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Issues&Events Chiller plant and boiler operations highlighted in NAPE convention The Philadelphia 76 Chapter of the National Association of Power Engineers (NAPE), in association with Tozour-Trane and Delval Equipment will be conducting two full-day seminars titled “Chiller Plant Operations” and “Boiler Operator’s Workshop.” The seminars will be held in conjunction with NAPE’s 126th Annual National Convention, July 7-8, 2008 in Philadelphia. The Boiler Operator’s Workshop, presented by Delval Equipment, the Delaware Valley’s Cleaver Brooks representative, is a full day of learning and discussing operational methods aimed at enhancing the efficiency and safety of boiler operations. The workshop, which will be held July 7, is designed to help those who deal with low or high pressure systems, steam or hot water boilers. Chiller Plant Operations will be presented by Tozour-Trane, and will include topics such as types of chillers, key operating characteristics, maintenance, controls, repair, and protection, and will be held July 8. In conjunction with the seminars a networking reception will be held each day. For more information, visit www.napephiladelphia76. org/education.html. Industry News The Grundfos Group, with headquarters in Denmark, acquired Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis-based manufacturer of pumps and fire protection systems. Tridium Inc. announced the total number of instances for the company’s Niagara Framework has surpassed 100,000 worldwide. Tomkins PLC, of London and parent company of Ruskin and Titus, announced that it has acquired a controlling interest in Rolastar Private Limited, a Mumbai, India company, and a manufacturer of hollow profiles and related accessories for ductwork and air distribution. Daikin AC (Americas), Inc. announced that the company has joined Crestron’s Integrated Partner Program and the availability of a new software module that gives Daikin’s VRV® customers and Crestron’s dealers the ability to manage their heating and cooling systems through Crestron’s line of controls. 2008 CABA Intelligent Buildings Leadership Forum set for June The 2008 CABA Intelligent Buildings Leadership Forum will be held in conjunction with InfoComm 08 and NXTcomm08 in Las Vegas on June 17, 2008. The forum will provide the latest developments in the intelligent buildings industry, allowing attendees to become intelligent buildings leaders. The Intelligent Building Leadership Forum is an educational seminar that will explain the fundamentals of this new opportunity, and how intelligent buildings play a key role in delivering on sustainability. Seminar content will include case studies, details on new technologies, as well as critical work being conducted by the CABA Intelligent and Integrated Building Council. In addition to providing this valuable information, the leadership forum will also include a series of additional sessions on intelligent buildings, including incorporating Internet technologies, building the value proposition, and how to deliver a solution. A second track will be focused on the value and delivery of sustainable or green buildings. As a supplier, contractor, builder/developer, or design professional, you will find this to be a valuable day spent learning how you can benefit from the movement toward intelligent buildings, and how this movement is a key contributor to sustainability. Nationally recognized industry leaders will present case studies, and conduct sessions that will inspire you and help you develop your knowledge. For more information, visit www.caba.org/leadersforum. Uponor announced that its 2008 Factory Training Program dates are now available and ready for reservations. For more information or to register, visit www.uponor-usa.com. Watt Stopper/Legrand announced a companywide initiative to make all aspects of the organization more environmentally friendly, outlining ambitious goals that go well beyond the company’s longtime tradition of putting a stop to energy waste. Metal Industries, Inc. acquired NCA Manufacturing, Inc., a manufacturer of louvers, fire, smoke, and control dampers for the HVAC industry. McQuay released its 2008 training class schedule for courses that are designed to help service contractors, building engineers, and maintenance personnel operate and maintain the company’s chillers, rooftop units, self-contained systems, and MicroTech II® controls. Steril-Aire, Inc. announced that Sammamish Commons (located in Washington State) has become the first project to earn a LEED® point for the use of germicidal ultraviolet or “UVC” lights in AHUs. ISH North America 2008 to offer many new seminars and events ISH North America (ISH NA), through its industry association partnerships, will add a wide range of educational and networking opportunities to the upcoming ISH North American 2008 this fall. By partnering with four trade associations to run concurrent events, industry professionals will have the opportunity to increase their contacts, build sales, and learn about the latest industry Luvata, a manufacturer of tubes, coils and coolers for the HVACR industry, announced the official groundbreaking on its $40 million-plus copper-tube manufacturing plant in Guadalupe, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. happenings in one location in Atlanta. The trade show will run concurrently with “Network,” the annual convention for the American Supply Association (ASA) and the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association (PHCC), as 64 En gi neer ed S y stem s April 2008 www.napephiladelphia76.org/education.html www.napephiladelphia76.org/education.html http://www.uponor-usa.com http://www.caba.org/leadersforum

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