First Announcement / call for papers

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Dear Colleague:

We have great pleasure in issuing the first announcement of Elevcon 2008, the 17th world congress of the International Association of Elevator Engineers in Thessaloniki, Greece. We plan an outstanding program of presentations by leading experts from all over the world within the vertical transportation industry and we hope you will contribute to the success, either by presenting a paper or simply by your participation. The congress and exhibition of industry innovations are planned for three days at one of the most prestigious hotels in Thessaloniki, the Makedonia Palace Hotel.

 Join us in Thessaloniki for Elevcon 2008 

Mr. Ami Lustig,

ESL – Eng. S. Lustig, Consulting Engineers, Israel

Elevcon 2008 Chairman & Program Manager

Mr. Costas Koukountzos,

Plant Director, KLEEMANN, Greece

Elevcon 2008 Co-Chairman

Elevcon International Steering Committee

Mr. G.W. Gibson, IAEE Executive Board, U.S.A.

Mr. R. Howkins, Ove Arup & Partners, UK

Mr. John Inglis, OAM, IAEE President, Australia

Dr. A.T.P. So, City University, Hong Kong

Mr. J. Stier, IAEE Administrative Board

Mr. S. Targit, Asray, Turkey

Elevcon Local Steering Board

Mr. Athanasios Mavromatidis,

Technical Manager, KLEEMANN ,Greece

Mr. Lazaros Asvestopoulos,

Lift Engineering Consultant, KLEEMANN ,Greece

Mr. Nikos Spyropoulos,

Codes & Standards Manager, KLEEMANN ,Greece

Call for Papers 

We have great pleasure in inviting you to share your experience, knowledge and opinions with other experts from all over the world by presenting a paper at Elevcon 2008.

The abstract of an original paper on all topics relevant to vertical transportation technologies should be no longer than 100 words, with 10 words title, classification of the topic, authors’ name(s), company, address, email, phone and fax numbers. Proposals for workshops are welcomed as well. Workshops should discuss topics that involve the audience rather than being mini-sessions.

Once your abstract is accepted, guidelines for paper preparation and further information will be provided. The written papers will be included in the book Elevator Technology 17 Proceedings of Elevcon 2008. We should receive your abstract /proposal for workshops no later than 1 November 2007.

The official language of Elevcon 2008 will be English and will be used in all presentations and printed material.

Send your proposals to: Ami Lustig, Elevcon 2008 Chairman & Program Manager – Email: esl@netvision.net.il .

Provisional Timetable

1 November 2007

Deadline for abstracts and proposals for workshops

1 February 2008

Publication of second announcement on our website

11 June 2008      Opening session

Sessions AM and PM

Exhibition AM and PM

Evening welcome reception

12 June 2008

Sessions AM and PM

Exhibition AM

PM and Evening: KLEEMANN factory tour

       followed by dinner

The dinner is sponsored by KLEEMANN organised and sponsored by Kleemann

13 June 2008

Sessions AM and PM

Exhibition AM

 General Information

There are several hotels within a short distance from the congress venue. Prior to the event, we shall publish a list of recommended hotels nearby as well as other hotels with that can be booked through IAEE.

At the Makedonia Palace we have blocked a large number of rooms at favorable prices to ensure accommodation for participants who wish to stay at the congress hotel.

Welcome reception

The welcome reception will be at the Makedonia Palace. All participants and registered accompanying persons are invited.

2nd evening dinner 

On the second evening a tour to Kleemann factory, followed by a dinner is planned.  All participants and registered accompanying persons are invited. Details regarding the event will be announced on our website:

Congress registration

The congress registration form is available on www.elevcon.com

The registration fees are:

€760.00 - Congress package (registration until 31.01.2008)

€180.00   -  Late registration (supplement after 1.02.2008)

€280.00   -  Accompanying person fee

Congress package includes: Congress kit (bag and badge), all coffee breaks, welcome reception, daily luncheons, factory tour and dinner program, book of proceedings & congress material, access to all sessions and , 3 days pass to visit the exhibition and Accompanying person package includes: all coffee breaks, welcome reception, daily luncheons, factory tour and dinner program,  refreshment during all coffee breaks, 3 days pass to visit the exhibition  Accompanying persons have no access to sessions                     

About Thessaloniki 

One of the more interesting cities to visit in Greece, Thessaloniki combines successfully the bustling city offerings of the second largest city in Greece, 1.5 million people, with a more cultural, artistic, gourmet and historic character. A metropolitan hub and a collection of peculiar corners you will enjoy discovering. Wonderfully easy to see on foot - most things you would like to visit you can walk to. Thessaloniki is one of the oldest cities in Europe. However, its history is experienced in a more subtle way than, for example, the obvious visiting of the Acropolis in Athens. There are a great number of  dispersed in the city. One of the things that give Thessaloniki a distinct character is its long and wide waterfront stretching from the harbor to the White Tower ("Palia Paralia" - old beach), all the way to the east part of the city and beyond, it is the delight of locals, as well as visitors, who can be seen strolling at any time of day (or night), in any weather conditions. The coastal road is opportunely strewn with cafes, some of great style and fame, that provide just the right atmosphere to pause your walk, enjoy perhaps a beautiful sunset (the sun sets over the sea, affording many such opportunities) while sipping your Moccacino or Greek coffee. 

The Makedonia Palace Hotel

The Makedonia Palace is the address for the discerning traveler. Considered a local landmark, this legendary hotel rises at the edge of Thessaloniki’s sweeping bay and is within walking distance from the ground of the Thessaloniki International Fair as well as the city’s business and shopping districts. Inspired by the sparkle of the Ancient Greek Kingdom of Macedonia, the Makedonia Palace revives hospitality in a grand fashion. Whether you’re in town for business or pleasure, spacious lounges, gourmet restaurants, a rooftop cocktail bar and tastefully appointed function rooms enfold you in luxury. Mosaic inlaid with designs inspired by the Macedonian dynasty, create a glittering ambience, while the constant swirl of guests adds to the hotel’s cosmopolitan flair. The hotel is just 15km from the Makedonia International Airport, offering the benefit of a short and easy transfer.

Hotel Officially Opened 1972, and renovated in 2003.

Address: 2, Megalou Alexandrou Avenue 546 – 40 Thessaloniki

Hotel Booking

We have reserved a block of rooms to be available for you. The hotel reservation form will be send with the second announcement and will be on our website www.elevcon.com from January 2008.

Contacts

please visit our website or contact:

Ami Lustig, Congress Chairman

Email: esl@netvision.net.il               

Fax: +972-3-5732893

Joseph Stier, Administration

Email: iaee@elevcon.com               

Fax: +44-8701-300790

Elevcon 2008 Secretariat (IAEE)

for registration, booking of stands, hotels:

Email:  iaee@elevcon.com or katrin_pust@elevcon.com

Fax: +44-8701-300790 or +49-6925-577350

Exhibition

Exhibition FLOORPLAN click here

The exhibition, which is designed for a limited number of stands, will be open during all congress sessions. The exhibition hall is next to the main congress hall. Invitations to visit the exhibition will be issued for members of the elevator industry in the region. The floor plan and the application form for space are available on: www.elevcon.com.

For reservation of a stand please contact the exhibition secretariat:

By fax: +44-8701-300790 or +49-6925-577350 or

By e-mail  iaee@elevcon.com or katrin_pust@elevcon.com

Visiting the Elevcon Exhibition
Elevcon exhibition is designed exclusively for Elevcon Congress attendance and IAEE members. The exhibition is open for Elevcon 2008 participants and IAEE members free of charge.  

Visitors: Even though it is an exclusive event, invited guests and elevator engineers from the industry, who are not participating in Elevcon, will be allowed to visit only on set hours (see "timetable of exhibition") with no entrance fees required. .

Exhibition timetable

10 June 2008 Set-up day (stands)

11 June 2008 from 09:00 to 15:30. All day Congress +Exhibition

12 June 2008 from 09:00 to 15:30. All day Congress +Exhibition

[for external visitors 11:00-13:00]

13 June 2008 from 09:00 to 15:30. All day Congress +Exhibition

[for external visitors 11:00-13:00]

13  June 2008 Dismantling of stands from 16:00.

IAEE General Assembly will take place during Elevcon 2006. The assembly will include elections for IAEE board of executives. IAEE members are invited to participate and propose candidates. See in programme.

Hotels info Email: iaee@elevcon.com or katrin_pust@elevcon.com