The Eurovent Product Group ‘Fan Technology’ (PG-FANS) participants have elected Julien Grilliat as the new group Chairperson. He will be supported by the newly elected Vice-Chairperson Simon Engert.
Julien Grilliat, who takes on the role of the PG-FANS Chairperson, brings years of industry experience and technical knowledge.
Advancing Innovation
Julien Grilliat has been a key player in the fan technology sector while having deep understanding of industry
He has been a key player in the fan technology sector and has demonstrated a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the industry. As Chairperson, Julien will be supported by Simon Engert, as the newly elected Vice-Chairperson of the group.
Simon brings a wealth of experience and a strategic vision for advancing the interests of the fan technology community. Engert has shown remarkable leadership and innovation throughout his career. The new appointments are a testament to their expertise, leadership, and commitment to driving forward innovation and standards in the fan technology industry.
Commitment to Cooperation
Julien Grilliat, Chairperson of PG-FANS, stated: “Following Uwe Sigloch’s footsteps, I gratefully accept this challenge and warmly thank Vice-Chair Simon Engert for helping alongside me. While the present context rather exhibits isolationism and competition, I do believe cooperation is needed more than ever for our industry to successfully find common solutions to common problems. Following this conviction, I will work fully committed to the role our members trusted me with.”
Navigating Industry Challenges
Simon Engert, Vice-Chairperson of PG-FANS, added: “I am honoured to be elected as Vice-Chairperson of the Eurovent PG-FANS. With my passion for the industry and commitment to its advancement, I will support the group and Chairperson Julien in facing the upcoming challenges for the fan industry.”
“The new ErP-Regulation for fans has been published, implementation is underway, and the next revision is just a blink of an eye away. I am dedicated to ensuring the PG-FANS is well-prepared for these challenging times.”
Honoring Industry Contributions
The Eurovent Product Group ‘Fan Technology’ is home to European manufacturers of fans, industrial fans, fan units, dryers and related components. The group’s key tasks are advocacy of European and national legislation, EN, ISO and Eurovent standard development, promotion of the industry and export initiatives.
The PG-FANS participants congratulated the former group’s Chairperson, Uwe Sigloch on his remarkable contributions to the HVAC industry and wish him well in the next chapter of his life.
