October 31—November 2, 2023 11:00 AM-1:00 PM EDT
Online
DatesAll workshop days are from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. |
October 31, 2023 |
November 1, 2023 | |
November 2, 2023 |
SPE Members | $600 |
Nonmembers | $800 |
Number of seats are limited to 25!
Reserve your spot today!
This online event will be recorded. Registered attendees can either view the presentation in real-time on the date and time scheduled, or view the recording on-demand. Recorded presentations for this workshop will be available for two weeks after the completion of the last workshop on November 2. You will need to login with the same credentials you used during registration. For assistance, contact customerrelations@4spe.org.
Discover how you can lower your energy use and cut your energy bills while improving the sustainability of your company.
Join SPE at this workshop as energy expert Dr. Robin Kent walks you through all aspects of the plastics manufacturing process, showing time and energy-saving techniques at each stage.
This workshop is focused on giving you practical tools to reduce your energy bill. It is your opportunity to hear the views of one of the world’s leading experts on energy and energy management in the plastics industry. It is aimed at senior and middle managers who are responsible for energy management within their companies. The event will show you how to save energy and save money for your organization.
Dr. Robin Kent has a B.Eng. (Hons.) in Materials Engineering from Monash University (Australia) and a Ph.D. in Polymer Physics from the University of Surrey (UK). He has been involved with plastics processing since 1971 in a variety of sectors ranging from extrusion to injection moulding. He has wide experience in product design, having worked as Technical Director for several of the major plastics processing and window systems companies in UK and Europe. Since 1995, he has specialised in energy management for the plastics processing industry and as an independent consultant, he has carried out energy surveys and assessments on over 500 plastics processors throughout the world. His publications include over 500 technical and management articles and papers on plastics and windows and 10 books on plastics processing. He regularly lectures on cost and energy management in plastics processing and materials technology throughout the world. He has chaired 5 committees setting standards for the UK plastics and window industry and is a regular judge for major plastics industry awards.
Dr Kent is a Fellow of the Energy Institute, a Chartered Engineer and a Chartered Energy Manager. Dr Kent is a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Horners and Freeman of the City of London. He is a past Chairman of the Plastics Consultancy Network – the foremost grouping of plastics consultants in the world. He was awarded the Plastics Industry Awards 2010 ‘Personal Contribution’ award for his work as ‘a champion of energy efficiency and for helping numerous processors to make savings through better energy use’.
This course is suitable for professionals at any level with an interest in, or those responsible for, improving the way that energy is managed within their manufacturing facility and reducing overhead costs.
For questions, contact Iván D. López.
This educational program is provided as a service of SPE. The views and opinions expressed on this or any SPE educational program are those of the Speaker(s) and/or the persons appearing with the Speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Society of Plastics Engineers, Inc. (SPE) or its officials, employees or designees. To comment or to present an opposing or supporting opinion, please contact us at info@4SPE.org.
Refund Policy
Full refunds, minus a $50 processing fee, will be granted until September 30. No refunds will be granted after September 30. Registration may be transferred before May 12. No transfers after August 28. Please contact customerrelations@4spe.org for assistance in transferring a registration.
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SPE may take photographs and audio/video recordings during the event, pre-event meetings and receptions that may include attendees within sessions, networking areas, exhibition areas, and other areas associated with the event both inside and outside of the venue. By registering for this event, all attendees are providing permission for SPE to use this material at its discretion on SPE's websites, marketing materials, and publications. SPE retains ownership of copyright to all photographs and audio/video recording obtained at this event and attendees may request copies of any material in which they are included.
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This educational program is provided as a service of SPE. The views and opinions expressed on this or any SPE educational program are those of the Speaker(s) and/or the persons appearing with the Speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of Society of Plastics Engineers, Inc. (SPE) or its officials, employees or designees. To comment or to present an opposing or supporting opinion, please contact us at info@4SPE.org.
Refund Policy for Events
Full refunds, minus a $50 processing fee, will be granted until February 13. No refunds will be granted after February 13.
Registration may be transferred before February 13. No transfers after February 13. Please contact customerrelations@4spe.org for assistance in transferring a registration.
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Copyright & Permission to Use
SPE may take photographs and audio/video recordings during the conference, pre-conference meetings and receptions that may include attendees within sessions, networking areas, exhibition areas, and other areas associated with the conference both inside and outside of the venue. By registering for this event, all attendees are providing permission for SPE to use this material at its discretion on SPE's websites, marketing materials, and publications. SPE retains ownership of copyright to all photographs and audio/video recording obtained at this event and attendees may request copies of any material in which they are included.
Anti-Trust Statement
For general questions and registration, contact customerrelations@4spe.org.
For questions about speakers and the program, contact Iván López at ilopez@4spe.org.
SPE's strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact at Scott Marko +1 203.740.5442 and smarko@4spe.org. At least two weeks' advance notice will help us to provide seamless access.