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Date: | April 18-20, 2023 |
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Location: | Various locations |
This event is now closed for online registration |
Generation School offers participants valuable classroom and hands-on instruction plus networking opportunities for generator operators and technicians. Whether a seasoned operator or just starting out in the field, all can benefit.
This year we will offer in-plant, hands-on instruction on Caterpillar, Cooper/Enterprise, and Fairbanks Morse engine sets. Attendees will also tour Integrated Power Systems and the city of Litchfield's generation facilities.
When registering, please indicate preference for hands-on instruction. NOTE: Generation School takes place at multiple locations. See below for details.
Location: Hutchinson Event Center, 1005 Hwy 15 South, Plaza 15, Hutchinson
12:00–1:00 Registration/check-in
1:00–1:15 Welcome and introductions
1:15–2:00 Arc flash study rules and regulations
2:30–4:30 Tours (Integrated Power Services and the city of Litchfield’s generation facilities)
5:30–7:30 Welcome Reception at the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, 416 Prospect Street NE, Hutchinson
Sponsored by:
Location: Glencoe Power Plant, 305 11th Street East, Glencoe, MN
8:30–4:00 Introduction and safety briefing
8:30–4:00 Hands-on training
NOTE: Participants need to select ONE of the following when registering.
Hands-on instruction at the plants will include such topics as:
Location: Glencoe Power Plant, 305 11th Street East, Glencoe, MN
8:30–9:30 Best practices for start up procedures
9:45–11:30 Rules and regulations for emissions compliance - Donna Oehm, Power Plant Compliance Inc.
11:30–12:00 Wrap-up and evaluations
Schedule subject to change without notice.
PPE required for tours and hands-on training in the plants. NOTE: Ear plugs will be provided.
Member Rate: $515 per person
Non-member Rate: $690 per person
NOTE: Registration fee increases $50 on March 18.
Fee includes: workshop tuition, materials, refreshment breaks, lunch on Wednesday and a certificate of attendance. Participants are responsible for all transportation and lodging.
Deadline to register is March 27, 2023.
Cancellations are subject to a $35 charge per person if received by 4:30 pm on March 27, 2023. No refunds issued after March 27.
MMUA has negotiated reduced room rates starting at $119/night, not including tax. Please call the hotel directly to make reservation and ask for the "MMUA-Generation School" room block.
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites
416 Prospect Street NE
Hutchinson, Minnesota
Phone: 320-587-7777
Note: Availability is limited and the reduced rate cannot be guaranteed. The room block will close on March 14. We suggest you make your reservation as early as possible!
Participants will receive a certificate of attendance. Watch for an email notification from MMUA after the event.
By registering for this event I/we authorize Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association (MMUA) to photograph me at this event and use such photographs in MMUA marketing materials (both electronic and print). I/we understand that I/we will not be paid for giving this consent.
Contact Theresa Neddermeyer by calling 763.551.1230 or email tneddermeyer@mmua.org.
A printable version of the Generation School brochure is also available.
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