The Technology and Innovation Showcase

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2025 Exhibitor Showcase Presentations

The Fertilizer Show is pleased to announce the agenda for The Technology and Innovation Showcase. Discover the sectors most cutting-edge innovations through a series of enlightening presentations delivered by industry experts and professionals. Sessions are open to all, and will take place in the free-to-attend expo hall across each day of the show.

This is an opportunity to gain a first-hand technical insight into some of the latest technologies in the fertilizer sector, spanning processing equipment, additives, testing equipment, transportation, raw materials, lab equipment and more. If you are looking to source new technologies that can support your manufacturing and processing facilities, you will not want to miss this exciting showcase!


Day 1

10:40am – 10:55am – Optimizing Agricultural Inputs: Innovative Organic Solutions for Enhanced Nutrient Efficiency, Soil Health & Plant Vitality

Presented By: Dirk Barnard, Vice President Operations, Omnia Specialties, Inc.

Presentation Description:

Discover how Omnia’s organic derived optimize nutrient use efficiency, enhance soil health, and boost plant vitality. This presentation explores innovative organic-derived solutions that improve crop performance, sustainability, and resilience, helping growers maximize yields while maintaining long-term soil fertility and productivity.


11:00am – 11:25am – Next-Generation Fertilizers

Presented By: Joseph Acevedo, Sales Manager, CP Pumpen AG

Presentation Description: Join us for an overview of highly efficient pump systems, variable speed drives (VSDs), and optimized manufacturing materials. Learn how advanced pump technology can reduce energy use and emissions in sulphur, ammonia and urea processes.


11:30am – 11:45am – The Power of Waste Heat: Driving efficiency and sustainability in fertilizer production

Presented By: Igor Makarenko, Chief Sales Officer, Solex Thermal Science

Presentation Description: Heat pipe heat exchangers (HPHEs) represent a practical opportunity for capturing and repurposing thermal energy from industrial processes such as fertilizer production. This presentation examines the principles of heat pipe technology, its applicability within the fertilizer industry and key considerations for implementation.


11:50 – 12:05 – Innovative plant solutions: from Launch to Optimization

Presented By: David Franz, Sales Director, Stamicarbon

Presentation Description: Our showcase outlines Stamicarbon’s comprehensive approach to plant lifecycle management, focusing on launching, optimizing, and upgrading plants. It emphasizes sustainability, safety, and efficiency through advanced technologies and services, aiming to enhance plant performance, reduce environmental impact, and improve product quality.


12:10pm- 12:25pm – Fully Automatic Bigbag Filling Systems for the Fertilizer Industry

Presented By: Mikael Sobczak Dahl, Sales Manager, Pan Pac Engineering 

Presentation Description: PanPac is an automation company that offers an automatic bigbag filling system designed to handle granules in the fertilizer industry. During his presentation, Sales Manager and expert in bulk packaging solution, Mikael Dahl, will introduce the audience to the benefits of this bulk filling system that will optimize your packaging line.

 


1:25pm – 1:40pm – Enhancing Efficiency: Predictive Maintenance in Fertilizer Blending Plants

Presented By: Brett Binnekade, Systems Engineer, Bagtech

Presentation Description:

Explore how predictive maintenance can transform fertilizer blending plants by minimizing downtime, improving operational efficiency, and reducing maintenance costs. This presentation will highlight the key benefits of predictive analytics, real-time monitoring, and data-driven insights, enabling proactive decision-making for optimized performance and enhanced plant reliability.

 


1:45pm – 2pm: Advanced Water Recovery Technologies for the Fertilizer Industry

Presented By: Massimiliano Bertoldi, Area Manager, Cannon Artes

Presentation Description: Discover how Cannon Artes’ cutting-edge water recovery solutions optimize efficiency and sustainability in fertilizer production. From high-efficiency demineralization to Near Zero Liquid Discharge systems, our technologies help industries minimize water consumption, reduce waste, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.


2:05pm – 2:20pm – Stretch Hood Technology: The Ultimate Load Securing System

Presented By: Riccardo Costi, Senior Project Manager, Bocedi

Presentation Description:

For more than 6 decades Company Bocedi brought to customers all around the world the ultimate load securing solutions to grant stability and protection with no compromise. A fully automated end of line Stretch hood system to deliver superior product protection by being weatherproof and dustproof, reducing the risk of product damage and increasing load safety and stability during transport.


2:35pm – 2:50pm – Where ANDRITZ technology fits in Fertilizer manufacturing

Presented By: James McGillicuddy, Regional Sales Manager, Andritz

Presentation Description: TBC


3:15pm – 3:30pm – Practical Measurement Instrumentation Strategies for Sustainable Ammonia Production

Presented By: Michael Machuca, Director Chemical Industry, Emerson

Presentation Description: This presentation will feature several examples of how advanced measurement instrumentation can be used to help reduce energy and carbon intensity, ensure safety and optimize production in the manufacturing of fertilizers.


Day 2

10am – 10:15am – Introduction to Dynamic Image Analysis (DIA)

Presented By: Keith L. Swain, Technical Sails Manager, HORIBA Instruments Inc.

Presentation Description: Dynamic Image Analysis (DIA) is a modern technique to replace sieve sizing.  DIA Benefits include speed of analysis, high resolution data output, and labor savings.  The ability to get particle shape distributions can be beneficial for quality control in the fertilizer industry. 


10:20am – 10:35am – Equity Engineering E2G

Presented By: Phillip E. Prueter, Senior VP of Consulting Engineering – Principal Engineer II, E2G

Presentation Description: TBC


10:40am – 10:55am – Naq Global

Presented By: Fernanda Dias, VP of Operations and Technology, Naq Global

Presentation Description: TBC


11:10am – 11:25am – Advanced Heat Transfer Technologies by FIC for the Fertilizer Industry 

Presented By: Marco Pedranzini, Sales Manager Industrial Division, FIC S.p.A

Presentation Description: After an introduction to FIC and its heat transfer technologies, the presentation will focus on bulk solids cooler technology, its applications, and its potential in the fertilizer industry, highlighting FIC’s capabilities and scope of supply.


12:10pm – 12:25pm – Revolutionizing Powder & Fertilizer Packaging: The Power of Automation

Presented By: John Lingon, VP Sales – Industrial, nVenia

Presentation Description:

Discover how automation transforms packaging for powders and fertilizers. This presentation explores technologies like auger fillers, form-fill-seal systems, palletizing, and stretch hooding to optimize efficiency, minimize product loss, and improve safety. Learn how automation addresses labor challenges, enhances packaging quality, and drives long-term success in the fertilizer industry.

 


1:25pm – 1:40pm – Safer & Smarter Bulk Handling: Reducing Dust and Enhancing Efficiency in Fertilizer Processing

Presented By: Sergio Carillo, Sales & Marketing Director, Material Transfer

Presentation Description: Fertilizer manufacturers face challenges with dust control, flow consistency, and operator safety. This session dives into cutting-edge bulk handling solutions designed to minimize dust exposure, improve material discharge, and streamline operations. Discover how the right technology can enhance safety and efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

 


1:45pm – 2pm – Automation First: Evolving Ecosystems for Modern Distribution

Presented By: Austin Benes, Vice President of Sales, Kahler Automation

Presentation Description: Infrastructure expansion and modernization are essential to increasing product throughput, but facility-level automation is more than transferring products. Highlighting Constellation and LOADPASS by Kahler Automation as examples, we discuss how building around an automation plan creates an ecosystem of continuity and efficiency across the supply chain.


2:05pm – 2:20pm – Haver & Boecker

Presented By: Michael Honea

Presentation Description: TBC


2:35pm – 2:50pm – What’s the Difference between Regular and Fertilizer Execution for Bagging and Palletizing Machines

Presented By: Mr. Guenter Haiden, Executive Manager Sales & Marketing, Statec Binder GmbH

Presentation Description: In this presentation we will give you an overview of what is the difference in material and parts specification between a regular standard bagging and palletizing machine execution compared to a fertilizer execution. What our experiences and recommendations are and how much is this influenced by the environment and climate.


2:55pm – 3:10pm – Nex-Generation Fertilizers

Presented By: Adam Crosswhite, PE, Director of Engineering and Pilot Plant, IFDC and Kiran Pavuluri, Director of Research and Innovation, IFDC

Presentation Description: Showcasing the latest laboratory, Greenhouse and Pilot Plant projects and research at IFDC for innovative fertilizer technologies.


Day 3

10:20am – 10:35am – Benefits of a Dynamic Classifier Upgrade

Presented By: Felipe Arango, Business Development Manager, Bradley Pulverizer

Presentation Description: Upgrading to a dynamic classifier on a ball mill or vertical roller mill for fertilizers improves efficiency, flexibility, and energy savings. It enhances product quality, reduces maintenance, and offers versatility for various materials and systems. This leads to better control, cost savings, and a more sustainable operation.

 


10:40am – 10:55am – Why Graphite is a preferred material of construction in manufacturing of green and white phosphoric acid

Presented By: Adam McGaughey, Sales Director, APEX Engineered Products

Presentation Description: Graphite Material Characteristics in Heat Exchangers: Exploring how these properties influence the design, application, and operation of graphite heat exchangers in phosphoric acid plants and the chemical industry.


11:10am – 11:25am – LB – The Fertilizers Granulation Specialists

Presented By: Hamza Aganou, Area Sales Manager, LB Technology

Presentation Description: Since 1973, LB supplies standard and customized solutions for granulating and compacting powdered materials. Thanks to the continuous investments in R&D, LB anticipates the market’s needs providing the most advanced wet and dry granulation technology for the fertilizer industry. LB’s technology and processes are strictly “made in Italy”.


11:30am – 11:45am – Transforming Industries: Ohmstede’s Commitment to Quality and Service 

Presented By: Kirk Blanchard, Director of Operations – SynGas & Diversified Market

Description: Ohmstede Industrial Services offers comprehensive shop and field solutions, specializing in Turnarounds, Maintenance, Capital Projects, Specialty Emergency Call Services, and Pipe Fabrication. We serve the petrochemical, refining, fertilizer, agribusiness, and food manufacturing sectors completing over 3.2 million manhours per year. With over a century of expertise, we ensure operational excellence and client satisfaction.

 


1:25pm – 1:40pm – NanoCote – A NanoTechnology Solution

Presented By: Dan Adamson, Argonomoy Manager, Kyleen Bruss, NanoCote RMS

Presentation Description: A brief overview of using nano technology to coat dry fertilizers. The Agronomic and logistical benefits.