APEA 2011 Live

Begins: 10:00am Wednesday 23rd November 2011

APEA AGM, Conference, Exhibiton and Awards Dinner

We are delighted to announce that APEA Live, which will once again encompass the annual exhibition, conference and awards dinner, will take place on the 23rd November 2011 at Ricoh Arena, Coventry.

With over 50% of exhibitors rebooking their stands on site, or immediately after the 2010 event, the exhibition alone is off to an powerful start. In addition 50% of  the available sponsorships have been confirmed already, with the APEA sponsoring the Small Enterprise Award; Elaflex sponsoring the Personal Contribution Award; Scheidt & Bachman sponsoring the Quality Award; and the Environment Award being sponsored by Terence Barker Tanks.  

APEA Live 2010 was an outstanding success all round, with great feedback from attendees, members, sponsors and exhibitors alike. However, we want to make 2011 even
better. To this end we hosted the APEA Live Forum on the 28 January, in order for you to let us know what you thought about 2010 and what you want in 2011.

APEA Live 2011 will be your chance to engage the industry; integrating, growing and developing your company within it. This event is truly unmissable this year!

Click here to go the APEA booking website for the event

Conference Programme

Featuring a top bill of global industry figurehead speakers, the APEA Live 2011 Conference is your only opportunity to gain a superlative knowledge of the most important industry issues, regulation updates and additional networking opportunities.

The Conference will consist of 4 morning speaker sessions, followed by 4 afternoon workshops. See below for full details:

10:30  
APEA Chairman’s Opening Address
Brian Humm
APEA Chairman
Brian will open the day’s proceedings by welcoming delegates to the APEA Live Conference 2011.

10:40
The impact of the Measuring Instruments Directive (MID) on the legal control of modular systems on petrol forecourts.
Paul Dixon, Director of Certification Services, National Measurement Office
The Measuring Instruments Directive (MID) came into force 5 years ago and has led to a ‘mix-and-match’ of UK national and MID approved equipment on petrol forecourts. The National Measurement Office (NMO) has recently updated the guidance (WM 1001), which relates to the control of modular equipment during the 10 year MID-transition period and beyond. This must attend presentation will outline WM1001, the requirements of the legislation and the responsibilities of manufacturers, installers and operators.

11:00
Challenges and solutions in the transition to E15 – a US perspective.
Bob Renkes, Executive Vice President, Petroleum Equipment Institute (PEI)
A real coup for APEA Live, Bob will be jetting in from Tulsa, Oklahoma to share some of the US’ experiences with fuel type changes. Bob will inform on the challenges faced by the introduction of higher proportions of bio-fuels. Not to be missed.

11:20   
Approving tank lining systems to the EN standard.
Jurgen Straube, TUV Nord Systems   
Jurgen will talk about his ‘testing house’ experiences, approving underground tank lining systems to the European Standard and the need for the systems to be tested and certified. Essential information from our second international speaker.

11:40   
Managing bio-fuels through the supply chain – an importer’s perspective.           
Robin Lloyd, Biofuels Manager, Mabanaft UK
The morning conference closes with an enlightening return to bio-fuels. Robin will provide the importer’s perspective.

12:00    Morning conference close
 
12:00    Lunch & Networking
   
13:15    APEA AGM
    
14:00   
Workshop 1: The ‘Blue Book 3rd Edition 2011’ – summary of the new edition’s changes.
Gareth Bourhill,  Immediate Past Chair, APEA
With the 3rd Edition of the ‘Blue Book’ published in June 2011, Gareth, using his knowledge and experience as Co-Chair of the Technical review, will give an overview of what’s in, what’s out, and what makes this latest edition different from the last.

14:30   
Workshop 2: LPG / Autogas installations on forecourts – don’t fit and forget.
Richard Wigfull,  Director, John Wigfull & Co Ltd
In the absence of a regulatory framework, Richard will describe best practice maintenance, inspection and testing, with particular reference to testing of underground pipe-work, dispenser meter calibration and integrity of dispenser hoses.

15:00   
Workshop 3: Special features of European standard compliant forecourt separators.
Mike Norton, Technical Development Director, Kingspan Environmental
In describing the difference between standard and forecourt compliance oil separators, Mike will cover design, installation, sitting, ventilation, alarms and compatibility with bio fuels.
    
15:30   
Workshop 4: An understanding of submersible pump and leak detection technology.
Alex Boudry, Sales Manager (UK & Ireland), Franklin Fueling Systems
The UK market for submersible pumping systems on forecourts is growing fast and one major oil company is already choosing to switch to pressure systems on the majority of its sites. This session will discuss when and why pressure systems are preferred over traditional suction s  systems, and will detail the latest developments in intelligent sub-pump design. There will also be a detailed demonstration to show the inner workings of the FE Petro pump. Finally we will look into the advances in integrated leak detection technology which make using submersible pumps a truly safe option.

 

Booking Information

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Accommodation

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Stand & Sponsorship Bookings

If you would like information regarding stand booking, positioning and other sponsorship packages for APEA Live 2011, simply contact:
David Lonergan at F2F Events
davidl@f2fevents.co.uk
+ 44 (0)1442 289 928

Additional information

Please contact Tom Treverton at F2F Events for additional information on + 44 (0)1442 289 928 or email tom@f2fevents.co.uk