Electrostatic Precipitator Seminar

Dates TBD | Location TBD | CEUs offered

This seminar educates participants on why precipitators operate and behave unpredictably at times and how to effectively troubleshoot them.

During the seminar, attendees will explore the various factors that influence electrostatic precipitator (ESP) performance and the fundamental rules that every ESP operator should follow. Participants will learn methods to improve the performance of their precipitators to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Attendees are encouraged to bring their questions and engage in open discussions.

Even if you don’t have B&W ESP controls, these sessions are resourceful for learning how they should operate.

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Who Should Attend?

Wet and Dry ESP Users
Plant Managers
Power and Recovery Managers and Staff
Plant Engineers
Electrical Engineers
Performance Engineers
Maintenance Personnel
Electricians
I&E Technicians
Consultants
Purchasing Personnel
Professionals seeking CEUs

Seminar Topics

The seminar will cover topics relevant to all ESP and WESP users. This includes Power Boiler ESPs, Recovery Boiler ESPs, and Kiln ESPs.

Identifying why power levels are lowest in the inlet field yet collect the most dust -- while the outlet field functions in the opposite manner
How to read AVC meters to identify problems
How resistivity of the dust affects ESP performance and its possible causes
Explaining advantages and disadvantages of single phase, three phase, and switch mode power supplies
How to easily write a comprehensive rapper program
How to program the AVC for most applications
How to safely inspect the ESP, what to look for, and assess what is not acceptable
Simple rules: Is the problem in the ESP or with the process?

Agenda

Welcome Reception
Monday Evening
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Training and Networking
Tuesday
8:30 AM to 4:00 PM – Training
5:00 to 8:00 PM – Offsite Networking Dinner

Wednesday
8:30 AM to 4:00 PM – Training
Dinner On Your Own (pre-loaded gift card provided)

Thursday
8:30 AM to 1:30 PM – Training

Agenda is subject to change.

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Registration and Accommodations

Location & Tuition

Location TBD

Early Bird Registration: TBD

The preferred method of payment is credit card. A form will be provided for individuals who wish to attend and pay by purchase order.

Tuition includes:

Technical information from industry experts designed to enhance job performance
Printed binder containing technical presentations
Meals (breakfast, lunch, snacks and offsite dinner*)
Transportation to offsite dinners
A digital copy of Steam/its generation and use ($120 value)
Access to technical experts for any post-event questions and ESP insights
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) - if opting to receive this benefit
Course certificate

Hotel room and travel costs are not included in the registration fee. Each attendee is responsible for making their own hotel accommodations.

*Attendees will receive a pre-loaded gift card to enjoy dinner on their own for Wednesday evening.

Hotel Accommodations

Location TBD

Block Rate: TBD/night plus fees and taxes

Speakers

	Royce Warnick Since 1977, Royce Warnick has been dedicated to meeting the environmental needs of power and industrial clients. His career commenced at Virginia Power, where he assumed responsibility for the operational and maintenance aspects of ESPs at a flagship power plant for over 12 years. Subsequently, Royce held various positions encompassing sales, technical expertise, and management roles at Epscon-FLS and Stock Equipment Co. Most recently, he served as the Director of Aftermarket Services at Hamon Research-Cottrell, overseeing field service operations, parts management, and engineering enhancements for ESPs and fabric filters throughout North America. In his current role as Service Manager – Environmental for the ESP Parts & Services group at B&W, Royce helps customers evaluate ESP performance and collaborates on project strategies for existing and new ESPs.
	Patrick Doonan Patrick Doonan is senior project developer for the wet electrostatic precipitator (WESP) product line at B&W, with over three decades in the air pollution control field. He is widely acknowledged as an expert in ESP technology, especially wet ESP. Patrick’s experience and design knowledge has led to completion of more than 160 wet ESP projects, from pilot to utility scale. Moreover, he also designed novel wet ESP systems from a successful pilot ahead of CO2 capture technology to several systems on new coal-fired power plants with flowrates up to two million ACFM. Patrick has co-authored numerous technical papers and has been a frequent presenter at industry conferences, sharing his insights and expertise with peers and colleagues.
	John Knapik Mr. Knapik held the role of Applications Engineer specializing in ESPs at B&W for an impressive 42 years before his retirement in 2022. His extensive knowledge and experience in this field have made him a sought-after speaker at numerous prominent conferences, including the Western Canada BLRBAC Conference, Eastern Canada BLRBAC Conference, MEGA Symposium, Energy, Utility, Environment Conference (EUEC), PRB Coal Users Group, Catalytic Cracker Conference, Western Regional Boiler Association, American Forest & Paper Association Conference, and the International Conference on ESPs. Additionally, he has presented at the Reinhold ESP Users group on seven occasions. Mr. Knapik's expertise extends to the publication of technical papers on electrostatic precipitators, with two of them featured in "Power Magazine." Beyond his speaking engagements and publications, he has provided valuable consulting services on precipitator performance and operations to a wide range of industries, including Electric Utility, Paper, Refining, Cement, and Mining. Mr. Knapik is renowned for his ability to decipher ESP performance through meticulous analysis of automatic voltage control data. He excels at simplifying complex concepts in laymen’s language and offering clear explanations of what is happening and why. Over the last 30 years, he has conducted numerous ESP training courses for various industries.
	Donovan Fitzgerald In 1999, Donovan received an honorable discharge from the United States Air Force, having completed extensive technical training in electronics, navigational avionics, communication avionics, and wartime radar receiving & jamming operations. Over the course of 21 years, he acquired expertise in retrofitting, installing, operating, and resolving issues with electrostatic precipitator control systems. Donovan’s dedication to his craft has enabled him to travel the world servicing our customers' pollution control equipment needs.
	Paul Griffin Paul Griffin is QA Coordinator for B&W’s ESP team based in Newport News, Va. He has more than 29 years’ experience with B&W. He began his career soldering circuit boards and building control cabinets. Currently, he coordinates quality testing of electrical products, precipitator software, and computer systems. He also has expertise in assisting customers with DCS integrations, troubleshooting and setup.