Beran Conference 2024 at Chatsworth House

Insightful discussions and networking at the Beran Conference 2024

Date: 25–26 September 2024
Location: Chatsworth House, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1PP
Event organiser: Beran

The Beran Conference 2024 brought industry leaders, academics and condition monitoring professionals from around the world to Chatsworth House in Derbyshire, one of the UK's most iconic estates, for two days of expert-led sessions, case studies and networking.

Conference highlights

Expert-led presentations

Distinguished speakers from SSE Thermal, RITEC, In2ViBa, EDF Energy and Engie Laborelec covered the latest advancements in vibration monitoring technology and condition management systems.

Case studies

Attendees gained insights from real-world applications presented by leading experts, focusing on practical strategies and solutions for condition monitoring challenges.

Networking opportunities

The setting of Chatsworth House provided an ideal environment for professionals to connect, collaborate and share ideas across the condition monitoring community.

Exclusive Vision software preview

A notable highlight of the conference was a session led by Roger van Velzen, Software Team Lead at Beran, offering a preview of the PlantProtech™ Vision concept software — including customisable dashboards and enhanced user experience features.

Speaker sessions

Mal Stein (SSE Thermal) — how SSE Thermal uses PlantProtech Vision alarm functions to monitor plant health and identify issues
Rik Geerdink (In2ViBa) — how a gas turbine unit returns to service after a two-year conservation
Sébastien Grégoire (Engie Laborelec) — radial vibrations: diagnostic methods and mitigation strategies for rotating machinery
Professor Aly El-Shafei (RITEC / Cairo University) — shaft centreline diagnostics in rotating machinery supported by fluid film bearings

Meet the presenters