Technical Presentations
The technical presentations gave attendees an in-depth global analysis of cutting-edge industry developments. The Technical Information Committee selected 5 technical presentations for Friday, March 31, and Saturday, April 1.
Insulated Pipe Supports
David Baker, General Manager of Piping Technology and Products, Inc., presenting on the theory of pre-insulated pipe support design
Insulated Pipe Supports
Barry Schmitt, CEO of Value Engineered Products, presenting on insulated pipe supports for the commercial side
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Insulated Pipe Supports
Kerry Esmond, Senior Vice President of Sales of Rilco, presenting on pre-insulated pipe supports for industrial applications
Jacketing Standards
James Meier, President of JTM Consulting, presenting ASTM standards UV Cured Glass Reinforced Plastic Jackets
Jacketing Standards
Jim Young, Technical Director of ITW, presenting ASTM standards for Metal Jacketing
Associates Committee and Forum—Market Outlook
Speaker: Brock Ramey, Power Specialist, Industrial Info Resources
Brock Ramey will provide an overview of the North American industrial and commercial spending market, focusing on industrial manufacturing, chemical processing, refining, oil and gas, biopharma, food and beverage, and pulp and paper. Brock will also provide a general overview of the market in Mexico.
Health and Safety Committee and Forum—Silica Update: OSHA’s New Rule
Speaker: Jessie Atencio, Assistant Director, ADOSH
With the recent passage of the Silica Rule by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), employers are required to implement certain controls to reduce the amount of Silica dust emitted from the work being performed. Get an update on key provisions and learn how the rule will be applied in Arizona, which is an OSHA-Approved State Plan.