Education & Workshops: RETHINK 2023 Supplier Expo

Following are the educational opportunities offered in conjunction with RETHINK 2023.
There are several time blocks offered throughout the afternoon. You may select one class per time block. Sign up during the Registration process. Get started by clicking HERE.

EDUCATION TIME BLOCK 1
1:30 – 2:30 PM

Vendor: Rockwell Automation/Turtle
Title: FactoryTalk Design Hub & ThinManager Pinpoint
Presenter: Mohamed Singer
Description: In this session, we will review the new FactoryTalk offering which includes Design Studio, Twin Studio, FactoryTalk Optix, Vault, and Remote Access.
CEU: No

Vendor: ECSP-100 (Bussmann)
Title: Safety Basics: Arc Flash and Hazard Awareness
Presenter: John Nakahara, DCA #596
Description: Electrical workers will be trained on electrical safety and awareness, regulations, electrical hazards, and how to properly follow arc flash warning label information. Led but a certified engineer, our training options are ideal for maintenance staff, machine operators, electricians, supervisors, and facility staff.
CEU: Yes (1 credit)

Vendor: ABB
Title: Grid to Charger
Presenter: Matthew Young
Description: How can the Electrical Contractor win in the EV space? Learn what’s driving EV adoption, why this trend is accelerating, how EV charging will transform the electrical market, and where to look for revenue opportunities. We’ll explore these topics as well as what to consider for the right electrical equipment and safely connecting it to the grid. Attendees will explore EV market drivers, multiple charging applications, and increased electrification opportunities that meet the EV demands over time. This session will also help attendees understand the considerations for grid-to-charger electrical distribution systems, charger type, power levels, equipment needs, energy storage concerns, and more.
CEU: No

Vendor: I-Pro/Turtle Technology Services
Title: Zero Trust/Cybersecurity
Presenters: Jake Horta, Will Knehr, Ron Lillman, Emrah Peduk
Description: During this course, we will discuss cybersecurity best practices for security systems and discuss the relationship between technology manufacturers, integrators, end customers, and security consultants.
CEU: No

Vendor: Eaton Corporation
Title: NYC Local Laws for Energy Efficiency & Dept of Buildings Update
Presenter: Ken Swanson
Description: Overview and discussion about new Local Laws 87, 88, and 97 and their impact on Electrical Construction Review of new NYCDOB Plan Review Process with the elimination of NYC Advisory Board Brief discussion on upcoming changes to NYC Electrical Code.
CEU: No

EDUCATION TIME BLOCK 1A
1:30 - 3:30 PM

Vendor: ESCP 101 (Crouse Hinds)
Title: NEC Hazardous and Adverse Areas (course code TEC-23-0975NEC)
Presenter: John Kwiecinski, Instructor #462
Description: During this 2-hour session which offers 2-CEU Credits, students will learn all that is needed to know regarding NEC Hazardous and Adverse areas. This includes the NEC requirements, wiring methods, equipment design, installation procedures and any recent or upcoming updates to NEC.
CEU: Yes (2 credits)

EDUCATION TIME BLOCK 2
2:30 - 3:30 PM

Vendor: Rockwell Automation/Turtle & Hughes
Title: Micro 800 Family Capability Enhancements & Flex HA5000
Presenters: Anthony Vu & Casey Klewicki
Description: The new enhancements to the Micro 850e and 870e including the ability to do remote I/O will be reviewed. Also covered will be the new Flex 5000HA I/O line.
CEU: No

Vendor: Harger
Title: Lightning Protection System Design
Presenters: Chris Forrest & Dave Silvester
Description: Seven topics will be covered, starting with exactly what is lightning and lightning protection. The basics of lightning protection will be discussed as well as maintenance of that system. Codes and standards will be referenced and designing lightning protection systems to meet these standards. At the end of this presentation, you will be able to:

Define lightning and lightning protection
Compare the applicable standards for lightning protection
Describe lightning protection design basics
Understand the inspections and maintenance of LP systems

CEU: Yes (1 credit)

Vendor: ABB/T&B
Title: Grounding and Bonding
Presenter: Bill Mauriello
Description: In this IACET CEU credited class covering Grounding and Bonding, participants will learn the differences between grounding and bonding, how to do both properly, and learn what factors affect a proper ground. We will also provide an overview of product solutions to your grounding and bonding challenges.
CEU: Yes (credit 1)

Vendor: Eaton
Title: Overview of Secondary Unit Substations
Presenter: Brendan Butler
Description: This course will serve as an introduction to secondary unit substations, including substation components, design principals and some basic sizing & layouts.
CEU: Yes (PDH-1)

Vendor: ABB
Title: A Mission to Zero: One Facilitiy's Journey to Achieve Carbon Neutrality
Presenter: Brian J. Nelson
Description: ABB is committed to shaping the future of industry, cities, and energy. We have put our decades of experience in electrification and pioneering digital technologies into practice to create a real-life, zero emission facility. Join us in this session to learn about how we are implementing our Mission to Zero; a journey to achieve carbon neutrality across all operations by 2030. In this case study, we will dive into one plant’s quest to achieve carbon neutrality using energy data collection, monitoring, and analysis to support the implementation of energy conservation measures. Broad topics such as energy storage, solar, digitalization and EV charging are all considered as ABB’s Senatobia, Mississippi manufacturing plant transforms for the low carbon future. We hope this showcase will inspire utility, commercial and industrial customers to start their own mission to zero.
CEU Credits: No

Vendor: Turtle Technology Services
Title: Cyber Risk
Presenters: David Magee & Jake Horta
Description: This class is covering the Cyber Risk management and responsibilities. The goal is to educate executive leadership and ownership on the need to support and develop appropriate Cyber Risk strategies and partnerships. We will discuss the concepts of where risks come from, how to identify and manage risks, and the power of Partnership in developing this support.
CEU: No

EDUCATION TIME BLOCK 3
3:30 - 4:30 PM

Vendor: Rockwell Automation/Turtle & Hughes
Title: Motion & Drive Update
Presenter: Bachir Bakkour
Description: In this course, we will discuss the Rockwell productivity tool Motion Analyzer and the Armor PowerFlex product line.
CEU: No

Vendor: Bussmann
Title: Selective Coordination of Overcurrent Devices
Presenter: John Nakahara, DCA #596
Description: Our seminar for consulting engineers, contractors, and inspectors is focused on proven overcurrent protection principles, based on the latest NEC.
CEU: Yes (1 credit)

Vendor: ABB/T&B
Title: Grounding and Bonding
Presenter: Bill Mauriello
Description: In this IACET CEU credited class covering Grounding and Bonding, participants will learn the differences between grounding and bonding, how to do both properly, and learn what factors affect a proper ground. We will also provide an overview of product solutions to your grounding and bonding challenges.
CEU: Yes (1 credit)

Vendor: Turtle & Hughes Energy Department & DNV Energy
Title: NJ Midstream LED Lighting Instant Discount Programs
Presenters: Gabe Ferrari & Gerard Miller
Description: In this course, we will discuss the Midstream instant discount
programs available in NJ for LED lighting upgrades offered by PSE&G and JCP&L.
See how Turtle & Hughes can assist as an authorized distributor for these programs.
CEU: No

EDUCATION TIME BLOCK 4
4:30 - 5:30 PM

Vendor: Rockwell Automation/Turtle & Hughes
Title: IC Product Migration & Futures
Presenters: Casey Klewicki & Ray Potenta
Description: There have been a number of changes in the Rockwell contractor line. In this discussion, we will review the E100, 140MT, and 100-E product offerings.
CEU: No

Vendor: Harger
Title: Lightning Protection System Design
Presenter: Chris Forrest & Dave Silvester
Description: Seven topics will be covered, starting with exactly what is lightning and lightning protection. The basics of lightning protection will be discussed as well as maintenance of that system. Codes and standards will be referenced and designing lightning protection systems to meet these standards. At the end of this presentation, you will be able to:

Define lightning and lightning protection
Compare the applicable standards for lightning protection
Describe lightning protection design basics
Understand the inspections and maintenance of LP systems

CEU: Yes (1 credit)

Vendor: ABB/T&B
Title: Corrosion Resistance
Presenter: Michael Martin
Description: Corrosion resistance is an ABB specialty. We help you avoid unreliable connections, costly downtime and equipment issues with products engineered to repel water, caustic chemicals and other causes of corrosion. In this session, you will learn about which class of products to utilize in corrosive environments.
CEU: Yes (1 credit)

Vendor: Eaton
Title: Overview of Secondary Unit Substations
Presenter: Brendan Butler
Description: This course will serve as an introduction to secondary unit substations, including substation components, design principles and some basic sizing & layouts.
CEU: Yes (PDH – 1)

Vendor: ABB
Title: A Mission to Zero: One Facility’s Journey to Achieve Carbon Neutrality
Presenter: Brian Nelson
Description: While many discuss the steps needed to combat the ever-increasing consequences of climate change, at ABB, we are committed to shaping the future of industry, cities, and energy, today. We have put our decades of experience in electrification and pioneering digital technologies into practice to create a real-life, zero emission facility. Join us in this session to learn about how we are implementing our Mission to Zero, a journey to achieve carbon neutrality across all operations by 2030. In this case study, we will dive into one plant’s quest to achieve carbon neutrality using energy data collection, monitoring, and analysis to support the implementation of energy conservation measures. Broad topics such as energy storage, solar, digitalization and EV charging are all considered as ABB’s Senatobia, Mississippi manufacturing plant transforms for the low carbon future. We hope this showcase will inspire utility, commercial and industrial customers to start their own mission to zero.
CEU: No

Vendor: Turtle Technology Services
Title: Cyber Risk
Presenters: David Magee & Jake Horta
Description: This class is covering the Cyber Risk management and responsibilities. The goal is to educate executive leadership and ownership on the need to support and develop appropriate Cyber Risk strategies and partnerships. We will discuss the concepts of where risks come from, how to identify and manage risks, and the power of Partnership in developing this support.
CEU: No

EDUCATION TIME BLOCK 4A
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

EDUCATION TIME BLOCK 5
5:30 – 6:30 PM

Vendor: Rockwell Automation/Turtle & Hughes
Title: The Services Journey
Presenters: Jim Barrall, Jen Kloetzli, and William Nieves
Description: The ASP, IBE, and Network Assessment and Security programs will be reviewed. Also covered during the session will be our automation service offerings such as Champ, Drive start-up, ISA, and training and e-learning.
CEU: No

Vendor: Harger
Title Safety Basics: Lightning Protection System Design
Presenter: Chris Forrest & Dave Silvester
Description: Seven topics will be covered, starting with exactly what is lightning and lightning protection. The basics of lightning protection will be discussed as well as maintenance of that system. Codes and standards will be referenced and designing lightning protection systems to meet these standards. At the end of this presentation, you will be able to:

Define lightning and lightning protection
Compare the applicable standards for lightning protection Describe lightning protection design basics
Understand the inspections and maintenance of LP systems

CEU: Yes (1 credit)

Vendor: I-Pro
Title: AI integration for Smart Buildings
Presenters: Will Knehr, Ron Lillman & Emrah Peduk
Description: The session aims to provide attendees with insights into the practical uses of AI in various industries with i-PRO’s deep-learning AI technology.
CEU: No

Vendor: Rockwell Automation
Title: Demystifying Digital Transformation for Industrial Applications
Presenter: Andres Gomez
Description: From IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) to AR/VR (Augmented and Virtual Reality), Cloud, Digital Twins, AI/ML (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning), and more - This presentation aims to demystify the notion of digital transformation and demonstrate its practical applications and benefits.
CEU: Yes (1-PDH credit)