Artificial Intelligence and its practical applications in timber protection will be a fascinating opening session at an industry forum in Brisbane on June 24 and 25.
Organised by the Timber Preservers Association of Australia, the forum is designed as a “hybrid” of traditional conferences and interactive workshops.
“This will ensure delegates don’t just listen but actively participate in shaping the future of our industry,” said TPAA national secretary and conference coordinator Jack Norton.
Sessions will include global research initiatives in relations to the latest national and international wood protection development, super critical treatment and why this technology deserves close consideration; market expectations – what the government and retail sectors demand for preserved wood; operations and sustainability – managing waste and product quality testing management in preservative operations; and, importantly, industry standards and an introduction to the new TPAA Code of Conduct.
The conference venue is the Swiss-Belhotel in Brisbane, located in the heart of Woolloongabba, next to the iconic Gabba Cricket Grounds, and offering excellent facilities.
Conferenced capacity is limited to 80 delegates – best in, best dressed! Registration cost is $196 p.p., which covers the full 1.5-day forum, two hours of drinks and a BBQ dinner. Parking is available across the road for $10 a day (detailed instructions to follow). Also, a major bus station is located just two blocks away.
Specially negotiated accommodation rates are available. All room rates include a continental breakfast plus one hot menu item. Superior room (King or King Split) is $199 per night, and a deluxe room (King or King Split) is $219 per night.
Why attend?
Jack Norton said that while we use digital tools for daily tasks, nothing beats the value of face-to-face connection.
“This forum is as much about the ‘dark corner’ conversations and networking as it is about technical sessions,” he said. “Come share a meal, a drink, and a story with your peers in the beautiful Brisbane winter, and if there is a specific challenge or topic you’d like to see discussed during the workshopping sessions, let me know.”
For more information, visit the TPAA website today.
Editor’s note: Artificial intelligence (AI) is the capability of computational systems to perform tasks typically associated with human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, problem solving, perception and decision-making.
It is a field of research in computer science that develops and studies methods and software that enable machines to perceive their environment and use learning and intelligence to take actions that maximise their chances of achieving defined goals.
