March 5, 2026 | Westin Galleria Houston, Houston, TX

Join us at MaintainX Wrench Works Houston!

Connect, learn, and grow as we build operational excellence together.

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The Event for Forward-Thinking Maintenance Teams

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Sharpen your skills with certification courses, workshops, and sessions you can put into practice right away.

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Elevate your maintenance practices with emerging technologies and the latest industry insights.

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Schedule of activities

DATETIMEDETAILS
Mar 5, 2026

Workshops, training, and certification

Morning
8:00 am
-
5:00 pm
CT

Registration

Check in and pick up your badge. Our registration desk will be open throughout the day.

9:00 am
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5:00 pm
CT

MaintainX Wrench Bench

Stop by the Wrench Bench - where our in-house MaintainX experts are ready to answer all your questions about your MaintainX platform!

9:00 am
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12:00 pm
CT

MaintainX Administrator Certification

Earn your MaintainX Administrator Certification through hands-on training and guided instruction that equips you to confidently configure, manage, and scale MaintainX across your organization.

Be sure to bring your laptop and mobile device with MaintainX on it!

12:15 pm
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1:15 pm
CT

Lunch Powered by Waites

We'll kick off the afternoon with a brief discussion led by MaintainX Co-founder Nick Haase, Jake "The Manufacturing Millennial" Hall, and Chris Sobota, Solution Engineer at Waites, while enjoying a catered lunch. We’ll proceed with key announcements and what’s ahead for the day.

1:15 pm
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2:00 pm
CT

Scaling Digital Transformation: Inside Cintas’ 9-Week MaintainX Rollout

In this session, hear how Cintas partnered with MaintainX to modernize maintenance operations and successfully deploy a mobile-first CMMS to 200 sites in only nine weeks.

Eric Ayanegui, Cintas’ Sr. Director Operations Engineering, will share what worked, what they learned along the way, and how empowering frontline teams with real-time data helped improve uptime, consistency, and day-to-day execution.

2:00 pm
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2:30 pm
CT

MaintainX Product Roadmap Presentation

Get a first look at how we’re shaping the future of the MaintainX platform. Our product team will highlight upcoming features designed to drive efficiency, collaboration, and measurable impact.

3:00 pm
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4:00 pm
CT

AI Training Lab

Step into our AI Training Lab for a hands-on session that blends practical instruction with open discussion. You’ll experiment with tools, get advice from MaintainX experts, and walk away confident about putting AI into action.

4:15 pm
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5:00 pm
CT

Insights Exchange Breakouts

See live demos of the latest MaintainX innovations and share real-world experiences with your peers. Explore practical ways to apply new capabilities within your organization.

6:00 pm
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9:00 pm
CT

Houston Rodeo

Keep the momentum going and saddle up for the Houston Rodeo at the NRG Stadium! We’d love to continue the conversation over great food, live music, and a true Texas experience.

DATETIMEDETAILS
Nov 13, 2025

Conference sessions

Afternoon
12:00 pm
-
1:15 pm

Networking Lunch and Opening Remarks

Start the afternoon with a catered lunch while networking. We’ll proceed with key announcements and what’s ahead for the day.

Location: Sky Terrace and Grand Cru Ballroom

1:15 pm
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1:45 pm

Keeping the World Running: Lessons from McKinsey’s Operations Practice

Join Peter Frandina from McKinsey’s Operations practice for a fireside chat informed by 25+ years partnering with Fortune 500 organizations. He’ll share insights from transformations at the intersection of maintenance and technology - and will address all of your questions live! 


Location: Grand Cru Ballroom

1:45 pm
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2:30 pm

Learnings From the Field: Driving Digital Transformation at Norfolk Southern

Faced with unplanned downtime and shipment delays, Norfolk Southern launched a small pilot to bring structure and visibility to maintenance. Through strong change management and employee engagement, the pilot evolved to transform multiple facilities—accelerating repairs, increasing PM compliance, and reducing unplanned failures by 33%.


Location: Grand Cru Ballroom

2:30 pm
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3:00 pm

Coffee Break and Networking

Fuel up, grab a coffee, and jump into lively conversations with peers or stop by the MaintainX Wrench Bench.

3:00 pm
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3:45 pm

Maintenance Success Stories

Learn how frontline leaders transformed standardization, data visibility, and technician engagement into measurable operational wins. Connect with peers for collaborative problem-solving on the spot.

Location: Grand Cru Ballroom

3:45 pm
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4:15 pm

MaintainX Product Roadmap Presentation

Get a first look at how we’re shaping the future of the MaintainX platform. Our product team will highlight upcoming features designed to drive efficiency, collaboration, and measurable impact.

Location: Grand Cru Ballroom

4:15 pm
-
4:45 pm

Insights Exchange Breakouts

See live demos of the latest MaintainX innovations and explore practical ways to apply new capabilities within your organization.

Location: Grand Cru Ballroom

6:00 pm
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10:00 pm

Cocktail Reception and Dinner

Unwind after a full day with cocktails, dinner, and live music to set the vibe. Connect with fellow attendees, share stories, and enjoy a night of great food, fun, and networking.

Location: Sky Terrace

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Event FAQs

What is the attire?

Business Casual, Rodeo-Inspired.

Wrench Works will remain business casual, but since we’re ending at the Houston Rodeo, feel free to add a polished Western touch (boots, crisp denim, tasteful accessories, etc.).

Is the event free to attend?

Yes, the event is complimentary. Anyone over the age of 18 is eligible to participate.

Where is it going to be?

It will be at Westin Galleria Houston

5060 West Alabama, Houston, Texas, USA, 77056.

Do you have discounted hotel room blocks available?

Our discounted room block at the Westin Galleria Houston is now full, but if you'd like to book something nearby, please see options within walking distance below:

Are meals included?

Yes - meals are included.

Will you be paying for my hotel and travel?

No, MaintainX cannot cover your travel and accommodation expenses.

Is the website agenda final?

This agenda is provided for informational purposes only and is subject to change without prior notice. MaintainX reserves the right to adjust sessions, speakers, and times to ensure the best possible event experience.

Will this event be livestreamed or recorded?

No. We will not be providing livestreaming options at this time, nor recording the sessions.

Can I invite my team members?

Yes - the more, the merrier! We encourage you to use this opportunity as an educational team-building activity.

How do I convince my boss to let me attend?

Here’s a justification letter template that you can use to convince your boss.

Subject: Request to Attend MaintainX Wrench Works Houston – March 5, 2026

Hi [Boss’s Name],

I’d like to attend MaintainX Wrench Works Houston on March 5, 2026 at Westin Galleria Houston. It’s a free event focused on maintenance and operations best practices with certification programs, AI workshops, and networking opportunities.

Why it matters for us:

  • Gain MaintainX Administrator Certification and hands-on AI training.

  • Learn proven strategies from industry leaders to improve reliability and efficiency.

  • Bring back best practices and roadmap insights that can directly benefit our team and make the most out of our MaintainX investment

Cost: Registration and meals are complimentary. Hotel ($229/night) and travel would be our only expenses.

Full agenda here: Wrench Works Houston

May I confirm travel arrangements?

Thanks,
[Your Name]