What is RMC & xpansivo?

PdM Tech & Visual K invite you to be part of the most influential Maintenance & Reliability Congress in the Americas.

This is your chance to expand your knowledge, connect with industry leaders, and uncover cutting-edge solutions to today’s challenges.

Embark on a journey toward better asset management, greater efficiency, and advanced reliability strategies. The future of the industry starts here!

Reliability

Congress

Objectives

  • 5Gain in-depth knowledge of asset management, maintenance, reliability engineering, and Condition-Based Maintenance for industry success
  • 5Discover how to optimize maintenance strategies through efficient planning and scheduling
  • 5Analyze the impact of human reliability on asset management and decision-making
  • 5Participate in hands-on training sessions and learn directly from top industry experts
  • 5Connect with professionals to share experiences and solutions to common challenges

Audience

Directors, Managers, Supervisors, Leaders of:

  • Reliability
  • Facilities
  • Plant
  • Project Engineering Managers
  • Maintenance
  • Engineering
  • Production
  • Planning and Scheduling

speakers

Jesús R. Sifonte

Thought leader, speaker, consultant, instructor, and coach for asset reliability and maintenance.
He holds a master's degree in Reliability and Maintenance Engineering from Monash University in Australia, is the creator of the RCM-R methodology, and is a co-author of the publication Reliability Centered Maintenance Reengineered: Practical Optimization of the RCM Process With RCM-R

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Bernal Picado

Industrial engineer and business administrator. Candidate for a doctorate in the Industrial Engineering and Organization program at the University of Seville, Spain. Master's degree in Reliability, Maintainability, and Asset Risk (University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain). Representative for Central America at INGEMAN

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Julio P. Roque

Vice President of Product Development Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence
Technology leader. Highly Accomplished Cloud and Digital Transformation Executive. Expert at using technology to maximize shareholder value. A strategic leader who drives collaboration, alignment, and cohesiveness across teams and organizations worldwide

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Pilar Valderrama

Over 20 years of experience leading and participating in Reliability and asset management projects across diverse industries and countries, and proven track record of delivering tailored solutions that meet client needs.

Her success hinges on her ability to understand client challenges, design effective projects, embracing technology-driven improvements, using reliability methodologies, problem-solving techniques, and manage diverse teams effectively. Passionate about continuous learning and growth

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Vilma Rosado

Distinguished business leader with over 20 years of experience in Engineering, Maintenance & Reliability, Operations, Capital and Strategic Projects, successfully integrating these functions with site operations to achieve the highest standards of efficiency, productivity, and regulatory compliance.

Her career spans multiple industries, including biotechnology, pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging, highly automated electronics manufacturing, and capital construction projects. As a recognized Subject Matter Expert in Maintenance and Reliability, she has developed and implemented strategies that optimize programs, equipment, and systems, driving cost reduction, minimizing deviations, and enhancing overall performance.

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Jesús M. Rodríguez

Electrical engineer graduated from the Interamerican University of Bayamón, Puerto Rico, with a minor in Electrical Systems. From early in my academic journey, I have been committed to professional growth and technical excellence, becoming a member of key industry organizations such as IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) and ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers).

I currently work as a Reliability Engineer at PDM Tech, where I apply my knowledge in electrical engineering to enhance the reliability and performance of industrial systems through predictive analysis, condition-based maintenance, and strategies focused on continuous improvement. My approach combines a solid technical foundation with a mindset geared toward operational efficiency and solving complex problems.

Mike Bodón

President and CEO of AQUIS (AE-KWIS), the national leader in air handler renewal. A mechanical engineering graduate from Rutgers University, Mike began his career at General Electric before co-founding AQUIS in 2004 to solve a critical fire code compliance issue in HVAC systems. Under his leadership, AQUIS has grown into a trusted provider for top hospitals, universities, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies. Originally from New Jersey, Mike lives in Orlando with his wife and three children.

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Drew Walts

Level III Master Thermographer, CAT 3 ASU, CAT 1 VIB, Level 1 MA, ISO 14001 & ISO 9001 Internal Auditor, Level 1 ASNT IRT, LETA, ARP-1, SME

As a global instructor and consultant for over 13 years, he specialized in the combined use of ultrasound and infrared for equipment analysis. His deep expertise led him to author a reference book on Airborne/Structure borne Ultrasound (ASU) and to develop the globally recognized ISO certification courses for Infrared (IRT) and ASU technologies.

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James Reyes Picknell

Executive advisor and management consultant. Expert on getting high performance from industrial physical assets. Engineering, operational, maintenance management and consulting experience, includes: military (naval) service as a ship's engineer, maintenance and reliability engineering in petrochemicals, development of maintenance and support programs for a fleet of warships, helicopters and ground based avionics systems, and then consulting.

His consulting career began in the big firms, leading to founding of his own specialty firm, filling a need that the big firms simply do not provide.

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Phillip Lawson Whittingham

Director of the Generation Asset Management Group at JPS, with over 34 years of experience in the electric utility industry, where he has been instrumental in improving plant reliability and efficiency. His key achievements include developing the company's first Asset Management Policy and completing the 10MW Hill Run plant. With a career that began in the Jamaica Defence Force before joining JPS in 2000, Whittingham holds a strong academic background with an MBA, a Master's in Project Management, and multiple technical certifications. In addition to his distinguished professional career, he is a family man and an active leader in his religious community.

Marc Laplante

World-renowned expert in Asset Performance Management with extensive experience at companies like Hexagon, General Electric, and Meridium. He played a key role in the development of the ISO 55001:2024 asset management standards and has applied his knowledge across six continents, helping industries such as water services, electricity, mining, and manufacturing. His specialty is connecting theoretical standards with practical execution, transforming asset management into a strategic advantage rather than a simple compliance obligation.

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Jeromy Risner

Is the Director of Pre-Sales Engineering, developing innovative approaches to building business cases to identify total potential financial benefits and the client’s quickest path to recognizing ROI.

Jeromy is a maintenance and reliability professional whose career spans all aspects of maintenance, from turning wrenches to implementing mechanical integrity and reliability programs. This path led to teaching and implementing maintenance best practices across many industry verticals including chemical and general manufacturing, mining, oil & gas, and food & beverage

Rafael Álvarez

Rafael is an electrical engineer from the National Technological Institute of Mexico, specializing as an analyst, manager, and consultant in condition monitoring technologies. He holds a wide range of certifications in areas such as vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasound, and RCM, which support his solid technical background in the maintenance and reliability of industrial assets.

With experience in the oil, paper, and pharmaceutical sectors in Mexico and Puerto Rico, Rafael has distinguished himself as a reliability engineer. His career has focused on optimizing critical equipment, leading multidisciplinary teams to implement innovative solutions that prevent failures, minimize downtime, and ensure safe and efficient operations.

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Ángel Torres

Hexagon EAM Practice Lead. Problem solver and technology expert with a proven track record of improving business processes for companies. Over 20 years of experience as a technology executive and over 10 years in the Power Gen industry. Holds a bachelor of science in Electrical Engineering from UPR - Mayaguez Campus

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René J. Nazario

VisualK’s CEO & Maintenance Lead HxGN & Infor Channel Partner. Empowering organizations to reach efficiency with best-in-class EAM solutions & Human Asset Management applications. Rene Nazario has more than 20 years improving the processes for industrial companies. Under Nazario's direction, Visual K has EAM Micro-Vertical specialization in POWER Gen, Manufacturing, Pharma, Mining, & Facilities

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Saul Soto

Program Manager at VisualK Caribe
Experienced Project Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the computer software industry. Skilled in Business Process, Management, Leadership, Business Intelligence, and Strategic Planning. Strong program and project management professional. Expertise in the Enterprise Asset Management Solution

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Lindabeliz Ortiz

Functional Consultant at Visual K, Lindabeliz is dedicated to maximizing asset value and optimizing operations for organizations through the implementation of HxGN EAM. With experience in implementing and customizing asset management solutions, she focuses on understanding client needs and delivering effective solutions, ensuring that clients get the most out of their investment in asset management technology

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Luis Echevarria

Program Manager at Visual K
Project implementation oversight of HxGN EAM, leveraging his extensive experience in the software industry. With a focus on business processes, management, and strategic planning. Specializing in enterprise asset management solutions, Luis is dedicated to delivering seamless integration and optimization, exceeding client expectations through innovation and tangible results

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Christopher Lopez

Consultant at Visual K Enterprise Software Christopher stands out for his broad knowledge of the latest trends in critical topics in asset maintenance and performance. Through the implementation of HxGN EAM in renowned companies, he has helped transform maintenance management into strategic competitive advantages

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Kenneth Vázquez

Functional Consultant at Visual K with a passion for optimizing operations and empowering EAM clients. With a solid foundation in coding using SQL and Oracle, specialized in database upgrades for EAM software, enhancing efficiency and reliability. Kenneth has worked closely with Power Plant clients, streamlining processes and ensuring seamless operations

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Congress Topics

Updates will be made as details become available.

Oct 15
Oct 16

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Digital Certificate

Reliability Kit

4 Coffee Breaks

2 lunches

Meet & Greet - Cocktail

Lots of learning, networking & fun

agenda

Day 1

October

8:00 Registration

8:30 Opening

9:15 Sessions

10:55 Coffee Break

11:15 Sessions

13:00Lunch

14:15 Sessions

15:55 Coffee Break

16:15 Sessions

18:00 Cocktail

Day 2

October

8:30 Sessions

10:15 Coffee Break

10:45 Sessions

12:25 Lunch

13:45 Sessions

15:25 Coffee Break

15:45 Sessions

16:45 Closure & Raffle

Location

201 Dorado Del Mar Boulevard
Dorado, 00646 Puerto Rico

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