Tuesday, October 19

10:15 am - 11:15 am

T1: Rail Unloading Compressor with High Capacity and Deep Evacuation Capabilities
Blake Wallace, Technical Solutions Specialists, Corken Inc.

A modernized rail unloading compressor system from Corken that offers high capacity unloading and vapor recovery (25% faster than an FD891), a flexible unloading rate, and deep evacuation capabilities down to 0 psig. This presentation is an overview of the commercial and technical aspects of this system which allows the user to efficiently recover an additional 230 – 400 gallons from each rail car unloaded. This meets the stated needs of dozens of terminal operators with an ROI of about one year.

11:30 am - 12:30 pm

T2: Understanding Dispenser Pump Bypass Valve Adjustment
Don Crowder, Director of Product and Customer Solutions, Corken Inc.

Improper bypass setting causes more field issues in propane dispensers than almost anything else. This presentation is to assist technicians in understanding the design, operation and proper adjustment of propane dispenser bypass valves. It covers the spring ranges typically used and the various stages of operating a bypass provides on a dispenser installation. It also gives guidance on the setting of a bypass valve in the system depending on various applications and pumps used (cylinder filling, motor fuel and Autogas).

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

T3: Infrared Heating Technology and Applications
Michael Knoblett, Product Director, Rinnai

Infrared heaters are highly efficient and offer several competitive advantages over traditional heating systems. Infrared heating products are well suited for a variety of applications including whole building, spot heating, and outdoor comfort. This session will cover the basics of infrared heating technology including how it works, what applications it can excel, and the features and benefits of using infrared heating.

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

T4: Tank Monitoring Installation, Logistics, and Maintenance: Expert Tips for Dispatchers and Service Technicians
Brad Andersen, Vice President, Customer Success, Anova

There are three keys to successfully launching a remote tank monitoring program: navigating the logistics of getting  both your service technicians/installers and your monitors to the correct addresses; performing the installations swiftly and correctly and confirming operation; and enabling dispatchers and technicians with the tools they need to maintain the monitor population. This session provides expert tips on all three and a view into new approaches to easing the path to success.

3:15 pm - 4:15 pm

T5: Fundamentals of Tankless Flushing and Maintenance
David Sellars, Territory Technical Sales Manager, GA & TN, Rinnai America

This session will cover how to properly flush a tankless water heater. We will also review suggestions for maintenance that can be done while flushing the water heater.