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We don't have a scheduled meeting for the month of June , Please stand by and we will announce where and when the September meeting will be held

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Presentation Topic: Presentation Topic: A/C Compressors and Refrigerants

Our guest speaker will be Ron Alsop with Bitzer Canada Inc.

Ron Alsop:

Regional Sales Manager for Bitzer Canada (compressor manufacturer) for the past 12 years
Sales and technical rep in the Wholesale refrigeration and HVAC industry for over 34years.

How the Industry is Adapting

Presentation Summary

• Overview of Bitzer compressors.
• How to get more efficiency from compressors.

New refrigerants low GWP.
o Why the change.
o What this means for the industry.
o What to expect in the future.
o What timelines are we looking at.

Ron Alsop
Regional Sales Manager
Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia
 

Cell: 403 870 8333
E-mail: ralsop@bitzer.ca
Web: www.bitzer.ca

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Building Operator Association of Canada

If You are in Calgary Tuesday this week, please, join us, as my guest to the 

in-person speaking event at the Danish Canadian Club

727 11 Ave SW (2nd Floor)

Title:                   Rooftop Unit Operational Inspection and Maintenance

 

Presenters:    Simon Wojnowski - Coral Canada

Location:     Danish Canadian Club,

 Simon has spent       15 years in the HVAC industry, with 5 years in management and sales. He       currently holds both journeymen refrigeration and electrical tickets. 

We       appreciate Simon's willingness to share his knowledge.
     Building Operators and HVAC Service Providers work together to maintain       and improve equipment performance and reliability through its life cycle.       Packaged RTU's provide occupant comfort through a wide variety of       building HVAC applications, and in some cases the only source of heating       and cooling to the space. This is your opportunity to ask questions and       learn from each others 

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Building Operator Association of Canada

If You are in Calgary Tuesday this week, please, join us, as my guest to the 

in-person speaking event at the Danish Canadian Club

727 11 Ave SW (2nd Floor)

Title:                  What Can Academy Pump & Motor Do for You

Presenters:    Derrick Moes

                         Academic Pump & Motor

    Technical Sales Representative

Location:     Danish Canadian Club,

Bio:  Derrick Moes has been in the industry since 2002, with a background in electric motor rewind training at SAIT. He has held various positions, including inside and outside sales, and has developed strong skills through his experience coaching youth hockey. Recently, Derrick co-founded Academy Pump and Motor with Lincoln Jones, and is excited to share the company's capabilities and future plans with the Building Operations Community.

The Building Operations Association looks forward to welcoming Derrick Moes to the meeting on February 11th!

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Tuesday January 14, 2024, at 5 PM

Presentation Topic: 

Presentation Topic: Let the Canary Sing in Your Building

Cost -Effective Solutions for Tackling Indoor Air Pollution From Parkade to Penthouse

Kae Shummoogum with Gasonic Group has recently completed his research paper titled  'Exhaust Gas Sensor Performance Research for Healthier & Safer Parkades’.

Kae has generously agreed to share his research findings with us and update us on his recommendations for implementing specific strategies can lead to healthier air throughout the building while reducing energy and maintenance costs. 

Kae has been a frequent contributor to our monthly meeting educational talks and is a go-to subject expert with his 38 years of expertise being at the forefront of hazardous gas detection and indoor air quality monitoring in Calgary.

There will be a draw to win a Fresh Air Electronic Canary for one fortunate person in attendance at the January 14th Building Operators Association Meeting 5:00 PM Upstairs at the Danish Canadian Club.

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Building Operator Association of Canada

If You are in Calgary Tuesday this week, please, join us, as my guest to the 

in-person speaking event at the Danish Canadian Club

727 11 Ave SW (2nd Floor)

Tuesday June 11, 2024, at 5PM

Presentation Topic: 

Refrigeration Fundamentals

Review of the refrigeration cycle and system components - how heat movement is achieved.

Common terminalogy used when describing the refrigeration process and troubleshooting component operation.

Applications of refrigeration equipment in building HVAC systems & commercial retail.

Safety considerations and procedures when maintaining and operating refrigeration equipment.

Presenter BIO

Simon Wajnowski

14+ years in the industry

4+ years in management & sales 

Refrigeration & Electrical Red Seal Journeyperson Certificates

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TUESDAY MAY 14, 2024, AT 5PM

If You are in Calgary Tuesday this week, please join us, as my guest to the 

in-person speaking event at the Danish Canadian Club

727 11 Ave SW (2nd Floor)

this Tuesday at 5PM. 

JOIN US: 

TUESDAY MAY 14, 2024, AT 5PM FOR OUR IN-PERSON MONTHLY SPEAKING EVENT

Title: Cogeneration Systems and their practical uses in commercial, industrial & retail applications 

• What is a cogeneration (CHP) system? 

• What types of equipment are used for these purposes? 

• Examples of installations in Calgary. 

• Typical challenges and successes that have come of the numerous installations. • Specific application considerations.

 • General Q&A Presenter: Adam Foneseca, President Erik Wathen, Director of Product Support 

Bio: 

Adam Fonseca is a multidisciplinary power generation professional from Calgary. His educational background is in mechanical and electrical engineering technology as well as mechanical engineering. 15+ years in the electrical industry where he began his career in generators and transfer equipment in the mid 2000’s. 

He is now one of the owners & executive staff at Point8 Power Systems Ltd. where they focus on power generation systems in the emergency and prime power segments. A specific focus on cogeneration & thermal systems from service, sales & design. Erik Wathen is a multidisciplinary power generation professional from Calgary. His educational background is in heavy duty technician & electrician trades. Erik has 20 years of experience in the power generation industry having started his career as a generator technician through to service operations, technical support & “train the trainer” roles. 

Erik is now part of the executive team at Point8 Power Systems as the director of product support.

Location: 

Danish Canadian Club, 727 11 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0E3 

Coffee and Sandwiches Provided.

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 Building Operator Association of Canada

 TUESDAY MARCH 12, 2024 AT 5PM 

FOR OUR  IN-PERSON MONTHLY MEETING

 Title: VFD and motor starters. 

 Basic fundamentals of VFD's/motor starters, how they work common terminologies associated with most starters.

 Presenter: Simon Wojnowski  

Coral Canada Wide Ltd

 Location: Danish Canadian Club, 727 11 Ave SW,  Calgary, AB T2R 0E3  

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FEB 13th, 2024, in Person meeting

Topic: Services Provided by James Electric here in Calgary and surrounding area has expanded. The Company has grown in the last couple of years and would like to explain to the membership what has changed. In this time of decarbonization of facilities by improving the efficiencies of our equipment. 

James Electric will work with your Staff and engineers in making smart choices. 

Guest Speakers:

  Darcy Lemieux, service consultant  of James Electric, will be the Guest Speaker

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                                                Building Operator Association of Canada

January 9th, 2024 in Person meeting

Topic:

  Innovations and  High efficiencies in IR Heating systems  

Guest Speakers:

  George Niksic  and Long Tran with Aqua Air Systems , will be the Guest Speakers

BIO   

George Niksic is a C.E.T, a graduate of SAIT's HVAC design program and the University of Athabasca in Business Administration. with 35 years experience in management, design and sales roles in the HVAC, Electrical and Construction industries. His current role is Business Development with Aqua Air Systems, and he is on the board of SAC—ASHRAE as the RP Chair.

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Long Tran, a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate from the University of Calgary, currently an Engineer in Training (EIT). While relatively new to the HVAC industry, he brings a keen enthusiasm for learning and exploring different innovative solutions. In his current role as an Applications Engineer at Aqua Air Systems, Long is dedicated to expanding his knowledge. He is also an active member of ASHRAE.

Presention over view:

The main points will include:

Topics:

1. High - efficient tube heaters (high intensity and low intensity) 

2. New modulating IR heaters from Schwank

3. Monster HVLS Fans

4. How it benefits the end-user on energy savings. See attached for the brochure.

5. Schwank’s climate system control. 

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Topic:

 “Enhancing Building Efficiency: Hydronic Circulating Pumps”.  

Guest Speakers:

 Scott Krasman, Field Hydronic Specialist with Exel Systems, will be the Guest Speaker   

Topic over view:

The main points will include:

• Introduction
• A brief history on circulation      pumps through the years
• Discussing the three key      functions and their importance
• Reviewing the three most      common pump issues and their respective impacts on building      owners/operators
• Solutions for building      owners
• Life cycle cost analysis
• Emphasizing the industry’s      growth as a collective
• Some Grundfos case studies      highlighting relevant success stories
• Technical considerations      for pump selection (limited jargon)
• A final summary &  questions

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