March 16-19, 2015 Nashville, Tennessee, USA www.appliedergoconference.org
APPLIED ERGONOMICS CONFERENCE 2015 The AEC 2015, presented by GOErgo is one of the largest and most impressive ergonomics conferences in North America. Presenters are practitioners sharing real-world experiences and practical solutions to common problems in industry.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS CONFERENCE 2015
APPLIED ERGONOMICS CONFERENCE 2015 GOErgo supports the Annual Applied Ergonomics Conference and Expo, a conference where attendees gather from around the world to share best practices with other professionals in ergonomics, healthcare, safety, human resources and risk management. GOErgo is a community within IIE, an international, nonprofit association that provides leadership for the application, education, training, research, and development of industrial engineers, human factors/ergonomics professionals, healthcare providers and related professions.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS CONFERENCE 2015
APPLIED ERGONOMICS CONFERENCE 2015 Attend a keynote presentation, where renowned experts set the tone for the various sections of the conference. Attend multidisciplinary educational sessions for all experience levels. Attend a poster session, where presenters from around the world highlight their programs and share their successful ideas.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS CONFERENCE 2015 Expand your knowledge of crucial topics affecting the ergonomics community. Join in on the roundtable discussions and share opinions, strategies, new initiatives and brainstorm on various topics. Come early and attend one or two of the interactive pre-conference workshops.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS CONFERENCE 2015 The internationally recognized Ergo Cup competition provides an exciting opportunity for companies to highlight their successful ergonomic solutions. The Exhibit Hall offers you the opportunity to explore and discuss with expert vendors the breadth and depth of new and favorite ergonomic products, services, books, online services, tools, and technologies.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS CONFERENCE 2015 Enjoy networking events and activities that provide opportunities for attendees to have some fun, catch up with fellow attendees, and meet new contacts in the industry. Facility tours offer an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at ergonomics in action at various facilities in a variety of industries.
KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS
ORAL AND POSTER PRESENTATIONS Presented in the following areas: Accessibility Through Ergonomics Applied (Translational) Research Design, Product Design and Evaluation and Modeling Diverse and Global Workforce Ergonomics Programs/Policies/Auditing the Ergonomics Process Flexible Workforce Manufacturing Applications and Case Studies Master Track Material Handling in the Industrial Workplace Office Ergonomics Programs and Applications Potpourri Tools and Technology for Practitioners
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
POSTER PRESENTATIONS
ERGO CUP COMPETITION The goal of this competition is to recognize and encourage the development of innovative ergonomics solutions and education in the workplace. Any organization that can demonstrate an effective ergonomics solution or education initiative within the last 24 months (November 2012-2014) is eligible to compete. The ergonomic solution preferably should have been implemented at least 1 (one) full year and actual productivity, safety ROI results should be presented.
ERGO CUP COMPETITION There are five Ergo Cup Categories: Team-driven workplace solutions Team-driven workplace solutions Ergo Cup internal competition Engineering/ergonomist-driven workplace solutions Engineering/ergonomist-driven workplace solutions - Ergo Cup internal competition Ergonomics Program Improvement Initiatives
ERGO CUP COMPETITION
ERGO CUP COMPETITION
ERGO CUP COMPETITION
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES There are three main activities: The First Timer s Orientation: it assists conference attendees in navigating the conference program and activities. Ergo Quiz Bowl: teams compete in their knowledge of ergonomic facts, fiction and folklore in this fast-paced quiz game. Networking Event: each year, we seek out a local venue and create an opportunity for attendees to gather in a relaxed atmosphere of sharing and networking.
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
EXHIBIT HALL Visit the exhibit hall and take advantage of this unique collection of new products, solutions and ideas focused on ergonomics.
EXHIBIT HALL
AEC 2015 KEY DATES July 15 : August 15: August 22: September 19: September 26: November 7: November 28: Abstract submission site open Practitioner & Student Nominations open Ergo Cup submission site open Registration open Abstract submission deadline Poster submission deadline Ergo Cup submission deadline
AEC 2015 LINKS Abstract Submission Site: https://www.xcdsystem.com/appliedergo/abstract/index.cfm?id= GsvswTU Ergo Cup Submission Site: https://www.xcdsystem.com/appliedergo/abstract/index.cfm?id= OQGq59v Ergo Cup Information: http://www.iienet2.org/ergo/conference/details.aspx?id=8956 Registration: http://www.iienet2.org/ergo/conference/details.aspx?id=6928 Program: http://www.iienet2.org/ergo/conference/details.aspx?id=7016
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE 2015 APPLIED ERGONOMICS CONFERENCE IN NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE, USA FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE AEC 2015, PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE www.appliedergoconference.org OR WATCH A VIDEO REVIEW OF OUR LAST CONFERENCE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qvngh0t2_0