CLEVELAND, WI–

A Leveraging Lean Through Automation and Robotics Manufacturing Symposium will be presented at Lakeshore Technical College on May 7 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The symposium is ideal for manufacturers interested in automation and robotics, regardless of whether they currently use lean processes. The symposium will focus on the application of automation and robotics technology into manufacturing operations to optimize work flow. It will include three speakers and a manufacturers’ roundtable discussion.

The three speakers and their topics will be:

• Dr. Henrik Christensen, KUKA chair of robotics and professor of computing at the Georgia Institute of Technology, presenting “The Case for Automation;”
• Jody Zepnick, of Zepnick Solutions, Inc., presenting “Practical Applications for Automation and Robotics;” and
• Norm Roller, principal at Suby, Von Haden & Associates, S.C., presenting “How to Finance Automation and Robotics.”

LTC is one of five Wisconsin technical colleges presenting the symposium in simulcast format. Attendees at all locations will hear the speakers’ presentations live and be able to ask questions about leveraging lean in their organizations.

Continental breakfast and sign-in will begin at 7:15 a.m. The class number is 28049, and the fee is $50. To attend the symposium at LTC, register by calling 888-GO-TO-LTC (888-468-6582), ext. 1366, or going online to www.gotoltc.com/seminars.

For more information, contact Ruth Semph at 888-468-6582, ext.1167; 920-693-1167; or Ruth.Semph@gotoltc.edu.

About Lakeshore Technical College
Lakeshore Technical College is a leading provider of technical education offering 100 career programs including associate degrees, technical diplomas, technical certificates, and apprenticeship programs. In addition, LTC offers distance learning, customized training to business and industry, and continuing educational opportunities.

Serving a 200,500-resident population in east central Wisconsin, LTC operates a main campus in Cleveland; additional learning sites at LTC Manitowoc and LTC Sheboygan; outreach centers at area high schools in Kiel, Mishicot, Plymouth, Random Lake, Reedsville, and Two Rivers; and 27 distance learning sites. LTC’s mission is to enrich lives and strengthen the economy by preparing a workforce that is skilled, diverse and flexible. On average, 79% of LTC graduates work in the LTC District which includes Manitowoc and Sheboygan Counties, and parts of Calumet and Ozaukee Counties. Visit LTC at: gotoltc.edu.