Deppmann Academy — Detroit

Deppmann Academy — Detroit

By R.L. Deppmann Company

Join RL Deppmann this fall for a full-day seminar featuring expert insights, hands-on demos, and great networking opportunities!

Date and time

Location

Hilton Garden Inn Detroit-Southfield, MI.

26000 American Drive Southfield, MI 48034

Agenda

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Breakfast

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

The Lost Art of Parallel Pumping: Smart, Efficient, and Cost-Effective...

Brad Notter

Kyle Wefing

Join Brad Notter and Kyle Wefing for an in-depth look at the lost art of parallel pumping. This session will cover HI minimum requirements, building load profiles, and system diversity, while showing...

9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Break

9:45 AM - 10:45 AM

Domestic Hot Water Recirculation Systems

Ryan Groves

This session will cover the purpose and benefits of hot water recirculation systems, including how they improve comfort and enhance system efficiency. We’ll review key design considerations, control ...

10:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Break

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Exploring Heat Exchangers: Technologies, Types, and Applications

Mike Kennedy

Jason Winslow

Join us for an in-depth exploration of heat exchangers, where we’ll cover the fundamentals of heat transfer, including key concepts like LMTD, temperature cross, and fluid properties. We’ll walk thro...

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

From 0 to 60Hz: The Basics of Variable Frequency Drives

Nick Tabar

This presentation provides a comprehensive introduction to Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), beginning with how three-phase induction motors operate and why controlling frequency is key to motor spee...

2:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Break

2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

F & T Steam Basics – Overview of Fundamental Concepts

Mark Fine

Nick Tafelski

This presentation introduces the foundational elements of basic steam systems, emphasizing practical design and operational considerations. Key topics include steam safety relief valves, which are es...

3:15 PM - 3:30 PM

Break

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Practical Water Quality Testing for Safer Facilities

Chip Bidigare

Gary Rutman

Ensuring safe, reliable water in institutional facilities requires more than routine sampling—it demands a strategic approach that links testing data to actionable decisions. This session will explor...

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Oktoberfest Themed Happy Hour

Featuring drinks and snacks provided by local trucks or catering at the venue.

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Highlights

  • 9 hours
  • In person

Highlights

  • 9 hours
  • In person

About this event

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Join RL Deppmann for the 2025 Deppmann Academy — a full-day seminar covering key topics like parallel pumping, variable frequency drives, heat exchangers, and water quality solutions. Led by industry experts, this event offers practical insights, hands-on demos, and networking opportunities. Attendees will earn PDH credits while learning strategies to improve system performance and stay current with industry trends.

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R.L. Deppmann Company

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Nov 12 · 8:00 AM EST