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WJTA–IMCA 2017 Focuses on Safety Best Practices, Equipment, and New Technologies

 

WJTA–IMCA 2017 Focuses on Safety Best Practices, Equipment, and New Technologies

Published September 2017

 

The 2017 WJTA–IMCA Conference and Expo will be held October 25–27 in New Orleans at the Morial Convention Center. Organized by the WaterJet Technology Association–Industrial & Municipal Cleaning Association, the Conference/Expo is the major academic conference, tradeshow, and educational program for high pressure waterjet technology, industrial/municipal cleaning, and hydroexcavation.

“Our goal is to provide participants with the tools necessary to succeed in a competitive and challenging marketplace through educational programs, safety practices, equipment options, live demonstrations, and opportunities to connect with high-level contacts,” says Peter Wright, WJTA–IMCA association manager.

The Conference/Expo gives participants the opportunity to explore major industry trends, including automation and robotics, safety in manual and robotic industrial cleaning, regulatory/business trends, and technical innovations in waterjet . applications. The program features a full-day waterjet short course, educational sessions, live demonstrations, technical paper presentations, product and equipment displays, and networking opportunities.

Representatives from all related industry sectors—including waterjet cutting and manufacturing technologies; waterblast cleaning and field services; coating removal and surface preparation; concrete removal; industrial and municipal vacuuming; hydroexcavation; drilling, tunneling, and mining; rock cutting; and demilitarization—are invited to attend.

Education is a top priority because the more participants know, the better equipped they will be to run a safe, productive, and profitable operation.

The pre-conference Basics and Beyond short course is specifically designed to provide an applied introduction to the technology and practical applications of waterjets and related equipment. Taught by committed instructors with broad-based professional experience, this course is intended for anyone with an interest in waterjet technology, ranging from first-time users and new employees to those seeking to increase their level of knowledge, including field techs, suppliers, support staff, engineers, marketing personnel, and potential new users.

Boot Camp sessions will focus on industry-specific information and training, including operating and troubleshooting verified ground,surface preparation issues, updates to vacuum truck standards and DOT regulations, waterblasting safety devices and use, and more.

During the High-Pressure Water Cleaning Incidents—Lessons Learned panel discussion, representatives from high pressure waterblast companies and end users will discuss key learnings and opportunities for improvement based on real world incidents and injuries involving hands-on and hands-free high-pressure water cleaning.

Phil Stein, consultant to the industrial vacuum industry, will present his interactive “nuts and bolts science lab” for first-time users and experienced vacuum truck operators. Stein will explain the power of vacuum via easy to understand demonstrations that are both informative and entertaining.

The Boot Camp also includes an update on the new entry-level hydroblast operator training and certification program. Based on WJTA–IMCA’s safety guidelines, this standardized training for hydroblasters, developed in partnership with the Houston Area Safety Council (HASC), includes computer-based training and instructor-led, hands-on training and verification to help ensure that contractors can access a well-trained, safety-aware labor pool and asset owners can rely on qualified hydroblasters in their facilities.

The academic component of the Conference/Expo features leading engineers, researchers, and business leaders sharing new developments, applications, and theory, as well as practical case studies for the contractor and end user, during technical paper presentations.

WJTA–IMCA pioneered the concept of live equipment demonstrations, which have been an extremely popular part of the program for more than 25 years. The live demos are beneficial on several levels. Participants will see cutting-edge equipment operate, the mechanics behind the operation, and the safety practices necessary to avoid jobsite accidents.

A focused, global exposition of the new industrial waterjet/waterblast tools and equipment, trucks, ancillaries, and service providers will be displayed in the exhibit hall. Networking events, including the Northern Safety & Industrial-sponsored Industry Appreciation Reception, will give participants opportunities to connect with industry leaders and make valuable new contacts.

Being in the heart of the booming Gulf Coast industrial and energy base and possessing world-class entertainment and dining options, New Orleans is the ideal location for WJTA–IMCA members and attendees.

To learn more, visit www.wjtaimcaexpo.com, e-mail wjta-imca@wjta.org, or call (314) 241-1445.

2017 WJTA–IMCA Conference & Expo

Schedule of Events

Note: em>strong>The information below is subject to change without notice. Please consult the WJTA–IMCA Conference & Expo website at em>www.WJTAIMCAExpo.com em>for up-to date information or contact the WJTA–IMCA office.em>

Tuesday, October 24

8:00 a.m.–noonstrong>

  • Heavy Equipment Move-in

noon–5:00 p.m.strong>

  • Exhibitor Move-In

Wednesday, October 25

7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.strong>

  • Registration/Badge Pickup—Hall B

8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.strong>

  • Waterjet Technology Basics & Beyond Short Course—Room 220–223

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.strong>

  • Exhibitor Move-In Thursday, October 26

7:00–10:30 a.m.strong>

  • Registration/Badge Pickup—Parking Lot F

8:00–10:30 a.m.strong>

  • Live Demos—Parking Lot F

9:15–9:30 a.m. (tentative)strong>

  • Awards Ceremony—Parking Lot F

10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.strong>

  • Registration/Badge Pickup—Hall B

10:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.strong>

  • Exhibit Hall Open—Hall B

11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (tentative)strong>

  • Educational Boot Camp Sessions—Room 220–223

11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (tentative)strong>

  • Research/Technical Paper Sessions—Room 224–225

4:00–6:00 p.m.strong>

  • Industry Appreciation Reception—Hall B

Friday, October 27

7:00–10:30 a.m.strong>

  • Registration/Badge Pickup—Parking Lot F

8:00–10:30 a.m.strong>

  • Live Demos—Parking Lot F

8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.strong>

  • Registration/Badge Pickup—Hall B

9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.strong>

  • Exhibit Hall Open—Hall B

11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (tentative)strong>

  • Educational Boot Camp Sessions—Room 220–223

11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. (tentative)strong>

  • Research/Technical Paper Sessions—Room 224–225

1:00–6:00 p.m.strong>

  • Exhibitor Move-out 

Basics and Beyond Short Course

“The Basics and Beyond short course is specifically designed to provide an applied introduction to the technology and practical applications of waterjets and related equipment,” says course coordinator Hugh Miller, Ph.D., Colorado School of Mines. “The course is taught by leading professionals and is intended for anyone with an interest in waterjet technology, ranging from first-time users and new employees to those seeking to increase their level of knowledge, including field techs, suppliers, support staff, engineers, marketing personnel, and potential new users.” The preliminary schedule appears below.

Wednesday, October 25, 2017

  • 7:00–8:00 a.m.—Registration
  • 8:00–8:05 a.m.—Welcoming Comments and Introductions
  • 8:05–8:30 a.m.—Waterjet Technology: Past, Present, and Future—Kerry Siggins, CEO, StoneAge Inc.
  • 8:30–9:00 a.m.—Applications of Waterjet Technology—Darrell Terpenning, Vice President for Sales, NLB Corp.
  • 9:00–10:00 a.m.—Equipment Considerations—Hugh Miller, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Colorado School of Mines
  • 10:00–10:15 a.m.—Break
  • 10:15–11:15 a.m.—Safety—Gary Toothe, Training Manager, FS Solutions
  • 11:15–11:45 a.m.—UHP & Abrasive Cutting Applications—Mohamed Hashish, Ph.D., Senior Vice President for Technology, Flow International Corporation
  • 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.—Lunch
  • 12:45–1:45 p.m.—Cleaning Applications—Jeff Hensley, Technical Sales Manager, StoneAge Inc.
  • 1:45–2:15 p.m.—Field Cutting Applications—Bill McClister, Vice President Support Services, Veolia North America
  • 2:15–2:45 p.m.—Surface Preparation—Lydia Frenzel, Ph.D., Executive Director, Advisory Council
  • 2:45–3:00 p.m.—Break
  • 3:00–3:30 p.m.—Sewer Cleaning—Eric Boonstra, Field Operations Manager, Spartan Tool
  • 3:30–4:30 p.m.—Robotics and Automation—Ray Gonzalez, Product Manager for Tool Systems, Shape Technologies Group

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