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News Release from: Building Controls Industry Awards
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Team on 30 March 2007
Building Controls Industry Awards
Finalists announced at Building Controls Industry Awards.
2007 - It's decision time You've read all about it over the last few months...now it's time to make your final decision and choose who will win one of the first Building Controls Industry Awards which are being held in association with the BCIA (Building Controls Industry Association) and BSEE
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 10 Nov 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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Online voting is now open - all you have to do is go to the website and cast your vote for one entry in each category and have your say in who will win these prestigious awards.
Then you just need to decide who you will take with you to the awards ceremony and book your table.
Voting will close on Monday 23 April 2007 so make sure you vote today to show your support for entries which you think are the best in the industry.
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We have provided brief details below on all of the shortlisted entries but for more information and to vote please go to our dedicated website.
Student of the Year.
Sponsored by Trend Control Systems.
Callum Hunter, Apprentice Control Systems Engineer.
Ashdown Control Services.
Callum Hunter is one of Ashdown Control's apprentices who joined the company in July 2002 at the age of 19 and has since set high standards of achievement throughout his training programme.
Jonathan Ward, Controls Engineer.
Detail Design Engineering.
For over six years Jonathan Ward of Detail Design Engineering has demonstrated the levels of commitment, ability and attitude to training and continuous development that deserve to be recognised by his peers.
Lawrence Nunn, Apprentice Controls Engineer.
Saturo Controls.
Lawrence joined Saturo Controls directly from school at the age of 16 as an apprentice and has undergone a defined training program covering all aspects of the industry.
Paul Searle, Field Service Engineer.
Trend Field Services.
Paul Searle is a very committed and highly motivated individual who has demonstrated dedication to his work and studies during his apprenticeship that has earned him admiration from his colleagues.
Engineer of the Year.
Sponsored by Siemens Building Technologies.
Jeff Howlett, Engineering Sales Support Engineer.
CentraLine by Honeywell.
Jeff Howlett has 20 years engineering experience in HVAC system automation with Honeywell with a legacy in hundreds of buildings including landmark projects such as Canary Wharf and Gatwick Airport.
Richard Bush, Technical Specialist.
Priva Building Intelligence.
Richard is extremely self-motivated and takes on the responsibility of problem-solving through personal research, testing and analysis resulting in finding the correct solution for the application.
Bill Joyce, Technical Support Supervisor.
Siemens Building Technologies.
Bill has been nominated for this award for the way he has helped train and nurture new entrants into the controls industry and for acting as a mentor to many people at Siemens.
Andrew Freezer, Senior Systems Specialist.
TAC Satchwell.
Andy is one of the most skilled engineers in TAC Satchwell.
His knowledge has been built up over 20 years of dealing with leading edge building management technology while working for Johnson Controls, Satchwell, Clorius and TAC.
Systems Installer of the Year.
Sponsored by Honeywell Automation and Control Systems.
Campbell Control Services.
Campbell Control Services has provided the exact conditions required in the storage of film and video allowing the Scottish Screen Archives to control and monitor its Master Film and Video vaults.
Saturo Controls.
Saturo Controls Limited are an independent network integrator specialising in Open Systems and IT based technology, and have gained a reputation for providing innovative solutions and quality of service.
TAC Satchwell.
TAC Satchwell has been responsible for an integrated control solution at the University of Wales in Swansea, a project which has provided a template for integration of legacy systems on this site.
Technical Innovation of the Year.
Sponsored by Priva Building Intelligence.
BlueWave 2- Channel Controller.
Chalmor.
Bluewave is a highly flexible, low cost 2-channel lighting controller, providing cost-effective control based on occupancy, light levels and timer controls in one or two zones.
Q Series PLC (Programmable Logic Controller).
Mitsubishi and Passivent.
The introduction of a sophisticated PLC to automatically control switching between two distinct environmental control systems ensures the most comfortable indoor environmental control in the most energy efficient way.
PXM10 Operator Unit.
Siemens Building Technologies.
This unit is a local operator unit for a single Desigo PX building management outstation.
It is designed for use by non technical operators and helps to ensure energy efficient operation of the systemu.
EnergyEdge.
TAC Satchwell.
TAC EnergyEdge is a program of facility improvements that help customers better meet their business mission, realise sustainable operating cost reductions, and meet environmental responsibilities.
Energy Management Award.
Sponsored by TAC Satchwell.
Energy savings at the Birmingham Hippodrome.
ADT Fire and Security.
ADT Fire and Security has helped Birmingham Hippodrome to achieve energy saving costs of more than u17,500 per annum in what is one of the largest theatre venues in the country.
Energy savings at Asda Stores - part of the Walmart Group.
Oaksmere Design.
Asda Stores, part of the Wallmart group, have set a 30% energy burn reduction target and in the first year have achieved significant results thanks to Oaksmere Design, who successfully orchestrated this success.
Reduction of energy usage for the MoD.
Saturo Controls.
Saturo Controls have called upon all its knowledge and experience of IT networks, building energy management systems, software applications and administration processes to provide complete energy management solutionsu.
St George's Hospital Boiler House.
Spirax Sarco.
A major project to upgrade boiler controls and install an advanced Spirax Sarco automation system is helping to achieve up to 15% energy savings for one the NHS's largest boiler houses.
Best Service and Maintenance Provider.
Sponsored by Resource Data Management.
Ashdown Control Services.
Since 1984 Ashdown Control Services has served the controls industry and now provide Service Level Agreements, planned site visits, and a BEMS Bureau with 24 hour support.
BMSi.
BMSi's success has been, and will continue to be the strong emphasis they put on building long term relationships with their clients.
This approach has lead to a client and staff retention rate that is unparalleled in the industry.
L J Electrical Services have one statement of commitment: "We look after the customer and the customer looks after us".
Every job is the most important job.
Every client is the most important client.
Be part of the action.
Over 200 professionals will attend this glittering evening of networking and celebration, so why not join us for a great night of business and entertainment as the whole industry gather together to mark the achievements of both companies and individuals.
The luxurious Hilton Coventry Hotel will host the black tie event which is scheduled for the evening of Thursday 17 May 2007.
Guests will enjoy a Champagne reception, some excellent food, fine wine, an exciting awards ceremony and superb after-dinner entertainment.
All of the major companies, organisations and personalities associated with this sector will be in attendance, and with its reputation for fine food and wine, this venue really should help to create an evening for everyone to remember.
Many companies use the event as the perfect 'excuse' to reward their teams for their hard work, entertain their key clients and network with their industry colleagues, so why not take the opportunity to do the same? To register your interest in attending, just visitthe website or email bciawards@datateam.co.uk with your requirements.
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