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Tech Expo 2023 - Sessions

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Session A

8:00am–8:45am

INTERMEDIATE - Water/Wastewater

Grinders are Coming for Your Wastewater Applications!

Presented by Crane Engineering

It is often times expected that the pump should be able to handle solids in wastewater applications. Many times this can lead to maintenance nightmares and the simple solution is to use a grinder in your process!

8:30am–9:15am

INTERMEDIATE - Industrial

Slurry Applications are No Match for the Knife Gate Valve

Presented by ITT Fabri

Slurries represent some of the most challenging applications for valves. Percentage of solids, particle size and pressure are just a few considerations when selecting a knifegate valve for your process slurry. Find out how knifegate valves can solve your toughest slurry application problems.

Session B

9:45am–10:30am

INTERMEDIATE - Sanitary

Screw Pumps: The Unique and Versatile PD Pump

Presented by Fristam 

Not much is understood about the versatility of a twin screw pump. See how the ultimate PD pump can be used for viscous applications as well as tank unloading and general transfer.

9:45am - 10:30am

BEGINNER - All

Understanding Vertical Turbines

Presented by Xylem (Goulds Water Technology)

Learn how the many features and options of a vertical turbine pump can help keep your pump running smoothly and efficiently.

Session C

10:45am - 11:30am

INTERMEDIATE - Engineers

Centrifugal Pump Users - Know your System Curves! 

Presented by ITT Goulds PRO Services

A lot of time is spent reviewing pump curves, but not much is understood with how important the system curve is! Learn about how system curves dictate where your pump runs and how it can be manipulated.

10:45am - 11:30am 

ADVANCED - All

How Diamond Improves Mechanical Seal Reliability and Performance

Presented by John Crane

Have difficult mechanical seal applications where reliability, durability, and productivity is a must? Learn how new diamond face technology helps improve performance with reduced seal wear due to dry running, abrasive, or low-lubricity applications.

10:45am - 11:30am

BEGINNER - All

Basic Hydraulics Theory for Pumping Systems

Presented by Gorman Rupp

Learn fluid system fundamentals and parameters (flow, TDH, NPSH). Understand basic troubleshooting and identify pump performance problems. Includes demonstration with glass-faced pump.

10:45am - 11:30am

INTERMEDIATE - Sanitary

Using Valves to Automate Sanitary Processes 

Presented by Sudmo

Every plant faces the challenge of doing more with less. Automating sanitary processes can help improve product output, consistency and quality all while reducing manpower. Join us for a discussion on how Mixproof valves and automation technology can help your plant do more with less.

Session D

12:45pm - 1:30pm

ADVANCED - Industrial

There is More to Dispersion and Blending then You May Know

Presented by Cleveland Mixer

Learn what the difference is between dispersion and blending and which you need for your application. Also learn how the machine selection can optimize your process.

12:45pm - 1:30pm

INTERMEDIATE - All

Digital Dosing Solutions: Stepper Motor with Control Option for Chemical Feed

Presented by Grundfos

Review conventional diaphragm dosing and learn the advantages to digital dosing. Controls and Programming options can help streamline your dosing needs.

Session E

1:45pm - 2:30pm

INTERMEDIATE - All

Pay Now or Pay More Later: How Precision Rebuilds and PMI Save Money in the Long Run

Presented by Crane Engineering

Many times upfront preventative maintenance will save you money in the long run. Find out how precision rebuilds and PMI affects machine health and reliability.

1:45pm - 2:30pm

INTERMEDIATE - Sanitary

Automated Cleaning Fundamentals: Improving Plant Efficiencies

Presented by Sani Matic

Often times sanitary cleaning processes can be taken for granted. There are some basic fundamentals that can help you get the most out of your CIP/COP systems.

1:45pm - 2:30pm

BEGINNER - All

10 Ways to Kill Your PD Pump

Presented by Viking Pump

Operation abuse and incorrect application are the leading causes of premature rotary pump failure. This session covers the top 10 causes of premature Positive Displacement pump failure, how to identify them, and prevent them.

1:45pm - 2:30pm

BEGINNER - Industrial

Pick Your Perfect PD Pump

Presented by Netzsch

It may be easy to know when you need a Positive Displacement pump for your application, but which style do you need? Find out where Progressive Cavity, Rotary Lobe, Twin Screw, and Peristaltic pumps are best applied.

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2023 Sponsors

 

Platinum Sponsor

Xylem - Platinum

 

Platinum Sponsor

John Crane - Platinum

 

Gold Sponsor

Clevland Mixer - Gold

 

Silver Sponsor

Gorman Rupp - Silver

 

Silver Sponsor

Fristam - Silver-2

 

 

Silver Sponsor

Emerson - Silver

 

 

Bronze Sponsor

 

Goulds - Bronze-2

 

 

Bronze Sponsor

Vogelsang - Bronze-1

 

 

Bronze Sponsor

Sudmo - Bronze

 

Bronze Sponsor

Indelac - Bronze-2

 

 

Bronze Sponsor

Sani-Matic

 

 

Bronze Sponsor

Flotite - Bronze

 

 

Bronze Sponsor

AVCO - Bronze-2

 


Happy Hour Sponsor

Grundfos - Happy Hour Sponsor-1

 

Testimonials

"Absolutely the best expo I have ever attended."
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Wastewater Operator

"Tech Expo is well organized and provides a wide range of vendors and tech sessions. Extremely grateful to Crane Engineering for providing this opportunity."
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Process Engineer

"I look forward to attending the next expo!"
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Project Engineer

"Worthwhile. Will recommend that coworkers attend your next expo."
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Chemical Engineer