November Regional Meeting

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

Join us on Wednesday, November 18, for an interactive regional event at Benchmark Automation. See a distribution system take shape on the shop floor and learn how its components work together. Benchmark’s team will demonstrate infeed solutions, product handling and transfers, and its new lane switch technology, with a focus on how each solution fits different products and applications. Attendees will also tour the onsite fabrication and weld shop and see the machine centers up close.

Plus, we will preview what’s happening at BakingTECH 2027 in nearby Atlanta. This is a great time to begin connecting locally with peers!

Event Schedule

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Welcome & Networking

3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Rotate through demonstrations and discussions focused on systems integration, product handling, and equipment applications.

Systems Integration
View a distribution system in progress on the shop floor and hear about the challenges and successes of bringing equipment together.

Infeeds
See infeed equipment in action and learn how product characteristics affect the choice of solution.

Lane Switching
Watch a lane switching demonstration and discuss where the technology can be applied.

Shop Tour
Tour the fabrication and weld shop for a closer look at the equipment and production process.

Product Handling
Explore handling and conveyance options for moving products through a system.

Product Transfers
See how equipment can change product direction and spacing to meet different production needs.

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
 Southern Tailgate Reception with hors d’oeuvres, beverages, ping pong, cornhole , billiards

$15/ticket (members)
$25/ticket (non-members)

Who can attend:
Pass this invite to your baking industry colleagues and friends

Membership:
If you are not a member of ASB, please consider joining.  Membership information is available here, or by contacting join@asbe.org.

Venue:
Benchmark Automation
1965 Statham Drive
Statham, GA 30666

Hotel and Travel Information

Hotel Information

ASB does not have hotel rooms contracted for this event.  Below are a few recommendations.  Rates and rooms are subject to availability.

Hyatt Place Athens - Downtown
412 North Thomas Street
Athens, GA
706-425-1800
Rate: $109
Corporate Code: CR126092

Hotel Website & Reservations

Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - University Area
500 College Avenue
Athens, GA 30601
706-286-1704
Rate: $109
Corporate Rate Code: 100858225

Hotel Website & Reservations
Airport Information

Statham is accessible by the Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson International Airport (ATL), which is approximately 90 minutes Statham.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Not able to join us this time?  Stay tuned for additional regional programming in a city near you!