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NAOHSM’s Rhode Island Chapter prepares for 57th Annual Convention
Providence, R.I. — The Rhode Island Chapter of NAOHSM (the National Association of Oilheating Service Managers) is excited to showcase Providence, RI as the site of the organization's 57th Annual Convention and Trade Show from May 23-27, 2010. They are preparing for a number of exciting events. Dave Nelsen Scholarship Tournament - This annual fundraiser and golf tournament will take place on Monday, May 24 and Tuesday, May 25 at the Triggs Memorial Golf Course in Providence, RI (Callaway Scoring). George Fantacone of Santoro Oil in Providence is spearheading this important tournament. The proceeds from this event benefit the Dave Nelsen Scholarship for students planning to further their education in the oilheat industry. NAOHSM will present these scholarships at their Awards Banquet on Tuesday night. "This is the only fundraising event that directly benefits our scholarship fund," says Judy Garber, Executive Administrator of NAOHSM. "With interest rates having been low for a couple of years, we’ve had to tap into our scholarship reserve account to continue awarding the scholarships. Instead of reducing the number of awards this year, we would like to focus on this major fundraiser." NAOHSM invites golfers to come out to the course and support the future of the industry with a day of friendly competition.
Care to Ride - Walkers and riders (motorcycle and bicycle) are invited to come out on May 24 in support of Oil Heat Cares (www.oilheatcares.com). Rhode Island Chapter member Kevin Bowman of Bell Simons Co. will be organizing the motorcycle division of the Care to Ride event. He promises those participating in this event a wonderful ride.
Dan Holohan's Greening Steam Seminar - NAOHSM has also thought about those caught up in rush hour traffic. At the close of the show, 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, attendees are invited to stay behind and catch Dan Holohan's Greening Steam seminar. The first 50 people to register will receive a free copy of his latest book, Greening Steam: How to Bring 19th-Century Heating Systems into the 21st Century (and save lots of green!).
"Ladies Only" Event - The ladies of the industry (manufacturers, those that work for oil, HVAC and plumbing companies) are invited to join NAOHSM for a special “Ladies Only” event, featuring a special presentation by Chef Terranova. NAOHSM will also be collecting gently used shoes and cash contributions to be donated to a local charity serving the children/women in Providence.
For a complete schedule of events, visit the website www.naohsm.org.
MCAA introduces BIM TECHNOLOGY Course
Rockville, Md. — The Mechanical Contractors Association of America, Inc. (MCAA) is pleased to announce a new course, BIM TECHNOLOGY for Mechanical Contractors. The two-day course will be held Monday, October 11 – Tuesday, October 12, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. The association will also reprise its popular BIM for Mechanical Contractors introductory-level course on Monday, May 17, 2010 in Baltimore.
BIM TECHNOLOGY for Mechanical Contractors will present a logical, solid process for selecting BIM tools. It will explore significant applications and categories of tools across project phases and the positive effect BIM processes provide for quantity take off, shop drawing and fabrication, and construction scheduling. This course will also explore the positive impact models have on estimating, scheduling, and coordinating.
Also, MCAA has released a new Green Associate Training Module, the country's only DVD-based LEED Green Associate test prep program. The module prepares MCAA contractors and their staffs for the newly developed LEED Green Associate professional credential, designed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), for sales professionals, estimators, contractor owners and manufacturers. For project managers and those wishing to take their education a step further by earning a LEED Accredited Professional Building Design+Construction (LEED AP BD+C and LEED AP O+M) designation, the new credential also acts as the mandatory first step in the process.For more information, www.mcaa.org.
Delmar and DEWALT® release Code Reference for HVAC professionals
Clifton Park, N.Y. — Delmar, part of Cengage Learning and a leading provider of learning solutions for ongoing career development and education, today announced the release of the DEWALT® HVAC Code Reference: Based on the International Mechanical Code. Employing the codes established by the International Code Council (ICC), this book helps HVAC professionals understand and comply with complicated code requirements.
Based on the ICC’s 2009 International Mechanical Code®, the DEWALT® HVAC Code Reference provides readers with the knowledge and information needed to successfully install, remove, repair or modify HVAC equipment. With 80 pages of detailed code information, the book covers everything from materials and duct construction to air-conditioning, combustion, water heaters, fireplace ventilation, electrical connections and more. There are full-color, three-dimensional illustrations throughout the book detailing components of code requirements and violations. These illustrations help readers visualize and apply key concepts, which is important for anyone working on HVAC equipment.
In addition to the DEWALT® HVAC Code Reference: Based on the International Mechanical Code, other books offered in the series include: the DEWALT® Building Code Reference: Based on the International Residential Code, the DEWALT® Electrical Code Reference: Based on the National Electrical Code, and the DEWALT® Plumbing Code Reference: Based on the International Plumbing Code and the International Residential Code. All of the books in the series are made with a flexible, tear-resistant and water/oil resistant material that is held together with a heavy-duty binding. Produced in a compact 5”x8” size, the books fit in most tool boxes, allowing construction professionals to easily use the reference guides on the job.
For more information or to purchase the DEWALT® HVAC Code Reference: Based on the International Mechanical Code, or any other book in the Code Reference Series, please visit www.dewalt.cengage.com.
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