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SUMMARY:Applying Machine Learning to Improve Build Quality of Laser-based Additive Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintJoin us for this webinar by the team led by Dr. Qian Wang\, Professor of Mechanical Engineering\, The Pennsylvania State University. This project is supported by a 2018 DCED Manufacturing PA Innovation Program Award. \nLaser-based additive manufacturing (AM) processes involve a large number of process parameters that affect the final geometry\, mechanical property\, material microstructure\, and surface roughness. Existing analytical models are often restricted by over-simplified assumptions and thus not suitable for real applications\, whereas high-fidelity numerical models such as finite-element-analysis based models can be computationally expensive to be used in real-time build control. \nThis project proposes a machine learning approach to model the relationship between process parameters and the build geometry\, by utilizing physics-based insights to define input features as well as modeling architecture. A suite of machine learning algorithms will be examined for their efficacy in model prediction. Simulated data generated from the Autodesk’s Netfabb Local Simulation are mainly used for model training and testing\, and experimental data will also be collected to further calibrate the model. Success of the project will help reduce the level of trial and error currently required in AM industry and thus help reduce the associated cost. \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/applying-machine-learning-improve-build-quality-laser-based-additive-manufacturing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T140000
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SUMMARY:Unlocking the Value of Ergonomics with Big Data
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintDate: Wednesday\, September 18\, 2019\nTime: 2:00 p.m. EDT (GMT -4\, New York)\nDuration: 1 Hour\nEvent Type: Live Webinar\nCost: Free \nRegister Today! \nDescription \nA prominent buzzword in recent years\, “big data” is giving visibility to the need for addressing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in the workplace.  A collection of ergonomics information can translate into meaningful evidence\, or what we like to call a “super-ergonomics-mind”. \nCollectively\, Humantech’s software solutions have one of the largest and richest ergonomics-related datasets known. With close to 100\,000 users and over 150\,000 completed MSD risk assessments\, meaningful trends have been captured and benchmarked against its 100+ global organizations. Since the company’s inception over 40 years ago\, board-certified professional ergonomists\, software solutions\, and worldwide client engagements have contributed to this super-ergonomics-mind. This information will help safety professionals make better decisions and deploy smarter solutions with their ergonomics programs. Key statistics and meaningful trends will be shared. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nthe value that ergonomics brings to organizations.\nhow data can drive health & safety professionals to make change.\nhow market and industry trends are identified.\nhow smarter solutions improve both employee well-being and business performance.\n\nSpeakers \nJeff Sanford\, BHK\, MHK\, CPE\, Director of Consulting and Ergonomics Engineer\, Humantech \nJeff Sanford\, Director of Consulting and Ergonomics Engineer for Humantech\, leads a team of ergonomists to develop\, manage\, and sustain global ergonomics programs using software solutions for Fortune 1000 clients across a broad spectrum of industries\, including food and beverage\, automotive\, aerospace\, pharmaceutical\, and steel. Recent client engagements include Cummins\, Denso\, Tower Automotive\, Flex n Gate\, Moen\, Airbus Helicopters\, Griffith Foods and Wells Dairy. \nPrior to joining Humantech\, Jeff worked as a divisional ergonomics engineer within the seating systems division of Lear Corporation. Managing ergonomics issues at nine U.S. facilities\, launching new products\, and solving ergonomics issues arising from products\, workstations\, processes\, and packaging were some of his responsibilities. \nJeff received a Bachelor and Master of Human Kinetics degrees and a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Windsor in Windsor\, Ontario. He has achieved recognition as a Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE). \nGreg Cresswell\, B.Sc.\, CPE\, Director of Implementation and Ergonomics Engineer\, Humantech \nGreg Cresswell\, Director of Implementation and Ergonomics Engineer at VelocityEHS’ Humantech\, works with clients on their ergonomics initiatives in the manufacturing\, petrochemical\, and service industries. Recent client engagements include Ashland\, Merck\, Mondelez\, and Toyota. \nPrior to joining Humantech\, Greg worked as an Ergonomist for Honda Manufacturing Canada\, where he supported new vehicle launches\, conducted tool studies\, and delivered awareness training to Honda associates. Greg also worked as the Engine Group Ergonomist for Linamar Corporation\, Canada’s second largest automotive parts manufacturing company. \nGreg received a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with a specialization in Ergonomics from the University of Waterloo in Waterloo\, Ontario. He has achieved recognition as a Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE). \nSponsored by \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/unlocking-value-ergonomics-big-data/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190919T130000
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SUMMARY:E3 - Economy\, Energy and Environment for Food-Related Industries
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintPennTAP will review the common pollution prevention measures available in the food processing industry. Using a mix of traditional pollution prevention tools and continuous improvement techniques\, PennTAP will show you how to maximize savings\, with a focus on food waste\, packaging waste\, solid waste\, water\, and energy. \nPennTAP is available to assist a limited number of Pennsylvania facilities with continuous improvement\, energy efficiency\, and pollution prevention. The assessments are covered by a grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency and are provided at no cost to you. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/economy-energy-environment-food-related-industries/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190924T150000
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SUMMARY:Managing Common Hearing Conservation Concerns
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintFederal regulations require employers to operate an effective hearing conservation program (HCP) for people working in hazardous noise. However\, even with specific rules and recommendations to guide them\, employers may struggle to be pro-active and able to prevent occurrences of noise-induced hearing loss.  This webinar will address some common reasons for HCP ineffectiveness and offer tools and recommendations for improving the management of HCPs.  This webinar is designed for all persons who play a role in delivering hearing loss prevention services in the workplace. \nSpeaker \nLauraine (“Laurie”) Wells\, Au.D.\, Doctor of Audiology  |  Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist\, 3M Personal Safety Division \nLaurie Wells\, Au.D.\, is a Doctor of Audiology and Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist for 3M Personal Safety Division\, where she works with hearing protection and hearing conservation program regulatory issues globally.  Her responsibilities include supporting evidenced-based standards development and providing subject matter expertise related to hearing loss prevention.  Dr. Wells has been a long-time co-presenter for the highly regarded 3M Hearing Loss Prevention Seminars\, a series of non-commercial educational programs on hearing loss prevention topics.  Here she has become known for interactive training techniques towards motivating people to protect their hearing. Before coming to 3M\, Dr. Wells worked for a consulting firm\, Associates In Acoustics\, Inc.\, where as Manager of Audiology\, she provided professional audiology review of hearing loss cases\, audiometric database analysis\, assessment of hearing protection devices\, audits of hearing conservation programs and conducted employee noise exposure assessment\, audiometric testing and employee education. The experience of directly interacting with workers at their jobsites as well as consulting with corporate level health and safety professionals has allowed her to integrate real-world issues with policy making in an effort to better shape effective preventive practices. Dr. Wells is the Immediate Past-Chair of the Council for Accredita¬tion in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC)\, representing the American Academy of Audiology and a Past-President of the National Hearing Conservation Association. \nSponsored by \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/managing-common-hearing-conservation-concerns/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190925T140000
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SUMMARY:Change Your Safety Culture by Making Employees a Part of Safety Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintFor excellence in any operational category to be recognized\, it is imperative employees make decisions and behave in alignment with the intended strategic direction. Strategy is a framework of choices an organization makes to determine how to capture and deliver sustainable value. How value focused are your efforts\, and do the customers of your safety strategy agree with this? \nHear Terry Mathis\, the founder and CEO of ProAct Safety\, an international safety and performance excellence firm\, explain why safety is not a standalone strategy within a business; it must be an integral part of the overall operational plan. How clear is your strategic direction? How well can employees easily see the role safety plays within it? How were employees involved in the creation and execution of your plan? W. Edwards Deming taught\, “People support what they help to create.” \nEmployees must be able to see themselves as actors within the safety strategy. For buy-in\, ownership and discretionary participation\, employees must play a role in identifying where you are going\, what it will look like when you get there\, where you are now\, what choices are made to close the gap\, their role and responsibilities\, how progress will be measured\, and confidence that the strategy is creating sustainable value. \nRay Kanani\, Senior Director of Product Strategy at Intelex\, and Scott Gerard PCC\, PCM\, PCG\, VP of Environmental\, Health & Safety at Moss\, will offer specific examples that highlight the importance of employee buy-in and engagement when it comes to the design and implementation level of an EHSQ software solution\, as well as the important post-implementation phase and the successful adoption of engagement tools and the impact the adoption of these tools has had on the safety strategy at Moss. \nTakeaways: \n\nLearn how high-performing and highly reliable organizations are creating and executing on their unique strategy for excellence in safety culture and performance.\nLearn how to self-assess the efficacy of your current strategy and find opportunities for continuous improvement\nIdentify what data are necessary to inform and answer the ten questions necessary to create a value-focused safety strategy\nReview a methodology that has guided hundreds of organizations in the creation of their effective strategy and execution plan\nDiscover what motivates and demotivates employee involvement in the pursuit of safety excellence\nLearn how to identify the 5 types of people in organizational change\n\nSpeakers \nTerry Mathis\, CEO\, ProAct Safety \nTerry L. Mathis\, CEO\, ProAct Safety\, Inc. is the founder and CEO of ProAct Safety\, an international safety and performance excellence firm. He is known for his dynamic presentations and writing in the fields of behavioral and cultural safety\, leadership\, and operational performance\, and is a regular speaker at ASSE\, NSC\, and numerous company and industry conferences. He is a veteran of over 1600 safety\, culture and performance improvement engagements in 39 countries\, and has personally assisted organizations such as Georgia-Pacific\, Williams Gas Pipeline\, US Pipeline\, Herman Miller\, AstraZeneca\, Wrigley\, ALCOA\, Merck\, Rockwell Automation\, AMCOL International\, Ingersoll-Rand\, The United States Armed Forces and many others to achieve excellence. \nRay Kanani\, Senior Director of Product Strategy\, Intelex \nRay Kanani is Senior Director of Product Management for Intelex Technologies ULC. He leads a team of researchers\, designers and product managers to grow and maintain a $100MM+ ARR product portfolio and works alongside EHSQ subject-matter experts and key stakeholders to publish\, promote and monitor a strategic product roadmap that aligns business units and supports growth. He actively supports and stays close to customer and prospect relationships across AMER\, EMEA and APAC regions. \nScott Gerard PCC\, PCM\, PCG\, VP of Environmental\, Health & Safety\, Moss \nScott Gerard\, PCC\, PCM\, PCG\, is Vice President of Environmental\, Health & Safety at Moss\, a leader in the construction business in America\, building residential\, educational\, correctional\, public assembly and military projects\, with a specialization in solar construction. With offices that extend from Florida to Hawaii\, the family-owned company has been recognized by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as an elite construction company within the agency’s Safety Recognition Program. Moss specializes in creating work environments that are safe\, secure and supportive. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/change-safety-culture-making-employees-part-safety-strategy/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191002T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191002T150000
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SUMMARY:Allowing Safety Reporting to Improve Your Safety Culture
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintAchieving and maintaining a culture of accurate injury reporting in the workplace can be challenging.  A case study of success will be reviewed including a discussion of things you can do to help\, or hurt\, this effort.  Also\, OSHA recently updated the Recordkeeping Rule and this session will cover the updated requirements and guidance from OSHA related to electronic injury reporting. \nYou will learn what is required\, what can work\, and what to avoid to improve injury reporting and the safety culture where you work. \n\nSummarize the latest guidance from OSHA on electronic reporting of injuries and illnesses\nIdentify how to promote complete and accurate reporting of injuries and illnesses to improve your safety culture\nExamine what not to do – avoiding retaliation with your incentive\, disciplinary\, and drug testing programs\n\nSpeaker \nPaul Hart\, Director of Health & Safety Services\, CTEH \nPaul is the Director of Health & Safety Services for CTEH\, a company that helps people prepare for\, respond to\, and recover from threats to their environment.  Paul has a Bachelor’s degree in Safety from Murray State University and a Master’s degree in Industrial Hygiene from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.  He has worked in the oil and gas\, retail\, manufacturing\, and consulting industries in his 21 year career.  Paul is married with three children.  He enjoys biking and working on cars.  His family is also a foster family in Arkansas\, providing a safe place for foster children to live and be loved as they transition to their forever family. \nSponsored by \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/allowing-safety-reporting-improve-safety-culture/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T130000
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SUMMARY:Manufacturing PA Innovation Program
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintWith nearly $3 million available\, the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s (PA DCED) Manufacturing PA Innovation Program will be accepting applications this fall. This new initiative supports manufacturing research collaborations between all accredited Pennsylvania colleges-universities and manufacturers. \nManufacturers that have an idea for a project to address a technical challenge or develop a new technology may receive assistance in identifying a faculty member at a Pennsylvania university/college to collaborate with on a proposal. \nThis webinar will provide more detail about the program\, the application process and how to make connections with Pennsylvania universities/colleges. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/manufacturing-pa-innovation-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191008T110000
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SUMMARY:Canada Entry
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintEntering Canada can be tricky. The Office of International Business Development is hosting a free webinar to help address this issue. The PA Trade Representative office in Canada along with Green and Spiegel Law Firm will discuss how to enter Canada for trade events\, after sales service and installation and short-term contracts. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/canada-entry/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191008T150000
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SUMMARY:Key Trends in Digital Manufacturing You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintWhatever industry you’re in\, it’s impossible to avoid Industry 4.0 and the barrage of buzzwords that accompany it. Digital Twins\, artificial intelligence (AI)\, machine learning\, predictive maintenance\, and cybersecurity – there are enough new tools and technologies coming onto the market to make a manufacturer’s head spin. But whilst these technologies are new to many manufacturers\, the market is moving quickly\, and there are already plenty of leading industrial companies that are seeing the benefits of their digital transformation activities at sustained speed and scale. \nGE Digital Director of Product Management\, Joe Gerstl and GrayMatter Co-founder & Vice President of Manufacturing\, Carson Drake will help you cut through the noise and discuss the key breakthroughs and trends in digital manufacturing. One of these notable trends is the shift of viewing manufacturers as technology companies. \nBy joining this webinar you’ll learn how leading manufacturers have embraced technologies to: \n\nMove from silo’d systems to technologies that offer context\nShift from analyzing the past to predicting the future\nDevelop new competitive advantages by creating centers of innovation\n\nSpeakers \nJoe Gerstl\, Director of Product Management\, GE Digital \nJoe Gerstl is the Director of Product Management for GE Digital’s Plant Applications MES software. He has worked in the software industry and in manufacturing for over 30 years spending time in various roles including engineering\, sales and product management while working at leading companies such as Microsoft and now GE Digital. \nCarson Drake\, Co-founder & Vice President of Manufacturing\, GrayMatter  \nCarson Drake is the Vice President of Manufacturing Industries for GrayMatter. A seasoned MES and Manufacturing Intelligence expert\, Carson Drake has been combining automation best practices with emerging technology to solve complex business problems for over 25 years. After graduating with honors from Fairmont State University in West Virginia\, Carson quickly gained valuable plant-floor knowledge in the manufacturing marketplace; working at Modicon with motion\, PLC and HMI technology across the United States in assembly plants\, packaging plants and in a variety of industries. Carson is tasked with handling our key manufacturing accounts directly as well as directing our overall manufacturing team. \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/key-trends-digital-manufacturing-need-know/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191010T140000
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SUMMARY:Updated Food Defense Plan Builder
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will hold a webinar to provide interested stakeholders with a brief demonstration of the updated Food Defense Plan Builder\, which was released on September 19\, 2019\, and to answer questions about the tool. \nThe Intentional Adulteration (IA) rule under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act requires the food industry to implement risk-reducing strategies for processes in food facilities that are significantly vulnerable to intentional adulteration. Food facilities covered by the rule are required to develop and implement a food defense plan that identifies vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies. The Food Defense Plan Builder v. 2.0 aligns with the requirements in the IA rule and can be used to easily create food defense plans that support compliance with the rule. \nRegistration is required to attend the webinar. After registering for the webinar\, you will be sent the webinar link as well as a pre-recorded Food Defense Plan Builder v. 2.0 demonstration video to view prior to the webinar. \nAgenda\n\nWelcome and Introductions\nJanesia Robbs\, Communication and Public Engagement Staff\, CFSAN\, FDA\nFood Defense Plan Builder Demo\nJulia Guenther\, Policy Analyst\, Food Defense and Emergency Coordination Staff\, CFSAN\, FDA\nQuestions\nJanesia Robbs\, Communication and Public Engagement Staff\, CFSAN\, FDA (Moderator)\n\nAdditional Information\n\nFood Defense Plan Builder\nProtecting the Food Supply from Intentional Adulteration\, Such as Acts of Terrorism\nDraft Guidance for Industry: Mitigation Strategies to Protect Food Against Intentional Adulteration\nFSMA Final Rule on Intentional Adulteration\n\nDue to the overwhelming demand for the informational webinar they are close to reaching capacity\, and may go over. If you are unable to log into the live event\, please note that they will be making a recording available after the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/updated-food-defense-plan-builder/
LOCATION:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Food & Drug Administration":MAILTO:Michael.Kawczynski@fda.hhs.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191010T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191010T150000
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SUMMARY:OSHA Inspections: Understanding Your Rights & Navigating the Process to Minimize Your Citation Risk
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintEvery employer dreads a knock on the door from an OSHA inspector. But an inspection doesn’t need to be your worst nightmare. If you take proactive steps to find and fix hazards\, develop a detailed plan for handling an inspection\, understand and exercise your rights\, and operate in good faith throughout the process\, you can significantly reduce your chances of damaging citations and fines. \nWhile OSHA and its state counterparts cannot inspect every facility\, that doesn’t mean you can afford to be complacent about the risk of an inspection. The facilities that receive visits from OSHA are far from random\, and the combination of your industry\, your history of violations\, and your injury and illness rates can significantly raise your inspection risk. With a single willful or repeat violation now carrying a maximum penalty of $132\,598\, being unprepared for an OSHA inspection can be more costly than ever. \nJoin us for an informative webinar on October 10 that will provide guidance on planning for an OSHA inspection\, navigating the inspection process\, and proactively managing safety compliance to reduce your chances of citations and fines. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nThe factors that can increase your risk of an inspection—and what you can do to influence them for the better\nThe enforcement impact of OSHA’s Site-Specific Targeting Program\nYour rights—and your employees’ rights—during an OSHA inspection\nWho should be present during an OSHA inspection and what their roles are\nHow to strike the right balance between providing requested information and protecting your interests\nTips for navigating the process from opening to closing conference and beyond\nAnd much more!\n\nSpeaker \nEmily Scace\, Senior Content Specialist\, Safety\, BLR \nEmily Scace is a Senior Content Specialist for BLR’s safety publications. She writes and edits detailed regulatory analysis\, newsletters\, training content\, special reports\, white papers\, news articles\, and other materials to help businesses understand and follow OSHA and DOT compliance obligations. Emily also researches and writes about occupational safety and health regulations\, enforcement trends\, safety-related best practices\, and safety culture; delivers webinars and presentations on a variety of workplace safety topics; and more. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/osha-inspections-understanding-rights-navigating-process-minimize-citation-risk/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191017T140000
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SUMMARY:Tools to Navigate the Changing Workforce in Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintYou probably know the saying “change is the only constant.” Well\, that couldn’t be truer during this unique time in operations\, where: \n\n50% of facility managers are expected to retire in the next 10 years\n80% of Americans agree there is a skills gap in the workforce\n2 million of the 3.5 million manufacturing jobs needed by 2025 are expected to go unfilled\n\nAdd to that changes in technology and the fact that five generations are working together for the first time in history – and it can be difficult to navigate a path forward. \nAmid all this change and uncertainty in your workforce\, there is opportunity. Opportunity to equip your team with what they need to grow their productivity and remain competitive. Opportunity to harness tools and technology to make sure your team is prepared for the future. Opportunity to prove your impact and leave a lasting legacy. \nJoin our discussion on this topic to gain confidence and a toolset around: \n\nCurrent statistics on the changing workforce and how it affects the world of manufacturing operations\nTraining and development opportunities to boost recruitment and retention to equip your team for the future\nTechnology to help your team grow their skills\, knowledge sharing and productivity\nHow other operations professionals are successfully navigating these changes\n\nSpeakers \nWayne Glass\, Manufacturing M&O Manager \nWayne Glass built two maintenance management careers\, in two very different fields. A closer look reveals both fields\, military maintenance\, and industrial mining\, deal with skilled resource shortages in similar ways. Wayne says\, “Organization of the maintenance effort is what CMMS is all about!”.  He should know\, His broad career includes 25 years in the US Army followed by 14 years in mine maintenance management. Wayne credits CMMS as key to his  effective maintenance efforts in both the 1991 Persian Gulf war  and the 2003 invasion of Iraq. He also says it is paramount to lead an effective plant maintenance program. Wayne’s many military awards include the Bronze Star service medal. Wayne just finished a from scratch CMMS implementation in California and is moving to the Austin Texas area. \nPaul Lachance\, Senior Manufacturing Advisor\, Dude Solutions \nPaul Lachance has spent his entire career devoted to optimizing maintenance teams by enabling data-driven decisions and actionable insights. He wrote his first CMMS system in 2004 and has since spent his professional career designing and directing CMMS and EAM systems. A regular speaker at national tradeshows\, he’s been featured at IMTS\, Fabtech and SMRP as well as several industry magazines. He currently serves as the Senior Manufacturing Advisor for Dude Solutions. \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/tools-navigate-changing-workforce-manufacturing/
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SUMMARY:Mental Illness in the Workplace and How it Impacts the Safety of Your Employees
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintOne fifth of adults will report having a mental illness in any given year.  Almost three quarters of adults each report systems of stress\, including headaches\, feeling overwhelmed\, burnout or anxiety.  Employees’ mental health issues impact businesses in several ways\, including affecting the employees’ job performance and communication with coworkers\, among other things.  These issues all impact employee safety\, among various other issues. This webinar will discuss common mental health issues affecting employers and how employers can respond to them.  Topics included are: \n\nMental health challenges faced by employers;\nThe impact of the opioid crisis on employees’ mental health;\nHow these issues impact employee safety;\nLaws governing how employers can respond to mental health issues of employees; and\nSteps employers can take to manage mental health issues for employees.\n\nSpeaker \nTravis Vance\, Partner\, Fisher Phillips \nTravis Vance is a partner in the firm’s Charlotte office. He has tried matters across several industries and various subject matters\, including employment litigation\, business disputes and matters prosecuted by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Travis has emerged as a thought leader in the field of workplace safety. His writing and interviews are followed closely by experts in the safety arena and have been featured in premiere publications such asBusiness Insurance\, EHS Today\, and the Wall Street Journal. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/mental-illness-workplace-impacts-safety-employees/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191024T140000
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UID:7108-1571925600-1571929200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Validation of Machine Safety Functions
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintWith modern safety standards\, utilizing terms such as SIL and Performance Levels\, there are efforts in understanding how to perform proper calculations. An aspect that often is missed is the validation. Is validation done through design\, testing or both? Join us for this informative webinar\, where we will review some of the characteristics with validation in both design and physical testing of a safety system. Some examples will be provided with an overview of some of the validation principles. A discussion as to why validation is important and what can potential happen if an effective validation is not done. \nSpeaker \nMike DeRosier\, Functional Safety Engineer\, Machinery\, Schmersal \nMike DeRosier is a TUV certified Functional Safety Engineer for Machinery. His 20+ years of experience include controls engineering to design\, build and integrate full machine control systems. His safety experience lead him to help corporations to develop Corporate Safety Standards\, perform machine safeguarding risk assessments\, machine safety training and design\, as well as implementation of safety systems for all aspects of machinery (electrical\, electronic\, pneumatic\, hydraulic\, mechanical). \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/validation-machine-safety-functions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191024T140000
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CREATED:20191007T144325Z
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UID:7112-1571925600-1571929200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Can You Replace Machined Jigs with 3D Printed Parts?
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintMachining tooling in metal or plastic\, either in-house or via a service bureau\, can be a costly process. Depending on the forces experienced by the part\, however\, it may not always be necessary to machine these tools. Top tier manufacturers such as Ashley Furniture have turned to 3D printing parts in-house to replace custom tooling that was previously machined and outsourced. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll examine three case studies of how companies are printing strong\, functional parts using a library of engineering materials and in-house 3D printing in order to dramatically cut costs and improve operational efficiency in production environments. \nRegister to learn: \n\nWhich engineering material a manufacturer used to reduce costs by over 90% and achieve tolerances that fit their requirements.\nHow Ashley Furniture improved efficiency by freeing up jig builders from repetitive tasks by using 3D printing to develop a universal system for an assembly fixture.\n3 unique ways to use these learnings to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs at your workplace through desktop-based additive manufacturing.\n\nSpeakers \nAndrew Edman\, Manufacturing Industry Manager\, Formlabs \nAndrew Edman is the Industry Manager for Product Design\, Engineering\, and Manufacturing at Formlabs. He’s focused on using additive technologies to create value in manufacturing and industrial workflows\, like using 3D-printed tooling to bridge from prototype to production. Prior to Formlabs\, Andrew worked as a design and engineering consultant\, helping startups and Fortune 500 companies develop products from concept through to scale manufacturing. \nFaris Sheikh\, 3D Printing Specialist\, Formlabs \nFaris Sheikh\, 3D printing specialist at Formlabs\, has helped Formlabs run over 40 live broadcasts around the world to educate over 21\,000 engineers\, manufacturers\, dentists\, and jewelers on how to successfully incorporate Formlabs products into their day-to-day workflows. Previously\, Sheikh most notably ran an online technology show on hardware and software products totalling over 2 million global views. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/can-replace-machined-jigs-3d-printed-parts/
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191007T194448Z
UID:7113-1572357600-1572361200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Improve Operational Efficiency with a Digital Factory
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintA universal truth about manufacturing is that production is in a constant state of change. Whether changes are incremental improvements or launching new products\, they often cause significant problems for manufacturers. \nIn fact\, over 42% of companies report experiencing cost overruns and overtime as a result of change. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll discuss why the ability to adapt quickly is critical for long-term business growth. Learn how to tackle your most pervasive change-related challenges with tools purpose-built for factory planning. Topics include: \n\nPlanning and designing a more efficient factory\nMake better decisions during construction and installation\nOperate efficiently while managing change and risk\n\nSpeaker \nJim Byrne\, Product Marketing Manager\, Design & Manufacturing \nJim Byrne joined Autodesk in 2013. He is responsible for product marketing for Autodesk design and manufacturing software. Jim is dedicated to the success of our customers who use our technology to design\, validate\, and manage their intellectual property. He has over 20 years of experience demonstrating and implementing software solutions. \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/improve-operational-efficiency-digital-factory/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191030T110000
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SUMMARY:Modern ERP Trends Manufacturers Can't Afford to Ignore
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintAccording to a 2019 Mint Jutras Enterprise Solution Survey of Manufacturers\, 29% are considering a new ERP system in the next 2 years\, and 33% are undecided—meaning\, they likely recognize the limitations of their current system but are unsure how to proceed. Do either of these groups sound like you? If not\, are you ready to get left behind by your competition? \nManufacturers can’t afford to keep “just making do” with systems that give them inaccurate data\, delayed visibility into their operations and create extra work for their employees. Modern ERP systems are cloud-based and have advanced analytics and machine learning capabilities that can reduce your total cost of ownership and help streamline operations—reducing waste and maximizing profits. \nJoin Steve Reed\, Vice President of Sales for Alithya’s Microsoft practice\, and Cindy Jutras\, ERP analyst and owner of Mint Jutras\, to discuss: \n\nHow to know when it’s time to replace your ERP\nWhat to look for in a new ERP\nModern technology developments that can help you get a competitive advantage\nHow to get a quick return on investment from your new ERP\n\nSpeakers \nSteve Reed\, Vice President of Sales\, North America\, Alithya \nSteve is responsible for all direct sales efforts in North America. He has a broad range of experience helping application software companies successfully develop and bring manufacturing and enterprise solutions to market. Reed has held sales and marketing management roles with Alithya since 2001\, and previously spent five years with Baan (now part of Infor) in channel operations positions. Prior to Alithya and Baan\, he spent time with software-related companies in the financial and property management industries. In 2008\, he was recognized by Microsoft as “Sales Manager of the Year” for Microsoft Dynamics resellers. Reed holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Baylor University. \nCindy Jutras\, President\, Mint Jutras \nCindy Jutras is a widely recognized expert in analyzing the impact of enterprise applications on business performance. Utilizing 40 years of corporate experience and specific expertise in manufacturing\, supply chain\, customer service and business performance management\, Cindy has spent the past 10+ years benchmarking the performance of software solutions in the context of the business benefits of technology. \nPrior to founding Mint Jutras\, Cindy was Vice President\, Research Fellow and Group Director for the Aberdeen Group where she conducted survey-based research on ERP\, suite-based enterprise applications and business performance management. During her tenure with Aberdeen she directly managed a variety of research practices including Enterprise Applications and ERP\, Manufacturing\, Product Innovation and Engineering\, GRC and Financial Management\, Strategic Service Management and Human Capital Management. In addition\, she played a leadership role in developing Aberdeen research staff\, methodologies and best practices. \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/modern-erp-trends-manufacturers-cant-afford-ignore/
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UID:7123-1572530400-1572534000@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Safety Performance and Why It Matters
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintImproving safety performance is a team effort that is based on data that easily can be monitored and measured to prioritize where safety programs can have the most impact.  When it comes to improving performance in Health and Safety\, organizations must leverage their most important asset – their tools and data – to improve future H&S performance. \nBetter tools and processes give workers the power to improve their performance through data-driven decision-making and enhanced situational awareness. The result is stronger EHSQ practice that drives improved overall business results and revenue. Tomorrow’s businesses will rest on a strong foundation consisting of rigorous EHSQ performance\, singular dedication to customer satisfaction\, and a passion for innovation. \nImportant reasons to improve data collection and analysis to enhance Health & Safety performance include: \n\nPredict workplace injuries\nMonitor and benchmark safety culture\nImprove compliance\nTie safety to productivity\n\nSpeakers \nScott Gaddis\, Vice President\, Global Practice Leader\, Safety and Health\, Intelex Technologies \nScott Gaddis is Vice President\, Global Practice Leader\, Safety and Health at Intelex Technologies. He has over 25 years in EHS leadership experience in heavy manufacturing\, pharmaceuticals and packaging industries. Before joining Intelex\, Scott served as Vice President of EHS for Coveris High Performance Packaging\, was Executive Director of EHS at Bristol-Myers Squibb\, and was Global Leader for Occupational Safety and Health at Kimberly-Clark Corp. \nKanwer Kahn\, CSP\, CRSP\, QEP\, P.E.\, Vice President\, Environment\, Health\, Safety and Security\, SUEZ North America \nKanwer Kahn\, CSP\, CRSP\, QEP\, P.E.\, is Vice President\, Environment\, Health\, Safety and Security for SUEZ North America. In his role\, he develops and implements corporate strategy for achieving EHS excellence. He collaborates with the executive team for a common vision and mission of the company thru development of short- and medium-term strategies. Kahn provides leadership to achieve the vision and establishing metrics to monitor and report progress. He manages a staff of 26 full-time EHS professionals with an annual budget of US$2.6 million\, and represents SUEZ at national and international forums and promotes the company’s vision of being a leading EHS organization in Water and Waste industries. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/safety-performance-matters/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to PA COSTARS for Sellers/Suppliers
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintDo you want to…\n\nIncrease your business with reliable payers?\nSell to qualified local governments and non-profits\, without the need for expensive public bidding procedures?\nCompete based upon your company’s features & benefits – not just price?\n\nThen this Seminar is for You!\nCOSTARS\, the Commonwealth’s Cooperative Purchasing Program\, leverages the purchasing power of the\nstate and over 9000 members (consisting of local governments\, public authorities\, non-profit\neducational and health entities and fire and rescue companies) to generate competitive pricing while\neliminating the need for the public bidding process. With its comprehensive choice of products\, it gives\nlocal public and non-profit agencies the option of keeping their procurement dollars in their local\neconomy by purchasing from qualified suppliers. At the same time\, COSTARS provides increased\nopportunities for hundreds of businesses of all sizes in all locations to compete for over $575 million of\ngovernment business. COSTARS contracts are awarded to all responsive and responsible bidders. \nKim Bullivant\, Marketing Manager of the Pennsylvania Department of General Services COSTARS\nprogram will present the program. She will present the following information: \n\nProgram Background\nProgram Benefits\nBidding Opportunities\nHow to Become a COSTARS Supplier\nState Contracts & COSTARS Contracts\nMarketing Tips\nInformation on the COSTARS Website\n\nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
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LOCATION:Union County Government Center\, 155 North 15th Street\, Lewisburg\, PA\, 17837-8822
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SUMMARY:AI and the Revolution of Logistics\, Mobility and Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIt’s no secret that artificial intelligence and automation have been a hot topic within every sector of the supply ecosystem. In only a few years\, rapidly advancing technologies have transformed virtually every aspect of warehouse and distribution center operations\, disrupting long-held functions and practices. These innovations present previously unimaginable potential for the industry at large and the speed at which they continue to develop suggests this is only the beginning. Led by global industry experts\, this conversation will explore the many ways today’s latest trends in IIoT\, AI and automation continue to revolutionize logistics\, mobility and manufacturing. \nDiscussion will include: \n\nAI’s impact on the supply workforce in the coming 5-10 years and future talent needs\nAutomation’s role in future mobility processes and the innovations poised to further disrupt the industry\nThe business impact resulting from increased global spending and supply chain demands of the e-commerce era\nThe urbanization and population trends redefining delivery expectations\n\nThe 45-minute discussion will be followed by a 15-minute audience Q&A. Sign up today to reserve your seat and learn more about how automation is shaping the future of mobility. \nSpeakers \nAkira Shiki\, Senior Executive Vice President\, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America\, Inc. \nAkira Shiki is an industry leading executive in logistics machinery with over three decades of technical and managerial expertise. He currently serves in dual roles as Senior Vice President of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries\, Ltd. (MHI) and Senior Executive Vice President of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America\, Inc. (MHIA). Mr. Shiki began his career in 1981 as a Forklift Design Engineer for Nissan Motor Company\, Ltd. Following his time as General Manager of Engineering for Nissan Forklift Company\, Ltd.\, he accepted his first overseas assignment as Vice President of Product Engineering\, delivering a new internal combustion forklift to the U.S. market. From there\, he quickly rose to General Manager of Industrial Machinery before being appointed CEO in 2010.  Following the merger of Nissan Forklift and TCM\, Mr. Shiki went on to become President & CEO of the newly formed UniCarriers Corporation\, which sold to MHI in 2016.  Since joining MHI\, Mr. Shiki has applied his expertise in design\, manufacturing\, purchasing\, and product development to lead MHI Group companies in the Industry & Infrastructure Domain and Shared Services Division. \nJohn Sneddon\, VP\, Sales & Marketing\, Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc.  \nJohn Sneddon serves as Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (MCFA). In this role\, Mr. Sneddon is responsible for overseeing the company’s North and South American machine sales and distribution services\, strategic marketing efforts and direct-to-customer sales through national accounts and dealer development activities. In his previous roles\, Mr. Sneddon was responsible for leading MCFA’s national and dealer sales strategies\, and preceding that role he oversaw distribution development and financial performance. Prior to MCFA\, Mr. Sneddon held various management and executive positions at Jungheinrich AG in Hamburg\, Germany and Jungheinrich Lift Truck Corporation in Richmond\, Virginia. \nRobyn Boerstling\, VP\, Infrastructure\, Innovation and Human Resources\, National Association of Manufacturers \nRobyn M. Boerstling serves as the vice president of infrastructure\, innovation and human resources policy for the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). In this role\, Ms. Boerstling leads the policy and advocacy work on issues covering transportation\, infrastructure\, innovation and technology\, health care\, immigration and workforce. In addition\, she works to ensure the manufacturing voice is brought to these legislative and regulatory issues before Congress and the administration. Prior to the NAM\, Ms. Boerstling was a presidential appointee\, serving as the counselor to the assistant secretary for transportation policy in the Office of the Secretary at the U.S. Department of Transportation. There\, she worked in policy development and assisted with day-to-day management of the Office of Transportation Policy and held various positions during the tenure of Secretary Norman Mineta and Secretary Mary Peters. \nModerator \nTravis Hessman\, Content Director and Editor-in-Chief\, IndustryWeek \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/ai-revolution-logistics-mobility-manufacturing/
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SUMMARY:Opportunities for PA Exporters in Australian Market
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintIf you’re a Pennsylvania firm and haven’t considered the world’s 13th largest economy as a potential export market for your goods or services – you should! \nJoin us as our Pennsylvania Authorized Trade Office in Australia presents this webinar for you to learn more about this amazing market and the opportunities that are available for your company! \nDid you know…\nAustralia is a friendly\, English speaking and safe market to do business in. It is currently experiencing its 27th year of consecutive economic growth and has a nominal GDP of US$1.5 trillion. It is globally successful across a range of industries including resources & energy\, agribusiness\, financial services\, education and tourism\, and is regularly used as a stepping stone to the Asian market. \nThere are a number of benefits for US exporters when considering Australia\, these include:\n• Proximity to Asia Pacific economies\n• Familiar products and service providers\n• Common language and similar culture\n• Similar business & legal practices\n• Similar technical standards\n• Strong Intellectual Property (IP) protection \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/opportunities-pa-exporters-australian-market/
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CREATED:20191104T203837Z
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SUMMARY:Big Data / Big Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintBeing able to analyze trends\, identify hazards and keep up with compliance and regulatory standards is the holy grail of SMS and QMS. An incredible amount of data is produced\, sometimes from different facilities in different countries. \nIn this roundtable discussion\, speakers Nick Bernini\, Director\, Predictive Analytics and Scott Gaddis\, Vice President\, Global Practice Leader\, EHS at Intelex Technologies\, explain how that data can help EHSQ professionals make strategic decisions – financial and operational – that keep workers safe while meeting and exceeding production goals. The ability to take data and turn it into meaningful action is possible if the right data is being collected and analyzed. \nAttendees will: \n\nLearn how to gain 360 degree visibility and get the most out of their EHSQ data.\nDiscover how data can be used to create reports\, dashboards\, and benchmarking tools can be used to enable their organization to make smarter decisions.\nUse data to contribute to creating a culture of continual improvement and drive operational excellence.\n\nSpeakers \nNicholas Bernini\, Director of Predictive Analytics and Lead Data Scientist\, Predictive Solutions Corp. \nNicholas Bernini is the director of predictive analytics and lead data scientist at Predictive Solutions Corp. He has spent the last 10 years building predictive models across the Marketing\, Education\, Retail\, Finance\, and Governmental sectors. \nScott Gaddis\, Vice President\, Global Practice Leader\, Safety and Health\, Intelex Technologies \nScott Gaddis\, Vice President\, Global Practice Leader\, Safety and Health at Intelex Technologies. He has over 25 years in EHS leadership experience in heavy manufacturing\, pharmaceuticals and packaging industries. Before joining Intelex\, Scott served as Vice President of EHS for Coveris High Performance Packaging\, was Executive Director of EHS at Bristol-Myers Squibb\, and was Global Leader for Occupational Safety and Health at Kimberly-Clark Corp. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/big-data-big-solutions/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191119T150000
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CREATED:20191107T195427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T195427Z
UID:7141-1574172000-1574175600@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:The Laws and Regulations Surrounding PPE
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintEmployers have a general duty to furnish workplaces free from recognized hazards.  Part of that obligation is providing employees with personal protective equipment (PPE). This leads to a series of questions\, such as: What types of PPE are employers required to provide?  How are they to determine what PPE is required at a particular worksite?  Do they even have to provide PPE? \nThis webinar will address the legal requirements for employers related to PPE\, including: \n\nThe Hierarchy of Controls;\nTypes of PPE;\nConducting a hazard and PPE assessment for each workplace;\nTraining requirements for using PPE;\nRequirements for providing PPE to employees; and\nOther aspects of the OSHA PPE standard.\n\nSpeaker \nTravis Vance\, Partner\, Fisher Phillips \nTravis Vance is a partner in the firm’s Charlotte office. He has tried matters across several industries and various subject matters\, including employment litigation\, business disputes and matters prosecuted by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Travis has emerged as a thought leader in the field of workplace safety. His writing and interviews are followed closely by experts in the safety arena and have been featured in premiere publications such as Business Insurance\, EHS Today\, and the Wall Street Journal. \nSponsored by \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/laws-regulations-surrounding-ppe/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191120T110000
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UID:7143-1574247600-1574253000@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Cyber Threats and Responses in the Defense Industry
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintCREC will host a webinar to discuss the National Defense Industry Association’s recent paper “Beyond Obfuscation: The Defense Industry’s Position within Federal Cybersecurity Policy” (https://www.ndia.org/policy/cyber/2019-cybersecurity-report). This report examines recent cyberbreaches\, the evolving regulatory environment governing cybersecurity\, and analyzes a survey of 300 defense suppliers and their experiences with cybersecurity. Furthermore\, the report provides recommendations for government and industry based on their findings. \nJoin NDIA Director of Regulatory Policy Corbin Evans to learn more about the cybersecurity challenges businesses in your region face and how best to support them in addressing these threats. He will also provide an update on recent developments around the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). \nPresenter:\nCorbin Evans\, Director of Regulatory Policy\, National Defense Industrial Association \nBy clicking this button\, you submit your information to the webinar organizer\, who will use it to communicate with you regarding this event and their other services. \n Register \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/cyber-threats-responses-defense-industry/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T140000
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CREATED:20191127T145749Z
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UID:7158-1575378000-1575381600@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Machine Vision
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintImprove your manufacturing operations through application of machine vision.  \nDo you have a significant amount of visual inspection\, measurement\, or tracking and tracing requirements in your operation? If so\, you could benefit from machine vision technology to improve your process effectiveness and efficiency. \nJoin our fellow Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) sister centers: Catalyst Connection\, CMTC\, FuzeHub\, and Impact Washington for Machine Vision 101: an Introduction to Industrial Machine Vision. The webinar will be presented by Raminder Sandhu\, Advanced Automation Practice Lead\, for CMTC in California. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nWhat is machine vision?\nKey players in the industry\nLine Scan\, 2D and 3D Vision Systems\nWhat are good places to apply machine vision on the factory floor?\nArtificial Intelligence vs Traditional Machine Vision Software\n\nPresenter: \n Raminder Sandhu\, Advanced Robotics and Automation Practice Lead\, CMTC \n  \n  \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/machine-vision/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191203T150000
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CREATED:20191111T152105Z
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UID:7148-1575381600-1575385200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Take Control of Your Manufacturing Operations
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintRunning a production manufacturing facility brings multiple levels of complexity that need to be managed in order to remain profitable. Whether it’s responding to your customers’ changing demands or just keeping machines up to support your delivery commitments\, you must have an effective control mechanism that can account for change. Can your manual\, paper-based system maintain control of the revolving door of operators and ensure that all the quality inspections and compliance that your customers demand are followed? And with all the moving parts to make production sing\, do you have visibility into what is actually happening—in real-time—so your management can monitor and respond as required? \nCan your traditional ERP system do all that? Doubtful. But a Manufacturing Cloud that was designed by manufacturers for manufacturers can. \nLearn how you can begin your journey to digital transformation by simply digitizing your operations on a single source of truth. Getting your house in order by getting rid of paper is the first step toward productivity\, visibility\, and control! \nSpeaker \nStu Johnson\, Director of Product Marketing\, Plex Systems \nStu Johnson has more than 25 years of experience in the manufacturing industry since beginning his career as a mechanical design engineer. He moved into the enterprise software space working in various roles providing solutions for global manufacturers in the consumer\, aerospace\, automotive\, and heavy equipment industries. Currently\, Stu serves as Director of Product Marketing for Plex Systems and focuses on the future of manufacturing software working with the Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA)\, Smart Manufacturing Workgroup exploring topics like the Industrial Internet of Things and Industrie 4.0. \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/take-control-manufacturing-operations/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191205T120000
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CREATED:20191111T151502Z
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UID:7146-1575543600-1575547200@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:Transforming Operator Productivity with Industrial IoT
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintThe industrial IoT enables operators to upgrade their static\, PDF-based work instructions to dynamic\, 3D CAD data contextualized with work order\, machine\, and smart tool data. This unification of IT and OT\, delivered in real-time\, helps operators spend less time looking for the right information\, and enables them to focus on completing the tasks at hand.\nVestas\, a wind turbine design\, manufacture\, and installation company\, is using ThingWorx Operator Advisor to develop contextualized digital work instructions. During this webinar\, you’ll hear from Vestas on how they are: \n\nReplacing paper-based work instructions with 3D CAD files\, accessed directly from PLM\nReducing training time by simplifying SOPs for operators\nIdentifying and proactively correcting quality defects in real-time\nImproving shop floor visibility with real-time dashboards and reporting\n\nSpeakers \n\nMark Jaxion\, Senior Strategy Specialist for IoT & Industry 4.0\, Vestas \n\nMark is the Senior Specialist (Director) leading Vestas Power Solutions Industry 4.0 strategy for PLM Development. He is responsible for IIoT framework and system infrastructure within the organization and leads a global team which develops next-gen solutions for Vestas Wind Systems A/S. Previously\, he worked as a system specialist within supply chain and financial information systems sectors\, where he has over 12 years experience in delivering innovative solutions to users throughout the value chain. \n\n\nJordan Chaisson\, Manager of ThingWorx Product Management\, PTC \n\nJordan is a Product Manager for the ThingWorx Manufacturing Apps. Her responsibilities include ensuring a great product user experience\, defining manufacturing use cases\, and overseeing our newly expanded free trial program. \nBefore joining PTC\, Jordan was a Senior Technical Product Manager at GE responsible for delivering software solutions from ideation to implementation\, spanning corporate to factory initiatives. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Management Information Systems and an executive degree in business administration from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. \n \n\nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/transforming-operator-productivity-industrial-iot/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191211T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191211T110000
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CREATED:20191031T184308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T184505Z
UID:7136-1576056600-1576062000@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:INCOTERMS 2020 in Practice
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintYou may know the definitions of INCOTERMS 2010 but do you know what has changed with INCOTERMS 2020\, how to apply them. Many programs present the definitions of INCOTERMS\, but only provide a few select ways to apply them. This program will provide not only an understanding of the definitions but actual examples of using them to your advantage in Purchase Orders\, Sales Agreements and even Letters of Credit. \nDo you know which terms to use if you are the seller and there is an export license or letter of Credit? If you are the buyers\, do you know why you may select certain terms based on the origin of the goods or other considerations? How and when to best use the various terms? This program will help provide the answers. Not using the best term in the proper context can be costly; don’t realize your mistake when it is too late. \nAgenda: \n\nBackground of INCOTERMS\nRelationship between INCOTERMS and payment terms\nWhat has changed?\nCan you still use INCOTERMS 2010\nResponsibilities if each term\nApplication of the various terms in international transactions\nAnd much more\n\nWho should attend? \n\nInternational trade professionals\nPurchasing Agents\nSales\nContracts\nLogistics/Transportation\nFinance\n\nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/incoterms-2020-practice/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191211T150000
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CREATED:20191107T200732Z
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UID:7142-1576072800-1576076400@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:The Future of Manufacturing: Transformational Technology & Your Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintManufacturers are implementing new technologies such as artificial intelligence\, advanced automation\, and data analytics to transform their operations now and for the future. While these technologies drive increased operational efficiencies and overall productivity\, they also impact the workforce by providing the opportunity for upskilling and helping to attract new talent. \nThis webinar will explore how advanced technologies are transforming the manufacturing industry and the workforce. \nDuring this webinar\, you will: \n\nLearn from the Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation why manufacturers need to be building digital strategies for the future\nGain insight from The Information Technology & Innovation Foundation on how technology is transforming the industry\nUnderstand how digital transformation is changing the future of work for the manufacturing workforce\n\nSpeakers \nStephen Gold\, CEO and President\, Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation (MAPI) \nStephen Ezell\, Vice President\, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) \nKylene Zenk\, Director of Manufacturing Practice\, Kronos \n \nRegister \nBy clicking above\, I acknowledge and agree to Informa’s Terms of Service and to Informa’s use of my contact information to communicate with me about offerings by Informa\, its brands\, affiliates and/or third-party partners\, consistent with Informa’s Privacy Policy. In addition\, I understand that my personal information will be shared with any sponsor(s) of the resource\, so they can contact me directly about their products or services. Please refer to the privacy policies of such sponsor(s) for more details on how your information will be used by them.\nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/future-manufacturing-transformational-technology-workforce/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191212T123000
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CREATED:20191108T183104Z
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UID:7145-1576152000-1576153800@imcpa.com
SUMMARY:The 5 Steps to Selecting & Implementing Manufacturing ERP Software
DESCRIPTION:Print PDFPrintHas your business grown past what QuickBooks can handle? Are you tired of juggling multiple spreadsheets and rekeying data? Need a better way to manage inventory? Attend this 30-minute webinar and learn the 5 Steps of Selecting & Implementing Manufacturing ERP software. A fully integrated Manufacturing ERP System can provide real-time coordination of activities across your entire business. \nIMC has partnered with Empower Business Solutions for this educational webinar. Empower has been deploying ERP systems for small and midsize businesses since 1989. Based in Altoona\, PA\, Empower has built a reputation of solving customers’ issues and eliminating barriers to future growth using ERP software. \nRegister \nPrint PDFPrint
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/5-steps-selecting-implementing-manufacturing-erp-software/
LOCATION:Webinar
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