Taking place in the Expo Hall, ABMA’s Technical Consultants, Kim Black and Mike Valentino will be hosting an exciting Ask the Experts Series with 4 of the top names in the industry. Together, Kim and Mike have more than 60 years of experience in the boiler industry. We expect these to be among the most informative sessions you’ll get in this or any other year! The questions will focus on what supply chain partners should know about boiler technology and your boiler room, along with insights on pitfalls and opportunities.
THURSDAY, MAY 2
Exhibit Hall Stage
11:00 AM
Ask the Boiler Detective
Avoiding Hidden Dangers in the Boiler Room
Ray Wohlfarth, Fire & Ice
Ray Wohlfarth is President of Fire & Ice Heating & Cooling, headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA.
Ray is an international author of 16 books, and his articles have appeared in many publications including Plumbing & Mechanical, Mechanical Business, RSES, PM Engineer, HeatingHelp.com, Master Brewers Association, National Board Bulletin, Green Building Research, and Engineered Systems Magazines.
1:30 PM
Ask the Boiler Contractor
Choosing the Right Service Partner
Jerry Wills, Modern Industrial Combustion Solutions
Jerry (Jay) Wills has 37 years in the HVAC and Boiler Industry. Modern Industrial Combustion Solutions provides troubleshooting, service, and maintenance on boilers, burners, and boiler room equipment.
For the last 28 years, Jerry has specialized in the industrial and commercial boiler markets.
3:15 PM
Ask the Boiler Educator
Creating the Knowledgeable Technicians
Eric Johnson, BOILEARN
Eric Johnson is the Founder and CEO of Boilearn; which is a company dedicated to helping others learn about the boiler world.
Previously, Eric was a service technician in the commercial/ industrial boiler and burner industry where he found his love for all things boilers.
FRIDAY, MAY 3
Exhibit Hall Stage
11:00 AM
Ask the Boiler Inspector
The Ins and Outs of Boiler Inspection
Bob Becker, Colorado Chief Boiler Inspector
Bob has worked for the boiler inspection group in Colorado for the past 17 years, and has served as the Chief Boiler Inspector for the past 6 years.
Bob serves as the face of the Boiler Inspection Program in the State, and is the representative for Colorado as a Member of the National Board of Boiler Inspectors.