GEAPS provides a series of webinars throughout the year. Presented by industry experts, these interactive webinars are designed with grain industry professional in mind—about topics you care about.
We welcome you to join us for these webinars to learn, ask questions and connect with the presenter and others.
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Upcoming Webinars
Lessons from the Fire: A Firsthand Account of a Grain Dryer Fire at MAC
April 29, 2025
12 p.m. Central
In October 2009, a fire broke out in a grain dryer at Michigan Agricultural Commodities’ (MAC) Marlette facility. Fires in grain handling facilities can be devastating, and understanding how they start, spread, and are managed is crucial for preventing future incidents.
Join Chuck Kunisch, longtime safety and operations leader at MAC, as he shares firsthand insights from this event. Through real images and a detailed account of the incident, Chuck will walk participants through the challenges faced, lessons learned, and key takeaways for grain industry professionals. Attendees will gain valuable perspectives on risk mitigation, fire response planning, and best practices to improve safety protocols at their own facilities.
Disclaimer:
The information presented in this webinar is based on firsthand experience and observations following the October 2009 grain dryer fire at MAC’s Marlette facility. These insights do not represent official policies of MAC or the grain dryer manufacturer. We are not trained firefighters, and every grain dryer model has its own specific fire control procedures. It is critical to read your dryer’s operator manual, consult your grain dryer manufacturer, and work with your local fire department to develop a fire response plan tailored to your facility.
About the Speaker
Chuck Kunisch
Safety and Compliance Manager
Michigan Agricultural Commodities (MAC)
Chuck Kunisch is a highly respected safety and operations leader in the grain industry, with decades of experience in grain handling, facility management, and risk mitigation. As the Safety and Compliance Manager for Michigan Agricultural Commodities (MAC), Chuck has played a key role in shaping safety programs and operational best practices across MAC’s facilities.
In addition to his work at MAC, Chuck has been an active leader within GEAPS (Grain Elevator and Processing Society), serving on the GEAPS Board of Directors and contributing to key educational initiatives aimed at improving safety and efficiency in the grain industry.
The Need for a Universal Measurement Tool for the Grain Industry
May 14, 2025
12 p.m. Central
Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the critical role of grain quality data in the grain supply chain. Discover how a universal grain quality measurement solution can transform the industry, optimize operations, and enhance efficiency. Key topics include:
- The Importance of Grain Quality Data: Understand why accurate and timely grain quality data is essential for every stakeholder in the supply chain.
- Diverse Needs and Impacts: Explore the varying requirements for quality data across different segments of the supply chain and how this data influences decision-making and operational processes.
- Introducing the SCIO Solution for Grain: Learn how SCIO’s innovative technology provides a comprehensive and efficient solution for measuring grain quality throughout the supply chain.
- Revolutionizing Quality Control: Witness how SCIO’s solution can streamline quality control processes, improve traceability, and enable data-driven insights for better decision-making.
This webinar is brought to us by SCIO. By participating in this webinar, you are agreeing to share your contact information with SCIO. Join us for this special promotional webinar brought to you by:
About the Speakers
Damian Goldring, Ph.D.
Co-Founder & CTO
SCIO
Damian Goldring is an accomplished electronics and electro-optics engineer with a Ph.D. from Tel Aviv University (2009), specializing in nano-photonics. He brings extensive expertise in areas such as silicon photonics, electro-optical effects, diffractive optics, and photovoltaics. His professional background includes substantial project management experience gained through leading multi-disciplinary initiatives in the Israeli Air Force. Damian’s technical specialties include nano-optics design, clean room processes, and free space optics design, complemented by his strong leadership in managing complex engineering projects.
Bryce Eger
Vice President, Seeds Research and Development
Corteva Agriscience
Bryce Eger is a people-centric, results-focused executive. He is passionate about driving growth by aligning operations, marketing, sales, and finance to achieve. Thriving on building empowered teams and fostering engaging cultures, Bryce creates workplaces where people flourish. In his thirty years of experience in agriculture, including leading one of Canada’s largest mergers, Bryce has instilled a belief in transparent leadership and cultivating potential. His efforts aim to dream big, enjoy the journey, and create exceptional workplaces and business results together.
NFPA 660: The New Standard on Combustible Dusts
May 21, 2025
12 p.m. Central
The long-anticipated NFPA 660: Standard for Combustible Dusts and Particulate Solids was published on December 6, 2024, and is now in effect for the Oilseeds Industry and all industries handling combustible dusts. This standard consolidates and replaces NFPA 61, which the Oilseeds Industry has followed since 1923, and NFPA 652, which introduced the requirement for Dust Hazard Analyses (DHAs) in 2015. The goal of NFPA 660 is to provide a single, comprehensive guideline for managing combustible dust hazards by:
- Enhancing safety through clear protocols for identifying, assessing, and managing dust hazards.
- Simplifying compliance by resolving inconsistencies and providing a unified reference for dust safety.
- Preventing explosions and fires through best practices for hazard control, including DHA requirements and strategies for explosion protection and ignition control.
- Establishing a consolidated standard for enforcement by Insurance Providers and local Fire Marshals.
This presentation will provide an overview of the development of NFPA 660 and examine its impact on the Oilseeds Industry.
This webinar is brought to us by ADF Engineering. By participating in this webinar, you are agreeing to share your contact information with ADF Engineering. Join us for this special promotional webinar brought to you by:
About the Speaker
Matt Williamson, P.E.
Director of Engineering
ADF Engineering
Matt Williamson, P.E., is the Director of Engineering at ADF and has over 30 years of experience in process engineering and project management. He is a leading expert in dust mitigation and has conducted over 100 DHAs across a variety of industries. Matt is an internationally recognized authority on combustible dust and related regulations, having been published in multiple industry magazines and featured as a recurring guest on the Dust Safety Science Podcast. He earned a degree in chemical engineering from the University of Kentucky, is a licensed professional engineer, and is a member of the American Oil Chemists Society. As a leader at ADF Engineering, Matt guides a team of engineers on process development and improvement projects in the Food, Feed, Bioscience, and Consumer Product industries.
Previous Webinars
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