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Events
May 2013
| Date/Time: | 5/21/2013, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Location: | Spencer - Clay County Event Center |
| Notes: | Innovation is a key to success in manufacturing and business today. Find out how innovation is driving sustainable success in local manufacturers and how CIRAS and Corn Belt Power can assist you in implementing new innovative processes, developing new markets and products, and minimizing waste streams in your business. |
| Date/Time: | 5/21/2013 - 5/24/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | Clarion Inn 2101 4th St SW Mason City, IA |
| Notes: | The 30 hour class establishes a foundation for the company safety program. Locate and apply OSHA safety and health standards, policies, and procedures Utilize OSHA standards and regulations to supplement an on-going safety and health program Identify common violations of OSHA standards and propose abatement actions Describe appropriate abatement procedures for selected safety hazards Conduct internal training on OSHA regulations |
| Date/Time: | 5/21/2013 - 5/22/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | Clarion Inn 2101 4th St SW Mason City, IA |
| Notes: | The 10 hour class is designed for people at the entry level that are responsible for supervision, management, safety, and the company's employees. The curriculum also serves as a thorough refresher course on OSHA regulations. |
| Date/Time: | 5/22/2013 - 5/23/2013, 7:30 AM - 3:15 PM |
| Location: | iWireless Center, Moline, Illinois |
| Notes: | The symposium theme for 2013 is "Developing Partnerships for Success". 6th Midwest Small Business Government Contracting Symposium objective include: •Two-day interchange for senior government and industry leadership to better understand future Arsenal Island business opportunities. •Military, DoD Civilian, and Industry Participation. •Networking Opportunities. •Matchmaking Opporunities. •Annual Rock Island Arsenal Welcome Club Charity Golf Outing precedes symposium. |
| Date/Time: | 5/23/2013, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM |
| Location: | Webinar |
| Notes: | Two Additive Manufacturing (AM) Equipment Manufacturers, EOS and ExOne, will discuss how their machines are designed for industrial applications. They'll present on types of applications and industries that are already using AM and specifications for final product including materials, dimensions, repeatability, mechanical properties, build strategies and so forth. Webinar Link Password: Additivem@n1 Meeting Number: 736 268 559 Contact: Clara Asmail clara.asmail@nist.gov |
Navigating the Rules and Tools Associated with Labor Laws
| Date/Time: | 5/28/2013, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Location: | West Pottawattamie County Extension Office 1705 McPherson Ave Suite 200 Council, Bluffs, IA 51503 |
| Notes: | Companies discover introduction to various labor laws, gain an overview of compliance issues and enforcment proceudres and learn how the labor laws in FAR Part 22 may apply to contracts. See flyer for more details and for registration information. Session is free to attend. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER, CONTACT: Gordon Bonnes 712-308-2229 gbonnes@iastate.edu |
Debriefings and Protests: Learn from Winning or Losing Bids
| Date/Time: | 5/28/2013, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Location: | West Pottawattamie County Extension Office, 1705 McPherson Ave Suite 200, Council Bluffs, IA 51503 |
| Notes: | Companies will learn about information available to them after bid submission and how to leverage that information to improve their company's win rate. Learn more about debriefings and the protest process. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER, CONTACT: Gordon Bonnes 712-308-2229 gbonnes@iastate.edu |
| Date/Time: | 5/28/2013, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Location: | West Pottawattamie County Extension Office, 1705 McPherson Ave Suite 200 Council Bluffs, IA 51503 |
| Notes: | Companies will get an overview of the electronic invoicing and payment system known as WAWF, learn tips and tricks to ensure their documents are submitted correctly for prompt payment. See flyer for more details on the event and for information on how to register for this free workshop. |
| Date/Time: | 5/29/2013, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Location: | 2701 SE Convenience Blvd Suite 13 Ankeny, IA 50021 |
| Notes: | Companies will get an overview of the electronic invoicing and payment system known as WAWF, learn tips and tricks to ensure their documents are submitted correctly for prompt payment. See flyer for more details on the event and for information on how to register for this free workshop. |
Navigating the Rules and Tools Associated with Labor Laws
| Date/Time: | 5/29/2013, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Location: | 2701 SE Convenience Blvd Suite 13 Ankeny, IA 50021 |
| Notes: | Companies discover introduction to various labor laws, gain an overview of compliance issues and enforcment proceudres and learn how the labor laws in FAR Part 22 may apply to contracts. See flyer for more details and for registration information. Session is free to attend. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER, CONTACT: Pam Russenberger 515-509-7814 plrussen@iastate.edu |
Debriefings and Protests: Learn from Winning or Losing Bids
| Date/Time: | 5/29/2013, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Location: | 2701 SE Convenience Blvd Suite 13 Ankeny, IA 50021 |
| Notes: | Companies will learn about information available to them after bid submission and how to leverage that information to improve their company's win rate. Learn more about debriefings and the protest process. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER, CONTACT: Pam Russenberger 515-509-7814 plrussen@iastate.edu |
Debriefings and Protests: Learn from Winning or Losing Bids
| Date/Time: | 5/30/2013, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Location: | Linn County Extension Office, 383 Collins Rd NE Suite 201 Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 |
| Notes: | Companies will learn about information available to them after bid submission and how to leverage that information to improve their company's win rate. Learn more about debriefings and the protest process. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER, CONTACT: Julie Fagle 319-310-8612 jafagle@iastate.edu |
| Date/Time: | 5/30/2013, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Location: | Linn County Extension Office, 383 Collins Rd NE Suite 201 Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 |
| Notes: | Companies will get an overview of the electronic invoicing and payment system known as WAWF, learn tips and tricks to ensure their documents are submitted correctly for prompt payment. See flyer for more details on the event and for information on how to register for this free workshop. |
| Date/Time: | 5/30/2013, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Location: | IISC Office - 6200 Aurora Ave, Suite 604W - Urbandale, IA |
| Notes: | Introduction to OSHA answers these questions and many more. The National Safety Council created this course as part of our new Certificate in OSH Compliance training program. Taken alone, it helps you understand your rights and responsibilities under the OSH Act. Taken with any of our 13 Compliance Seminars, it provides a solid foundation of compliance knowledge. What it takes to comply with OSHA regulations, and how to avoid citations. |
Navigating the Rules and Tools Associated with Labor Laws
| Date/Time: | 5/30/2013, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Location: | Linn County Extension Office 383 Collins Rd NE Suite 201 |
| Notes: | Companies will learn an introduction to various labor laws in FAR Part 22, an overview of compliance issues and enforcement procedures as well as how the laws may apply to contracts. Session attendance is free of charge. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER, CONTACT: Julie Fagle 319-310-8612 jafagle@iastate.edu |
| Date/Time: | 5/31/2013, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Location: | Webinar |
| Notes: | April 19 - June 11, 2013 2:00p.m. - 3:30p.m. EST Lean Product Development Webinar Series NIST MEP will host 6 webinars and you are encouraged to commit to attend all 6 sessions. Presenter, Ron Mascitelli, will provide detailed coaching corresponding to specific chapters from the “Mastering Lean Product Development” textbook and recommend you procure a copy of the book in advance and read the appropriate chapters prior to each webinar. Copies of the book are available through the following link. www.techper.com/books The schedule for the webinar series are listed below. Each webinar will start at 2:00pm EST and end at 3:30 p.m. EST. • Friday, April 5 - Session 1: Building a Business Case Brief and Prioritizing Development Projects • Friday, April 19 - Session 2: Managing Development Resources in a Multi-Project Environment • Friday, May 3 - Session 3: Visual Workflow Management / Visual Project Boards • Friday, May 17 - Session 4: Defining Market Requirements for a New Product • Friday, May 31 - Session 5: Visual Project Planning and Risk Management • Tuesday, June 11th - Session 6: LPD Sales process and implementation For additional information, please contact Brian Lagas at Brian.Lagas@nist.gov |
| Date/Time: | 5/31/2013, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Location: | Scott County Extension Office, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Bettendorf, IA 52722 |
| Notes: | Companies will get an overview of the electronic invoicing and payment system known as WAWF, learn tips and tricks to ensure their documents are submitted correctly for prompt payment. See flyer for more details on the event and for information on how to register for this free workshop. |
Debriefings and Protests: Learn from Winning or Losing Bids
| Date/Time: | 5/31/2013, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Location: | Scott County Extension Office, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Bettendorf, IA 52722 |
| Notes: | Companies will learn about information available to them after bid submission and how to leverage that information to improve their company's win rate. Learn more about debriefings and the protest process. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER, CONTACT: Beth White 563-370-2166 whiteb@iastate.edu |
Navigating the Rules and Tools Associated with Labor Laws
| Date/Time: | 5/31/2013, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Location: | Scott County Extension Office, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Bettendorf, IA 52722 |
| Notes: | Companies discover introduction to various labor laws, gain an overview of compliance issues and enforcment proceudres and learn how the labor laws in FAR Part 22 may apply to contracts. See flyer for more details and for registration information. Session is free to attend. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER, CONTACT: Beth White 563-370-2166 whiteb@iastate.edu |
June 2013
| Date/Time: | 6/1/2013 - 6/19/2013, 8:00am-12:00 noon |
| Location: | IISC Office- 6200 Aurora Ave, Suite 604W- Urbandale, IA |
| Notes: | DDC 4 is a fast-paced, four-hour driver improvement program. In just a half day, DDC-4 offers practical strategies to reduce collision-related injuries, fatalities, and costs. It addresses the importance of attitude in preventing accidents, and reinforces the good driving skills students already have. Most importantly, DDC 4 shows students the consequences of the choices they make behind the wheel, and puts defensive driving in a personal context. |
| Date/Time: | 6/5/2013, 8:00am-5:00pm |
| Location: | IISC Office- 6200 Aurora Ave, Suite 604W- Urbandale, IA |
| Notes: | Knowing how to respond to a first aid or CPR emergency is one of the most important skills a person can possess. The Standard First Aid, CPR and AED course meets the OSHA requirements and is your tool for training employees or the general public on the latest skills, techniques and expertise in life-saving procedures. The practice and feedback of using related skills in a realistic situation is integrated into the actual teaching experience |
SWCC Business Conference and Expo
| Date/Time: | 6/10/2013, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Location: | Creston, IA @ Southwestern Community College |
| Notes: | Various breakout sessions to chose from throughout the day for business oriented topics. Organized by the SBDC. Contact Dave McLaren 641-782-1483 mclaren@swcciowa.edu |
| Date/Time: | 6/11/2013, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Location: | Webinar |
| Notes: | April 19 - June 11, 2013 2:00p.m. - 3:30p.m. EST Lean Product Development Webinar Series NIST MEP will host 6 webinars and you are encouraged to commit to attend all 6 sessions. Presenter, Ron Mascitelli, will provide detailed coaching corresponding to specific chapters from the “Mastering Lean Product Development” textbook and recommend you procure a copy of the book in advance and read the appropriate chapters prior to each webinar. Copies of the book are available through the following link. www.techper.com/books The schedule for the webinar series are listed below. Each webinar will start at 2:00pm EST and end at 3:30 p.m. EST. • Friday, April 5 - Session 1: Building a Business Case Brief and Prioritizing Development Projects • Friday, April 19 - Session 2: Managing Development Resources in a Multi-Project Environment • Friday, May 3 - Session 3: Visual Workflow Management / Visual Project Boards • Friday, May 17 - Session 4: Defining Market Requirements for a New Product • Friday, May 31 - Session 5: Visual Project Planning and Risk Management • Tuesday, June 11th - Session 6: LPD Sales process and implementation For additional information, please contact Brian Lagas at Brian.Lagas@nist.gov |
| Date/Time: | 6/11/2013 - 6/14/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | IISC Office - 6200 Aurora Ave, Suite 604W - Urbandale, IA |
| Notes: | If you have the background and experience, it may be time for you to become authorized to teach OSHA 10 & 30 hour classes. If this is an option you are interested in, please contact the IISC office to discuss prerequisite classes and experience. OSHA 511 (prerequisite for the OSHA 501 General Industry Certification class) is scheduled for June 11-14, 2013 in Des Moines, so now may be the time to start this process. For questions about these classes or any other training topics, please contact the IISC training department: Bryan Doty - bryan@iisc.org Jim Silvers - jim@iisc.org |
| Date/Time: | 6/11/2013 - 6/13/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center Okoboji, IA |
| Notes: | This conference holds a variety of activities as well as our keynote speaker Howard Putnam- the former CEO of Southwest Airlines. Throughout the conference there are many other speakers that range from CEO's to men and women with years of experience here to share their knowledge with you. There are a handful of workshops such as 'Improving your Personal Productivity' to attend as well as some free time with amble suggestions of what there is to discover in Okoboji, IA. |
| Date/Time: | 6/12/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | Hilton Garden Inn Ames, IA |
| Notes: | Find out how a compressed air system works and the benefits of optimal compressed air system performance. This initial class demonstrates how to compute the current cost of your plant's compressed air systems, how to measure and create a baseline of system performance, and how to determine the impact of different compressor control types. Learn basic approaches for cutting costs; identify steps for proper system operation, maintenance, and point-of-use accountability; and tailor a compressed air system management action plan for your plant. Cost to participate: $395 |
| Date/Time: | 6/13/2013 - 6/14/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | Hilton Garden Inn Ames, IA |
| Notes: | The Advanced Management of Compressed Air Systems Training Course offers a detailed examination of the theory and practice of compressed air system operation. It provides the right technical training and resources to implement energy-saving techniques in your facility. Cost to participate: $700 |
| Date/Time: | 6/18/2013 - 6/20/2013, 8:00am-5:00pm |
| Location: | Clarion Inn- 2101 4th St. Mason City, IA |
| Notes: | The Supervisors' Safety Development Program trains supervisors and managers to incorporate best safety practices into their daily management activities. A key feature of the program requires participants to demonstrate they have acquired the knowledge and skills from training and are prepared to implement them in the workplace. |
| Date/Time: | 6/20/2013, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Location: | Storm Lake |
| Notes: | Discover: *A business management approach that identifies and manages the constraints in your business that limit your ability to achieve your goals *Common approaches for applying a five-step process of ongoing improvement *Practical implementation techniques to help you get "more of your goal" Who should attend? Any Iowa manufacturer that has an interest in learning Theory of Constraints (TOC) concepts. |
| Date/Time: | 6/20/2013 - 6/22/2013, 12:00 PM - 11:30 AM |
| Location: | Ames, ISU |
| Notes: | Join us for this three-day basic HACCP training and HACCP exam and discover how to protect your consumers and your brand. |
| Date/Time: | 6/20/2013 - 6/22/2013, 12:00pm-11:30AM |
| Location: | Ames, Iowa |
| Notes: | Join us for this three-day basic HACCP training and HACCP exam and discover how to protect against your consumers and your brand. |
| Date/Time: | 6/26/2013 - 6/28/2013, 8:00am-5:00pm |
| Location: | IISC Office- 6200 Aurora Ave, Suite 604W- Urbandale, IA |
| Notes: | This course meets industry's need to provide training and certification for certified occupational hearing. This course will be presented with the course outline for accreditation as an occupational hearing conservationist. This course will include exposure to manual and microprocessor audiometers and personal hearing protection and ostoscopic screening procedures. Ample time allotments have been provided for practice and counseling to assure registrants opportunity to develop proficiency. |
| Date/Time: | 6/27/2013, 8:00am-5:00pm |
| Location: | IISC Office- 6200 Aurora Ave, Suite 604W- Urbandale, IA |
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July 2013
| Date/Time: | 7/14/2013 - 7/19/2013, 6:00 PM - 12:00 PM |
| Location: | Iowa State University Meat Laboratory |
| Notes: | Topics Covered Basic meat science Nonmeat ingredients Meat emulsions Natural smoke flavors Computer formulations Casings Stuffing and clipping Moisture enhanced meats Injection systems Dry and semi-dry sausage Thermal processing Use of industrial gases Microbiology |
Defense Logistics Agency DIBBS Overview Webinar
| Date/Time: | 7/17/2013, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Location: | Contact Beth White at whiteb@iastate.edu for online registration instructions |
| Notes: | Join this no cost webinar to learn new features as well as tips and tricks to better navigate the DLA Internet Bid Board System. This will allow you access to more business opportunities with DLA. See flyer for details. |
| Date/Time: | 7/23/2013 - 7/24/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | Stoney Creek Inn 101 18th St Moline, IL |
| Notes: | The 10 hour class is designed for people at the entry level that are responsible for supervision, management, safety, and the company's employees. The curriculum also serves as a thorough refresher course on OSHA regulations. |
| Date/Time: | 7/23/2013 - 7/26/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | Stoney Creek Inn 101 18th St Moline, IL |
| Notes: | The 30 hour class establishes a foundation for the company safety program. Locate and apply OSHA safety and health standards, policies, and procedures Utilize OSHA standards and regulations to supplement an on-going safety and health program Identify common violations of OSHA standards and propose abatement actions Describe appropriate abatement procedures for selected safety hazards Conduct internal training on OSHA regulations |
September 2013
Eastern Iowa Partnership and Networking Event
| Date/Time: | 9/12/2013, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Location: | TBD Cedar Rapids, IA |
| Notes: | Opportunity for Eastern Iowa companies in the manufacturing and manufacturing support industries to meet other companies and discuss best practices, partnering opportunities and build their network. Further details upcoming. |
ABI Executive Open
| Date/Time: | 9/16/2013, 12:00 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Location: | Wakonda Club 3915 Fleur Drive Des Moines, IA |
| Notes: | Details coming soon! |
Defense Logistics Agency DIBBS Overview Webinar
| Date/Time: | 9/25/2013, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Location: | Contact Beth White at whiteb@iastate.edu for online registration instructions |
| Notes: | Join this no cost webinar to learn new features as well as tips and tricks to better navigate the DLA Internet Bid Board System. This will allow you access to more business opportunities with DLA. See flyer for details. |
October 2013
| Date/Time: | 10/1/2013 - 10/2/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | Stoney Creek Inn, Johnston Iowa |
| Notes: | TAP Your Steam System Training is an exciting two-day course. Attendees work in teams to accomplish different tasks relating to the steam system. “TAP” (Ten Action Points) for Steam System training is for all individuals looking for more knowledge of steam systems. ? Steam Fundamentals ? Steam Traps ? Insulation ? Testing Equipment ? Valves ? Flash Steam Loss ? Boilers ? Expansion ? Piping |
| Date/Time: | 10/15/2013 - 10/18/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | IISC Office - 6200 Aurora Ave, Suite 604W - Urbandale, IA |
| Notes: | The 30 hour class establishes a foundation for the company safety program. Locate and apply OSHA safety and health standards, policies, and procedures Utilize OSHA standards and regulations to supplement an on-going safety and health program Identify common violations of OSHA standards and propose abatement actions Describe appropriate abatement procedures for selected safety hazards Conduct internal training on OSHA regulations |
| Date/Time: | 10/15/2013 - 10/16/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | IISC Office - 6200 Aurora Ave, Suite 604W - Urbandale, IA |
| Notes: | The 10 hour class is designed for people at the entry level that are responsible for supervision, management, safety, and the company's employees. The curriculum also serves as a thorough refresher course on OSHA regulations. |
| Date/Time: | 10/17/2013 - 10/19/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Location: | Iowa State University Meat Laboratory |
| Notes: | Topics Covered HACCP Overview Definition of HACCP Terms Chemical and Physical Hazards Microbiological Hazards Developing SOPs and GMPs Critical Limits, Monitoring Methods and Corrective Action Record Keeping and Verification HACCP Plan Validation HACCP Plan Reassessment |
Manufacturing/Environmental Conference
| Date/Time: | 10/31/2013, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Location: | Des Moines Marriott Downtown | 700 Grand Ave | Des Moines, IA |
| Notes: | Details coming soon! |
November 2013
| Date/Time: | 11/12/2013 - 11/14/2013, 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Location: | Iowa State University Meat Laboratory |
| Notes: | Topics Covered Non-meat ingredients Basic meat science Sausage emulsions Sausage casings Thermal processing Cooking, smoking and drying Fresh sausage Cooked sausage Spices and flavorings Microbiology of sausage and processed meats Nutritional value of processed meat |
January 2014
| Date/Time: | 1/14/2014 - 1/16/2014, 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Location: | Iowa State University Meat Laboratory |
| Notes: | Topics Covered Basic meat science Non-meat ingredients Liquid smoke application End point temperature evaluation Bacon manufacturing Casings and molds Ham manufacturing Hydrocolloids in cured meats Injection systems Meat irradiation Microbiology of cured meat Thermal processing Use of nettings |
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