Valmet Fluidized Bed Boiler Conference

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Start date: Nov 19, 2024

End date: Nov 20, 2024

Location: Tuscaloosa, AL, United States of America

Travel in - November 18, 2024 

Travel out - November 21, 2024 

Who Should Attend?

Employees of plants and mills with Fluidized Bed Boilers and other Valmet/Metso power boiler equipment including Kvaerner, Tampella, and more. FBUG will be open to all fluidized bed boiler owners, fleet operators, and maintenance personnel.

(Please note this event is by invitation only. We reserve the right to deny admission to those who do not qualify.)

Conference Highlights

The conference for fluidized bed boiler operators is the premier event designed to harness the collective expertise and experiences of industry leaders and professionals. This gathering provides a unique platform for knowledge exchange, problem-solving, and innovation, aiming to enhance the performance and efficiency of boiler systems in the energy industry.

Additionally, Valmet Automation will showcase boiler optimization techniques and software tools including Max DNA conversions to Valmet DNAe Boiler Controls along with an advanced Human-Machine Interface (HMI).

This conference aims to identify optimal practices, cultivate innovative solutions, incorporate advancements in products and processes, and ensure participants are well-informed about current industry trends and challenges.

FBUG Preliminary Agenda

Monday 11/18

  • 6pm – check in
  • 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Opening Session – Partner Fair

Tuesday 11/19

Morning

  • Opening and General sessions
  • Plant Overviews / Group Discussion​
  • Boiler Control and Operation Optimization​
  • Case studies – upgrades and conversions

Afternoon

  • International experience and modern Fluid Bed upgrades
  • Breakout sessions (Fossil Fuels and Bio Fuels)
    • Material handling system maintenance
    • System upgrades
    • CFB topics
  • Evening activity

Wednesday 11/20

Morning

  • Environmental issues – BHF maintenance
  • Refractory maintenance and reliability
  • Operations and maintenance topics
    • Load optimization
    • Fan conversions/upgrade experiences
    • Case study discussions

Afternoon

  • Site tour – Demopolis BFB Boiler

Thursday 11/21

Morning

  • Operations and Maintenance Topics
  • Operator training
  • Bed quality control strategies

11:30 Conference Adjourn

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Hotel Registration

The group will be staying at:

Embassy Suites by Hilton
2410 University Boulevard
Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401

Reserve your stay by booking through the link below. 

Book your hotel today!

Cost

There are two registration prices available:

  • Early bird registration - $150 USD (ends 10/26)
  • Regular registration - $200 USD

Attendees are responsible for travel and hotel reservations.

Note: This conference will be offered on a "first come, first-served" basis. Seats are limited.