Highlights of the Program

2 days business program:

Learn from real-world case studies by industry leaders.

SHOWCASING INNOVATION:

Discover the latest technology and techniques from across the industry.

leaders talk:

Hear from top-level experts about how to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry.

MULTIPLE STREAMS:

A business program that is multi-disciplinary, giving you a broad view of the industry.

SMART TECHNOLOGIES:

Explore the latest smart and AI-driven solutions, and see how they can be used in your business.

roundtable discussion:

Join talks with industry peers. Share ideas, make connections, and find new partners.

Program

Day 1 :
MONDAY, September 14, 2026
08:30 - 09:30
REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:05
FRAC SAND APPLICATIONS AND VOLUME PROJECTIONS
Tim Leshchyshyn
FracKnowledge

Tim Leshchyshyn

FracKnowledge

  • Looking at forward projections as well as the last 5 years
  • Interpreting proppant intensity and increasing production rates
  • Case studies and comparison of various sand types and uses
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON FRAC SAND LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
10:10 - 10:40
SPEED NETWORKING SESSION
  • Exchange business cards and get connected in short one-to-one meetings
  • Start the conversation to arrange a more formal meeting later on in the conference
  • Share your professional background and discuss your biggest business issues - don't forget your business cards!
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:30
PANEL DISCUSSION ON FRAC SAND
11:30 - 11:55
MATHEMATICAL OPTIMIZATION IN OIL SANDS OPERATIONS ENHANCING EFFICIENCY AND REDUCING RISK
Sudeep Singh
Accelerate Analytix

Sudeep Singh

Accelerate Analytix

  • Explore how mathematical modeling can reduce maintenance risk and supply chain waste
  • Learn how optimization improves hauling truck availability in mining operations
  • Review case studies demonstrating measurable benefits in oil sands project execution
11:55 - 12:00
Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED MODELS FOR REDUCING RISK AND BOOSTING EFFICIENCY IN THE FRAC SAND INDUSTRY
12:00 - 13:30
NETWORKING LUNCH AND VISITING THE FRAC SAND EXHIBITION
13:35 - 14:00
THE BENEFIT OF FINE SCREENS IN FRAC SAND
Danny Luu
Derrick

Danny Luu

Derrick

  • Uncover how fine screens can help achieve targeted frac sand specifications
  • Compare fine screens with traditional classifiers for performance and efficiency
  • Evaluate real-world case studies demonstrating measurable operational benefits
14:00 - 14:05
Q&A SESSION ON OPTIMIZING FRAC SAND WITH FINE SCREENING TOOLS
14:05 - 14:30
UNDERSTANDING HOW RAILROADS THINK ABOUT FRAC SAND PRICING
Ronald Margulis
RAM Communications

Ronald Margulis

RAM Communications

  • Gain insight into how railroads prioritize frac sand among other commodities
  • Understand where and how buyers can effectively push back in rate discussions
  • Explore real-world case studies to improve freight negotiation strategies
  • Learn to identify and leverage negotiable terms hidden in transportation contracts
14:30 - 14:35
Q&A SESSION ON RAIL PRICING STRATEGIES AND NEGOTIATION INSIGHTS FOR FRAC SAND TRANSPORTATION
14:40 - 15:10
AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
15:15 - 15:45
RESERVED PRESENTATION
15:45 - 16:00
CLOSING REMARKS
16:00 - 17:00
NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
Day 2 :
TUESDAY, September 15, 2026
09:00 - 09:30
MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:05
COMPARING THE USE OF TIER-1, TIER-2, AND PREMIUM PROPPANT
Tim Leshchyshyn
FracKnowledge

Tim Leshchyshyn

FracKnowledge

  • Discussion on the use of wet sand for well completions, the challenges and opportunities
  • Assessing the tier-1 sand, tier-2 sand, and premium proppant for the right well applications
  • Examples of frac engineering and production rates that impact sand volumes and types
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON TYPES OF FRAC SAND AND THEIR USAGE IN THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY
10:10 - 10:40
RESERVED PRESENTATION
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:25
ENHANCING AGGREGATE RESOURCE ESTIMATION USING ELECTRICAL RESISTIVITY TOMOGRAPHY
Ozcan Tekci
University of Alberta

Ozcan Tekci

University of Alberta

  • Discover how ERT improves pit expansion planning and reduces exploration drilling costs
  • Examine the technical challenges of mapping interbedded sands and clays with ERT
Dominic Apel
University of Alberta

Dominic Apel

University of Alberta

  • Understand how subsurface variability affects processing efficiency and economic returns
  • Analyze a real-world case study validating ERT results through pit wall comparisons
11:25 - 11:30
Q&A SESSION ON APPLICATIONS AND CHALLENGES OF ERT IN OIL AND GAS FIELD VALIDATION
11:30 - 12:00
RESERVED PRESENTATION
12:00 - 12:15
FEEDBACK & RAFFLE DRAW
12:15 - 13:30
NETWORKING LUNCH

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