Dear friends and colleagues It is our privilege and a real honor to invite you to the International IEEE Conference on Microwaves, Communications, Antennas and Electronic Systems (IEEE COMCAS 2009), which will be held at the David Intercontinental Tel-Aviv Hotel, Israel, November 9-11,2009. COMCAS 2009 continues the tradition of providing a multidisciplinary forum for the exchange of ideas in the areas of microwaves, antennas, communications, solid state integrated circuits, sensing and electronic systems engineering. This year we will expand the program to include RF and microwave photonics, biomedical technologies, cognitive radios and networks, radar, radio frequency identification, electron devices and photonic means for IC inspection among other topics. The 2009 program will offer a very impressive list of speakers, including expert R&D engineers, top scientists and managers from the US, Europe, Far East and Israel. The program will include Keynote presentations of up-to-date and fascinating topics. New this year! The ED is joining the very popular and well established Microwaves (MTT), Antennas (AP), ComSoc, EMC, SSC and Radars (AES) program. The result will be an expanded program that should be of interest to a wider group of engineers and decision makers from the technology, communication, radar and electronic systems communities by presenting technology, circuits, system aspects and innovations in these fields. Prof. Joseph (Joe) Mitola from the Stevens Institute of Technology, NJ, USA has already confirmed his attendance as a keynote speaker and will lecture on Cognitive Radio Research and Commercialization Challenges and Opportunities. Present and past presidents of IEEE societies, directors of R&D institutions and international distinguished technology leaders are involved as members of the StC and TPC in COMCAS 2009. COMCAS2008 attracted over 700 delegates from many companies and R&D institutions. Last year s very successful event and the innovations made in the program will surely draw an exceeding number of participants to the COMCAS 2009 Conference. The program will be complemented with a professional exhibition, offering companies and agencies a unique opportunity to visit Israel and present CAD tools, test equipment, RF, MW and MMW components and modules for electronic systems applications to the microwave, antenna and wireless community. Visiting the exhibition will be free of charge. We encourage you to take an active part in this international Conference and participate in the exhibition and/or advertise your products and services in the Official Exhibitors Conference Catalogue, which will be handed out to all conference participants. Enclosed is exhibition and catalogue registration information. Special thanks to the Conference's Platinum Patrons, Agilent Technologies, Intel Corp., and to the Gold Patrons, Herley General Microwave Israel, EYAL Microwave, WIN Semiconductors Corp (Starlight), M/A-COM, Ansoft, CST, Interlligent, MTI, STG, ORBIT/FR and the Microwave Journal (media supporter) for their generous support. Please complete the attached form and return it to the Conference Secretariat. For further information, please contact: *Rina Paiss, tel. 972 3 638 44 42, or E-mail: rina@ortra.com *Sagit Ishay, tel. 972 3 638 44 58, or E-mail: sagiti@ortra.com Looking forward to your cooperation. Sincerely, Shmuel Auster Conference Chairman
A. EXHIBITION REGISTRATION INFORMATION Conference Venue: Date: November 9-10, 2009 David Intercontinental Tel-Aviv Hotel, Israel YOUR COMPANY IS KINDLY INVITED TO EXHIBIT ACCORDING TO ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS: 1) Standard Exhibition Unit, including: * Non-constructed floor space (3mx2m) * One table * Two chairs * Electrical outlet (220 V) 1 phase 1KW 2) Standard Constructed Booth, (minimum of 3mx2m= 6m 2 ), including: * Two side-panels and rear panel (white) * Company's name (up to 30 digits) * One table * Two chairs * Electrical outlet (220 V) 1 phase 1 KW * Three spot lights Rates (in US$): - Standard Exhibition Unit as per paragraph 1 Exhibitor Returning Exhibitors* Early Registration Paid by September 9, 2009 Exhibition only Advertising Package ** $2200 $2650 $1750 $2200 Late Registration Paid from September 10, 2009 Exhibition only Advertising Package ** $2400 $2850 $1900 $2350 * Special rates for returning exhibitors who participated in COMCAS 2008 ** Special Package! Standard unit as specified in paragraph 1 above, inside-page advert in the Catalogue and a link from the conference website. - Standard Booth as per paragraph 2 $50 per sqm (In addition to the above rates specified in paragraph 1). Israeli companies should add 16.5% VAT on the above rates as required by law. Price includes: Coffee breaks and lunch for 2 representatives on November 9-10, 2009 Parking for two cars on November 9-10 (Extra tickets for lunch and two breaks with coffee and cake can be purchased at the Ortra desk onsite)
Exhibition Timetable: Sunday, November 8, 2009 14:00-21:00 hrs Exhibits setup Monday, November 9, 2009 06:30 08:00 hrs Exhibits setup (continues) 08:00 17:00 hrs Exhibition opening hours Tuesday, November 10, 2009 08:00 17:00 hrs Exhibition opening hours 17:00 Exhibition dismantle Night Security: General night security at the exhibition area will be provided by the organizers outside exhibition opening hours, from Sunday evening, November 8 after setup, until Tuesday morning, May 10. Special Bonus for Exhibitors: Exhibitors are entitled to distribute advertising material to the Conference participants free of charge 1 item of up to two pages. Coordination of advance material distribution is the sole responsibility of the exhibitors. Catalogue Registration: All exhibitors will be listed in the official catalogue of the conference free of charge which will be distributed to the conference participants. Registration: Interested parties are requested to complete and return the enclosed exhibition & catalogue registration form. Participation in the exhibition is subject to approval by the Exhibition Committee. Notification will be sent within two weeks from the time of registration. The committee's decision will be based on the exhibitor's suitability and relevance to the Conference goals. Important Notes! The allotment of exhibition space will be by order of receipt of the exhibition registration form, and in coordination with the exhibitor. The exhibition map will be sent to the exhibitors after receipt of the completed exhibition registration form. Terms and Conditions of Participation: See appendix 1 and enclosed registration form, which are an integral part of this document.
B. EXHIBITORS CATALOGUE The Only Official Catalogue of the Conference YOUR COMPANY IS KINDLY INVITED TO ADVERTISE ACCORDING TO ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS: Advertisement placing Exhibitors rate Regular rate Back cover $ 1500 $ 1900 Inside cover (front or back) $ 1000 $ 1250 Inside page $ 750 $ 950 Link to your official website from the conference website (Supporting Vendors) $ 500 no The preparation of the advertisement is the responsibility of the advertiser. Special Package! Standard booth as specified in paragraph 1 above, inside page advert in the catalogue and a link from the conference website see at Exhibition Registration Information Israeli companies should add 16.5% VAT on the above rates as required by law. Instructions for preparing your advertising materials for publication: Format: *.pdf file, press quality Size: A4, either: 1) 29.7 x 21 cm + 3 mm bleed from all sides Send to: 2) 27.7 x 19 cm without bleed, without crop marks sagiti@ortra.com or rina@ortra.com Please complete the enclosed form, and send to the conference secretariat: + 972 (0)3 638 44 55. Advertising in the Book of Abstracts is also available. For further information please contact the conference secretariat.
Terms of Payment: (Exhibition and Catalogue Advertisement) 50% of the fees must be paid as a deposit, no later than 21 days from date on the invoice. Remaining 50% to be paid by October 27th, 2009. Payment should be made to ORTRA Ltd. Cancellation: Exhibition Registration: Refund of exhibition registration fees will be made if written notification of cancellation is received at Ortra Ltd. as follows: Before June 15, 2009 exhibitor will be charged $400 as handling fee. Between June 16 to October 4, 2009 a refund of 50% of the fees From October 5, 2009 a refund of 50% of the fees will be made, on condition that the space will be re-rented to another exhibitor of the Conference. Otherwise full cancellation fees will apply. Catalogue Advertisement: Refund of advertisement fees will be made if written notification of cancellation is received at Ortra Ltd. as follows: Before June 15, 2009 exhibitor will be charged $150 as handling fee Between June 16 to October 4, 2009 a refund of 80% of the fees Between October 5-14, 2009 a refund of 50% of the fees After October 15, 2009 no refund will be made. Otherwise full cancellation fees will apply. ENCLOSED: Exhibition & Catalogue registration form EXHIBITION ORGANIZER: ORTRA Ltd. 1 Nirim St., P.O. Box 9352 Tel-Aviv 61092, Israel Tel: +972-3-6384444, Fax: +972-3-6384455 E-mail: comcas@ortra.com; Website: www.comcas.org
APPENDIX 1 Exhibition Terms and Conditions: 1. Transportation of exhibits to and from the exhibition and arrangements in the booths/exhibition space are the sole responsibility of the exhibitor and on his account. The exhibitor will not obstruct aisles, approaches to the exhibition area and in no way cause inconvenience to other exhibitors. 2. All exhibits must be inside the booths/exhibition area an hour before the opening of the exhibition. Exhibits must not be removed during opening hours. 3. All arrangements by the exhibitor and installation of demonstration equipment must comply with safety regulations. 4. The organizers reserve the right to alter the layout of the exhibition, postpone or cancel it, or move the exhibition to a different location. 5. The organizers are obliged to ensure the orderly operation of the exhibition by all means at their disposal. 6. Exhibitors may not take their exhibits to booths/areas outside the booths/areas allocated to them, without prior permission of the organizers. 7. Exhibitors reserving non-constructed floor space must submit a plan of their booth/space to the organizers for approval no later than 30 days before opening. 8. The organizers, while providing general security, are not responsible for theft or damage to the exhibitors property. 9. Exhibitors must insure themselves and their property against theft, damage and third-party claims by visitors and staff. 10. The organizers are responsible for general maintenance, excluding maintenance of booths/exhibition areas. 11. Exhibitors will refrain from making noise or causing odors, which may inconvenience other exhibitors.
EXHIBITION & CATALOGUE REGISTRATION FORM Please complete in clear letters and return to: ORTRA Ltd. P.O. Box 9352, Tel Aviv 61092 ISRAEL, Fax: 972 3 638 44 55 E-mail: comcas@ortra.com; Website: www.comcas.org Company Name... General Manager... Address... Country... City... Zip code... Contact Person... Function... Telephone... Fax... Mobile... E-mail... We wish to order the following (VAT should be added to the rates below): units of standard Exhibition Unit(s) at the price of: Early Registration Late Registration Paid by September 9, 2009 Paid from September 10, 2009 Exhibition only Advertising Exhibition only Advertising Package ** Package ** Exhibitor $2200 $2650 $2400 $2850 Returning Exhibitors* $1750 $2200 $1900 $2350 * Special rates for returning exhibitors who participated in COMCAS 2008 ** Special Package! Standard booth, inside-page advert in the Catalogue and a link from the conference website. Constructed booth sized: m m= m 2 $50 per m 2 + the above registration rate. We are interested in inclusion material in the Conference kit. The delivery of the material must be coordinated with the Conference secretariat. We wish to order an advertisement according to the following details: Advertisement placing Exhibitors rate Regular rate Back cover $ 1500 $ 1900 Inside cover front back $ 1000 $ 1250 Inside page $ 750 $ 950 Link to your official website from the conference website (Supporting Vendors) $ 500 Remarks:... Payment: Enclosed is cheque... made out to ORTRA Ltd., for the amount of US$... Please charge my credit card: VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS DINERS Card :... Expiry date... 3 Digits at the Back of the card... Amount US$... Name of cardholder... Signature and Company Stamp... Date... (To be completed by ORTRA Ltd.) We confirm your registration for: Constructed Booth/Standard Exhibition space No. Size m 2 Attached please find invoice No. For the amount of Signature: Date no
CATALOGUE INFORMATION FORM Please complete in CLEAR CAPITALS & return to: ORTRA Ltd., Fax: 972 3 638 44 55 Email: comcas@ortra.com Company Details In English Name of Company Name of General Manager Name of Marketing Manager Contact Person (If different from above) Title of Contact Person Organizations of which the Company is a Member Products & Services Offered (Up to 5 lines) Address City & Postal Zone (zip) Country Telephone(s) Fax E-mail