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GEAPS Comes to PortlandPhoto: Bruce Forster/ViewfindersExchange 2011, GEAPS’ 82nd annual international technicalconference and exposition, will bring GEAPerS from aroundthe world to beautiful Portland, Ore. Just west of the snowcappedCascade Range and a short drive from the PacificOcean, Portland is a top vacation destination. So just think;we get to enjoy professional development and a scenic locationin the same trip. (Two for the price of one!)The Exchange 2011 trade show and educational programwill take place at the Oregon Convention Center, the largestconvention center in the Pacific Northwest. Located nearthe heart of charming downtown Portland, this convenientlocation puts the city at your fingertips. Recognized byPopular Science as the “Greenest City in America,” Portland ison the cutting-edge of contemporary culture. The performingand fine arts represent Portland’s creative side, while thedowntown city parks, ranging in size from 37 to 5,000 acres,represent its natural side. If wandering through one of Portland’scountless museums doesn’t interest you, then checkout one of its 28 microbreweries or take in a sporting eventat the Rose Garden.As Portland is home to one of the highest volume grain exportwaterways, GEAPS members will have no trouble fittingin to its warm, welcoming atmosphere. Inside the OregonConvention Center, the grain industry will reign supreme.With over 350 booths filling the 135,000 sq. ft. expo hall,there will be no shortage of things to see, information tolearn, and people to meet. A host of educational opportunitieswill be offered including a bin sweep workshop andhands-on, equipment-oriented pod sessions, which aredesigned to build the Exchange 2011 program that’s rightfor you.Browse through the following pages to learn more abouteducational sessions that will be offered, the exhibitorsthat will be present, events planned and much more. Thisinformational brochure should convince you that attendingExchange 2011 is an absolute steal. With the opportunitiesfor networking and professional development, you can’t affordnot to attend…We hope to see you in Portland for Exchange 2011.GEAPSThe Grain Elevator and Processing Society4248 Park Glen Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55416 USAPhone (952) 928-4640; Fax (952) 929-1318www.geaps.com2The Knowledge Resource for the World of Grain Handling Industry Operations

EDUCATIONIf you’re serious about your job and interested in helpingyour company, you find ways to learn and grow. And if youcan’t find great ways to learn and grow at Exchange 2011, youaren’t looking very hard. Over three days, we’ll be providingmore than 30 hours of focused education programs, allgeared for people in grain operations and related professions.The topics range from pressing issues and regulatory updatesto facility safety, equipment maintenance and grain-qualitymanagement.There are numerous highlights. The opening workshop, amorning-long program featuring several experts, will addressthe industry’s bin entry, bin sweep dilemma. Another sessionwill provide a first-person account of how his company respondedto a grain-dryer fire. An expert in electrical safety willdiscuss the hazards of arc flash and an insurance professionalwill provide advice about premiums. Idea Exchange will offer16 six-minute presentations, all about equipment new to theindustry. And 12 expo-hall “pods” will offer demonstrationsand provide hands-on opportunities with a variety of safetyequipment.“The education program is outstanding, and relevant to people in the grain industry because GEAPS members suggestedthe topics!" said Ken Schmenk, chairman of GEAPS’ Educational Programming Committee. "EPC members areheavily involved in grain operations as part of their jobs, and they have extensive knowledge of what we all do on adaily basis. This is reflected in the quality of speakers and final educational sessions scheduled for the Portland GEAPSExchange. We are excited about our final product, and look forward to sharing timely information with attendees."4IDEA EXCHANGESixteen people with bright ideas or products new to the grain operations industryhave been selected to make presentations at GEAPS’ Idea Exchange this year. Theprogram, set for Sunday, Feb. 27, will give each participant time on stage to explaintheir innovations.The GEAPS Educational Programming Committee selected the final presenters atits Nov. 8 meeting in Minneapolis, Minn. The EPC reviews applications in detail andselects those most appropriate for presentation.Idea Exchange has two parts. One, “What’s New?,” provides a forum for participantsto discuss products that are new to the industry, or which have unique, newfeatures. The other part, “Why Don’t They?... I Did!,” focuses on innovations madeat grain facilities that others could find useful. Participants in Idea Exchange thisyear selected by GEAPS’ Educational Programming Committee:Why Don’t They?... I Did!Baltic Birch Plywood Coffer-Dam, Wayne Bauer, Star of the West Milling CoPower Core CPV-6 Silo Bin Vents, Dave McGovern, Zen-Noh Grain CorpEnclosed River Belt, Dan McClenning, CargillWhat’s New?Konnection, Kasa Companies IncMapcon on–Demand, Mapcon Technologies IncIntegrated Receiving Pit Dust System, Boone Aeration & Environmental CorpConsolidated Standards for Inspection – Grain Handling Facilities,AIB InternationalPremier Mercury – Patented Indent Length Separator, ArrowCorpBinSpector V1.0, BinTech LLPAutomatic Railcar Gate Opener, Calbrandt IncEZSentinel, CMC Industrial ElectronicsDaay Bin Paddle Sweep, Sioux Steel CoAdjustable Rub Block Door Assemblies, Electro-SensorsIntegra Web Net Systems, Integra PlasticsOPI-Integris Moisture Cable, OPIsystems Inc - Integris USABehavioral Safety the Right Way, RCI SafetySTUDENT DAYEducational Program for StudentsMonday, Feb. 28Student Day 2011 will provide students planning toenter the field of grain operations with the opportunity toparticipate in the Exchange through a program tailored to fittheir interests and needs. Through a combination of specialpresentations and one-on-one interaction, students will learnabout issues currently facing the world of grain operationsand connect with established industry professionals.Student Day includes two components. First, professionalsin various grain operations fields will address studentsregarding topics of interest in the agribusiness world today,as well as share their own professional and educationalbackgrounds and their experiences in the industry so far.Following the presentations, Membership Committeevolunteers will lead students on individual or small-grouptours of the Exchange Expo.Attendance at Student Day also entitles students (andaccompanying faculty members) to attend all regulareducation programs during the conference. Participatingstudents will also become complimentary Student membersof GEAPS for the duration of their schooling plus one yearpast their graduation date—GEAPS’ way of investing in thefuture of the industry.

Opening WorkshopBin Sweeps and Bin Entry: Tackling an Industry ChallengeSunday, Feb. 27, 7–11 a.m.How can a grain facility effectively run sweep-auger equipment without an employeeentering the grain bin? With OSHA’s “zero-entry” interpretation of existing regulations, theanswer isn’t clear. In fact, for many facilities, the situation poses a vexing challenge.At Exchange 2011, GEAPS members will: help you understand what interpretations applyand how OSHA's interpretations may impact your facility operations, demonstrate ways inwhich the industry is trying to enhance bin-sweep safety, and discuss innovative bin-sweepequipment.“What is the industry doing to make bin sweeps OSHA-compliant?” said Ken Schmenk,chairman of GEAPS Educational Programming g Committee. “How are GEAPS membersdealing with this issue? What modifications are manufacturers of bin sweepsimplementing to make this equipment safer? We are planningagreat discussion about theseissues at the Exchange Workshop.”The workshop will includean overview of the regulatoryissues, a segment on the insuranceindustry’s perspective, and a discussion about how grain companies have attempted to comply.Itwill also provide manufacturers of bin sweeps and related equipment 5-7 minutes to discuss howPhoto courtesy of Brock Grain Systemstheir equipment helps meet the zero-entry challenges.ExpoPodsSafety in the WorkplaceMonday, Feb. 28, 10:30–11:15 a.m. & 1:15–2 p.m.Tuesday, Mar. 1, 10:30–11:15 a.m.Once again, all four corners of the GEAPS Exchangeexpo hall will be devoted to special educational programmingthat features essential grain industry equipment. AtExchange 2011, the focus will be on safety in the workplace,and we’ll be offering participants opportunities to examineand try out a wide variety of safety equipment.The “pods” are really curtained-off areas of the expo halldevoted to hands-on learning. Equipment vendors bringequipment in and demonstrate it. There are no lecture hallspeeches or PowerPoint programs. The point is to provideExchange delegates with an up-close chance to see howthings work, ask questions, experiment and engage insmall-group discussions. Attendance is limited to 30 peopleper pod.At the Exchange in Portland, we’ll be featuring 11 typesof safety equipment in 12 pod presentations over twodays. Other pods will deal with rescue tubes for extractionof people engulfed in grain, flotation devices, respiratorselection and maintenance, respirator fit-testing, arcflashpersonal protective equipment, explosion venting,air-monitoring equipment, and so on. See the adjacentschedule for details.Attendance at the pods is first-come, first-served. Becauseof their popularity, we recommend arriving early. For safetypurposes, the 30-person capacity rule is enforced!Thanks to the Educational Programming Committee,GEAPS Associate members and other vendors, who offertheir equipment for use in the pods and help produce theprogram.Pod 1Pod 4SCHEDULE OF EXPO PODSMonday, Feb. 2810:30-11:15 a.m.Respirator Selection, Maintenance &Storage, Draeger Safety Inc1:15-2 p.m.Review and Inspection of FlotationDevices, River ConsultingTuesday, Mar. 110:30-11:15 a.m.Fall-Restraint System, GSI GroupMonday, Feb. 2810:30-11:15 a.m.Fall-Protection Systems DemonstrationCapital Safety1:15-2 p.m.Fall-Protection Systems DemonstrationCapital SafetyTuesday, Mar. 110:30-11:15 a.m.Handheld PPE Tracking DeviceLakeland CompaniesPod 2Pod 3Monday, Feb. 2810:30-11:15 a.m.Grain Rescue Tube, RBH Mill & Elevator1:15-2 p.m.Aspen Lift for RescueOklahoma State UniversityTuesday, Mar. 110:30-11:15 a.m.Arc-flash PPER&W EngineeringMonday, Feb. 2810:30-11:15 a.mExplosion Protection Methods forCombustible DustBS&B Pressure Safety Management1:15-2 p.m.Respirator Fit-TestingKC Supply Co IncTuesday, Mar. 110:30-11:15 a.m.Air Monitoring EquipmentCentral States Enterprises LLC5

ED SESSIONSSee the schedule on page 3 for the times for these sessions.AGRIBUSINESS ENVIRONMENT ANDMANAGEMENT PRACTICESEnvironmental Responsibilities and Permit RequirementsTom Mowrer, corporate regulatory affairs manager, West Central, Ralston, IADavid Thompson, PE, president, Thompson Environmental Consulting Inc, Des Moines, IAWe have all heard it before: ‘What? We don’t need no stinking permits!’ But as we continue to developresponsible business practices encouraging the enhancement of environmental and safety performance,understanding permit requirements becomes crucial. This session will outline which permitsmay be required at your facility and when you will need to obtain a permit. Changes in productioncapacities, operating hours and process flow changes all affect potential permit requirements.Worker’s Compensation, Mod Rates andInsurance PremiumsGlenn Drees, CSP, CPCU, Schiff, Kreidler-Shell, Cincinnati, OHEvery company has a worker’s compensation modification rating. It rewards companies with goodloss experience and penalizes companies with bad loss experience by applying a credit or debit to theinsurance premium. What data affects your company’s modification factor? This session will provideanswers that could help companies control insurance costs. It will also discuss the best ways to getinjured workers back to work expeditiously.GRAIN HANDLING EQUIPMENTMANAGEMENTAsset Management of Steel Storage StructuresMark Dingeldein, engineering manager, Brock Grain Systems, Bloomington, ILSteel storage structures are valuable company assets and need to be managed as such. This sessionwill discuss inspection procedures for steel structures, preventive maintenance, how to recognizestructural problems, the safety implications of modification, such as the addition of skid-steer doors,and the effects on bin walls of using side discharge vs. center flow.Precision Installation for Power Transmissions —From String Lines to LasersRandy Springer, president, Pepper Maintenance Systems, Minier, ILJohn Lee, director, SHE services, Illinois Grain & Feed Assn, Springfield, ILHow vital is power transmission equipment at your facility? Do you want to maximize its performance?This session will discuss the process of precisely installing power transmissions— for increased profitability,longer equipment life, less down-time and lower cost of maintenance and repairs. Can weachieve perfection? No, but we CAN achieve precision!GRAIN-QUALITY MANAGEMENTMonitoring CO 2in Grain Bins: Putting the Research to WorkBob Marlow, regional operations manager, The Andersons, Delphi, INWhile CO 2monitoring is not brand-new technology, its application into our facilities is just startingto happen. This session will discuss the early research and testing that has taken place on concretestorage, steel tanks and ground piles. Combined with studies occurring today, the research couldhelp operations and facility managers put the technology to work assessing amounts of spoilage,mycotoxin presence and insect infestations.Mycotoxins in the Grain IndustryLakshmikantha Channaiah, post-doctoral researcher and manager of the Grain and FeedMicrobiology and Toxicology Laboratory, Dept of Grain Science and Industry, Kansas StateUniversity, Manhattan, KSThis session will provide a basic overview of mycotoxins, and why they’re important to the grain andanimal-feed industries. It will also discuss potential risks to humans and livestock, FDA’s “action levels”for mycotoxins, field and storage molds, sampling procedures in grain-food and feed products, preandpost-harvest factors responsible for mold and mycotoxin incidence, management of mycotoxinsin contaminated grain and feed, and new methods for early detection.Optimize and Regulate Your Electric Motors with VariableFrequency DrivesDoug Atkinson, product application engineer, Schneider Electric, O’Fallon, MOWhy would anyone use a variable-frequency drive and what can it do? This session will discuss howgrain facilities can use VFDs to improve the performance of their mechanical processes, includingtorque and dynamic-speed control modes on augers, legs and blowers. It will provide an overviewof power electronics, and review VFD power electrics, gate drivers and microprocessor controls. Itwill also discuss VFD functions and how they can help reduce energy consumption and save money.Hazard Monitoring Devices: Selection, Operation,Testing and MaintenanceScott Chant, president, Safe-Grain/Maxi-Tronic Inc, Mason, OHThis session will cover three types of hazard-monitoring systems in grain-handling facilities: motioncontrolsystems, bearing-temperature monitoring systems and belt-misalignment systems. It willdiscuss when the systems are required by OSHA, where and how they are installed, and verificationand maintenance procedures.6

EXPO 201110166367 GrainAPOSGRAN FGIS Hy-Safe Perten467 566767 866C C Journal C CC C105 Assn168 167 266 267 466 568 567 666 867SMI & Northern Feed &Siemens Cougar363 Sherwin- 463662 762 763KansasHydraulics Resource GrainC Williams163C Mapcon Rexnord164 262562 563CASME462C CCardinal Douglas State WorldGrain Leewens162263663862 863 962 964 963AlliedSiouxClear Clear JohnUnivar Moeller Baldor LockeRubber NIWX Schultz’s Rebsco CMCCreek Span King Ludeca Kahler Woofter Norstar161 160 159259 360359 460 461 561 559661 660 761 759 861859 958 957Industrial ImperialJ&D Magnetics Systems SEW AdamsCustom Service SlatercomCustomRem Honeyville157 256257357 456457 Crane-WCD SMICOAgriWeitzFike Warrior Entrp557 656 657 756757 856857 956West TankNPK VortexConceptAgrilogisticsAllatoona CAMCORP Hogenson Century CharmFoodNewSide Connection155 254255 354355SystemsMILESTOCK455555 654655 754755 854855ProtectionDeakin Draeger SCAFCOJ&M DowKrechUSMeridianMcC Liftco Ojard Micada Grain Kasa249 348349 449 548549 649 748749 848849 948Mole Master Brandt Hotstart Marcus MathewsMFS/York AIRMATIC KiceWear-ConceptsInterstates ValleyKings247 347 446447 546 547 646647747847 946AgricoCornbeltRNFab RiverHutchinson/SensorMayrath GVSEJ HeckDev & Sons Central LifeLakeland MidwestPaintNu-Hy343443 542543 642643 742743843 94210434BTSGC All-State TandemBatterton Union IronPMIGrossmanLOUNGE 241341 440441541641741940LOUNGE1039RomerFlexibleSweetPneumat QED FOSSTriple/S RotexJohnson Lifeline235 334335835 93410341035Trackmobile332Calumet- dbcAGRIassocsSeedburoCytecR&RPenreco SMARTsoftware133233Nationwide333 432 433 532833933 10321033Cty GrainElev Hist Banner Can-SeedEquipmentGrainWatchLOUNGELOUNGEEXPOED POD2EXPOED POD1142Calbrandt140RileyCENTERLOUNGECarter DayScrewConveyorCompuWeigh134132PepperEBM130

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STAR SPONSORSOur thanks to these Exchange 2011 Star Sponsors. Morestars mean more of a contribution to support our effortsto produce another successful conference. Show yoursupport for these companies who support GEAPS!53The Essmueller CoFWS Industrial Projects LtdGSI Group LLCGavilon Grain LLCImperial Systems IncNordstrong Equipment LtdRCIVAA LLC212Agri Business Insurance ServicesBratney CompaniesBuhler IncC-TEC IncCargill IncEMW IndustrialFrisbie Construction Co IncNationwide AgribusinessInsurance CoOrkin/PCO Services IncRBH Mill & ElevatorRiceland Foods IncSchlagel IncSeedburo Equipment CoStructural Restoration IncTapco IncVigen Construction IncWest CentralAIRLANCOAg Partners LLCAg Processing IncArrow Corp IncB&E Construction IncBailey-Parks Urethane IncCHS IncKice Industries IncLeMar Industries Corp1McCormick Construction CoMcPherson Concrete StorageSystems IncPMI LLCRolfes@BooneShuttlewagon IncSioux Steel CoWL Port-Land Systems IncYounglove Construction LLC

GEAPS EVENTSGEAPS Annual MeetingTuesday, Mar. 1, 3:15–4:45 p.m.The GEAPS Annual Meeting is the place to catch up on every facet of theassociation during the past year. GEAPS 2010-2011 International PresidentRick Krier will detail GEAPS’ accomplishments since the 2010 Annual Meetingin Wichita, as well as goals for the coming year and beyond.The Annual Meeting is open to everyone, and most Exchange attendeesare GEAPS members. Attend the Annual Meeting to learn about currentand developing programs at GEAPS, hear about the rewards of volunteerleadership, and learn about opportunities for involvement at every level.The Annual Meeting also includes recognition of the 2010 Safety Awardswinners as well as those people who have made special contributions toGEAPS through leadership, member recruitment, outstanding service totheir chapter and more. The Annual Meeting is also the place to be for thefinal drawing of the ten $100 winners in the Expo Lotto. Remember, youMUST be present to win the Lotto cash!President's reportfrom Rick KrierRick KrierLeadership recognition Expo Lotto Drawing Chapter recognition Treasurer's reportGEAPS Committee and Board MeetingsThis is your chance to get involved!Almost all of the various groups that govern or oversee the many GEAPS programs andservices will meet at some point during the Exchange. All of these meetings are open toGEAPS members. If you’re not already participating as a leader in the organization, comeand see for yourself what it takes to step up and make a difference. GEAPS is only as successfulas its volunteer leadership.The following groups will meet at the Exchange (see page 3 for schedule):• International Board of Directors• Associates Board of Directors• Educational Programming Committee• Membership Committee• Chapter Resource Committee• Distance Education Program Oversight CommitteeWhy exhibit at GEAPS Exchange?• Every aspect of the Exchange is designed specifically to attractmanagers in the grain handling industry• Grain operations decision-makers attend this expo every year to findproducts and services necessary to meet their operations needs• Connect with leading grain industry professionals from around theworld who are interested in purchasing your products and services• Make dozens of sales calls in just three days• Meet hundreds of qualified customers face-to-face• Develop leads & cultivate new businessInterested in exhibiting?As you can see, we’re almost sold-out for Portland. CallGEAPS today to get one of the last booths in this year’s expo.Contact Adrianne at GEAPS: adriannef@geaps.com or(952) 928-4640.Be an All-StarBy partnering with GEAPS through the Exchange 2011 SponsorshipProgram, your company will receive huge benefits. It’s an idealopportunity to show support not only for GEAPS but its members.We offer a wide range of sponsorship opportunities that allow you tochoose the program that works best within your budget.While all sponsors will be recognized accordingly, with publicity,signage and ribbons, each higher level will include additionalrecognition and promotion.Interested in sponsoring?There are still a variety of sponsorship opportunites open forExchange 2011. Call GEAPS today to get a list of items stillavailable. Contact Adrianne at GEAPS: adriannef@geaps.com or(952) 928-4640.13

GUEST EVENTSGuest Welcome ReceptionSunday, Feb. 27, 9:30–11:15 a.m.Every year, those who attend the Exchange as a guest come together at this reception.Light refreshments will be served and a representative from the Portland Convention and VisitorsBureau will be on hand to give you information on things to do when you have free time.Photo: Travel Portland/David FalconerSOCIAL EVENTSGUEST TOURSSee the Sites of Beautiful PortlandSunday, Feb. 27, 1–5 p.m.Guest BreakfastTuesday, Mar. 1, 8:30–9:45 a.m.Kick off the final day of the Exchange with all ofthe friends you have met. Plan your day’s activitiesover a full breakfast buffet and then head out for amorning of sightseeing or rest and relaxation.This is your chance to enjoy our host city, so we inviteyou to see local sites and taste local treats. You’ll be professionallyguided around one of America’s most livable andgreen cities.The tour begins across the Willamette River to the financialsection, the Northwest 23rd Pearl District, historic OldTown and Chinatown, once the largest on the West Coast.Photo: Travel Portland/Janis MiglavsThere is a visit to the beautiful Chinese Classical Garden, anauthentic replica of the garden in Suchow, China and a gift to Portland from this sister city. There are fun whimsicalstops, too, such as a treat at Voodoo Donut. The next stop is the largest park in North America, Washington Park,home to one of 27 International Rose Test Beds around the world and 10,000 roses in the spring, plus a stop at thenearby Pittock Mansion. The mansion, a French Chateau and completely furnished, was once owned by the editorof the Oregonian newspaper. The tour includes transportation, a professional guide, admission to the gardens andmansion tour, as well as treats at a coffee shop and Voodoo Donut.Photo: Travel Portland/Janis MiglavsOregon Vineyard and ShoppingMonday, Feb. 28, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.Sit back and relax as you make your way to the countryside in the WillametteValley and the Dundee area, famous for their PinotNoir and Chardonnay wines.At the vineyards, you’ll tour and taste some greatOregon wines, plus have time to peruse their divinegift shops. Lunch will have you tasting another oneof Oregon’s specialties’—beer! We stop for lunchat a historic property built by a pioneer family andnow one of Portland’s famous microbreweries.That afternoon, you'll head to the Bridgeport ShoppingCenter. This quaint upscale shopping area isfull of outlet stores, where you can take advantageof Oregon's lack of a sales tax. The tour includestransportation, a professional guide, tasting feesfor two wineries, luncheon and beer tasting.Photo: Travel Portland/Lincoln BarbourPortland Underground TourTuesday, Mar. 1, 1–4 p.m.This walking tour takes the group into the heart of the city to viewentrances that once led to the legendary "Shanghai Tunnels" that existbelow the streets of Portland. The tour also includes the remains of hundredsof cast-iron buildings that once graced this city, as well as Portlandconnections to the popular TV show, The Simpsons. The group will alsocheck out Voodoo Donut, obscure shops that sell Chinese medicinesand herbs, and other interesting sites.14GUEST OPTIONAL EVENTSChocolate DecadenceTuesday, Mar. 1, 1–4 p.m.Famous for its coffee and beer, the Portland culinary scene now offers farmore than that. The Chocolate Decadence tour will showcase the Rose City'sspin on the world's favorite sweet indulgence. You will see (and taste!) chocolatein many forms—whether it is whipped, melted, or served as a drink. Localvendors will showcase their tasty works that show off how to satiate Portland'sappetite for decadent desserts. An outline of the chocolate's lineage from thehumble bean to a tempting confection leads you through tastings to help youappreciate and recognize chocolate in its various forms and types—includingcakes, nibs, cookies, or cocktails! This is the ultimate tour for a chocolate lover.

EXTRASGet-Acquainted PartySaturday, Feb. 26, 7–11 p.m., Portland BallroomFall in love with Portland at the Get-Acquainted Party!Get a full taste of Portland by trying your luck at betting on thefastest crab. Or channel your inner Olympian on the virtual skimachine. Still not love-struck? How about working up a sweat bygrape stomping? Whatever you decide to try, this evening is boundto be a memory maker with the 5 Guys Named Mo band and a truePacific Northwest dinner buffet designed to make your mouth water!Admission includes two drink tickets per person, a full dinnerbuffet, games and entertainment. The party is included in theDelegate and Guest Full registrations and can also be purchasedseparately à la carte.5 Guys Named MoFun Run/WalkSunday, Feb. 27, 6 a.m. startWhether you want to run or walk 2 miles, 5 miles, 10 or 26, we’llmap it out for you:this is the event forthose of you with theextra get up and go onSunday morning of theExchange.There is no fee forthe Fun Run, but pleaselet us know if you’rebringing your runningshoes by markingthis event on theregistration form.President’s Banquet and Club GEAPSTuesday, Mar. 1, 6–11 p.m., Portland BallroomWave farewell to Exchange 2011 while enjoying a fabulous evening.A reception outside the ballroom kicks off the evening (beverage couponsprovided with ticket), followed by a tasty, gourmet dinner with your fellowattendees and guests.At the banquet, eatingand socializing won’t be youronly forms of entertainment.Comedian Damian Mason willhave attendees doubled overand gasping for breath withhis witty, ag-related humor.He graduated from PurdueUniversity with a degree inAgricultural Economics and hassince studied comedy writingand improvisation at the prestigiousSecond City in Chicago.Damian combines his farmbackground and knowledgewith a brilliant sense of comedictiming. The result is a funny, relevantand uplifting presentationthat resonates with today’s agprofessional. His funny storiesand witty observations connectwith the HEART of Agriculture –its people! Damian’s humor for the Heart of Agriculture is a REAL crowd pleaser.To go out with a bang, finish yournight at Club GEAPS. This casualevent features great music fromJohnny Limbo and the Lugnuts thatwill make you want to bust a move(or at least sit back and enjoy it)!Desserts and conversation at thisevent will make for a very sweetending to your Exchange experience.Banquet tickets are included inDelegate and Guest Full registrationsand can also be purchasedà la carte. Club GEAPS does notrequire a ticket and is open to all Exchange2011 attendees and guests.Johnny Limbo and the LugnutsDamian MasonWelcome ReceptionSunday, Feb. 27, 5–7 p.mThis event in the Expo Hall is for everyone—all registereddelegates, exhibitors and guests. Enjoy a beverage and anappetizer or two while you stroll through the trade show. TheWelcome Reception is a casual opportunity to network, dobusiness or simply relax with other attendees while bringingthe first day of the Expo to a close.15

hotelSOfficial Exchange HotelsGEAPS has reserved room blocks and negotiated special conferencerates for Exchange attendees at these three hotels. Soon after reservationinformation for these locations was sent to GEAPS members in Fall2010, their rooms blocks sold out. Look for many Exchange delegatesto be at these three hotels.123Doubletree Hotel – Lloyd Center (Exchange Host Hotel)Courtyard by Marriott Portland Downtown/Lloyd CenterRed Lion Hotel Portland - Convention CenterAdditional Hotel OptionsGEAPS has NOT contracted room blocks at any ofthe properties below nor do we have a negotiatedsleeping room rate. This list was received from theConvention and Visitors Bureau as other hotels closeto the Oregon Convention Center. Contact the hoteldirectly or make a reservation online.MemorialColiseumRoseGardenArena4632HotelMAX Light Rail StopBoundary of Fareless Zone15MAX LIGHT RAIL4Steel BridgeCrowne Plaza Convention Center(503) 233-2401Located in the vibrant Lloyd Business Districtof downtown Portland, the Crowne PlazaPortland Downtown/Convention Center is atthe heart of the city’s best attractions. The hotelis within four blocks of the Oregon ConventionCenter. The Lloyd Center Mall (Oregon’s largesttax-free shopping mall) is also within walking distance.The Crowne Plaza is located in the free Rail Zone featuring Portland’s lightrail system MAX, providing quick and easy access throughout downtown free ofcharge. The Portland International Airport (PDX) is located just 10 miles from thehotel, a short ride in the Crowne Plaza's complimentary shuttle.5OregonConventionCenter84The Max light rail line is your best bet from the airport tohotels near the convention center. You can also hop onto get from the hotel to the Oregon Convention Centerfor your Exchange events. (Photo: TriMet)5Residence Inn Portland Downtown/ Lloyd Center(800) 331-3131The Residence Inn Portland Downtown/ Lloyd Center is centrally located onemile from the downtown business core in the heart of the Lloyd District on theMAX light rail line just blocks away from the Oregon Convention Center. The hotelfeatures spacious suites with separate living and sleeping areas, complimentarywireless and internet complimentary parking. There's also a buffet breakfast, anevening social and a newly renovated fitness center.6LaQuinta Inn Portland Convention Center(503) 233-7933The all non-smoking La Quinta Inn Portland Convention Center is located justone and a half blocks from the Oregon Convention Center. The MAX light rail stopis only a block away, and is a great way to get to and from the airport. The hotelfeatures free wireless Internet access throughout the hotel and business center,free local calls, free parking, fitness center, daily newspaper, heated indoor pool,business center, 24-hour coffee and tea available in the lobby and fresh bakedcookies every evening.16

POST-CON TOURSSeashells at the SeashoreWednesday, Mar. 2, 8 a.m.–7 p.m.A motor coach will be your ride to the “Blue Pacific,” through beautiful countrysidefull of turf farms, landscape nurseries, vineyards and pioneer farms. Arrive in Newport, acharming fishing village on the central coast. There is a stop at Oregon Coast Aquarium tosee northwest animals such as playful sea otters. Lunch is on your own at the restaurantof your choice on the wharf where seafood is brought in fresh daily. Return northwardalong the coast with a stop at the Yaquina lighthouse, then on up through the forestedCoastal mountains to the Evergreen Museum, home to the Spruce Goose and a myriad ofWorld War II planes, plus time for a wine tasting. Tour includes first class motor coach, aprofessional guide, and admissions to Oregon Coast Aquarium, Yaquina lighthouse, EvergreenAviation MuseumYaquina Lighthouse and wine tasting.Multnomah FallsPhoto: Adam Glasgow/Flikr-megagooseyColumbia GorgeNational Monumentand Timberline LodgeWednesday, Mar. 2, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.Photo: Travel Portland/Jeff KrausseHead out to the historic Columbia Gorge National Monument. The first stop is theCrowne Vista viewpoint, some 700 feet above the mighty Columbia. Then, along thehistoric highway, built in 1905 for the Pan American Exposition, to Multnomah Falls, over600 feet high. The next stop is the Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center at the BonnevilleDam and a quick visit to see Herman, the sturgeon—80 years old! Lunch is on your ownat a charming little restaurant with a view of the river before heading on up to Hood River,wind surfing capital of the world! The drive continues to climb up to Timberline Lodge atthe 6,000 foot level. The views are spectacular. Rest by the fire inside the historic buildingand enjoy a “toddy” before the journey back down the mountain past vacation cabins, landscapenurseries and horse farms, arriving in Portland late afternoon. Tour includes first classmotor coach, a professional guide, all attractions above, lunch, and a “toddy” at Timberline.Kalama Export FacilityWednesday, Mar. 2, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.The trip will take you on a tour to the Kalama Export facility, constructedby Peavey Co. in 1983. A major addition was completed in2002, and an even larger addition is presently under way. When finished,the storage capacity will be 4.3 million bushels. The addition willalso add eight more shipping bins and a second ship loading conveyor;increasing vessel loading capability to 200,000 bushels per hour. Alsoincluded in the expansion are additional wheat cleaners; bringing totalcapacity to over 100,000 bushels per hour.The Kalama Export facility is the highest volume exporter on thewest coast with an average annual volume of over 300,000,000 bushelsgoing into over 150 vessels. The facility has a loop track layout with acapacity of over 550 railcars, and recently set a new monthly record ofover 9800 cars unloaded in the month of October 2010.Tour includes transportation.Photo courtesy Kalama Export Facility17

REGISTRATIONThis page contains general information on registering to attend GEAPS Exchange 2011.Questions? Contact GEAPS at (952) 928-4640 or info@geaps.com.How to RegisterThere are two ways you can register for GEAPS Exchange 2011—eitherby completing the form on page 15 and faxing/mailing it to GEAPS withyour payment, or by registering online at www.geaps.com. (Credit cardpayment required for online option.)Whichever way you choose, if your registration and payment arereceived by Jan. 27, you will qualify for substantial registration discounts.You can customize the registration package that best fits your needs.Look over the different options available below to ensure that you willget the Exchange experience that you are looking for.All attendees who pre-register for the Exchange will receive a confirmation.For those who register online and provide an e-mail address, they willreceive a confirmation via e-mail. Registrations sent to the GEAPS officewill be confirmed by e-mail (when provided) or regular mail.Who Needs to RegisterAll Exchange events are open only to individuals who are registeredand wearing their official badges. This includes the Expo Hall and all à lacarte and optional events. All exhibitors also need to register individuallyfor the Exchange (see right).Guests of registrants must also register and wear their badge to accessany event. If they are only planning to share hotel accommodations, butnot attend any Exchange events, they do not need to register.What if I’m not a GEAPS member?There's an option on the registration form to become a new GEAPSmember. Annual dues are $265/person, but if you pay the fee with yourconference registration, your new membership will run through June2012. (Three extra months!) A confirmation of your new membershipwill be sent separately from your Exchange registration confirmation(after the conference).What are the Early Discounts?You will save 25% on the onsite price for all events if your form and paymentare received by Jan. 27, 2011. This “early pre-registration” discount is your incentiveto register now. If either your registration form or payment is received afterJan. 27 but before the pre-registration cut-off date of Feb. 21, 2011, you will stillqualify for the “pre-registration” discount, which saves you 15% on the onsiteprices. Any registrations made onsite will be charged the full price.What if I Have to Cancel?Registration cancellations received by GEAPS no later than Jan. 27, 2011,entitle the registrant to a full refund. Cancellations received after that date willbe charged a 25% administrative fee. Refunds can be made only when the refundrequest is made in writing and received by Feb. 21, 2011. There are no refundsfor cancellations made onsite. All refunds will be processed after the conference.Consult your hotel confirmation for instructions on canceling reservations.Expo-Only TicketsIf you only wish to walk the Expo, you can only register onsite in Portland. Expoonlytickets are $50/member, $75/non-member and are valid for only one day.For Exchange ExhibitorsAll exhibitors coming to the Exchange must register individually. Eachperson who plans to attend must send in a registration form (or registeronline).Each exhibiting company receives two complimentary exibitor registrationsper each 10’x10’ booth they reserved. Exhibitors may purchaseguest, à-la-carte or optional tickets.Any additional individuals beyond the two complimentary exhibitorregistrations may also attend but must purchase additional exhibitor registrations(at a special reduced rate). Exhibitors cannot register with Expodiscount coupons or an Expo-only ticket.18know your registration optionsWhat’s included? Use this tableto choose the registration that’sright for you.Delegate One-Day GuestSunday Monday TuesdayFullFull Base ExhibitorOnly Only OnlyOpening Workshop (Sun.) • • •Educational Program (Sun. - Tue.) • • • • •Exchange Expo (Sun. - Tue.) • • • • • • • •Get-Acquainted Party (Sat.) • •Fun Run/Walk (Sun.)optional for all attendeesExpo Lunch (Sun. - Tue.) • • • • • • • •Welcome Reception (Sun.) • • • • •Annual Meeting (Tue.) • • • • •President’s Reception & Banquet (Tue.) • •Club GEAPS (Tue.) • • • • •Post-Conference Tours (Wed.)optional for all attendeesGuest Welcome Reception (Sun.) • •Guest “Portland Tour” (Sun.)•Guest “Vineyards and Shopping” (Mon.)•Guest Breakfast (Tue.) • •Guest Optional Events (Tue.)optional for all guestsExpo Only(onsite)

GEAPS EXCHANGE 2011 REGISTRATION FORMType or print all information; photocopy this form as needed for additional registrants. Fax or mail completed form (with payment)to GEAPS: Fax (00-1) 952-929-1318; Mail 4248 Park Glen Rd, Minneapolis MN 55416 USA, or register online at www.geaps.com.PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY1. Are you a GEAPS member?circleYesone Regular Associate Affiliate StudentChapterNo Check this box to become a new GEAPS member.Include $265 (annual member dues) in your registration paymentto become a GEAPS member through June 2012.2. DelegateFIRSTNICKNAME (IF DIFFERENT)Is your company exhibiting? No YesEXHIBITOR REGISTRATION OPTIONSExhibiting companies receive two complimentary Exhibitor Registrations per10’x10’ booth. These include all expo hours and educational sessions fromSunday to Tuesday. Additonal Exhibitor Registrations can be purchased at aspecial rate. Guests, optional and à la carte events can be added below.6. Exhibitor RegistrationComplimentaryAdditionalPRE-REGISTRATION RATESBefore Jan. 27 After Jan. 27n/cn/c$285 $330LASTDELEGATE REGISTRATION OPTIONSJOB TITLECOMPANY7. Delegate Full RegistrationIncludes all education and expo events andall of the à la carte events belowMemberNon-MemberPRE-REGISTRATION RATESBefore Jan. 27$710$975After Jan. 27$820$1,085MAILING ADDRESSCITYZIP/PCCOUNTRYSTATE/PROV8. One Day Registration (Please specify which day)Includes education and expo for one day onlySunday Monday TuesdayMemberNon-Member$260$390$300$450PHONEE-MAILFAX9. GuestsFull RegistrationIncludes all of the à la carte events belowBase Registration$410$100$470$1153. Guest (Guests are non-industry individuals—spouses or significantothers—who will accompany the delegate above.)FIRSTNICKNAME (IF DIFFERENT)10. à la carte EventsGet-Acquainted Party (Sat.)President’s Reception & Banquet (Tues.)Guests only: “Beautiful Portland Tour” (Sun.)Guests only: “Oregon Vineyard Tour” (Mon.)$100$90$65$105xx$110$105$75$120xxLASTHOME MAILING ADDRESSCITY STATE/PROV ZIP/PC11. Optional Activities (not included in “Full Registrations”)Fun Run (Sun.)Seashore Tour (Wed.)Columbia Gorge Tour (Wed.)Kalama Facility Tour (Wed.)Guests only: “Portland Underground” (Tue.)Guests only: “Chocolate Decadence” (Tue.)n/c$135$110$35$30$75xxxxn/c$150$125$40$35$85xxxxHOME PHONEE-MAILWill you or your guest need any special accommodations due to a disability ordietary needs? Check here to be contacted by a member of the GEAPS staff.4. Is this your first time attending a GEAPS Exchange?Yes No5. Check this box if you do not want to receivepre-/post-conference information from Exchange Expoexhibitors about their products and services.DO NOTWRITE HERE12. Payment Enclosed — US funds onlyIndicate total payment and circle one; must be received with registration.Total Payment: $Check or Master/Visa/AmExAccount NumberExpiration Date / Print NameSignatureDate Amt Check RegDO NOTWRITE HERE19

GEAPSGrain Elevator and Processing Society4248 Park Glen RdMinneapolis MN 55416 USAGEAPS Comes to PortlandSee what's waiting for you atthe Oregon Convention Center,Feb. 26-Mar. 1ExpoEducationNetworkingREGISTER BY JAN. 27AND SAVE 25%!!Photo: Travel Portland/ Bruce Forster