tentative program and schedule of events can be found by clicking here.
Sponsorship of Catalyst benefits GLAM, a 501(c)(3) created to generate interest in manufacturing careers among the next generation of women in the workforce. To learn more about GLAM, visit girlslearningaboutmanufacturing.comgirlslearningaboutmanufacturing.com.

Fundamentals of Pump Repair
2023-03-24 08:00 - 2023-03-25 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Pittsburgh, PA, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Presented by Gene Vogel
EASA Pump & Vibration Specialist
Seminar Content
The seminar will cover the common repair procedures for centrifugal pumps, including submersible pumps, vertical turbine pumps, single stage end suction pumps and split case pumps. The procedures are also applicable to other style pumps. For each type of pump, the inspection, disassembly, evaluation, repair and reassembly functions are presented. General pump test procedures will also be discussed.
Seminar highlights

The importance of initial pump inspection
Documentation
How to evaluate pump condition and specify repairs
Disassembly procedures
Repair tips for specific style pumps
Common machine repairs
Mechanical seal installation
Pump final testing

Note: Many specific mechanical repair procedures are common to electric motor repair and are covered in detail in the EASA Mechanical Repair Fundamentals seminar.
What To Bring
Instructional items will be provided. You should need only note-taking materials.
Seminar Hours
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday Webinar: Vertical Pumps & Failure Modes
2023-04-05 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Instructor Mike Mancini discusses failure modes specific to vertical pumps and the ways to identify, analyze, and correct failures.

Texas Water 2023
2023-04-11 08:00 - 2023-04-14 17:00 (America/Chicago) | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
Texas Water is the joint annual conference of the Texas Section American Water Works Association and the Water Environment Association of Texas.
The conference is celebrating it’s 27th year as the Largest Regional Water Conference in the U.S.© and caters to professionals in the wastewater and water industry, including water quality engineers, treatment plant technicians, scientists, government officials, regulatory agency personnel, manufacturers and their agents, libraries, universities and groups and individuals concerned with protecting public health and the environment.
Texas Water’s location rotates around various cities in Texas each year and includes technical sessions, exhibits, competitions, networking opportunities and much, much more!

Modeling a Ram Pump
2023-04-19 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
A Ram Pump is an automatic pumping device that is capable of pumping water to higher elevations
than its original source; without using electricity or any other power sources. It uses two moving parts,
and is therefore mechanically very simple. Join AFT for the webinar understand this interesting device and
how to model it using AFT Impulse.
Presenter: Reinaldo Pinto, Technical Sales Director
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (MST)

Keeping it Simple - Some Truths About Maintenance Processes
2023-04-20 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
In this second webinar, featuring Reliability and Maintenance Management expert Christer Idhammar, you’re going to get a glimpse into why “knowing why” is important in managing maintenance and how knocking bolts became the catalyst behind Christer’s philosophy. You’ll also learn some forgotten truths about managing maintenance processes.
Speakers
Christer Idhammar is a world-renowned expert within Reliability and Maintenance. His career began in the Swedish merchant marine where he started developing fundamentals of his Results Oriented Reliability and Maintenance Management concept. During the last 40 years this concept has evolved during his time as mechanic crafts person, engineer, manager, consult, educator and philosopher, reliability guru and company leader. As a consultant he started the Idhammar group of companies in 1972 and his own company IDCON INC in the US. His memoir “Knocking Bolts” details his journey’s throughout the world and how those experiences directly tie to Reliability and Maintenance.

Demo Day At The Water Tower
2023-04-21 08:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | The Water Tower, 2500 Clean Water Court, Buford, GA, 30519, United States
Demo Day provides the opportunity for water technology companies and manufacturers, consulting and engineering firms, and water utilities to spend the day experiencing the industry’s latest technologies in the field and in the control room while networking with public, private and nonprofit peers. Their first Demo Day in 2022 attracted over 400 attendees from across the country from water and wastewater utilities, businesses, and other organizations. Over 40 companies were represented during the first event.
Sponsorship, exhibitor, and attendee registration are now open for #DemoDay23. Check out the different ways to participate in Demo Day below.
Need points? Up to 6 CEU credits will be available for attendees through classes offered during Demo Day. Visit their events calendar to view and register for classes (separate registration required).
This event is FREE for water and wastewater utility staff and lunch will be provided to all attendees.

Principles of Medium and Large AC Motors - NEMA
2023-04-28 08:00 - 2023-04-29 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Atlanta, GA, Atlanta, GA, United States
Presented by Mike Howell
EASA Technical Support Specialist
About the program
The seminar and its companion manual have been developed by Austin Bonnett, EASA’s education and technology consultant, in collaboration with EASA’s Technical Support Specialists and members of EASA’s Technical Education Committee.
While the course covers horizontal and vertical squirrel-cage induction motors in the 300 to 5,000 horsepower range, low and medium voltage, most of the principles covered apply to other sizes as well. This seminar focuses primarily on NEMA motors.
Seminar highlights include:

Motor theory
Applications
Safety considerations
Root cause failure analysis overview
Test and inspection procedures
Starting methods and connections
Accessories
Stator construction and design
Rotor construction and design
Bearing types and lubrication systems
Shaft construction
Motor geometry and alignment
Vibration and noise
Cleaning, reconditioning, storage
What to bring
Instructional items will be provided. You should need only note-taking materials.

Seminar hours
Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm

Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) 2023
2023-05-01 08:00 - 2023-05-04 17:00 (America/Chicago) | NRG Park in Houston, Texas, Houston, 77054, United States
The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is where energy professionals meet to exchange ideas and opinions to advance scientific and technical knowledge for offshore resources and environmental matters.
Celebrating 50 years since 1969, OTC’s flagship conference is held annually at NRG Park (formerly Reliant Park) in Houston. OTC has expanded technically and globally with OTC Brasil and OTC Asia.
OTC is sponsored by 13 industry organizations and societies, who work cooperatively to develop the technical program. OTC also has endorsing and supporting organizations.

Capturing Pressure Losses with Resistance Curves - Best Practices
2023-05-03 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
It is easy to model valves, orifice, screens and more from correlated equations. However, often piping systems have unique components which have no correlation. Enter ‘resistance curves’. Join us to learn when you should use resistance curves, the necessary information, and best practices to avoid introducing issues into your model. These concepts apply to all AFT products.
Presenter: Nick Vastine, Business Applications Engineer II
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (MDT)

Wednesday Webinar: Submersible Pump Fundamentals
2023-05-03 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Instructor Bob Jennings discusses how a submersible pump operates, the design and functions of the pump components, a basic pump station design, and the importance of level controls.

Root Cause Failure Analysis - 2nd Edition
2023-05-05 08:00 - 2023-05-06 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Hilton Cincinnati Airport, 7373 Turfway Rd, Florence, OH, 41042, United States
Presented by Chuck Yung
EASA Senior Technical Support Specialist
Seminar Content
One of the most important factors to consider when repairing motors is to understand why they failed. This seminar will focus on common as well as unusual types of failures broken down by components.
EASA Root Cause Failure Analysis – 2nd Ed. This seminar is intended for anyone interested in understanding motor failures, and those who want to serve customers by addressing the cause of failure rather than the symptom. An extensive resource manual includes hundreds of photos of a wide range of failures, with the likely causes listed, and a clear methodology for confirming the probable cause of each failure.
Seminar highlights

Root cause methodology
Bearing failures
Winding failures
Rotor failures
Shaft failures
Mechanical failures
DC motor failures
Accessory failures
Case studies

Important
To reap the full benefit of the Root Cause Failure Analysis seminar, attendees should have basic knowledge of electric motors either through experience or from attending EASA’s Principles of Medium & Large AC Motors seminar.
What To Bring
Instructional items will be provided. You should need only note-taking materials.
Class Hours
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location of Event
Hilton Cincinnati Airport
7373 Turfway Rd
Florence, OH 41042
+ 1 859 371 4400

Work Management Maintenance Planning and Scheduling Training
2023-05-09 08:00 - 2023-05-10 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Raleigh, NC, Raleigh, NC, United States
Learn in person or online
2023 Dates
May 9 -10 OR October 2 – 3 in Raleigh, NC
This course delivers the fundamental best practices and tools for planning and scheduling of maintenance work. Download the outline
Learn:

What planners should be doing
How to screen and approve work orders based on real priorities not emotions
How to manage your backlog
How to plan work and schedule work that uses resources effectively
How to implement a Work Management System that improves uptime and keeps your team safe!

You’ll receive IDCON’s “Maintenance Planning and Scheduling” book with your course registration, a $99 value.
This course aligns to SMRP’s Work Management Pillar of the Body of Knowledge and awards 12 course instruction hours
Start your RMIC® certification journey with UT Knoxville and IDCON. As an approved provider 3 of our courses satisfies a portion of the certification. Learn more

Keeping it Simple - Some principles of successful reliability and maintenance management Part 3: You want to be a R & M Consultant?
2023-05-11 09:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
If you’ve been in reliability and maintenance management for a while, you may be thinking “I know a lot, I should be a consultant!” It’s not as easy as you think. In this 3rd webinar, Christer Idhammar reveals what it takes to be a successful Reliability and Maintenance management consultant. Even if you don’t want to be a consultant, you’ll learn some valuable insights about key principles in maintenance management.

Sulzer Services Orange Service Center Expansion
2023-05-11 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Sulzer Electromechanical Services Orange Service Center, 3904 Tulane Road, Orange, TX, 77630, United States
Sulzer Services is proud to announce the expansion of our Electromechanical Services Orange, Texas Service Center!
Join Sulzer on Thursday, May 11, 2023, for a customer open house day.
Sulzer’s Expansion Offers:
20,000 square foot, climate-controlled motor, and asset storage warehouse
Balance Rollers up to 12 feet
New Motors
Rotating Equipment Repairs Including:
AC & DC Electrical Motors
Generators
Steam Turbines
Submersible Pumps
Gear Boxes
Ribbon Cutting and Open House Day!
10:00 – Arrival & Refreshments
10:30 – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
11:30 – Lunch Available
12:00 & 12:30 – Service Center Tours
1:00 – Get to know GE Wolong Motors | Presented by: Fady Saleeb, GE
2:00 – Toshiba VFD: Energy Efficiency and Motor Reliability | Presented by: Patrick West, Toshiba
3:00 – Motor Design: Root Cause Failure Analysis | Presented by: Anirudh Annavajhala, Sulzer Electromechanical Services
4:30 – Closing

What is NPSH?
2023-05-23 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Presented by Rich Medairos, P.E., and Brett Zerba
TOPICS INCLUDE:

Why is it important
Open versus closed loop system
Who’s responsible for the NPSH
NPSHa versus NPSHr
Lab testing

Tuesday, May 23, 2023
12:00 PM-1:00 PM EST

2023 AFT Training Seminar
2023-06-05 08:00 - 2023-06-09 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA, Colorado Springs, CO, United States
Whether you’re new or experienced, you’ll find AFT seminars a worthwhile investment of your time. In-person training seminars are held in Colorado Springs, CO, USA, and are led by their professional engineers.
Attendees will learn hydraulic flow and gas flow analysis techniques while gaining tips and tricks to make the process seamless.
Seminars include the use of a computer and software, and each attendee is provided extensive training materials to keep for reference.

AFT Fathom
Incompressible Flow
System Modeling
AFT Arrow
Compressible Flow
System Modeling
AFT Impulse*
Waterhammer & Surge
System Modeling

June 5-6, 2023
June 7-8, 2023
June 7-9, 2023

AFT Fathom™
In-Person Training Seminar

Model pumping systems
Pump and valve sizing
Incompressible flow hydraulic theory
Use scenario manager
Troubleshoot models
Introduction to add-on modules
Network solution methodology
Understanding solution control
Sizing control valves
Modeling systems with heat transfer

AFT Arrow™
In-Person Training Seminar

Modeling real gases
Understanding sonic choking
Modeling systems with gas mixing
Compressible flow hydraulic theory
Use scenario manager
Troubleshoot models
Introduction to add-on modules
Network solution methodology
Understanding solution control
Sizing control valves
Modeling systems with heat transfer

AFT Impulse™
In-Person Training Seminar

Understand surge communication times
Modeling transient cavitation
Model pump transients, including inertial effects
Modeling time & event based transients
Model relief & vacuum breaker valves
Troubleshoot AFT Impulse models
Predict unbalanced pipe forces
Choosing the best trade-offs between model run times
Model pipe sectioning round off errors
Understand graph & animation features
Size & locate surge suppression equipment

Sulzer Pump Services In Chattanooga
2023-06-07 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | 4126 Caine Lane Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421, 4126 Caine Lane, Chattanooga, TN, 37421, United States
Chattanooga Service Center Capabilities:

OEM-X line specialty pump service: reverse engineering, manufacturing and certification of pumps for any pump model
QA program certified to meet 10CFR50 Appendix B, part 21, and ASME N & NPT Class 1, 2, and 3
Onsite vertical pump testing facility
Comprehensive Machine Shop
40-Ton crane capacity
Turnkey solutions in the shop and with 24/7 field service

Open House Offerings:
8:30 am – 9:00 am | Welcome & Refreshments
9:00 am – 11:00 am | Class #1
11:00 am – 11:30 am | Shop Tour
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm | Class #2
Class #1
Horizontal Multi-Stage Pump
This exciting hands-on workshop offers a practical opportunity to learn on a physical, multi-stage, horizontal pump. Designed for the process colling water application, the pump top cover and bearing housing covers are removed to display internal components. Topics include pump design and operation.
Class #2
Four-Part Series | 30 minutes each
How Pumps Work and Behave in a System
Bolt Torquing as a System and operating Experience, OE
Forced Feed Lube Oil Systems
Stuffing Box Configurations
Win a FREE Pump Training Class!
Register by:
May 5, 2023
For a chance to win an exclusive Sulzer 3-day pump training class!
*Winner announced live at the Open House, and must be present to win.
*Free training class must be used by June 30, 2025.

Valve World Americas 2023
2023-06-07 08:00 - 2023-06-08 17:00 (America/Chicago) | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
Meeting Point for the Valve Community
Valve World Americas Expo & Conference 2023 looks forward to welcoming thousands of attendees to the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. Attendees will get a broad overview of the latest technologies, components and systems in the field of industrial flow control presented by nearly 300 exhibitors from the United States, Asia, Canada, Europe, India, Mexico, etc. The Valve World Americas Expo & Conference 2023 will once again serve as the meeting point for the flow control industry, showcasing the growth in interest by exhibitors and attendees who will experience the technologically in-depth conference program, product showcases on the expo floor, and incredible networking opportunities.
Display your products to the market of the Americas
Valve World Americas Expo 2023 will bring the world’s leading valve companies and the end-users from the process industry together.
Manufacturers, suppliers, fabricators and distributors will showcase their latest products and forge business relationships for the years ahead. More than 250 globally located companies will be presenting their newest products and latest services. Experienced technical and sales staff will be on hand from exhibitors to answer your questions, provide information and to showcase their company, products and services. The main focus of the exhibition will be on the large and important valve markets of North, Central and South America.
The exhibition will be held in conjunction with the Valve World Americas Conference 2023. This combination will bring the best of the most important areas (valve companies, EPCs and end-users) together to strengthen relationships, meet existing and new customers, and exchange ideas and opinions face-to-face. Whether you are a long-time participant, or are considering attending for the first time, you will encounter a high level of expertise and networking opportunities all wrapped up in an informal, friendly, and social atmosphere aimed at exchanging useful information.
The 2023 event will return to Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center to welcome end users, consultants, distributors, manufacturers and suppliers to network, share experiences and discover new products and innovations in the flow control industry.
High Quality Conference Program
The Valve World Americas event will cover a variety of valve and valve-related topics that are essential to today’s valve market. There will be plenary presentations on a number of hot themes in the valve industry, including the future of shale gas and the outlook on the energy industry. For attendees looking to attain professional development hours, conference delegates will be awarded certificates of completion for participation. Certificates will be available for pick up during the event Closing Ceremony.
Informative workshops will cover topics such as:

Valve technology for cryogenic applications
Valve Design
Valve testing for emissions
Materials specification & Casting
Supply Chain
Valve Asset Management
Performance and validation
Valve Assemblies Reliability Prediction
Maintenance & Repair

Wednesday Webinar: Overhung Pump Basics
2023-06-07 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Join instructor Brad Hutchinson as he explores the design features and troubleshooting tips for horizontal overhung pumps.

LRVS APAC
2023-06-14 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Singapore) | Webinar
LRVS has become a community of like minded professionals who can connect, collaborate and add value to each other. It is a platform where stakeholders from across various sectors such as Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Manufacturing, Mining, Energy and so many more can share ideas, chart new ways to revolutionize the sector and stay informed of the current trends.
LRVS is a meeting place for major global stakeholders and game changers who are making their impact on the world. Join us!
June 14, 2023​
9 am-5 pm Singapore time (GMT+8)

Carbon Capture and the Role of Engineered Check Valves
2023-06-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
DFT has heard a lot about carbon capture recently, which is becoming an increasingly important topic. This webinar will explore the alternative processes associated with carbon capture and the integral role of engineered check valves in these processes.
During this presentation, DFT will discuss what carbon dioxide is, how it is produced, methods of capturing carbon dioxide, how the captured gas is transported, different methods of storage, and uses in enhanced oil recovery.
DFT will explore selection of the appropriate check valves within the different carbon capture processes, including valve materials and pressure classes, highlighting their importance in maintaining optimal system performance and efficiency.
Key Takeaways

Understand what carbon dioxide is and how it can impact the environment.
Explore key methods of capturing carbon dioxide.
Learn how carbon dioxide is transported from producers to storage sites.
Examine the technologies involved in carbon dioxide sequestration (storage).
Gain insight into how carbon dioxide is used for enhanced oil recovery.

Speaker
Stephen O’Neill, Director of Sales & Marketing, DFT, Inc.
O’Neill has earned an MBA and is a degreed mechanical engineer with 30 years of experience in the valve industry including check valves, control valves, pressure relief valves and pulse jet valves.

Rocky Mountain Pump Solutions Seminar
2023-06-23 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver, CO, 7001 Yampa Street, Denver, CO, 80249, United States
You’re invited to an exclusive Pump Solutions Seminar, offered only by Sulzer Pump Services in beautiful Denver, Colorado.
On Friday June 23, 2023 join Sulzer’s experts for a full day of sessions, a visit to their Rocky Mountain Pump Service Center and a special invitation to the Colorado Rockies game at Coors Field!
This full-day event is our commitment to offering you the best-in-class pump solutions available, and how to overcome market demand challenges you face today and in the future.
Sulzer is your partner in all rotating equipment repair needs.
Pump Solutions Seminar Day’s Events:
9:00am – 10:00am: Session 1
10:30am – 11:30am: Session 2
11:30 am – 1:00 pm: Lunch
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Session3
2:30 pm – 4:30 pm: Transportation and Service Center Tour
4:30 pm – Game’s End: Transportation and Rockies vs Angels
Rocky Mountain Service Center Capabilities:

Fully equipped to maintain and repair all types of vertical, horizontal and centrifugal pumps
20,000square-foot work space
Lathes from 24” to 120” swings and planner mill from 56” to 138”
Quick-turn pump cell
Reverse engineering, rapid prototyping and manufacture of third-party parts
24-hour emergency repair

Sulzer is excited to host you for a day of learning, networking and fun!
Sulzer will provide the day’s meals, transportation and a private suite at Coors Field!

EASA 2023 Convention
2023-06-24 08:00 - 2023-06-27 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, 201 Waterfront St, National Harbor, MD, 20745, United States
Early details about EASA’s 2023 Annual Convention & Solutions Expo are now live! Get an early look at what’s on the schedule of events and learn about the fantastic venue – The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center!
Submit your completed voucher to EASA by June 16 and your complimentary expo badge will be ready when you arrive at EASA 2023. Please note: Vouchers are not redeemable on-site, they must be submitted by June 16.
Expo vouchers are for qualified electrical service center personnel, service center customers, end users and other purchasers only. Email or fax your completed form to EASA by June 16 to redeem voucher and for Express Badge Processing.
Complimentary Expo Badge Voucher

Wednesday Webinar: Shaft Alignment
2023-07-05 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Join guest instructor Turvac, Inc as they discuss the importance of proper alignment when it comes to the health of rotating machinery.
Wednesday July 5, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:30 Central (Chicago)
Register Here

Drive Software Tools
2023-07-11 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Discover software tools that will make your life easier and your systems function better. In this session you will learn the tools available, how they work, and what they do to support you and your company.

Take Control of Your Control Valve
2023-07-19 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Control valves are a common component in hydraulic systems. Whether it be controlling flow, maintaining a pressure spec, or using control valves to size equivalent equipment, it is rare to find an AFT model without control valves.
This webinar will detail the various control valve options available across all AFT applications, how control valves can size equipment like valves and orifices, and how control valves can indicate flaws in a design.
Presenter: Nick Vastine, Business Applications Engineer II

Switching and upgrading drives made easy!
2023-07-25 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Let ABB show you how to make connections when switching drives from one manufacturer to ABB Drives. Then they will jump into how to process upgrades of ABB Drives to the latest and greatest and overcome potential challenges.

Reliable Plant and Machinery Lubrication Conference and Exhibition
2023-07-31 08:00 - 2023-08-03 17:00 (America/Chicago) | CARIBE ROYALE RESORT ORLANDO, FL, 8101 World Center Drive, Orlando, FL, 32821, United States
It takes more than just knowledge of key concepts and best practices to create or improve a reliability program. How many times have you attended a conference session and thought, “This is good information, but how can I actually apply it at my plant?” This year, Reliable Plant 2023 is designed to help you do just that.
Every Workshop, Keynote, and Action Session is designed to provide you with practical plans and actionable advice you can apply immediately back at the plant. Other session formats will also be available, such as live podcast episodes, debates, group exercises, games, tech demos and more.
Don’t Miss Charli K. Matthews’ presentation:

Reliability is a Behavioral Science: How Your Communication Style Affects Culture and Behavior
Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2023, 1:30 pm – 2:20 pm
Room: Grand Sierra Ballroom F-I | Reliability Stage

The problem in today’s leadership is that we don’t know how to create lasting change through influencing our teams to buy into our vision. This can be from solving workforce issues or launching a new product. Much of the issue is that we don’t effectively communicate the changes needed and why. In this keynote, we will go through tips and strategies that will allow for effective communication within a team to get to the root cause of the roadblock(s). The result is a better chance of having team members’ ideas heard to create lasting change within their organizations.

Market Outlook Workshop
2023-08-02 08:00 - 2023-08-03 17:00 (America/Chicago) | DoubleTree Hotel O’Hare – Rosemont, 5460 N. River Rd, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
Gain insights from end-user market experts that you can use to plan, prepare and succeed. The Valve Manufacturers Association (VMA) and the Hydraulic Institute (HI) partner to bring together global and national economic experts, as well as the experts who research and follow the economic indicators for end use markets important to the valve and pump industries, including oil and gas, hydropower, chemical, mining, water/waste water and many more. Offered with enough time to integrate the learnings from the workshop into your planning and forecasting process, this is a must-attend event for VMA, VRC and HI members responsible for strategy and forecasting. If you missed out on the 2022 event, check out the recap of the event from the Fall 2022 issue of VALVE Magazine.
Who Should Attend?
The Market Outlook Workshop is ONLY open to VMA, VRC and HI members. This is a must-join-in for professionals responsible for developing business, sales or marketing strategies and forecasts. Anyone in the flow control or fluid handling industries looking for a greater understanding of how economic, societal and other implications impact different market segments and their business should plan to take part in the event.
REGISTER NOW
Professional Development Hours
Attendees who complete sessions will receive PDHs (Professional Development Hours).
A record of PDHs will be emailed to attendees within one month of the conclusion of the Market Outlook Workshop.
