Managing Director at RITEC and Professor of Vibration Engineering at Cairo University

Professor Aly El-Shafei is a renowned figure in the field of vibration engineering and machinery diagnostics. He is a Certified Vibration Analyst, Category IV and holds a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). 

Professor El-Shafei is the Vice President of the Vibration Institute, USA, and chairs the ISO committee ISO/TC108/SC2/WG10, playing a crucial role in setting global standards for machinery vibration diagnostics. 

Presentation: Use of shaft centerline in the diagnostics of rotating machinery supported by fluid film bearings. 

Senior Reliability Condition Monitoring Engineer, SSE Thermal

Mal has worked within the power generation industry for 37 years and travelled the world investigating vibration issues at over 200 power generation sites.

Mal's expertise includes extensive knowledge of both low-speed and high-speed balancing, acquired through his work at various overspeed facilities across Europe, South Africa, and Brazil. 

Presentation: How SSE Thermal uses the PlantProtech Vision alarm functions to monitor and capture plant health and identify issues.

Senior Vibrations Expert and CEO at In2ViBa

Rik Geerdink is a senior vibration expert and the owner of In2ViBa, with extensive experience in vibration analysis and predictive maintenance. 

Rik began his career at Engie Energy Netherlands, focusing on analysing the vibration behaviour of power trains and conducting FAT and SAT of turbines and generators.

Presentation: How a Gas turbine unit returns to service after a 2-year conservation. Going from almost no predictive maintenance to plant-wide predictive maintenance using the Beran PlantProtech™ PCMS 7600.  

Business Development Manager at GadCap Technical Solutions

Dr Nicolas Billiard, a leading expert in turbomachinery and vibration measurement, will be sharing his extensive knowledge at the Beran Conference. With advanced degrees and significant experience in turbomachinery research and measurement, Nicolas will present on the latest advancements in vibration technologies and their impact on turbine performance.

Presentation: Innovations in turbomachinery measurement and monitoring.

Discover more about Dr Nicolas Billiard's insights and his role at GadCap Technical Solutions.

System Engineer: Turbine and Auxiliaries, Heysham 2 Power Station, EDF Energy.

Simon Carr started at Heysham 2, where he helped set up its first large-scale condition monitoring system. With a mechanical engineering background, he initially designed vibration-damping devices for power lines.

Returning to Heysham 2 in 2005, Simon now oversees the maintenance and troubleshooting of main turbines and systems, and acts as the SPOC for all 15 Beran 766 units.

Presentation: Simon's session will explore the investigation and return-to-service process for a 660MW unit after a major coupling mass loss, highlighting dynamic analysis and innovative 3D scanning techniques, along with key lessons learned.

Dynamics Technical Lead and SME. Condition Monitoring and Dynamics Engineer, EDF Energy

Chris Gilroy is a seasoned Dynamics and Condition Monitoring Engineer with more than 13 years at EDF Energy. He holds a Vibration Analysis Category IV certification (ISO 18436) and excels in turbine and power plant analysis and maintenance.

Presentation: Chris, alongside Simon Carr, will present their joint findings on the recovery process for a 660MW unit affected by significant coupling mass loss. Their session will highlight the use of dynamic analysis and cutting-edge 3D scanning technology to address the issue, offering insights into the resolution strategy and valuable lessons learned.

Senior Vibrations Expert, Engie Laborelec

Sébastien Grégoire is the Technical Referent for Vibrations at Laborelec, part of the ENGIE Group. Since 1999, he has been key in developing the LVMS vibration monitoring system and managing Laborelec’s Diagnostic Center. He currently oversees remote monitoring of over 100 shaft lines globally and leads Engie’s R&I project on thermal asset management.

Presentation: Radial Vibrations

Sébastien’s presentation will cover radial vibrations, offering insights into efficient diagnostic methods and mitigation strategies for rotating machinery. His case study will highlight techniques that enhance system reliability and performance.

Vibrations Product Manager, Mechatronics Engineer, Engie Laborelec

Felipe Vergara Gonzalez is a leading expert in vibration analysis and the TORSO Product Owner at Engie Laborelec. Felipe specialises in advanced monitoring systems for industrial applications, focusing on torsional vibration monitoring in complex machinery. 

Felipe’s work enhances operational reliability and efficiency through cutting-edge diagnostic techniques.

Presentation: Felipe Vergara Gonzalez will present a case study on torsional vibration monitoring, showcasing how the TORSO system addresses challenges in complex machinery, improving system reliability and performance.

Owner/Operator, One Shot Balancing LLC

Joseph Redwine, Owner of One Shot Balancing LLC, brings extensive expertise in vibration consultation and balancing for rotating machinery, including turbines and turbo generators. 

As a Rotor Dynamic Specialist, Joseph is adept at providing advanced analysis and solutions for vibration problems within power plants. His role includes managing diverse vibration management projects to ensure peak performance and reliability of rotational equipment.

Presentation: Is balancing just math, or is there an art to solving high-vibration issues? 

Join One Shot Balancing as they explore a case study of a turbo-set that experienced high vibrations despite meeting OEM specs. Learn about their unique approach to vibration diagnostics and high-speed balancing of flexible rotors, and how the same vibration levels told two different stories.

Owner/Operator, One Shot Balancing LLC

Roger Honaker, a Rotordynamic Specialist at One Shot Balancing, LLC, collaborates with Joseph Redwine to deliver top-tier vibration analysis and balancing services. 

With extensive expertise in troubleshooting and optimising rotational equipment, Roger plays a pivotal role in addressing vibration issues and enhancing machinery reliability. His work ensures that industrial systems operate efficiently and effectively.

Presentation: Is balancing just math, or is there an art to solving high-vibration issues? 

Join One Shot Balancing as they explore a case study of a turbo-set that experienced high vibrations despite meeting OEM specs. Learn about their unique approach to vibration diagnostics and high-speed balancing of flexible rotors, and how the same vibration levels told two different stories.

Global Sales and Business Development Manager, Beran

Duncan Affleck is the Sales and Business Development Manager at Beran, part of the CMTG Group, with over 30 years of experience in the power generation industry. 

Duncan specialises in providing control and instrumentation solutions that enhance machinery operations and optimise plant health, leveraging his experience in cybersecurity and digital instrumentation.

Presentation: Cybersecurity in the utilities sector: Protecting critical infrastructure. Duncan addresses the key concerns surrounding cybersecurity in the utilities field.

Technology and Customer Support Manager, CMTG

Peter Morrish has been instrumental in advancing vibration and condition monitoring technologies. With a career spanning over three decades, Peter has spearheaded numerous projects across the industrial power and aerospace sectors.

Presentation: Installation and through-life support services for online vibration monitoring systems.

Peter will showcase recent projects involving the installation of Beran's PlantProtech™ 7600 PCMS online vibration monitoring system in the UK and international power stations. He will discuss key topics such as sensor selection, custom bracketry, and remote system support to ensure efficient and reliable system performance.

Head of Sales and Product Management, Piezocryst Advanced Sensorics GmbH

Christian specialises in piezoelectric sensors for dynamic pressure measurements in gas turbines, from 50 MW to 500+ MW units. His work focuses on providing reliable data for machine protection and monitoring under extreme conditions.

Presentation: Utilising piezoelectric sensors for effective gas turbine combustion monitoring.

Product Development Manager, CMTG

Charlotte Hone is a highly accomplished engineering manager with a decade of experience in photonics and optics product development. She holds a BSc in Physics and an Executive MBA from the University of Exeter.

As the Product Development Manager at CMTG, Charlotte leads the innovation of cutting-edge condition monitoring solutions. She has a proven track record in managing complex product development processes, and her experience spans various sectors including aerospace, defence, and telecommunications.

Presentation: Reviewing the Product Development Roadmap: Insights from the past 12 months and future directions.

Software Team Lead, Beran

Roger van Velzen is a leading expert in software development for condition monitoring solutions. With a strong background in engineering and software design, Roger oversees the development of PlantProtech™ Vision, a key product for Beran. Roger is instrumental in enhancing software functionalities and improving user experiences.

Roger's role involves managing the software team to innovate and refine monitoring tools that support industrial machinery diagnostics. His expertise ensures that Beran Instruments remains at the forefront of technological advancements in the field.

Presentation: Enhancing PlantProtech™ Vision: New features and user experience and user interface Improvements.

Customer Support Team Lead, Beran

Connor Davis is the Customer Support Team Lead at Beran, a CMTG Company, where he leverages his extensive experience in customer support and technical solutions. With a strong background in advanced diagnostics for rotating machinery. His expertise ensures that Beran’s diagnostic tools, including the PlantProtech™ PROTOR Mobile, meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.

Presentation: Introduction to PlantProtech™ PROTOR Mobile

Connor will showcase the PlantProtech™ PROTOR Mobile, highlighting its advanced diagnostic capabilities and innovative features that enhance machinery condition monitoring with high-speed data acquisition and versatile functions.

Operations Director and General Manager, Beran

Douglas Graham brings extensive experience in optimising condition monitoring solutions, having played a key role in advancing Beran's PCMS technologies. With a career dedicated to enhancing system performance, Douglas’s expertise ensures Beran’s solutions meet the highest standards.

Presentation: PCMS Protection modules and configuration systems

Douglas will delve into the latest advancements in Beran's PlantProtech™ PCMS protection modules. He will explore how optimised configurations and data flow enhancements can elevate system performance, covering crucial aspects such as module architecture, downtime minimisation strategies, and efficient data processing techniques. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights into how Beran continues to lead the field with cutting-edge solutions.

Monitoring & Diagnostics Engineer, Cognitive Business

Josh specialises in condition monitoring and client services, leveraging more than 14 years of experience in vibration monitoring, Advanced Pattern Recognition, and maintenance optimisation. His expertise spans both remote and onsite support across all sectors of power generation, with a focus on enhancing plant performance through sophisticated diagnostic techniques.

Presentation: Integrating online vibration data and advanced pattern recognition for enhanced plant diagnostics.

Josh will showcase how combining online vibration data with advanced pattern recognition techniques can significantly improve diagnostics for critical machinery. Discover how this approach delivers deeper insights, more accurate diagnoses, and effective recommendations for resolving complex issues, ultimately enhancing plant performance and maintenance outcomes.

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