At the recent IMTS Winter Economic Update webinar, AMT Chief Knowledge Officer Pat McGibbon discussed how the economic indicators for the energy and power industry are trending upward: Industrial Production Index is at 91.3 percent and Capacity Utilization is at 82.5 percent. Micron Technology, Kinder Morgan and DTE Energy all have notable building projects at $1 billion and above.
With the energy and power sector expanding, you’ll want to make sure you visit HOUSTEX, February 26-28, 2019, at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas.
Co-produced by AMT and SME, HOUSTEX is an interactive experience, dedicated to showcasing advanced technologies and processes to help manufacturers innovate and create industry transformation.
While interacting with the latest manufacturing technology on the sold-out show floor, visitors also have access to keynote and technical presentations, workshops, and networking events. Manufacturers will find solutions in automation, smart manufacturing, additive manufacturing, blockchain technologies, waste reduction and workforce development from industry specialists and peer panels. Featured speakers and highlights include:
Mikhail Gladkikh, the Additive Manufacturing Supply Chain Leader for Baker Hughes, will share how Baker Hughes, a GE company, is transforming the oil patch with 3D printing. Gladkikh will survey the oil and gas industry and highlight a case study on the benefits of additive manufacturing and how it is being exploited to produce functional, production parts used in downhole applications. Gladkikh will close with the future opportunities for additive manufacturing in the oil and gas industry.
Matt Tyler, President/CEO of Red Rabbit Automation & CEO of Vickers Engineering, and Corey Carolla, Vice President – Corporate Development at Red Rabbit Automation, will take you on The Factory Automation Journey – sharing their insights on how to get started in automation. The duo will cover Vickers Engineering’s journey with automation, as well as how it changed their culture and spring boarded growth. They will also showcase Red Rabbit’s approach to modular automation and how it is suited for those wanting to begin.
Additionally, SME’s Additive Manufacturing Seminar Series, a co-located event with separate registration, offer exclusive access to industry leaders and experts who are implementing AM in their business operations. Seminars include:
Implementation of Metals AM into New Markets
Maturation of Advanced Manufacturing for Low-Cost Sustainment (MAMLS)
Metal Additive Manufacturing Myths: The Truth About Powder Reuse and its Effect on Mechanical Properties
Applications of Additive Manufacturing in Military Simulators Design
Improving Quality & Reliability for Oilfield Services Products via Additive
Visit HOUSTEXonline.com for more information and to receive a complimentary registration.
