NEW ORLEANS--5 Aug--PRNewswire-AsiaNet/InfoQuest HAI (Home Automation, Inc.), a leading manufacturer of integrated automation and security products since 1985, has announced "Automation Simplified" classes will be taught, for the first time, in three Southeast Asian cities: Singapore, Hong Kong, and Bangkok. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080805/LATU502) The "Automation Simplified" classes are FREE one day trainings designed as a comprehensive beginner course. The course covers such topics as security, lighting, temperature, audio, and video, and includes a segment regarding HAI's connectivity partnership with the Philips Pronto remotes. The classes will be conducted from 9am - 5pm, include lunch, and are eligible for 2 CEDIA CEU credits. Thomas Pickral, Jr, HAI's Director of International Sales will conduct the trainings. Thomas has over 15 years work experience in the home automation field and is a member of many notable professional organizations, including the Consumer Electronic Association (CEA) where he sits on the TechHome Division's Mark of Excellence Awards committee, the Continental Automated Buildings Association (CABA) where he sits on the Connected Home Council, Security Industry Association (SIA), National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA), and CEDIA. The "Automation Simplified" trainings will be held as follows: 9/18, Singapore 9/23, Hong Kong/Kowloon 9/25, Bangkok "This is the first time HAI has offered this very popular class in Asia, one of the fastest growing regions in the world," explains Mr. Pickral. "With our expanding worldwide distribution and our strong partnership with Philips we decided it was time to offer this class in a wider variety of locations starting with Asia." All attendees will receive a special discount coupon that can be applied to their purchase of a beginner product package. To register for the classes or to get more information, please visit HAI's website at http://www.homeauto.com/training . HAI products are available through a worldwide network of Distributors and installing dealers in over 80 countries. For more information regarding HAI products, please visit http://www.homeauto.com. About HAI: HAI (Home Automation, Inc.) is a privately held manufacturer of integrated automation and security products for residential and commercial use based in New Orleans, LA. Incorporated in 1985, HAI has developed a full line of award-winning automation products, including home control systems, programmable communicating thermostats, smart light switches, Whole Home Audio systems, video surveillance equipment, Touchscreen interfaces, and software that allows access and control of an automation system over the Internet. All products are sold through HAI's worldwide network of Distribution Partners and installed by trained dealers in over 80 countries. Please visit http://www.homeauto.com for additional information. SOURCE: HAI (Home Automation, Inc.) CONTACT: Allison Read Director of Marketing of HAI (Home Automation, Inc.) +1-504-736-9810, ext. 229 Allison.read@homeauto.com Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080805/LATU502 AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org PRN Photo Desk, [email protected] Web site: http://www.homeauto.com Image Attachments Links: http://asianetnews.net/ViewImage.asp?ID=103027 --Distributed by AsiaNet ( www.asianetnews.net )--