Today proved to be United’s biggest day yet, starting with a concurrent educational session, and National Association of Elevator Contractors and Canadian Elevator Contractors Association meetings. The exhibits then opened, while educational sessions continued until late afternoon. The aforementioned associations then met behind closed doors in board meetings until the evening’s reception and swanky dinner dance. This latter event continues even as I type — proof of my devotion to reporting United to EW Unplugged!

The exhibition covers a large space and, if today’s attendance has been any indication, it will certainly be a success. A bevy of North American companies and associations exhibited, of course, but it is also noteworthy that those from China and India were also well represented. The big exhibit hall was abuss all day with education and business talk.

Not only was this the biggest day here, it was also the best (in my opinion). However, I may be a bit biased by saying that! Let me explain. The only contest I had time to participate in was a drawing from Makita U.S.A., Inc. (in partnership with Vertical Solutions Co.), in which I drew the grand prize — a US$858-value tool kit! Needless to say, this development made my day, giving me a great story to tell. Maybe tomorrow I’ll get a chance to keep my unusually great luck going. Either way, I’ll be here to report on the last major day of this busy event.

Lee