If you thought 2006’s event was good, just wait for 2008. This year we’ve pulled out all the stops.
We’ll have more things to see at our manufacturers’ exhibits, more exclusive training seminars and more food, music and fun.
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The internationally renowned Irish folk band “The Elders” will play, there’ll be great door prizes and Jeff Burton’s Car #31 will be on display. NFL All-Star Conrad Dobler will also be in attendance. There’ll be more people to meet, more things to learn and more to see and do.
Don’t miss the opportunity! Come to IBT Tech X 500 at Kansas Speedway on September 17 or 18. You’ll be so caught up in the fun, you’ll have a blast learning about industrial and manufacturing products and methods.
Exclusive Training Seminars
Join us for two full days of technical training sessions, ranging from Fall Protection to Bearing Maintenance to Electrical Matters to Conveyors to Vendor Relations.
Each seminar will provide insights into ways to work smarter and more productively while increasing uptime. See the seminar schedule for further details.
Trade Show Exhibits
More than 55 leading manufacturers will display and demonstrate products, bringing you up-to-date with their newest products by sharing their professional expertise.
Every exhibitor will offer door prizes, so make sure to get your badge scanned for your chance to various prizes.
NASCAR Ride-Alongs
The Racing Experience will tear up the track for lucky winners. Experience three laps of racing around Kansas Speedway in an authentic NASCAR Sprint Cup race car at speeds of 165 mph.
Winning a ride-along may be easier than you think. Here are just two of the ways you can increase your chances:
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Attend as many seminars as you can: at the close of each training session, a winner will be announced.
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Compete in the Timken Race Challenge: each day, the winner with the fastest lap time will win a ride-along.
NASCAR Show Car #31
Courtesy of SKF, a Jeff Burton/Richard Childress Racing sponsor, Tech X 500 attendees will be able to check out the official NASCAR vehicle up close and personal.
The Elders
Enjoy Kansas City's own Celtic rock band! The Elders will perfom live from 5 to 7pm on Wednesday, courtesy of Baldor-Dodge.
Expect smart stagecraft and superb showmanship. The Elders display skillful mix of amped-up rock, powerful vocals, blazing instrumentals and top-notch song-writing.
The Food
Brancato's Catering will serve lunch from 11 am to 1:30 pm on both days and dinner from 4 to 7 pm on Wednesday.
IBT is noted for their hospitality – and if you've ever been to an IBT customer appreciation event, you know why. Tech X 500 is no exception. Come break bread with us at Kansas Speedway.
Conrad Dobler, NFL All-Star
Visit the IBT Wellness booth in Garage D and meet NFL All-Star Conrad Dobler! Conrad will be representing his medical company, Superior Health Staffing, Inc. (SHSI).
In collaboration with SHSI, IBT Wellness offers easy-to-administer flu vaccines to employers through a risk-free, cost-effective program. Flu shots are conveniently delivered on-site and protect against three types and strains of influenza viruses.
Stop by to meet the CEO of SHSI and the NFL's most offensive offensive lineman, Conrad Dobler! Visit us in Garage D and get the three-time Pro Bowler's autograph and take a picture with him.
Known as Pro Football's Dirtiest Player, Conrad Dobler played for the St. Louis Cardinals from 1972-77, the New Orleans Saints from 1978-79 and the Buffalo Bills from 1980-81.
The Timken Race Challenge
Head to the checkered-flag dome for a little healthy competition. Test your racing skills on a NASCAR style banked track and go head to head with others Timken's Remote Control Race Challenge!
Race against others for bragging rights. Race against the clock for your chance to win a real thrill: each day, the winner with the fastest lap time will win a ride-along!
