IBEX 2012 Pre-Conference Workshops
The 2012 Workshops are presently under construction, please check back.
It's never too early to plan for success. Come to IBEX one day early to take advantage of intensive, all-day training sessions and learning programs. Registration is required and seating is limited. If you didn't make it to IBEX 2011, here is what you missed:
IBEX 2011 Pre-Conference Workshops
Sunday, October 16, 2011 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
Composites Consulting Group
9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. ($85 per person, includes lunch)
PC1
Composite Infusion Technology (CIT Workshop)
Composite Infusion Technology has been rapidly adopted by many of the leading composite manufacturers in the world. Today, Composite Infusion Technology is a standard manufacturing process in the marine, public transportation, wind energy, and industrial markets.
Composite Infusion Technology makes emission problems a thing of the past. Other advantages of this closed-molding process are improved composite performance, lower processing times, and improved working environments. At the same time, productivity and quality are significantly improved when compared with open-molded composites. Composites Consulting Group will host this workshop and be on-site for questions throughout the show.
This workshop will explain details of the composite infusion process including:
- Infusion concepts
- Manifold strategies
- Materials and equipment for infusion
- Virtual infusion
- Computerized flow simulation
WEST SYSTEM Epoxy
9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. ($85 per person, includes lunch)
PC2
Fiberglass Boat Repair
This session is designed for professionals who want to learn the best approaches to making long-lasting, cost-effective fiberglass boat repairs and develop a deeper understanding of modern boat construction. The course covers basic repair techniques with epoxy, fastener bonding, composite technology, composite repair, fairing, gelcoat blisters, advanced composites, and more. It will provide you with a solid understanding of WEST SYSTEM epoxy's handling, uses and physical properties. Tap into the wealth of structural marine repair expertise the Gougeon staff has gained from years of working closely with boat builders, repair professionals and engineers. In addition, you’ll take home Fiberglass Boat Repair & Maintenance; Vacuum Bagging Techniques; Wooden Boat Restoration & Repair; Gelcoat Blisters: Diagnosis, Repair & Prevention; and Final Fairing & Finishing manuals, along with a WEST SYSTEM epoxy How-To DVD.
Hundreds of boat repair technicians, dealers, surveyors, insurance inspectors, and yard professionals have travelled to Gougeon's facility in Bay City, Michigan, for this course. Now, for your convenience, it comes to IBEX as a pre-conference seminar.
Dr. Shrink
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. ($85 per person, includes lunch)
PC3
ShrinkWrap University
Learn from the Dr. Shrink Professionals & Get Valuable Hands-On TrainingThe standard ShrinkWrap U course costs $500 per person. This is an exclusive deal being offered only at IBEX 2011. Everything you and your staff need to know about shrinkwrap can be accomplished in just a few hours with Dr. Shrink and his team. This special session will include a complete product overview, safety practices, industry applications, marketing and advertising your shrinkwrap service, how to handle insurance, plus hands-on training from the experts. This is an exceptional opportunity for anyone who wants formal training or needs to learn how to wrap more efficiently and effectively. Your shrinkwrap service should be easy and profitable! All you need is the right supplies and the right training to make it happen. ShrinkWrap U is designed to help your shrinkwrap business be successful. Space is limited.
