GEAPS Exchange Education
The Exchange Educational Programming Committee plans sessions in a variety of formats. From the Opening Workshop through the hands-on Expo Pods, you’re sure to learn new ways to improve operations at your facility.
Build Your Skills at Exchange
Whether it’s hands-on learning in the Expo Hall, or studying side-by-side with peers, you’re sure to find sessions and formats to meet your educational goals.
To make the most of your time at Exchange, we recommend purchasing an attendee full registration, which includes admission to the Opening Workshop, Idea Exchange, Expo Pods and concurrent sessions!


Opening & Closing Workshop
The event kicks off and closes on a deep dive into a high-profile industry topic presented by a panel of experts.

Idea Exchange
The Idea Exchange features a variety of participants delivering short presentations with a goal of giving you the latest in what’s new in the industry.

Concurrent Sessions
Several hour-long presentations are delivered by industry professionals who provide industry-specific education.

Expo Pods
Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Get the Most Out of Education Sessions
A couple things to note when selecting a course:
- All sessions are based on GEAPS’ Core Competencies to make it easier to find topics of interest to you.
- Many education sessions qualify for partial a continuing education unit (CEU) credit. CEUs are only available to GEAPS/K-State credential holders. Learn more about credentials.
- To help you find the most valuable training for this stage in your career, education sessions are labeled with an ability level.
During a Session
Sessions start promptly at the times listed in the schedule. Most sessions will have a speaker and PowerPoint, and many speakers leverage the in-session polling technology and audience interaction to make their session more dynamic. There are many times, both before and in-between sessions, where you will be able to get a cup of coffee or a bite to eat at the sponsored Wake-Up Stations and Energy Breaks.
At the end of each session, be sure to let the speaker know how they did with a session survey. The survey can be accessed through the GEAPS Exchange Mobile App or paper copies available on-site. These surveys not only help our speakers get the valuable feedback they need to ensure their content is useful, but is used to guide programming decisions for future Exchange education sessions. After the event, GEAPS posts proceedings papers and PowerPoint slide decks in the GEAPS Knowledge Resource Center, a members-only section of the GEAPS website.
Future Sessions
We are always looking for new ideas for education sessions in the future! After experiencing GEAPS Exchange, if you have an idea for a future session be sure to add it to the post-session surveys that are available after each education sessions in the GEAPS Exchange Mobile App. If, after attending Exchange, you are interested in the development of Education Education, we invite you to join the Exchange Educational Programming Committee (EPC).
Lastly, if you are an expert in an important topic related to the grain industry and are interested in presenting an education session at the Exchange, you can apply to be a presenter. If you have any questions regarding the Exchange Education options, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Exchange Education Schedule
All sessions are based on GEAPS’ core competencies, and some qualify for partial continuing education unit (CEU) credit.
Ability Level Definitions:
- Advanced: Learner has advanced understanding of the industry. A session at this level might cover strategic and complex ideas, research, technologies and subjects. This session is best suited for experienced professionals in the industry.
- Mid-Level: Learner assumes solid knowledge of concepts of the industry. A session at this level might describe systems and procedures of moderately complex topics.
- Basic: Learner assumes some basic knowledge and exposure to the industry. A session at this level presents an overview of concepts and features and is best suited for newer professionals.
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22mar8:00 am9:30 amOpening Workshop: Commitment to Safety8:00 am - 9:30 am
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The Exchange kicks off on a deep dive into a high-profile industry topic presented by a panel of experts. Hear industry leaders and safety professionals give a first-hand account of
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The Exchange kicks off on a deep dive into a high-profile industry topic presented by a panel of experts. Hear industry leaders and safety professionals give a first-hand account of real life safety situations and the methods that they have implemented to correct hazards and prevent injuries. This engaging panel shares the lessons they have learned through their years of experience to help others create a vibrant safety culture. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in case studies and ask questions of the panel.
Presented By:
- Kevin Danner, Regulatory Compliance Director, Landus Cooperative
- Brad Bousquet, VP Safety, CVA Cooperative
- Eric Grundke, Corporate Safety Director, Kiewit
Thank you Opening Workshop sponsors!
Cargill Inc, C-TEC Ag, PMI Nebraska LLC, Schlagel Inc, Todd & Sargent Inc, Vigen Construction, and West Side Salvage Inc
Time
(Sunday) 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Location
Convention Center - 102
22mar9:45 am11:00 amIdea Exchange9:45 am - 11:00 am CST
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The Idea Exchange features a variety of participants delivering short presentations with a goal of giving you the latest in what’s new in the industry. Here's what you will see
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The Idea Exchange features a variety of participants delivering short presentations with a goal of giving you the latest in what’s new in the industry. Here’s what you will see at Idea Exchange 2020:
What’s New?
- The Edge Sweep – Sioux Steel Company
- Barge Stowage Exam Camera System – Seedburo
- Self-Learning Custom Stroke Electric Actuator – LINAK
- TSS2 – Anderson Engineering
- SureTrack PRO – Intellifarms
- Barge Cover Handle – Wellman Solutions, LLC
- Guardian Positioning System – JMI Covers, LLC
Small Changes…Big Impact!
- Uses of 3D Laser Scanning Technologies for Project Cost Savings – Louis Dreyfus
- Chain Advancer for Changing Paddles on Box Conveyor Chain – Michigan Agricultural Commodities
- Tarps: Tricks on Bunkers – Skyland Grain
- Tarp Trick to Use on All Piles – River Valley Coop
- Pulling on Grain Pile Tarps: Making Something Hard, Easy! – Michigan Agricultural Commodities
Thank you Idea Exchange sponsors!
AGI Hi-Roller, Cargill Inc, Linak US Inc, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, and Schlagel Inc
Time
(Sunday) 9:45 am - 11:00 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 101
22mar1:45 pm2:30 pmGrain Entrapment Rescue Demo1:45 pm - 2:30 pm
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This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for grain entrapment, and help you build skills to keep yourself and co-workers safe.
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This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for grain entrapment, and help you build skills to keep yourself and co-workers safe.
Time
(Sunday) 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
22mar4:00 pm4:45 pmGrain Entrapment Rescue Demo4:00 pm - 4:45 pm CST
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This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for grain entrapment, and help you build skills to keep yourself and co-workers safe.
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This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for grain entrapment, and help you build skills to keep yourself and co-workers safe.
Time
(Sunday) 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
23mar7:00 am7:30 amEducation Wake-Up Station7:00 am - 7:30 am
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Thank you Wake-Up Station sponsors! Kasa Controls & Automation and Leland Industries
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Thank you Wake-Up Station sponsors! Kasa Controls & Automation and Leland Industries
Time
(Monday) 7:00 am - 7:30 am
Location
Convention Center - 2nd Level - Foyer
23mar7:30 am8:30 amWorld Class Safety Culture7:30 am - 8:30 am CST
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Achieving world-class status in safety isn’t just about an injury rate below a certain threshold. While numbers and hard data are important, they are only a reflection of a critically
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Achieving world-class status in safety isn’t just about an injury rate below a certain threshold. While numbers and hard data are important, they are only a reflection of a critically few characteristics that shape an organization’s safety results. A low injury rate is one outcome that results from creating the conditions that qualify an organization for world-class status. In this session, we will discuss the pillars of a good safety foundation and how they distinguish the best safety companies from all the other organizations.
Presented by Donald Groover, Sr. Vice President, DEKRA
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 7:30 am - 8:30 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 103
23mar7:30 am8:30 amRemediation of Existing Structures: Foundations7:30 am - 8:30 am CST
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Construction and operation of complex and large grain facilities cannot be undertaken without risk. As the grain industry continues to leverage larger, heavier structures, there needs to be an understanding
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Construction and operation of complex and large grain facilities cannot be undertaken without risk. As the grain industry continues to leverage larger, heavier structures, there needs to be an understanding of the geotechnical risks associated with the latest geotechnical construction techniques. In the grain industry, uneducated practitioners can be associated with catastrophic risks as a result of not understanding geotechnical conditions. This session will discuss what things can go wrong geotechnically, alternative techniques for lifting settled structures and large area loads and how they affect settlement.
Presented by Raymond Franz, Vice President, Hayward Baker
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 7:30 am - 8:30 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 102
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Downtime is often blamed on poor maintenance or lack of maintenance. Undoubtedly, proper maintenance is important in keeping your conveyor in uptime and not downtime. However, there are several operators
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Downtime is often blamed on poor maintenance or lack of maintenance. Undoubtedly, proper maintenance is important in keeping your conveyor in uptime and not downtime. However, there are several operators with exceptional maintenance that struggle with downtime. A contributing and often overlooked cause of downtime is the conveyor’s gearing and bearing selection and proper maintenance for the application.
Presented by:
- Brad Droegmiller, Senior Territory Manager, ABB
- Shelley Gager, Product Manager, ABB
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 7:30 am - 8:30 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 208
23mar8:30 am8:45 amEducation Energy Break8:30 am - 8:45 am
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Thank you Energy Break sponsors! AGI Hi-Roller, Cargill Inc, and Todd & Sargent Inc
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Thank you Energy Break sponsors!
Time
(Monday) 8:30 am - 8:45 am
Location
Convention Center - 2nd Level - Foyer
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Much has occurred in the last 2 years since the 2018 Food Safety Modernization Act. This session will help participants be more prepared and aware as auditors are diving deeper
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Much has occurred in the last 2 years since the 2018 Food Safety Modernization Act. This session will help participants be more prepared and aware as auditors are diving deeper into facilities records, traceability is becoming a hotter topic, and the media continues to be that of the consumers. This session will focus on FDA visits vs FSMA Compliance, Grain Elevator Exemptions, and Foreign Supplier Verification.
Presented by Perry Nettles, Central Region Manager SPS, Ecolab
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 208
23mar8:45 am9:45 amGrain Inspection: Secrets Revealed8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
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Federal Grain Inspection Advisor Committee is an important resource to all grain handlers. The committee advises FGIS on the programs, policies and services it delivers under the U.S. Grain Standards
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Federal Grain Inspection Advisor Committee is an important resource to all grain handlers. The committee advises FGIS on the programs, policies and services it delivers under the U.S. Grain Standards Act and the Agricultural Marketing Act. This session will help participants understand the resources they have available to them in a dynamic and changing marketplace to solve industry issues, help facilitate more trade and promote new markets and ideas.
Presented by Linsey Tobin, Quality Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Grain Inspection
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 211
23mar8:45 am9:45 amRemediation of Existing Structures: Panel Discussion8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
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In this panel discussion, construction and operation of complex and large grain facilities will be examined and discussed. As the grain industry continues to leverage larger, heavier structures, there needs
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In this panel discussion, construction and operation of complex and large grain facilities will be examined and discussed. As the grain industry continues to leverage larger, heavier structures, there needs to be an understanding of risks and most recent construction techniques. Experts in the grain industry will discuss real questions about the remediation of existing structures and geotechnical conditions. This session will give the audience an opportunity to ask questions and benefit from the knowledge of others in the industry.
Presented by:
- Michael Blough, Project Engineer, Clear Creek & Associates
- Joel Herald, Director, Corporate Engineering, The Andersons, Inc
- Kyle Brown, Project Engineer, The Andersons, Inc
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 102
23mar8:45 am9:45 amOperational Excellence: Lean in the Grain Industry8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
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Lean is a business philosophy focused on maximizing customer value by eliminating waste. While these ideas originated in automotive manufacturing, they have been successfully applied to multiple industries, including agriculture.
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Lean is a business philosophy focused on maximizing customer value by eliminating waste. While these ideas originated in automotive manufacturing, they have been successfully applied to multiple industries, including agriculture. This session will introduce the basics of Lean Thinking with emphasis on examples of its application to the Grain Industry. Learn how Lean is being applied to the business of storing, moving and processing grain in the largest agriculture coop in the US.
Presented by:
- Heidi St. Clair; Director of Operational Excellence, Processing; CHS
- Ron Quintero; Director of Operational Excellence, Grain Marketing; CHS
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 103
23mar10:30 am11:15 amExpo Pod 4: Permit Required vs. Non-Permit Required10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers. Thank you Expo Pod sponsors!
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Thank you Expo Pod sponsors! Cleveland Vibrator Co, Feed & Grain Magazine, Grain Journal and Viterra
Time
(Monday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
23mar10:30 am11:15 amExpo Pod 1: Understanding OSHA Regulations10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers. Thank you Expo Pod sponsors!
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Thank you Expo Pod sponsors! Cleveland Vibrator Co, Feed & Grain Magazine, Grain Journal and Viterra
Time
(Monday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
23mar10:30 am11:15 amExpo Pod 2: Grain Quality Management10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Time
(Monday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
23mar10:30 am11:15 amExpo Pod 3: Understanding Confined Space Permits10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers. Thank you Expo Pod sponsors!
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Thank you Expo Pod sponsors! Cleveland Vibrator Co, Feed & Grain Magazine, Grain Journal and Viterra
Time
(Monday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
23mar1:45 pm2:30 pmExpo Pod 2: Confined Space Atmospheric Monitoring1:45 pm - 2:30 pm CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers. Thank you Expo Pod sponsors!
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Thank you Expo Pod sponsors! Cleveland Vibrator Co, Feed & Grain Magazine, Grain Journal and Viterra
Time
(Monday) 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
23mar1:45 pm2:30 pmExpo Pod 3: Grain Entrapment Prevention Kits1:45 pm - 2:30 pm CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers. Thank you Expo Pod sponsors!
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Thank you Expo Pod sponsors! Cleveland Vibrator Co, Feed & Grain Magazine, Grain Journal and Viterra
Time
(Monday) 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
23mar1:45 pm2:30 pmExpo Pod 4: Grain Entrapment Rescue Tubes1:45 pm - 2:30 pm CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers. Thank you Expo Pod sponsors!
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Thank you Expo Pod sponsors! Cleveland Vibrator Co, Feed & Grain Magazine, Grain Journal and Viterra
Time
(Monday) 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
23mar1:45 pm2:30 pmExpo Pod 1: Confined Space Entry Equipment1:45 pm - 2:30 pm CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers. Thank you Expo Pod sponsors!
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Thank you Expo Pod sponsors! Cleveland Vibrator Co, Feed & Grain Magazine, Grain Journal and Viterra
Time
(Monday) 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
23mar1:45 pm2:30 pmGrain Entrapment Rescue Demo1:45 pm - 2:30 pm CST
Event Details
This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for grain entrapment, and help you build skills to keep yourself and co-workers safe.
Event Details
This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for grain entrapment, and help you build skills to keep yourself and co-workers safe.
Time
(Monday) 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
23mar3:15 pm4:15 pmAre You Doing Enough to Reduce Injuries from Belt Conveyors?3:15 pm - 4:15 pm CST
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Properly working conveyors are one of the best productivity-enhancing tools available. But entrapment in nip points, abrasions, burns and pinch zones can create damage by shearing and crushing that cause
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Properly working conveyors are one of the best productivity-enhancing tools available. But entrapment in nip points, abrasions, burns and pinch zones can create damage by shearing and crushing that cause injuries. The right training, preparation and safety precautions can help. This highly interactive presentation offers five strategies to keep workers safe around belt conveyors. Learn the likelihood and the cost of accidents. Examine case studies and real-life examples of conveyor injuries, and discuss how they can be avoided.
Presented by Jerad Heitzler, Training Manager, Martin Engineering
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - 102
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Explosible dust clouds are regularly formed inside the powder storage, handling and processing equipment. Additionally, explosible dust clouds can form inside processing buildings under poor housekeeping conditions. This presentation discusses
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Explosible dust clouds are regularly formed inside the powder storage, handling and processing equipment. Additionally, explosible dust clouds can form inside processing buildings under poor housekeeping conditions. This presentation discusses the practical measures that can be taken to reduce the likelihood of dust explosions and control their effects. Focus will be given to the requirements of the newly revised NFPA 652 Standard on the Fundamentals of Combustible Dust, 2019 Edition and NPA 61 Standard: Prevention of Fires and Dust Explosions in Agricultural and Food Processing Facilities.
Presented by Vahib Ebadat, CEO, Stonehouse Process Safety
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - 211
23mar3:15 pm4:15 pmSilo Design, Behavior & Inspection3:15 pm - 4:15 pm CST
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Silos are fundamentally necessary for grain handling. Silos and other structures require maintenance just like mechanical systems. Routine inspection can help to keep facilities operating properly and keep personnel safe.
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Silos are fundamentally necessary for grain handling. Silos and other structures require maintenance just like mechanical systems. Routine inspection can help to keep facilities operating properly and keep personnel safe. This presentation will discuss common issues observed, what to seek on site, and possible solutions.
Presented by Gerard Lynskey, Principal, SSI Consulting
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - 103
23mar3:15 pm4:15 pmTrade Wars3:15 pm - 4:15 pm CST
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U.S. agriculture has relied upon significant growth in trade over the past few decades, moving from very limited ag trade in the 1970s to over $130 billion of ag trade
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U.S. agriculture has relied upon significant growth in trade over the past few decades, moving from very limited ag trade in the 1970s to over $130 billion of ag trade in the past few years. In this session, we will discuss the factors and reasons behind the various trade disputes impacting agriculture, focusing mainly on the U.S.-China trade war. We will also examine recently constructed trade deals (USMCA) and potential trade agreements (Japan, EU and the UK).
Presented by Chad Hart, Associate Professor, Iowa State University
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - 208
23mar4:15 pm4:30 pmEducation Energy Break4:15 pm - 4:30 pm
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Thank you Energy Break sponsors! AGI Hi-Roller, Cargill Inc, and Todd & Sargent Inc
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Thank you Energy Break sponsors!
Time
(Monday) 4:15 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Convention Center - 2nd Level - Foyer
23mar4:30 pm5:30 pmKeep Your Motor Running4:30 pm - 5:30 pm CST
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Motors need regular maintenance in order to avoid failure and prolong their lifespan. This session will provide an overview of how electric motors work, different voltages and the types of
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Motors need regular maintenance in order to avoid failure and prolong their lifespan. This session will provide an overview of how electric motors work, different voltages and the types of motors in the ag processing world. Learn about motor efficiency and how it affects the power factor, and what “premium efficient” means today. Motor maintenance, including lubrication frequency and keeping fans and cooling fins clean, will be discussed.
Presented by Dale Basso, Motors Manager, WEG Electric Corp
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - 103
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This session will be an open discussion on dust collection systems, the different types and cost savings. Included in the panel are a variety of perspectives on grain dust systems,
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This session will be an open discussion on dust collection systems, the different types and cost savings. Included in the panel are a variety of perspectives on grain dust systems, including insights on designing the system, different types and new designs, and practical use and the end user experience. Efficiency as a cost savings measure will also be discussed. The panel will also take questions from the audience.
Presented by:
- Mike Phillips, Perdue Agribusiness
- Andrew Lewman, AGI AIRLANCO
- Jack Osborn, Airdusco
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - 208
23mar4:30 pm5:30 pmOSHA and EPA Regulatory Update4:30 pm - 5:30 pm CST
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This presentation will provide an update on emerging regulatory issues within the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Topics will include OSHA’s and EPA’s
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This presentation will provide an update on emerging regulatory issues within the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Topics will include OSHA’s and EPA’s policies, rule-makings and interpretations on such issues as continued enforcement within the grain handling industry; injury and illness record keeping; combustible dust; walking working surfaces and temporary storage.
Presented by Jess McCluer, VP of Safety & Regulatory Affairs, NGFA
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - 211
23mar4:30 pm5:30 pmCritical Issues Impacting the Grain Industry4:30 pm - 5:30 pm CST
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Human Resource is a critical and necessary part of any organization. Join us for a panel focused on current HR concerns. Several scenarios will be discussed by a panel of
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Human Resource is a critical and necessary part of any organization. Join us for a panel focused on current HR concerns. Several scenarios will be discussed by a panel of industry experts and human resource professionals. Issues of concern include: fostering a strong corporate culture; staffing and recruiting; and developing employees and managers. You will learn how solving HR issues can play an important role in the growth of your business.
Presented by:
- Paul Steinlage, Operations Manager, General Mills
- Casey Jones, Project Manager, CGB Enterprises, Inc
- Justin Myers, Senior Project Manager, The Andersons, Inc
- Chris Case, Senior Operations Manager, Bunge
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Monday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - 102
24mar7:00 am7:30 amEducation Wake-Up Station7:00 am - 7:30 am
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Thank you Wake-Up Station sponsors! Kasa Controls & Automation and Leland Industries
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Thank you Wake-Up Station sponsors! Kasa Controls & Automation and Leland Industries
Time
(Tuesday) 7:00 am - 7:30 am
Location
Convention Center - 2nd Level - Foyer
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NC-213 researchers address critical, continuing issues in post-harvest grain quality. This presentation will outline and summarize innovations in grain handling and processing from a research perspective. New ideas are proposed
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NC-213 researchers address critical, continuing issues in post-harvest grain quality. This presentation will outline and summarize innovations in grain handling and processing from a research perspective. New ideas are proposed on how grain can be processed and handled with lower energy, less waste, greater efficiency and greater profit margin. Improvements on the horizon and in the next 50 years in grain handling and processing will be discussed.
Presented by:
- Guy Roger Aby, Research Assistant, Iowa State University
- R.P. Kingsly Ambrose, Associate Professor, Purdue University
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Tuesday) 7:30 am - 8:30 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 208
24mar7:30 am8:30 amOrganic and Non-GMO: Is the Premium Worth the Process?7:30 am - 8:30 am CST
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Are organic and non-GMO programs right for you? This session provides insight into organic and non-GMO trends as well as the challenges and requirements to satisfy these standards. Learn the
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Are organic and non-GMO programs right for you? This session provides insight into organic and non-GMO trends as well as the challenges and requirements to satisfy these standards. Learn the differences and similarities between organic and non-GMO standards. Gain a better understanding of marketing dynamics and drivers of growth as well as implementation process, timing and challenges. Misconceptions of organic and non-GMO programs will be examined and discussed.
Presented by Jamie Welch, Market Segment Leader, EnviroLogix
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Tuesday) 7:30 am - 8:30 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 102
24mar7:30 am8:30 amSafe From Day One7:30 am - 8:30 am CST
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Onboarding new employees presents a unique set of challenges, including low reading and comprehension levels, time constraints and language barriers, to name just a few. This session will provide you
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Onboarding new employees presents a unique set of challenges, including low reading and comprehension levels, time constraints and language barriers, to name just a few. This session will provide you with strategies for providing employees with the safety information they need to keep themselves safe while maintaining compliance with workplace safety standards. Strategies presented in this session include managing the hiring process, the use of instructor led and online training, hands-on training, job shadowing programs and routine reinforcement training.
Presented by Joe Mlynek, Partner, Safety Made Simple, Inc
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Tuesday) 7:30 am - 8:30 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 103
24mar8:30 am8:45 amEducation Energy Break8:30 am - 8:45 am
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Thank you Energy Break sponsors! AGI Hi-Roller, Cargill Inc, and Todd & Sargent Inc
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Thank you Energy Break sponsors!
Time
(Tuesday) 8:30 am - 8:45 am
Location
Convention Center - 2nd Level - Foyer
24mar8:45 am9:45 amActive Aggressor: It's Not Just About a Gun8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
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All sorts of aggression can take place in the workplace both from external customers and internal employees and their relatives. A certified ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate) instructor discusses
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All sorts of aggression can take place in the workplace both from external customers and internal employees and their relatives. A certified ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate) instructor discusses how to protect your company from an active aggressor, how to prepare your company for a violent act, and how to enable employees to react properly. An OSHA Alliance company, they also discuss the requirements for a separate emergency response plan to react to all potential hazards in the workplace.
Presented by Terry Lively, Safety & Compliance Manager, Marsh McLennan Agency, LLC
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Tuesday) 8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 208
24mar8:45 am9:45 amUnderstanding ROI of Industrial 4.0 and IIOT8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
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Industrial professionals are being bombarded with marketing messaging around Internet of things, Industry 4.0 and cloud technology. With all this marketing, it is hard to differentiate between what are solutions
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Industrial professionals are being bombarded with marketing messaging around Internet of things, Industry 4.0 and cloud technology. With all this marketing, it is hard to differentiate between what are solutions that can provide real value to your business and those that are purely technology buzzwords. This presentation will help professionals in the grain industry understand the technology, identify opportunities for Industrial IOT to benefit their business and see how others in the industry are using this technology.
Presented by Brent Nelson, Business Development Manager, Donaldson
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Tuesday) 8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 211
24mar8:45 am9:45 amGetting Inside a Control Panel8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
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What do your control panels look like? Are you seeing things you shouldn’t inside? Taking the time to inspect for issues such as hot spots and smoke residue can help
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What do your control panels look like? Are you seeing things you shouldn’t inside? Taking the time to inspect for issues such as hot spots and smoke residue can help avoid accidents and costly issues. This session will dive inside control panels, including the importance of preventative maintenance and safety practices. The importance of good labeling, schematics, including prints for PLC and VFDs will be discussed.
Presented by Shawn Cadman, Outside Sales Representative, Kasa Industrial Controls
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Tuesday) 8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 103
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Every elevator faces the same challenge: optimizing production at the lowest possible cost. The key to optimizing production with no additional capital investment is a digital infrastructure that enables self-service
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Every elevator faces the same challenge: optimizing production at the lowest possible cost. The key to optimizing production with no additional capital investment is a digital infrastructure that enables self-service access to operational data. You will learn, with the help of real-time data from all your plant assets and control systems, how users can optimize performance from every level and make critical changes that prevent production losses, increase output and preserve equipment health — all without complex technical knowledge of the data technology behind it.
Presented by Petter Mörée, Industry Principal, OSIsoft
Thank you sponsors! McCormick Construction Co, MKC, PCL Construction, PMI Nebraska LLC, VAA LLC and WL Port-Land Systems
Time
(Tuesday) 8:45 am - 9:45 am CST
Location
Convention Center - 102
24mar10:30 am11:15 amExpo Pod 2: Grain Bin Entry Roles & Accountability10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers. Thank you Expo Pod sponsors!
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Thank you Expo Pod sponsors! Cleveland Vibrator Co, Feed & Grain Magazine, Grain Journal and Viterra
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
24mar10:30 am11:15 amExpo Pod 3: Confined Space Training Requirements10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers. Thank you Expo Pod sponsors!
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Thank you Expo Pod sponsors! Cleveland Vibrator Co, Feed & Grain Magazine, Grain Journal and Viterra
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
24mar10:30 am11:15 amExpo Pod 4: Grain Entrapment Rescue Tubes10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers. Thank you Expo Pod sponsors!
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Thank you Expo Pod sponsors! Cleveland Vibrator Co, Feed & Grain Magazine, Grain Journal and Viterra
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
24mar10:30 am11:15 amGrain Entrapment Rescue Demo10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
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This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for grain entrapment, and help you build skills to keep yourself and co-workers safe.
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This interactive training will reinforce proper rescue techniques for grain entrapment, and help you build skills to keep yourself and co-workers safe.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
24mar10:30 am11:15 amExpo Pod 1: Confined Space Entry Equipment10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers. Thank you Expo Pod sponsors!
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Designed for small groups and hosted in the Expo Hall, these interactive presentations feature equipment demonstrations, hands-on time and an opportunity for questions and answers.
Thank you Expo Pod sponsors! Cleveland Vibrator Co, Feed & Grain Magazine, Grain Journal and Viterra
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 am - 11:15 am CST
Location
Convention Center - Expo Hall
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Project problems can cost organizations time and money. This session examines some case studies of devastating project disasters and probable root causes. Consideration will be given to what transpires after
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Project problems can cost organizations time and money. This session examines some case studies of devastating project disasters and probable root causes. Consideration will be given to what transpires after the disaster and the relationship between the owner and the contractor. This will include discussion on how to prepare for lawyers and insurance companies, and the heavy involvement between the owner and project stakeholders. Takeaways will also include ideas for alternatives to potentially unsafe conditions and considerable time and expense in a courtroom.
Presented By: Jim Gales, Capital Project Consultant, CHS
Time
(Tuesday) 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm CST
Location
Convention Center - 102