[Iefac.list] Invitation to Attend Material Handling & Logistics Classroom Day at ProMat 2013

[Carmen Murphy]

Dear Professors,

Give your students a unique opportunity to see the latest material handling and logistics solutions in person.  Register and attend the ProMat International Expo (http://www.promat.com/) on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 during "Material Handling Logistics Classroom Day" at the show. The College Industry Council on Material Handling Education (CICMHE) of MHI has partnered with the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) to offer a special program on January 23 for students and faculty. Faculty and students in engineering, business, and technology schools will find solutions for planning and executing the flow of goods throughout facilities and the supply chain. Additional details on the travel grants and the times of the events are provided below.

Please watch the video in the link and share with your students to find out more about MHL Classroom Day at ProMat 2013.
http://www.promatshow.com/attendees/MHL_classroomday.aspx

Date: Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Start Time: 8:30 am
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Room: S-406A (Vista Ballroom), McCormick Place South

*           Special program for students and professors in engineering, technology, manufacturing, operations, supply chain and logistics.
*           Travel grant support is available.
*           See all the solutions that support the flow of materials for both manufacturing and distribution operations.

CLASSROOM DAY - DETAILS

8:30 - 9:45a - Keynote session
The Future of Material Handling, Logistics and Supply Chain is an optional session that we recommend students and professor attend time permitting.

9:45 - 10:15a - Pre-registration
Pre-register in advance (www.promatshow.com) or at the show, come to McCormick Place South, Room S-406A (Vista Ballroom), to learn more about the industry and how to get the most out of the show and conference.  You will receive an "Academic VIP" ribbon along with a variety of materials to help you better understand the show, the industry and the educational materials available from MHIA.  A morning snack will be provided to hold you over until lunchtime.

10:15 - 11:00a - Welcome and Introduction to the Material Handling Industry and the ProMat 2013 International Expo
Attend a presentation providing an overview of how material handling and logistics solutions make goods flow, how solutions are developed, current and future trends, people and jobs in the industry, plus how to make the most out of your visit to ProMat 2013. Information will also be presented about the materials available from CICMHE, MHI and MHEDA.

11:15a - 1:30p - Tour of the Show Floor
Students and professors will split into groups to take a guided tour of the show floor and see the latest material handling and logistics technologies. Industry experts at selected show booths are waiting to talk with you about the industry, solutions and careers. Get a better understanding of how to apply the technologies and techniques to solve real-world problems. The product literature, white papers, case studies, DVDs and other content can be a valuable educational resource.

1:30 - 3:00:  Lunch and Presentation
Enjoy lunch with the other Classroom Day participants courtesy of CICMHE and MHI. While you eat, enjoy short presentations from recent graduates and other professionals on topics like the job market, scholarships and graduate programs.

3:00 -5:00:  Additional Time on the Show Floor
Return to the show floor to talk with additional vendors or attend educational sessions.  The ProMat International Expo ends at 5:00 p.m. Your ProMat badge also allows admission to Automate 2013 Automation and Robotics Show, which is being held concurrently in McCormick Place.

TRAVEL GRANTS
Travel grants will be provided to schools on a first-come, first-served basis for up to ten students and two professors per school. Additional students and faculty per school may be permitted depending on availability of funds. Transportation grants will be provided to all schools based on 10 cents per mile traveled per person (for example, five people in a car at 50 cents per mile or twelve people in a van at $1.20 per mile). This rate applies for up to 400 miles, plus parking charges. For anyone traveling over  400 mile range, the mileage reimbursement is capped at $80/person ($0.10/mile for 800 miles).

Also, for anyone traveling to McCormick Place South from over a 150 mile radius, overnight accommodation may be funded at $55 per student ($110 per professor) to defray costs. This rate only applies to the maximum of a one night stay.

Travel grants will be paid directly to departments/schools after the show unless other arrangements are needed and approved. A list of Chicago hotels with special ProMat rates can be found at http://www.promatshow.com/travel/hotels.aspx?ref=attendees
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

If you are a professor or student interested in attending the ProMat International Expo for the Material Handling Logistics Classroom Day, please contact Carmen Murphy (cmurphy at mhia.org) by December 7, 2012. We would like to have a total count of professors and students attending from your school for planning purposes.

PROMAT SHOW WEBSITE

The physical show will be from Monday, January 21 through Thursday, January 24, but the learning can start before and continue after the show at www.promatshow.com.  The ProMat 2013 website contains a virtual trade show, providing information about the exhibiting companies and their solutions.

We hope you will join us for this unique and valuable educational experience.

Carmen H. Murphy
Material Handling Industry of America
8720 Red Oak Blvd. Suite 201
Charlotte, NC 28217-3992
704-676-1190

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