AUE Conference 2024

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We are delighted to be back at the AUE Conference 2024, the association’s 52nd annual conference. The event will be held at the University of Surrey from Wednesday, September 4th, to Friday, September 6th.

As a regular exhibitor at the event, we look forward to networking with new and familiar faces, discussing their challenges with lifts and escalators, and providing our professional, independent advice.

What is the AUE Conference 2024?

Every year, professionals, experts, and stakeholders in the field of university engineering and facilities management come together for the Association of University Engineers (AUE) conference. The conference plays a crucial role in fostering collaboration and facilitating knowledge-sharing among its members. This collective effort significantly contributes to the continuous improvement and long-term sustainability of university environments. The theme for the AUE Conference 2024 is “Engineering Technology, Efficiencies, and Innovations for Tomorrow’s Estate.”

What to expect at the AUE Conference 2024?

On Wednesday, September 4th, in the afternoon, delegates will have a choice of three excursions, including guided tours of the Silent Pool Distillery, Albury Vineyard, Brooklands Museum, and Loseley Park. The day will end with a welcome dinner in the evening on the University of Surrey campus.

During Thursday and throughout the event, delegates can look forward to a range of thought-provoking plenary sessions, workshops, and opportunities to meet with exhibitors.

On Thursday evening, there will be a Gala Dinner at Guildford Cathedral, with Bonita Norris, a renowned British mountaineer, as the guest speaker.

Friday is a day to attend more sessions and network with other delegates.

Plenary Sessions:

  1. A Bright Future for Net-Carbon Zero with Smart Technologies
  2. The Future of Maintenance – Challenge or Opportunity
  3. CIBSE Guide M and the Future of Buildings
  4. Let’s Get Physical

Workshops:

  1. Using the IoT/Smart Buildings to Increase Operational Efficiency
  2. The Role of Performance Digital Twins in Achieving Net-Zero Campus Estates
  3. Improving Sustainability on Campus through Connected Lighting
  4. Sustainability in Lighting
  5. The Use of LoRaWAN Wireless Technology to Deliver Extensive, up to 30%, Energy and Carbon Savings, and Wellbeing Improvements in Existing, Especially Listed, Buildings.
  6. Transformer Decarbonisation Lift Cycle Assessment Study

Where can you find ILECS?

David Smith, David Marks, and Wayne Maslin from the ILECS team will be available over the three days at Stand 10. Whether you’re already familiar with ILECS or would like to learn more about us and the lift consultancy services we offer, please feel free to approach us.