# Event Details - **Event Name**: RATS Edmonton Technical Sessions - Sept 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: RATS Technical Sessions - Introductory Vacuum Pump Training and Basic Ideal Gas Law FundamentalsAbout this EventTHIS MONTH'S TOPIC:Introductory Vacuum Pump Training and Basic Ideal Gas Law FundamentalsPRESENTER:Adam Wilkinson, C.E.T.IPO Senior Sales Specialist – VacuumAdam is a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) and sales and engineering professional with over a decade of experience in the pump and vacuum industry. He holds a 3-year Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Mohawk College of Applied Arts in Hamilton, Ontario. Since joining Flowserve SIHI Pumps in 2014, Adam has progressed through roles in Project Engineering Design, Application Engineering, and now serves as IPO Sales Specialist – Vacuum. Before Flowserve, Adam worked as an Engineering Project Specialist with ClydeUnion Pumps, supporting pump design, engineering deliverables, and project execution. Overall, Adam brings a proven ability to connect engineering knowledge with business results, with his Flowserve experience serving as the foundation of his professional growth.Scott KeelerBusiness DevelopmentScott Keeler leads business development initiatives for TDH Fluid Systems. Scott works closely with engineers, contractors, and facility operators to provide tailored technical services in the pump industry. Before TDH Fluid Systems, Scott was a Pipefitter and later moved on to be a Hydraulic Specialist for Heavy Duty Equipment.ABSTRACT:This introductory training provides participants with a foundational understanding of vacuum pumps, basic ideal gas law fundamentals, principles of operation, types, component outline and benefits and features.ABOUT RATS TECHNICAL SESSIONSThese Technical Sessions are open to all people involved with the industrial rotating equipment industry, including (but not limited to): Engineers, technologists, specialists, technicians, millwrights, planners, managers, projects, students, retirees, vendors, and those in transition.MISSIONRATS' mission is to build community and comradery in the rotating equipment industry by sharing acquired knowledge, fostering education, and career development, through organized events with the support of industry sponsorship.https://rotatingspecialist.org/https://www.linkedin.com/company/rotating-and-turbomachinery-society/Community SupportAt each Technical Sessions event, we will raffle off a door-prize, provided by the featured presenter. Each REGISTERED attendee will get (1) entry into the draw with the option to purchase additional entries for $5 each to increase your chances of winning. ALL funds raised will be split between the two chosen organizations (WIN House and Veterans Association Food Bank) at the end of the year. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/21ee11e0-a4a7-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w572-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sherwood-park/rats-edmonton-technical-sessions-sept-2026/100001981363431360 - **Event Categories**: workshops, business, food-drinks, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Polos Social Lounge - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sherwood Park - **state**: AB - **country**: Canada - **location**: Polos Social Lounge - **lat**: 53.5663454 - **long**: -113.293381 - **full address**: Polos Social Lounge, 950 Emerald Drive, Sherwood Park, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: RATS Edmonton Technical Sessions - Sept 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/5376c45e38506e714804377c8288e6e25b239e6e292f04418f259d0bc1cbf184-rimg-w1200-h675-dc010101-gmir.jpg?v=1777696332 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is RATS Edmonton Technical Sessions - Sept 2026 being held? - **A:** RATS Edmonton Technical Sessions - Sept 2026 takes place on Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Polos Social Lounge, 950 Emerald Drive, Sherwood Park, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing RATS Edmonton Technical Sessions - Sept 2026? - **A:** RATS Edmonton Technical Sessions - Sept 2026 is organized by RATS - Rotating And Turbomachinery Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** RATS Edmonton Technical Sessions - Sept 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sherwood Park, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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