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New QRM Shop Floor Mastery Cell Design and Scheduling for High-Mix, Low-Volume, and Custom Production

Upcoming Dates
  • Dec. 2-3, 2025 (D684)
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    $1,325
  • Apr. 15-16, 2026 (E062)
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    $1,495
  • Oct. 20-21, 2026 (E063)
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    $1,495
Elevate your shop floor operations with advanced strategies in cell design and scheduling tailored for high-mix, low-volume, and custom manufacturing environments. This course combines Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) principles with the innovative POLCA system to optimize production flow and reduce lead times.
Customizable
RA00057

Process Safety Management Audits for Compliance and Continuous Safety Improvement

Upcoming Dates
  • Jan. 14-16, 2026 (D294)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Jan. 20-22, 2027 (E029)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Jan. 19-21, 2028 (E037)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Learn how to conduct high-performance Process Safety Management (PSM) audits that drive compliance, continuous improvement and save your organization time and money. This hands-on course equips safety professionals with the tools to assess, report, and enhance PSM systems effectively.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00381

QRM Introduction Fundamentals of Quick Response Manufacturing

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 5, 2026 (E050)
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    $250
  • Apr. 24, 2026 (E052)
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    $250
  • Jun. 18, 2026 (E053)
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    $250
  • Aug. 6, 2026 (E054)
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    $250
  • Oct. 22, 2026 (E056)
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    $250
  • Dec. 1, 2026 (E057)
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    $250
This introductory course provides a foundational understanding of Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM), emphasizing lead time reduction to enhance organizational competitiveness. Participants will explore key strategies for eliminating inefficiencies and fostering enterprise-wide improvements.
Customizable
RA18013

New Operational Excellence Strategies for Transforming Manufacturing Performance

Upcoming Dates
  • Feb. 25-26, 2026 (E068)
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    $1,495
This two-day, advanced course helps experienced professionals design and implement an operational system that connects strategy, daily execution, and culture. Participants learn to align people, processes, and technology to drive sustained performance and resilience. Through lectures, case studies, and action planning, participants explore tools such as leader standard work, visual management, and design thinking to apply operational excellence in real settings. Through a mix of lectures, case studies, simulations, and guided action planning, participants explore leader standard work, management systems, system resilience, and design thinking. The course provides a practical and strategic approach for professionals who are ready to integrate operational excellence into their thought processes, leadership, and management.
RA00113

Introduction to Ammonia Refrigeration Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 4-6, 2026 (D295)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Sep. 30 - Oct. 2, 2026 (D300)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Mar. 3-5, 2027 (E030)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Oct. 6-8, 2027 (E035)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
  • Oct. 4-6, 2028 (E071)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,595
Explore the fundamentals of ammonia refrigeration systems and discover why this natural refrigerant is a top choice for sustainable, high-performance cooling. This course provides a practical foundation in system components, thermodynamics, safety, and best practices for immediate on-the-job application.
Customizable
Discipline: Mechanical
RA00369

QRM Strategic Leadership Driving Empowerment, Financial Success, and Sustained Gains

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 10-12, 2026 (E061)
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    $1,995
In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, operations leadership must implement Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) principles and foster a culture of empowerment, accountability, and financial acumen to drive superior and sustained results. This advanced course equips leaders with the strategic skills and insights to lead QRM initiatives, empower cross-functional teams, and make sound financial decisions supporting long-term competitiveness.
Customizable
RA00062

Engineering Calculations for PSM and RMP

Upcoming Dates
  • Mar. 25-27, 2026 (D296)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Mar. 22-26, 2027 (E031)
    Live Online
    $1,595
Master the essential engineering calculations required for OSHA’s Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA’s Risk Management Plan (RMP) compliance. This course focuses on ammonia refrigeration systems and equips you with the tools to properly document, assess, and support regulatory requirements.
Discipline: Industrial
RA01642
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