Facility Tours
Experience applied ergonomics in action with our exclusive facility tours. Get a behind-the-scenes look at cutting-edge workplaces where ergonomic principles are transforming the way people work. From state-of-the-art manufacturing floors to innovative office spaces, these tours offer a learning experience you won't find elsewhere. Whether you're looking to implement new strategies or simply gain inspiration, our facility tours are a must-attend feature of the conference.
Pre-registration is required. Select your preferred tour when you register for the conference.
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Monday, March 17
Rosen Hotels Laundry Facility
8:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
The Rosen Hotels Laundry Facility handles 20-25 million pounds of laundry annually. The technology is the latest state-of-the-art technology in its industry. The Rosen Hotels Laundry Facility serves all seven Rosen Hotels. This tour will cover how the laundry employees use the equipment and move the towels, bed linens, and table linens throughout the process of intake, washing, drying, folding, sorting, and prepping for return to the Rosen Hotels, as well as an overview of the equipment maintenance and facility cleaning operations.
- Shoes — closed toe and flat shoes for walking in comfort, as well as safety.
- Attendees should leave bags or personal belongings on the bus or hotel as there is no secured storage area.
University of Central Florida - Virtual Reality and Human Computer Interface (HCI) Labs
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
The tour will take place in the University of Central Florida's virtual-and-augmented-reality (VR/AR) labs and will circulate among 8-10 stations highlighting research in interactive computer-mediated immersive simulations of environments or experiences involving sight, sound, and touch, blending of real and virtual objects. UCF's research in VR/AR encompasses a wide range of fundamental topics, including computer graphics, multi-modal system show will include displays, tracking, haptics, robotics, 3D interaction, illusions of presence/tele-presence, and human factors. One particular focus will be on human-centered experiences involving avatars and virtual humans for training teachers, healthcare practitioners, and military personnel, as well as for entertainment and general work productivity applications.
- No bulky backpacks
- No stiletto high heels.
- Bags will be set aside in the area of the lab before entering the VR system area.