Learning Lounge
Reserve a seat in the Learning Lounge — a casual, collaborative learning environment hosted by industry experts who will help you gain new perspective, and solutions for your business challenges. The Learning Lounge will host a series of intimate sessions designed for the meaningful exchange of information between buyers and sellers. These interactions are available to help you get the answers you need and prepare for what comes next . Registration is required.
Learning Lounge Presentations
#1 – Booth: 1545
#2 – Booth: 3352
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
10:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
Learning Lounge #1
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Cloud Technology: Driving Design & Manufacturing Improvements
Patrick Fetterman, Vice President of Products, Plex Systems
This discussion will address how the Cloud system’s delivery approach supports improved operational performance. The underlying approach used by leading enterprises that operate their IT systems using the Cloud system will be outlined. The benefits in terms of efficiencies, cost savings, and maximization of resources will be explored using real-life examples from managing new programs at the design stage, plant-floor production, and top-floor management.
Learning Lounge #2
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Excessive Cutter Run Out
Justin London, Sales, Briney Tooling Systems
The presenter will identify excessive cutter run out and discuss solutions to the problem.
Learning Lounge #1
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
How to Measure & Compensate the 3D Volumetric Positioning Error of CNC Machining Centers
Charles Wang, President, Optodyne
Twenty years ago the largest machine tool positioning errors were lead screw pitch error and thermal expansion error. Today, the largest machine tool positioning errors are squareness and straightness errors together with thermal expansion and distortion. 3D volumetric positioning errors, measuring efficiently using LDDM, compensating positioning errors and examples of CNC machining centers will be discussed.
Learning Lounge #2
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
PCD: Only the Beginning in Diamond Tipped Tools
Duane Drape, National Sales Manager, Horn USA
Learn how the use of a variety of different types of diamond tipped tools such as PCD, CVD-D, and MCD can increase productivity and improve surface quality on non-ferrous materials.
Learning Lounge #1
12:30-1:15 p.m.
3D Direct Modeling in Manufacturing
Steve Costello, Vice President of Sales, SpaceClaim Corporation
Participate in this Learning Lounge to find out how 3D Direct Modeling is changing the way manufacturer’s work in 3D. 3D Direct Modeling enables manufacturing engineers to work with any CAD data to edit and prepare models for manufacturing greatly saving wasted time in CAD. Older history-based CAD systems can slow down the process of getting parts out the door. 3D Direct Modeling repairs problematic geometry and creates tool path-ready models with ease without the hassles and complexities of traditional CAD.
Learning Lounge #2
12:30-1:15 p.m.
CAD/CAM Automation: From Orders to Parts
Marc Bissell, Senior Applications Engineer, CAMWorks Geometric
Discover how CAD/CAM integration and automation can help you reduce design time by 95%, reduce CNC programming time by more than 75%, reduce scrap and rework by 20%, and reduce your overall lead time by more than 85%.
Learning Lounge #1
1:30-2:15 p.m.
SaaS-Based ERP Empowering Manufacturers
Chad Meyer, Director of Product Marketing, Epicor Software Corporation
More and more, job shops and small manufacturers are enjoying the benefits of having their enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution delivered in the Software as a Service (SaaS) model. Reduced cost of ownership, significantly decreased IT complexity, and increased industry-specific functionality are just some of the many benefits that SaaS ERP brings to manufacturers like you. Learn how a SaaS-based ERP solution can help you transform your operations, increase profitability and maximize your opportunity for success.
Learning Lounge #2
1:30-2:15 p.m.
Increase Productivity by Optimizing Coolants, Oils, Lubricants & Solvents
Mike Forest, Metalworking Director, QualiChem Inc.
With advances in machine tool technology, the need for increased productivity, profitability, and aggressive competition from lower-wage countries, optimizing coolants, oils, lubricants and solvents is often an overlooked step in continuous improvement. This can be a tremendous opportunity for cost savings and productivity gain. Discussion topics include: applications/metallurgies where soluble oils or full synthetic fluids are advantageous, advantages and disadvantages of straight oils vs. water-dilutable fluids, defining lube oil specifications, and complying with Southern California’s new air quality legislation.
Learning Lounge #1
2:30-3:15 p.m.
Plastic Materials & Design Considerations
Dr. Keith Hechtel, DBA, Director of Business Development, Curbell Plastics, Inc.
This session is intended to provide engineers with the basics of plastic material selection and plastic part design. A number of new plastic materials that offer quality improvements and cost savings compared with traditional plastics will be introduced. Discussion topics include: the material selection process, tribological (bearing and wear) properties of plastics, thermal properties of plastics, creep and permanent set properties of plastics, plastic design pitfalls relative to part geometry, and new plastic materials.
Learning Lounge #2
2:30-3:15 p.m.
Rapid Shop Floor Inspection
Ron Branch, Product Manager, Verisurf Software
This discussion will address the process of bringing inspection to the parts rather than the parts to inspection as it adheres to lean manufacturing principles and eliminates wasted movement.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Learning Lounge #1
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Increase Productivity by Optimizing Coolants, Oils, Lubricants & Solvents
Mike Forest, Metalworking Director, QualiChem, Inc.
With advances in machine tool technology, the need for increased productivity, profitability, and aggressive competition from lower-wage countries, optimizing coolants, oils, lubricants and solvents is often an overlooked step in continuous improvement. This can be a tremendous opportunity for cost savings and productivity gain. Discussion topics include: applications/metallurgies where soluble oils or full synthetic fluids are advantageous, advantages and disadvantages of straight oils vs. water-dilutable fluids, defining lube oil specifications, and complying with Southern California’s new air quality legislation.
Learning Lounge #2
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Milling Toolpath Technology
Doug Nemeth, Corporate Sales Manager, Mastercam/CNC Software, Inc.
This presentation will demonstrate how dynamic milling toolpath technology can help boost productivity and save time and money.
Learning Lounge #1
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Rapid Shop Floor Inspection
Ron Branch, Product Manager, Verisurf Software
This discussion will address the process of bringing inspection to the parts rather than the parts to inspection as it adheres to lean manufacturing principles and eliminates wasted movement.
Learning Lounge #2
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
SaaS-Based ERP Empowering Manufacturers
Chad Meyer, Director of Product Marketing, Epicor Software Corporation
More and more, job shops and small manufacturers are enjoying the benefits of having their enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution delivered in the Software as a Service (SaaS) model. Reduced cost of ownership, significantly decreased IT complexity, and increased industry-specific functionality are just some of the many benefits that SaaS ERP brings to manufacturers like you. Learn how a SaaS-based ERP solution can help you transform your operations, increase profitability and maximize your opportunity for success.
Learning Lounge #1
12:30-1:15 p.m.
PCD: Only the Beginning in Diamond Tipped Tools
Duane Drape, National Sales Manager, Horn USA
Learn how the use of a variety of different types of diamond tipped tools such as PCD, CVD-D, and MCD can increase productivity and improve surface quality on non-ferrous materials.
Learning Lounge #2
12:30-1:15 p.m.
Plastic Materials & Design Considerations
Dr. Keith Hechtel, DBA, Director of Business Development, Curbell Plastics, Inc.
This session is intended to provide engineers with the basics of plastic material selection and plastic part design. A number of new plastic materials that offer quality improvements and cost savings compared with traditional plastics will be introduced. Discussion topics include: the material selection process, tribological (bearing and wear) properties of plastics, thermal properties of plastics, creep and permanent set properties of plastics, plastic design pitfalls relative to part geometry, and new plastic materials.
Learning Lounge #1
1:30-2:15 p.m.
Abrasive Waterjets and Conventional Manufacturing Technology
Laird Parry, Senior Applications Engineer, OMAX Corporation
Participants will gain an understanding of how abrasive waterjets fit with other machining processes and how to use it to your advantage.
Learning Lounge #2
1:30-2:15 p.m.
3D Direct Modeling in Manufacturing
Steve Costello, Vice President of Sales, SpaceClaim Corporation
Participate in this Learning Lounge to find out how 3D Direct Modeling is changing the way manufacturer’s work in 3D. 3D Direct Modeling enables manufacturing engineers to work with any CAD data to edit and prepare models for manufacturing greatly saving wasted time in CAD. Older history-based CAD systems can slow down the process of getting parts out the door. 3D Direct Modeling repairs problematic geometry and creates tool path-ready models with ease without the hassles and complexities of traditional CAD.
Learning Lounge #1
2:30-3:15 p.m.
CAD/CAM Automation: From Orders to Parts
Marc Bissell, Senior Applications Engineer, CAMWorks Geometric
Discover how CAD/CAM integration and automation can help you reduce design time by 95%, reduce CNC programming time by more than 75%, reduce scrap and rework by 20%, and reduce your overall lead time by more than 85%!
Learning Lounge #2
2:30-3:15 p.m.
Cloud Technology: Driving Design & Manufacturing Improvements
Patrick Fetterman, Vice President of Products, Plex Systems
This discussion will address how the Cloud system’s delivery approach supports improved operational performance. The underlying approach used by leading enterprises that operate their IT systems using the Cloud system will be outlined. The benefits in terms of efficiencies, cost savings, and maximization of resources will be explored using real-life examples from managing new programs at the design stage, plant-floor production, and top-floor management.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Learning Lounge #1
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Milling Toolpath Technology
Doug Nemeth, Corporate Sales Manager, Mastercam/CNC Software, Inc.
This presentation will demonstrate how dynamic milling toolpath technology can help boost productivity and save time and money.
Learning Lounge #2
10:30-11:15 a.m.
Abrasive Waterjets and Conventional Manufacturing Technology
Laird Parry, Senior Applications Engineer, OMAX Corporation
Participants will gain an understanding of how abrasive waterjets fit with other machining processes and how to use it to your advantage.
Learning Lounge #1
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Latest Advances in Waterjet Technology
Jonathan Meas, Flow International Corporation
Current and future applications of waterjet technology will be discussed and the benefits for the manufacturing industry explored.
Learning Lounge #2
11:30-12:15 a.m.
How to Measure & Compensate the 3D Volumetric Positioning Error of CNC Machining Centers
Charles Wang, President, Optodyne
Twenty years ago the largest machine tool positioning errors were lead screw pitch error and thermal expansion error. Today, the largest machine tool positioning errors are squareness and straightness errors together with thermal expansion and distortion. 3D volumetric positioning errors, measuring efficiently using LDDM, compensating positioning errors and examples of CNC machining centers will be discussed.
Learning Lounge #1
12:30-1:15 p.m.
Excessive Cutter Run Out
Justin London, Sales, Briney Tooling Systems
The presenter will identify excessive cutter run out and discuss solutions to the problem.