After having wrapped up the Spring Conference in Savannah, Georgia, NAEC is now turning its attention to the 2016 United Convention and Exposition in Montreal, Canada. On September 19th through 22nd, 2016, CECA, IAEC and NAEC will bring together thousands of elevator professionals from all over the world for the largest vertical transportation event in North America.

2016 EXPOThe Exposition will take place Wednesday, September 21st and Thursday, September 22nd, 2016, and will feature nearly 200 industry suppliers that serve all aspects of the vertical transportation industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to come in contact with the industry’s latest trends, technology and products firsthand, as well as speak with the industry’s leading suppliers. This is an enriching highlight to the Convention.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING2016 United in Montreal offers a variety of educational opportunities to suit the needs of our industry professionals and this year is no different. Sessions will cover an assortment of educational topics ranging from Destination Dispatch to How to Survive an Accident investigation and so much more. The remaining educational sessions will be conducted on the show floor on Wednesday and Thursday in

two educational pavilions. Attendees will have the opportunity to earn continuing education credit for CET/CAT, QEI and several state license renewals. Complete details are located at www.unitedconvention.com.

Several Topics included are:• Where is the Market Going Worldwide?• DNA of a Championship Sales Team• New Technologies• Testing without Weights• Code Updates• Electronic Valves• Residential Elevators & the 3 x 5 Rule• Use of False Cars for Rail Installation

For more education session topics offered, please visit www.unitedconvention.com for further information.

NETWORKING HIGHLIGHTSThe United Event provides an abundance of social networking opportunities over the course of the four-day convention.

United Convention and Exposition

The first of which is the Presidents’ Welcome Reception to be held Monday evening. Our industry charity, the Elevator Escalator Safety Foundation (EESF), will host a party after Monday’s Reception. Wednesday, in honor of our host city, the cocktail reception and dinner will be accompanied by live music and vignettes in the fashion of Montreal’s renowned Cirque du Soleil.

Winding down after days of education and business networking is easy at our annual Dregs Party – a favorite of our attendees. You won’t want to miss this fun event. Relax, unwind, munch on your favorite foods and beverages and enjoy the company of the best elevator folks in the industry.

For more information about attending the 2016 United in Montreal Convention & EXPO, please contact NAEC at 770-760-9660, email: info@naec.org or visit www.unitedconvention.com. You won’t want to miss out on this exciting and informative event!

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INSIDE THIS ISSUEMember Spotlight ......................2-4

NAEC Board Nominees ..............4-5

Industry News .......................6, 8-10

Remember When Photos ..............7

New Members ...............................8

Industry Calendar ........................11

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Founded in May of 1973, Titan Machine Corp. has been a leader in the Elevator industry for over 42 years and a member of NAEC

since 1982.

Today, Titan Machine has harnessed decades of experience to expertly repair or replace any mechanical component in the elevator or escalator system. Everything from simple bearing replacements, to worm and gear replacement sets, to new hoistway assemblies such as car slings, platforms, and counterweight frames, deflector sheaves, or even the complete rebuild of antique or ostensibly obsolete elevator equipment, Titan can and does do it all.

During its inception, nearly every elevator contractor, both independent and corporate, operated their own machine shop or repair facility. Titan’s founder, Carlos Escobar Sr., saw a distinct opportunity to consolidate the repair and heavy machining needs of the industry. By creating Titan, Carlos was able to offer expert machining and fabrication services thereby freeing

elevator contractors to focus on their core competencies in maintenance, modernization, construction, and repair.

Titan has consistently invested in the people and equipment necessary to offer the widest breadth of products and services to the elevator industry. From humble beginnings in little more than a 3,000sf garage in Long Island City, to its current location comprised of over 80,000sf of production space and adjoining sales, engineering, and administrative offices, Titan has grown in the scope of machinery, inventory, and people to service the needs of elevator contractors regionally, nationally, and internationally.

“Our diverse set of manufacturing capabilities and the vast experience both in our front office staff and our shop personnel has allowed us to remain flexible and adaptive to the changing demands and trends of our customers and the industry”, says Carlos Escobar Jr. “We’ve managed to attract, retain, and develop the finest machinists and mechanical craftsman in our line of work. It’s a necessity now that we see a trend towards the complete overhaul and restoration of well built, and in some cases, over-engineered equipment from decades or even a century ago”.

TITAN MACHINE CORP

Gene Colacchio begins the process of measuring for a replacement worm and gear set.

Carlos Escobar Sr. inspecting a replacement sheave.

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“Our capabilities are extensive and our resume shows it”, says Mike Spataro. “We’ve manufactured replacement sheaves, repaired or overhauled assemblies, and supplied new traction equipment and structural components in countless marquee buildings, towers, bridges, monuments…you name it. And it’s not just in New York City. We’ve worked on The Washington Monument, LAX Airport, NASA, The Empire State Building,

The Former World Trade Center’s Twin Towers, The Willis Tower (formerly The Sears Tower), various casinos in Las Vegas and Reno, Sea World’s rotating lift, nuclear power plants, grain elevators, US Navy dry docks, municipal mass transit systems including Bay Area Rapid Transit, The London Underground, Metro-North, The New York City Transit Authority, The Port Authority of NJ/NY,…we’ve even worked through the night and repaired drive shafts and replacement sheaves for the US Navy and had parts flown out to sea by helicopter.”

Titan Machine offers a complete package of manufacturing, fabrication, and repair / overhaul facility services for elevator contractors. They offer replacement sheaves for any 1:1, 2:1, single, or double wrap application, replacement worm and gear sets, bearing replacements, bearing conversions, custom engineered assemblies, weldments, babbitt bearing refurbishment, bronze bushings, hoistway components such as car slings, platforms, and counterweight frames, governor and safety overhauls, and complete machine rebuilds including worm gear and motor alignments.

Our membership with the NAEC has given us greater access and fostered stronger ties to a national and international network of elevator professionals.

Located in Long Island City, Queens, just across the East River from midtown Manhattan, Titan Machine is a mainstay and trusted supplier for elevator contractors both domestic and foreign. With projects throughout North, Central, and South America, and marquee projects in Europe and beyond, Titan Machine is truly your “local” global partner.

Hundreds of sheave castings are in stock ensuring short lead times.

Carlos Escobar Jr. and Herbert Reyes make initial inspection of an Otis Tandem Drum before teardown and overhaul commences.

42” internal brake gearless drive sheave being machined.

A new bronze gear being fly cut.

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Metal and Metal Products 195.9(P) 192.7(P) 190.7 204.0

Hot Rolled Sheet 104.6(P) 98.2(P) 103.0 116.3

Hot Rolled Structural 169.4(P) 159.5(P) 170.9 187.4

Steel Pipe and Tube 221.8(P) 214.9(P) 213.9 229.0

Cold Rolled Sheet 187.6(P) 181.0(P) 181.2 196.8

No 2 Diesel Fuel 181.3(P) 154.2(P) 209.5 253.6

P: Preliminary. All indexes are subject to revision four months after original publication.

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42-11 9th StreetLong Island City, NY 11101Ph: 718-361-7848 | Fx: 718-361-3115Email: info@titanmachine.comWeb: www.titanmachine.com

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ON TRAINING:

If you think training is expensive, try ignorance.

– RAY KROC

M E M B E R S P O T L I G H T

The 2016 Nominating Committees have reviewed all the recommendations and determined the nominees for the five new Board Members to take office in September 2016. The official report will be submitted in the General Business Session on September 20, 2016, at the 2016 United Convention and Exposition in Montreal, Canada.

Nominated for the Contractor positions are:

Tim Conkling, Vice-President of Capitol Elevator Company, Inc. in Sacramento, California. Tim has been in the elevator industry for over thirty-two years. When Tim joined the elevator industry, he began working in the field of service, installation, modernization and repair, he later moved to inside sales. Tim is QEI Certified, as well as certified through NAESAI. He feels that a major industry issue is keeping up with the advancement of technology. He thinks that NAEC should stay ahead of the changing technologies not by just keeping in contact with the members of the organization, but people in the industry. He thinks people need to remain informed about what all NAEC has to offer. Tim enjoys boating, RV camping, restoring motorcycles and spending time with his wife, Annabell, and their four children, Freddie, Sadie, Rory and Piper.

MOWREY ELEVATOR COMPANY OF FLORIDA, INC

Mowrey Elevator Company enters its 40th year.

Members of NAEC since 1981, Mowrey Elevator Company was established in 1976 by Tim and Laura Mowrey, with a vision to build a regional company dedicated to service and customer satisfaction. An integral part of the strategy to implement this vision was to create a work atmosphere that supported strong family values and encouraged personal growth and opportunity.

Employees are any company’s most valuable asset. Many Mowrey Employees have been part of the Mowrey Team for more than 30 years lending vast experience and stability to the organization. Mowrey has established a fully equipped training center including five working elevators that allow ongoing training of employees for professional advancement and personal growth. All technicians are State certified and many on staff are nationally certified elevator inspectors.

Beginning operation out of a two bay warehouse in Davie, Florida, Mowrey Elevator has grown over the years to include service centers in eight major cities and smaller satellite offices in multiple locations. The 380,000 square foot

manufacturing center in Marianna Florida is strategically located to provide easy access to provide engineering, manufacturing and technical support to all of the service centers.

Mowrey Elevator has manufactured and installed more than 13,000 elevators. All major component parts of the elevators are manufactured in house using “State of the Art” equipment and manufacturing processes. Mowrey equipment is intentionally Non-Proprietary so that customers can choose elevator service providers that meet their needs. This is incentive to provide the best possible service so that Mowrey can be that provider.

In 1981, Mowrey decided to become part of the National Association of Elevator Contractors. This was one element of a plan to develop relationships within the industry, gain credibility, and make connections for employee training and development. This association has benefited Mowrey Elevator Company in many ways, and they look forward to being more involved as company expansion continues.

Future plans include strengthening Mowrey’s presence in every area they operate in by investing in employees and streamlining the process. A special focus is working on ways to strengthen customer

service in order to continue to provide that level of satisfaction that results in a loyal customer base. Mowrey is continuing to develop it’s product to include new MRL designs, and looking forward to exciting new developments in the elevator industry.

4518 Lafayette StreetMarianna, FL 32446850-526-3373www.mowreyelevator.com

NAECs 2016 Board of Director

Nominees

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John Dodds, Chief Operating Officer of Kencor, Inc. Elevator Systems located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Dodds has over 18 years of elevator industry experience. He started his career as a mechanic’s helper in 1998 working his way through many different field and management roles before landing the position of C.O.O. Dodds holds several industry certifications including CET, CETS, QEI and several state elevator mechanic licenses. He is actively involved with several industry associations including NAESA International, EESF, and the Associated Builders and Contractors. Dodds has served as the Chairman on the NAEC Certification Board for the last 3 years. Dodds believes that a major industry issue, particularly with independent elevator owners and managers, is the continuous issue of workforce development. “The traditional approach within our industry, for better or worse, has been incestuous.” Dodds and his wife Karen, have 2 children, he enjoys golf, tennis and many other types of outdoor sporting activities.

Gary Schuette, President of Midwest Elevator Company, Inc. located in St. Louis, Missouri. Gary has been in the elevator industry for over 36 years. He began his career at Thyssen working in sales, he later ended his time with Thyssen as a Regional VP. In November of 1998 Schuette started Midwest Elevator Co, Inc. Midwest currently has offices located in St. Louis and in Kansas City. Gary has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. He sees that keeping pace with increasing safety standards as one of the biggest issues the industry faces, he stated “The Association should continue to monitor regulatory changes regarding safety and update training material, industry practices and guidelines accordingly.” Gary and his wife Dianne have three children; He enjoys boating, water skiing and golf.

Nominated for the Supplier positions are:

Louis James “LJ” Blaiotta, CEO of Columbia Elevator Products Company, Inc. in Bridgeport, Connecticut. LJ has been in the elevator industry for over thirty years, and has been the President of Columbia for the last twenty years. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and his Post Graduate MBA from Lubin School of Business, Pace University. He is currently participating as an instructor for the University of Connecticut. LJ has served with various elevator industry organizations, including ASME’s A17.1 Code Committee, NAECs Exhibitor Advisory Committee, NAECs Member Services Committee, CET/Education Task Force, as well as the Elevator Advisory Committee to the City of New York’s Department of Buildings. LJ is a frequent contributor to Elevator Worlds educational articles, and is also a well-known presenter at NAECs round-tables. Safe, quality products have always been Columbia’s commitment to the industry. LJ states “ I believe the steps that NAEC has taken to provide safety programs, sales training programs, product information, CET/CAT training are fantastic and that we need to continue to develop these programs and push the industry to a safer, more educated workforce.” LJ and his wife Laura have one child, and he enjoys traveling, theater, museums, symphonies, skiing and architecture.

Cornelius Walls, Vice-President of North American Operations for Formula Systems in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Cornelius has been a member of the elevator industry for twenty-one years. Cornelius obtained his Bachelor Degree in Business from Robert Morris University. He has been a member of the Elevator Escalator Safety Foundation (EESF) for six years, he is the current President of the Chicago Elevator Association, and also a member of CECA, IAEC and Elevator U. In his thirteen years of membership with NAEC, he has served on numerous committees including the Regional Show Committee and Membership Development Committee. Cornelius thinks a major industry issue is that companies need to find a better way to provide services in a more efficient way in this competitive economy. Cornelius stated “NAEC can help by providing economical tools to enhance technology within companies. This can be done through seminars and educational sessions.” Cornelius and his wife Blanca have two children; He enjoys spending time with his kids, watching football and traveling with his family.

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Columbia Elevator Products launches

LIFEGUARD® Safety Edge

June 01, 2016 (Oshawa, Canada) EHC Global (EHC), a leading manufacturer of escalator and elevator components, announced today the retirement of Ron Ball, the company’s Founder, Chairman and Managing Director of EHC’s Eastern Region operations. Ted Hornbein, EHC’s General Manager, Asia Pacific, will assume the role of Managing Director, Eastern Region and will report directly to Jeno Eppel, President and Chief Executive Officer of EHC. Ron will continue to be involved in EHC as a strategic advisor.

In 1977, Ron established Escalator Handrail Company in Ajax, Canada, with only one employee, a long-term vision and an international growth strategy. By the early 1980s, the company had successfully expanded into the United States and had established a presence in several international markets. Soon after, Ron expanded the company’s global reach to Europe by integrating EHC into the supply chains of larger firms and OEMs and eventually establishing EHC’s first overseas manufacturing company in Germany in 1992. In the mid-1990’s, anticipating China’s increasing importance in international business and rapidly expanding domestic market, Ron relocated to Shanghai and successfully established EHC China, the company’s largest operation to date. Over the past decade, EHC has continued to grow its global footprint with the establishment of sales and

distribution centres in Brazil, Barbados, France, the United Kingdom and Spain. In 2005, Jeno Eppel was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of EHC.

“With EHC celebrating its 40th anniversary in the coming months, I felt that this was the opportune time to officially retire from the business and enjoy more time with family and friends,” said Ron Ball. “I am proud of the many accomplishments we have achieved since our humble beginnings and have complete trust and confidence in the leadership and commitment of Jeno Eppel and the entire EHC team.”

“On behalf of the EHC family, I would like to thank Ron for his vision, leadership and the many contributions he has made to the company, the local communities we support and the global lift industry over the past 40 years,” said Jeno Eppel. “We remain committed to growth, innovation and continuing Ron’s legacy for decades to come.”

For more information about EHC, visit www.ehc-global.com.

EHC Global Founder and Chairman Ron Ball Announces Retirement After Forty Years of Leadership, Innovation and Growth in Lift Industry

Columbia Elevator Products’ LIFEGUARD® elevator door safety edge was designed most importantly for one reason; to keep the riding public safe. This is why we use optics that have been proven in the field for over 8 years. The design of our chassis was specifically engineered to be easy to install and robust enough to be able to withstand challenging conditions. We know our customers expect a good value and that’s why each unit includes water resistant boards and a multi-volt power supply as standard options. A uni-body, reinforced aluminum chassis with a powder coat finish makes for a design that is not only incredibly tough, but also very aesthetically pleasing.

Why do other edges on the market come in so many versions and require so much mounting hardware? Our design cuts through all the confusion and unnecessary parts. 7 self-tapping screws total

between the transmitter and receiver units is all that is needed. Add a few bits for managing the cords to the car top power supply and you are set. Goodbye are the days of confusing and unnecessary brackets and hardware. The LIFEGUARD® door safety edge will introduce you to faster installs and higher profits!

We are so proud and confident of our safety edge that we guarantee each and every unit. If you are not 100% satisfied upon installing our product, we will refund your purchase or replace it on our dime. This is our promise to you!

380 Horace StreetBridgeport, CT 06610888-858-1558www.columbiaelevator.com

1287 Boundary RoadOshawa, ON Canada L1J 6Z7905-432-2906www.ehc-global.com

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EHC Global Founder and Chairman Ron Ball Announces Retirement After Forty Years of Leadership, Innovation and Growth in Lift Industry

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ASSOCIATE

Island Elevators B.V.Kyle Hankins, Owner #610 162 Rhine RoadCupecoy, St. Maarten721-527-2943info@islandelevators.com

Swett & AssociatesDaniel Swett, Consultant1115 Nicholson St.Houston, TX 77008713-690-7705fax 713-690-0044ds@swettcorp.com

SUPPLIER

Zhangjiagang Mofeel Elevator Guide Rail Co., Ltd.Jet Wang, General ManagerDongqi Road, Donglai, Yangshe TownZhangjiagang City, JiangSu 215600 China0086-512-58159822 fax 0086-512-55968225 info@mofeelelevator.com

Wire Rope Works MessilotMotti Yitzhaki, Sales & Marketing DirectorKibbutz Messilot, Messilot, 1080400 Israel+972 4 6066 333fax +972 4 6066 237mottiy@messilot.org.il

BARR Credit Services, Inc.Tim Rodriguez, Account Executive5151 E Broadway Blvd., Suite 800Tucson, AZ 85711520-745-8701fax 520-745-2200trodriguez@barrcredit.com

Les Escalateurs Atlas Inc.Marc LajoieProduct Development/Purchasing8255 Boul. LaframboiseSt-Hyacinthe, QC J2R 1E8CANADA450-796-5708fax 450-796-5110info@atlasacces.com

New Members

Changes at GALGAL has announced two key changes in their management team. Doug Witham, a 40 year industry veteran and a 16 year team member at GAL, has shifted from Vice President of Sales and Marketing to the newly created position of Vice President of Business Development.

Steven Ort has joined GAL to fill the position of Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Witham commented “GAL has an impressive history, now Steven brings a great track record and all the necessary experience to springboard the company into the next phase of growth”

Steven comes to GAL with over 25 years of sales and marketing leadership experience in industrial manufacturing. Most recently he served as Vice President of Sales with Oerlikon Surface Solutions, a Swiss based industrial manufacturer. Steven holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Central Michigan University as well as an MBA for the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. He & his wife reside in Long Island, NY.

May 19 – 21, 2016, NAEC participated in the 2016 AIA Convention and Exposition in Philadelphia, PA. Much interest was shown for the NAEC Specification Database and also how NAEC and their members can assist architects and architectural firms with planning and building projects. A big thank you goes out to our wonderful volunteers: Ron and Marsha Rucker, with D-C Elevator, John Dodds with Kencor Elevator, Scott Wallace, Jr. and Scott Wallace Sr. with Accredited Home Elevator Company and Doug Witham with GAL.

NAEC EXHIBITS AT THE 2016 AIA CONVENTION AND EXPOSITION

Steve Ort

50 East 153rd StreetBronx, NY 10451718-292-9000www.gal.com

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ANTHONY C. “TONY” CAPUTO

Anthony C. “Tony” Caputo of Longboat Key, Florida, and Bridgewater, New Jersey, passed away on May 13 at the age of 89. An electrical engineer, he worked for various companies in the electrical field, until he entered the elevator industry in 1980 by founding Equipment Specialty Products, Inc., representing various manufacturers. He was associated with Imperial Electric of Ohio for 36 years. He was a member of the National Association of Elevator Contractors and regularly attended its annual conferences until last year, when he retired. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Gilda; son, Steven; daughter, Gilda; seven grand-children; two great-grandchildren; and two nephews. Funeral services took place on May 17 in Peapack, New Jersey. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for support of “Team Tony” in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night Walk, taking place on October 15 at Forrestal Village in Princeton, New Jersey.

MICHAEL G. DUROSS

NAEC was saddened to hear of the passing of Michael DuRoss at Action Accessibility Div of Vertical-FX on October 4, 2015. Michael was a long time member of NAEC since 2003.

IN MEMORIAM

ALFRED “AL” VERSCHELL

Alfred “Al” Verschell passed away on the afternoon of April 24. Verschell was a longtime code writer who gave many years of service to the ASME A17 Standards Committee. He also owned Incline Consultants International Inc./Dwan Elevator Co. He received the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Dedicated Service Award in 2006 and was honored since that time at multiple ASME events. A family memorial service has taken place. Verschell’s son, Mark, has provided his contact information for those who wish to share stories or send condo-lences regarding his father via phone: (240) 723-6656 or email.

A LOOK AHEAD

SPRING 2017 NAEC Conference will be in Scottsdale, Arizona. You will not want to miss this event. Scottsdale is one of the Southwest’s premier resort destinations. This young, active and wealthy community borders Phoenix to the east and north. With more than 170 golf courses, 11,000 hotel rooms, and 500 restaurants, millions of people come to enjoy the spas and resorts in Scottsdale each year. Mark your calendars and make plans to attend!

ANNOUNCING NAEC’s NEW AND IMPROVED WEBSITE! NAEC has been working hard to revamp the website. Please check it out at: www.naec.org to see the new look and items on the home page.

Staff Anniversaries

KERRIE REBMANN

Marketing & Meeting Manager

Since April 2011

SHAWN COWDEN

Member Services Manager

Since June 2007

JENNIFER SIMMONS

Office Assistant/Membership

Since July 2013

FAYE CARTER-POWELL

Deputy Director

Since August 1999

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O’Keefe Elevator Company is pleased to announce the historic election of new officers. The new officers are: Dennis B. Wychulls, Chairman of the Board and Chief Operating Officer; Alan L. Gilmore, Senior Vice-President and Secretary; Sam M. Sennett, Vice-President Service; and Scott D. Ethington, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer.

After 44 years with O’Keefe, the last 12 as President, Wychulls is stepping away from the day-to-day operations of the business. He will stay active in an advisory role to the executive management team while pursuing other personal interests. Abels has been with O’Keefe for 28 years, most recently as Senior Vice-President. He will oversee all day-to-day operations of the company. Gilmore has 34 years with O’Keefe and will continue his duties as head of new construction. Sennett has 20 years of experience. The last 12 years with O’Keefe have positioned him to assume duties previously performed by Abels,. Ethington is in his fifth year with O’Keefe, previously as its controller.

The vote of the Board was historic in that Abels becomes the first President who is not an O’Keefe family member. Since its founding over 100 years ago by Denis O’Keefe, Sr., all five Presidents prior to Abels were family members. The grandchildren of Denis Sr. still own 100% of the business. They are all represented on the Board and unanimously approved this new executive team.

O’Keefe is the largest full service elevator company operating in Nebraska and Iowa. O’Keefe is the exclusive distributor for ThyssenKrupp (formerly Dover) elevators in the two state area.

Abels, in addition to his new duties as President of O’Keefe, is currently serving as the President of the National Association of Elevator Contractors. NAEC is an association of approximately 700 members composed of elevator contractors, suppliers, consultants, and other professionals in the elevator field.

O’Keefe Elevator Elects New Officers

New Round Table Format at 2016 United in Montreal

CHECK OUT THE NEW TECHNOLOGY FORUM Stop by to hear fun, informative facts about the latest product or technology from Exhibitors. This forum will reveal new products to the Industry. Come hear the various 15 minute pitches from:

2:00pm “Fiber Optics” – Draka Elevator

2:20pm “Mobile Office Manager” – Expert Service Solutions

2:40pm “Glo-Rite Lamp” – Mathis Electronics

3:00pm “Monitoring Systems” – Smartrise Engineering

3:20pm “Elevator Phone Code Compliance” – Kings III

3:40pm Cloud Based Software & Mobile Solution” – Site Service Software

4:00pm “New Products Available through ADAMS” – Adams Equipment

4:20pm TBD

4:40pm “Dumbwaiters & Material Lifts” – Matot

Dennis Wychulis

Bret Abels

Alan Gilmore

Sam Sennett

Scott Ethington

One O’Keefe Center1402 JonesOmaha, NE 68102402-345-4056www.okeefe-elevator.com

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September 19 – 22, 2016

NAEC 67th Annual Convention and Exposition in Conjunction with United IV Montreal, CanadaWestin, InterContinental, Hyatt Regency & Palais des congrès de Montréal

April 1 – 4, 2017

NAEC Educational Conference Scottsdale, AZScottsdale Resort and Conference Center

September 11 – 14, 2017

NAEC 68th Annual Convention and Exposition Orlando, Florida Hyatt Regency Orlando & Orange County Convention Center

April 14 – 18, 2018

NAEC Educational Conference Carlsbad, CA Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa

September 24 – 27, 2018

NAEC 69th Annual Convention and Exposition Atlantic City, New Jersey Sheraton and Atlantic City Convention Center

September 16 – 19, 2019

NAEC 70th Annual Convention and ExpositionGrand Rapids, MichiganAmway Grand Plaza Hotel & DeVos Place

September 12 – 16, 2020

NAEC 71st Annual Convention and Exposition Houston, TexasHouston Marriott Marquis and George R. Brown Convention Center

September 20 – 23, 2021

NAEC 72nd Annual Convention and Exposition Atlantic City, New JerseySheraton and Atlantic City Convention CenterGeorge R. Brown Convention Center

INDUSTRY CALENDAR

2016 July 28, 2016 Massachusetts Elevator Safety Association (MESA)

Annual Boat Cruise Quincy Marina, N. Quincy, MA Andrea Hunt 617-943-7810 andrea.hunt@kone.com www.mesassoc.com

August 5, 2016 Chicago Elevator Association (CEA) Golf Outing Chicago, IL Tom Przybyla, Parts Specialist 708-371-2444 fax 708-371-2477 ceamail@flash.net www.cea-online.org

August 11, Elevator Escalator Safety Foundation 2016 of Canada (EESFC) 8th Annual Toronto Harbor Cruise Showboat, Toronto, ON Canada Nikole Layton 800-949-6442 fax (251) 479-7099 info@eesf.org www.eesf.org

August 25, 2016 International Association of Elevator Consultants (IAEC) Summer Event New York, NY Gordon J. Ernst 425 732 3328 fax 425 957 0834 gernst@iaec.org www.iaec.org

September 9, Elevator Association of Minnesota (EAM) 2016 Annual Business Meeting St. Paul, MN 55102 Cindy Romnes 507-245-3060 Cindy.Romnes@minnesotaelevator.com www.elevatorassocmn.org

September 14, Elevator Conference of New York (ECNY) 2016 Seminar Bruno’s, Jackson Heights, NY Bobby DeFrancesco 718-706-8600 fax 718-706-8665 info@ecnyweb.com www.ecnyweb.com

September 19, Elevator Escalator Safety Foundation (EESF) 2016 United Fundraiser Le Westin Montreal, Montreal, QC Canada Nikole Layton 800-949-6442 fax (251) 479-7099 info@eesf.org www.eesf.org

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E-mail: amanda@naec.org • Website: www.naec.org

March 201429 - April 1 Saturday - Tuesday

Educational Conference

Fort Myers, FL • Sanibel Harbour Resort and Spa

September 20146-11 Saturday - Thursday

65th Annual Convention and Exposition

San Antonio, TX • Grand Hyatt San Antonio ConventionCenter Hotel & Henry B Gonzales Convention Center

April 201518-21 Saturday - Tuesday

Educational Conference

Honolulu, HI • Sheraton Waikiki

September 201528 - October 1 Monday - Thursday

66th Annual Convention and Exposition

Boston, MA • Westin Boston Waterfront Hotel & BostonConvention & Exhibition Center

March 201224 - 27 Saturday - Tuesday

Educational ConferenceCarolina, Puerto Rico • InterContinental San Juan Resort &Casino

September 201210 - 13 Monday - Thursday

United in Atlantic City 2012� Canadian Elevator Contractors Association (CECA)� International Association of Elevator Consultants (IAEC)� National Association of Elevator Contractors (NAEC)� NAESA International

Joint Convention & ExpositionAtlantic City, New Jersey • Sheraton &Atlantic City Convention Center

� Convention: Sept 10 – 13� Exposition: Sept 12 – 13

April 201313 - 16 Saturday - Tuesday

Educational ConferenceDana Point, CA • Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel

September 201322 - 26 Sunday - Thursday

64th Annual Convention and ExpositionTampa, FL • Tampa Marriott Waterside & Tampa ConventionCenter

� NAEC Convention: Sept 22 – 26� Exposition: Sept 25 – 26

� Rich Carson, Electric Motor Repair� Lou Deloreto, NEII Safety Committee� Jim Duffy, Richmond Elevator� Patrick Edwards, Integrity Home Lifts� Beth Henderson, MOD Management� Jon Henson, NEIEP� Randy Huff, Computerized Elevator Controls� Dennis Kelly, Drucegrove� Kirk Lewis, Columbia Elevator Products� Puneet Mehta, Bramalea� Garry Moore, AMCO Elevator

� Carsten Schumann, TUV SUD America, Inc.� David Settle, NEIEP� Chuck Sharpe, D-C Elevator� Dave Smarte, Delaware Elevator� John Spinella, NEIEP� Tom Sybert, CJ Anderson� Emery Thran, Motion Control Engineering� Don Vollrath, Magnetek� Robert Wachendorff, Wachendorff Automation� Paul Waters, NEII Safety Committee

We would like to take this opportunity toextend a “Thank You” to the 62nd AnnualConvention speakers. Their expertise ledto strong educational sessions thatattendees found beneficial. Thank you…

� NAEC CALENDAR � 15

NAEC MainLine • October 2011

NAEC Contact InformationContact: Amanda Smith • Phone: 800-900-6232 or 770-760-9660 Fax: 770-760-9714

E-mail: amanda@naec.org • Website: www.naec.org

March 201429 - April 1 Saturday - Tuesday

Educational Conference

Fort Myers, FL • Sanibel Harbour Resort and Spa

September 20146-11 Saturday - Thursday

65th Annual Convention and Exposition

San Antonio, TX • Grand Hyatt San Antonio ConventionCenter Hotel & Henry B Gonzales Convention Center

April 201518-21 Saturday - Tuesday

Educational Conference

Honolulu, HI • Sheraton Waikiki

September 201528 - October 1 Monday - Thursday

66th Annual Convention and Exposition

Boston, MA • Westin Boston Waterfront Hotel & BostonConvention & Exhibition Center

March 201224 - 27 Saturday - Tuesday

Educational ConferenceCarolina, Puerto Rico • InterContinental San Juan Resort &Casino

September 201210 - 13 Monday - Thursday

United in Atlantic City 2012� Canadian Elevator Contractors Association (CECA)� International Association of Elevator Consultants (IAEC)� National Association of Elevator Contractors (NAEC)� NAESA International

Joint Convention & ExpositionAtlantic City, New Jersey • Sheraton &Atlantic City Convention Center

� Convention: Sept 10 – 13� Exposition: Sept 12 – 13

April 201313 - 16 Saturday - Tuesday

Educational ConferenceDana Point, CA • Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel

September 201322 - 26 Sunday - Thursday

64th Annual Convention and ExpositionTampa, FL • Tampa Marriott Waterside & Tampa ConventionCenter

� NAEC Convention: Sept 22 – 26� Exposition: Sept 25 – 26

� Rich Carson, Electric Motor Repair� Lou Deloreto, NEII Safety Committee� Jim Duffy, Richmond Elevator� Patrick Edwards, Integrity Home Lifts� Beth Henderson, MOD Management� Jon Henson, NEIEP� Randy Huff, Computerized Elevator Controls� Dennis Kelly, Drucegrove� Kirk Lewis, Columbia Elevator Products� Puneet Mehta, Bramalea� Garry Moore, AMCO Elevator

� Carsten Schumann, TUV SUD America, Inc.� David Settle, NEIEP� Chuck Sharpe, D-C Elevator� Dave Smarte, Delaware Elevator� John Spinella, NEIEP� Tom Sybert, CJ Anderson� Emery Thran, Motion Control Engineering� Don Vollrath, Magnetek� Robert Wachendorff, Wachendorff Automation� Paul Waters, NEII Safety Committee

We would like to take this opportunity toextend a “Thank You” to the 62nd AnnualConvention speakers. Their expertise ledto strong educational sessions thatattendees found beneficial. Thank you…

National Association of Elevator Contractors • 1298 Wellbrook Circle NE • Conyers, GA 30012US only 800.900.6232 • US & Canada 888.847.7530 • Local 770.760.9660 • Fax 770.760.9714 • E-mail info@naec.org

Canadian ElevatorContractors Association

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September 19–22, 2016 Montreal, Canada

19-22 septembre 2016Montréal, Canada

Palais des congrès de Montréal & le Westin Montréal

CONVENTION: September 19-22EXPOSITION: September 21-22

CONGRÈS : 19-22 septembreEXPOSITION : 21-22 septembre

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