Workshops

All workshops will run Monday, June 3 from 8-11:30 a.m.

• The Future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Maintenance and Reliability

  Date: Monday June 3, 2024, 8:00 am - 11:30 am

  Room: Ballroom AB

  Clay Brehm - Senior Solution Architect, Amazon Web Services

  Michael Reinhold - Senior Solution Architect, Amazon Web Services

  Applied artificial intelligence (AI) presents a significant opportunity for manufacturing plants, enabling them to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall performance. Plants can streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance decision-making by analyzing real-time production data. The opportunity cost of not adopting AI is high, as plants may experience slower production rates, increased downtime, and higher operational costs. However, moving too quickly without proper planning can result in suboptimal outcomes.
  
  We will provide an overview of the potential benefits of AI for manufacturing, explain different AI techniques and how they can be applied to manufacturing, and provide examples of companies that have successfully implemented AI in their operations. The seminar would also focus on helping manufacturing professionals develop a plan for adopting AI in their workspace, including identifying potential use cases, assessing readiness, and developing a roadmap for implementation.
  
  Led by AI experts, the workshop will provide an overview of the potential benefits of AI for manufacturing, explain different AI techniques and how they can be applied to manufacturing, and provide examples of companies that have successfully implemented AI in their operations. We will focus on helping manufacturing professionals develop a plan for adopting AI in their workspace, including identifying potential use cases, assessing readiness, and developing a roadmap for implementation.

• The IoT Pilot Workshop

  Date: Monday June 3, 2024, 8:00 am - 11:30 am

  Room: Ballroom CD

  Jeremy Drury - Owner, Jeremy Drury IoT

  2023 research showed that the average IoT Pilot still takes nearly 36 months to scale. And that's "average." We've all experienced pilots with no end, pricing issues, capability issues, personnel issues, and more. Based on real-life feedback, this workshop will "role play" varying scenarios on how to get an IoT Pilot up and running and on a path to scale, with all of the twists and turns along the way and how to mitigate each. (No speaking is required from audience members.)

• Critical Steps to Lubrication Program Transformation

  Date: Monday June 3, 2024, 8:00 am - 11:30 am

  Room: Ballroom H

  Wes Cash - Vice President of Services, Noria Services

  Many want to improve their lubrication programs but don't know where to start. Some simply want to "do better" but don't have a clear goal or vision for what a real lubrication program should look like.
  
  This workshop will take an ambiguous idea of a lubrication program and turn it into a crisp picture of the future state of their program.
  
  Attendees will learn common pitfalls to avoid, how to justify improvement costs, and where they should begin for their improvement efforts. They should also work in or manage a lubrication program in an industrial facility.

• How to Implement a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Program

  Date: Monday June 3, 2024, 8:00 am - 11:30 am

  Room: Ballroom G

  Joe Anderson - Chief Operating Officer, ReliabilityX

  Delve into the core principles of TPM, from autonomous maintenance to continuous improvement, and gain practical insights for seamless implementation. Whether you're looking to refine your maintenance strategies or initiate a robust operator care program, this workshop is your gateway to enhanced operational reliability and profitability.
  
  You’ll master the art of TPM and discover how it can propel your organization to new heights of productivity. Join us in this transformative workshop and equip yourself with the tools to drive lasting success through a robust TPM program. This workshop is perfect for plant managers, maintenance coordinators, and anyone involved in operational improvement initiatives.

• Modern Methods for Using Ultrasound

  Date: Monday June 3, 2024, 8:00 am - 11:30 am

  Room: Ballroom E

  Maureen Gribble - Sales Enablement Leader, UE Systems, Inc.

  Alex Cooper - Regional Manager, UE Systems

  The constant evolution and advancements in ultrasound technology are crucial for professionals in the manufacturing industry due to the significant impact that ultrasound provides on efficiency, productivity, and safety. As the industry continues to battle issues such as skilled labor shortages, economic ebbs and flows, and increased pressure to do more with less, equipping maintenance and reliability professionals with advanced condition monitoring technology that is versatile and easy to use is going to become more than a want but a necessity.
  
  In this workshop, we'll explore ultrasound's versatility and simplicity, highlighting the advancements that have made it possible to adopt this technology and reap substantial ROIs even faster. The workshop will also include hands-on time with the technology, allowing attendees to truly see for themselves how powerful this technology can be.
  
  This workshop will benefit attendees looking to add ultrasound to their condition monitoring toolbox or those already using ultrasound but looking to take their programs to the next level with advanced technology options. With the mix of instructor-led content and hands-on opportunities, attendees will get an in-depth look into how ultrasound can help solve the problems they face at their facilities quickly and efficiently.

• Deliver the “1-2 Punch” to Defeat Downtime and Drive Asset Reliability

  Date: Monday June 3, 2024, 8:00 am - 11:30 am

  Room: Ballroom F

  Jeff Shiver - Managing Principal, People and Processes

  Both maintenance and operations functions struggle to deliver on their promise of increased asset reliability, meeting production demands without increased costs, and ultimately, company profitability that impacts employee wallets, too.
  
  The recent incidents demonstrate how costs can escalate in maintenance and operations, with potential environmental cleanup and legal expenses, robbing the organization of profit and social confidence. When downtime alone occurs, potential profit is lost forever.
  
  PM and PdM programs often fail to yield the desired asset reliability, with over 40-60% of PMs not adding value. Maintenance planning is often doing everything but planning. Skilled trades turnover and staffing shortages drive more human error and downtime. The true root causes of failure are usually not identified and, worse, not addressed.
  
  In our intensive workshop designed for professionals of varying expertise, from newcomers to seasoned veterans, you will take a guided journey that illuminates the path from problem identification to solution implementation. You will be presented with a winning “1-2 Punch” using a combination of hands-on practical exercises and discussions.