Metal Belt Calender User Group Conference
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Date: August 25-27th, 2026
Location: Vancouver, WA
Preliminary agenda
Monday, August 24th - Meet & greet - 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 25th - Conference - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wedneday, August 26th - Nippon, Longview mill tour
Thursday, August 27th - Team building activity
Join fellow metal belt calender users, maintenance professionals, and Valmet experts for an interactive Metal Belt Calender User Group Conference (MBUG) focused on reliability, performance, and operational best practices.
This unique event is designed to bring together industry professionals to share experiences, review real operational challenges, and explore practical solutions that improve metal belt performance and extend service life.
Through a mix of expert presentations, live demonstrations, and collaborative problem-solving sessions, participants will gain valuable insights into metal belt maintenance, operation, and reliability strategies.
Participants are encouraged to bring their own questions, challenges, and experiences for open discussion with Valmet specialists and industry peers.
Who should attend
This conference is designed for:
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Mill maintenance personnel
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Operations professionals working with metal belt systems
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Reliability engineers
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Anyone interested in improving metal belt performance and extending service life
What you’ll learn
During the conference, participants will:
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Explore recommended maintenance techniques and procedures for metal belts
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Discuss operational concepts and performance optimization strategies
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Review belt reliability and maintenance management practices
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Learn how to identify and address common performance issues
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Participate in interactive demonstrations and troubleshooting sessions
Our team of mechanical maintenance and metal belt calender experts will also be available to help address specific operational or reliability questions from attendees.
Hotel accommodations
Hilton Vancouver Washington
301 W. 6th Street
Vancouver, WA 98660
Book your hotel reservation today
For any questions, please contact Jennifer Vallee: jennifer.vallee@valmet.com