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SUMMARY:Fugitive Emissions Course
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 3\, 2018 – 9:00AM – 5:00PM \n  \n Register now \nTopics to be covered: \n\nThe history of fugitive emissions testing\nTerms and definitions\nIndustry practices and implementation\nTypes of equipment\nManufacturing process improvements\nPacking Manufacturer’s Fugitive Emission “Best Available Control Technology (BACT)”\nImprovements for the future\nProblems\, installation and maintenance\n\nIdeal participants: \n\nProfessionals looking for a generalized outline of fugitive emissions testing\, standards and related topics\nAnyone looking to renew and update their knowledge base on this subject\nAnyone interested in expanding their understanding of LDAR\, EPA requirements and testing procedures\, and equipment used in mitigating fugitive emissions\nNew professionals in the valve industry without a technical or engineering background\n\n Attendees receive: \n\nCertificate of completion\nLunch\, snacks and drink\nPrint copy of Valve World Americas journal\nDigital subscription to Valve World Americas journal\nValve Essentials and Fugitive Emissions Workbooks with notes from the courses\n\nAdditional information: \nThe cost to attend each one-day session\, which run from 9:00AM to 5:00PM\, is $499 USD \nDeadline for registration: Friday\, April 27\, 2018
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/fugitive-emissions-course/
LOCATION:Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria\, Houston\, TX
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SUMMARY:OTC EVENT: Women in the Industry Sharing Experiences (WISE) Presents: Soft Skills\, Hard Value
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\n\n\n\nWhen\n Date: 02 May 2018\n\n\n\nTime: 12:15pm – 7:00pm CDT\n\n\n\n\n\nYOU MUST REGISTER FOR OTC WEEK TO ATTEND THIS EVENT \nREGISTER HERE \nThis WISE event is an inclusive space comprised of three sessions where men and women have the opportunity to learn or enhance communication skills so as to provide value to the energy industry. Cindy Yeilding\, Senior Vice President BP Americas and founder of the WISE event at OTC\, will introduce the event. Susan Morrice\, Chairperson\, Belize Natural Energy\, will give a keynote presentation and discuss fundamental emotional quotient (EQ)\, working within teams and pursuing your path. A question and answer session will follow the keynote. Erin Collins\, Operations Improvement Manager at Forum Energy Technologies\, will then lead an interactive session that recognizes the need to focus on effective communication across personality types in order to be successful as an organization and as individuals. The final portion of the event will consist of three breakout sessions with table discussions led by our speakers along with executives from major oil companies\, independents\, service companies and others. The table discussions will focus on different aspects of Listening and Leadership. The event will close with a session summary followed by open networking. \n  \nSession Chairperson \nChristi Dowd\, Director of Finance\, Pumpco Services \nSpeakers \n \nCindy Yeilding\, Senior Vice President\, BP Americas  \n  \n \nErin Collins\, Operations Improvement Manager\, Forum Energy Technologies  \n  \n \nSusan Morrice\, Chairperson\, Belize National Energy
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/pink-petro-otc-event-women-industry-sharing-experiences-wise-presents-soft-skills-hard-value/
LOCATION:NRG PARK\, Houston\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:AFT Fathom & AFT Impulse Settling Slurry
DESCRIPTION:Wed May 2nd 10:00am – 11:00am (MDT)\n\nWebinar\n\n\n\n\nCome and learn about the AFT Fathom & AFT Impulse Settling Slurry (SSL) module and how it can help you model slurries and avoid slurry pipeline issues during transient events. \nRegister Here
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/aft-fathom-aft-impulse-settling-slurry/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180501T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180501T170000
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SUMMARY:Valve Essentials Course
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 1\, 2018 – 9:00AM – 5:00PM\nRegister now \nTopics to be covered: \n\nBasic introduction to flow control\nQuarter-turn valves – including ball\, plug and butterfly valves\nCommon design features – such as end connections\, gaskets\, bonnets\, stems\, stem seals\, seats\, backseats and trims\nSelf-acting valves – such as check valves\nMulti-turn valves – including gate\, globe\, needle\, pinch and diaphragm valves\nValve Applications – such as oil & gas production and transportation\, refining\, LNG\, power generation\, chemical processing and utility lines\nTopics relating to valve ratings\, materials\, testing and more\nProblems\, installation and maintenance\n\nIdeal participants: \n\nProfessionals looking for a generalized outline of valve systems and equipment\nAnyone looking to renew and update their knowledge base on this subject\nValve distributors and manufacturers’ sales representatives looking to expand their understanding of the products\n\nNew professionals in the valve industry without a technical or engineering background \nAttendees receive: \n\nCertificate of completion\nLunch\, snacks and drink\nPrint copy of Valve World Americas journal\nDigital subscription to Valve World Americas journal\nValve Essentials and Fugitive Emissions Workbooks with notes from the courses\n\nAdditional information: \nThe cost to attend each one-day session\, which run from 9:00AM to 5:00PM\, is $499 USD\nDeadline for registration: Friday\, April 27\, 2018 \n 
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/valve-essentials-course/
LOCATION:Royal Sonesta\, Houston\, TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180430T080000
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SUMMARY:Offshore Technology Conference 2018
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFounded in 1969\, OTC’s flagship conference is held annually at NRG Park (formerly Reliant Park) in Houston. OTC has expanded technically and globally with the Arctic Technology Conference\, OTC Brasil and OTC Asia. \nOTC is sponsored by 13 industry organizations and societies\, who work cooperatively to develop the technical program. OTC also has endorsing and supporting organizations. \nBrowse the OTC 2017 technical program for a glimpse of the learning opportunities.
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/offshore-technology-conference-2018/
LOCATION:NRG PARK\, Houston\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:Screw Pump Refinery Lunch 'n' Learn from Leistritz Advanced Technologies Corp.
DESCRIPTION:Are you utilizing the most effective pump technology in your refinery? Many existing pumps are bad actors due to obsolete technology or misapplied products.\n\nJoin Chris Rogers for a brief presentation to learn about Leistritz’ Re-Engineered Pumps to replace existing units and our Flare Knock-Out Pump. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.\n\nDay: Thursday\, April 26th\nTime: Noon to 1:30 pm\n\nLocation: Hampton Inn Houston Deer Park\n1450 Center Street\, Deer Park\, TX 77536\nDIRECTIONS\n\nRSVP by April 12th to crogers@leistritzcorp.com\n 
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/screw-pump-refinery-lnl-april2018-leistritz/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180426T083000
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SUMMARY:Variable Frequency Drive Training With William Livoti
DESCRIPTION:About the Course: \n\nDoes Your Operational team really understand the following aspects on Variable Frequency Drive technology? \n\nDo you know how to match the VFD to the driven load?\nWill your VFD offer significant electrical savings?\nDo you understand the implication of harmonics when applying a Variable Frequency Drive?\nDoes your maintenance staff understand the interrelationship between the pump\, motor and VFD?\nDo you understand the best practices of installation and maintenance?\nDo you understand the vital environmental control aspects?\n\n\n\n\nThis one day course is specifically designed to answer all of these critical questions (and more) to ensure that your VFD units obtain maximum performance and show a positive ROI. Participants will be introduced on the background and basics of using VFDs; where and how they are used in the workplace. The class discusses how VFDs can improve efficiency\, safety and cost savings along with the various types of VFDs. \nInstructor: William Livoti \nREGISTER NOW!
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/arkansas-inc-variable-frequency-drive-training-william-livoti/
LOCATION:Lakepoint Conference Center\, 171 Lake Point Lane\, Russellville\, AL\, 72802\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180425T160000
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SUMMARY:IHS Markit Roundtable Discussions at Hannover Messe
DESCRIPTION:Join our team for the IHS Markit Roundtable Discussions at Hannover Messe on this critical topic April 25th at 4:00 pm CET – Transformative Technologies Impacting Industrial Market Dynamics. You will learn about recent insights and future outlooks on the global economy\, the current state of the industrial market\, prospects for various products and verticals as well as the role of transformative technologies in industrial automation before breaking out into roundtable sessions covering specific transformative technologies. 
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/ihs-markit-roundtable-discussions-hannover-messe/
LOCATION:Hannover\, Hannover\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180425T083000
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UID:19358-1524645000-1524673800@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:Advanced Motor Training With William Livoti
DESCRIPTION:About the Course: \nIt is estimated that electrical motors in industrial facilities use more than 20% of all electricity sold in the United States. What does this mean? Industrial motor systems represent the largest single electrical end use in the U.S. economy. \nYou Will Learn From This Course: \nTopics include: \n\nThe importance of selecting efficient components\nSystems optimization and improvement opportunities\nUnderstanding load factor and proper sizing to select efficient motors\nLife cycle cost analysis\nDeveloping an action plan\n\nWho Should Attend: \nThis one day course will identify cost effective applications of mature proven efficiency technologies and practices that if implemented by facilities managers\, can reduce industrial motor energy use by 11-18%. \nInstructor:  \nWilliam Livoti \nREGISTER NOW!
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/arkansas-inc-advanced-motor-training-william-livoti/
LOCATION:Pulaski Technical College – Business and Industry Center\, 303 E. Roosevelt Road\, Little Rock\, AL\, 72206\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180424T130000
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SUMMARY:Hydraulic Modeling and Simulation of Pumping Systems - 2-Part Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Tue Apr 24th 1:00pm – Thu 26th 2:00pm (EDT)\n\n\n\n Hosted by the Hydraulic Institute\n\n\nNew operating conditions\, increased product demands\, pump-pipeline interaction issues\, pulsation problems\, net positive suction head (NPSH) requirements and energy efficiency needs require many industries to design new or modify existing pump facilities. \nThis webinar focuses on hydraulic modeling methodologies and software tools\, covering all the aspects of analyzing a pumping system including: \n\nInitial design approach\nHydraulic pipeline modeling\nData requirements\nModel validation\n\nThis two-part webinar covers basic definitions of flow problems and best-in-class software tools vital for simulating the interaction of different pumping facilities within the pipeline system as well as defining piping layout and different configurations. During the design process\, when troubleshooting or retrofitting a system\, hydraulic modeling software serves as a valuable tool for simulating the system and determining how it will react to different operational conditions.\n\n\nParticipants of the live webinar sessions will earn 2 PDH credits. \n**Please note that each individual registration counts as a seat is for 1 person\, and not intended to be viewed as a group. Group pricing rates are available – please contact Kaitlyn Reynolds at kreynolds@pumps.org for details. Also please be advised that PDH credits are only available for registered participants of the live session. \n\n\nDate(s):\nApril 24th and 26th\, 2018\nTime:\n1:00 – 2:00pm ET\nPresenter(s):\nDominik Fry – Engineered Software Inc. and David Miller – Applied Flow Technology\nHI Contact:\nKaitlyn Reynolds\, Hydraulic Institute\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/aft-hydraulic-modeling-simulation-pumping-systems-2-part-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180423T080000
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UID:19321-1524470400-1524762000@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:WEAT Operations Challenge 2018 Competition
DESCRIPTION:The WEAT Operations Challenge invites you to join the best and the brightest professionals that Texas has to offer. Join teams in a multi-day competition designed to showcase the team’s knowledge and skills in Process Control\, Laboratory Analysis\, Pump Maintenance\, Collection System Repair\, Safety\, Electrical and our 7th Annual Exhibition Event. \nThe teams that will be competing in this years KSB Maintenance Event are: \n\nTRA Waste Warriors\nTRA CReWSers\nDWU Central Snappers\nElevated Ops\nNRH Pooseidons\nSurprise Turdologists\nLA Wrecking Crew\nNTMWD Sough Mesquite Rangers\nDWU Aqua Techs\nNOLA Water Dogz\nHouston Bayour City Brawlers\nHouston Drip Squad\nAustin Bat City Water Works\n\nFollow along on Social Media using the hashtag #KSBMaintenanceEvent! \nSee More KSB Maintenance Events!
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/awwa-weat-operations-challenge-2018-competition/
LOCATION:Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Cente\, 900 E Market St.\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78205\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180426
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UID:17570-1524441600-1524700799@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:Gulf South Rotating Machinery Symposium
DESCRIPTION:This event is in conjuction with LSU Continuing Education\, and will feature experts in the field of rotating machinery\, compressors\, pumps\, oil and gas\, petrochemical refining and pipeline industry. GSRMS will offer informative\, innovative presentations and demonstrations in the industry\, which you are very much a part of! \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/gulf-south-rotating-machinery-symposium/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Baton Rouge\, 4728 Constitution Ave\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70808\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180418T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Effective Surge Suppression By AFT
DESCRIPTION:Wed Apr 18th 10:00am – 11:00am (MDT)\n\nWebinar\n\n\n\n\nIs expensive surge suppression equipment really needed? We will look at a case where AFT Impulse saves over $1 million in unnecessary surge devices. But for the situations that do require surge equipment\, come and learn about the different types of surge-suppression devices that are available to help prevent water hammer disasters. \nRegister Now
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/aft-webinar-effective-surge-suppression/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180419
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UID:19740-1523750400-1524095999@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:Florida Water Resource Conference- KSB Maintenance Event
DESCRIPTION:The premier joint utility conference\, this is Florida’s marketplace for the water\, wastewater and stormwater industry. This annual event draws the industry’s the top level executives and decisions makers in one place. Enjoy the networking possibilities that abound from this collected group of key people. No other show in the Southeast affords you the opportunities that you will experience here. Come join us April 15-18 in Daytona\, FL. \nTeams of 4 members compete in 5 separate events:  Process\, Maintenance\, Laboratory\, Safety and Collection Systems\, at a regional level to earn the right to represent Florida at the National competition at WEFTEC. \nVisit fwrc.org for more info! \nFollow along on Social Media using the hashtag #KSBMaintenanceEvent! \nSee More KSB Maintenance Events!
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/florida-water-resource-conference-2018-ksb-maintenance-event/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180422
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20180109T193300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T193300Z
UID:17594-1523750400-1524355199@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:Water Week 2018
DESCRIPTION:Water Week 2018 will communicate the value of water to environmental protection\, to economic development and to job creation – and inspire action.\n\n\nMoving into the second year of the Trump Administration\, the effort to elevate water and water infrastructure as a national priority has reached a critical stage. While the preservation of tax-exempt municipal bonds in the recent tax reform package is a great victory and positive sign for water\, the elimination of advance refunding is a red flag that water sector advocates must redouble their efforts to educate policymakers about the importance of water infrastructure funding.
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/water-week-2018/
LOCATION:Washinton DC\, Washington D. C.\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180411T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20180402T212637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180402T212637Z
UID:19326-1523433600-1523638800@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:Valve Industry Knowledge Forum
DESCRIPTION:The new Valve Industry Knowledge Forum combines the best of three different VMA meetings to create one education-packed event with three distinct educational tracks: \n\nTECHNICAL – Advancing Valve Integrity through Technology. Subject matter specifically targeted to experienced technical and engineering personnel working with valves and related products.\nMANUFACTURING – Combating Complacency in Manufacturing: Safety\, Customer Focus and Technology. Developed for those who work or supervise the production and assembly process in their companies.\nHUMAN RESOURCES – From Hello to Goodbye: Improving the Employee Experience.Programming created for the HR professional as well as company leaders who wish to hear the latest thinking on HR topics and legal issues.\n\nA joint event means more meaningful dialogue between different segments of our industry\, an expansion of the attendee base and the ability for individuals to learn about various areas of the valve business. Attendance is open to both VMA members and non-members! \nThe Valve Industry Knowledge Forum offers: \n\nAn optional tour day (April 11) – choose one of 2 tours\nTabletop exhibits (afternoon of April 12 only)\nA day-and-a-half of educational sessions on April 12 and 13\nFlexibility for attendees who may attend sessions all on one topic\, or mix-and-match between different tracks\nShared networking events and meals\n\nWho Should Attend?\nEnd users\, engineering and consulting firm personnel\, distributors\, various personnel within manufacturing and supplier firms\, and other related industry groups and professionals. \nProfessional Development Hours\nAttendees to the 2018 VMA Valve Industry Knowledge Forum will receive a certificate for twelve (12) Professional Development Hours (PDHs) for attending the Knowledge Forum. \nAttendee Registration Fees\nFIRST ATTENDEE REGISTRATION. The registration fee for VMA/VRC members is $595. The non-member registrations fee is $645. \nADDITIONAL ATTENDEES. Discounts apply when registering more than one person from a member or non-member company. The registration fee for additional registrants for VMA/VRC members is $495. The non-member fee for additional registrants is $545. \nExhibitor Registration\nMember exhibitor registration is $495. Non-member exhibitor registration is $545. One additional exhibit personnel is included in your exhibit fee. Your exhibit registration does NOT include entrance to the Knowledge Forum. If you wish to register your exhibit representatives to attend the Knowledge Forum an additional registration fee of $545 member or $595 non-member\, per person\, would apply. \nExhibit registration fee includes two people from your company\, sign\, attendee list\, table with two chairs and participation in all food events that take place in the exhibit area (lunch\, afternoon break and welcome reception). \nOptional Tours – April 11\nVMA has organized two tours in conjunction with the 2018 Valve Industry Knowledge Forum. Both tours are open to all attendees\, and registration is on a first-come\, first served basis. A separate tour ticket ($75) must be purchased\, which will be in addition to your registration. As the tour times overlap\, please choose one tour only. Both tours include transportation and Mitsubishi Hatachi tour includes lunch. \n GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE. Participants will visit Gulfstream’s headquarters and tour the Gulfstream G650 manufacturing facility. Gulfstream’s Research and Development campus in Savannah is a shared base for more than 1\,500 employees who develop and test next-generation aviation concepts. \nMITSUBISHI HITACHI POWER SYSTEMS/SAVANNAH MACHINERY WORKS. Attendees will explore Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems’ Savannah Machinery Works\, where the world’s most advanced gas turbines are manufactured. During this tour of over 500\,000 square feet of manufacturing space\, participants will see component manufacturing of combustion systems\, advance machining of gas turbine rotors\, high speed balance and testing\, and final assembly of gas turbines. \nA ticket fee of $75 is required in addition to your registration fee. Your ticket includes lunch and transportation to-and-from the tour sites. \nHotel Reservations\nAccommodations for the Valve Industry Knowledge Forum have been arranged with The DeSoto Hotel\, 15 East Liberty Street\, Savannah\, GA. The discounted rate is $189 per night and is available April 10-13\, 2018. There are a limited number of rooms left. After March 22\, rooms at the group discounted rate will no longer be available. The DeSoto will still accept reservations\, but will charge their normal price for rooms after March 22. \nAttendees can call 844-257-3520 to make reservations by phone or CLICK HERE. Rooms are available from April 10-13 ONLY. Rooms on April 13 are limited. \nThe DeSoto Hotel is close to everything! Stroll three blocks in any direction and you’ll have experienced Savannah’s entire Historic Landmark District. From cobblestoned River Street to the galleries of the Savannah College of Art & Design\, this city is packed with things to do\, see and experience. \n  \nRegistration Cancellation Policies\n\nCancellations received up to 30 days before the event are refundable minus a 5% administrative fee\nCancellations received between 15 and 29 days before the event are 75% refundable\nDue to hotel and other event guarantees\, cancellations received between 0 – 14 days prior to the event are non-refundable. Substitutions will be accepted for cancelled reservations.\n\nQuestions? \nEmail Malena Malone-Blevins at mmaloneblevins@vma.org or call 202-331-8105 ext. 310.
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/vma-valve-industry-knowledge-forum/
LOCATION:DESOTO hotel\, 15 East Liberty Street\,\, Savannah\, GA\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180303
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20180109T003301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T003301Z
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SUMMARY:Hydraulic Institute 2018 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/hydraulic-institute-2018-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Wigwam Resort\, Litchfield Park\, AZ\, Litchfield\, AZ
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180301
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20180226T183018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180226T183018Z
UID:18426-1519516800-1519862399@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:SME 2018 Conference & Expo
DESCRIPTION:The 2018 SME Annual Conference & Expo and 91st Annual Meeting of the SME-MN Section provides a forum for more than 6\,000 industry professionals from across the world to share innovative ideas\, best practices and cutting-edge research in more than 120 technical sessions along with an expansive marketplace of more than 550 exhibiting companies. This combination is a unique opportunity for you to hear from and interact with these leaders as you work to put the tools and initiatives in place that will enable you to adapt to this new reality. \n\nLearn more about the continuing need for innovation throughout the industry from the mining professionals who have been able to quickly and efficiently deploy resources when and where they are needed\, growing shareholder value and securing profits.\nHear from leaders and innovators who have overcome the complacency that creeps into an industry such as ours during periods of uncertainty. The combination of long-term vision\, industry innovation and cultural identity is the key to remaining competitive in today’s local and global economy.\n\nLearn more here: http://www.smeannualconference.com/ \n 
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/sme-2018-mining-conference/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180126
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20170116T203901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170116T203901Z
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SUMMARY:MiaGreen Expo & Conference (9th edition)
DESCRIPTION:January 24 & 25\, 2018\nMiami Airport Convention Center\nPh: (305) 412-0000\nmail@MiaGreen.com\nwww.MiaGreen.com\n\n“Where ENERGY becomes POWER & PROFIT”. It combines a major trade show with front edge extensive educational and networking programs. The event highlights the most updated developments and opportunities in the SOLAR\, ENERGY STORAGE\, ENERGY SAVING\, CLEANTECH and GREEN BUILDING industries. MiaGreen has a special focus on east USA & Latin America / the Caribbean. It is THE EFFECTIVE COMMERCIAL GATEWAY for North American and Worldwide manufacturers / distributors with Buyers\, Professionals and Potential Reps coming from more than 40 countries. Based in Miami\, The Americas’ Business Capital\, it also provides a Vacation Escape in warm South Florida.
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/miagreen-expo-conference-9th-edition/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180125
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20180108T220004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180108T220004Z
UID:17553-1516579200-1516838399@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:AHR 2018 Expo
DESCRIPTION:The International Air-Conditioning\, Heating\, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo)\, which started 86 years ago as a heating and ventilation show\, has grown into the event of the year for the HVACR industry.  The 2018 Show will be held in Chicago\, hosting more than 2\,000 exhibitors and attracting crowds of 65\,000 industry professionals from every state in America and 165 countries worldwide.  The Show provides a unique forum for the entire HVACR industry to come together and share new products\, technologies\, and ideas.  The AHR Expo is co-sponsored by ASHRAE and AHRI\, and is held concurrently with ASHRAE’s Winter Conference. \nRegister Here \nSHOW DATES\nMonday\, January 22\, 10am – 6pm\nTuesday\, January 23\, 10am – 6pm\nWednesday\, January 24\, 10am – 4pm
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/ahr-2018-expo/
LOCATION:McCormick Place\, 2301 S King Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171117
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20170116T203531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170116T203531Z
UID:13654-1510704000-1510876799@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:AGreenTec Expo 2017
DESCRIPTION:November 15 & 16\, 2017\nMiami Airport Convention Center\nPh: (305) 412-7945\nmail@AGTexpo.com\nwww.AGTexpo.com \nTechnologies\, Products & Know-How for the AGRICULTURAL and GREEN OUTDOORS industries. Serving ALL of the Americas… 40 countries under one roof! Combining a major trade show with front edge educational and networking programs. In Miami\, The Americas’ Business Capital
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/agreentec-expo-2017/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171107T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20171008T014056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171008T014056Z
UID:16295-1510038000-1510315200@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:Xcelerate 17
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, and offering more extensive training than ever before\, Xcelerate17 is taking place in Fort Myers\, Florida\, on November 7-10\, 2017. The conference is designed to help eMaint and Fluke users and maintenance and reliability professionals transform their maintenance programs through training\, best practices\, and a sneak peek at the latest innovations from eMaint X5 CMMS\, Fluke tools\, and the Accelix™ platform. Don’t miss out on this once-a-year opportunity in sunny Florida!
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/xcelerate-17/
LOCATION:Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa\, 17260 Harbour Pointe Drive\, Fort Myers\, Florida\, 33908
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171103
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20170327T030921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170327T030921Z
UID:14282-1509408000-1509667199@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:2017 Chem Show
DESCRIPTION:The Chem Show is where engineers\, plant managers and other CPI personnel come together to see the latest equipment & technology\, meet product experts\, and discover new ways to optimize their plant operations. Bringing together more than 5\,000 industry professionals and 300 exhibiting companies\, the Show is the largest North American event exclusively focused on the processing of fluids\, powders and gases. Held every odd year since 1915\, the Chem Show has a proven track record of helping the CPI meet the ongoing demand for faster\, smarter\, cleaner\, and more efficient processing facilities.
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/2017-chem-show/
LOCATION:Javits Center\, 655 W 34th St\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171005
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20170327T032055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170327T032055Z
UID:14285-1506729600-1507161599@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:WEFTEC 2017
DESCRIPTION:WEFTEC®\, the Water Environment Federation’s Annual Technical Exhibition and Conference\, is the largest conference of its kind in North America and offers water quality professionals from around the world with the best water quality education and training available today.
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/weftec-2017/
LOCATION:McCormick Place\, 2301 S King Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170915
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20170327T033436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170327T033436Z
UID:14289-1505174400-1505433599@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:TPS 2017: Turbomachinery & Pump Symposia
DESCRIPTION:The 46th Annual Turbomachinery and Pump Symposia hosts a continuing education program for rotating equipment engineers in the oil and gas\, petrochemical\, power\, aerospace\, chemical\, and water industries. Technical training topics include maintenance\, reliability\, troubleshooting\, instruction on emerging designs\, technology\, and best practices that include case studies with real-world relevance on problems-solved and lessons-learned. \nThe exhibit hall hosts leading international companies from across the globe where industry experts demonstrate full-size equipment and products and share insights on current practices and future trends. Networking opportunities abound for attendees\, rounding out the valuable transfer of knowledge that has become the hallmark of TPS. \nThe Symposia is organized by the Turbomachinery Laboratory\, part of the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) and The Texas A&M University System. \n 
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/tps-2017-turbomachinery-pump-symposia/
LOCATION:George R. Brown Convention Center\, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas\, Houston\, TX\, 77010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170901
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20170116T202932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170116T202932Z
UID:13649-1504051200-1504223999@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:The Water Expo (6th edition)
DESCRIPTION:August 30 & 31\, 2017\nMiami Airport Convention Center\nPh: (305) 412-EXPO (3976)\nmail@TheWaterExpo.com\nwww.TheWaterExpo.com \nEmpowering WATER & SANITATION in ALL of the AMERICAS! Where you CONNECT with East USA\, Florida\, Latin American & Caribbean water markets in the Right Place\, at the Right Time! The EFFECTIVE COMMERCIAL HUB between North American manufacturers / distributors with Buyers\, Professionals and Potential Reps coming from 40+ countries! In MIAMI\, The Americas Business Capital\, home of one of the largest Water Utilities in the Southeast USA\, entering into a $13+ billion capital improvement program and currently looking for the best solutions / providers!
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/water-expo-6th-edition/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170628
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20170403T190917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170403T190917Z
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SUMMARY:EASA 2017 Convention & Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:  \nAn invitation from EASA Chairman\, James Smith: \nThis year’s theme is “Partners for Progress.”  Attending the convention provides the perfect opportunity to strengthen partnerships with your fellow EASA members. Taking part in the education sessions\, networking with other members and sharing knowledge and information are just some of the benefits of attending an EASA convention. As I’ve said before\, even though we may be competitors\, we all share a common interest\, and networking with your fellow members helps to foster great “Partners for Progress.” \nThis year we’re adding another registration option to make it even easier for you to attend the EASA Convention. We’re all busy and sometimes don’t have time to attend all four days of events. So\, for the first time\, we’re offering One Day Registrations! Now\, you can register for just the days you want to attend. While the Full Registration Option still gives you the best value\, the One Day Registrations may fit better with your schedule. \nFor a full breakdown of the different registration options\, please see the grid below. From all of our great education sessions\, to our fun-filled tours and social events\, the EASA 2017 Convention promises something for everyone! We can’t wait to see you in Tampa this June! \nJames Smith\nChairman of the Board\, EASA\nAdvanced Electric Equipment Service\, Inc.\nLa Crosse\, WI \n**Watch the video**
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/easa-2017-convention-exhibition/
LOCATION:Tampa Convention Center\, 333 S. Franklin St.\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170622
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20170414T172458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170414T172458Z
UID:14493-1497916800-1498089599@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:Valve World Americas Expo & Conference 2017
DESCRIPTION:Valve World Americas Expo 2017 will bring the world’s leading valve companies and the end-users from the process industry together. \nManufacturers\, 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 and South America. \nThe 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. \nInformative workshops will cover topics such as: \n\nValve technology for cryogenic applications\nValve Design\nValve testing for emissions\nMaterials specification & Casting\nSupply Chain\nValve Asset Management\nPerformance and validation\nValve Assemblies Reliability Prediction\nMaintenance & Repair\n\nThe 2017 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. \nFor more information\, visit www.valveworldexpoamericas.com.
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/valve-world-americas-2017/
LOCATION:George R. Brown Convention Center\, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas\, Houston\, TX\, 77010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170427
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20170417T180902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170417T180902Z
UID:14573-1492992000-1493251199@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:Gulf South Rotating Machinery Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Read about the 2017 Technical Courses\, Short Courses and Tutorial Details and the CEU’s available for each course or tutorial.
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/gsrms2017/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Baton Rouge\, 4728 Constitution Ave\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70808\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170421
DTSTAMP:20260403T185119
CREATED:20170305T232941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170305T232941Z
UID:14100-1492560000-1492732799@empoweringpumps.com
SUMMARY:SWPA Training Seminar in Chicago\, April 19 & 20\, 2017
DESCRIPTION:Pumping Systems & Controls Training \nApril 19 & 20\, 2017\nDoubletree Rosemont – O’Hare\, Chicago\, IL \nSWPA is hosting a 2-day training session – on the 19th\, the Pumping Systems Training seminar will teach “the systems approach” to lift station design\, operation and maintenance; on the 20th\, the Controls Training seminar will educate participants about the rapidly changing world of pump station controls and cover control considerations. \nSWPA will be issuing Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) / Certificates of Completion for either one- or two-day attendance to this seminar. Read more about the 2-day training session. \nCLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FULL SEMINAR AGENDA. \nREGISTER NOW.
URL:https://empoweringpumps.com/event/swpa-training-seminar-chicago-april-19-20-2017/
LOCATION:Doubletree Rosemont\, 5460 N River Rd\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018\, United States
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