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Call for Hands-On Demonstration Proposals: IMAA 2026 Operations Seminar
The IMAA Plant Operators Committee is preparing for the 2026 Operations Seminar. This comprehensive full-day workshop focuses on aggregates mining operations maintenance for plant operators. We would like to invite our Associate Member companies to participate as a presenting vendors. To accomplish this, we are requesting presentation proposals for our Plant Operators Committee to review and select 12 varied hands-on demonstrations.
Workshop Overview
Event Format: Rotating station-based workshop
Target Audience: Aggregate plant operators and maintenance personnel, plant managers and foremen, area and regional supervisors
Expected Attendance: Up to 70 participants
Date: February 2, 2026
Location: JW Marriott Indianapolis, IN as part of the annual IMAA Winter Workshops & Trade Show
Duration: 6 hours for station rotations
Presentation Opportunity Details
Station Format:
- 25-30 minute hands-on demonstrations per session
- Multiple rotation cycles throughout the day
- Interactive, practical learning focus
- Small group format (5 to 6 participants per group; optimal learning environment)
Ideal Demonstration Topics:
- Equipment maintenance procedures
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Preventive maintenance best practices
- Safety protocols and procedures
- New technology applications
- Cost-saving maintenance strategies
- Operational efficiency improvements
What We’re Looking For
We seek industry experts who can deliver:
- Practical, hands-on demonstrations relevant to plant operators
- Interactive presentations with real equipment, tools, or working models. This may also include mock scenarios.
- Actionable knowledge participants can immediately apply
- Professional expertise in aggregates operations maintenance
- NO SALES PRESENTATIONS
Vendor Benefits
- Direct access to qualified plant operators and decision-makers
- Opportunity to showcase products/services to target audience
- Brand visibility throughout the event
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals
- Educational positioning as an industry thought leader
- Opportunity to continue conversations at you IMAA Trade Show booth
Proposal Requirements
Please provide the following information by September 15th:
- Proposed demonstration topic and detailed description
- Learning objectives for participants
- Equipment/materials you will bring for hands-on activities
- Space and setup requirements (electrical, tables, etc.)
- Presenter credentials and relevant experience
- Company background and relevant products/services
The format of this workshop would require your company to volunteer one or more individuals to make the demonstration up to 12 times throughout the 6 hour time frame for each new group of attendees. You are more than welcome to rotate presenters in and out for the demonstrations. Please submit proposals via email to katie@indmaa.org.
Next Steps
Selected vendors will be contacted by October 1st with:
- Contact information for coordination
- Details for a coordination meeting with the Plant Operators Committee
- Draft schedule and initial logistics
Questions?
Please contact Katie Allison at katie@indmaa.org with any questions about this opportunity.
We look forward to partnering with you to deliver valuable, practical training to our industry professionals.