JANUARY, 2009
Jan. 5-6 — Troubleshooting HVAC Controls and Air Distribution seminar.
Location:	Phoenix, Arizona. Also: January 7-8 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Description:	Day 1 covers HVAC control basics, troubleshooting and testing; Day 2 covers practical solutions for air distribution. Conducted by American Trainco.
Information:	www.americantrainco.com.
Jan. 7 — Fundamentals of Compressed Air (Level 1) workshop.
Location:	Orlando, Florida.
Description:	Description: Find out how a compressed air system works and the benefits of optimal compressed air system performance. This initial class demonstrates how to compute the current cost of your plant's compressed air systems, how to measure and create a baseline of system performance, and how to determine the impact of different compressor control types. Learn basic approaches for cutting costs; identify steps for proper system operation, maintenance, and point-of-use accountability; and tailor a compressed air system management action plan for your plant. Sponsored by the Compressed Air Nuclear Users Group, Air Operator Valve Users Group, Compressed Air Challenge, and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Bill Eister at (864) 885-4572 or wmeister@duke-energyc.com.
Jan. 8 — U.S. Dept. of Energy Combined Heat and Power Regional Assessment Centers webcast.
Description:	Description: The DOE Industrial Technologies Program offers free webcasts on tools, technologies, Save Energy Now assessments, and resources that can help save energy and reduce costs.
Information:	Registration: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/245276096
Jan. 8-9 — Advanced Management of Compressed Air (Level 2) workshop
Location:	Orlando, Florida.
Description:	Learn what data and tools are necessary to measure and assess the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of a compressed air system. This advanced course in compressed air system management teaches you to develop a system profile and address point-of-use issues, including determining actual air quality requirements, investigating and reducing highest point-of-use pressure requirements, and addressing high-volume intermittent applications. In addition, you will learn how to implement a compressed air system maintenance program, determine different compressor control strategies, align the supply-side to demand-side operation, and gain an understanding of the value of heat recovery. Participants will also gain knowledge on how to successfully present project proposals to management. (Note: Participants are strongly encouraged to take the Fundamentals workshop first.) Sponsored by the Compressed Air Nuclear Users Group, Air Operator Valve Users Group, Compressed Air Challenge, and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Bill Eister at (864) 885-4572 or wmeister@duke-energy.com.
Jan. 12-14 — Military Energy Alternatives conference.
Location:	Washington, DC.
Description:	The U.S. Department of Defense has made a commitment to use 25% renewable energy in its facilities by 2025. This conference will address the challenges faced by DOD and the use of alternative energy applications systems. People involved with DOD, the U.S. Dept. of Energy and other research organizations are invited to attend.
Information:	http://www.marcusevans.com/html/eventdetail.asp?EventID=14962&ad=mea-ee&SectorID=33
Jan. 13 — Process Heating Systems Assessment workshop.
Location:	Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Description:	This workshop provides an introduction to process heating and process heating equipment, such as furnaces, dryers, ovens, heaters, and kilns, used by industry. It includes discussion of combustion and other heating methods; heat transfer in furnaces; waste heat recovery; commonly used process heating controls; and emissions from heating processes. Attend this workshop if you are a process engineer, plant operator, maintenance engineer, process heating equipment designer, plant or corporate energy coordinator, or consulting engineer and learn: practical tips on process heating and maintenance; how to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions from furnaces; and how to use the U.S. Dept. of Energy's Process Heating Assessment and Survey Tool (PHAST) software tool. Sponsored by Southeast Missouri State University, Technology Resource Center, School of Polytechnic Studies, Industrial & Engineering Technology, and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Cheryl Reinagel at (573) 651-5915 or creinagel@semo.edu.
Jan. 13 — AFE Webinar: "Roadmap to Green: A Guide for Achieving Sustainable Buildings".
Location:	virtual.
Description:	Learn how you can focus your organization's "green" dollars where they will have the greatest impact within the context of your organization's capital plan. We'll provide strategies to help you evaluate sustainability opportunities - including those related to energy use, environmental impact, indoor environment quality, water conservation, waste management - and measure their impact on the bottom line.
Speaker:	Susan Haifleigh, director of sustainability solutions at VFA Inc.
Information:	Advance registration is required. Go to www.AFE.org. Click on Professional Development and then on Virtual Seminars. Any Certified Plant Engineer, Certified Plant Maintenance Manager or Certified Plant Supervisor who participates in this session can earn 0.1 credit toward recertification. All current members can attend for free. Non-members are welcome; the cost to them is $99 per person, per session.
Jan. 13-15 — Effective Planning and Scheduling for Today's Maintenance seminar.
Location:	Raleigh, North Carolina. Also February 10-12, 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada; and March 17-19, 2009, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Conducted by The Marshall Institute.
Description:	You will learn to reduce maintenance costs through more efficient use of your existing work force; learn how to measure and evaluate your department's performance by craft, employee and supervisor; improve manpower forecasting and planning for current, future or back-logged jobs; and discover techniques for conforming equipment warranty claims, evaluating replacement costs and fulfilling documentation requirements.
Information:	www.marshallinstitute.com.
Jan. 14 — Fan System Assessment workshop.
Location:	Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Description:	This workshop highlights the benefits of fan system optimization and examines fan system performance characteristics and practical issues concerning measurement data. It introduces the U.S. Dept. of Energy's Fan System Assessment Tool. FSAT is analysis software that helps you quantify the potential benefits of configuring fan systems for optimal performance, calculate the amount of energy use by your fan system, and estimate fan system efficiency. Learn how the software works, what data is required for FSAT, and how to interpret assessment results. In addition, this workshop includes discussion to help you: calculate the cost of operating fans in your facility; understand the interaction between the fan curve and the system curve; analyze the optimization potential of fan systems; and create an action plan to improve fan system efficiency and reliability in your plant. Sponsored by Southeast Missouri State University, Technology Resource Center, School of Polytechnic Studies, Industrial & Engineering Technology, U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Cheryl Reinagel at (573) 651-5915 or creinagel@semo.edu.
Jan. 15 — Introduction to the Industrial Technologies Program webcast.
Description:	Learn about the U.S. Dept. of Energy Industrial Technologies Program
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/495199748
Jan. 17-20 — Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association conference and expo.
Location:	Dana Point, California
Description:	The RCMA is the national trade association representing manufacturers of cold-applied protective roof coatings and cements and suppliers of products, equipment and/or services to and for the industry.
Information:	http://www.roofcoatings.org
Jan. 22 — Energy Management Programs webcast.
Description:	Conducted by the U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/180978185
Jan. 26-30 — The Original Environmental Bootcamp
Location:	Orlando, Florida
Description:	Topics covered include: environmental law; the Clean Water Act; Clean Air Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know; transportation of hazardous materials; Toxic Substances Control Act; storage tank management; an introduction to the Environmental Management System; and environmental training requirements. Conducted by The Aarcher Institute of Environmental Training LLC.
Information:	http://www.aarcherinstitute.com.
Jan. 26-27 — Understanding Variable Frequency Drives seminar.
Location:	Joliet, Illinois. Also: January 28-29 in Des Moines, Iowa.
Description:	Includes electrical review, what VFDs do, benefits of using a VFD, load types, installation, connections, wiring and grounding, setup/troubleshooting. Conducted by American Trainco.
Information:	www.americantrainco.com.
Jan. 27-29 — Achieving Total Process Reliability through TPM seminar.
Location:	Orlando, Florida. Also March 3-5, 2009 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Conducted by The Marshall Institute.
Description:	You will learn how to implement TPM in existing facilities, large and small, union or non-union; how TPM/TPR complements and supports your lean and Six Sigma efforts; why autonomous maintenance is not enough; the importance of assessing the current systems to determine where to start with TPM/TPR; the critical importance of internal champions, and total involvement and support at all levels in the organization; how to combine "quick wins" with improved systems to achieve long-term, sustainable change; how to establish small groups and Equipment Improvement Teams (EITs); the difference between "chronic loss" and "sporadic loss"; why auditing is a critical component of a successful TPM/TPR process; and how to use the TPM/TPR Implementation Model to embed and sustain the changes, leading to a successful, sustainable TPM/TPR effort.
Information:	www.marshallinstitute.com.
Jan. 27-30 — Reliability Training workshop.
Location:	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Description:	The Timken Co. is hosting reliability training workshops to educate engineers, distributors and maintenance managers on how to gain higher levels of uptime and performance. The workshops will include courses on reliability-centered maintenance, vibration analysis, bearing maintenance fundamentals and predictive maintenance.
Information:	http://www.timken.com/workshops
Jan. 28-29 — Oregon Sustainable Building Expo & Conference.
Location:	Portland, Oregon.
Description:	Seminars designed to help you stay current in your industry.
Who should attend:	Anyone interested in the sustainability of your building or helping to make your building green; including: facility managers, facility engineers, building owners, property managers, corporate real estate executives, architects, interior designers, landscape architects, space planners, construction project managers, developers and commercial real estate brokers.
Information:	www.sustainableexpos.com.
Jan. 29 — Emerging Steel Technologies webcast.
Description:	Conducted by the U.S. Dept. of Energy
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/623159903%22
FEBRUARY, 2009
Feb. 2 — AFE Certified Plant Maintenance Manager course.
Location:	This live, interactive online course will be taught 12-4 p.m. ET on February 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 26.
Description:	Course participants will become proficient in preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, work flow-planning and scheduling, computerized maintenance, investment returns and Total Productive Management. Upon successful completion of a 200-question exam, they will earn the prestigious CPMM credential. Eligibility requirements are current employment as a maintenance professional and two years of experience. To apply online visit https://www.afe.org/certification/cpmm_applic.cfm.
Information:	Katrina McEwan at (703) 234-4123 or KMcEwan@AFE.org.
Feb. 3 — Introduction to the Pumping System Assessment Tool webcast.
Description:	This webcast provides an overview of the U.S. Dept. of Energy's PSAT and how it can be used to target opportunities for energy savings.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/422570200.
Feb. 3 — Motor Systems Management workshop.
Description:	This workshop covers motor systems management including applications, inventory tracking, maintenance, replacement decisions, repair, and the impact and maintenance of power quality. A rigorous overview shows how the MotorMaster+ software can form the structure and reduce the work of motor systems management and motor systems decisions. Sponsored by Xcel Energy, Minnesota Technical Assistance Program and the U.S. Dept. of Energy
Information:	John Speckhardt at (612) 624-1300 at mntap@umn.edu.
Feb. 3-5 — Implementing Preventive/Predictive Maintenance class.
Location:	Las Vegas, Nevada. Also March 24-26, 2009 in Louisville, Kentucky. Conducted by The Marshall Institute.
Description:	Preventive and predictive maintenance techniques provide data that define servicing and inspection periods so that maintenance departments can determine, in advance, when equipment should be shut down for overhaul. Statistics are proving that these programs, properly implemented, can minimize equipment and system breakdowns, resulting in a major reduction in total maintenance and operation costs. This class will teach you everything you need to understand and implement these money-saving techniques.
Information:	www.marshallinstitute.com.
Feb. 4 — Fan System Assessment workshop.
Location:	St. Paul, Minnesota.
Description:	This workshop introduces the Fan System Assessment Tool (FSAT), which helps users to quantify potential benefits of configuring fan systems for optimal performance, calculate how much energy a fan system is using, and determine how efficiently the system is operating. The workshop also examines fan system performance characteristics and the practical issues involved in field measurement of fluid and electrical data. Sponsored by Xcel Energy, Minnesota Technical Assistance Program and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	John Speckhardt at (612) 624-1300 or mntap@umn.edu.
Feb. 5 — State and Utility Partnerships webcast.
Description:	Conducted by the U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/733979822
Feb. 6 — Introduction to the Process Heating Assessment and Survey Tool webcast.
Description:	This webcast provides an overview of the U.S. Dept. of Energy's PHAST and how it can be used to target opportunities for energy savings.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/235041469
Feb. 10-12 — Effective Planning and Scheduling for Today's Maintenance seminar.
Location:	Las Vegas, Nevada. Also March 17-19, 2009, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Conducted by The Marshall Institute.
Description:	You will learn to reduce maintenance costs through more efficient use of your existing work force; learn how to measure and evaluate your department's performance by craft, employee and supervisor; improve manpower forecasting and planning for current, future or back-logged jobs; and discover techniques for conforming equipment warranty claims, evaluating replacement costs and fulfilling documentation requirements.
Information:	www.marshallinstitute.com.
Feb. 12 — Webcast on the Benefits of Energy Assessments to Large Facilities.
Description:	This webcast provides an overview of Save Energy Now assessments at large facilities; the types of systems assessed, how to apply, and the value they provide companies. Conducted by the U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/490557670.
Feb. 15-16 — Root Cause Analysis seminar.
Location:	Las Vegas, Nevada. Also March 25-26 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Conducted by The Marshall Institute.
Description:	You will learn how to use RCA to reduce equipment and system failure; the different levels of RCA; how to use RCA tools and forms to reduce repair time; how to apply team and facilitation skills; how to apply the selection process to determine RCA candidates and how to apply the "Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control" process model from Six Sigma.
Information:	www.marshallinstitute.com.
Feb. 16 — Introduction to Compressed Air Systems webcast
Description:	This webcast provides an overview of the Compressed Air Challenge (CAC) Toolkit and the AIRMaster+ software tool and how these tools can be used to target opportunities for energy savings. Conducted by the U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/331088551
Feb. 18 — AFE webinar: "The Top 10 Parasites of Your Compressed Air System."
Location:	virtual.
Description:	Learn how you can identify the parasites that are robbing you of compressed air and driving up your energy costs. With an estimated $4.5 billion spent on compressed air in manufacturing annually in the U.S., eliminating these parasites can mean savings that go straight to the bottom line.
Speaker:	Jason Hall of Peterson Power.
Information:	Advance registration is required. Go to www.AFE.org. Click on Education and Training, and then on Webinars. Any Certified Plant Engineer, Certified Plant Maintenance Manager or Certified Plant Supervisor who participates in this session can earn 0.1 credit toward recertification. All current members can attend for free. Non-members are welcome; the cost to them is $99 per person, per session.
Feb. 18-20 — Establishing Meaningful Measures of Maintenance Performance workshop.
Location:	Raleigh, North Carolina. Conducted by The Marshall Institute.
Description:	You will learn how to improve maintenance through more effective measurement of its contribution to the overall mission.
Information:	www.marshallinstitute.com.
Feb. 19 — Webcast on the Benefits of Energy Assessments to Small- and Medium-Sized Facilities.
Description:	Conducted by the U.S. Dept. of Energy. DOE's university-based Industrial Assessment Centers conduct one-day assessments at smaller plants. Teams of highly-trained IAC faculty and engineering students apply the same DOE software tools and technical resources to identify key savings opportunities throughout the plant. This webcast will cover potential energy cost savings, improvements to energy use efficiency, and a brief overview of available tools and resources
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/939636424.
Feb. 20 — Tampa Bay Engineering Banquet (Engineers Week)
Location:	The Tampa Bay Grand Hyatt 2900 Bayport Drive Tampa, Florida
Description:	Engineers of Florida's West Coast, Family and Friends
Information:	http://afe.org/events/tampa_eng_banquet.pdf.
Feb. 23-27 — The Original Environmental Bootcamp.
Location:	Scottsdale, Arizona
Description:	Topics covered include: environmental law; the Clean Water Act; Clean Air Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know; transportation of hazardous materials; Toxic Substances Control Act; storage tank management; an introduction to the Environmental Management System; and environmental training requirements. Conducted by The Aarcher Institute of Environmental Training LLC.
Information:	http://www.aarcherinstitute.com
Feb. 25-27 — China International Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Expo.
Location:	Beijing
Description:	Theme: "Reducing Building Energy Consumption, Promoting Energy Saving and Pollution Reduction."
Information:	http://www.cihe-hvac.com
Feb. 26 — Quick PEP Tool Demonstration and Results webcast.
Description:	The U.S. Dept. of Energy's Quick Plant Energy Profiler, or Quick PEP, is an online software tool that helps industrial plant personnel quickly understand how energy is being used at their plant and how they might save energy and money. Quick PEP helps users quickly diagnose the energy situation in their plant. The tool: gives an overview of the energy that a plant purchases and the major systems that consume energy; provides a report that shows the user where the largest opportunities are for energy and cost savings; and provides a broad list of potential next steps to begin realizing energy and cost savings. This webcast will give an overview of the tool and its benefits, as well as a demonstration of the tool in use.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/517936252
MARCH, 2009
Mar. 3 — Fundamentals of Compressed Air (Level 1) workshop.
Location:	Irwindale, California.
Description:	Find out how a compressed air system works and the benefits of optimal compressed air system performance. This initial class demonstrates how to compute the current cost of your plant's compressed air systems, how to measure and create a baseline of system performance, and how to determine the impact of different compressor control types. Learn basic approaches for cutting costs; identify steps for proper system operation, maintenance, and point-of-use accountability; and tailor a compressed air system management action plan for your plant. Sponsored by Southern California Edison, the California Energy Commission, the Compressed Air Challenge and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Adriana Chavez at (626) 812-7536 or adriana.chavez@sce.com.
Mar. 3 — Introduction to the Pumping System Assessment Tool webcast
Description:	This webcast provides an overview of the U.S. Dept. of Energy's Pumping System Assessment Tool (PSAT) and how it can be used to target opportunities for energy savings.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/254626640.
Mar. 3-5 — Achieving Total Process Reliability through TPM seminar.
Location:	Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Conducted by The Marshall Institute.
Description:	You will learn how to implement TPM in existing facilities, large and small, union or non-union; how TPM/TPR complements and supports your lean and Six Sigma efforts; why autonomous maintenance is not enough; the importance of assessing the current systems to determine where to start with TPM/TPR; the critical importance of internal champions, and total involvement and support at all levels in the organization; how to combine "quick wins" with improved systems to achieve long-term, sustainable change; how to establish small groups and Equipment Improvement Teams (EITs); the difference between "chronic loss" and "sporadic loss"; why auditing is a critical component of a successful TPM/TPR process; and how to use the TPM/TPR Implementation Model to embed and sustain the changes, leading to a successful, sustainable TPM/TPR effort.
Information:	www.marshallinstitute.com.
Mar. 5 — Fan Systems Assessment workshop.
Location:	Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Description:	This workshop introduces the U.S. Dept. of Energy's Fan System Assessment Tool (FSAT), which helps users to quantify potential benefits of configuring fan systems for optimal performance, calculate how much energy a fan system is using, and determine how efficiently the system is operating. The workshop also examines fan system performance characteristics and the practical issues involved in field measurement of fluid and electrical data.
Information:	Carmen Chico at (505) 241-4404 or carmen.chico@pnm.com.
Mar. 6 — Introduction to the Process Heating Assessment and Survey Tool webcast.
Description:	This webcast provides an overview of the U.S. Dept. of Energy's PHAST and how it can be used to target opportunities for energy savings.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/983325005.
Mar. 9-12 — Power Test 2009 Electrical Safety and Maintenance Conference
Location:	San Antonio, Texas
Description:	Conference tracks (safety, reliability and equipment), interactive panel sessions (70E, safety, cables and transformers). interactive symposium, keynote speaker and trade show. Conducted by the InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA).
Information:	http://www.powertest.org
Mar. 9-13 — The Original Environmental Bootcamp
Location:	New Orleans, Louisiana
Description:	Topics covered include: environmental law; the Clean Water Act; Clean Air Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know; transportation of hazardous materials; Toxic Substances Control Act; storage tank management; an introduction to the Environmental Management System; and environmental training requirements. Conducted by The Aarcher Institute of Environmental Training LLC.
Information:	http://www.aarcherinstitute.com
Mar. 10 — Motor Systems Management workshop.
Location:	San Diego, California
Description:	This workshop covers motor systems management including applications, inventory tracking, maintenance, replacement decisions, repair, and the impact and maintenance of power quality. A rigorous overview shows how the MotorMaster+ software can form the structure and reduce the work of motor systems management and motor systems decisions. Sponsored by San Diego Gas & Electric, the California Energy Commission and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Yvonne Moreno at (858) 654-3589 or ymoreno@semprautilities.com.
Mar. 10-12 — National Facilities Management & Technology Expo.
Location:	Baltimore, Maryland.
Description:	100 free sessions in 12 tracks, exhibit hall, other activities.
Information:	www.nfmt.com.
Mar. 10-13 — AIRMaster+ Specialist Qualification workshop.
Location:	San Francisco, California.
Description:	This U.S. Dept. of Energy workshop has been developed to qualify industry professionals on the use of the AIRMaster+ software tool developed by DOE in cooperation with the Compressed Air Challenge. Sponsored by Pacific Gas & Electric Co., the California Energy Commission, the Compressed Air Challenge and DOE.
Information:	Cheryl Boswell-Barnes at (209) 932-2500 or cjb9@pge.com.
Mar. 11 — Motor Systems Management workshop.
Location:	Downey, California.
Description:	This workshop covers motor systems management including applications, inventory tracking, maintenance, replacement decisions, repair, and the impact and maintenance of power quality. A rigorous overview shows how the MotorMaster+ software can form the structure and reduce the work of motor systems management and motor systems decisions. Sponsored by Southern California Gas, the California Energy Commission and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Larry Bennett at (562) 803-7570 or lbennett@semprautilities.com.
Mar. 16-20 — AFE Certified Plant Maintenance Manager course.
Location:	Indianapolis, Indiana.
Description:	Course participants will become proficient in preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, work flow-planning and scheduling, computerized maintenance, investment returns and Total Productive Management. Upon successful completion of a 200-question exam, they will earn the prestigious CPMM credential. Eligibility requirements are current employment as a maintenance professional and two years of experience. To apply online visit https://www.afe.org/certification/cpmm_applic.cfm.
Information:	Katrina McEwan at (703) 234-4123 or KMcEwan@AFE.org.
Mar. 17-19 — Effective Planning and Scheduling for Today's Maintenance seminar.
Location:	Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Conducted by The Marshall Institute.
Description:	You will learn to reduce maintenance costs through more efficient use of your existing work force; learn how to measure and evaluate your department's performance by craft, employee and supervisor; improve manpower forecasting and planning for current, future or back-logged jobs; and discover techniques for conforming equipment warranty claims, evaluating replacement costs and fulfilling documentation requirements.
Information:	www.marshallinstitute.com.
Mar. 17-20 — Reliability Training workshop
Location:	Dallas, Texas.
Description:	The Timken Co. is hosting reliability training workshops to educate engineers, distributors and maintenance managers on how to gain higher levels of uptime and performance. The workshops will include courses on reliability-centered maintenance, vibration analysis, bearing maintenance fundamentals and predictive maintenance.
Information:	http://www.timken.com/workshops.
Mar. 18 — Pumping Systems Assessment workshop.
Location:	Tempe, Arizona.
Description:	This workshop discusses performance problems encountered in everyday applications. It covers practical issues involved in field measurements of fluid and electrical data and presents the Pump System Assessment Tool used to assess the performance of pump systems. Sponsored by the Salt River Project and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Jim Marquardt at (602) 236-4474 or jim.marquardt@srpnet.com.
Mar. 23-26 — The Reliability Centered Maintenance Managers' Forum.
Location:	Daytona Beach, Florida.
Description:	RCM-focused learning sessions and networking opportunities. Conducted by reliabilityweb.com and Uptime magazine.
Information:	www.maintenanceconference.com.
Mar. 24 — Fundamentals of Compressed Air (Level 1) workshop
Location:	Omaha, Nebraska.
Description:	Find out how a compressed air system works and the benefits of optimal compressed air system performance. This initial class demonstrates how to compute the current cost of your plant's compressed air systems, how to measure and create a baseline of system performance, and how to determine the impact of different compressor control types. Learn basic approaches for cutting costs; identify steps for proper system operation, maintenance, and point-of-use accountability; and tailor a compressed air system management action plan for your plant. Sponsored by Hughes Machinery Co., Omaha Pubic Power District, Atlas Copco Compressor, Draw Professional Services, the Compressed Air Challenge and the U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Dennis Tribbie at (402) 571-5004 or tribbie@hughesmachinery.com
Mar. 24-26 — Implementing Preventive/Predictive Maintenance class.
Location:	Louisville, Kentucky. Conducted by The Marshall Institute.
Description:	Preventive and predictive maintenance techniques provide data that define servicing and inspection periods so that maintenance departments can determine, in advance, when equipment should be shut down for overhaul. Statistics are proving that these programs, properly implemented, can minimize equipment and system breakdowns, resulting in a major reduction in total maintenance and operation costs. This class will teach you everything you need to understand and implement these money-saving techniques.
Information:	www.marshallinstitute.com.
Mar. 25 — Motor Systems Assessment workshop.
Location:	Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.
Description:	This workshop covers motor systems management including applications, inventory tracking, maintenance, replacement decisions, repair, and the impact and maintenance of power quality. A rigorous overview shows how the MotorMaster+ software can form the structure and reduce the work of motor systems management and motor systems decisions. Sponsored by SEDA-COG Energy Resource Center, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection - Office of Energy and Technology Development and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Jessica Scott at (570) 524-4491 or jscott@seda-cog.org.
Mar. 25-26 — Advanced Management of Compressed Air (Level 2) workshop
Location:	Omaha, Nebraska.
Description:	This advanced course in compressed air system management teaches you to develop a system profile and address point-of-use issues. In addition, you will learn how to implement a compressed air system maintenance program, determine different compressor control strategies, align the supply-side to demand-side operation, and gain an understanding of the value of heat recovery. Participants will also gain knowledge on how to successfully present project proposals to management. Sponsored by Hughes Machinery Co., Omaha Public Power District, Atlas Copco Compressors, Draw Professional Services, the Compressed Air Challenge and the U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Dennis Tribbie at (402) 571-5004 or tribbie@hughesmachinery.com.
Mar. 25-26 — Root Cause Analysis seminar.
Location:	Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Conducted by The Marshall Institute.
Description:	You will learn how to use RCA to reduce equipment and system failure; the different levels of RCA; how to use RCA tools and forms to reduce repair time; how to apply team and facilitation skills; how to apply the selection process to determine RCA candidates and how to apply the "Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control" process model from Six Sigma.
Information:	www.marshallinstitute.com.
APRIL, 2009
Apr. 1-2 — Sustainable Building Expo/West.
Location:	Anaheim, California.
Who should attend:	Anyone involved in management or operations of buildings/facilities in the commercial, industrial, hospitality, municipal, manufacturing or institutional sectors.
Information:	www.sustainableexpos.com.
Apr. 3 — Introduction to the Pumping System Assessment Tool.
Description:	This webcast provides an overview of the U.S. Dept. of Energy's PSAT and how it can be used to target opportunities for energy savings.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/316322142.
Apr. 5-9 — National School Plant Management Association annual conference and trade show.
Location:	Atlantic City, New Jersey
Description:	AFE Certified Plant Maintenance Manager and Certified Plant Supervisor one-day review programs and exams to be offered as part of the event. NSPMA breakout workshop topics include guns in schools, gangs, carpet; activities include tours of historic sites in Philadelphia, fishing and golf.
Information:	http://www.nspma.org.
Apr. 6-10 — The Original Environmental Bootcamp.
Location:	Columbus, Ohio
Description:	Topics covered include: environmental law; the Clean Water Act; Clean Air Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know; transportation of hazardous materials; Toxic Substances Control Act; storage tank management; an introduction to the Environmental Management System; and environmental training requirements. Conducted by The Aarcher Institute of Environmental Training LLC.
Information:	http://www.aarcherinstitute.com.
Apr. 7 — Fundamentals of Compressed Air (Level 1) workshop.
Location:	Sacramento, California
Description:	Find out how a compressed air system works and the benefits of optimal compressed air system performance. This initial class demonstrates how to compute the current cost of your plant's compressed air systems, how to measure and create a baseline of system performance, and how to determine the impact of different compressor control types. Learn basic approaches for cutting costs; identify steps for proper system operation, maintenance, and point-of-use accountability; and tailor a compressed air system management action plan for your plant. Sponsored by the Sacramento Municipal Utility District, California Energy Commission, Compressed Air Challenge and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Paul Gillaspy at (916) 732-5375 or pgillas@smud.org.
Apr. 10 — Introduction to the Process Heating Assessment and Survey Tool webcast.
Description:	This webcast provides an overview of the U.S. Dept. of Energy's PHAST and how it can be used to target opportunities for energy savings.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/628011855.
Apr. 13 — Introduction to Compressed Air Systems webcast.
Description:	U.S. Dept. of Energy webcast provides an overview of the Compressed Air Challenge Toolkit and the AIRMaster+ software tool and how these tools can be used to target opportunities for energy savings.
Registration:	https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/189078840.
Apr. 15 — Fundamentals of Compressed Air (Level 1) workshop.
Location:	Joplin, Missouri.
Description:	: Find out how a compressed air system works and the benefits of optimal compressed air system performance. This initial class demonstrates how to compute the current cost of your plant's compressed air systems, how to measure and create a baseline of system performance, and how to determine the impact of different compressor control types. Learn basic approaches for cutting costs; identify steps for proper system operation, maintenance, and point-of-use accountability; and tailor a compressed air system management action plan for your plant. Sponsored by Hughes Machinery Co., the Alliance for Business Education, Atlas Copco Compressor, Missouri Southern State University, the Compressed Air Challenge and the U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Nancy Kenney at (417) 455-5402 or kenny-n@mssu.edu.
MAY, 2009
May 6-7 — Colorado Sustainable Building Expo & Conference.
Location:	Denver, Colorado.
Description:	Seminars designed to help you stay current in your industry.
Who should attend	Anyone interested in the sustainability of your building or helping to make your building green; including: facility managers, facility engineers, building owners, property managers, corporate real estate executives, architects, interior designers, landscape architects, space planners, construction project managers, developers and commercial real estate brokers.
Information:	www.sustainableexpos.com.
May 11-15 — The Original Environmental Bootcamp.
Location:	San Antonio, Texas.
Description:	Topics covered include: environmental law; the Clean Water Act; Clean Air Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know; transportation of hazardous materials; Toxic Substances Control Act; storage tank management; an introduction to the Environmental Management System; and environmental training requirements. Conducted by The Aarcher Institute of Environmental Training LLC.
Information:	http://www.aarcherinstitute.com
May 14 — Motor Systems Management workshop.
Location:	Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Description:	This workshop covers motor systems management including applications, inventory tracking, maintenance, replacement decisions, repair, and the impact and maintenance of power quality. A rigorous overview shows how the MotorMaster+ software can form the structure and reduce the work of motor systems management and motor systems decisions. Sponsored by PNM and the U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Carmen Chico at (505) 241-4404 or carmen.chico@pnm.com.
May 18-22 — Reliability Training workshop.
Location:	Greenville, South Carolina.
Description:	The Timken Co. is hosting reliability training workshops to educate engineers, distributors and maintenance managers on how to gain higher levels of uptime and performance. The workshops will include courses on reliability-centered maintenance, vibration analysis, bearing maintenance fundamentals and predictive maintenance.
Information:	http://www.timken.com/workshops.
May 27-28 — Advanced Management of Compressed Air (Level 2) workshop.
Location:	Sacramento, California.
Description:	Learn what data and tools are necessary to measure and assess the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of a compressed air system. This advanced course in compressed air system management teaches you to develop a system profile and address point-of-use issues, including determining actual air quality requirements, investigating and reducing highest point-of-use pressure requirements, and addressing high-volume intermittent applications. In addition, you will learn how to implement a compressed air system maintenance program, determine different compressor control strategies, align the supply-side to demand-side operation, and gain an understanding of the value of heat recovery. Participants will also gain knowledge on how to successfully present project proposals to management. Sponsored by the Sacramento Municipal Utility District, California Energy Commission, Compressed Air Challenge and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Paul Gillaspy at (916) 732-5375 or pgillas@smud.org.
JUNE, 2009
Jun. 3-4 — Bay Area Sustainable Building Expo & Conference.
Location:	Santa Clara, California.
Description:	Seminars designed to help you stay current in your industry.
Who should attend:	Anyone interested in the sustainability of your building or helping to make your building green; including: facility managers, facility engineers, building owners, property managers, corporate real estate executives, architects, interior designers, landscape architects, space planners, construction project managers, developers and commercial real estate brokers.
Information:	www.sustainableexpos.com.
Jun. 16-19 — Air & Waste Management Association annual conference and exhibition.
Location:	Detroit, Michigan.
Information:	www.awma.org.
Jun. 16-19 — The TFM Show.
Location:	Indianapolis, Indiana.
Description:	Conference program, networking opportunities and an exhibit hall. Co-located with CONSTRUCT2009.
Information:	www.thetfmshow.com.
Jun. 23-27 — The Original Environmental Bootcamp.
Location:	Hilton Head, South Carolina.
Description:	Topics covered include: environmental law; the Clean Water Act; Clean Air Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know; transportation of hazardous materials; Toxic Substances Control Act; storage tank management; an introduction to the Environmental Management System; and environmental training requirements. Conducted by The Aarcher Institute of Environmental Training LLC.
Information:	http://www.aarcherinstitute.com.
JULY, 2009
July 23 — Pumping Systems Assessment workshop.
Location:	Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Description:	This workshop discusses performance problems encountered in everyday applications. The workshop covers practical issues involved in field measurements of fluid and electrical data and presents the U.S. Dept. of Energy's Pump System Assessment Tool used to assess the performance of pump systems. Sponsored by PNM and the U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Carmen Chico at (505) 241-4404 or carmen.chico@pnm.com.
July 27-31 — The Original Environmental Bootcamp.
Location:	Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Description:	Topics covered include: environmental law; the Clean Water Act; Clean Air Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know; transportation of hazardous materials; Toxic Substances Control Act; storage tank management; an introduction to the Environmental Management System; and environmental training requirements. Conducted by The Aarcher Institute of Environmental Training LLC.
Information:	http://www.aarcherinstitute.com.
AUGUST, 2009
August 24-28 — The Original Environmental Bootcamp.
Location:	Williamsburg, Virginia.
Description:	Topics covered include: environmental law; the Clean Water Act; Clean Air Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know; transportation of hazardous materials; Toxic Substances Control Act; storage tank management; an introduction to the Environmental Management System; and environmental training requirements. Conducted by The Aarcher Institute of Environmental Training LLC.
Information:	http://www.aarcherinstitute.com.
SEPTEMBER, 2009
Sept. 1 — Motor Systems Management workshop.
Location:	Sacramento, California.
Description:	This workshop covers motor systems management including applications, inventory tracking, maintenance, replacement decisions, repair, and the impact and maintenance of power quality. A rigorous overview shows how the MotorMaster+ software can form the structure and reduce the work of motor systems management and motor systems decisions. Sponsored by the Sacramento Municipal Utility District, California Energy Commission and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Paul Gillaspy at (916) 732-5375 or pgillas@smud.org.
Sept. 2 — Fan Systems Assessment workshop
Location:	Sacramento, California.
Description:	This workshop introduces the Fan System Assessment Tool, which helps users to quantify potential benefits of configuring fan systems for optimal performance, calculate how much energy a fan system is using, and determine how efficiently the system is operating. The workshop also examines fan system performance characteristics and the practical issues involved in field measurement of fluid and electrical data. Sponsored by the Sacramento Municipal Utility District, California Energy Commission and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Paul Gillaspy at (916) 732-5375 or pgillas@smud.org .
Sept. 10 — Fundamentals of Compressed Air (Level 1) workshop.
Location:	Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Description:	Find out how a compressed air system works and the benefits of optimal compressed air system performance. This initial class demonstrates how to compute the current cost of your plant's compressed air systems, how to measure and create a baseline of system performance, and how to determine the impact of different compressor control types. Learn basic approaches for cutting costs; identify steps for proper system operation, maintenance, and point-of-use accountability; and tailor a compressed air system management action plan for your plant. Sponsored by PNM, the Compressed Air Challenge and the U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Carmen Chico at (505) 241-4404 or carmen.chico@pnm.com.
Sept. 14-18 — The Original Environmental Bootcamp .
Location:	Salt Lake City, Utah.
Description:	Topics covered include: environmental law; the Clean Water Act; Clean Air Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know; transportation of hazardous materials; Toxic Substances Control Act; storage tank management; an introduction to the Environmental Management System; and environmental training requirements. Conducted by The Aarcher Institute of Environmental Training LLC.
Information:	http://www.aarcherinstitute.com
Sept. 22-23 — Facility Decisions Conference & Show.
Location:	Las Vegas, Nevada. Conducted by Trade Press Publishing Corp.
Information:	www.facilitydecisions.com.
OCTOBER, 2009
Oct. 7-9 — World Workplace.
Location:	Orlando, Florida. Conducted by the International Facility Management Association.
Information:	www.worldworkplace.org/2009.
Oct. 19-23 — The Original Environmental Bootcamp
Location:	Baltimore, Maryland.
Description:	Topics covered include: environmental law; the Clean Water Act; Clean Air Act; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act; Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know; transportation of hazardous materials; Toxic Substances Control Act; storage tank management; an introduction to the Environmental Management System; and environmental training requirements. Conducted by The Aarcher Institute of Environmental Training LLC.
Information:	http://www.aarcherinstitute.com.
Oct. 29 — Pumping Systems Assessment workshop.
Location:	Sacramento, California.
Description:	This workshop discusses performance problems encountered in everyday applications. The workshop covers practical issues involved in field measurements of fluid and electrical data and presents the Pump System Assessment Tool (PSAT) used to assess the performance of pump systems. Sponsored by the Sacramento Municipal Utility District, California Energy Commission and U.S. Dept. of Energy.
Information:	Paul Gillaspy at (916) 732-5375 or pgillas@smud.org.
Oct. 29-Nov. 2 — AFE National Meeting, plus Facilities America Conference & Show.
Location:	Greenville, South Carolina.
Information:	Details to be released as they become available.
NOVEMBER, 2009
Nov. 4-5 — World Energy Engineering Congress.
Location:	Washington, D.C.
Description:	Includes multi-track conference agenda, seminars on a variety of current topics and a comprehensive exposition of new technologies. Conducted by the Association of Energy Engineers.
Information:	http://www.energycongress.com.