MMP moments
January 2009
Training & Education
Guests from ARC Advisory Group in Boston talk with Technews director Jane van der Spuy
Keynote speaker Jim Pinto, industry analyst, angel investor and futurist shared his insights with delegates and presenters
Platinum sponsor Honeywell’s showcase
All smiles at the Beckhoff showcase as Jim Pinto discusses Beckhoff’s growth with local MD Conrad Muller
Gold sponsor Real IRM Solutions’ showcase at MMP
MMP offered many opportunities for delegates to question presenters
Fluor control systems design director Dick Perry shared his expertise on alarm systems
We persuaded US-based presenter Ales Soudek, business development manager: metals and mining, OSIsoft, to take off his hat before presenting his paper
Martin Rostan, executive director: EtherCAT Technology Group (right) flew in from Germany to deliver a lively presentation on EtherCAT
Rick Devolve, director: advisory services at ARC Advisory Group was on hand to answer questions
Tea- and lunch-breaks provided opportunities for interaction between exhibitors and delegates
Jim Pinto (right) chats with Dean Trattles of OSIsoft during a break
Richard Chilvers (right), global practice director: Hatch Systems & Process Control, travelled from Australia to share first-hand experiences on large systems architectures for mining
Goran Dragosavac, product manager: SAS Analytical Intelligence flew up from Cape Town to present on quality lifecycle analysis
“I enjoyed the showcases and interaction with individuals”
“The panel discussions were effective. They solicited a good response from the floor”
“Awesome conference!”
“Good subject knowledge”
“Keep up the good work!”
“An excellent presentation”
“Panel sessions were very good and relevant!”
“Excellent hands-on knowledge and the use of real case study was valuable”
“Very good information for new implementers”
“A good coherent presentation”
“Sowing seeds”
“Interesting and valid topic”
“A very good speaker. Interesting topic”
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