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SUMMARY:Modular Chronographs
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin AWCI board member Scott Walters before the Symposium in a course on the modular chronograph. \nHistory of modular movements from early examples to modern day modular concepts\, variations of modules\, manufacturers using them \nHands on practical course with the Dubois Depraz 2021 modular chronograph\, disassembly\, assembly\, and joining to movement \n  \nBring a thumb drive with you for downloading technical guides including Esembl-O-Graph books \n  \nPrerequisites: \nAWCI Modern Mechanical Chronograph (WATCH 220 – 7750) \nReview of Chapter 11 in Theory of Horology\, specifically 11.8 Modular Chronograph
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/modular-chronographs/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210814T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210816T170000
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SUMMARY:Practical Gear Cutting for the Horologist Session Two
DESCRIPTION:Come to AWCI in our well-equipped machine shop and join David Lindow in the second offering for this practical\, hands on class where gearing and gear cutting will be practiced.   Not only will the student learn the basic set ups involved cutting horological gears but multiple approaches to tooling will be explored as well as theory from a practical standpoint.   The student will learn about wheel and pinion engagements and gain a fuller understanding of horological gearing in general.    While the focus of the class will be on making gears and pinions the skills taught will transfer to general repair and improve the success rate of anyone that repairs clocks even if they never plan to cut gears in their shop.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/practical-gear-cutting-for-the-horologist-2/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20190122T181555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T181555Z
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SUMMARY:Practical Gear Cutting for the Horologist Session One
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nCome to AWCI in our well-equipped machine shop  and join David Lindow for this practical\, hands on class where gearing and gear cutting will be practiced.   Not only will the student learn the basic set ups involved cutting horological gears but multiple approaches to tooling will be explored as well as theory from a practical standpoint.   The student will learn about wheel and pinion engagements and gain a fuller understanding of horological gearing in general.    While the focus of the class will be on making gears and pinions the skills taught will transfer to general repair and improve the success rate of anyone that repairs clocks even if they never plan to cut gears in their shop.    \n 
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/practical-gear-cutting-for-the-horologist/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
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SUMMARY:Herschede Tubular Bell Restoration Class
DESCRIPTION:  \nMichael Gainey CC21 \nHerschede Tubular Bell Restoration Class \n  \nAugust 11-13  2021 \nLocation: AWCI Headquarters in Harrison\, Ohio \nCost of class:  AWCI members – $595 Non-members – $745 \n  \nMichael will share his hard earned knowledge gained from forty years of experience through his extensive power point presentation with over 200 photos that focus on dozens of examples of those issues\, both before and after a rebuild\, that are unique to the most common Herschede Tubular Bell movements.  This is not a simple discussion of disassembly\, restoration and reassembly but an in depth look at all the problems associated with these high quality but often troublesome movements.  Just a few of the topics include the dead beat escapement\, anchor replacement\, bushings\, polishing and adjusting of levers and pins\, hammer dampers\, the chime cylinder\, chime lift lever\, gathering pallet adjustments and replacement\, rack hooks\, minute wheel issues\, the main wheels and maintaining power system\, cable replacement tips\, self adjust chime adjustments\, delivery and installation tips\, parts availability\, pricing concepts and repair times as well as special considerations for the two weight Herschede tubular bell clock.    The class will also include an actual demonstration of restoration techniques on a Herschede tubular bell movement. \nAttendees are encouraged to bring any Herschede movement they may have for inspection or possible trouble shooting help. \nExpected Class Schedule  \n\n General Info/Introduction\n Specific Repair Issues\n\nDisassembly \nWear Repair \nPitch Circles \nPivots \nProper bushing installation \nChime gathering pallet engagement \nChime release lifting lever issues \nGathering pallet\, rack\, and rack hook shape for proper operation \nMinute wheel and lift pin issues \nMinute hand pipe \nEscapement \nDead beat escapement adjusting rules \nLock\, drop and lift \nPolishing out ruts \nStep to reset escapement \nMounting a new set of pallets \nMain wheels \nDisassembly \nMaintaining power system on time main wheel \nPolishing \nBushing and broaching technique \nInconsistent diameters and depth issues \nLevers and pins \nChime second wheel depth control \nChime cylinder and hammer superstructure \nDisassembly \nHammer tails \nDamper replacement \nHammer tension \nBent cylinder pins and how to straighten \nCable replacement \nTechniques and knots \nLever lubrication \nSagging tube racks \nMoon dial issues \nSelf adjust chime issues \nStrike rack \nSynchronizing \nChime warning \nStrike hammer lift pins \nStrike warning \nChime lift release lever and minute hand \nProper alignment and techniques \nFitting new gathering pallet \nTesting \nIII. Finishing the Job \n                Restringing hammers and tubes \nHammer pads \nTubular bell cosmetics \nWeight and disc appearance \nCracked tubes \n\n Delivering the Repaired Movement\n\n                Level and stabilize \nInstallation \nRe-check functions \nCustomer care instructions \n\n Initial Diagnosis\n\n                Wear – where to look first \nEstimating \nOffer enhancements \nAvailable parts references \n                Bushings \nCable \nHammer string \n  \nExamples of Herschede movement varieties \nDiscussion of two weight Herschede tubular chime movements \nDemonstration of restoration techniques on actual movement \nDemonstrate synchronizing process \nBench testing \nPlace on testing stand and perform final adjustments \nExamination of any participant Herschede movements \nDemonstrate proper set up of full 9 tube movement \nDemonstrate customer instructions \nReview of critical areas when restoring these movements \nMichael Gainey CC21 \nBio \nMichael’s career as a clockmaker began in 1978 when he took a job with a local clock retail shop delivering and setting up grandfather clocks.  This soon led to a five year clock repair apprenticeship.  He eventually established his own shop\, Master Clock Repair in Columbus\, Ohio in 1994.  Once on his own his hunger to expand his clock repair horizons prompted him to become more and more active with AWCI and its Ohio affiliate\, WAO.  Through these organizations he began to attend every available clock class.  This led to becoming a Certified Clockmaker in 2001.   From 2004 to 2011 he served on AWCI’s Education Committee where he helped write the first ever Standards and Practices document for clockmakers\, helped rewrite the certification exam and trained to become an assessor for the exam.  He achieved CC21 status in 2010.  He has also served on the AWCI Board of Directors\, Affiliate Chapter Chairman\, Honors and Awards Chairman\, the Board of Clock Examiners and has been President of WAO for four terms.  During his career he has repaired over 40\,000 clocks\, has often taught classes for both AWCI and WAO and is a published author of over 15 articles in the Horological Times. He has an extensive web site at masterclockrepair.com. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/herschede-tubular-bell-restoration-class/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181013T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181013T220000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T185828Z
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SUMMARY:Awards Banquet
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fine meal while recognizing the accomplishments of your peers. This year’s banquet follows a new format and includes closing remarks for the convention.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/awards-banquet/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181013T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
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SUMMARY:Hands-On with CAD - 1/2 CEU
DESCRIPTION:This class will use Fusion 360 to model\, generate technical drawings\, and demonstrate its capabilities to have the model manufactured through traditional CNC as well as 3-D printing. \nCAD will cover the following objectives: \n\nCreation of a 3-D model of a watchmaking tool.\nCreation of dimensioned technical drawings for the watchmaking tool.\nProcess of converting the model with CAM for output to CNC or 3-D printing.\n\nPrerequisites and items needed for the 3-D class: \n\nLaptop computer with Fusion 360 downloaded and installed.\nVerification that the program is functional and any experience is appreciated prior to class.\nMouse to use with computer.\n\nJason Champion\, CW21 has been employed by OSUIT for 10 years\, serving as the program chair for the school of watchmaking. A WOSTEP-certified watchmaker\, he has worked for Richemont North America in New York City and operated a private watch-repair business in Tennessee for 6 years. He uses these experiences while working with students learning to repair watches and develop customer relations skills. \nJason Ziegenbein\, CW21\, a WOSTEP-certified watchmaker\, has taught some of the best and brightest at OSUIT’s School of Watchmaking over the last 10 years. Other watchmaking experiences include owning and operating a private watch-repair business and as a retail watchmaker in Houston\, Texas and Tulsa\, Oklahoma.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/hands-on-with-cad/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181013T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181013T170000
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CREATED:20180621T182712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T182712Z
UID:38989-1539435600-1539450000@www.awci.com
SUMMARY:Timesaving Jigs & Fixtures - 1/2 CEU
DESCRIPTION:Students will learn more ways of “catching center” in a piece of stock.  We will also discuss topics such as material selection\, hardening and tempering processes\, devices to correct depthings\, refacing anchor pallets\, and more.  Students will also make several jigs and fixtures to take home to help with their own bench work. \nNeeded Student Supplies For Class Use: \n\n3-4 Sharp gravers ready to cut brass and steel and stones and fixtures to keep them sharp during class as needed. If you are using a cross slide\, then bring 3-4 tool bits that are sharp and ready for use in the class.\nFiles: a set of needle files (at least a round\, flat and triangle type)\, a 6” or 8” mill file\, and a jeweler’s saw with extra blades (suggest a #2/0 size).\nA small hacksaw with an extra blade.\nA series of drills: from shaft size to pivot size of the wheels the student brings.\nA small bench vice that can be clamped to a table or board.\n½ Dozen BLANK (no center hole) bushings either KWM size #3 or Bergeon 3.0mm.\nSeveral tweezers.\nA set of buff sticks-courseness’s 2\, 0\, 2/0\, 4/0\nA set of telescoped brass tubing (from a hardware store) 1 of each from 1/16” to 3/8” OD.\nSeveral plastic baggies to take home their finished projects.\n2-American T/S mantel wheels from junk that can be used for repivot practice.\nA small torch to be used for hardening and tempering work.\nA spool of iron binding wire\n3-4 oz. ball peen hammer  and a large steel bench block.\nA metal shears to cut shim stock.\nIf you have a cross slide for a WW style lathe—BRING IT!\nSafety Glasses\nLoupe\n\nJerry Faier\, CMC21\, FAWCI started his clock and watch restoration business\, The Clock Makers\, in 1978. Over the years he built a staff by teaching apprentices and having them get certified. He continues to run his business in Glendale\, Arizona\, with his wife as case finisher. Jerry has taught many classes for AWCI\, including deadbeat escapement\, basic clock skills\, metallurgy\, bushing practices\, burnishing and burnishers\, electric clock repair\, and more. He has published many articles on clock repair. \n 
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/creating-jigs-fixtures-for-the-lathe/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,TimeCon
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.awci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/JerryFaier-2018.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181013T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181013T150000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180802T170010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T170010Z
UID:40340-1539435600-1539442800@www.awci.com
SUMMARY:Tools and Techniques to Up Your Watchmaking Game - 1/2 CEU
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use your new and existing equipment in the most productive way. Decrease the duplication of tasks by learning new servicing techniques that will improve your efficiency. Timing and troubleshooting tips also will be offered. The class will conclude with a group discussion—your participation is welcome and encouraged! \nTom Schomaker develops the curriculum and is the lead watchmaking instructor for AWCI. He has received brand-specific training in Switzerland\, plus additional training on Rolex and Breitling timepieces. He has performed after-sales service for a Swiss manufacturer of complicated watches and operated his own watch-repair business before joining AWCI as a full-time instructor. He has provided watchmaking education and consulting for three of the largest independent service centers in the US.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/tools-and-techniques-to-up-your-watchmaking-game-1-2-ceu/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,TimeCon
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.awci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/TOM.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181013T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181013T130000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180621T185018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T185018Z
UID:38998-1539417600-1539435600@www.awci.com
SUMMARY:American Timepiece Horology Fair
DESCRIPTION:Vendors including tool manufacturers\, parts suppliers\, and American watch brands display their products along side watchmakers\, clockmakers\, and enthusiasts with horological products to display.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/american-timepiece-horology-fair-2/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:TimeCon,Trade Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181012T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181012T213000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180727T010050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180727T010050Z
UID:40303-1539369000-1539379800@www.awci.com
SUMMARY:RedBar GTG
DESCRIPTION:RedBar\, AWCI\, and Brand owners get together for drinks and talking watches.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/redbar-gtg/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:TimeCon
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181012T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181012T180000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180621T184515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T184515Z
UID:38995-1539349200-1539367200@www.awci.com
SUMMARY:American Timepiece Horology Fair
DESCRIPTION:The vendor fair you know and love for its unprecedented access to tool and parts suppliers and manufacturers has just gotten even better! You’ll not only see the latest tools and product demonstrations from the leaders in the industry\, but in 2018 we’ll be welcoming American watch brands as well as the collectors and enthusiasts as we open the show to the public!
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/american-timepiece-horology-fair/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:TimeCon,Trade Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181012T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180621T182421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T182421Z
UID:38987-1539331200-1539345600@www.awci.com
SUMMARY:Modular Chronograph Repair Issues - 1/2 CEU
DESCRIPTION:This technical lecture will focus on modular chronographs from the manufacture Dubois Dépraz. We will go in-depth on how these chronographs function\, common repair issues\, and how to properly service the modular. These modular chronographs from Dubois Dépraz are widely used within the watch making industry\, and this lecture will build your confidence for your next repairs. \nRobert Flood\, CW21 is a WOSTEP-certified watchmaker\, who has been the Technical Instructor for Breitling USA in Wilton\, Connecticut\, since 2006. Robert graduated from the Lititz Watch Technicum in 2004. At Breitling\, Robert provides technical training for watchmakers\, oversees the technical QC process\, and analyzes repair comebacks.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/the-modular-chronograph/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,TimeCon
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.awci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Rob-Flood.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181012T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180621T182137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T182137Z
UID:38983-1539331200-1539345600@www.awci.com
SUMMARY:Success in the Marketplace for Clockmakers and Watchmakers - 1/2 CEU
DESCRIPTION:This class is designed to prepare you for the challenges of operating a successful and profitable clock or watch repair business in the 21st century.  Most of us do not have the advantage of working for a large corporation where business policies are already in place written by some unknown upper level manager.  Most independent watch and clockmakers end up finding our own way through trial and error.  During this class I will share those policies I have developed over long periods of time that have been beneficial to me for protection and profit.  We will also discuss shop organization\, long-distance repairs\, deposits\, guarantees\, estimating and the value of clockmakers and watchmakers to the public\, your image\, promotion of that image via websites and social media. \nMichael Gainey\, CC21 began his clockmaking career in 1978 in a local clock retail shop delivering and setting up grandfather clocks. This led to a 5-year clock repair apprenticeship. He opened his own shop\, Master Clock Repair\, in Columbus\, Ohio\, in 1994 and has serviced over 40\,000 clocks since then. Michael is active in AWCI and its Ohio affiliate\, WAO\, serving the Board of Directors and on committees\, including the Education Committee\, where he helped write the first Standards and Practices document for clockmakers\, helped rewrite the certification exam\, and was an exam assessor. He frequently teaches classes and publishes articles in the Horological Times. www.masterclockrepair.com.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/clockmaker-workshop-practices/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181011T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181011T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180823T154133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T154133Z
UID:40385-1539288000-1539291600@www.awci.com
SUMMARY:Advances in Timing Technology
DESCRIPTION:Witschi demonstrates the latest in timing machine advances.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/advances-in-timing-technology/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181011T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181011T210000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180823T153526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T153526Z
UID:40379-1539288000-1539291600@www.awci.com
SUMMARY:Rose Engine Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:David Lindow demonstrates engine turning.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/rose-engine-demonstration/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181011T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181011T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180823T154312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T154312Z
UID:40387-1539284400-1539288000@www.awci.com
SUMMARY:Battery Technology
DESCRIPTION:Henry Kessler discusses battery technology.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/battery-technology/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:TimeCon
ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181011T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181011T200000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180823T153952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T153952Z
UID:40382-1539284400-1539288000@www.awci.com
SUMMARY:Generations
DESCRIPTION:Jason Champion discusses how AWCI can use the strengths of different generations for success.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/generations/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181011T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
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SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The annual meeting of the AWCI Board of Directors
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Meetings,TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181011T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181011T124500
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180621T172415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T172415Z
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SUMMARY:Industry Advisory Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The annual meeting of the AWCI Industry Advisory Board\, open to all members.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/industry-advisory-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181011T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181011T111500
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180621T171950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T171950Z
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SUMMARY:Affiliate Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The annual meeting of delegates from AWCI Affiliate Chapters
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/affiliate-chapter-meeting/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181011T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181011T100000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180621T164427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T164427Z
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SUMMARY:Keynote Address
DESCRIPTION:Ian Schon of Schon Horology addresses the 2018 TimeCon. \nIan graduated from Boston University in 2012 with a degree in mechanical and manufacturing engineering. Prior to entering the world of horology he was a Senior Product Designer at IDEO in Cambridge\, MA and ran his pen company Schon DSGN. \nIan’s start in industrial manufacturing magnified his affinity for high quality products. This year he launched Schon Horology with watches featuring Swiss movements and cases\, dials\, and hands made in his New England workshop. \n The introductory watch model\, The Dot\, is a reasonable 38mm which fits comfortably on a 6″ wrist but is large enough not to look out of place on ordinary 7-8″ wrists as well. The Dot will be available in a limited run of 100 watches each with a NOS Doxa Swiss made movement. The movements are completely refurbished and installed in the cases which are manufactured in the United States. \nThe Dial\, Hands\, and case are all hand finished in Ian’s studio and are made to order so some customization is available. \nCheck out more at www.schonhorology.com
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/keynote-address/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181010T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180621T181939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T181939Z
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SUMMARY:The Chronometer Club Seminar - 1 CEU
DESCRIPTION:Tom Schomaker presents Hairspring Manipulation Techniques at this year’s chronometer club seminar. \nThis class encompasses the basics of hairspring manipulations.  Students will learn the fundamentals of hairspring straightening\, correction of errors\, leveling of the hairspring at the collet\, and more. \nThe class will also touch upon truing the hairspring at the collet\, safe removal\, installation\, manipulation\, centering in the round and flat\, regulator pins\, and its effects on timing. \n  \nTom Schomaker\, CMW21 develops the curriculum and is the lead watchmaking instructor for AWCI. He has received brand-specific training in Switzerland\, plus additional training on Rolex and Breitling timepieces. He has performed after-sales service for a Swiss manufacturer of complicated watches and operated his own watch-repair business before joining AWCI as a full-time instructor. He has provided watchmaking education and consulting for three of the largest independent service centers in the US.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/the-chronometer-club-seminar/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,TimeCon
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181008T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140554
CREATED:20180621T181531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T181531Z
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SUMMARY:Gear Train Design & Layout - 3 CEUs
DESCRIPTION:This 3-day course covers the basics of gear train design and layout.  This 3-day course covers the basics of gear train design and layout for clocks. Students will work in pairs to get a better understanding of gear engagements and how to troubleshoot weaknesses in gear trains and find remedies for them. They’ll test wheels and pinions in a depthing tool and choose the best of them. Then they’ll lay out the gear train in a set of plates and make shafting and do press fits as well. \nAttendees are encouraged to bring the following items to class: \n\nMicrometer\nCalipers\nDepthing tool\nYour other favorite hand tools\n\nDavid Lindow is owner of Lindow Machine Works in Lake Ariel\, Pennsylvania. His work includes period clock restoration\, vintage machinery restoration\, and making reproduction clockworks. He also manufactures the Lindow Rose Engine and the MADE lathe. Lindow is the president of Ornamental Turners International and a regular guest tutor at the Memoria Technica Workshop in Seattle where he teaches engine turning classes.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/gear-train-design-layout/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Austin Midtown\, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,TimeCon
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ORGANIZER;CN="AWCI":MAILTO:education@awci.com
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