What is the CBM Conference Australia?

the CBM Conference  (formerly known as IMVAC) is Australia’s best and only conference that is 100% for and about the machine condition monitoring industry. As such, our conference covers a broad range of technologies and sub-industries that revolve around keeping machinery in working order such as:

  Vibration analysis: the way to detect slight changes in vibrations that occur as a result of machines suffering faults

  Infrared thermography: thermal imaging technology that is used to detect manufacturing faults

  Wear debris analysis: oil sample analysis used to detect metal wear particles and other contaminants

  Motor testing: measuring motor currents to uncover faults in supply voltage

 Ultrasound: high frequency technology used to detect friction, turbulence or impacts within machines

  Lubrication: ensuring the long life of mechanical parts through proper lubrication

  Condition monitoring: appropriate condition and functioning can extend lifespan

 Alignment and balance: minimizing centrifugal forces to decrease strain and improve the reliability of machinery.

The CBM Conference Australia is the first conference and exhibition in Australia to bring together all of these industries in one place. Our three to four-day conference at a leading hotel in Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast presents industry professionals with the perfect opportunity to improve and grow their industry knowledge, mix with like-minded peers, learn new strategies and approaches and hear from the biggest and most respected names in the industry.

Who should attend the CBM Conference Australia?

Anyone who works in the condition monitoring or reliability industries should seriously consider attending the CBM Conference Australia, particularly if you live and work in Australia or New Zealand. Whatever your position, whether it is technical or managerial, there are plenty of learning and networking opportunities to take advantage of. It doesn’t matter if this will be your first CBM Conference or your third conference, everyone is welcome and everyone is sure to learn something.

Why should you attend the CBM Conference Australia?

There are more than just a couple of reasons that professionals attend CBM Conference Australia. Here are the top five:

1. This is the only condition monitoring conference in Australia. In fact, our series of conferences are the only ones of their kind anywhere in the world. That doesn’t mean they are small though. You’ll find every day packed with activities.
2. That’s because we offer industry professionals the chance to attend three keynote speeches and over 50 educational presentations from experts in Australia and across the world. You’ll also have access to the exhibition center where hundreds of companies demonstrate the latest products and trends every day.
3. We also offer a unique networking opportunity for professionals. Rarely do you get to meet fellow professionals from across the country and across the world. But at the CBM Conference Australia it happens each day.
4. We bring you thought leaders and industry experts, like our founder Jason Tranter, who discuss new approaches to the challenges you, and the industry as a whole, are facing.
5. You’ll discover new approaches, technologies and tools that will completely change the way in which you work.

That’s more than enough reasons for anyone to head over to the registration page right now and book a ticket.

How to convince your boss to let you attend CBM Conference Australia

Now that you have convinced yourself that you need to attend CBM Conference Australia, the next step is to convince your boss. For some, this may be easier said than done. Some bosses will instantly see the value that a conference like CBM Conference Australia can bring. Others will need a bit of convincing. If your boss wants to understand the value that they can expect in return for your investment into our conference, here is what you can tell them.

Nowhere else can you meet industry leaders than at the CBM Conference Australia

The opportunities to meet real industry thought leaders and experts are few and far between when it comes to vibration analysis and condition monitoring. But it couldn’t be easier at CBM Conference Australia. That’s because we go to great efforts to book some of the biggest names from our industry to lead discussions and give keynote speeches. But it gets better. You won’t just have the chance to hear these people speak, you’ll have the chance to ask them questions as you mingle with them over lunch, dinner and during other events.

You can build and grow your network

Cultivating a world class network is often overlooked in this industry. But it can be a great benefit to you and your business. If you want to meet like-minded industry professionals from across Australia, then there’s only one place to do it — CBM Conference Australia. We bring industry professionals together so you can trade ideas and build connections that can help you overcome the challenges facing your business.

CBM Conference Australia empowers you to stay ahead of the curve

Our industry is competitive. If you aren’t up to date on the latest trends and technologies, you could get left behind. That’s why it is so important to remain knowledgeable. But doing so is hard in an industry like ours. For many, the only way is to attend an event like CBM Conference Australia, where all of the world leaders in vibration analysis are brought together in one place. A lot of the focus of our conference is on educating attendees about the latest industry trends and about introducing new and cutting edge ideas.

We also give you the tools to convince your boss to let you attend CBM Conference Australia

If the above points aren’t enough to convince your boss, we provide you with templates and worksheets that will more than do the job. Find them on our dedicated page.

Where is CBM Conference Australia held?

CBM Conference Australia is held at Novotel Surfers Paradise Gold Coast Hotel, one of the leading hotels on the Gold Coast. The hotel is located moments away from the beach, should attendees wish to catch some rays in between events, as well as close to the heart of the city. The Gold Coast airport is a short 20km drive away from the hotel, offering easy access to and from the event. Shuttle tickets are available to purchase on our website. Brisbane airport is also accessible for those on international flights, and it is located 55 miles from the hotel. Transfer tickets are available to buy to take you from Brisbane Airport to the hotel.

When is CBM Conference Australia held?

The CBM Conference Australia conference is held annually in August. In 2018, for instance, it will be held between the 4th August and the 8th August. For those of you attending who aren’t from Australia, this is towards the end of winter where temperatures are warm and mild. You can expect average temperatures of 18°C (60°F) with cool nights. Rain isn’t common at this time.

What you should know about attending CBM Conference Australia

Thinking about attending CBM Conference Australia? Here are a couple of things that we think you should know about before you arrive.

 There are two types of tickets that you can purchase for CBM Conference Australia. Both will offer you access to the main event, a three-day conference packed full of speeches. One will also get you access to a bonus day of activities that includes a workshop and a plant tour.

 Your ticket entitles you to full access to the conference, all of the keynote speeches, other classes, the exhibition hall and a welcome gift. It also allows you to receive a continental breakfast every morning, refreshment breaks throughout the day, lunch and dinner with entertainment. The ticket does not cover accommodation or transport costs, however.

 We have been able to secure a special nightly rate at the hotel where the conference is being held, although you are not required to stay there to attend.

 Wifi will be available throughout the conference and we recommend that attendees wear business attire for the duration.

 If you have any special requirements or dietary needs, please let us know beforehand.

Earn certifications at CBM Conference Australia

Opportunities to network, learn and explore aren’t the only thing that we offer at CBM Conference Australia. Just like at the rest of our worldwide conferences, we give attendees the chance to sit ARP, CMRP, SMRT, ICML and Accredited ISO Vibration Analyst Certification exams. Find out more about each of the exam types below.

ARP Certification

Practitioners and leaders involved with the important role of improving the reliability and performance of an industrial facility should be recognized for their knowledge, experience, and contribution. The Mobius Institute Asset Reliability Practitioner (ARP) certification scheme will recognize the knowledge and basic experience of people at three levels; the Advocate who contributes to the initiative, the Reliability Engineer, and the Leader of the program. In addition, the certification scheme separately recognizes reliability engineers and leaders who have proven competence.

CMRP Certification

The Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional program is the number one credential for reliability, maintenance and asset management professionals. It is the only industry certification program accredited by the American National Standards Institute, which follows ISO standards.

CMRT Certification

The Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician program is the top credential for reliability and maintenance technicians. Earning this certification shows your level of skill in preventive, predictive and critical maintenance.

ICML Certification

The International Council for Machine Lubrication is a vendor-neutral, not-for-profit organization focused on the growth and development of machine lubrication as a field of technical endeavor. To this end, the organization offers a certification for individuals in machine condition monitoring, oil analysis, and lubrication.

Accredited ISO Vibration Analyst Certification

This certification is provided by the Mobius Institute Board of Certification and is ISO accredited like all of our certifications. If you are a Vibration Analyst who has completed training at ISO I, II, III or IV level with an approved training provider, the Mobius Institute Board of Certification will conduct ISO certification exams at CBM Conference Australia.

Sponsor the CBM Conference Australia

We welcome sponsorship at the CBM Conference Australia. If you would like to sponsor the event, please get in touch with our team, the details of how can be found on the sponsorship page.

What next?

We only host CBM Conference Australia once a year so we urge you not to miss out. You can register for your ticket today by visiting our Australian registration page. Prices start at AUD $799 per person for a standard three-day ticket or AUD $829 for the bonus day as well. If you have a group of three or more people we are able to offer custom rates if you get in touch.

If you aren’t sure that CBM Conference Australia is the right conference for you, perhaps one of our other worldwide conferences will be more suitable. You can find out more about them, and about our parent company the Mobius Institute below.

Other CBM Conference Events

The CBM Conference offers a number of other event locations throughout the year. If you can’t make our conference in Australia because of the destination or the dates, perhaps you are available to attend our conferences in America, Asia or Europe. The American version of our conference has been going since 2016, is based in Orlando, Florida, and is the largest vibration and condition monitoring conference on the planet. Our European conference is located in Antwerp, Belgium and has been going since 2017. The latest addition to the CBM Conference event listings is our Middle East and Asian conference, which started in Dubai in 2017 and alternates annually between the UAE and Singapore. Each of these events provides all of the opportunities and experiences listed above. So, whichever event you attend, you’ll still get the same great CBM Conference experience.

Who runs CBM Conference Australia?

The CBM Conference is run by the Mobius Institute, a worldwide provider of reliability improvement, condition monitoring and precision maintenance education to plant managers, reliability engineers and condition monitoring technicians all over the world. With offices in Australia, America, Belgium, Costa Rica and India, the Mobius Institute offers easily understandable and comprehensive training in public, in plant and online, in addition to these fantastic conferences.