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Join AEMP for the 34th Management Conference & Annual MeetingAEMP Certification InstituteMarch 15-18, 2016 • Houston, TX

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Also offered at the 34th Management Conference andAnnual Meeting is the AEMP Certification Institute.Attend the AEMP Certification Institute to expand your

professional development in the field of equipment management and to augmentyour preparation for the Certified Equipment Manager (CEM) Exam or the CertifiedEquipment Support Professional (CESP) Exam. Creating the right equipmentmanagement strategy is the key to a successful company. This interactive two daylearning format focuses on creating and managing the critical processes to besuccessful as an equipment manager.

Registration Information:AEMP 34th Management Conference and Annual Meeting

Full Registrations $995 • Non-Member $1295Spouses Registration Fee $100 – Includes Receptions and Spouse Tour

Certification InstituteProfessional Organization Members $1445, Professional Individual Members $1545,

Virtual Members $1795, Registered Members $1875, Non-Member $1875Certified Equipment Support Professional: Organization Members $1445, Non-Member $1795

Foundation (100) Geared to future or emerging equipmentmanagers, this track focuses on the fundamentals and best practicesof equipment management.

Practitioner (200) This track sharpens skills and provides ideasfor current, seasoned equipment managers to put into practice.

Strategic (300) For highly experienced equipment managers and C-level executives, this track builds upon existing experience toexpose attendees to new strategies and innovative ideas.

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Table of ContentsSchedule at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Networking & Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Keynote Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Foundation Level Sessions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Practitioner Level Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Strategic Level Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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Schedule at a Glance – General

4 Gearing up for Success • AEMP 34th Management Conference and Annual Meeting

7am-12pm – AEMP Committees Meet

1pm – 5:00 pm Board of Directors Meet

6:30pm – Opening Reception

7am-5pm – Meals and Educational Sessions and Certification Institute

7-8:15am – Associates’ Recognition Breakfast

12-1:15pm – Fleet Masters Recognition Luncheon

12-5pm – Special Event for Spouses

6-8pm – Networking Gala

7:30am-5pm – Meals and Educational Sessions and Certification Institute

7:30-8:30am – Inaugural and Breakfast

11:30am-1pm – Technician of the Year Luncheon

6-7pm – Closing Reception

8am-12pm – CEM and CESP ExamsThe Certification Institute experience is offered as an addition to but not a replacement

of candidates’ own independent study of the CEFM manual.

*Please note this is the general schedule only and is intended to assist you in making your travel arrangements. Actual schedule may change.

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Thursday, March 17, 2016

Friday, March 18, 2016

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AEMPFoundation LevelSession Topic

Opening Keynote

Taking the Road to Best in ClassDiversity and Inclusion

Keeping Up with OSHA

PC-11: The New API Standard inHeavy Duty Diesel Engine Oils

How to Spec a New Machine

Protecting Your Warranty

AEMPPractitioner LevelSession Topic

Opening Keynote

Generational Differences –Working Better Together

Succession Planning - TheBlueprint to Success

Best Diversity and InclusionPractices in Recruiting Top Talent

Business Ethics and the Impact of Litigation

Accounting Procedures for Mid-Level Managers

AEMP Strategic LevelSession Topic

Opening Keynote

Mission Accomplishment: AnInteractive Breakout Session

Organizational Agility: HowBusinesses Can Survive andThrive

Does A Secure Network EdgeDrive ROI?

Advancements in MobileInspection and Workflow Tools

Alternative Fuels and InherentIssues

AEMPFoundation LevelSession Topic

How to Develop a Safety Culture

What Does Your Positive DrugScreen Really Tell You?

Getting the Most Out of Your DataFrom Telematics

Virtual Maintenance

Heavy Hybrid Technology

AEMPPractitioner LevelSession Topic

Fluid Analysis –Trending the Data

Why Bulk Fuel Filtration IsNeeded To Keep Today’s ModernDiesel Engines Running

Drones: Your New Perspective

Technological Advancements inthe Construction EquipmentIndustry

Managing EnvironmentalCompliance

AEMP Strategic LevelSession Topic

Economic Forecasting

Safety as a Company Culture

Condition Based Maintenance

Using Teamwork And TechnologyTo Enhance Fire Safety On MobileEquipment

Safety in Other Industries

Schedule at a Glance – Level TopicsBelow you will find the general topics that will be covered on Wednesday and Thursday during the conference.




6:30-7:30pm – Opening ReceptionJoin your peers in our annual opening networking gala. Mix and mingle with old friends and new!

7:00-8:15am – Associates’ Recognition BreakfastAnytime is a good time to say “Thank You” to AEMP’s Associate members, but this special breakfast andrecognition ceremony will provide a much-deserved visibility and recognition to our invaluable Associatemembers. Join us in recognizing the many Associates that contribute to the programs and success of AEMP.

12-1:15pm – Fleet Masters Recognition LuncheonAll attendees are invited to a luncheon honoring the 2016 Fleet Masters. As always, this event is included with registration for end users. Associates may purchase tickets in advance. For well over a decade, AEMP and Construction Equipment have presented these prestigious recognitions to the best fleets in the industry. Join us for the announcement of this year’s recipients.

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12-5pm – Special Event for SpousesSpouses are invited to participate in this special event being planned just for them! It will be a casual and funafternoon and a chance to see some of Houston! You must be signed up in advance for this event.

6-8pm – Networking GalaJoin your peers at our annual networking gala. Mix and mingle with oldfriends and make some new ones! Get ready for a unique networkingexperience.

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8-9am – Inaugural and Recognition BreakfastAttendees are invited to the Inaugural Breakfast and Recognition Breakfastwhere we will pay tribute to AEMP’s outstanding members and leaders. Meetthe new AEMP board of directors as they are officially sworn in.

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11:30am-1pm - Technician of the Year LuncheonWe will honor two of the finest technicians in the industry at this luncheon – one in theprivate sector and one in the public sector. For over 25 years, the AEMP Foundation andJohn Deere have recognized professionals who exhibit technical skills, innovation,trouble-shooting and diagnostic capabilities, as well as those who make significantcontributions to the profession.

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6-7pm – Closing ReceptionWe will put an explanation point at the end of the conference with an opportunity to reflect on all that waslearned during our time together. Join us for some final networking till we convene again.

Networking & Special Events


Opening Keynote


Pressure Cooker Confidence: How to Deliver Peak Performance when the Heat is OnPresented by Lt. Colonel Kevin Sweeney

Pressure Cooker Confidence enables you to say I can, I will, I expect, and I did it when the pressureis on. The Colonel’s flagship presentation built around his dramatic life or death flight. Kevin willposition you mentally in the cockpit with him to personally live through his incredible experienceand challenge of having the two engines on his left wing come completely off his airplane while ona Desert Storm combat mission. As he introduces the five principles of Performance Under Pressureyou will discover why the hard work you do beforehand matters more than the work you do whenthe pressure is on.

Kevin Sweeney is a combat veteran having flown missions in both Vietnam andDesert Storm. He spent 23 years in the Air Force and Air National Guard attainingthe rank of Lt. Colonel. Kevin is the only pilot to have landed a plane successfullywith the 2 engines ripped off the left wing during a night combat mission in DesertStorm. Recognized as displaying “the finest piece of airmanship to have occurredduring the entire Gulf War,” Kevin is also the recipient of the United States Air ForceDistinguished Flying Cross, a medal awarded to fewer than 1% of pilots. Kevin’sincredible flight has been featured in Reader’s Digest and been a featured segmenton the A&E channel.

Author of the books Pressure Cooker Confidence: How to Lead When the Heat is Onand Conversations with the Colonel: Lessons in Life, Leadership and Wisdom, Kevin has held executivepositions in sales and operations for a Fortune 50 corporation and a hospital system. Kevin holds a Bachelorin Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics degrees from Washburn University and aMaster’s in Business Administration from the University of North Dakota. He also serves as a universityadjunct professor.

Kevin and his wife, Brenda who is a Registered Nurse, live in Southlake, Texas. They have four children andfive grandchildren.


Foundation Level SessionsGeared to future or emerging equipment managers, this track focuses on the fundamentalsand best practices of equipment management.

Taking the Road to Best in Class Diversity and InclusionIn this interactive panel discussion, join several companies who have chosen to embrace diversity andinclusion as the core of their business model. We all bring with us diverse perspectives, work experiences, lifestyles and cultures. Teams comprised of men and women who are intergenerational and racially diversestimulate new thinking, which leads to greater possibilities.

In this session you will learn:• What is possible when you embrace diversity and inclusion• How your company can benefit• What may be potential potholes on the “road”

Keeping Up with OSHA In this session you will hear how to keep yourself alert to the changing regulations that impact your job. Thissession will focus on how you can research and find what is new with OSHA’s rules and regulations. Clarifyyour responsibility as an equipment manager to comply with these required rules. Learn to use OSHA to yourbenefit. Hear how to find local resources which can help guide your understanding to be able to comply withthese sometimes confusing and changing rules and regulations which can impact your company’s success.

In this session you will:• Learn how to find and develop local resources to keep you and your team aware of how OSHA regulationschange and how they impact your company, your workers, and your responsibilities

• Hear the more frequently cited OSHA standards• Hear what the newest OSHA standards in the construction industry are and how they will impact your job

PC-11: The New API Standard in Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oils To better manage heat and soot, a new diesel lube oil standard is in the works and may make its first debutthis fall. The next generation of heavy duty engine oils will exceed the performance of the existing heavy dutyengine oils. PC-11 diesel engine oil enhancements will benefit on and off road vehicles as well as both newand older engines. Find out when it will get here and what it means to your bottom line.

Our speakers will:• Address the issue of fuel economy, low viscosity and fuel efficiency• Discuss when these oils will be phased in and what vehicle types are most impacted• Discuss if this new lube oil will be backwards compatible to previous engines



How to Spec a New MachineWhen spec’ing a new machine, it’s important to do your homework. Not doing so can definitely impact thebottom line. In this general equipment specification session, learn from the best about how to achieve yourgoals with new equipment. Our speakers will detail the process and people who need to get involved withnew equipment acquisition. Learn how to solicit, evaluate and report feedback from operations, maintenancecrews, supervisors and executives to make the best possible decisions on your new equipment.

In this session you will:• Understand what considerations other than specifications you need to deliberate• Common practices to help get company buy-in on equipment• Learn similarities and differences in how different market segments spec equipment

Protecting Your WarrantyHaving a solid understanding of your rights and responsibilities as an equipment owner with regard tomanufacturer’s standard or extended warranties coverage can bring you a huge peace of mind. In this sessionlearn how to conform to the warranty requirements, how to leverage your rights under warranty and how touse extended coverage to lower your risks. Protect your company’s investments by gaining a betterunderstanding of the various facets of establishing a rigorous and effective warranty policy.

In this session you will:• Learn how acquisition, operation and maintenance can impact your warranty claims• Hear how to manage these elements to mitigate your exposure

How to Develop a Safety Culture Keeping workers safe requires more than just rules. Does your company value a strong safety culture? If so,what is your role as equipment manager in creating or developing this culture? This session will focus on yourrole and responsibilities in learning from safety situations, understanding the costs of safety and risks,combating apathy, and going beyond the “call of duty” to build your team’s safety culture.

In this interactive session you will:• Learn to analyze new situations and their safety implications • Learn how to combat business-as-usual thinking about safety • Learn techniques to develop a safety culture in your team

What Does Your Positive Drug Screen Really Tell You?In this informative session we will discuss the impact legalized marijuana for recreational use and medicalmarijuana has had on the industry. This session will help you to better understand the sources of marijuanaand issues such as passive inhalation and edible marijuana. This program will also address many of the mostcommonly used drugs of abuse including passive inhalation of crack cocaine smoke and dermal absorption ofcocaine and other street drugs in the opiate and amphetamine family.

In this session you will better understand:• Impact of recreational and medical marijuana• Understand passive inhalation and dermal adsorption of cocaine• What’s new on the streets



Getting the Most Out of Your Data From TelematicsIn this dynamic session you will learn how to benefit from telematics data in the shop as well as at themaintenance level. Learn how to obtain telematics data from varied methods, i.e. manually, using the AEMPtelematics data standard, etc., and then how to use that data to drive the maintenance system your companyis using. Hear how best to harvest your telematics data and how to set up a telematics maintenance database.

In this session you will:• Learn from real world examples utilizing available telematics data• Learn from a basic implementation of the AEMP Telematics Data Standard• Discover new ways to use basic telematics data

Virtual MaintenanceBoosters of augmented reality say the technology that overlays pertinent digital information on a wearer’sview of the real world can save $1 billion per year in industries that rely heavily on field service technicians.This presentation will discuss how heads-up displays like the ones Google Glass popularized can supplymachine- and component-specific information to improve the speed and quality of maintenance and repair inthe field.

In this session you will learn:• What augmented reality is, how it benefits technical professionals in the field, and how it can it get to thefield now that Google has taken Glass off the market

• How contractors are using augmented reality to deliver world-class field work• What it will take to bring augmented reality to construction-equipment management

Heavy Hybrid TechnologyThe merging of diesel engines with electric drive trains is a new trend in greener technology. There are anumber of diesel electric and diesel-hybrid prototypes on the market today. These new hybrids are pullingtheir weight and winning the respect of seasoned equipment managers. Not only are owners able to save onfuel they are saving time on frequency of refueling. Using cleaner, greener machines also makes a goodimpression. Learn the advantages and challenges of owning and operating these machines and find out ifthere is a Tesla of the equipment world.

In this session you will:• Learn about the newest hybrid technologies• When they should be considered and for what applications• What are the advantages and disadvantages over the life of the machine (ROI, ownership costs,maintenance items, etc.)

Practitioner Level SessionsThis track sharpens skills and provides ideas for current, seasoned equipment managers to put into practice.


Generational Differences – Working Better TogetherTraditionalists, baby boomers, generation x, millennials - ever feel like the generation gap feels more like acanyon? When baby boomers, generation x and millennial employees work side by side, understanding thecharacteristics and what makes ’the other guy’ tick can make a world of difference to creating a strong andsupportive company culture. Learn more about each generation, why they look so unique – what’s their workethic and what motivates them. Learn where we might be headed in the coming years.

In this session you will:• Find strategies that have worked to break down generational barriers• Gain needed skills to motivate and retain talented employees• Hear success stories from others in the industry

Succession Planning – The Blueprint for Success Think about it: do you apply the same meticulousness to planning for your successor as you do whenplanning your projects? It’s certainly easy it is to let the day-to-day operations distract you from thinkingabout long-term goals. Preparing the next generation of leaders takes more than just time, energy and goodintentions. Plan for your succession by developing a process for identifying and developing internal peoplewith the potential to fill key business leadership positions within your company.

In this session you will:• Hear the benefits of cross training • Learn why you need an alternative plan• Success stories of others in the industry

Best Diversity and Inclusion Practices in Recruiting Top Talent In today’s competitive global war for talent the way companies foster and nurture diversity is an importantaspect of organizational culture. Diversity initiatives should not only be part of recruitment programs, butintegrated into on-going workforce management and operations. Join this engaging panel discussion to learnbest practices companies are using to leverage their diversity and inclusion strategies.

In this session you will learn:• Key trends you can implement when building your internal and external teams• How you can make your company more attractive in the market place• What are Diversity Resource Groups and how you can utilize them

Business Ethics and the Impact of LitigationProperly maintained equipment is critical to the success of any company. It not only keeps costs down, but itallows increased production and revenues. Another less discussed benefit of well-maintained equipment isthat it decreases a company’s exposure in litigation. During this fast-paced presentation, civil defense attorneyMike H. Bassett will use an actual case his Firm handled to show how keeping equipment in good conditioncan save your company millions of dollars.

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You will learn:• The importance of having procedures in place to make sure your equipment is maintained• The importance of documenting the good work that you’re doing• Concrete, specific changes you can make on your first day back in the office to possibly save yourcompany millions

Accounting Procedures for Mid-Level Managers Budgeting profit and losses to make informed financial decision of total equipment cost of ownership canseem very overwhelming at times. The elephant in the room is always cash flow and the decision onrebuilding, repairing or out sourcing could have a positive impact on gross profit - if done right. Gain a deeperunderstanding of warranties, technology and the commitment needed from your company.

In this session you will gain a deeper understanding of:• Repair over replace, repair vs. remain and in-house of outsourcing repairs • New tax rules regarding repairs that are becoming part of the equation• Reviewing when to consider when to fix, when to buy and when to rebuild

Fluid Analysis – Trending the DataTrending is one of the most important and effective methods used to extract meaning and significance from time-based data. Often, trending can correct for differences that are often outside of the control of the laboratory. In thispanel discussion we will discuss how to define and integrate oil analysis samples and how to act on the trends.

In this session you will learn:• How to aggregate the data• What to do with the trending data• Increase uptime, extend equipment life and maximize your equipment’s ROI

Why Bulk Fuel Filtration Is Needed To Keep Today’s Modern Diesel Engines Running Today’s modern diesel engines are designed with efficiency and low emissions in mind. This presentation willexplain why bulk filtration, or filtering the diesel prior to being put into use on the equipment, should be anintegral part of every contamination control strategy. Concepts related to site design and the importance offiltering prior to storage in the onsite tank will be covered, as well as more technical challenges involvingkeeping the biodiesel dry and without free water.

In this session you will learn:• How to take control of your fuel cleanliness• How to recognize fuel-related issues• How to work with fuel and additive suppliers



Drones: Your New Perspective Drones have suddenly emerged as a viable equipment and job site management tool in the constructionindustry. In this session you will explore how others in the industry are using drones on the jobsite. Ourspeaker will talk about the technology’s capabilities, limitations and usefulness as well as explore some of thecreative possibilities inherent in the technology.

In this session you will:• Find out if you should buy a drone, lease one, or contract with a drone/engineering service• Explore what other telematics technologies can tie into a drone system• See real-world examples of drones being used in construction and maintenance today

Technological Advancements in the Construction Equipment IndustryLike most industries, the construction trade is being radically impacted by advancements in technology.These technological advancements are expected to show escalated growth within the industry over the nextfew years. Join our speaker as we take a closer look at several of these advancements that are available totoday’s modern fleet manager, including; operator comfort, human-machine interface (HMI), development ofautomatic systems and controls and safety advancements.

In this session you will learn:• How HMI system development can impact the operator less; reducing fatigue, cognitive load, noise andvibration stress

• Increased awareness of the performance while decreasing continuous operator input; improvements tocontrollability for the drive, attachment and auxiliary systems

• Reducing your risk associated with operating construction equipment• What the total cost of ownership, productivity and efficiency looks like

Managing Environmental ComplianceDuring this discussion, better understand the equipment manager’s role in keeping up with environmentalissues. You’ll gain an overall view of items to think about concerning new regulations, compliancedocumentation and liabilities. Take some of the guesswork out of learning what resources are available to helpyou interpret constantly changing regulations. Learn what steps you need to take to apply EPA regulations toyour facility.

In this session you will better understand:• Clean Air Act and air quality permits• Water discharge and containment• Silica compliance• Hazmat (paint fumes, runoffs, etc.)• Vehicle inspections


Strategic Level SessionsFor highly experienced equipment managers and C-level executives, this track builds uponexisting experience to expose attendees to new strategies and innovative ideas.

Mission Accomplishment: An Interactive Breakout SessionJoin our opening keynote speaker, Lt. Colonel Kevin Sweeney as he moderates this interactive breakout session.We will explore the reasons why aircrews are so effective in their mission execution and mission performanceno matter what happens. Aircrews seem to excel at their highest level when they are under pressure, deliveringa very high mission success rate. Kevin will answer the questions as to why aircrews are so effective and knownfor performing under pressure and why they respond to emergencies so well. The session will examine thisperformance model and understand how it can easily be applied to achieve noted professional and personalsuccess that we all want.

Organizational Agility: How Businesses Can Survive and ThriveThe lack of predictability within the current business landscape is the new normal. An organization’s ability toflourish in the face of consistent and complex change that often times results from a set of circumstances that aredifficult at best to predict, creates a competitive advantage over other organizations who simply cannot do this.There isn’t a complex solution for businesses today in facing this unpredictability without having undue stressplaced on the organization. Rather, what is needed is an organization that is agile enough to meet the demands ofa complex world and, at the same time, take advantage of quick and short-lived opportunities for growth.

In this session you will:• Understand the need to develop agility in mindsets, processes, systems, and employees to successfullyaddress current and future businesses challenges and opportunities

• Redefine scenario planning as a critical business skill for building organization agility• Reduce employee resistance to change as the new normal

Does a Secure Network Edge Drive ROI?While most of the world is debating their approaches to cloud adoption, you are concerned about the securityof you people, equipment, work sites, valuable inventory and their impact on quality, schedule and budget.Increasingly, you are asking questions about the security of the instrumentation and connectivity solutionsthat are showing up -- literally and figuratively, physically and virtually – on your job sites. If an equipmentOEM can control a piece of heavy equipment remotely, how can you ensure that their point of entry to yourmachines can be trusted? As you and your partners share more information from and about each other’soperations, how can you and they be sure that the data is accurate, reliable and authentic? In order tomaximize ROI from telemetry and other forms of field instrumentation and connectivity, you need a fullydigital system to close feedback loops.

In this session you will learn:• The power of enabling autonomy• How to create customized data to drive innovation and efficiencies• How operational gains can be realized and profits derived by instrumenting and connecting what matters



Advancements in Mobile Inspection and Workflow ToolsTechnology advancements provide a number of new tools to support operations. This session will highlightthe most recent innovations in handheld inspection devices. Learn the value these developments can bring toyou as a fleet manager and where this industry is going.

In this engaging session you will:• Learn the newest advancements in technology• How these technologies can make you and your company more successful• Understand the trends in workflow tools• Learn about the advantages in improving workflow with these new tools

Alternative Fuels and Inherent IssuesThe industry has changed in recent decades to produce alternative and cleaner burning fuels . More than adozen alternative fuels are in production or under development for use in alternative fuel vehicles andadvanced technology vehicles. The conversion from diesel to alternate fuels is no doubt on the minds of manyfleet managers today. LNG or CNG presents a number of issues that the end user needs to be aware of inconsidering the costs-benefits of conversion.

In this session you will understand:• What those fuels mean to engine life• What are the changes to lubricants• How do you provide and deliver these fuels to facilities & jobsite

Economic ForecastingThe economic outlook for the United States has been fairly solid in 2015. Longer term forecasts must wrestlewith the question of when the next recession will occur. When making a forecast, it’s always good to knowwhere you came from, so you can understand where you are going. Is 2016 the year that the economy breaksout? With baby boomers retiring and millennials taking over the workforce, this is one of the major economictrends affecting growth.

In this informative session you will:

Learn what larger, overarching economic trends are moving in the right direction• What’s in store for 2016 and beyond• How the economic forecast will positively or negatively impact the construction industry

Safety as a Company CultureMany organizations have already established sensible safety cultures. In a culture of safety, people are notmerely encouraged to work toward change; they take action when it is needed. Evidence seems to supportthat building strong cultures of health and safety can also often relate to strong operating business. Researchmay have also noted a link between companies that focus on health and safety and companies that manageother aspects of their business equally well.

In this session you will understand:• Your safety culture and what affects it• The advantages of a strong safety culture



Condition Based Maintenance Having a strong maintenance strategy that monitors the condition of your assets is critical to running a strongfleet. Checking a machine for these indicators includes many different elements including, but not limited to:non-invasive measurements, visual inspection, performance data and scheduled tests. Condition basedmaintenance can be applied to production & support assets. What do you need to know to strengthen yourpredictive maintenance and condition monitoring services?

In this session you will:• Learn about the five elements of condition monitoring including: fluid analysis, electronic data, electronicinspections, site conditions, repair history and component tracking

• Understand what this data will tell me and how to leverage it in daily operations• How to implement system checks to insure proper machine performance• How to implement CBM program “blocking and tackling”

Using Teamwork And Technology To Enhance Fire Safety on Mobile EquipmentThrough utilizing their technology and teamwork core values in a data-driven approach our speakers haveworked to improve fire safety on mobile equipment. Employing a six sigma approach from Fire Risk Analysisthrough early engineering design through 3D design/simulation through live testing on pilot machines, theoverall safety and dependability of the mobile machine has been enhanced. Operator safety and asset protectionare foremost at each step of the process. Through computer modeling, the machine is designed for the optimalapplication of a well-designed fire suppression system. Through the 3D design process, serviceability andreliability are improved by integrating the fire protection components with the machine. Off-site analytics andservice schedule integration are possible, with the benefit of enhanced uptime for the end user.

In this session you will learn:• What is being done to design safety into equipment• What is being done to make ordinary and routine maintenance safer• How does the adoption of this technology cause other issues

Safety in Other IndustriesCompany safety can be addressed in premeditated as well as strategic planning. Organizational systems driveefficiency and quality which is then applied to the safety process. Safety objectives are aligned with businessgoals, thereby creating a linkage between resource needs and allocation. Most end users know what safetylooks like on their job site, but what does safety look like in other industries? Does culture and policy becomekey to being successful and profitable? Join this discussion to hear just how safe some companies are andhave to be to keep their contracts and even be allowed to work.

In this session you will:• Get an insider’s look at how other industries are creating safer places to work• Hear about major roles and responsibilities as they relate to safety regulations


Learn the from the best in the Industry!Attend the Certification Institute to expand your professional development in the field of equipmentmanagement and to augment your preparation for the Certified Equipment Manager (CEM) and CertifiedEquipment Support Professional (CESP) Exams.

Does your company practice Best in Class Equipment Management?Creating the right equipment management strategy is the key to a successful company. Equipment-baseddecisions drive success in operations and financials. Minimizing the cost of acquiring and maintainingequipment and maximizing the availability of equipment is critical to the long-term success of an equipmentintensive company. Equipment and Asset managers must be strategic partners; able to communicate, leadand manage critical systems to lead their company to success.

This interactive two day learning format focuses on:

• Creating and managing the critical processes to be successful as an equipment manager

• Identifying the right data to drive results

• Knowing how to lead : your team, your peers and your bosses to influence them about equipmentdecisions

• Recognize and drive a culture oriented towards customer service

Questions the Industry is Asking:

Contractors are asking a series of tough questions of their equipment management efforts:

• How do we win in today’s market?

• How do you maximize technology while keeping a focus on return on investment?

• What is the right structure for the shop? Do we have the right sized overhead?

• Do we have the right people leading the effort?

• How do we measure progress and success?

• How do we move from concept to reality?

When senior leaders from across the industry come together to discuss equipment strategies, you’ll learnvolumes and return to your company with actionable ideas and a network of contacts with whom you caninteract on an ongoing basis.

We’ll draw on lessons from recipients of the previous Fleet Management competition – FleetMasters, fromleading equipment managers in the Industry and from FMI.

If you have any questions about the program or the topics we will cover, please contact the program director,Sharon A. Young, via email at [email protected] or telephone 970-928-3405.

Bring your top team to the Certification Institute to create your strategy to maximize asset management.

Certification Institute (CI)Certification Institute


AEMP’s credentials showcase the specialized skill sets needed by equipment industry professionals. Eachoffering of the Certification Institute is led by industry experts with a strong focus on peer-to-peer learning andis designed to enhance individual skill sets, to provide an opportunity to exchange best practices, and topresent new ideas and strategies unique to the equipment industry.

The 2016 Asset Management Symposium will offer courses and examination for the following two credentials:

The Certified Equipment Manager (CEM) designation is the only recognized standard forjudging the qualifications of a manager of heavy off-road equipment or manager ofmunicipal/government fleets. It is an attainable goal for equipment managers who wantto be identified as exceptional. To achieve this goal, it takes personal motivation and depends on dedication toprofessionalism.

In today’s competitive market, quality and customer satisfaction go handin hand. To increase consumer confidence and trust, and help build more prosperousrelationships, AEMP introduced the Certified Equipment Support Professional (CESP), acertification program for equipment suppliers. The purpose of the CESP is to provide ahigh standard of certification to a professional supplier who possesses a depth ofunderstanding of fleet management skills and the ability to interact with all fleet-relatedprofessionals.

For professionals who have already earned their CEM or CESP, the 2016 Management Conference will provide12 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) toward recertification of your designation. Additional CEUs may beearned by attending other qualifying education or through AEMP University, www.aempu.org.



Information:Life Cycle Cost Analysis When you purchase a large piece of equipment, you want to know how it willperform and how much it will cost per hour. You need accurate information to assure both costs are coveredin future jobs. This section covers how to make informed “final cost” decisions.

Technology From the increased complexity in your diagnostic equipment to reliance on the Internet for timelyand accurate information, technology is needed to provide a seamless interface for managing fuel,maintenance, risk, outsourcing, and more. This section will assist you in identifying and effectively managingtechnology.

Specifications Learn how to prepare appropriate vehicle specifications before making a purchase. Learn howcritical this is to acquiring equipment suitable for the task while saving on operating and maintenance costs.Learn to include the factors that should be considered when preparing vehicle specifications and functionalspecifications.

Benchmarking Understand how to conduct effective benchmarking as a measure of where a business isrelative to its competition in the industry. This section will show you how improvements and technologies inturn are used to maintain and increase the business customer base.

Finance:Procurement and Acquisition of Equipment Reducing costs is the major focus for increasing profits. Learn howtoday’s fleet pro can reduce fleet owning and operating costs by millions of dollars and improve the quality offleet services delivered by implementing professional negotiation skills.

Warranty and Performance Guarantees Discover how effective utilization methods of warranties, performanceguarantees, funding options and physical damage and liability insurances can be applied as effective financialand operational risk management tools.

Risk Management This section covers the core of risk management. You will learn about the scope of riskmanagement and how best to minimize it through property coverage, general liability, auto liability, and cargocoverage. Other areas discussed include pollution incidents, worker’s compensation, and handling claimsefficiently.

Financial Management Develop an understanding of how a budget is the central expression of a firm’s finiteresources. Understand how effective budgeting is not a device for limiting expenditures but a tool forobtaining the most productive and profitable use of the company’s resources.

Controls:Outsourcing Building the huge infrastructure required to perform major and specialized repairs in-house cancontribute to a loss of financial and operational control. Discover how minimizing fixed investments in majorand specialized repair capacities can be an effective strategy for controlling costs.

Parts Management Develop a practical understanding of planning, directing and controlling inventorycontributing to your business profitability by reducing downtime. Learn how the right amount of the rightparts provides you with what you need when you need it, without enormous stress on your operating capital.



Controls (continued):Preventive Maintenance Everyone knows proper preventive maintenance practices and procedures forequipment managers are necessary if a company’s fleet is to be successful and profitable. Many perceivepreventive maintenance as simply the changing of fluids, filters, and lubricating pivot points on a regularbasis. Discuss how to create an effective fleet maintenance program.

Shop/Facilities Management The proper administration of a scheduled maintenance program includes aneffective preventive maintenance inspection and repair program through an in-house and/or outside supportnetwork to support safe, reliable and economical vehicle operations. Discover how to create a well-managedshop or facility to increase efficiency, safety and profitability.

Customer Service:Customer ServiceThe drive to achieve the best service in the world is a constant goal among organizations.Discover how customer service impacts your fleet and how to create a great customer service program thatwill positively impact your company’s bottom line.

Policies:Employee Training In a rapidly evolving industry, you can expect change to continue and the trainingrequirements to intensify. Equipping a technician of today with the best knowledge and skills prepares theindividual for the position requirements of the future. Learn how designing an effective training program for your staff is a necessity that impacts your company’sprofitability.

Human Resources Today’s employment laws have evolved with remarkable speed into a diverse and complexset of statutes and precedents touching all facets of employment. This section provides you with anunderstanding of laws and best practices that are necessary for effective employee supervision.

Environmental Understanding environmental issues is critical to the future success of your company and itsfleet. Learn how emissions, fuel, oil and other pollutants and hazardous waste must be managed to protectemployees and the environment in an era of heavy government oversight.

Safety Noise, equipment exhaust, earth vibrations, swinging buckets, forks, booms, and backup alarms allcontribute to a potential safety incident. Discuss ways for the equipment/asset manager to develop a cultureof safety in the work environment.

Each of these 17 competency areas is covered in a dedicated chapter of the AEMP’s Career Equipment FleetManager Manual, which is the primary text recommended for CEM/CESP candidates to study prior to takingtheir certification exam, and is provided to all registered candidates regardless of their attendance at theCertification Institute. The Certification Institute experience is offered as an addition to but not a replacementof candidates’ own independent study of the CEFM manual.

Registration Cost:Certified Equipment Manager: Professional Organization Members $1445, Professional Individual Members $1545,Virtual Members $1795, Registered Members $1875, Non-Member $1875

Certified Equipment Support Professional: Organization Members $1445, Non-Member $1795



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Rooms are available at the Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria at the AEMP group rateof $189. The hotel is conveniently located halfway between Intercontinental Airportand Hobby Airport. The hotel does not have an airport shuttlebut there are shuttles available through Super Shuttle, 1-877-215-9262.

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