Free Training | Danvers, MA
Synergy in Safety
Connecting Controls & Pneumatics
Join us for a first-of-its-kind training where experts from Airline, Omron Automation, and SMC offer integrated expertise in pneumatic and machine controls safety.
Date: Thursday, October 10 2024
Time: 10AM - 3PM
Location: SMC Danvers Office
99 Rosewood Dr., Suite 180. Danvers, MA 01923
Complimentary lunch and training
($500 value per person)
Join our one-day safety training tailored for OEMs, End-Users, Safety Professionals, Engineers, and Maintenance personnel who are committed to enhancing their safety protocols. Learn how pneumatic and controls safety work hand-in-hand as we delve into safety standards, compliance requirements, risk assessment processes, and more.
The agenda features a catered lunch break complemented by product demonstrations, providing an immersive experience with the safety technologies discussed in the session. Don't miss out on this chance to advance your expertise and ensure you’re meeting pneumatic and machine controls safety protocols
Expert-Led
The training is led by the leading experts in pneumatic and machine automation safety & components.
Interactive Product Demonstrations
Explore pneumatic & controls safety concepts firsthand through interactive panels and trainers, all during a catered lunch break.
Open Discussion
Address your crucial safety inquiries and deepen your understanding of the discussed topics.
Agenda
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM: Sign-in and Refreshments
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM: Introduction and Overview
• Welcome and objectives of the training
• Introduce speakers
• Introduce importance of safety in controls and pneumatics
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Applicable Industry Consensus Standards
• Overview of ANSI, NFPA, SEMI, MIL-STD, CSA, NOM, and ISO standards
• Compliance with Safety Standards
• Focus on ISO 13849-1 compliance
• Regional requirements
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Risk Assessment Process
• Setting Limits
• Identifying Tasks and Hazards
• Risk Analysis & Identification
• Risk Control
• Validation & Documentation
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break and Product Demos
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM: Safety Categories
• Categories B, 1, 2, 3, 4 with specific requirements and characteristics
• ISO 13849 & ANSI Requirements
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM: Safeguarding Selection
• Fixed & Movable Guarding
• Safe venting, safe stop, protection against unexpected start-up, safely limited speed and pressure
2:15 - 2:30 PM: Application Examples
• Successful safety solutions for motion control
• Differences between Integrated, Add-on, Distributed, and Stand-Alone Safety Solutions
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Open Discussion & QA
• Open floor for questions and further discussion on topics covered
Meet the Trainers
Johan de Jager
CMSE® Certified Machinery Safety Expert (TÜV Nord) | Energy Conservation Specialist
Johannes de Jager joined the SMC Energy Conservation team in 2018. Leveraging over 27 years of experience in the pneumatic automation industry, he advises MRO and OEM manufacturers on best practices for compressed air. Johannes is also a Certified Machine Safety Expert (TÜV NORD). Originally from South Africa, he attended college there before relocating to the United States in 2013. In his spare time, Johannes enjoys expanding his collection of vintage vinyl records and building classic arcade machines.
RYAN HAYWORTH
Functional Safety Engineer (Machinery) (TÜV Rhineland)
Ryan specializes in process improvements and machine safety at Airline's machine safety division, MPSA. At our event, Ryan will share his extensive knowledge in designing and implementing safety-integrated systems to mitigate hazards in industrial settings. With certifications as a Functional Safety Engineer (TÜV Rheinland), Ryan is a trusted expert in conducting site assessments and providing comprehensive safety automation solutions. Join us to gain valuable insights from one of the leading professionals in the field of machine safety.
Mohammad El-Naji
Reginal Technical Manager | Functional Safety Engineer (Machinery) (TÜV Rhineland)
With over a decade in the automation industry, Mohammed is currently Managing the Application Engineering team on the East coast (Canada and US) at Omron Automation. Before this, he sharpened his skills at Siemens Canada as an Applications Engineer in Factory Automation and Safety Automation, and later made significant contributions in safety as a Safety Engineering Manager. Known for his deep knowledge and exceptional teaching abilities, Mohammad is ready to deepen your understanding of machine automation & functional safety.