41ST ANNUAL
ENERGY
GENERATION CONFERENCE
PARTICIPANT BROCHURE
JANUARY
28-30, 2020 BISMARCK EVENT CENTER 315 S. 5TH STREET, BISMARCK, N.D.
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ENERGY GENERATION C O N F E R E N C E
2020 AND BEYOND: BIG CHANGES ARE ON THE HORIZON!
Welcome to the 41st Energy Generation Conference! For four decades, the annual Energy Generation Conference has been the premier regional forum for engaging and connecting with your peers in the energy industry in North Dakota and surrounding states. We’ve grown into a conference to be proud of -- bringing 300+ vendors and as many as 2,000 participants, students and guests from across the country together every January. For this year’s conference, the EGC committee focused on what’s next in energy and for this event. Stay tuned for a major announcement during the conference that ties to our newly adopted mission to “energize industry and individuals in a competitive market through education, technology, and networking”. We’ve got two keynote presenters this year. On Wednesday and Thursday morning you’ll hear from Kyle Maynard, a true inspiration. Kyle’s “No Excuses” presentation will delve into how he overcame the obstacles he was born with and became a successful speaker, athlete and mountaineer. Both days will close with keynote sessions from José Pires, who will present “Energy Disruption: How Great People and Organizations Innovate in Times of Rapid Change”. You don’t want to miss José – not only will we again give away travel package worth $2,000 each day, he’ll be sharing some very exciting news about the future of the EGC.
In addition to the keynotes, each day will also feature a variety of breakout sessions where you’ll learn about trends in industry and valuable tips you can take back to your work site. Also, don’t forget to stop in the exhibit hall and visit with our vendors, representing over 34 states and several Canadian provinces. As usual, our Exhibitor Showcase Social on Tuesday night is your first opportunity to see what our vendors have to offer for 2020. It’s the only time the exhibit hall is open to the public, so invite your family! And, don’t forget Casino Night on Wednesday at the Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center. It’s always a great crowd and a good time! Thank you for joining us at the 41st annual EGC this January! We can’t wait to connect and share what’s coming next. It’s going to be epic!
Kelly Cozby 2020 EGC Chair Basin Electric Power Cooperative
KEYNOTE SESSION: EXHIBIT HALL A NO EXCUSES
8:15 am – 9:30 am Wednesday, January 29 and Thursday, January 30, 2020 Kyle Maynard will inspire you to challenge yourself and will remind you that there are no worthy excuses. No matter how challenging your difficulties may seem, we each possess the ability to overcome them; Kyle shows you how.
Kyle Maynard
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Born with a rare condition known as congenital amputation, that left him with arms that end at the elbows and legs that end near his knees, he learned early on to live life independently, knowing that exceptions wouldn’t be made for him. He has lived his life striving to do more, learn more, push harder, go further – and to inspire others to do the same by sharing his story and living by example.
His accomplishments as an athlete, and now mountaineer, speak for themselves. Kyle has learned many valuable lessons through training and sports, wins and defeats, scrambling and summiting. Each of us face a challenge or an obstacle, and Kyle shows others that they’re capable of persevering and achieving greatness in their lives as well, even if that means sometimes failing along the way. “Know your limits, but never stop trying to break them.”
2020 EGC REGISTRATION DETAILS CONFERENCE COST The registration fee includes materials, breaks, lunch, the Exhibitor Showcase Social on Tuesday and Casino Night on Wednesday evening. • Pre-registration fee: $50 per day – Friday, November 1, 2019 – Friday, January 17, 2020 – We strongly encourage all companies to have participants registered by January 17, 2020 – Substitutions can be made through Friday, January 17, 2020 • Onsite registration fee: $100 for a single day, $150 for two days – Monday, January 20, 2020 - Thursday, January 30, 2020
REGISTRATION DETAILS – REGISTRATION IS ONLINE ONLY Please note: We are part of the North Dakota University System, so many of the terms used on the registration site refer to “student.” This term encompasses vendors, exhibitors, companies and participants as well.
CANCELLATION POLICY There will be a $25 per person processing fee for cancellations received by Friday, January 17, 2020. Cancellations after this date or during the conference will not be refunded. Substitutions or name changes can also be made through Friday, January 17, 2020.
To guide you through this new process, step-by-step instructions will be available on the EGC website egcnd.com. Instructions are available on: • How to create your student profile • How to register for the Energy Generation Conference and Pre-Conference Sessions
EXHIBITOR SHOWCASE SOCIAL/CASINO NIGHT Be sure to join us for the Exhibitor Showcase Social at the Event Center Exhibit Hall on Tuesday, January 28, 2020, from 4:30 to 6 pm. Then, get ready to “wheel-and-deal” the evening away at the popular Casino Night held at the Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center from 7:00 to 10:30 pm on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. Great door prizes and hors d’oeuvres make Casino Night a must attend!
If you have any questions, please call our office at 701-224-5600 or 877-846-9387.
You will be required to create a student account. You will use this account anytime you wish to register for a BSC coordinated event in the future. If you have registered with us before and cannot remember your username, call 701224-5600 (1-877-846-9387) and our staff would be happy to help you! If you know your username but not your password, click Forgot Your Password?
AFTERNOON KEYNOTE ENERGY DISRUPTION: HOW GREAT PEOPLE AND ORGANIZATIONS INNOVATE IN TIMES OF RAPID CHANGE Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm, Exhibit Hall A In a fast-changing world, how do you build a culture where extraordinary innovation becomes ordinary? A culture that lasts and consistently delivers exponential leaders, growth and value creation. The key ingredients to innovation acceleration are not what you see portrayed most often in the media. Great, enduring organizations know what it really takes to create and, most importantly, scale innovation.
We will explore how exponential technologies and new market forces are disrupting entire industries and professions. What the future of work looks like and how innovation and collaborative leadership skills become essential for professional development and growth. This high energy session will engage the audience in powerful collaborative leadership principles applied to business improvement and innovation. In the “Need for Speed” challenge, participants will collaborate to innovate in real time and “make the impossible, possible.”
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2020 EGC PRE-CONFERENCE SESSIONS ELECTRICAL CHANGES TO THE 2020 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Changes to the National Electrical Codes for 2020. These include 4 new articles, changes to the GFCI and GFPE requirements, changes to labeling requirements, utilization electrical generation and distribution, photovoltaic systems, and much more. This session qualifies for 8 hours code in ND and MN. Presenter: Dr. Larren Elliot, Training Technology Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Time: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Cost: $200
ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT RELIABILITY TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES Hear from industry experts first-hand and participate in invaluable hands-on training modules utilizing new reliability technology including laser alignment, infrared, vibration (including new wireless), ultrasound, motor testing, and motion amplification. Presenter: Eric Fritz, I&E Technologies Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Time: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Fee: $150 BOILER FOCUSED ROUNDTABLE This session will have brief presentations and open discussions regarding combustion tuning, header replacement, aging fleet and other topics. Moderator: David Anderson, Xcel Energy Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Fee: $50
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THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF MOV ACTUATION This full day seminar will cover an in-depth discussion on MOV (motor operated valve) actuators, Do’s and don’ts of MOV actuation. Internal parts demo for hands-on learning of Limitorque/Rotorq type actuation. Presenter: Jason Workman, Swanson Flo Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Time: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Cost: $250
Unleashing the Power of Great People and Organizations
A full day workshop that will provide extensive leadership coverage on how to accelerate innovation, leadership develop ent, strategy execution and value creation in any organi"ation. Tuesday, January 28, 2020 8:00 am 4:30 pm Fee: 600
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EXCELLENCE & INNOVATION ACCELERATION: UNLEASHING THE POWER OF GREAT PEOPLE AND ORGANIZATIONS This full day Excellence & Innovation Acceleration workshop will provide extensive leadership coverage on how to accelerate innovation, leadership development, strategy execution and value creation in any organization. It demonstrates how innovation leaders and practitioners identify, prioritize and accelerate value creation and strategy execution initiatives in any business. You will discover how to leverage elements of venture capitalism, crowdsourcing and collaborative leadership to build a global culture of innovation that lasts. We will discuss: • A structured and disciplined approach to leadership development, business innovation and growth • How to build a culture of excellence and innovation anywhere in the world • How to identify or develop innovators and entrepreneurs in your organization • How to select, prioritize and accelerate innovation projects • Review of award-winning Excellence & Innovation mechanisms, methods and projects • Interactive exercises demonstrating powerful Excellence & Innovation concepts in action Presenter: José Pires, Global Excellence & Innovation Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Time: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Cost: $600
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION Early bird: November 1, 2019 - January 17, 2020 Onsite: January 20 - January 30, 2020 Refund Policy: There will be a $25 per person
processing fee for cancellations received before
Wednesday, January 17, 2020. Cancellations after this date or during the conference will not be refunded.
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2020 EGC CONFERENCE MATRIX WEDNESDAY MORNING SESSIONS Schedule is subject to changes
WEDNESDAY MORNING SESSIONS No Excuses Kyle Maynard 8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Keynote Speaker Exhibit Hall A Track/Room
Engineering
9:45 am -10:45 am
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Motion Amplification: Case Studies in Power Generation Jeff Hay, RDI Technologies
Unmanned Aircraft Systems: North Dakotas Next Great Economic Diversifier Matt Dunlevy, SkySkopes
Environmental Emerging Technology
ND Dept. of Environmental Quality Update David Glatt, ND Dept. of Environmental Quality ND Carbon Management Projects Panel Moderator: Mike Holmes, Lignite Energy Council/Lignite Research Council
IT/Instrumentation
DP Level & Flow - Do's and Don’ts Mike Tjemmes, Schneider Electric Foxboro & Hans Alwin, Swanson Flo
Mechanical Professional Development
Why Welds Crack Leland Vetter, Bismarck State College The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace Dot Frank, Bismarck State College
Safety
Medical Marijuana and Workplace Drug Testing and Safety Dr. Joel Blanchard, Sanford Health Lunch: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
HOTEL INFORMATION Each hotel provides on-going shuttle service to and from the airport. Allow 15 minutes for travel time. Make your reservations by calling any of these hotels. Full address and rate information is available on the conference website at egcnd.com. America’s Best Value Inn & Suites 701-223-8060 Baymont Inn & Suites 701-663-7401 Best Western Roosevelt Place Hotel 701-751-2550 Comfort Inn & Suites Mandan 701-751-7484
Comfort Suites 701-223-4009 Courtyard by Marriott 701-223-6667 Fairfield Inn & Suites North 701-223-9077 Fairfield Inn & Suites South 701-223-9293 Hampton Inn & Suites 701-751-8900
Home 2 Suites by Hilton Bismarck 701-751-3400 Mainstay Suites 701-223-1911 My Place Hotel 701-751-5080 Quality Inn 701-223-1911 Radisson Hotel Bismarck 701-255-6000
Ramada Bismarck Hotel 701-258-7000 Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center 701-258-7700 Residence Inn Bismarck North 701-258-6088 Sleep Inn & Suites 701-751-4860 Staybridge Suites 701-223-1499
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2020 EGC CONFERENCE MATRIX WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON SESSIONS
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON SESSIONS Track/Room
Electrical Emerging Technology
12:45 pm - 1:45 pm
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
Electrical Hazard Classifications - What Are They and How Do We Accommodate Them? Daniel Baker, Appleton Electric Vehicles and Their Impact on the Bulk Electric System Matt Lund, Montana-Dakota Utilities Co
Engineering
North Dakota's Future Load Growth Projection Don Kopecky, Barr Engineering Co.
Engineering
Wireless Sensor Technologies Eric Fritz, I&E Technologies, LLC Permitting Process for Class VI Injection Wells in ND Lynn Helms, NDIC & Kevin Connors, Energy & Environmental Research Center
Geological Modeling and Simulation Workflow to Estimate CO2 Storage Potential Matt Burton-Kelly, Energy & Environmental Research Center
IT/Instrumentation
Smart Positioners - Valve Diagnostics and Valve Continual Optimization Bill Johnson, Swanson Flo
Instrumentation Wireless Systems Mike Tjemmes, Schneider Electric Foxboro & Hans Alwin Swanson Flo
IT/Instrumentation
Understanding Process Gains for Technicians Scott Harris, Bismarck State College
Environmental
Mechanical
Ins and Outs of Machining Tolerances Elton Dockter, Central Machining & Pump Repair
Operations
RO Systems Normaliziation Why and What it Tells Us Tom Imbornone, Avista Technologies
Various Methods for Removing and Installing Headers Richard L. Mikut Jr., The Dothea Group, LLC
Professional Development
Sixty Miles an Hour with My Hair on Fire Robin Thorstenson, Bismarck State College & Starion Bank
General Session Exhibit Hall A
Energy Disruption: How Great People and Organizations Innovate In Times of Rapid Change JosĂŠ Pires, Global Excellence & Innovation
Session Rooms will be determined closer to the conference and updated in the conference app.
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2020 EGC CONFERENCE MATRIX THURSDAY MORNING SESSIONS Keynote Speaker
THURSDAY MORNING SESSIONS
No Excuses Kyle Maynard 8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Exhibit Hall A Track/Room
9:45 am -10:45 am
Engineering
Optimizing Performance and Reliability of Centrifugal Pumps Michael Mancini, Hydro, Inc
Engineering
Generation Performance during the 2019 Polar Vortex Kyle Leier, Great River Energy
Environmental Emerging Technology IT/Instrumentation Mechanical
ND Dept. of Environmental Quality Update David Glatt, ND Dept. of Environmental Quality ND Carbon Management Opportunities and Challenges Panel Moderator: Mike Holmes, Lignite Energy Council/Lignite Research Council DP Level & Flow - Do's and Don’ts Mike Tjemmes, Schneider Electric, Foxboro & Hans Alwin, Swanson Flo Ins and Outs of Machining Tolerances Elton Dockter, Central Machining & Pump Repair The Effects of Changing Plant Operational Modes on Boiler Water Circulation Pumps Stephen Jones, Hayward Tyler Inc.
Operations Professional Development Safety
The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace Dot Frank, Bismarck State College Medical Marijuana and Workplace Drug Testing and Safety Dr. Joel Blanchard, Sanford Health Lunch: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
2020 EGC is mobile with 1) Go to your App Store 2) Download 3) Register 4) Search for 2020 Energy Generation Conference
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11:00 am - 12:00 pm Plant Efficiency Improvements Provided Through Advanced Predictive Maintenance (PdM) Strategies Michael Mancini, Hydro, Inc
We have all of the important information for the conference right there in the palm of your hand.
2020 EGC CONFERENCE MATRIX THURSDAY AFTERNOON SESSIONS
THURSDAY AFTERNOON SESSIONS Track/Room
Electrical
12:45 pm - 1:45 pm
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
Electrical Hazard Classifications - What Are They and How Do We Accommodate Them? Daniel Baker, Appleton
Engineering
Environmental
The Storm After the Storm - Collaborating Restoration of Cricical Infrastructure Using FastTrack Methods Ryan Rayda, Barr Engineering Co. Permitting Process for Class VI Injection Wells in ND Steven Fried, NDIC and Kevin Connors, Energy & Environmental Research Center
Emerging Technology IT/Instrumentation
Smart Positioners - Valve Diagnostics and Valve Continual Optimization Bill Johnson, Swanson Flo
IT/Instrumentation
Understanding Process Gains for Technicians Scott Harris, Bismarck State College
Mechanical Operations
Geological Modeling and Simulation Workflow to Estimate CO2 Storage Potential Matt Burton-Kelly, Energy & Environmental Research Center Electric Vehicles and Their Impact on the Bulk Electric System Matt Lund, Montana-Dakota Utilities Co Instrumentation Wireless Systems Mike Tjemmes, Schneider Electric, Foxboro & Hans Alwin, Swanson Flo
Welding Mettalurgy Leland Vetter, Bismarck State College Advances in Silica Measurement Using Digital Technology Steven Smith, Endress+Hauser
Boiler Water Treatment and Condensate Polishing using Hydro-Optic UV Dechlorination Josh Fletcher, Enpro, Inc.
Professional Development
Sixty Miles an Hour with My Hair on Fire Robin Thorstenson, Bismarck State College
General Session Exhibit Hall A
Energy Disruption: How Great People and Organizations Innovate In Times of Rapid Change JosĂŠ Pires, Global Excellence & Innovation
Thank you to our confirmed Partner Sponsors for 2020!
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2020 EGC BREAKOUT SESSIONS ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL HAZARD CLASSIFICATIONS - WHAT ARE THEY AND HOW DO WE ACCOMMODATE THEM? Review of the electrical hazard classifications, including I.E. Class 1 Div 2 BCD and what each portion represents. A discussion as to the difference between explosion proof and intrinsically safe. When one may be used over another. Samples of explosion proof devices and then a discussion on the typical installations tying them to the NEC requirements. The importance of seal offs and what can potentially happen when there is a gas path through conduit to an arching and sparking source. Discussion on the importance when pressurizing a room or cabinet to declassify an area not to compromise the pressurization without a gas sniff of the area. Presenter: Daniel Baker, Appleton Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 12:45 pm - 3:15 pm
EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES ND CARBON MANAGEMENT PROJECTS This panel focuses on technology developments directed at carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS). North Dakota has an opportunity to take advantage of the commodity value of carbon dioxide and is proving to be a leader in moving technology toward commercial application. Projects that are ongoing as part of the State / Industry partnerships in the Lignite and the Oil and Gas Research Programs will be highlighted. Panelists will provide updates on technologies under consideration for carbon dioxide capture at the Milton R Young and Coal Creek power plants, the subsurface work for carbon storage being performed in the CarbonSAFE project, and the breath of work being performed under the ongoing Plains CO2 Reduction Partnership. Moderator: Mike Holmes, Lignite Energy Council / Lignite Research Council Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 Time: 9:45 am - 11:45 am
ND CARBON MANAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES This panel highlights the opportunities as well as the challenges associated with commercial application of technologies toward carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS). There can be sensitive relationships between technology, policy, economics, finance and public perception. North Dakota has led the way in all of these areas to create opportunities for commercial CCUS applications. Panelists will present on Federal and State regulations and policy, industry and state economics, oil and gas (enhanced oil recovery) and also opportunities and challenges facing the utility industry. Moderator: Mike Holmes, Lignite Energy Council / Lignite Research Council Date: Thursday, January 30, 2020 Time: 9:45 am - 11:45 am ELECTRIC VEHICLES AND THEIR IMPACT ON THE BULK ELECTRIC SYSTEM As the adoption of electric powered vehicles continue to rise, the charging requirements to power these vehicles will have a significant impact to the bulk electric power supply. This presentation will discuss the history and technology of electric vehicles, and the current and projected future impacts to the bulk electric system. Presenter: Matt Lund, Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm (Wed); 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm (Thur)
ENGINEERING MOTION AMPLIFICATION; CASE STUDIES IN POWER GENERATION Motion amplification software detects and measures subtle movement and converts that movement to a level visible with the naked eye. By turning every pixel in the camera into a sensor, the method takes millions of measurements in a fraction of a second, and it does this with no physical connection to your machinery or equipment. This allows you to quickly and easily see and communicate what is invisible to the naked eye and transition to analysis and root cause problem-solving. Case studies in the power generation industry will be highlighted demonstrating reallife mechanical and structural issues and corrective action. Presenter: Jeff Hay, RDI Technologies Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 Time: 9:45 am - 10:45 am
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2020 EGC BREAKOUT SESSIONS WIRELESS SENSOR TECHNOLOGY As technology continues to change and evolve many wireless vibration systems continue to be released, but some manufacturers have waited patiently to release their own. While some include monthly or annual fees for remote analysis, others have a one time fee. Some have overall vibration only while others have spectral/ dynamic data. In this presentation we will discuss various wireless sensor/module systems and their advantages, disadvantages, and how to determine the best fit for your applications. Presenter: Eric Fritz, I&E Technologies LLC Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 Time: 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm NORTH DAKOTA’S FUTURE LOAD GROWTH PROJECTION In early 2019 Barr completed the Power Forecast 2019 which was funded by NDIC, and estimated the new electrical energy generation required to power oil and gas production for the next 20 years. This presentation will summarize the results of that study. Additionally, the recently announced developments for petrochemicals manufacture will require additional electrical energy. This session will present estimations of those new loads for the coming decades. Presenter: Don Kopecky, Barr Engineering Co. Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 Time: 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS: NORTH DAKOTAS NEXT GREAT ECONOMIC DIVERSIFIER Unmanned Aircraft Systems are an economy unto themselves. On the homestead of North Dakota, UAS stand poised to make a dramatic impact on the state economy in the near future. One of North Dakota’s most well-known economies, that of energy, appears to be the sector UAS are best suited to serve. With increases in safety and time savings, and decreases in risk and costs, UAS are possibly being underestimated as tools in energy. This discussion aims to show where we’ve been, how North Dakota is deriving value now, and what the prominent energy sector can look forward to with UAS. Presenter: Matt Dunlevy, SkySkopes Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
OPTIMIZING PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY OF CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS The session will include provide best practices for common pump problems including suction and discharge recirculation, as well as wear ring clearances as a focal point in modern maintenance strategies. In addition, the presenter will provide an in-depth analysis on how predictive vibration analysis, realized through the advent of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and sensor technology, can optimize critical asset reliability and detect early signs of pump failure and degradation. Topics will include the Lomakin Effect, radial loads, static/dynamic bow, centerline compatibility, comparison of calculated brake horsepower, and calculation of the wear ring clearance in achieving optimum performance. Presenter: Michael Mancini, Hydro, Inc. Date: Thursday, January 30, 2020 Time: 9:45 am - 10:45 am PLANT EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS PROVIDED THROUGH ADVANCED PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE (PDM STRATEGIES) This session will discuss industry’s focus on reducing operating costs and how it has accelerated the move towards Predictive Maintenance (PdM). PdM offers significant benefits over traditional methods of run-tofailure or scheduled preventative maintenance. This strategy reduces equipment-driven downtime, increases MTBR, and eliminates emergency turnaround costs. A successful PdM strategy requires sufficient data to make the most informed decision regarding the present condition and projected useful life of equipment. With the advent of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and wireless condition monitoring strategies, a network of intelligent sensors, machine-to-machine communication, cloud-based infrastructure, and analytical applications can now turn raw data into actionable information before escalation. Presenter: Michael Mancini, Hydro, Inc. Date: Thursday, January 30, 2020 Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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THE STORM AFTER THE STORM - COLLABORATING RESTORATION OF CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE USING FAST-TRACK METHODS In the late June of 2018, a severe storm tore through McLean County causing complete failure of The Falkirk Mine’s end-of-the-line conveyor. In this joint presentation, with perspectives provided by the engineer and owner, attendees will learn how this unexpected challenge was transformed into a success story using collaborative methods and fast-track project delivery. The discussion will characterize extreme challenges presented by the situation and reveal some of the extraordinary efforts applied by the owner, customer, engineer, contractors, and suppliers to succeed in emergency response, temporary supply line establishment, forensic investigation, and reconstruction of this crucial conveyor. Presenter: Ryan Rayda, Barr Engineering Co. Date: Thursday, January 30, 2020 Time: 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm GENERATION PERFORMANCE DURING THE 2019 POLAR VORTEX During January and February of 2019, the Midwestern United States experienced a severe cold wave caused by a weakened jet stream around the Arctic polar vortex. As a result, these months were among the coldest and snowiest on record. The Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) declared several maximum generation and emergency alerts due to elevated consumer load, volatile natural gas, transmission constraints, forced outages, and intermittent renewable energy generation. Great River Energy’s response to this emergency highlights the value of a diversified generation portfolio that includes available, dispatchable, and reliable generation assets. Presenter: Kyle Leier, Great River Energy Date: Thursday, January 30, 2020 Time: 9:45 am - 10:45 am
NEW FOR 2020 Join us for the closing keynote on Thursday, January 30 as the EGC planning committee presents industry awards to area facilities for safety, operations, and mechanical excellence. Winners will be announced in the program book available onsite.
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ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGICAL MODELING AND SIMULATION WORKFLOW TO ESTIMATE CO2 STORAGE POTENTIAL Introduction to geology in ND and the potential for CO2 storage. The presenter will review some of the tools and practices used by geologists and reservoir engineers to evaluate geologic suitability for long-term CO2 storage. An overview of geologic model development is provided to explain key data requirements needed to advance a project. Description of CO2 injection simulations that may be run based on a geologic model to assess storage potential and predict performance under multiple scenarios. Presenter: Matt Burton-Kelly, Energy & Environmental Research Center Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm PERMITTING PROCESS FOR CLASS VI INJECTION WELLS IN ND North Dakota is the first state to be granted primacy over Class VI injection wells for CO2 sequestration. This session will describe the NDIC application and permitting process for Class VI wells. Information and data necessary to create a complete application will be explained along with the approval process and estimated timelines for required regulatory reviews. Presenter: Kevin Connors, Energy & Environmental Research Center and Lynn Helms, North Dakota Industrial Commission (Wednesday) and Steven Fried, North Dakota Industrial Commission (Thursday) Date: Wednesday& Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm ND DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY UPDATE In this session, an overview will be provided on the newly formed ND Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). A department representative will discuss what has changed and what has stayed the same with the transition from the Department of Health. Current updates on rules and regulations within the DEQ will also be discussed. Presenter: David Glatt, ND Dept. of Environmental Quality Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
IT/INSTRUMENTATION UNDERSTANDING PROCESS GAINS FOR TECHNICIANS Process Gain is described as how far a measured Process Variable (PV) moves to a change in Controller Output (CO). Enabling safe and effective process control, process gain is the basis for calculating Controller Gain which is the proportional tuning term associated with many forms of the PID controllers. Join this session where we will dive deeper into Process Gain! Presenter: Scott Harris, Bismarck State College Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm INSTRUMENTATION WIRELESS SYSTEMS Join us for an open discussion on the fast-changing landscape of available wireless Instrumentation opportunities and learn how to deploy these systems for success. As industrial process instrumentation communication techniques evolve toward higher tech, digital protocols, interest in wireless methods are gaining momentum and market acceptance. This session will discuss how a vast number of desired measurement points aren’t monitored at all due to cost of implementation, in addition to how the tech space is crowded with players that differ in everything from frequency range to communication, power up options, and cybersecurity performance. We will also discuss historical challenges, such as obstructions, poor mesh effectiveness, and how battery life are being addressed, plus much more. Presenter: Hans Alwin, Swanson Flo & Mike Tjemmes, Schneider Electric - Foxboro Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 2:15 - 3:15 pm DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE LEVEL & FLOW DO’S AND DON’TS It is widely considered that the “Best Tech” sensors for Industrial Instrumentation reside at the sensor design within Pressure Transmitters. This fact is supported by unprecedented accuracy, rangeability and stability statements by multiple, top-tier manufacturers. For this reason, DP Level and DP Flow techniques are currently solving the Process Industry’s most difficult applications. Join us for an open discussion covering “Best Practice” design, specification and accessory selections that yield reliable and successful performance. Caution: There will be some Math!
SMART POSITIONERS - VALVE DIAGNOSTICS AND VALVE CONTINUAL OPTIMIZATION This session will cover a wide variety of information on smart positioners, valve diagnostics and continual optimization. We will begin with smart positioners vs analog positioners and discuss diagnostics relating to them. We will also talk about on-board user interfaces, how to calibrate, tune, and monitor. In addition, we will go further into calibration, including one-touch, manual PID & gain adjustment. In addition, we will review online diagnostics (alarms, historical and environmental), the dashboard and custom configuration, off line diagnostics, flexibility and round out with questions and some hands-on tips. Presenter: Bill Johnson, Swanson Flo Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm
MECHANICAL VARIOUS METHODS FOR REMOVING AND INSTALLING HEADERS There are various ways to remove and install of headers during retrofits at power houses. We want to go over the various options whether it is by monorail, track system, or bull-rigging and the pros and cons associated to each one. We will walk-through some installations from start to finish and discuss why one way may be preferential over another. Finally, we will discuss engineering issues that can arise with each option and how they can be planned for or avoided. Presenter: Richard L. Mikut Jr., The Dothea Group, LLC Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 Time: 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm WELDING METALLURGY This session will discuss the study of metals, their compositions, composition, structure, and properties and how they behave when heated and cooled when welding. This session is essential for anyone that currently welds and will give you valuable information regarding what all welders should know. Presenter: Leland Vetter, Bismarck State College Date: Thursday, January 30, 2020 Time: 12:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Presenter: Hans Alwin, Swanson Flo & Mike Tjemmes, Schneider Electric - Foxboro Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 9:45 am - 11:45 am
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INS AND OUTS OF MACHINING TOLERANCES There are various ways to remove and install of headers during retrofits at power houses. We want to go over the various options whether it is by monorail, track system, or bull-rigging and the pros and cons associated to each one. We will walk-through some installations from start to finish and discuss why one way may be preferential over another. Finally, we will discuss engineering issues that can arise with each option and how they can be planned for or avoided. Presenter: Elton Dockter, Central Machining & Pump Repair Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm (Wed), 9:45 am - 10:45 am (Thur) WHY WELDS CRACK Learn about good maintenance welding procedures to prevent cracking using low hydrogen welding processes and preheating, followed by weld treatment. Engineers, welders and mechanics will benefit from the study of filler metals, welding processes and the introduction of metallurgy and the role each plays in weld cracking. Presenter: Leland Vetter, Bismarck State College Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 Time: 9:45 am - 12:00 pm
OPERATIONS BOILER WATER TREATMENT AND CONDENSATE POLISHING USING HYDROOPTIC UV DECHLORINATION For more than five years the Hydro-Optic™ UV water treatment technology has provided Plants with nonchemical dechlorination of reverse osmosis (RO) feed water. The technology has helped the facility to substantially minimize the use of sodium metabisulfite (SMBS) and reduce maintenance and associated costs; as well as extend RO membrane life and minimize micron filter replacement. This presentation will detail long-term membrane performance following 5 years of continuous use of the technology. Presenter: Josh Fletcher, Enpro, Inc. Date: Thursday, January 30, 2020 Time: 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm RO SYSTEMS NORMALIZIATION WHY AND WHAT IT TELLS US Examples will be provided showing various changes in normalized permeate flow and conductivity and the underlying fouling that lead to these symptoms. This will help system operators better understand what to look for in the data and how to clean the RO as a result. Presenter: Tom Imbornone, Avista Technologies Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 Time: 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm THE EFFECTS OF CHANGING PLANT OPERATIONAL MODES ON BOILER WATER CIRCULATION PUMPS With the increasing trend of fossil power plants changing their operational mode from base load to a cycling/load following demand it is important that plant personnel understand the impact on the equipment. This allows them to better plan for maintenance to ultimately help meet the flexibility demanded.
JOIN US FOR CASINO NIGHT Wednesday, January 29, 2020 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center
Presenter: Stephen Jones, Hayward Tyler Inc. Date: Thursday, January 30, 2020 Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ADVANCES IN SILICA MEASUREMENT USING DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY Monitoring silica for water quality purposes in power plants is critical to plant efficiency, to ensure process safety, to minimize maintenance and to protect capitalintensive systems such as boiler tubes or turbines. This presentation will demonstrate how digital technology is changing water quality analysis and specifically in silica analysis. Presenter: Steven Smith, Endress+Hauser Date: Thursday, January 30, 2020 Time: 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT THE 5 LANGUAGES OF APPRECIATION IN THE WORKPLACE The key to enjoying your work is whether you feel valued and appreciated by those around you. Learn how to communicate authentic appreciation in the ways meaningful to your coworkers. Presenter: Dot Frank, Bismarck State College Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 9:45 am - 10:45 am SIXTY MILES AN HOUR WITH MY HAIR ON FIRE Do you feel like your life is out of control sometimes, trying to balance work, home, hobbies and family? In this session, you will hear from a self-professed workaholic. Leave with tips, techniques, and a new mindset that will help you stress less, even when running with your hair on fire.
GRAND PRIZE PACKAGE BACK FOR 2020!
(FOR REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS ONLY) To be eligible for this package, registered participants must pick up a punch card at the main registration desk or their company booth. Each card will feature sponsors - participants must get their card punched by all sponsors on the card and turn completed cards in to the registration desk by 2 pm daily. The prize will be given away during the closing session, “Energy Disruption.” There will be one prize given away Wednesday and one Thursday.
Presenter: Robin Thorstenson, Bismarck State College Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm
SAFETY MEDICAL MARIJUANA AND WORKPLACE DRUG TESTING AND SAFETY Medical marijuana is now available in North Dakota. Dr. Blanchard will review the medical effects of marijuana, the various laws which govern the use of marijuana, and how this impacts workplace safety and workplace drug testing policies. Presenter: Dr. Joel Blanchard, Sanford Health Date: Wednesday and Thursday, January 29 and 30, 2020 Time: 9:45 am - 11:45 am
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CONFERENCE SPONSORS Thank you to our confirmed Partner Sponsors for 2020!
Thank you to our confirmed Grand Prize Sponsors for 2020!
Thank you to our confirmed Supporting Sponsors for 2020! Barr Engineering Co - Minneapolis CEMTEK KVB-Enertec ESCO Tool Fougner Eng Sales, Inc. GPM, Inc. Graycor Industrial Constructors, Inc. Kirst Engineering Co. L&S Electric, Inc. Malloy Electric PowerQuip Siemens Energy Swanson Flo
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Amec Foster Wheeler’s Global Power Group-Denver CEMTEK KVB-Enertec Duncan Company EAPC Industrial Services Hadek Protective Systems Honeywell Process Solutions-UT Industrial Sales Solutions, LLC Kalenborn Abresist Corporation Kelly Klosure Systems National Electric Coil Plattco Corporation PowerQuip Relevant Solutions Richwood R-S Matco, LLC R-V Industries, Inc. S.T. Cotter Turbine Services, Inc. Stanley Consultants, Inc. Sulzer Pump Services (US) Inc. Swanson Flo Whertec, Inc.
CONFIRMED EXHIBITORS FOR 2020 (Early Registrations)
Abrasives Incorporated Acme Tools Acrotech Services, Inc. Action Battery Wholesalers, Inc. Acuren ADK GreenTech, LLC Advanced Process Solutions AirTek Construction, Inc. Allied Valve Inc.-ND Amec Foster Wheeler’s Global Power Group-Denver American Pulverizer Company Automation Service Avista Technologies AZCO, Inc. Babcock & Wilcox Company Babcock Power Inc.-MA Barr Engineering Co. Bay West, LLC Benetech Bently Nevada Bilfinger Westcon Inc. Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDC Border States Electric Borsheim Crane Service Braun Intertec-Bismarck Brock Services, LLC Buhler Technologies Burns & McDonnell C. Emery Nelson, Inc. C.L. Smith Industrial Company Case RMC CEMTEK KVB-Enertec Central Machining & Pump Repair, Inc. ChemTreat, Inc. Clyde Bergemann Power Group Combustion Technologies, LLC Control Analytics, Inc. Curtiss-Wright EST Group Day & Zimmermann-PA DistributionNOW Dowco Valve Company Duechting Pumps North America Duncan Company DustMASTER Enviro Systems Dykman Electrical Dynamic Ratings EAPC Industrial Services Edelmann & Associates, Inc. Electric Scientific Company Elliott Tool Technologies Emerson Process Management-PA EnerSys Battery Engineered Pump Services, Inc. Engineered Sales Co. Enpro, Inc.
Enviro-Dyne Industrial Services Environmental Plant Services Environmental Services, Ltd. Envirosystems USA ESCO Tool EthosEnergy Fagen, Inc FCX Performance-MN FLEXCO Flowmark/Hightech Filters Frezenlit Inc. Fusion Babbitting Co., Inc. Gagnon, Inc. GE Grid Solutions GE Power Services Gecko Robotics Global Bolting Technologies, Inc. Good Earth Tools GPM, Inc. Graphite Metallizing Corp Graycor Industrial Constructors Inc. Great Plains Technical Services Greenbank Group USA Hach Company Hadek Protective Systems Harger Lightning & Grounding Hayward Baker, Inc. Hayward Tyler Inc. High Temperature Technologies Hilco Filtration HM Cragg Honeywell Process Solutions-UT Hotsy Equipment Company Hupp Electric Motors Hydro, Inc. HydroChemPSC I & E Technologies, LLC Industrial Contractors, Inc. Industrial Equipment & Parts Industrial Lubricant Co. Industrial Sales Solutions, LLC Industrial Sealing & Lubrication, Inc. Integrated Global Services International Union of Operating Engineers and North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters Interstate BearingSystems-ND Intrepid Industries Inc. IRISNDT IVC Technologies Jasper Engineering John Crane Kalenborn Abresist Corporation
Kaydon Custom Filtration Kelly Klosure Systems Kennametal Kestrel Engineering Group, Inc. Kiewit Kirst Engineering Co. L&S Electric, Inc. Lakeland Engineering Equipment Co. Lignite Energy Council LJUNGSTROM | ARVOS Luff Industries M&C TechGroup North America Mactech, Inc. Malloy Electric MAP General Mechanical Contractors, Inc. Mechanical and Ceramic Solutions, Inc. Mechanical Dynamics & Analysis, Ltd. Mechanical Systems, Inc. Megger Mellema Engineering Michels Corporation Microdyn-Nadir Midland Tool & Supply Midwest Cooling Towers Midwest Valve Services Miller Mechanical Specialties Minnesota Valley Testing Laboratories, Inc. Molecular Repair Concepts, Inc. Montana Seals & Packing Moorhead Machinery & Boiler Co. Motion Industries National Electric Coil NECO Industrial New Vision Security Systems North Point Financial Planners Northern Crane & Rail Services Northwest Industrial Supply, Inc. Novaspect-IL Paragon Airheater Technologies, Inc. Pearson-Arnold Technologies Plant Equipment, Inc. Plattco Corporation POWER Engineers Power Process Equipment, Inc. Power Services Group PowerQuip Precision Pulley & Idler Pro-Tech Power Sales, Inc. Protection & Control Solutions, LLC PS Industries Incorporated
PSI Engineering, LLC PTS Power Purolite Corporation-PA Qualitrol-Iris Power Rachel Contracting, Inc. Rain for Rent Rapat Corporation R-CON NDT RDI Technologies Relevant Solutions ResinTech, Inc Richwood RMS Energy LLC RMS TriTec Rocky Mtn. Breaker Services, Inc. RPM & Associates, Inc. R-S Matco, LLC R-V Industries, Inc. S.T. Cotter Turbine Services, Inc. Safway Services, LLC-ND SAS Global Corporation SHALLCO Inc SICK, Inc. Siemens Energy Simtronics Corporation Southern Environmental, Inc. Specialty Sling Company Spider SPX Hydraulic Technologies Stanley Consultants, Inc. Stone & Webster/ Westinghouse Structural Technologies Sulzer Pump Services (US) Inc. Swagelok North Dakota Swanson Flo Team Torque Inc TeamPro Engineering & Equipment, Inc. Teledyne Monitor Labs TerraSource Global The Dothea Group, LLC The Plum Company Thermal Energy Products, Inc. TLT-Turbo, Inc. Tnemec Company Inc Townley Engineering & Manufacturing Trantech Radiator Products, Inc. TRUE Breaker Services Twin City Clarage, LLP UE Compression United Conveyor Corporation United Rentals-ND US Coating Applicators Vallen Distribution, Inc. Victaulic Wabtec Corporation Whertec, Inc. Winn-Marion Barber, LLC Worley-ND
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2020 EGC PLANNING COMMITTEE
David Allard.....................................................................Lignite Energy Council Brandi Beach....................................................................................... GPM, Inc. Russ Bosch..................................................................Basin-Leland Olds Station Wes Braun......................................................... Bismarck State College - NECE Bailee Bulman................................................................. Bismarck State College Steve Burke............................. North American Coal - Falkirk Mining Company Pamela Clark-Stein....................................................... ND Association of REC’s Kelly Cozby (2020 Chair)....................................Basin Electric Power - Bismarck Kelly Dolbec (2021 Chair)................................ Ottertail Power – Coyote Station Adam Dunlop (2022 Chair)...................................................Midwest Ag Energy Bruce Emmil...................................................... Bismarck State College - NECE Guy Guidinger................................... North American Coal - Coteau Properties Sue Gustafson.................................................................. Bilfinger Westcon Inc. Bryon Hoag.......................................................................Border States Electric Josh Hocker...................................................... Great River Energy - Coal Creek Ted Hoepfner................................... Minnkota Power - Milton R. Young Station Bob Johnson.................................................... Great River Energy - Coal Creek Troy Karlberg.................................... Minnkota Power - Milton R. Young Station Curt Latendresse...........................................Central Machining & Pump Repair Matt Lund...................................................................................MDU Resources Mike Wamboldt............................. Marathon Petroleum Corporation - Mandan Ben Gress..................................................Great River Energy – Stanton Station Dan Pillar................................................................Dakota Gasification - Beulah Craig Schmidt.................................................................................. Swanson Flo Todd Schock................................ Marathon Petroleum Corporation - Dickinson Bruce Schumaker................................................ Great Plains Technical Services Kristin Wilson..........................................................................ND Safety Council Alison Zarr...................................................................... Bismarck State College
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2020 SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2020 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Pre-Conference Sessions
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Exhibitor Registration and Setup
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Exhibitor Social (open to the public)
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2020 (registered participants only)
7:15 am
Check-in and On-site Registration
7:15 am - 8:00 am
Exhibitor Showcase Open (closed during General Session)
7:15 am - 8:30 am
Breakfast
9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Exhibitor Showcase Open
8:00 am - 9:30 am
General Session and Keynote Speaker
9:45 am - 12:00 pm
Professional Development Sessions
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Networking Lunch Provided (Exhibit Hall)
12:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Professional Development Sessions
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
General Session & Grand Prize Drawing
7:00 - 10:30 pm
Casino Night (Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 30, 2020 (registered participants only)
7:15 am
Check-in and On-site Registration
7:15 am - 8:00 am
Exhibitor Showcase Open (closed during General Session)
7:15 am - 8:30 am
Breakfast
9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Exhibitor Showcase Open
8:00 am - 9:30 am
General Session and Keynote Speaker
9:45 am - 12:00 pm
Professional Development Sessions
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Networking Lunch Provided (Exhibit Hall)
12:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Professional Development Sessions
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Closing Keynote, Grand Prize Drawing & Conference Awards
All times are CDST
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