The Vermiculite Association Annual Meeting

The Vermiculite Association
Annual Meeting
June 16 – 18, 2016
Park Hotel, Amsterdam
TVA’s Annual Meeting is being held
in conjunction with GreenTech,
the global meeting place for
all professionals involved in
horticulture technology.
Hall 8
Plan to attend and
Stand number:
visit TVA’s stand!
08.100
2016 TVA ANNUAL MEETING SCHEDULE
THURSDAY, JUNE 16
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | 1800 – 1900
Reception
Dinner on your own
FRIDAY, JUNE 17
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | 0800 – 0830
Registration
8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | 0830 – 0900
Welcome to Attendees/Introductions
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | 0900 – 1000 Vermiculite: What a Mixture
Professor Stephen Hillier, The James Hutton Institute
This session describes an adventure to elucidate the
mechanism of exfoliation of vermiculite. Vermiculite is clearly
an interesting mixture, and the perspective gained is one that
is also relevant for studies of its origins and benefits in soils.
10:05 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. | 1005 – 1105 The TORBED Vermiculite Exfoliation Process
Martin A. Groszek, Torftech Group
The TORBED ™ furnace has been used for exfoliating vermiculite
since 1983 and a numerous installations have been commissioned
over the past 30 years. This presentation will provide an overview
of the technology, current applications and details on how the
TORBED furnace system operates and how a complete plant
installation may be configured as well as possible routes for
development of the TORBED furnace to operating costs.
11:10 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. | 1110 – 1210 Vertical Farming and Vermiculite: Looking to the Future
Andrew Carter, Association for Vertical Farming
Vertical farming is the utilization of hydroponic methods in a
three-dimensional space either utilizing layers or vertical
orientation of growing methods. The Association of Vertical
Farming (AVF) is an internationally active non-profit organization
of individuals, companies, research institutions and universities
focusing on advancing these technologies, designs and
businesses. AVF is leading the vertical farming movement to
facilitate healthy food, green jobs, environmental protection and
climate change resilience globally.
This session will provide a brief overview of the vertical farming
industry and how The Vermiculite Association and the Association
for Vertical Farming can collaborate.
12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. | 1215 – 1345
Lunch and Annual Business Meeting
1:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. | 1345 – 1400
Compact Exfoliate Vermiculite Machine
Refael Dayan, Green 2000
2016 TVA ANNUAL MEETING SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, JUNE 17 (continued)
2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. | 1400 – 1445
Dry Bulk Cargo Handling in the Port of Amsterdam
Marcel Gorris, Port of Amsterdam
2:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | 1445 – 1530
Best Practices
John Addison
3:35 p.m. – 4:35 p.m. | 1535 – 1635
Globally Harmonized System of Classification and
GHS Hazard Inversion
Don Ewert, IH, RJ Lee Group, Inc.
In 2003, the United Nations adopted a Globally Harmonized System
of Classification and Labeling (GHS). This agreement requires that
manufacturers and distributors operating in the United States brand
their products according to the GHS system of hazard classification
using predetermined cut-off concentrations. A result of this
categorization (or reclassification for products already on the
market) has been “Classification Shock” as products, formerly
distributed as nonhazardous, are now reclassified as a hazardous
material, impacting both the producers and their downstream users.
RJ Lee Group has developed a step-wise solution to Classification Shock that has been successfully applied to a number of
nonhazardous products. In addition, the company recently
developed an extremely sensitive analytical tool, capable of
accurately determining weight concentration for each molecular
species in material, allowing us to irrefutably invert the hazard
classification associated with a number of products.
This presentation describes the process of real-world reclassification for mineral products and gives producers the information they need
to achieve GHS hazard inversion on their own.
ChemSEM: Eliminating Vermiculite Interference from
Asbestos Analysis
Bryan R. Bandli, Ph.D., RJ Lee Group, Inc.
This discussion focuses on recent improvements in the analytical
capabilities available for one of our most hazardous particulates: asbestos. The presentation will focus on the development of a
new technique for accurately quantifying the asbestiform mineral
content of vermiculite containing materials. It also provides a
background in vermiculite mining and an overview of the methods
currently employed for determining the asbestos type and
percentage in vermiculite containing products worldwide.
4:35 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | 1635 – 1730
Board of Directors Meeting - Open to all TVA Members
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | 1730 – 1830
Reception
6:30 p.m. | 1830
Dinner
2016 TVA ANNUAL MEETING SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, JUNE 18
8:00 a.m. | 0800 Attendees Participating in Tour Meet in Lobby
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | 0830 – 1630
Wageningen University Experimental Glass House Tour
Wageningen UR Greenhouse Horticulture develops new sustainable
concepts for crop production as well as innovative technologies for
greenhouse construction, climate control, energy saving and
efficient energy conversion.
Dr. Wim Voogt will provide a short introduction into soilless
culture and hydroponics, the necessity of high porous media,
and the effect of vermiculite as germination substrate and potting
soil amendment.
Nursery Van der Lugt BV Tour
Nursery Van der Lugt BV is a family business founded in 1920
which has traditionally specialized in the cultivation of young
vegetable plants for the professional vegetable growers.
ANNUAL MEETING INFORMATION
Registration Fees
Delegate registration includes all meetings, education sessions, lunches, evening events and tours.
Companion registration includes the reception on Thursday, the lunch, reception and dinner on Friday,
and the tour on Saturday. All fees are in US Dollars (USD).
Delegate
Com panion
Member Fees:
US$950 US$400
GreenTech: 14-15-16 June 2016
Amsterdam RAI Exhibition and Convention Centre
Europaplein 22, 1078 GZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
GreenTech is the global meeting place for all professionals involved in horticulture technology in RAI
Amsterdam. The 2016 edition features 350+ international exhibitors including all the market leaders,
four connected themes: Crops, Water, Energy and Biobased, a Vertical Farming Pavilion and Demo area
for heavy equipment and machinery.
TVA is exhibiting at GreenTech! Plan to attend or volunteer at TVA’s stand. Set up is Monday, June 13
and volunteers will work the stand from Tuesday, June 14 through Thursday, June 16.
Location: Hall 8
Stand number: 08.100
Opening Hours
The exhibition will be open to visitors on:
Tuesday, 14 June 2016 10.00 – 18.00 hrs
Wednesday, 15 June 2016 10.00 – 18.00 hrs
Thursday, 16 June 2016 10.00 – 18.00 hrs
ANNUAL MEETING INFORMATION
Hotel and Transportation
Park Hotel
Stadhouderskade 25
1071 ZD Amsterdam
Netherlands
Located next to the Leidse Square, the Museum Square, the
shopping district of P.C. Hooftstraat and Vondelpark, the Park
Hotel offers the perfect location for your stay in Amsterdam.
All meeting events and transportation are centered around the official host hotel. To maximize your
enjoyment, comfort and ability to attend all programming, we highly recommend that you book your stay
at this location. TVA has contracted with the Park Hotel to offer a limited number of discounted rooms. The
discounted room rate will be available until March 11, or until the room block has been filled. Reservations
are the responsibility of the attendee and we encourage you to make your arrangements quickly, for the
best price and availability. Hotel rooms can be booked for June 12 – 18, 2016 at the following rates:
Superior rooms, single use: €217.50
Superior rooms, double use: €236.00
Room rates include breakfast, VAT and internet. Rate does not include a 5% city tax. Reservations can be
made online by clicking here, by email at hello@parkhotel.nl or by calling +31 (0) 20 671 1222.
Parking Information
The Park Hotel offers in-house parking facilities; however, availability is limited, so early reservations are
recommended. Parking rates per hour are €6.00 or €65.00 for a full day.
Parking reservations can be made by email at reservations@parkhotel.nl or by calling +31 (0) 20 671 1222.
In the event that the hotel parking is full, a public parking garage (Q-Park Byzantium or Q-Park
Museumplein) is available a few meters from the hotel. For more information, please visit www.q-park.nl.
Transportation Information
Schiphol Airport has several car rental businesses if you wish to obtain your own transportation. Rental
car businesses are located at Schiphol Plaza directly behind Arrivals 3. Remember to bring a valid driver’s
license, valid credit card and additional proof of identification such as a passport.
Avis
www.avis.nl
+31 (0) 88 284 7620
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
www.enterprise.nl
+31 (0) 20 740 1950
Hertz
www.hertz.nl
+31 (0) 20 502 0240
Budget
www.budget.nl
+31 (0) 88 2847 500
Europcar
www.europcar.nl
+31 (0) 20 316 4190
Sixt
www.sixt.nl
+31 (0) 20 405 9090
Schiphol Airport also offers shuttles for individuals and/or groups. Reservations are recommended.
Visit www.schiphol.nl for more information.
TAXI-E is a 100% green taxi service. TAXI-E provides full electric transportation within the centre of
Amsterdam and to/from the Schiphol Airport. Visit www.taxielectric.nl/en or call +31 (0) 88 100 4444.
ANNUAL MEETING INFORMATION
Dining and Entertainment
Places to Eat
MOMO (onsite restaurant and bar)
Cuisine: Japanese, Asian, Spanish, Fusion
Dine from the comfort of the hotel at MOMO Restaurant, Bar and Lounge. This trendy restaurant blends the
flavors and colors of the Far East with the style and sophistication of the West.
BAR-becue Castell (approximately 0.1 miles from host hotel)
Cuisine: Steakhouse, Barbecue, Dutch, European
In addition to high quality steaks, Castell provides a cozy, homey atmosphere. This hidden gem is a must
visit in Amsterdam.
RIJKS® (approximately 0.2 miles from host hotel)
Cuisine: French, Dutch, European
RIJKS® is the restaurant of the Rijksmuseum. The restaurant continues the line of the Rijksmuseum: quality,
authenticity, uniqueness, translated into the kitchen, the chefs, the interior and the location.
Players Food & Drinks (approximately 0.1 miles from host hotel)
Cuisine: Dutch, International, Grill, Pub
Players Food & Drinks is a bar-restaurant on the Leidseplein in Amsterdam city center. The versatile menu
offers delicious snacks and tasty dishes prepared with fresh ingredients.
Lombardo’s (approximately 0.3 miles from the host hotel)
Cuisine: American, Delicatessen
At Lombardo’s, “it’s all about the taste!” That’s the motto behind their approach to offering only the best
and seeking out the highest quality ingredients available. Voted among the best burgers in Amsterdam.
Things to Do
Rijksmuseum (approximately 0.1 miles from the host hotel)
www.rijksmuseum.nl
The Rijksmuseum is the museum of the Netherlands. Dedicated to arts and history, the renovated museum
tells the story of the Netherlands from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. The most famous masterpiece
is Rembrandt’s “Night Watch.”
Van Gogh Museum (approximately 0.2 miles from the host hotel)
www.vangoghmuseum.nl
Discover the world’s largest collection of works by Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh at the Van Gogh
Museum, featuring masterpieces such as Sunflowers, Almond Blossom and The Bedroom.
Pianobar Maxim (approximately 0.1 miles from host hotel)
www.pianobarmaxim.com
The one and only pianobar in Amsterdam. A classic pianobar with live entertainment seven days a week.
Context Amsterdam Tours (approximately 0.2 miles from host hotel)
www.contexttravel.com
Led by local scholars for a group of up to six, tours cover the history and architecture of Amsterdam,
including topics such as the Dutch Golden Age, Jews in Amsterdam and a tour of the Rijksmuseum.
Concertgebouw (approximately 0.4 miles from host hotel)
www.concertgebouw.nl
Renowned for its exceptional acoustics, the Royal Concertgebouw is one of the world’s most famous
concert halls. Behind-the-scenes tours provide a look into the concert hall’s rich history.
The Vermiculite Association Annual Meeting
June 16 – 18, 2016
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Registration Form – Registration & Cancellation Deadline is June 3, 2016
Join The Vermiculite Association for its Annual Meeting in Amsterdam, the Netherlands! The event
promises top-notch speakers, fascinating tours and the best opportunity to network with others in the
industry. To attend, please fill out the registration form and return it to the association headquarters:
The Vermiculite Association, 2207 Forest Hills Drive, Harrisburg, PA 17112 or fax to 717-238-9985
Business Name: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Fax: ATTENDEE
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Companion: US$400
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PAYMENT INFORMATION TOTAL AMOUNT DUE: US$
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(made payable to “The Vermiculite Association” in USD)
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+ Please contact finance@vermiculite.org for wire transfer details.
Card Number: Exp. Date: 3-Digit Security Code: Cardholder Name (please print): Cardholder Signature: Billing Address: City: State: Zip: Country: If you have questions regarding the meeting, please call association headquarters
at 717-238-9902 or email events@vermiculite.org.