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Annual Calibration Exchange 2023

MIT Museum • Cambridge, MA •  October 4 & 5 

Two days all about calibration

Designed to equip managers, engineers, and technicians in the field with strategies for improving daily maintenance processes and tasks.

 

MIT Museum • Cambridge, MA •  October 4 & 5

 

Why attend?

 Highlights from the program include:

Insights from thought leaders on the future of calibration
Open discussion of the best calibration practices
How to perform complex calibrations
Strategies for eliminating paperwork
Automation techniques
 

Get connected.  Join us for a collaborative gathering of industry experts and colleagues from all over the country. The 2023 ACE event is the ultimate platform to connect, exchange invaluable insights, and focus on enhancing your skill set. Let's learn, grow, and succeed together!

Get focused. By spending time with fellow industry experts, you'll not only refresh your mind, but also regain focus, leading to a significant boost in productivity. This conference offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative ideas and systems that can help you overcome any challenges you may be facing. Take advantage of this chance to both learn and reflect on your business strategy.

Get educated. Keep your skills sharp and stay ahead of the game with continuing education. Our conference offers a wealth of knowledge, including the latest processes, technological advancements, and cost-saving techniques to streamline your business operations and ensure safety. Learn from the successes and failures of others to make the most of your time, energy, and resources.

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What to expect

No matter your professional role - whether you're a manager, technician, or engineer - ACE has got you covered. Our treasure trove of tips, tricks, and insights will help you navigate your daily tasks with greater ease, and make your world a safer, less uncertain place.

 

 

2023 Program

Program is tentative and subject to change.

Wednesday, October 4th

9:00AM
Breakfast and registration
We look forward to welcoming you to ACE 2023. Check in, get settled, and help yourself to a delicious breakfast.
9:30AM
Welcome
Greg Sumners
Over the next two days, we will be immersing ourselves in a valuable learning experience as we explore how our colleagues have successfully tackled various business challenges. We look forward to your active participation as we gain insights into their journeys.
9:45AM
There’s an AI in Your Future: What This Means for Calibration
Walt Boyes
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are real, powerful, and here. Join our keynote speaker for a look at the changes they will make in life, work, careers, and metrology.
10:45AM
Break
Relax and recharge. Take some time to catch up on emails and network with colleagues at the event. Enjoy light refreshments and prepare for the rest of the day.
11:15AM
Transforming Calibration Processes: A Journey of Vision, Courage, and Continuous Improvement
John Adams, Alliant Energy
To kick off our meeting, John Adams, the Maintenance Manager at Alliant Energy, will initiate our discussions by sharing his personal journey of discovering a superior approach. When John set out on this path, he was presented with calibration results in the form of CDs (compact discs, for those under 30). But he had a vision. He aspired to access calibration results that would fulfill regulatory requirements, accurately track the time and resources required to optimize plant operations and provide his team and management with reliable calibration outcomes. Join us as we delve into this compelling case study, which showcases how a clear vision, courage, and a commitment to continuous improvement can revolutionize our work processes.
12:00PM
Lunch and Learn
Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet and take some time to explore the MIT Museum. Once you're done, join Beamex experts for a demonstration of how to partially calibrate air-operated valves and automatically transfer the calibration results to their Calibration Management Software.
1:00PM
These days, it’s really hard to keep talent
Antonio Vega, TNT Instrumentation Solutions, LLC
Antonio has the ability to speak to talent acquisition and retention from both perspectives. Antonio started his career as a technician and has worked his way up to the owner and manager of his own service company. Antonio will share with attendees how to be the “must have” technician on staff and what it takes to keep these technicians on your team. How can being like a Tonka truck make you the most desirable technician on the team? Antonio will show you how to withstand the elements and the test of time.
1:45PM
Transitioning from Paper to Paperless
Karen Green & Quinton Jones, DC Water
At DC Water, paper-based certificates lead to inefficiencies, loss, and inconsistencies among technicians. DC Water faced increasing certification demands, complicated by COVID-19 restrictions. Collaboration between departments birthed a server-based calibration system, successfully centralizing remote certificate uploads. This presentation aims to share industry expertise on the system's benefits. Topics include industry trends, system design, tool selection, database creation, device organization, procedure development, accessibility, and maintenance indicators. Attendees can adopt these practical approaches for improved maintenance. DC Water's team will offer firsthand insights into system design and optimization.
2:30PM
Break
Enjoy some light refreshments as you connect with fellow attendees. This is an excellent opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and expand your knowledge in the field.
3:00PM
Roundtable Discussion
Subject Matter Experts
Our team of experts will be available to answer your questions during our roundtable discussion. We encourage you to actively participate in the event by asking questions and sharing your experiences.
4:00PM
Closing remarks
We'll wrap up the first day of the meeting and review the agenda for tomorrow. After the meeting, guests are welcome to enjoy the MIT Museum or head back to the hotel to prepare for the evening's networking event.
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Networking reception
Join us for an extraordinary evening at the MIT Museum. Enjoy dinner, drinks, and explore over one million objects showcasing the diverse interests of the MIT community. Don't miss this memorable experience!

Thursday, October 5th

9:00AM
Breakfast and registration
Welcome back to ACE 2023. Check-in with us and then settle in with a nice breakfast as you prepare for your day.
9:30AM
Welcome
We're back and ready for day two. Let's review the agenda for the day and get ready to tackle new challenges together.
9:45AM
Going with the flow
Kevin Roberts, Lee County Utilities
Sometimes the search for a partner to support your digital transformation efforts can feel like you are alone in a sea of possibilities. Finding that beacon in the night to guide you on your journey isn’t always easy but when you have a map to lead you to the right solution getting there isn’t as scary as you thought. Join Kevin, Instrumentation Superintendent from Lee County Utilities, as he shares his experience with searching for the right calibration management software and how his adventures through occasional rough seas has improved their calibration procedures, allowing them access to unleash the power of their data for documentation, reliability, instrumentation and traceability.
10:30AM
Break
Relax and recharge. Take some time to catch up on emails and network with colleagues at the event. Enjoy light refreshments and prepare for the rest of the day.
11:00AM
Harmonizing a Global Calibration Network
Alexandrea Dustin, Lonza
Undertaking a new calibration project at a single site can be an intimidating task, even for the most experienced managers. The thought of implementing such projects on a global scale may seem insurmountable. How can you ensure success across each facility? What measures are necessary to bring everyone up to speed? How can you guarantee that each facility's data is prepared and optimized? Moreover, how do you align all stakeholders and effectively manage training and change management activities? Alexandrea Dustin, Associate Director in Global Maintenance Excellence at Lonza Group, will address these significant questions. In this presentation, Alex will share Lonza's roadmap for achieving harmonized global transition projects, providing valuable insights for those seeking both minor improvements and those embarking on comprehensive global initiatives. Don't miss out on this enlightening session.
11:45M
Lunch
Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet and take some time to explore the MIT Museum. Beamex staff will be available to showcase some of our latest technology and answer any questions you may have. You can also take this opportunity to get to know like-minded professionals at the event.
1:00PM
Pressure Calibration using Hart output
Antonio Vega, TNT Instrumentation Solutions, LLC
Experience this thought provoking demonstration by Antonio Vega, Owner, of TNT Instrumentation Solutions, LLC as he effortlessly performs a fully automated pressure calibration using HART output right before your eyes. Antonio will guide us through a meticulous step-by-step process of calibrating a pressure transmitter without breaking any wires. Witness firsthand how this fully automated calibration procedure not only saves valuable time but also simplifies your life, guaranteeing you an impeccable audit record. Oh, and did we mention, it’s fully paperless? During this presentation, we encourage discussion on Antonio’s method/approach. Get ready to engage and broaden your understanding!
2:00PM
Roundtable discussion
Our team of experts will be available to answer your questions during our roundtable discussion. We encourage you to actively participate in the event by asking questions and sharing your experiences.
3:00PM
Break
Enjoy some light refreshments as you connect with fellow attendees. This is an excellent opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and expand your knowledge in the field.
3:30PM
Lessons learned
Sami Koskinen, Director of Digital Transformation
Let's review our time together, and recap how the event has reinforced the importance of embracing innovation and continually seeking ways to enhance our operations. Let us carry these learnings forward and apply them in our own professional journeys
4:00PM
Closing remarks
Thank you to all the participants, speakers, and organizers for making this event a truly impactful experience.

 

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While you are welcome to register for just one day, we highly recommend attending both days of ACE to fully take advantage of everything the event has to offer. By doing so, you'll gain Full Access to all the excitement, learning, and networking opportunities available. So why not secure your spot today?

 

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2023 ACE Speakers

John Adams

Alliant Energy, Maintenance Manager

Sami Koskinen

Beamex, Director of Digital Transformation

Walt Boyes

The Industrial Automation and Process Control INSIDER, Editor and Publisher

Kevin Roberts

Lee County Utilities, Instrumentation Superintendent

Alexandrea Dustin

Lonza, Manager, Reliability Engineering

Antonio Vega

TNT Instrumentation Solutions LLC, Owner
 

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