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SUMMARY:January 2022 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.14.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \n\n\n\n\n\nTrusted Alarm Signals\, with proper notifications and Acknowledgements are vital to operational success. We will discuss Best Practices\, Topologies and Signals\, then and now. The Q & A portion is designed to Brain Storm the perspectives of what is on the horizon and how can we benefit. \nDan Ryken is currently in Wastewater where ignored alarms may find you in Deep ####!. \nWith a background in Physical Security\, now involved with the Alarm Management of some 80 Wastewater sites in California. \nVirtual Event! \nWe are hosting this month’s Technical Meeting Virtually. Event login will be available after registration. \n\n\n\n\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_code disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.14.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nRegister Now!Buy Tickets on Eventbrite   \n\n  \n[/et_pb_code][et_pb_video src=”https://youtu.be/RCwugFV3Sqg” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” disabled=”on”][/et_pb_video][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/january-2022-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Technical Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211116T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20210914T152048Z
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SUMMARY:November 2021 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] \n\n\n\n\nManufacturers of products from food & beverage to automobiles face a growing array of challenges including increasing competitive pressures\, rising commodity costs\, labor shortages\, and product safety and quality regulations. Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) enable manufacturers to gather and analyze production information to gain insight into their processes\, allowing them to optimize plant operations. This presentation will explain the basic concepts of MES and its application in the manufacturing industry. Please join us to explore how MES can enhance manufacturing process productivity\, efficiency and quality.\n \n\n\nMark is Director of Business Development at EN Automation. He has over forty years of automation experience in the energy\, utility and food & beverage industries. He was formerly Vice President of the Automation and Electrical Design business units at EN Engineering and has also worked for Siemens and Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America. Mark is a member of ISA\, the Chicagoland Food & Beverage Network and the Institute of Food Technologists. He holds a B.S. in Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois.\n\nHappy Hour Sponsored by EN Automation\nIn Person and Virtual Event! \nWe are excited to welcome attendees back to our meetings in person!  All local requirements for safe in person indoor gatherings will be followed at the event.  We are also working to make available a Virtual component to the presentation to make this available to even more people!  More details will be available soon. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ _module_preset=”default” disabled_on=”on|on|on” disabled=”on”] \nRegister Now!Buy Tickets on Eventbrite   \n\n  \n[/et_pb_code][et_pb_video src=”https://youtu.be/RCwugFV3Sqg” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_video][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/november-2021-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Mistwood Golf Club\, 1700 W. Renwick Rd\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Technical Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20210914T154012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T120629Z
UID:225281-1634662800-1634673600@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:October 2021 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” collapsed=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] \n\n\n\nSurge protection is often an afterthought\, usually after electronics have failed causing either a loss of critical data or a complete plant shutdown. Proper protection can mitigate these issues\, reducing downtime as well as environmental and safety occurrences. Come learn about surge protection basics and how to implement and monitor surge protection systems.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nJason is a Project Sales Engineer within Phoenix Contact’s Process Automation group. His role is a field technical support role working with end users\, system integrators and engineering firms in Food and Beverage\, Oil and Gas\, Water/Waste Water and other process related industries. As a former petrochemical E&I engineer\, he has a good understanding of the process industry and its applications.\n\n\n\nHappy Hour Sponsored by Phoenix Contact\nIn Person and Virtual Event! \nWe are excited to welcome attendees back to our meetings in person!  All local requirements for safe in person indoor gatherings will be followed at the event.  We are also working to make available a Virtual component to the presentation to make this available to even more people!  More details will be available soon. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_code disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ _module_preset=”default”] \nRegister Now!Buy Tickets on Eventbrite   \n\n  \n[/et_pb_code][et_pb_video src=”https://youtu.be/HDWB7MBZYmM” disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ _module_preset=”default” disabled=”on”][/et_pb_video][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/october-2021-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Mistwood Golf Club\, 1700 W. Renwick Rd\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Technical Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20210914T115400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T172649Z
UID:225254-1632243600-1632254400@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:September 2021 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” collapsed=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] \n\n\n\nThe age of big data is upon us and has been for quite some time. Most of the automation infrastructure we’ve been implementing to help improve our production processes over the last decade and longer have powerful data gathering features that have often been underutilized or entirely ignored by both machine builders and end users. Unlocking the potential insight that this data holds to help improve efficiencies in very practical ways can often be simpler and more valuable than most of us realize. Come learn how to unlock the potential of the data that’s already nearly at your fingertips.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nGoran is the President\, Owner\, and Chief Control Engineer of Mitich Automation Inc\, a leading Systems Integration and Control Engineering services organization serving machine building and end user clients throughout Chicagoland and beyond. After many years at a large corporate automation vendor and with years of experience with clients large and small throughout the Food and Beverage\, Automotive\, Packaging\, Material Handling\, Medical\, Pharmaceutical\, Textiles\, and Plastics industries\, his passion for automation systems drive his mission of continuously improving his customers’ manufacturing processes holistically.\n\n\n\nHappy Hour Sponsored by Mitich Automation Inc.\nIn Person and Virtual Event! \nWe are excited to welcome attendees back to our meetings in person!  All local requirements for safe in person indoor gatherings will be followed at the event.  We are also working to make available a Virtual component to the presentation to make this available to even more people!  More details will be available soon. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https://youtu.be/HDWB7MBZYmM” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_video][et_pb_code disabled_on=”on|on|on” admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ _module_preset=”default” disabled=”on”] \nRegister Now!Buy Tickets on Eventbrite   \n\n  \n[/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/september-2021-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Mistwood Golf Club\, 1700 W. Renwick Rd\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Technical Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210615T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20210602T025437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210602T134556Z
UID:225240-1623783600-1623787200@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:June 2021 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] \nAs automation and technology evolve\, it is imperative for process plants to be proactive in adapting to these changes. A large part of proactivity includes addressing educational gaps between technicians fresh from school and seasoned technicians. Gathered from over 40 years of experience\, this presentation will cover many common misconceptions/educational gaps taken straight from industrial plants. \nEd Shuler has over 40 years of professional experience in Instrumentation and Controls. Currently\, he serves as a Calibration Solutions Trainer at Beamex. He leads hands-on training courses for end user industrial facilities. From building marine sonic echo receiver cables for an oil exploration company to installing and troubleshooting instrumentation to working as an Instrument Tech at Hess\, many experiences lead him to his passion on helping people gain a better understanding of various automation solutions. He has traveled worldwide for Foxboro and Honeywell\, installing and training technicians on process controls systems and calibration systems. Ed is an Electronics Technician graduate from DeVry University. \nVirtual Event! \nWe will be hosting this meeting Virtually!  Details to join the meeting will be distributed to registered attendees the day before the meeting.  You must register to get a link to the event.  Note the presentation will start at 7:00 pm. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ _module_preset=”default”] \nRegister Now!Buy Tickets on Eventbrite   \n\n  \n[/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/june-2021-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Technical Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20210407T000723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T001132Z
UID:225223-1621364400-1621368000@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:May 2021 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.8.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] \nIn early February of this year a water treatment facility was compromised in Florida. The attackers successfully increased the concentration of sodium hydroxide (also known as lye) by a factor of 100 risking potential illness for the public as well as significant erosion and pipe damage. Fortunately\, operators of the Oldsmar water treatment facility saw the attackers increase the concentration and were able to return the concentration to normal levels before there was any risk for harm to the public. This near-miss highlights several important trends for industrial cybersecurity: Industrial cybersecurity incidents can have major health and safety implications\, Critical infrastructure makes an attractive target to a variety of hackers\, Critical infrastructure is highly susceptible to cybersecurity attack. In this webinar we will review what is known so far about the attack on the Florida water system and identify practical steps that can be taken to improve the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure systems. \nPatrick O’Brien has five years of experience as a Safety and Cybersecurity Engineer at exida LLC. He leads a variety of functional safety and cybersecurity consulting services and training courses for end user industrial facilities. He specializes in gap analysis\, risk assessment techniques\, and subsequent safety/cybersecurity lifecycle tasks. He has significant experience as a project lead for multiple PHAs/HAZOPs\, LOPAs\, SRS\, SIL verifications\, functional safety management\, cybersecurity risk assessments\, and cybersecurity management across many industries including oil and gas\, specialty chemical\, machinery\, and robotics. He is a coauthor of Implementing IEC 62443: A Pragmatic Approach to Cybersecurity one of the first book published on industrial cybersecurity. Additionally\, he has developed training courses\, parts of the Certified Automation Cybersecurity Expert (CACE) exam\, a suite of functional safety and cybersecurity management templates\, and user tutorials for the exSILentia® software platform\, including significant work with the exSILentia Cyber™ tools. Patrick holds a BS in Chemical Engineering & German Language and Culture from the Pennsylvania State University. Patrick represents exida on the International Society of Automation Global Cybersecurity Alliance (ISAGCA). \nVirtual Event! \nWe will be hosting this meeting Virtually!  Details to join the meeting will be distributed to registered attendees the day before the meeting.  You must register to get a link to the event.  Note the presentation will start at 7:00 pm. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] \nRegister Now!Buy Tickets on Eventbrite   \n\n  \n[/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/may-2021-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Technical Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20210406T225959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T165256Z
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SUMMARY:April 2021 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.8.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] \n​As manufacturers continue to execute their digital transformation strategies\, they realize the need for an architecture that supports Industry 4.0. What worked for Industry 3.0 will not likely enable the transformation. This presentation will address the goals of a digital transformation strategy\, the steps needed in order to transform and most importantly\, the architecture required to be successful. \nDavid Schultz has 25 years of automation and process control experience across many market verticals\, with a focus on continuous and batch processing. Expertise with multiple layers of the automation stack including sensors\, SCADA and MES and cloud. He currently works with manufacturers to help them develop and execute strategies for their industrial transformation and asset management efforts. Member of the Society of Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP) and Project Management Institute (PMI). Certified CMRP\, CAP\, CRL and PMP. \nVirtual Event! \nWe will be hosting this meeting Virtually!  Details to join the meeting will be distributed to registered attendees the day before the meeting.  You must register to get a link to the event.  Note the presentation will start at 7:00 pm. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ _module_preset=”default”] \nRegister Now!Buy Tickets on Eventbrite   \n\n  \n[/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/april-2021-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Technical Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20210302T031825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T032301Z
UID:225193-1616094000-1616097600@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:March 2021 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ global_module=”225192″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.8.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] \nMost calibration technicians follow long-established procedures at their facility that have not evolved with instrumentation technology. Years ago\, maintaining a performance specification of ±1% of span was difficult\, but today’s instrumentation can easily exceed that level on an annual basis. In some instances\, technicians are using old test equipment that does not meet new technology specifications. This paper focuses on establishing base line performance testing where analysis of testing parameters (mainly tolerances\, intervals and test point schemes) can be analyzed and adjusted to meet optimal performance. Risk considerations will also be discussed – regulatory\, safety\, quality\, efficiency\, downtime and other critical parameters. A good understanding of these variables will help in making the best decisions on how to calibrate plant instrumentation and how to improve outdated practices. \nNed has been promoting and developing best practices for calibration management for over 25 years. He contributed to “The Engineer’s Guide to Industrial Temperature Measurement”. Ned consults on calibration best practices and provides technical support to Beamex customers as well as the sales team in the United States. \nVirtual Event! \nWe will be hosting this meeting Virtually!  Details to join the meeting will be distributed to registered attendees the day before the meeting.  You must register to get a link to the event.  Note the presentation will start at 7:00 pm. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.8.0″ _module_preset=”default”] \nRegister Now!Buy Tickets on Eventbrite   \n\n  \n[/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/march-2021-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Technical Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20210110T135739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210110T144505Z
UID:225168-1613502000-1613505600@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:February 2021 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] \nStart-up of new and existing facilities requires all involved parties to be coordinated and aware of their roles. Diane R. Barkin has completed the 3rd edition of Start-up: A Technician’s Guide which is part of a series of books ISA offers control systems technicians (CST) to prepare for CST certification at levels 1\, 2 or 3. Diane was able to write this book after over 30 years of experience in plant operation\, process and project engineering\, plant automation (system design and development of control strategies) and project management. She is proficient with control systems supplied by Honeywell (TDC and Experion)\, Schneider Electric (Foxboro I/A)\, and Emerson (DeltaV). \nHer book prepares all personnel for the high-pressure demands and fast-emerging challenges by familiarizing them with the entire process from initial planning meetings through final testing and documentation\, as well as the interactions between disciplines involved\, safety considerations\, and regulatory requirements. Besides being important for CCST certification\, this book can be used by those seeking to understand the ins and outs of plant start-up operations and management. At our meeting today we will discuss real world start-up situations and the importance of safety\, procedures and coordination to ensure a safe and efficient start-up. \nDiane R. Barkin\, serves as President and Senior Automation Specialist at Harris Automation Services\, Inc.\, a Houston-based company that offers a full line of control system services including: automation project engineering and management; design\, specification\, order\, programming\, and training; and assistance with construction and start-up. HAS\, Inc\, is entering its 23rd year of business. Diane served as President and Activities Coordinator of the largest Foxboro users group\, the Gulf Coast Foxboro I/A Users Group\, for 10 years and has a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. \nISA Technical Library – CCST Resource Library – Check out available resources HERE! \nVirtual Event! \nWe will be hosting this meeting Virtually!  Details to join the meeting will be distributed to registered attendees the day before the meeting.  You must register to get a link to the event.  Note the presentation will start at 7:00 pm. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default”] \nRegister Now!Buy Tickets on Eventbrite   \n\n  \n[/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/february-2021-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Technical Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20200925T005716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210110T143356Z
UID:4235-1611082800-1611086400@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:January 2021 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] \nDigital Transformation and Industry 4.0 are driving innovation in Industrial Manufacturing and adapting to new technologies is key to producing positive business outcomes. Come learn how Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, Machine Learning (ML)\, and analytics can be utilized to achieve innovation and productivity within your company. We will discuss real world applications and use cases using these technologies. \nBryan has spent 20 years working for RoviSys\, one of the largest independent Global System Integrators focused on manufacturing and industrial customers. During that time\, he has focused on MES\, Historian\, Software\, and Information Solutions in the Operational Technology (OT) space. Bryan’s current focus is on applying advanced technologies\, such as AI\, Machine Learning (ML)\, and Analytics to boost the productivity of global manufacturers. Bryan has a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Akron. \nVirtual Event! \nWe will be hosting this meeting Virtually!  Details to join the meeting will be distributed to registered attendees the day before the meeting.  You must register to get a link to the event.  Note the presentation will start at 7:00 pm. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.7.7″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] \nRegister Now!Buy Tickets on Eventbrite   \n\n\n[/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/january-2021-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Technical Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20200925T005445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T174337Z
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SUMMARY:November 2020 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]Virtual Event! \nWe will be hosting this meeting Virtually!  Details to join the meeting will be distributed to registered attendees the day before the meeting.  You must register to get a link to the event.  Note the presentation will start at 7:00 pm.\n \nPowered by Eventbrite\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/november-2020-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20200925T005918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T005918Z
UID:4238-1603220400-1603224000@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:October 2020 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:As emerging technologies like augmented reality\, virtual reality and artificial intelligence become more prevalent in the technology sector\, specific elements have been found to lend themselves very well toward industrial environments. Augmented reality\, in particular\, provides benefits for a wide range of applications within the instrumentation and process control industry to help reduce costs and improve operations. Augmented reality can help to improve traceability\, reduce training costs\, along with helping to improve maintenance and operations. Another great benefit to using augmented reality technology is to provide a window into the virtual world toward presenting live instrumentation data in real time. Come see Jon Herrity from Standard Electric explain how “AR” can be leveraged to improve navigation of the virtual realm. \nJon Herrity has been working with industrial automation products and technologies for 15 years. Jon graduated from the University of Michigan with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. He worked at the Mitsubishi Electric factory in Himeji\, Japan for 3 years providing overseas technical support for micro PLCs and HMIs. Jon has been working in electrical distribution for 7 years. \nVirtual Event! \nWe will be hosting this meeting Virtually!  Details to join the meeting will be distributed to registered attendees the day before the meeting.  You must register to get a link to the event.  Note the presentation will start at 7:00 pm. \n \nPowered by Eventbrite
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/october-2020-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20190827T134005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T134005Z
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SUMMARY:September 2019 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:How a DTS Leak Detection Solution can improve your Process Capabilities \nThis presentation will provide an introduction to DTS technology and solutions\, the benefits of utilizing the technology within the process environment to help prevent costly leaks and how it can be used in conjunction with other technologies to enhance the typical leak detection solution.  We will look at real life examples of tank leak detection\, pipeline leak detection as well as equipment leak detection solutions. \nMr. Webster is a 1994 graduate from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology with a Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering Technology. He holds a License to Practice Engineering within Alberta with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta.  He also is a Professional Technologist Engineering with The Association of Science & Engineering Technology Professionals in Alberta and a Certified Engineering Technologist with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists. He is a Senior Member of ISA and has held several positions within including the President of the Sarnia Section. He is currently employed with Yokogawa Corporation of America as their Manager of Product Services and Solutions. His focus has been on the Product Management and Product Marketing of several solutions based products including DTSX\, FluidCom\, and the OP-VRG products.  Steve has been involved with DTS technology since 2014 and has been involved very heavily as the subject matter expert on DTS technologies within Yokogawa and has delivered several presentations on the DTS topics. \nSponsor for Social Hour:  JMI\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH) \nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/september-2019-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn & Suites\, 1471 Rock Creek Boulevard\, Joliet\, IL\, 60431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20190113T124324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190113T124324Z
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SUMMARY:May 2019 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Next Bhopal\nJoin us on May 21st as we hear from Paul Gruhn of aeSolutions. Paul will discuss how many of the precursors that led to the Bhopal disaster actually occur daily in minor forms throughout industry today. Preventing disasters — and the incidents of lesser consequence leading up to them — requires probing deeper beneath their seemingly superficial\, distracting\, and highly-visible exterior. Doing so shows how similar all industrial disasters actually are. Recognizing the patterns that led to the Bhopal disaster in many of the processes that we operate today indicates there is a weakness deserving our attention. This presentation will summarize fundamentals of a portion of the Bhopal plant’s process design\, changes that were made contrary to the original specifications\, problems encountered\, numerous design and operational changes that were made (with the best of intentions) that simply led to further problems\, and how these issues came together to cause the worst industrial disaster in history. Relating these events to issues commonly encountered in other facilities around the world today creates many parallels. This awareness is needed to prevent major industrial disasters and the more frequent “minor” process safety events that precede them today. \nPaul Gruhn is a Global Functional Safety Consultant with aeSolutions in Houston\, Texas. Paul is an ISA Life Fellow\, a 25+ year member and co-chair of the ISA 84 standard committee (on safety instrumented systems)\, the developer and instructor of ISA courses on safety systems\, the author of two ISA textbooks\, and the developer of the first commercial safety system software modeling program. Paul has a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from Illinois Institute of Technology\, is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas\, a member of the Control Systems Engineering PE exam committee\, and both a Certified Functional Safety Expert (CFSE) and an ISA 84 Safety Instrumented Systems Expert. Paul is the 2019 ISA President. \nSponsor for Social Hour:  REOTEMP\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH) \nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine\n\n \nPowered by Eventbrite
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/may-2019-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20190308T220844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190308T220844Z
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SUMMARY:April 2019 Technical Meeting - Flossmoor
DESCRIPTION:High-Performance HMI (ISA 101) Done Right\nJoin us in April as we learn from Lee Swindler of MAVERICK Technologies who will discuss what HP-HMI is about and how to implement it effectively.  This topic is being offered on two separate nights at different locations in the Chicago-land area.  You can attend on April 16th in Plainfield\, IL or April 17th in Flossmoor\, IL.  See below for additional details on the locations. \nAlthough High-Performance HMI (HP-HMI) concepts have been around for some time\, a lot more goes into creating an optimal HMI than you might think. Without an implementation process that facilitates operator engagement\, there is a risk the new graphics will not be effective or even suffer outright rejection.  In this presentation\, we’ll examine how effective graphics development results in an HMI that achieves enthusiastic operator buy-in and makes it possible to proactively identify plant problems and respond to them faster. \nLee Swindler is a Program Manager with MAVERICK Technologies.  Lee has 30 years of automation industry experience including 21 years in manufacturing (Amoco\, LyondellBasell) and 9 years on the engineering services side.  Lee graduated in 1988 with a BSEE degree from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nOverview of HP-HMI\nProven advantages of HP-HMI\nHow to implement for maximum benefit\n\nSponsor for Social Hour:  ISA\, Will-DuPage\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH) \nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine\n\n \nPowered by Eventbrite
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/april-2019-technical-meeting-flossmoor/
LOCATION:Flossmoor Station Brewery\, 1035 Sterling Ave\, Flossmoor\, IL\, 60422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="ISA%2C Will-DuPage Section":MAILTO:webmaster@isawilldupage.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20190113T124256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190113T124256Z
UID:3965-1555434000-1555444800@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:April 2019 Technical Meeting - Plainfield
DESCRIPTION:High-Performance HMI (ISA 101) Done Right\nJoin us in April as we learn from Lee Swindler of MAVERICK Technologies who will discuss what HP-HMI is about and how to implement it effectively.  This topic is being offered on two separate nights at different locations in the Chicago-land area.  You can attend on April 16th in Plainfield\, IL or April 17th in Flossmoor\, IL.  See below for additional details on the locations. \nAlthough High-Performance HMI (HP-HMI) concepts have been around for some time\, a lot more goes into creating an optimal HMI than you might think. Without an implementation process that facilitates operator engagement\, there is a risk the new graphics will not be effective or even suffer outright rejection.  In this presentation\, we’ll examine how effective graphics development results in an HMI that achieves enthusiastic operator buy-in and makes it possible to proactively identify plant problems and respond to them faster. \nLee Swindler is a Program Manager with MAVERICK Technologies.  Lee has 30 years of automation industry experience including 21 years in manufacturing (Amoco\, LyondellBasell) and 9 years on the engineering services side.  Lee graduated in 1988 with a BSEE degree from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nOverview of HP-HMI\nProven advantages of HP-HMI\nHow to implement for maximum benefit\n\nSponsor for Social Hour:  MAVERICK Technologies\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH) \nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine\n\n \nPowered by Eventbrite
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/april-2019-technical-meeting-plainfield/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190307T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190307T193000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20181203T051135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181203T051135Z
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SUMMARY:2019 Tabletop Show
DESCRIPTION:Join the ISA\, Will-DuPage Section at the 2019 Tabletop Show. 50+ Exhibitors will be Showcasing their Products\, Technologies\, and Services. This year we will again have Technical Seminars at the start of the show. \nTechnical Seminars: \n\nRoom 1\n\n1:00 PM – Non Contact RADAR Innovations\n\nChristopher P Lewis\, Senior Applications Engineer\, Vega\n\n\n2:00 PM – Analog vs Digital Sensors for Liquid Analytics\n\nNick Masters\, Regional Manager\, M4 Knick\n\n\n3:00 PM – Advances in Temperature Sensing Technology and Calibration\n\nAshley David\, Pressure and Temperature Product Manager\, Endress+Hauser\n\n\n\n\nRoom 2\n\n1:00 PM – Cybersecurity\n\nRick Witucki\, Technical Consultant\, Schneider Electric\n\n\n 2:00 PM – Improved Measurement and Control Utilizing Advanced Calibration Strategies\n\nNed Espy\, Technical Director\, Beamex\n\n\n3:00 PM – Thoughts on Troubleshooting Control Valve Systems\n\nRay Freudinger\, Senior Reliability Specialist CFSP\, Novaspect\n\n\n\n\n\nEarn professional development hours (PDH) for attending the sessions. \nTabletop Highlights:\n\nTechnical Seminars starting at 1:00 PM\nTabletop Exhibit Hall Opens at 3:00 PM\n50+ Exhibitors\nNetworking\nFood and Drinks\n\nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine.\n\n \nPowered by Eventbrite
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/2019-tabletop-show/
LOCATION:Harrahs Joliet Casino and Hotel Ballroom\, 151 N Joliet St.\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20190113T121750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190113T121750Z
UID:3959-1550595600-1550606400@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:February 2019 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Variable Speed Drives\nJoin us on February 19\, 2019 as we learn from Thomas J Svoren of Rockwell Automation who will discuss Variable Speed Drives. \nThere are many VFD installed in our manufacturing plants.  As technology evolves\, Reflective Wave\, Harmonic\, and Common Mode Noise are becoming more common.  This session will explore the differences between these phenomena’s how to recognize which one you have\, and what are effective remediation methods. \nTom is a Project Application Engineer for Rockwell Automation.   He has held various positions related to the field of electrical/electronic control of industrial automation over the past 25 years.  Tom is a graduate from Marquette University in 1992 with a Degree in Electrical Engineering.  Tom has extensive knowledge and experience in the areas of Adjustable Speed AC Motor Drive Technology.  This knowledge and experience is used to solve and explain some of the most complicated issues associated with installation and applications of Rockwell Automation products.  He functions as Technical Advisor for Rockwell Automation’s  Adjustable Speed AC Motor Drives Technical Support. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nWhat are these phenomena?\nWhat does each one do?\nHow do the effect my Plant or Operation?\nHow do I recognize each of them and what can I do about it?\n\nSponsor for Social Hour:  Englewood Electric Supply\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH) \nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine\n\n \nPowered by Eventbrite
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/february-2019-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20190109T003310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190109T003310Z
UID:3952-1548176400-1548187200@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:January 2019 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We Are in Control: How to Specify a Control Valve\nJoin us on January 22\, 2019 as we learn from Eric Lofland of Ambitech who will discuss control valve specifications. \nWe Are in Control: How to Specify a Control Valve presents an engineer’s perspective on the anatomy and theory of a control valve. Eric Lofland walks through the process of filling out a control valve datasheet and the vendor interactions that occur in the specification process\, with particular emphasis on common design challenges and how to identify them early on. \nEric Lofland graduated with a B. S. in Chemical Engineering from Florida State University. Eric has worked as an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer with Ambitech Engineering Corporation for the past 7 years\, where he provides instrumentation design and controls integration services to refineries and chemical plants. He specializes in materials and instrument specifications that interface with chemical processes. \nSponsor for Social Hour:  Novaspect\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH) \nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine\n\n \nPowered by Eventbrite
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/january-2019-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20180917T154824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180917T154824Z
UID:3901-1542128400-1542139200@isawilldupage.org
SUMMARY:November 2018 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Thin Computing in the Industrial Environment\nJoin us on November 13\, 2018 as we learn from Martin Gillanders of EESCO who will discuss Evaluating the benefits and hurdles of a thin computing architecture on the plant floor and how this augments the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). \nThe presentation will give a basic overview of thin computing and its current applications in the IT world. It will then move into the hurdles faced when attempting to apply similar concepts in the industrial arena\, and how the innovative solutions and incorporation of existing best practices in the networking space permit the implementation of thin computing solutions. This presentation will wrap up with a summary of best practices when migrating from existing into thin computing architectures. \nMartin Gillanders has been working in the Industrial Automation industry for 5 years. Martin launched his career at System Technology Inc.\, implementing conveyor systems and integrating custom and third-party machinery into fully automated lines. In 2016\, Martin entered the electrical distribution market at EESCO while maintaining a focus on automation systems and industrial networks. Today\, he focuses on the continuous improvement of automation systems and the implementation of best practices when navigating the world of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Martin Gillanders is a 2014 graduate of Purdue University with a BS in Mechatronics Engineering and a current Masters student in the Mechatronics Engineering and Engineering Leadership and Management fields. \nTopics to be Covered: \n\nThin Computing Basics\nMigration from existing architectures\nCost / Benefit analysis\n\nSponsor for Social Hour:  Englewood Electric\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH) \nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/november-2018-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20181002T011801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181002T011801Z
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SUMMARY:October 2018 Technical Meeting - Chicago Area
DESCRIPTION:How Steam Conditioning Valves Improve Your Process\nPlease join us on for a technical presentation by David Tamm of Samson Controls on the topic of “How Steam Conditioning Valves Improve Your Process”.  This topic is being offered on two separate nights at different locations in the Chicago-land area.  You can attend on October 16th in Plainfield\, IL or October 17th in Oak Brook\, IL.  See below for additional details on the locations. \nThis presentation will provide an introduction into the physics of steam\, the challenges associated with this process media\, superheating and desuperheating processes\, the functionality of steam conditioning valves and increase performance compared to different desuperheating techniques and the pros and cons of various methods of steam desuperheating used in industrial processing plants. The presentation will provide practical examples of steam condition valves in use in several different industrial processes. \nMr. Tamm is a 2009 graduate of the University of Houston with a BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering.  Since working with Samson he has been assigned to the Samson AG Headquarters in Frankfurt\, Germany as the product manager for control valves specializing in steam conditioning applications and is currently the Senior Manager of Product Management and R&D at Samson Controls in Baytown\, TX.  During his tenure with Samson he has been exposed to numerous industrial steam conditioning applications\, the problems resulting from the use of improper equipment and installations\, and how to resolve those problems through the use of engineered products.  These experiences have placed him in the unique position to gain valuable knowledge and expertise of process steam applications and allowed him to become a subject matter expert on this complex topic. \nSponsor for Social Hour:  George E Booth Co. and Samson Controls\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH) \nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/october-2018-technical-meeting-chicago-area/
LOCATION:The Clubhouse Oak Brook\, 298 Oakbrook Center\, Oak Brook\, IL\, 60523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20180917T150210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180917T150210Z
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SUMMARY:October 2018 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:How Steam Conditioning Valves Improve Your Process\nPlease join us on for a technical presentation by David Tamm of Samson Controls on the topic of “How Steam Conditioning Valves Improve Your Process”.  This topic is being offered on two separate nights at different locations in the Chicago-land area.  You can attend on October 16th in Plainfield\, IL or October 17th in Oak Brook\, IL.  See below for additional details on the locations. \nThis presentation will provide an introduction into the physics of steam\, the challenges associated with this process media\, superheating and desuperheating processes\, the functionality of steam conditioning valves and increase performance compared to different desuperheating techniques and the pros and cons of various methods of steam desuperheating used in industrial processing plants. The presentation will provide practical examples of steam condition valves in use in several different industrial processes. \nMr. Tamm is a 2009 graduate of the University of Houston with a BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering.  Since working with Samson he has been assigned to the Samson AG Headquarters in Frankfurt\, Germany as the product manager for control valves specializing in steam conditioning applications and is currently the Senior Manager of Product Management and R&D at Samson Controls in Baytown\, TX.  During his tenure with Samson he has been exposed to numerous industrial steam conditioning applications\, the problems resulting from the use of improper equipment and installations\, and how to resolve those problems through the use of engineered products.  These experiences have placed him in the unique position to gain valuable knowledge and expertise of process steam applications and allowed him to become a subject matter expert on this complex topic. \nSponsor for Social Hour:  George E Booth Co. and Samson Controls\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH) \nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/october-2018-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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SUMMARY:September 2018 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Electric Heat Trace\nJoin us on September 18\, 2018 as we learn from Bill O’Brien of nVent Thermal who will discuss electric heat trace (EHT) for industrial applications. \nTopics for discussion include an overall review of the basics of electric heat trace and the different technologies used in industrial applications. We will also be going over the different control and monitoring functions surrounding electric heat trace. Finally\, we will have an overview of industry best-practices regarding the maintenance and reliability of EHT systems. \nBill O’Brien is a Technical Sales Representative with nVent. He has been designing and troubleshooting heat trace for 5 years. He has a B.A. from Benedictine University in Lisle\, IL. Bill is responsible for the counties of DuPage\, Will\, Kankakee\, Iroquois\, Ford\, Grundy\, Kendall\, Kane\, DeKalb\, LaSalle\, Putnam\, Bureau\, Lee\, Ogle\, and Cook up to the city limits of Chicago. \nTopics to be Covered: \n\nBasics of Electric Heat Trace\nControl and Monitoring\nIndustry Best Practices for Maintenance and Reliability\n\nSponsor for Social Hour:  nVent Thermal\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH) \nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/september-2018-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Technical Meeting
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SUMMARY:May 2018 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:DP Flow Diagnostics\nJoin us on May 22\, 2018 as we learn from Josh Waters – Tek-Trol who will discuss TekValsys DP differential pressure flow element diagnostic solution.\nTekValsys DP patented technique has proven to be an extremely powerful tool in ensuring accuracy\, providing real-time alerts of meter mismeasurement\, and performance shifts\, and reducing maintenance overheads on DP systems. Applicable to all types of differential pressure metering systems\, including Orifice\, Venturi\, Cone\, Flow Nozzle\, and Wedge; TekValSys DP uses 3 Differential Pressure (DP) measurements to monitor the entire pressure field through the meter body.\nJosh Waters has 15 years experience in Industrial Automation and Instrumentation. He has held Field Sales\, Product Management\, Business Unit Management and Sales Management positions at Dwyer Instruments\, Automation Products Group and Tek-Trol. Josh has a Mechanical Engineering degree from Trine University in Angola Indiana and a MBA from Purdue University.\nTopics to be Covered: \nReduced Financial Exposure to Mismeasurement\nReduced Maintenance Cost\nReduced Risk to Personnel Health and Safety\nAssurance of Meter System Performance\nPossibility of Achieving Financial Payback in Few Days \nSponsor for Social Hour:  Tek-Trol\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH)\nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine.
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/may-2018-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180426T190000
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SUMMARY:April 2018 Technical Meeting - Chicago Area
DESCRIPTION:Internet of Things and Its Impact on Manufacturing\nJoin us on April 26th as we learn from Jessica Morell who will discuss Industrial Internet of Things and Digital Transformation are and how they will affect manufacturing.\nThis presentation will provide an overview of what the Industrial Internet of Things and Digital Transformation are and how they will affect manufacturing.  This discussion will include what the future of manufacturing looks like and the importance of companies adapting to the technology and developing a strategy.\nJessica is a 2013 graduate of the University of Dayton with a BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering.  Over the past 5 years\, she has worked in electrical distribution as a Product Manager supporting PLC\, HMI\, and Networking Product lines.    Today\, she serves as a Business Development Manager at WESCO/Englewood Electric for their Networking and Information Software product lines.   Jessica is a CISCO certified Industrial Networking Specialist and spends time within the field discussing networking best practices\, information software solutions\, and the Internet of Things (IoT) strategies.\nSponsor for Social Hour:  ISA\, Will-DuPage Section\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH)\nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine.
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/april-2018-technical-meeting-chicago-area/
LOCATION:Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse\, 10233 West Higgins Road\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018\, US
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180424T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180424T190000
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SUMMARY:April 2018 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Internet of Things and Its Impact on Manufacturing\nJoin us on April 24th as we learn from Jessica Morell who will discuss Industrial Internet of Things and Digital Transformation are and how they will affect manufacturing.\nThis presentation will provide an overview of what the Industrial Internet of Things and Digital Transformation are and how they will affect manufacturing.  This discussion will include what the future of manufacturing looks like and the importance of companies adapting to the technology and developing a strategy.\nJessica is a 2013 graduate of the University of Dayton with a BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering.  Over the past 5 years\, she has worked in electrical distribution as a Product Manager supporting PLC\, HMI\, and Networking Product lines.    Today\, she serves as a Business Development Manager at WESCO/Englewood Electric for their Networking and Information Software product lines.   Jessica is a CISCO certified Industrial Networking Specialist and spends time within the field discussing networking best practices\, information software solutions\, and the Internet of Things (IoT) strategies.\nSponsor for Social Hour:  Englewood Electric Supply Co.\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH)\nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine.
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/april-2018-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180220T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180220T190000
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CREATED:20180129T234000Z
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SUMMARY:February 2018 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:February 2018 Technical Meeting\nCalibration Best Practices\nJoin us on Feb 20\, 2018 as we learn from Chuck Boyd\, Beamex\, Inc. who will discuss the critical items to address for a calibration program based on sound metrology fundamentals.\nWe’ll discuss factors to focus on to transform calibration programs to ensure the resulting transformation will drive long-term value in areas such as compliance\, quality/accuracy\, safety and efficiency.\nChuck Boyd\, Business Development Director\, has been in software development\, system implementation and business development roles for the past 30+ years. He has been in Business Development and Client Advocacy roles for the past 20 years\, the most recent 10 years with Beamex managing key global and strategic accounts\, market development in various regions of the U.S. and currently strategic market development within the Power and Energy sector. Also\, Beamex is a ISA Corporate Partner and was previously their Premiere Strategic Partner for Calibration.\nTopics to be Covered:  \nMeasurement Tolerance and Pass/Fail Determination\nTest Strategy Including Hysteresis\nMaintaining Acceptable Test Uncertainty Ratios\nSecuring Information Assets \nLocation:  Nevin’s Brewing Company\n12337 S Rte 59\nPlainfield\, IL 60585\nhttp://www.nevinsbrewing.com/\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, February 20\, 2018\n5:00 PM Social Hour\n6:00 PM Dinner\n7:00 PM Presentation\nRegister: https://isawilldupage.org/event/february-2018-technical-meeting\n $15 Non- Members | $5 Member & Students\nSocial Hour Sponsored By: Beamex \nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH)\nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine.
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/february-2018-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180123T190000
DTSTAMP:20260517T052421
CREATED:20171221T043200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171221T043200Z
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SUMMARY:January 2018 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:January 2018 Technical Meeting\nAPI 612 & 670 Updates for Turbine Safety\nCheck out Jim’s Presentation Here!\nJoin us on January 23\, 2018 as we learn from Jim Jacoby of Tri-Sen Systems Corporation who will highlight recent changes to API 670 and 612 with regards to turbine safety.\nAs the industry has evolved regarding safety\, most clients are aware of the need for a comprehensive approach to turbine safety.  To that end\, a refinement is reflected in the latest editions of industry standards such as API 612 (Special Purpose Steam Turbines for Petroleum\, Chemical and Gas Industry Services) and API 670 (Machinery Protection Systems).  The new standards cover the importance of considering the performance of all components in the “turbine safety chain.”  The end goal of the turbine safety design is to prevent the occurrence of overspeed events.\nJim Jacoby is the Vice President of Technology for Tri-Sen Systems Corporation based in Webster\, TX.\nJim has accumulated over forty years of experience in the application\, manufacturing and control of large rotating machinery for the petrochemical\, refining and power industries. His experience includes steam turbines\, gas turbines\, compressors and generators.  Jim’sexpertise is recognized by the following: \nPatents for turbine speed detection systems and hydraulic trip blocks\nCommittee member of API-612\, seventh edition task force\nCommittee member of API-670\, seventh edition task force \nTopics to be Covered:  \nAPI 612 latest recommendations regarding turbine safety\nAPI 670 latest recommendations regarding turbine safety\nLatest end-user practices regarding turbine safety \nLocation:  Nevin’s Brewing Company\n12337 S Rte 59\nPlainfield\, IL 60585\nhttp://www.nevinsbrewing.com/\nDate & Time:Tuesday\, January 23\, 2018\n5:00 PM Social Hour\n6:00 PM Dinner\n7:00 PM Presentation\nRegister: https://isawilldupage.org/event/january-2018-technical-meeting/\n $15 Non- Members | $5 Member & Students\nSocial Hour Sponsored By: Tri-Sen Systems Corporation\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH)\nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine.
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/january-2018-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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SUMMARY:November 2017 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Identifying Inefficiencies Within the Compressed Air System\nJoin us on November 21\, 2017 as we learn from Danny Shaver at Compressed Air Technologies who will discuss process of identifying inefficiencies and waste energy consumption within the compressed air system.\nWe identify\, quantify the cost implications\, and propose cost-effective solutions to compressed air system inefficiencies. Subsequent to an onsite air system audit is the air system audit report\, which will include identified waste and inefficient system operation issues\, the cost to the facility represented by these operational problems\, suggested equipment to mitigate the energy and operational inadequacies\, and recommended new equipment and costs\, if necessary\nMr. Shaver has been involved in the evaluation of industrial compressed air systems\, with the goal of reducing energy consumption and optimizing system performance\, for over 25 years. He has been involved in over 250 compressed air energy and optimization audits in the refinery\, chemical\, food\, and clean-room industries.\nLocation:  Nevin’s Brewing Company\n12337 S Rte 59 Plainfield\, IL 60585 http://www.nevinsbrewing.com/\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, November 21\, 2017\n5:00 PM Social Hour 6:00 PM Dinner 7:00 PM Presentation\nSocial Hour Sponsored By: Enpro Inc\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH)\nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine.
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/november-2017-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171017T190000
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SUMMARY:October 2017 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Fugitive Emissions for Quarter Turn Valves\nJoin us on October 17th as we learn from Denny Knight – Keckley Companyon how American Petroleum Institute (API) is addressing Fugitive Emissions for quarter-turn products in the market today.\nWith the importance of environmental safety growing every day in the upstream\, midstream\, and downstream markets\, it is more important than ever to make sure quarter turn valves adhere to the most current Fugitive Emissions standards in the industry. API has recently addressed these concerns with a brand new quarter-turn valve spec (API 641 – Type Testing of Quarter-turn Valves for Fugitive Emissions)\nDenny is the Quarter Turn Operations Manager for Keckley Company. Keckley provides fully compliant ASME B16.34\, API 608\, and now API 641 ball valves to upstream\, midstream\, and downstream markets. He has a B.S. in Industrial Technology from the University of Louisiana – Lafayette and over 17 years of experience in manufacturing valves and valve automation. Denny has been a member of the API SCOPV (Subcommittee on Piping & Valves) group for 4 years and was also one of 14 task force members that helped create the current API 641 standard.\nTechnical Meeting Topics to be Covered:\n• Brief History of Fugitive Emissions\n• Updates to Multi-turn Fugitive Emissions Specs\n• Why Quarter-Turn Valves?\n• Scope of API 641\n• API 641 Testing Requirements\nLocation:  Nevin’s Brewing Company\n12337 S Rte 59\nPlainfield\, IL 60585\nhttp://www.nevinsbrewing.com/\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, October 17\, 2017\n5:00 PM Social Hour\n6:00 PM Dinner\n7:00 PM Presentation\nSocial Hour Sponsored By: George E Booth\nAttend this seminar and receive 1.0 Professional Development Hours (PDH)\n \nPrint Here and Post by the Coffee Machine.
URL:https://isawilldupage.org/event/october-2017-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Nevins Brewing Company\, 12337 IL-59\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60585\, United States
CATEGORIES:Technical Meeting
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