The BC Chapter of the The Illuminating Engineering Society is hosting an information session on “The Pros and Cons of 347 V for Lighting in Buildings” on September 24, 2013.
Since 347 V is not used in the US, the question arises whether the 347 V for lighting in Canadian buildings is still an appropriate choice or a review of the usefulness of the 347 V system is warranted with an aim to harmonizing with common standards used South of the border.
The 600Y/347 V AC, Three Phase, Four Wire System has 347 V to neutral, and 600 V between any two phases. It is the most common electrical service used in new medium to large size commercial buildings in Canada. The 347 V Single Phase is often used for interior lighting.
We would like to address the advantages and disadvantages of 347 V for lighting in buildings in a panel discussion and would like to invite you to participate in this event as well as contribute to the discussion.
WHEN:  Tuesday, September 24, 2013 * 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
WHERE: The Arbutus Club  * 2001 Nanton Avenue * Vancouver, BC
To register online, please click here: http://www.iesbc.org/event-registration-list?archived=0
Speakers:
Dejan Lenasi, BSc. E.E., M.Sc., P.Eng.
Dejan Lenasi is well-known throughout industry for his deep understanding of the industry and industry needs. For the past 17 years, Dejan has served in various positions within CSA, participating in numerous committees, professional organizations and forums such as
- Technical Standards Committee (TSC) chairmanships and memberships of Technical Forums (TF) for Product Safety and Product Performance – Energy Efficiency
- Subcommittee member of numerous CEC, Part I sections
- As a senior IEEE member, Dejan is among only 10% of the membership that have achieved this level of professional recognition serving as IEEE Vancouver section chair, chair of Engineering Management Society and a member of the Product Safety Engineering Society.
- Member at-large of IES
- Voting Member of UL Standards Technical Panels (STP)
- Active member of various CANENA Technical Harmonization Committees and Working Groups.
During that time Dejan has made significant contribution to product safety and understanding of safety principles. Dejan has also worked with industry and government organizations including Standard Council of Canada (SCC), Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), numerous Hydro organizations (BC, ON, MA, NF), Sign Association Canada (SAC), and International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI).
Gruja Blagojevic, FEC, , P. Eng., MSc
Gruja Blagojevic has more than 30 years experience in provision of consulting and engineering services for construction, maintenance and operation of electrical installations in buildings, street lighting, traffic signals, SCADA/EMS/DMS and low and medium voltage distribution and transmission networks. He managed projects and assured quality, economy and timely completion. At present, he works for the City of Vancouver as the Electrical Engineer, involved in the design of electrical installations for City facilities, power distribution networks and standby generator applications, street lighting and traffic signals.
His previous experience includes electrical design and consulting services for BC Hydro, Fluor Daniel Wright and Energoproject.
Gruja held various positions with the IEEE Vancouver Section (Chair in 2002/03) and is currently the Publicity Chair. He is a Fellow Engineer of Canada.
Larry White, B.A.Sc., P.Eng, MIES
Larry has over 30 years experience in the lighting industry and is a well-known expert in the field of lighting technologies. He got his B.A.Sc. from UBC.
Prior to joining Quantum Lighting, Inc. as a Senior Lighting Engineer, Larry was the engineering specialist and sales tech support for Philips Lighting for Western Canada for 27 years. Before that, he was with Westinghouse as a sales specialist and tech support for product application.
Larry has been an instructor for the IESNA advanced lighting courses and is a well-known speaker on lighting topics at conferences such as the Power Smart Forum.
