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Membership development. The applications of following members are being submitted:
As per the slate suggested by the Nomination Committee Chairman, Er.P.Suresh Chandal Pal on April 2006, the following officers have been nominated as the IAS Madras Chapter Officers for 2006 – 2007.
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Dr.G.V.Rao |
Chairman (SM – 40280459) |
Chairman & Managing Director Rowsons Marketing Pvt Ltd 260/1 A, Royapettah High Road, Mylapore, Chennai – 600 004. Phone: 91 – 44 – 24980622,24980626, 24980603, 24980611 (Res) 24980541 Fax:24980361 (Mobile : 99401 19770 & 94440 19770 E-mail: rowgvc@giasmd01.vsnl.net.in |
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Mr.S.Rajvel |
Vice – Chairman (M – 85026728) |
M/s. Larsen & Toubro Ltd ECC Division, Post Box No.979, Mount Poonamallee Road, Manapakkam, Chennai – 89. Phone: 91 – 44 – 23640156 E-mail: sr@lntecc.com |
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Mr.V.V.S.Srinivasa Rao |
Secretary (M-80460476) |
#22, Canal Bank Road, Raja Annamalai Puram, Chennai – 600 028. Phone: 24957386 Mobile:99401 57390
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Mr.R.Babu |
Treasurer ( M-80460516) |
37, B/3, Ist Floor, Loganathan Colony, Mylapore, Chennai - 600 004. Phone : 24984514 Mobile: 99401 79337
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Dr.G.V.Rao, Ph.D., Senior Member, IEEE- IAS/PES has held
responsible positions in G.E.C of India Ltd, started his own business in
1983, and is currently the Chairman/Managing Director of Rowsons Marketing
Pvt Ltd, marketing all types of Transformers, Unitised Sub-stations etc.
He has published a manual on Transformers, in the form of Question and
Answers, and booklets on Capacitors, Resin Cast Transformers, Voltage
Controllers etc.. He has conducted Technical seminars on Power &
Distribution Transformers, Industrial Servo Voltage Controllers, Mobile
Sub-stations, Fire Prevention Systems for Power & Distribution
Transformers, Capacitors, Resin Cast Dry Type Maintenance Free
Transformers, Unitised Package Sub-stations, Ventilation systems etc. He
has produced his own video cassette & CD-ROM for Unitised Package
Sub-station arrangements. Er. Rao's entrepreneurial spirit and appeal
continue to proliferate as he has over 53 years' professional experience.
We are proud of his accomplishments, in his profession and in our
society.
List of
Contributions to IEEE: Awards:
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Activities for the calendar year 2006 |
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1. Lecture meeting on `VOLTAGE STABILITY WITH POWER SAVING METHOD’ on 29th April 2006 |
A Lecture meeting on `Voltage Stability with Power Saving method’ was organized on 29th April 2006 at Rajapalayam for Arumugha Group of Companies, Rajapalayam jointly with Rowsons Marketing Pvt Ltd, Chennai – 600 004. Dr.G.V.Rao, Chapter Chair IAS Madras Chapter and Mr.P.Sudhakar, IAS member attended the meeting. Mr.P.Ganesan, General Manager presided over the meeting 12 Electrical Engineers and Supervisors attended the meeting.
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2.`LATEST TRENDS IN TRANSFORMER TECHNOLOGIES’ on 1st June 2006 |
A Technical meeting on `Latest Trends in Transformer Technologies for various industrial application’ was organized on 1st June 2006 at Rajapalayam for M/s. Rajasekar Group of Industries jointly with Rowsons Marketing Pvt Ltd, Chennai. Dr.G.V.Rao, Chairman IAS Madras Chapter and Member Mr.P.Sudhakar and Mr.K.Muthukannan and Mr.M.Muthu attended the meeting. Meeting headed by Mr.A.Rajasekar, Managing Director and 18 Engineers of the Group of Companies attended.
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3. Lecture meeting on `FAIL SAFE MAINTENANCE FREE DRY TYPE TRANSFORMERS’ and `ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING’ on 15th June 2006 |
A Lecture meeting on `Fail Safe Maintenance Free Dry Type Transformers’ and `Energy Efficient Lighting’ was organized on 15th June 2006 at Trichy for M/s. Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd, Seam Less Tube Manufacturing Plant jointly with Rowsons Marketing Pvt Ltd, Chennai. Mr.V.V.S.Srinivasa Rao, Mr.P.Sudhakar, Mr.K.Palaniappan and Mr.M.Muthu attended the meeting. Meeting headed by Mr.Stephen Xavier, Manager Sub-station and Plant Maintenance and Mr.S.Chandrasekar, Asst.Manager and 14 Electrical Engineers of the Maintenance Department were present.
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4. .Codissia Trade Fair (27th July to 31st July 2006) |
Membership application forms and other journals connected with IEEE were displayed during the exhibition and the stalls were managed by Mr.V.S.Srinivasa Rao, Secretar, IEEE - IAS (Madras Chapter) and Mr.P.Sudhakar, Member IEEE - IAS (Madras Chapter). Students and other engineers visited the stalls were informed suitably to become member of IEEE etc.. The total number visitors were nearly 470 including 20 IEEE members. A CD-Rom about IEEE was displayed to the visitors.
| 5. A Seminar on' LATEST TREND IN TRANSFORMER TECHNOLOGY' on 9th September 2006 |
A seminar was conducted at The Residency Hotel at
Coimbatore on 9th September 2006 on `Latest Trent in Transformer
Technology'. which was sponsored by M/s. Indo Tech Transformers Ltd,
Madras. Dr.G.V.Rao, Chairman, IEEE - IAS (Madras Chapter) welcoming the
gathering and spoke about Transformers with Super Conductors/Fluid
Filled Transformers and also a brief on IEEE activities. The Chief
Guest was Mr.M.Veluchamy, Sr.Electrical Inspector to the Govt.of Tamil Nadu to
presided over the seminar and also spoke on Safety Procedures.
Mr.P.S.Jagdish, President Indian Tranformers Manufacture Association and also
Director M/s. Indo Tech Transformers Ltd spoke about the Current Scenario of
manufacturing actitivites and also the developments in the Transformer segment.
M/s. Basavaraj Angadi and Dilip Patel of M/s. E.I.Dupont India Pvt
Ltd, Mumbai presented a technical paper on `Open Ventilated Dry Type
Transformer'. The other speakers were Mr.S.Ganesan, Mr.T.V.Josepsh,
Mr.Raghavan, presented papers on `Over view on Transformer
Technology/Energy Efficient Transformers/Maintenance of Transformers'
etc.. Mr.S.Rajavel, Vice Chairman IEEE - IAS Chapter and General Manager
E.I & C Business Unit, M/s. Larsen & Toubro Ltd, ECC Division, Chennai
spoke about `Gas Insulated Sub-station' and also summing up the semianr.
The CD's were played. The total number of participants were
360 from various Industries, Electricity Boards, Railways, HT Contractor
Association, Consultants, Architects, Managing Directors,
Faculties/Students, Plant Engineers etc.. and a grand lunch was arranged.
There was no delegation fee.
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| 6. A Seminar on' “Industrial Power supplies & modern Technology”' on 28th October 2006 |
A Technical Seminar was conducted ON 28TH October 2006 in association with Tamil Nadu `A’ Grade Electrical Contractors & Installation Engineers Association at Chennai on 28th October 2006 at 36, Tag Centre, TTK Road, Chennai.
The seminar was on “Industrial Power supplies & modern Technology”. Welcome address was given by Er.A.k.Venkatasamy, President, Tamil Nadu `A’ Grade Electrical Contractors & Installation Engineers Association, Chennai and the Key note address was given by Er.R.Subramanian, Chief Electrical Inspector to the Govt.of Tamil Nadu. Dr.G.V.Rao, Chairman, IEEE – IAS (Madras Chapter) spoke on “Conservation of Energy” and also made a Audio visual presentation on `Energy Environment’ consisting of Wind, Solar, Biomass, Lighting etc.. which was well appreciated by the participants. Mr.S.Rajavel, Vice Chairman IEEE – IAS (Madras Chapter) presented a paper on `Gas Insulated Sub-station’ by detailing the parts and about the installation & Commissioning. Mr.Dilip Patel, Consultant on behalf of M/s. E.I.Dupont India Ltd, Mumbai spoke on `Open Ventilated Dry Type Transformers” with power point presentation. Mr.V.V.S.Srinivasa Rao, Secretary, IEEE – IAS (Madras Chapter) presented a paper on “Latest development on Outdoor Lighting” highlighting the stainless steel reflectors used in luminaries which gives 30% more illumination comparing the conventional ones, where by it reduces the wattage/fittings/cost. He also highlighted about the installation procedure for High Mast & Mobile Mast Lighting towers.
Mr.C.Sampath Kumar gave a presentation on the Current and also the forthcoming electrical modular switches for both domestic and Industrial and for various applications. Mementos were given to the dignitaries and other VIPs who attended the same. The Question and Answer session was very interesting and many contractors were happy about the seminar. Mr.T.M.Bikkaji gave Vote of Thanks and followed by a grand lunch The total number of participants were 120 in spite of the heavy rain and inclement weather. Pictures attached.
| 7. A Seminar on' “Hybrid Vehicles/Fuel Cells' on 14th December 2006 |
IEEE IAS - Madras Chapter along with SAE India arranged a
technical lecture on Hybrid Vehicles/Fuel Cells at the premises of PSG College
of ZTechnology, Coimbatore on 14th December 2006. The lecture was
Dr.Kaushik Rajasekara of Rolls Royce (Air Craft Engine Division), USA. The
lecture was appealing and appreciated by all the participants.
Mr.V.V.S.Srinivasa Rao, Secretary, IAS - Madras Chapter gave the Welcome Address
on behalf of Dr.G.V.Rao, Chairman , IEEE IAS Madras Chapter. Mr.R.Babu,
Treasurer and Mr.J.Ananda Rao, Committee Member of IAS Madras Chapter gave away
the mementos to the dignitaries. MR.G.Chandras Mohan, HOD of Automobile
Engineering of PSG College of Technology spoke on the Electric vehicles and
introduced the speaker. Mr.C.Nandagopalan, Vice Chairman, SAE India
proposed a Vote of Thanks. The total number of participants were 158
inclusive of few IEEE members. Tea and snacks were arranged for the
participants.
| 1. A Seminar on' “Latest Trend in Transformer Technology' on the 10th February 2007. ' |
A Seminar was arranged at Taj Residency (Deccan) Five Star Hotel) on `Latest Trend in Transformer Technology' on the 10th February 2007. Apart from large attendees Mr.R.Kannan, Chairman, IEEE Hyderabad Section and Mr.C.Satish, Area Chapter Chair, Industry Application Society, Region 10 and Mr.Bharghav, Past Chairman IEEE Hyderabad Section and few members of IEEE Hyderabad and Madras Section attended the seminar, CEIG of Andhra Pradesh Mr.C.Vijaya Kumar was the Chief Guest. The seminar was organized by Telugu nadu Electrical Contractor's Association (A Grade) in association with Indo Tech Transformers Ltd, Chennai and Rowsons Marketing Pvt LTd, Chennai . The highlight of the Seminar was the most informative speech delivered and paper presented by Dr.G.V.Rao , Chairman , IEEE - IAS (Madras Chapter) on `Energy Efficient Transformers'. He highlighted about Cast Resin Transformers, Open Ventilated Dry Type Transformers, R-Temp Fluid Filled Transformers with super conductors and Transformers with edible oil base. This was well appreciated by one and all. The other speakers were, Mr.P.S.Jagdish, President, Indian Transformers Manufacturers Association, New Delhi on `Transformer Industry in India' Mr.T.V.Joseph, Vice President CQA, M/s. Indo Tech Transformers LTd, on `Significance of Power Transformers and Mobile Sub-stations' Mr.Basavaraj Angadi and Mr.Dilip Patel, M/s. E.I.Dupont India Pvt Ltd, Mumbai on 'Open Ventilated Dry Type Transformers' with Nomex paper insulated. The Seminar, with nearly 250 elite audience was concluded with a grand lunch. The whole episode was informative, purposeful and each member left the hall with enriched knowledge.
Activities for the year 2007 - 2008 |
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2. Seminar on `SOLAR AND WIND HYBRID SYSTEMS'’ on 8th June 2007 |
A Seminar on `Solar and Wind Hybrid Systems' was conducted on 8th June 2007 at Hotel Adyar Gate Sheraton Towers in Chennai. Dr.G.V.Rao, Chapter Chair, IAS, Madras Chapter welcomed the gathering. Mr.K.B.Thakur, M/s. Chloride International Ltd, Kolkata highlighted to the gathering the advantages of clean energy and about the solar and wind Hybrid systems. The meeting was attended by 50 guests which included IEEE members.
3.Societal Meeting on 18th August 2007 |
A Societal meeting was conducted on 18th August 2007 at Petatchi Auditorium, Chennai. The meeting was inaugurated by Dr.G.V.Rao, IEEE - IAS (Madras Chapter) and Dr.Pappu Venugopal Rao spoke on the occasion. The total guests were around 450 including members. High Tea was arranged.
4. Technical Seminar on `Insulating Materials in Transformers' on 20th August 2007 |
A Technical seminar on `Insulating Materials in Transformers' was conducted in Chennai on 20th August 2007, Mr.S.Ganesan, Advisor presented to the gathering the latest materials used in manufacture of transformers and their contribution in increasing the performance of the transformers. The total guests included 60 members including Engineers and Consultants.
5. 22nd September 2007 |
On 22nd September 2007, Michael Farady Birthday was celebrated where in Engineers and Members of IAS, Madras Chapter showered glowing tributes and also discussed about the latest in today's engineering world.
| 1. A meeting on ' Global Warming and Energy Concerns' on 19th January 2008 |
A meeting was organized on `Global Warming and Energy Concerns' at the Hotel Palmgrove, Chennai on 19th January 2008. Dr.G.V.Rao, Chapter Chair, IAS (Madras) presented a paper and audio visual presentation on Global Warming and its effect on our planet earth. Mr.S.Mahadevan presented a paper on Energy Concerns and about Energy Saving Techniques. The meeting was attended by 50 guests including members. High Tea was arranged. There was no delegation fee.
| 2. A Technical Seminar on “Dupont ReliatraN Open Ventilated Dry Type Transformer' on 16th February 2008 |
A Technical Seminar was organized in Gokulam Park Inn, Kochi, Kerala on `Dupont ReliatraN Open Ventilated Dry Type Transformer' on 16th February 2008. Dr.G.V.Rao, Chapter Chair, IAS (Madras Chapter) and Mr.Thomas Lim, Applications Research Manager, M/s. E.I.Dupont Company (Singapore) Pvt. Ltd., Singapore spoke on the technology and advantages of `Dupont ReliatraN' Open Ventilated Dry Type Transformers.
A special Key Note address was given by Mr.K.K.Unni, Chief Electrical Inspector to the Government of Kerala, Mr.K.T.Mohan Krishnan, President , M/s. Indo Tech Transformers Ltd, Chennai, Mr.Basavaraj Angadi and Mr.Dilip Patel, M/s. E.I.Dupont India Private Ltd., Mumbai spoke on the occasion. The meeting was attended by 160 guests including leading Contractors, Consultants, Engineers from Public Sector Companies and by the members . A grand lunch was arranged. There was a no delegation fee.
| 3.Factory Visit on 19th February 2008 |
A Factory visit was organized to Thirumazhisai and Kancheepuram on 19th February 2008. The Engineers and members of various Industries from different places about 38 visited the factories first at Thirumazhisai for Power, Distribution and Open Ventilated Dry Type Transformer factory and learnt the nuances in the manufacture then they visited Kancheepuram factory where extra High Voltage Transformers are manufactured and their testing facilities were shown to the visiting guests. A lunch was arranged. There was no Delegation fee.
| 4. A Lecture Programme on “ Trends in Automotive Steering Systems with Advances in Electrical Actuators and Control'' on the 4th July 2008. ' |
A Distinguished Lecture program was organized by Industry Application Society in association with Indian Institute of Technology, Madras on 4th July 2008 at the Electrical Sciences Block Seminar Hall. The Guest Speaker was Dr.Tomy Sebastian, Chief Scientist, Delphi Steering Systems Inc., Michigan, United States on the topic `Trends in Automotive Steering Systems with Advances in Electrical Actuators and Control'. The Lecture was attended by 75 guests which included students, Faculty Members, Consultant and IEEE members.
| 5. A Technical Seminar on “ Energy Efficient High Mast Lighting Systems' on the 18th July 2008. ' |
A Technical seminar was organized in Hotel Palmgrove, Chennai on `Energy Efficient High Mast Lighting Systems' on 18th July 2008. The technical paper was presented by Mr.L.Satish, Head - Operations of M/s. GVRR. Dr.G.V.Rao, Chapter Chair , IAS (Madras Chapter) welcomed the gathering. The seminar was attended by 35 guests including members.
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