Welcome to the Beran Conference 2024

Beran Conference 2024 Agenda

Unlocking the future of machinery health monitoring

Join us at the prestigious Chatsworth House on Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 September 2024, for the Beran Conference—a premier event bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and experts in machinery health monitoring. Over two days, immerse yourself in the latest advancements, engage with like-minded professionals, and help shape the future of predictive maintenance.

Explore the full agenda below for Days 1 and 2. Each session is linked to detailed information and presenter bios. Click on the presentation titles to dive deeper into the topics and meet the experts who are driving innovation in the field.

Day 1: 25 September 2024

09:00 - 09:30 - Delegate registration and refreshments

09:30 - 10:00 - Welcome and housekeeping
Presenter: Paul Knight, CEO, CMTG
Start the conference with a welcome address by Paul Knight, CEO of CMTG, covering an introduction to the event, key updates, and what to expect over the next two days.

10:00 - 10:30 - Condition-based maintenance Chapter 2 with Beran’s PlantProtech™
Presenter: Rik Geerdink, Senior Vibrations Expert and CEO, In2Viba
Explore a compelling case study on how a gas turbine unit was returned to service after two years of conservation, transitioning from minimal predictive maintenance to a plant-wide approach using the Beran PlantProtech™ PCMS 7600.
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10:30 - 11:00 - Case Study: SSE Thermal's use of PlantProtech™ Vision
Presenter: Mal Stein, Senior Reliability Condition Monitoring Engineer, SSE Thermal
Learn how SSE Thermal utilises the alarm functions within PlantProtech™ Vision for day-to-day monitoring, enabling early detection and resolution of plant issues.
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11:00 - 11:30 - Break

11:30 - 12:00 - CapaciSense technology for Turbomachinery Blade Tip Monitoring
Presenter: Dr Nicolas Billiard, GadCap Technical Solutions
Discover CapaciSense technology, a non-contact measurement system that provides real-time data on blade tip clearance and vibration, enhancing turbomachinery efficiency and preventing blade failures.
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12:00 - 12:30 - Piezoelectric Sensors for gas turbine combustion monitoring
Presenter: Dr Christian Röthel, Head of Sales and Product Management, Piezocryst Advanced Sensorics GmbH
Delve into the use of piezoelectric pressure and acceleration sensors for gas turbine combustion monitoring, essential for optimising performance and ensuring safety in extreme conditions.
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12:30 - 13:00 - Case study: Machine fault diagnosis
Presenter: Sébastien Grégoire, Senior Vibration Expert, Engie Laborelec
Gain insights from a detailed case study on diagnosing a complex machine fault, highlighting effective methodologies and practical lessons.
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13:00 - 14:00 - Networking lunch

14:00 - 14:30 - Shaft centerline diagnostics in rotating machinery
Presenter: Professor Aly El-Shafei, Managing Director at RITEC and Professor of Vibration Engineering at Cairo University
Learn about the diagnostic tool of the Shaft Centerline in rotating machinery, supported by fluid film bearings, through case studies demonstrating its practical application in resolving instability and resonance issues.
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14:30 - 15:00 - PCMS: The Next Generation
Presenter: Charlotte Hone, Product Development Manager, Beran
Get an overview of the latest developments in PCMS, including insights into the recent product updates and a preview of the future roadmap featuring advanced user access controls.
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15:00 - 15:30 - Exclusive Preview: Shape the Future of PlantProtech™ Vision Software
Presenter: Roger Van Velzen, Software Team Leader, Beran
Experience an exclusive preview of the upcoming PlantProtech™ Vision software, showcasing an enhanced user interface, improved performance, and customisable dashboards.
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15:30 - 16:00 - Workshop and delegate feedback on new software
Participate in group breakouts to provide feedback on the latest software developments and influence the future direction of PlantProtech Vision.

16:00 - 17:00 - Chatsworth House tour

18:00 - 22:00 - Evening BBQ at Chatsworth House

Day 2: 26 September 2024

09:00 - 09:15 - Welcome and housekeeping
Presenter: Paul Knight, CEO, CMTG
Start Day 2 with an overview and key takeaways from Day 1, setting the stage for another day of insightful presentations.

09:15 - 09:45 - Return to Service of a 660MW Unit after coupling mass loss
Presenters: Simon Carr, System Engineer: Turbine and Auxiliaries, Heysham 2 Power Station and Chris Gilroy, Dynamics Technical Lead and SME. Condition Monitoring and Dynamics Engineer, EDF Energy
Explore innovative approaches to resolving severe vibrations in a 660MW unit, including using advanced 3D scanning technology for precise problem-solving.
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09:45 - 10:15 - PlantProtech™ PCMS Protection modules and configuration systems
Presenter: Douglas Graham, Operations Director, Beran
Delve into the latest developments in PCMS protection modules, examining configurations and data flow optimisation for enhanced system performance.
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10:15 - 10:45 - PROTOR™ Mobile: Configuration, use, and roadmap
Presenter: Peter Morrish, CMTG, Beran
Discover the configuration and use of PROTOR™ Mobile, along with a roadmap for future developments.
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10:45 - 11:15 - Break

11:15 - 11:45 - Balancing: Art or math in solving high-vibration challenges?
Presenters: Joseph Redwine and Roger Honaker, Owners, OneShot Balancing
Investigate the interplay between technical calculations and practical artistry in solving high-vibration issues in rotating machinery.
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11:45 - 12:15 - Cybersecurity in critical infrastructure
Presenter: Duncan Affleck, Sales and Business Development Manager, Beran
Key message: Understanding key cybersecurity considerations and recommendations for installing complex digital systems in critical national infrastructure.
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12:15 - 12:45 - Installation and support for PlantProtech online vibration monitoring systems
Presenters: Peter Morrish, Technology and Customer Support Manager and Gavin Crowther, Project Manager, Beran
Get practical insights into the installation and support lifecycle of Beran’s PlantProtech™ 7600 PCMS, focusing on recent projects and industry best practices.
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12:45 - 13:45 - Networking lunch

13:45 - 14:15 - Leveraging advanced pattern recognition in vibration monitoring
Presenter: Josh Lovatt, Monitoring and Diagnostics Engineer, Cognitive Systems
Explore how integrating online vibration data with advanced pattern recognition techniques enhances the analysis of plant process data, providing deeper insights and more accurate diagnostics for effective problem resolution.

14:15 - 14:45 - Detecting harmful torsional vibrations in turbomachinery with TORSO Protect
Presenter: Felipe Vergara Gonzalez, Vibrations Product Manager, Mechatronics Engineer, Engie Laborelec
Learn about the latest advancements in detecting and mitigating harmful torsional vibrations in dynamic energy environments. Felipe will share firsthand experiences implementing TORSO Protect in the SSE Peterhead steam machine.
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14:45 - 15:15 - Feedback session
Presenter: Beran
Engage in a collaborative feedback session where attendees can share their thoughts and insights on the conference sessions, providing valuable input for future events.

15:15 - 15:30 - Thank you and close
Presenter: Paul Knight, CEO, CMTG
Conclude the conference with closing remarks from CMTG's CEO, Paul Knight, who will offer thanks to all participants, speakers, and organisers, and outline the key takeaways from the event.