19 Jan - Irish Section - PE - Best Practice and Smart Metering - IGEM and PIG joint event. Speakers include Jeremy Brown of Radius Systems and Jim Shields of PRI. Please arrive for 17:30 for 18:00 start. Find out more.

20 Jan - London & Southern Section - Human Factors & Procedural Compliance Paper Evening - This event is to be held at the Holiday Inn, Camden. Please arrive from 17:30 for refreshments prior to the 18:00 start. Find out more.

29 Jan - Wales Section - GAW Annual Dinner - Held at the Hilton Hotel, Cardiff. Find out more.

9 Feb & 2 March - Resolving Difficulties in Supplying Gas to Blocks of Flats - PLEASE NOTE THE NEW DATE FOR THE SCOTLAND SEMINAR. THIS HAS CHANGED AND WILL NOW BE HELD ON 2nd MARCH 2010. - Are you a designer of buildings or gas supplies? Do you install gas supplies or appliances in blocks of flats, or indeed are you responsible for arranging or undertaking maintenance of such buildings or gas supplies?
If yes, then this event is for you!
Since IGEM published its Standard IGE/G/5 in 2006, there remain common difficulties in design, installation and maintenance of both gas supplies and the buildings themselves. These include meter banks, shared flue systems, protected shafts, Building Regulations relating to gas supplies, and selection of appliances.
IGEM have arranged two seminars at IGEM House on 9 February and in Scotland on 2 March to specifically address such issues and to demonstrate how the problems can be resolved in most situations.
For all enquiries call Gemma Tunnicliffe on 01509 678159 or email gemma@igem.org.uk. Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities available! Find out more.

2 March - The IET conference on Smart Metering: Delivering a Smart UK - Don't miss this opportunity to discover what DECC's Smart Metering Recommendation will mean for the energy industry over the next few years. Bringing together many of the leading minds in the industry, the day's sessions will focus on demand side management initiatives, future smart grids, distributed generation and electric vehicles. Representatives of Government, regulators, key innovators and the energy networks will all be in attendance.

As a supporter of the event, IGEM members are eligible to register at the IET member rate - saving £80 per place. Register your place online at www.theiet.org/smart-metering before the end of 2009 to make further savings with the Early Bird rate!

21 - 24 March - City Gas Mena 2010 - Abu Dhabi, UAE - IGEM MEMBERS RECEIVE 15% DISCOUNT WHEN BOOKING! - Overcoming the Challenges of Developing Downstream Gas Markets In Order To Deliver Clean Energy for Transport, Residential, Industrial and Commercial Needs. To register for this event, please visit: www.citygassummit.com.

26 March 2010 - Young Persons Network Spring Dinner Dance - PLEASE NOTE NEW DATE AND VENUE! Location: Kilworth House, Leicestershire. For more information see the December edition. For enquiries contact YPN Chairman Alex Bridge via email to alex.bridge@morrisonus.com or to book please contact Gemma@igem.org.uk. Find out more

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MEMBERSHIP

New IGEM Membership grades for downstream gas

IGEM is proud of its history and reputation as the professional body for gas engineers and it continues to seek ways to broaden its membership base. Last month, Council has approved the introduction of two new grades of membership to encompass the downstream sector. This will recognise the expertise of people carrying out work on gas installations and appliances throughout the UK. Click here to read more.

TECHNICAL

Announcing IGEM/TD/101 Edition 2. Adoption of pipe systems by a GT - Management of UIP activities

Edition 2 of IGEM/TD/101 has been published and is now available. It reflects changes in practices and terminology and has been prepared by IGEM's Panel comprising respresentatives of District Network Operators, the AIGT, independent gas transporters, SBGI UIP section, GIRSAP and Consultants.

IGEM/TD/101 Edition 2 sets down the minimum management requirements for the laying of newly constructed Natural Gas mains and services (pipelines) including associated installations, for example a PRI, having MOP of 7 bar, for adoption by a GT.

IGEM/TD/101 Edition 2 is available at £45 for Members and £68 for non-Members but only for orders received up to 31st December 2009. There will be a small price rise as of 1 January 2010. Visit the IGEM website to order your copy.

Did you know IGEM sells sets of its most popular Standards? These are available at a much reduced price than if brought separately! Click here for more information.

OTHER NEWS

Gas International: Have you ever thought of writing an article for Gas International? We are always looking to receive technical articles so please contact us with any ideas via rebecca@igem.org.uk.

The next edition of Gas International is our January and February 2010 Edition.

Features include:

• Profile: UKTI
• Gas 2009 review
• Sir Denis Rooke commemorative brochure
• IGU Working Committee 4 report
• And much more!

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