DIGITAL CLASSES CURRENTLY BEING OFFERED
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CLASSES CURRENTLY BEING OFFERED
- GradExpert™ Beginner, Advanced, and Technical Training Classes
- Linear Systems Optimization Training Classes – C1/C2 Scan
- Controls Training Classes
BID Group Technical Training Center – Highlights of our COVID-19 Safety Protocol
| ✓ Private entrance, restrooms and classrooms | ✓ 6’ apart with plexiglass dividers between workstations |
| ✓ No interaction with BID employees other than the instructor | ✓ Hand sanitizing stations |
| ✓ Classrooms sanitized each night | ✓ The instructor and all attendees will wear face masks except when at their workstations |
| ✓ Smaller class sizes | ✓ Your Health & Safety is our # 1 Priority |
Local St. George, SC Airport / Hotel Information
“I would like to thank BID Group for hosting the training webinars on various pieces of equipment. They have been very helpful and informative to our maintenance personnel. During the time of the pandemic it has been almost impossible to hold a training class and have people attend, for obvious reasons. Our people have benefited greatly from them without the exposure issues of traveling. Thank you again and keep up the good work.”
— Randell Robinson, General Manager at Two Rivers Lumber
Click here to learn more about BID Group’s Training Webinars.
GradExpert™ Beginner, Advanced, and Technical Training Classes
Sessions are conducted in the Technical Training Center at our St. George, SC location utilizing a live GradExpert™ machine to maximize the learning!
BEGINNER
The Beginner Level course contains general knowledge for Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Supervisory personnel, to ensure the mill can operate the Optimization system at peak efficiency.
Students may include users from newly commissioned systems and sites with high staff turnover to gain requisite knowledge and skills, as well as a refresher for prior students.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Training provided by specialists.
- General and In-depth training is provided to the different categories of personnel from the mill.
- Individual workstations allow students to be able to simulate and get hands on experience.
- Training is provided at our USA training center.
BENEFITS
- New mill hires will get adequate training on the optimization system.
- Improved knowledge and skills on the system.
- Basic knowledge of the interface settings will allow for improved management of the system.
- Personnel capable of troubleshooting & resolving most issues by themselves before contacting our helpline for support.
DURATION & COST
- 4 days
- $1,500 per person
- 10% discount on classes for
clients
ADVANCED
The Advanced Level Optimization course provides training in greater depth for mill personnel to get the most out of their systems.
For example, enhanced knowledge of User Interface parameters allows effective management by Quality Assurance or Supervisory personnel to address market or log diet changes or simulations. The impact of parameter changes on lumber may be demonstrated by scanning lumber in the training Scanner and dissecting scanning solutions.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Training provided by specialists.
- Advanced training is provided to the Quality Assurance personnel from the mill.
- Workstations allow attendees to be able to simulate and get hands on experience.
- Training is provided at our USA training center.
- Optimizer decision processes are fully explained.
BENEFITS
- Improved knowledge and skills on the system.
- Advanced knowledge of Optimizer will allow for improved results from the system.
- Hands on training.
- Personnel capable of troubleshooting & resolving most issues by themselves before contacting our helpline for support.
DURATION & COST
- 4 days
- $2,000 per person
- 10% discount on classes for clients
TECHNICAL
The electrical and hardware components technical course provides significant
hands on training of the optimization system hardware, computers and electrical components.
The objective of this course is to provide the electrical, maintenance and QC personnel
the theory and practical knowledge to troubleshoot, repair and maintain the system’s components.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Training provided by specialists.
- Advanced hands on training is provided using the
system in our facility. - Computer & system hardware maintenance and
troubleshooting. - Training is provided at our USA training center.
BENEFITS
- Improved knowledge and skills of the system.
- Personnel capable of troubleshooting & resolving
electrical & hardware issues on their own. - Advanced knowledge of system components and
troubleshooting will result in less downtime when
issues arise.
DURATION & COST
- 2 days
- $1,200 per person
- 10% discount on classes for clients
Location and Upcoming Course Dates
Book today! Classes are filling fast!
Beginner Class (4 days):
| 2021 Classes | 2022 Classes |
|---|---|
| October 18-21 | January 18-21 |
| December 6-9 | March 22-25 |
| May 24-27 |
Advanced Class (4 days):
| 2021 Classes | 2022 Classes |
|---|---|
| December 13-16 | February 8-11 |
| April 5-8 | |
| June 7-10 |
Technical Class (2 days):
| 2021 Classes | 2022 Classes |
|---|---|
| November 10-11 | January 12-13 |
| March 16-17 | |
| May 18-19 |
5154 Highway 78, St. George, SC 29477
Call us for info: 1 843 563-7070
email: bid.training@bidgroup.ca
Linear Systems Optimization Training Classes - C1/C2 Scan
Sessions are conducted in the Technical Training Center at our St. George, SC location utilizing a live C1 / C2 scan machine to maximize the learning!
DETAILS
The course provides an introduction to the sawmill optimization systems which includes log bucking, log processing and cant optimization.
The objective of this course is to provide the on-site maintenance, quality assurance and supervisory personnel, the theory and practical knowledge to fully manage their system while acquiring new competencies and skills.
The course content is divided into three modules:
- Introduction to scanning and optimization systems
- Getting to know our machine and optimization system
- System configuration and interface management
- Parameter set up
- Products optimization fine tuning
- Technical hardware and electrical components troubleshooting
- Calibration procedures
- Troubleshooting
HIGHLIGHTS
- Training provided by specialists
- General and in-depth training is provided to the different categories of personnel from the mill
- Workstations allow students to simulate and get hands on experience
- Hands on training and troubleshooting
- Training is provided at our USA training center
BENEFITS
- Improved knowledge and understanding of the system
- Personnel capable of troubleshooting problems on their systems
- Trained personnel results in less downtime when there’s a system issue
DURATION & COST
- 2 days
- $1,800 per person
- 10% discount on classes for clients
Location and Upcoming Course Dates
Book today! Classes are filling fast!
Linear Systems Optimization Training Classes –
C1/C2 (2 days):
| 2021 Classes | 2022 Classes |
|---|---|
| November 8-9 | January 10-11 |
| March 14-15 | |
| May 16-17 |
5154 Highway 78, St. George, SC 29477
Call us for info: 1 843 563-7070
email: bid.training@bidgroup.ca
Controls Training Classes
BASIC COMACT
- Students will learn the basic structure of BID Group (Comact) PLC and HMI programs that can be applied to any area of the mill.
- Hands on modules will be utilized for students to learn trouble shooting techniques and tips to reduce downtime.
- Course is designed for controls personnel that have a basic understanding of PLCs
DURATION & COST
- 2 days
- $2,500 per person
- 10% discount on classes for clients
ADVANCED COMACT
- Students will learn advanced techniques necessary for improving specific machinery throughput and troubleshooting.
- Training will focus on higher level PLC programming logic and development.
- Hands on training will include calibration procedures and equipment setup for Sawmill, Kilns and Planer equipment.
DURATION & COST
- 3 days
- $3,500 per person
- 10% discount on classes for clients
Location and Upcoming Course Dates
Book today! Classes are filling fast!
Basic Comact Class (2 days):
| 2021 Classes | 2022 Classes |
|---|---|
| October 11-12 | January 24-25 |
| November 15-16 | March 7-8 |
| April 18-19 | |
| May 9-10 |
Advanced Comact Sawline Class (3 days):
| 2021 Classes | 2022 Classes |
|---|---|
| October 13-15 | April 20-23 |
| November 17-19 |
Advanced Comact Lumber Handling Class
(3 days):
| 2022 Classes |
|---|
| January 26-28 |
| March 9-11 |
| May 11-13 |
5154 Highway 78, St. George, SC 29477
Call us for info: 1 843 563-7070
email: bid.training@bidgroup.ca
BEGINNER PLC
Coming Soon…
Students will be introduced to the world of basic PLC principles. Their instruction will include:
- How to get online
- Basic PLC commands
- How to set IP addresses for various field devices and reduce downtime time when replacing broken equipment
- Hands on training on individual operator systems
- Course designed for personnel who have very limited controls experience
DURATION & COST
- 3-4 days
- $3,000 per person
- 10% discount on classes for clients
Local St. George, SC Airport / Hotel Information
Closest Airport: CHS – Charleston, SC
When calling these hotels, please request the BID Group Rate
- Days Inn – St. George, SC
(843) 563-4180
139 Frontage Rd, St George, SC 29477
(3 miles from BID Group Technical Training Center)
- Holiday Inn Express – Summerville, SC
(843) 873-8900
1657 N Main St, Summerville, SC 29486
(30 miles from BID Group Technical Training Center)
