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Dr Nicolas Billiard, GadCap Technical Solutions

Join us at Chatsworth House to engage with industry leaders and speakers shaping the future of condition monitoring.

Dr Nicolas Billiard

Business Development Manager, GadCap Technical Solutions

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Join us at the Beran Conference to hear from Nicolas Billiard, a distinguished expert in turbomachinery and vibration measurement. 

Nicolas, with a rich background in mechanical engineering and turbomachinery, brings a wealth of experience and insight to the conference.

Academic background

  • Master in Technology and Mechanics: Thermal Machines (1999-2000) - UPMC/ENS Cachan.
  • Master in Energy Conversion (MSc) with Merit (2000-2001) - Université Pierre et Marie Curie (UPMC – Paris 6)/ENSAM Paris.
  • Post-Graduate Diploma Course in Turbomachinery (2001-2002) - VKI.
  • PhD Thesis: "Blade Row Interference and Clocking Effect in a 1.5 Stage Turbine" with Distinction (2003-2006) - Von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics (VKI, Brussels)/Ecole Centrale de Lyon (ECL).

Professional experience

  • Von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics (2002-2007): Research Engineer and Senior Research Engineer specializing in turbomachinery.
  • Alstom Power (2007-2012): Senior Test Engineer focusing on blade vibration measurement in steam and gas turbines, working in the UK and Switzerland.
  • FOGALE nanotech (2012-2019): Business Unit Manager for Turbomachinery Measurement, based in Nîmes, France.
  • GadCap Technical Solutions (2020-Present): Business Development Manager for CapaciSense products, located in Washington, UK.

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Presentation

Nicolas Billiard will present insights into advancements in turbomachinery measurement and monitoring. His talk will explore the latest developments in vibration measurement technologies and their applications in enhancing the performance and reliability of turbines. 

Attendees will benefit from Nicolas's extensive experience and strategic role in developing innovative solutions at GadCap.

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GadCap Technical Solutions

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GadCap Technical Solutions Ltd, based in Washington in the North East of the UK, is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company specialising in designing and manufacturing engineered solutions for the nuclear, gas turbine, and aerospace markets. 

With a strong commitment to quality and innovation, GadCap provides high-temperature and high-stress component monitoring systems, including their flagship CapaciSense blade monitoring technology. 

Their expertise in delivering reliable and advanced solutions has made them a trusted partner for the power generation and aerospace industries. 

For more information about their cutting-edge products and services, visit GadCap Technical Solutions.

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Upcoming events
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Beran Conference 2024
  • Date: 25-26 September 2024
  • Venue:  Chatsworth House, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1PP
  • Event organiser:  Beran

Join us at the premier event for condition monitoring professionals. Connect with industry leaders, explore advancements in vibration monitoring, and discover innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and reliability. Engage in expert-led sessions, hands-on demonstrations, and valuable networking opportunities.

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Vibration and analysis training
  • Date: 12 - 14 Novemberber 2024
  • Venue:  Torrington, Devon
  • Event organiser:  Beran

Enhance your skills in vibration analysis with our comprehensive three-day training course. Led by industry experts Craig Hill and Omoruyi Onobhamiukor, this training is ideal for system engineers, mechanical engineers, and operations staff. Gain essential vibration monitoring and diagnosis skills, learn to interpret vibration data, and utilise historical data for predictive analysis.

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Vibration Institute Middle East Training Conference 2024
  • Date: 11 November 2024 - 13 November 2024
  • Location: Holiday Inn Corniche Hotel, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
  • Event organiser: RITEC KSA

Join industry leaders at the Fourth Vibration Institute Middle East Training Conference 2024 for ground-breaking insights in vibration and condition monitoring