On-Machine Architecture
Manufacturer:
Rockwell Automation
DATE: 5/2/2006 TIME: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
ROOM: Williamsport
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Cables
Networking
Motor Control
PLC Control
Labor Savings
I/O Systems
Communication Network Options
COURSE DESCRIPTION: An explanation of on-machine products and labor savings that result from use versus centralized control panels. Ease of startup and reduced time required on troubleshooting.
PRESENTER: Joe Pickell, Components Area Manager; Jack Smith, SYD Standard Control & Sensor Specialist
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Overview of NFPA #70E Including 2004 Updates
Manufacturer: Cocciardi & Associates, Inc.
DATE: 5/3/2006 TIME: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
ROOM: Lancaster
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Application of NFPA 70E
NFPA 70E Permitting Process
Safety Program Elements
Using PPE Tables
Safe Working Distances
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This seminar will discuss the basic hazards of electricity and how NFPA 70E relates to OSHA. The basic elements of NFPA 70E safety related work practices will be covered including developing written programs, training requirements, defining Qualified Persons, and work permits. Additionally, performing hazard evaluations, determining appropriate personal protective equipment and understanding approach boundaries will be reviewed.
PRESENTER: Steve Strayer, CIH, CSP, REHS, RS
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Power Programming for Logix
(PACKML, S88)
Manufacturer: Rockwell Automation
DATE: 5/3/2006 TIME: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
ROOM: State College
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
PACKML State Model Programming
Convergence of Technology
Framework for Efficient Programming
High Level/Low Level Procedural Model
Demo of Power Programming Example
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Power Programming is an integrated, modular approach to application development. Modules of code, based on standardized programming methods and models, are used and reused directly resulting in the reduction of engineering time required for a project. Pre-made HMI templates, pre-written basic, fault code and countless other Power Programming advantages designed around current, open standards, OEMs can focus on making their machines easier to use and maintain.
PRESENTER: Dennis Ward, System Solutions Area Manager; Kevin Miller, Motion & CNC Systems Engineer
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Power Protection - Do I Need It and Where Do I Use It?
Manufacturer: American Power Conversion
DATE: 5/3/2006 TIME: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
ROOM: Harrisburg
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Cost of Downtime
Power Audit
Bullet Proofing Mission Critical Equipment (DataComm &
Automation)
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Learn how APC power protection can increase your availability and uptime in your data center, control room, and shop floor.
PRESENTER: Michael Redman, Electrical/Industrial Channel Sales
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PowerFlex: Drives for the
21st Century
Manufacturer: Rockwell Automation
DATE: 5/3/2006 TIME: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
ROOM: State College
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
PowerFlex Strategy - A Complete Family of Products
Component Class Products - 4/40/400
PowerFlex 400 - HVAC at its Best
Automation Class Products - 70/700/700H/7000
PowerFlex 700S - Unleash the Power of Logix
Communications + Bluetooth
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will be of general interest to anyone who specifies or uses variable frequency drives introducing you to the PowerFlex family of variable frequency drives manufactured by Allen-Bradley. We will explain in detail the features and benefits of the PowerFlex products, available communications, and the new Bluetooth HIM.
PRESENTER: John Polites, SYD Automation Engineer
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ProposalWorks
Manufacturer: Rockwell Automation
DATE: 5/2/2006 TIME: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
ROOM: Williamsport
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Configuring Product Part Numbers for Sensors, PLCs, Drives, and Other
Various Allen-Bradley Products
Generate Microsoft Word and/or Excel Documents for Request for Quotation
Gain Access to Product Configuration Tools, Product Information, and CAD
Drawings
COURSE DESCRIPTION: There are thousands of variations to Allen-Bradley's part numbers, how can this be simplified? Now there's an answer! Learn how to generate a bill of materials for Allen-Bradley products using ProposalWorks (formerly RFQ Builder) when requesting a price quotation.
PRESENTER: Kelly Betz, SYD PLC & Motion Systems Engineer
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Reducing Arc Flash
Energies with Current-Limiting Fuses
Manufacturer: Ferraz Shawmut
DATE: 5/2/2006 TIME: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
ROOM: York
DATE:
5/3/2006 TIME: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ROOM:
State College
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Explain Short Circuit Hazards with Emphasis on Arc Flash
Demonstrate How Fuses Reduce Arc Energy Releases
Show Which Fuse Classes Are Most Effective
How to Implement Current Limiting Fuses with a Fuse Audit
 COURSE DESCRIPTION: Current-limiting fuses reduce the hazards from an arc flash occurring but only if they're used correctly and consistently. Learn about the benefits of using current limiting fuses including Type 2 No damage protection, Arc Flash Mitigation and Inventory Reduction. See how obsolete and out-of-stock fuses increase the potential for dangerous misapplications. Learn about Inventory Analysis and Upgrade Services: The Right Fuse the First Time, Every Time.
PRESENTER: Peter Walsh, PE, Senior Field Engineer
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RFID at
Work
Manufacturer: Escort Memory Systems
DATE: 5/2/2006 TIME: 11:00 AM -
12:00 PM ROOM: State College
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
ROI with RFID
RFID Applications
EMS Readers
Communication Protocols
Tags
Antennas
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Escort Memory Systems (a Datalogic Group Company) provides RFID solutions for every link of the Supply Chain. Since 1985 EMS has been developing, manufacturing and supporting RFID installations in companies around the globe. EMS can provide either UHF or HF solutions for your RFID need. As an Encompass Partner, their products can interface with many of RA Allen-Bradley processors directly (chassis-resident module), or via communication adapters for RIO, DeviceNet, ControlNet, and EtherNet/IP networks. Learn how RFID systems are put into place, how RFID can increase visibility of product and production, and how this exploding technology can benefit your manufacturing and distribution efforts.
PRESENTER: Hadi Merchant, Regional Sales Engineer
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Rockwell
Automation Integrated Architecture
Manufacturer: Rockwell Automation
DATE: 5/2/2006 TIME: 1:00 PM -
2:00 PM ROOM: Williamsport
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Logix Family of Processors
NetLinx
Networks
Factory Talk
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Learn how to reduce your total cost of ownership by using a single control infrastructure for your entire range of factory automation applications, large or small. Integrated Architecture is made possible through the unique combination of
Rockwell Automation's enabling technologies including the Logix control platform, NetLinx Open Network Architecture, View visualization platform and FactoryTalk data and informational services.
PRESENTER: Dennis Ward, System Solutions Area Manager; Stephen Smith, SYD Automation Engineer
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Rockwell
Automation Process Control
Manufacturer: Rockwell Automation
DATE: 5/3/2006 TIME: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
ROOM: Williamsport
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
DCS Systems
Phase Manager
Logix: a Multi-Disciplined Controller
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Why have separate DCS and PLC platforms? Simplify and reduce the number of systems in your process control by using new features in the Logix platform. Learn about the new Equipment Phase Manager, structured around the ISA 'S88' Batch Control Standard to standardize your recipe and batch logic. Also discover new tools provided for security, version control, and the testing and validation of application code prior to installation so that you can reduce startup time and costs.
PRESENTER: Dennis Ward, System Solutions Area Manager; Mike Murphy, SYD PLC & Motion Systems Engineer
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Rockwell
Automation View Anyware Strategy
Manufacturer: Rockwell Software
DATE: 5/2/2006 TIME: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
ROOM: Williamsport
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
PanelView Plus
RSView ME
RSView SE
COURSE DESCRIPTION: From the smallest stand-alone operator interface to Client-Server architecture between multiple plants, Rockwell Automation's latest suite of Human-Machine-Interface products is scaleable to grow with your enterprise.
PRESENTER: Dennis Ward, System Solutions Area Manager; SYD Stephen Smith, Automation Engineer
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Safety and
High Voltage
Manufacturer: Cocciardi & Associates, Inc.
DATE: 5/2/2006 TIME: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
ROOM: Lancaster
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Relationship Between OSHA and NFPA 70E
Typical Applications
When Do Power Generation/Distribution Regulations Apply?
PPE Requirements
Other Safety Practices
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This seminar will cover special handling procedures and other safety considerations when working with > 600 volts including how this relates to regulatory issues published by OSHA (both general electrical safety and power generation/distribution facilities) and recommendations in NFPA 70E and the National Electric Code.
PRESENTER: Rick Hoover, PE, CEM - Energy Mgmt Group
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Safety Risk Assessment
Manufacturer: Rockwell Automation
DATE: 5/3/2006 TIME: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
ROOM: Williamsport
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Why Do a Risk Assessment?
How to Do a Risk Assessment
Relavent Standards
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Don't be faced with enormous fines, or worse yet, a major injury to your personnel
be compliant! This seminar is a basic overview of why a risk assessment is critical to safety system development and a look at how to conduct one.
PRESENTER: Joe Pickell, Components Area Manager
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Shrinking Plenum - What to Do?
Manufacturer: Hubbell Lighting
DATE: 5/2/2006 TIME: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
ROOM: Lancaster
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
Changing Building Codes
T5 & T5HO Technology
Innovative Fixture Design
COURSE DESCRIPTION: A detailed look at cramped and overcrowded plenum spaces and how the Zero Plenum Troffer from Columbia Lighting is a truly innovative lighting solution for these applications. The unprecedented shallow design puts an end to concerns over interference with other equipment in today's ever shrinking plenum space, achieving this feat without sacrificing performance or aesthetics. Drawing on the advantages of T5 technology, the Zero Plenum offers an array of options designed to maximize efficiency, brightness control, and visual appeal. It's revolutionary, patent-pending telescoping housing simplifies installation in even the most restricted places.
PRESENTER: Doug Kaufman, Regional Sales Manager
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Surge Protection Strategies
Manufacturer: Islatrol/Control Concepts
DATE: 5/2/2006 TIME: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
ROOM: State College
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:
How Surge Suppression Works
Filter Systems
Instrumentation Protection
Surge Protection for Low-Voltage DataComm
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This session will teach the basics of Transient Voltage Surge Suppression and how they work. We will also discuss what the TVSS is meant to do as well as the limitations. The discussion leads into EMI/RFI basics, how they work and what they are meant to protect. The differences between the two technologies will be demonstrated by use of a surge generator to illustrate the differences. Finally, we will discuss low voltage surge protection for telephone, data and instrumentation applications.
PRESENTER: Steve Sims, Regional Manager
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