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.
Register for a chance to win a FREE condition assessment of your ESP!
No purchase is necessary to enter or win [other than a paid registration].
The prize includes a visual inspection of your electrostatic precipitator and report identifying deficiencies and recommendations for improvement.
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Registration and Accommodations
Location & Tuition
Location TBD
Address 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
Address TBD
Block Rate: TBD/night plus fees and taxes*
Speakers
FAQs
Meet and Greet (Monday evening)
The event kicks off with a relaxed, networking reception hosted by Babcock & Wilcox from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the atrium at Sheraton Suites Chicago O'Hare. Enjoy food, beverages, and the chance to meet fellow attendees.
Training Sessions (Tuesday to Thursday)
Training begins at 8:30 AM on Tuesday and wraps up at 1:30 PM on Thursday—packed with valuable insights, in-depth technical sessions from industry experts, interactive discussions, and practical solutions to the challenges attendees are facing in their own facilities. It's the perfect opportunity to learn, collaborate, and tackle real-world issues with fellow professionals.
Meals and Transportation
We understand staying focused can be a challenge on an empty stomach, so we've made sure to keep attendees fueled with a variety of great options throughout the seminar. Here’s what’s included:
- Breakfast: Start your day right with breakfast served daily from 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM in the Sheraton Suites Chicago O’Hare atrium. When checking into the hotel, remind the front desk to provide your breakfast vouchers. Reach out to Shemara Samaco or Courtney Anani if assistance is needed.
- Lunch and Snacks: Sessions will break throughout the day with lunch served in the atrium. Snacks and refreshments will be available in the training room.
- Dinner and Networking: Plan to join B&W and industry peers at a networking dinner on Tuesday with transportation provided by B&W. Attendees will receive a pre-loaded gift card to enjoy dinner on their own for Wednesday evening.
Travel & Accommodations
Attendees are responsible for booking their own travel and hotel. The Sheraton Suites Chicago O’Hare offers a shuttle to and from the airport, but you’ll need to arrange your own ride schedule with the hotel.
A discounted early-bird rate is offered at $1,595 and ends May 20, 2025.
Starting May 20, 2025, the rate increases to $1,695. Attendees are encouraged to register by May 20, 2025.
The preferred method of payment is credit card. If your organization requires payment by purchase order, please complete this form to initiate the process.
Credit card payments are processed through Authorize.net - a verified, third-party vendor. An automated receipt will be sent via email upon submission of attendee registration.
- Technical information and insights from industry experts designed to enhance job performance
- Printed binder containing technical presentations
- Meals (breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinners)
- Transportation to offsite dinner on Tuesday evening
- A digital copy of Steam/ Its generation and use ($120 value)
- Access to technical experts with any post-event questions and ESP insights
- CEU credits (if opting to receive this benefit)
- Course certificate
No, attendees are responsible for arranging and paying for their own hotel accommodations and transportation to/from the airport.
More information around hotel accommodations will be posted once available.
Yes, it is strongly recommended attendees book their hotel accommodations at the same location as the seminar.
Attendees are responsible for arranging and paying for their own hotel accommodations and transportation to/from the airport.
More information around hotel accommodations will be posted once available.
Dietary restrictions can be relayed when registering with the online form.
Please connect with Courtney Anani by email at clanani@babcock.com or by phone at +1 (330) 860-2443 for additional assistance with any dietary needs.
B&W is offering each attendee the opportunity to earn continuing education credits (CEUs) through The University of Akron. A CEU is a unit of credit for participation in an accredited program designed for professionals with certificates or licenses to practice various professions. One contact/training hour equals 0.1 CEU.
The University of Akron will issue certificates via email to those attendees who indicated interest during the registration process, signed all daily attendance sheets, and completed the post-event assessment form.
Registered attendees may cancel up to ten working days prior to the first day of the seminar for a full refund. Cancellations received within ten working days will be charged 50% of the registration fee.
DISCLAIMER: Babcock & Wilcox reserves the right to refuse and / or accept registrations as deemed appropriate.
Please connect with Courtney with any questions or special requests.