2021 GP-FM EDUCATION FORUM

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2021 GP-FM EDUCATION FORUM SCHEDULE
Please Note: Schedule is Subject to Change.

9:00am - 10:00am

Room A
LED Lighting and COVID-19. Is this REAL or Not?
E. W. Dovel, Divisional Vice President, VP Public Sector; Orion Energy Systems, Inc.
COVID-19 created massive disruptions across the world and facilities managers now face many new challenges within their buildings. LED lighting presents some real pathways to safely operating buildings in a COVID world. This seminar will detail the technology and discuss the misinformation around UV lighting.

Room B
Your Snow Removal RFP Process
Jason Ostrander, VP of Marketing & Operations; Sauers Ice and Snow Management
“SNOW” can cause pain and anxiety in various ways when managing commercial properties and working with contractors. In this seminar Mike will share his industry insight on RFP Best Practices, Pricing Structures, and Risk Management for you to get ahead of the roadblocks of having a “Worry-Free” Winter!

Room C
Maintenance Shows of America and GP-FM 2021 are proud to welcome…
Delaware Valley School Facilities Managers Association
Meeting hosted by: Kenneth C. Morris PCSBS, ProFM, President; Delaware Valley School Facility Manager's Association
This meeting is open to all Delaware Valley School Facility Managers Association members & guests.

10:15am - 11:15am

Room A
Tangible Ways You Can Reduce Energy Costs While Meeting Sustainability Objectives
Ron Appleton, Senior Energy Advisor; Usource
How you buy and manage your company's energy can significantly impact your bottom line. In this seminar we'll discuss real ways you can leverage renewable energy and fund energy efficiency projects to meet sustainability goals and maximize energy supply purchases.

Room B
Increasing Machinery Reliability Using Hands-On Training
Frank Rowe, Manager; Maintenance Troubleshooting International
Did you know that small changes in machinery repair can spell the difference between a 2-year life to a 16-year life in rotating equipment? If you maintain pumps, fans, blowers, gear boxes, or compressors in your job or manage people that do, this seminar will show you how to increase the rotational life of those machines with a hands-on learning approach. Certain common components are shared by many machines and understanding how to assemble and install these components properly can be learned best with a hands-on training approach. Teach your people or yourself the small details that make machines last longer and reduce downtime by learning by doing. Hands-on training works, but what does it cost and is it worth the effort? Learn why.

Room C
Lifting and Leveling Concrete with Polyurethane Injections instead of Mud Jacking
David Hamilton, Commercial Business Development; BQ Concrete & Basement Systems
Mud Jacking and Polyurethane Injections are two of the most common concrete repair methods in use today. Both have the similar purpose of repairing and leveling old or damaged concrete. Attendees at this seminar will learn about the advantages of using polyurethane products (like Polylevel) which can be injected into concrete using a hole as small as 5/8”. This seminar will discuss how the proper application of polyurethane levelers can stabilize soil, fill voids, accurately lift & level concrete and can last longer than mud jacking. We will also discuss how polyurethane leveling can be clean, fast, lightweight, environmentally friendly, noninvasive and economical; as well as warrantied by the manufacturer!

11:30am - 12:30pm

Room A
Legionella Risk Management, Water Management Programs
Timothy Keeler, President; ProAsys and Tyler Bononno, Area Manager; ProAsys
This seminar will provide information on regulations and standards regard Legionella risk management in building water systems (i.e. ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 188 and Water Management Plans).

Room B
PECO Ways to Save on Efficiency Improvements in Your Facility
Anna Shugoll, Energy Efficiency Account Manager: PECO Energy Efficiency Solutions for Your Business
Looking for ways to save money on improving the efficiency of your facility? PECO offers financial incentives for prescriptive and custom upgrades to lighting, HVAC, motors and drives, compressed air and refrigeration equipment. Learn how the PECO team can assist with identifying opportunities for energy and cost savings in your operations and applying for incentives.

Room C
The Latest in High Performance Polymer Repair Technology
Kevin Fisher, Manager; ENECON USA
This seminar will discuss the latest technological advancements in high performance composite technology. The seminar will also examine how these advancements can improve permanent repairs to concrete, pipes, pumps, cooling towers, air handlers, floors, chillers, boilers and much more using high performance composite technology

12:45pm - 1:45pm

Room A
Overcoming The Skilled Workforce Shortage: Building a Dream Facilities Team
Pamela Dincher, Program Manager, Commercial Programs; Clean Energy Center at Penn College
Are you feeling the pain of the skilled trades labor shortage? You’re not alone. Reports show that roughly 90% of employers across all industry sectors struggle to find qualified candidates for trades positions. This session will explore three essential components of a winning recruitment and retention strategy for facilities positions.

GP-FM Education Seminars are sponsored by AFE and all GP-FM
sessions earn 0.1 CEU through AFE's Continuing Edu. Program.

Please Note: Schedule is Subject to Change.

QUALITY EDUCATION TO HELP YOU MAINTAIN YOUR PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

For over thirty years AFE's Certification Programs have been the standard for an ever-evolving industry. Today, AFE manages and maintains three certification programs: Certified Plant Engineer (CPE), Certified Professional Supervisor (CPS) and Certified Professional Maintenance Manager (CPMM).

At the 2021 GP-FM Show and Education Forum, ALL SHOW ATTENDEES will find quality education that can EARN CEU CREDITS. Credits that can help you achieve and maintain your important (AFE and other) professional certifications.

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