Engineering, Pulping, Environmental Conference (EPE), 2008 TAPPI
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The 2008 EPE Conference:
Improving Fiber, Efficiency and Energy Consumption
TAPPI's Environmental, Pulping & Engineering Conference showcases the latest technology and innovations in critical areas of the global Pulp, Paper and Board Industry. Experts from around the world will gather to advance their knowledge, network and learn new methods to improve operations.
More than 50 sessions are planned focusing on:
- Business and General Topics
- Pulping
- Non-Woods
- Reliability and Process Control
- Recycling
- Bleaching
- Corrosion and Materials
- Biorefinery
- Energy, Power and Recovery
- Water and Air Quality
See the current Technical Program
See the current Abstract Book
The 2008 EPE conference is being held in conjunction with the 2008 International Bioenergy & Bioproducts Conference. Discounted registration rates are available for those attending both conferences. See below for an overview of registration fees.
Keynote Speaker:
David B. Struhs, Vice President of Environmental Affairs at International Paper
Monday, August 25, 8:30 to 10:00am
"Capital Constrained Meets Carbon Constrained"
Regulations are like vitamins. In the right dose, they make up for deficiencies in the economy. But the temptation to think that if one is good, then more must be better can lead to poisonous results. That temptation is now revealing itself in Washington's deliberations over how to regulate carbon dioxide emissions.
Regardless of one's view on climate change, there should be a consensus that any new regulatory program should focus on a clear long-term goal, create accountability, be judged on results, and perform as efficiently as possible. So why isn't that happening?
David B. Struhs, long-time federal and state environmental regulator and now Vice President for Environmental Affairs at International Paper, will share his insights on the policy and political debates of climate change.
Hot Topic Breakfasts
Tuesday, August 26 and Wednesday, August 27, 6:45 am – 8:30 am
Join fellow conference attendees for a continental breakfast and stimulating discussion in a roundtable format. Both Hot Topic Breakfasts will focus on current operating issues and are open to all registered attendees. Sign-up onsite or by email prior to August 22 (see below).
View a list of topics being discussed and moderators.
Mill Tours
Participate in one or both of these insightful mill tours during EPE.
- Weyerhaeuser Longview – A guided tour of Weyerhaeuser’s largest kraft pulping facility and powerhouse (Wednesday morning, Aug. 27th additional $35 fee required).
- Blue Heron Paper – See the deinking and recycling lines of this 650 TPD newsprint and specialty paper mill (Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 27th, additional $35 fee required.)
Bonus Workshops
Make the most out of your time away from the office by attending one of these
timely and intensive workshops. CEUs are available for participants. Separate
registration is required.
- Bleach Plant Workshop
Sunday, August 24, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (lunch provided)
This one-day workshop will provide participants with a broad, basic understanding of kraft pulp bleaching technology as well as prepare them to derive maximum benefit from the bleaching panels and papers to be presented during the EPE Conference. This workshop is designed for bleach plant operators or engineers, paper company environmental engineers, research, technical sales, and service personnel from paper companies, and chemical or equipment suppliers. It will give attendees a basic understanding of pulp bleaching technology and its implications for pulp properties and environmental management. Enjoy the opportunity to discuss bleach plant operating problems with experts in the field, and walk away from the workshop with information and materials to help you on your job immediately.
Instructor – Tom McDonough, TAPPI Fellow and others.
(Additional $75 fee is required, lunch included)
- Continuous Energy Improvement Workshop
- Assess your current energy management practices and identify areas for improvement;
- Define your organization's goals and objectives for improving energy management;
- Identify a team, with roles and responsibilities, within your organization to lead
- Outline the key performance indicators for your organization
- Identify the employee awareness activities that will lead to energy savings
Sunday, August 24, 1:00pm to 5:00 pm
This workshop will teach you how to better manage your energy use and cost through the principles and practices of continuous improvement applied to energy management. This workshop will be hands on, you will:
- Wastewater Treatment Workshop
Sunday, August 24, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Designed to provide industry-specific training to pulp and paper professionals in the area of biological wastewater treatment, who may not routinely work in or with these systems. It will also be useful for individuals new to the environmental industry and experienced environmental professionals desiring a refresher course. The workshop will provide basic information covering all types of systems found in the industry and will focus on the basic driving forces of biological wastewater treatment and how the mill processes impact the effluent treatment system. Instructor: Mike Foster – Principal Consultant, Environmental Business Specialists, LLC (Additional $75 fee is required, lunch included.)
Tabletop Trade Fair
Throughout the conference, Tabletop Trade Fair will be open, to learn about our industry’s latest products and services and meet face-to-face with key technology suppliers. This is a great opportunity to compare products and technologies side-by-side, ask questions and learn how these innovations can help you be more efficient, productive and energy wise. See a list of participating companies.
Sponsorships and Tabletop Displays are available
The program will include a tabletop trade fair and exceptional sponsorship opportunities. See the EPE Prospectus and the EPE Tabletop Floorplan for more information.
For more information about Sponsorships and Tabletop Trade Fair, contact Lindsay Beddingfield.
New Technology Showcase
On Monday, August 25, from 3:30pm to 5:00pm, the New Technology Showcase will
provide short eight-minute presentations from suppliers and others highlighting
the latest and greatest innovations. See the tentative New
Technology Showcase program abstracts.
Hotel Information
Doubletree Hotel & Executive Meeting Center Portland-Lloyd Center
1000 N.E. Multnomah
Portland, OR 97232
Spouse/Guest Program Information
Work at a Pulp or Paper Mill?
An unlimited number of Mill Employees can attend the EPE Conference for one
flat fee of $2250! Employees must work together at the same plant and register
using this special
registration form. For additional information, contact Scott
Springmier.
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