MSI Oil Field Products, a provider of thread protection products for the energy industry and Tejas Tubular Products, a provider of drill pipes and other products to the oil industry make products certified by the American Petroleum Institute, which requires that each part's history be documented so it can be traced back to a specific batch of steel. Hear how these two organizations use RFID to track production, validate quality and boost efficiencies in their manufacturing operations.

Speaker:

Konrad Konarski, Co-Founder, Oil & Gas RFID Solution Group Consortium

Takeaway:

• Understanding the benefits of using RFID with steel production
• Best practices for achieving high read rates within the validation process

Texas A&M's Disaster City is the site of a successful proof-of-concept project for personnel and mission-critical asset tracking, utilizing an RFID system. The system was designed for use with a variety of purposes, including underground mine safety and communications, subterranean building safety and communications, indoor/outdoor personnel and moveable asset tracking, and security concerns. In this session, hear the project's results, including how a reprogrammable tag can be employed for continuous updating and tracking of equipment to monitor ongoing operation and maintenance.

Speaker:

Dr. Ben Zoghi, Professor & Director, RFID/Sensor Laboratory, Texas A&M University

Takeaway:

• The advantages of employing RFID to track cable reels and other materials subject to significant movement within a yard area
• How to save time by using RFID technology on a jobsite to locate and identify the correct part or tool required at any point in construction, thereby eliminating any errors in the identification process

Despite its potential for driving business value, RFID creates significant demands on an organization. In this session, learn how to minimize risks while increasing the likelihood of a well-executed project. From early-stage analysis through implementation, there are tools and methods every corporate IT or project manager can use to ensure success.

Speaker:

Timo Nurminen, CEO, Frontier Consulting

Takeaway:

• Best-practice methods for all types of RFID projects
• Practical lessons from real case studies managed by the speaker