General Info
January 28 - February 2, 2007
Rudder Tower, Texas A&M Campus
College Station, Texas
United States of America
Organized by the Food Protein Research & Development Center, the Texas Engineering Experiment Station, the Texas A&M University System, it will be held the 17th Annual Practical Short Course on Feeds & Pet Food Extrusion, a complete course on the extrusion processing of nutritionally optimized animal feed and companion animal feeds, including updates on new raw material inputs, market trends, and processing costs and equipment outlay.
OBJECTIVES OF SHORT COURSE
• Train production personnel in principles and characteristics of extruders and support systems for effective selection and operation.
• Review current practices for preparation of full-fat soy meal, processing raw animal products, preparation of pet foods, aquaculture, poultry and swine feeds.
• Demonstrate equipment in operation, and familiarize attendees with practical aspects of feeds extrusion technology. Review of full fat soy production.
LOCATION AND FACILITIES
All lectures will be held at Rudder Tower, Texas A&M Campus. Participants will be taken by bus to Riverside Campus, and to Cater Mattil Hall (TAMU Campus) for afternoon demonstrations. College Station temperature in January is in the 35-50o F (2-13oC) range. Lectures and manuals will be in English. Translation equipment is available by prior arrangement for organized groups willing to provide their own translators.
SHORT COURSE CONDUCT
All Short Course sessions will be informal. Questions are encouraged during the lectures, breaks and social periods. Rights to cancel this course with refund or to substitute speakers and change schedules, as necessary to expedite the course, are reserved. Texas A&M University System policy does not allow inclusion of alcoholic beverages in registration fees. Cash bars will be available.
TRANSPORTATION
College Station is easily reached by about 12 flights daily. From Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport connect via American Airlines (American Eagle Commuter). From Houston Intercontinental Airport connect via Continental Airlines (Continental Express). The College Station Airport code is CLL. Participants should call the Hilton hotel upon arrival at Easterwood Airport for courtesy van service.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Reservations for lodging should be made directly by attendee. A block of rooms has been reserved at the College Station Hilton and Conference Center for short course participants at the special rate of $84/night plus tax for single or double occupancy. Ask for the rate specifically and mention the Group Code SHO. Hotel reservations must be received before January 6, 2007, in order to receive special rates. You can make reservation by telephone or internet.
REGISTRATION
Registration fee for the short course and pilot plant demonstrations is $1,500.00 and includes Sunday evening mixer, daily lunch, refreshments at breaks, local transportation, a short course manual, and certificates of completion.
There is a 10% discount if three or more individuals from the same organization register for the short course. Academic discounts may be applicable if space is available.
Registration forms should be accompanied by a check made out to Food Protein R&D Center. You may pay the fee by credit card. Registration fees are not refundable, but substitute personnel can be sent by the same firm. Space is limited; therefore, applications will be accepted on a first-come basis.
INSTRUCTORS
Mr. Ray Bachelor, President, Bachelor Controls, Inc.
Dr. Christopher Bailey, Professor, Poultry Science Dept., Texas A&M University
Mr. Tom Barber, Regional Director, Americas, Aeroglide Corp.
Mr. Bill Bliss, President, Bliss Industries, Inc.
Mr. John Doud, Research & Development Technician, Insta-Pro International, Inc.
Dr. Delbert M. Gattlin, III, Professor, Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences Dept., Texas A&M University
Dr. Ross Hamilton, Director of Gov´t Affairs and Technology, Darling Int´l.
Mr. Gerry Hertzel, Research Coordinator and Technical Service, Wenger Manufacturing Co.
Mr. Myron Kinach, Sales and Marketing, UAS Industries
Dr. Jennifer Kvamme, Associate Editor of Petfood Industry Magazine, Watt Publishing Co.
Mr. Gerald M. Leukam, Senior Vice President, Technical Operations, T.E. Ibberson Co.
Mr. Chris Mack, Research Associate, Food Protein R&D Center, Texas A&M University
Mr. Jim Mann, Technical Service Manager, Kemin Industries, Inc.
Mr. Brian S. Marlow, Founder and Chief Technical OFficer, III Sigma
Mr. Mike Penn, Research Associate, Extraction Technology Program, Food Protein R&D Center, Texas A&M University
Mr. Hennie Pieterse, Consultant, Insta-Pro Australia
Mr. Brian Plattner, Technical Center Manager, Wegner Manufacturing Co.
Dr. Mian N. Riaz, Head, Extrusion Technology Program, Food Protein R&D Center, Texas A&M University
Dr. John Richard, Executive Vice President, Romer Labs
Mr. Galen Rokey, Technical Center Manager, Wenger Manufacturing Co.
Dr. Nabil Said, Director of Technical Services, Triiple F" / Insta-Pro International, Inc.
Mr. Jim Schulte, Feed Milling Technician, UAS Industries
Mr. Terry Stemler, Vice President of Sales, Automated Process Equipment Corp. (APEC)
Mr. Maurice "Moe" Williams, Director, Research & Development, Anderson International Corp.
Dr. Johnathan Wilson, Director, Technical Marketing, DSM Nutritional Products, Inc.