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The
SPECnews KNOWLEDGE FOR CREATING AND SUSTAINING THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
September 2012
Newsletter Of The
Greater Orlando Chapter
Construction Specifications Institute
Publisher: Greater Orlando CSI Chapter Editor: Tom Montero, FCSI Member Emeritus, CDT
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Enhancing Performance of Concrete Surfaces Through the Use of Chemical Densifiers
Presented by
Al Feucht & Jim Hardia, Ashford aatt tthhee
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MMoonnddaayy,, OOccttoobbeerr 11,, 22001122 Networking: 11:30 Lunch: 11:45 Program: 12:00 NOON
Credits: AIA (HSW/SD) 1 LU
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A big THANK YOU to David Eustace (filling in for Kathy) & MAQUET/GETINGE GROUP for the
presentation, Hybrid (Surgical) Suiye Planning and Design on September 10th. Their support as a Gold Sponsor is appreciated. The presentation was VERY well received.
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PPrreessiiddeenntt Linda Zimmerman, CSI, CDT, LEED GA
Independent Consultant [email protected]
PPrreessiiddeenntt EElleecctt Randy Moore, CSI The Sherwin-Williams Company [email protected]
VViiccee PPrreessiiddeenntt Warren Doucette, CSI, CDT
Stego Industries, LLC [email protected]
SSeeccrreettaarryy Harry Peck, CSI, CCS Specifications Consultant [email protected]
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Phil Zanghi, CSI, CDT
Grace Construction Products [email protected]
DDiirreeccttoorr Nelsy Layba, CSI-EP, LEED-AP
Dixie Plywood [email protected]
IImmmmeeddiiaattee PPaasstt PPrreessiiddeenntt Jim Carten, CSI, CDT, AIA
Michael Brady, Inc [email protected]
CCoommmmiitttteeee CChhaaiirrss AAwwaarrddss –– W Boehm BByyllaawwss//PPuubblliiccaattiioonnss –– T Montero CCeerrttiiffiiccaattiioonn//EEdduuccaattiioonn –– J Flayer EElleecc CCoommmmuunniiccaattiioonn –– H Peck
FFaaccuullttyy AAddvviissoorr –– J Flayer
HHiissttoorriiaann –– N Layba
MMaarrkkeettiinngg –– P Nutcher
MMeemmbbeerrsshhiipp –– P Corrad
NNoommiinnaattiioonnss –– J Carten PPllaannnniinngg –– R Moore
PPrroodduuccttss SShhooww –– J Carten
PPrrooggrraammss//HHoouussee –– W Doucette
TTeecchhnniiccaall –– R Kempster
Registering for the Seminar
A really good turnout
Everyone is paying close attention to David’s presentation
Some were taking notes on their computer
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No message this month. The President has been having some time issues while busy preparing for CONSTRUCT in Phoenix and her obligations to the Institute Membership Committee.
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FY-13 CHAPTER INFORMATION, http://new.csinet.org/csi_services/chapterinfo.aspx?chapcode=078
“If your contribution has been vital there will always be somebody to pick up where you left off, and that will
be your claim to immortality." --Walter Gropius, German architect
EDITORIAL WHAT HAPPENED TO THE ARCHITECT? – Sheldon Wolfe, FCSI, CCS, CCCA, writes: “Today, no one expects a single person to know all about construction, but a semblance of a master builder can be found in the collective knowledge of an architectural firm and its consultants. However, because of the lasting impact of the design-bid-build process, there remains a schism between the design and construction activities of architecture. Which, of course, means that an architect, in the original meaning of the word, no longer exists, or at least is rare?” Read this blog
ASK THE EXPERT – "How does the current USGBC’s approval by only allowing FSC in their LEED program effect meeting any of the certifications (i.e. bronze, silver, etc.)?"
EXPERT’S ANSWER: USGBC only allowing FSC certified materials and products to assist with their Certified Wood credit leaves many wood based materials unable to qualify for LEED points. These materials are sourced from forests certified under other sustainable forest certification programs, such as Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) and the American Tree Farm System (ATFS), and are readily available with proven performance qualities. The Certified Wood credit is voluntary within the LEED Building Guidelines, worth 1 point toward certification. This means all LEED certification levels can be achieved without meeting the credit requirements, as 100 points are available and achieving 40-80 points will qualify a building for certification under the LEED for New Construction guidelines. While certification can be achieved without the Certified Wood credit, in recent years USGBC has been criticized for not including other sustainable forest certification programs from government officials and wood industry organizations. This has led LEED to lose favor in some jurisdictions. Most recently, Georgia no longer requires state-funded projects to meet LEED standards in favor of other green building programs that accept SFI, ATFS, and FSC certifications equally. Johnathan Vaughan, Territory Sales Manager- GA, FL & Caribbean, VT Industries Inc-Architectural Wood Doors
BOARD meeting THE BOARD MET on September 10th. A draft of the meeting minutes is posted on the Chapter website at http://greaterorlando.csinet.org/Stay-Informed/Chapter-Board-Minutes
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CERTIFICATION update CSI is the construction community’s authority on communication and construction documentation.
CCS STUDY GUIDE – CSI offers a FREE Study guide to help you prepare for the Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) exam. Learn about the structure, study materials, learning objective and overview of the exam. Download the study guide (PDF). Reprint from CSI NewsBrief
NEW! CDT 2012 STUDY WORKBOOK – The CDT Study Workbook is a guide to help candidates prepare for the CDT Exam. The workbook provides an in-depth understanding of the fundamentals and formats of construction documents, and comprises exercises, examples, and practice questions that address the development of facilities and the ins-and-outs of the process, with an emphasis on the CDT Subject Matter Area specifications. Members: $19.99; Non-Members: $24.99 Learn more. Reprint from CSI NewsBrief
EDUCATION update "Education is the key to unlock the golden door of freedom."- George Washington Carver
ACCELERATORS AND RETARDERS FOR PORTLAND CEMENT-BASED PLASTERS G. Michael Starks CGC, CDT, CCPR, LEED AP, Specifications Representative Admixtures for the acceleration or retardation of stucco set and curing times should only be used after laboratory testing under conditions that closely approximate the jobsite conditions for the time and location of the project. In general, it is not a good practice to modify the cement for convenience or without a specific need. However, there are times and conditions that may require some sort of modification. Accelerators: The winter months, in particular, can create a need for the acceleration of the initial set time of the plaster. Accelerators can shorten the period between rodding and floating or finish texturing. The most common accelerator used in concrete construction is Calcium chloride. It has the added benefit of increasing the rate of strength development. Unfortunately, Calcium chloride increases the rate of degradation of even galvanized steel reinforcement such as lath, joints and beads. If necessary to shorten the initial set period, try adding some Type 111 Portland Cement to your mix as outlined in Table 3 of ASTM C 926. Type 111 Portland is specifically ground to achieve high-early strengths. It is used primarily for pre- cast products to enable the producer to remove his forms as soon as possible. This characteristic can work to your advantage in situations that may arise that would require acceleration. As you can see from the table, you may use 1 part (by volume) of Plastic Cement (Titan Stucco Cement meets this classification) and 1 part of Portland Cement with the appropriate volume of sand for the 1st coat (2¼-4 parts) and 2nd coat (3-5 parts) to achieve an approved stucco mortar. Mix times remain 3-5 minutes after the addition of the last ingredients. You may not accelerate finish coat plasters. While the Standard does not prohibit the addition of Portland Cement to either Type S or M Masonry Cements, it does specifically state that it is not required. Another way to accelerate your mix is to heat the water and/or sand. We’ve all seen the result of using hot water from a black hose in August in Florida. Even warm water will increase to rate of the rise of the heat of hydration, the chemical process that causes cement to harden. You must have control of the water temperature and you should always run a test batch before plaster application. Retarders: Retarders for plaster should be avoided. While they slow the hydration process, they do not insure the retention of the mix water. Therefore, you may slow down your initial set but still wind up with an only partially hydrated mix that result in low strengths or even dusting. Retarders cannot alter weather conditions such as high temperature, wind or low humidity, all of which greatly affect plaster performance.
SPECKS? – John O’Neil, CSI, CCS, CCCA, writes: “In architecture, engineering, and construction, ‘spec’ is a slangy, informal word that is completely understandable in spoken language, but sometimes muddles meaning when used into business writing. In a construction project context such as a meeting or a phone call, it’s easily understood when you say ‘I’ll spec a coiling steel door,’ or ‘Include an allowance for face brick in the spec.’ In the first case, it’s clear that spec means specify. In the second case, it’s clear that spec means specifications. But things get clumsy when you try to use ‘spec,’ and variations of it, in writing.” Read this blog.
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TECHNOLOGY on a roll PRIVATELY FUNDED PASSENGER RAIL COMING TO FLORIDA (CTRL+click to follow link) – Real estate company Florida East Coast Industries picks up where Gov. Rick Scott left off by moving forward with a $1 billion passenger-rail line between Miami and Orlando—without government funding. Reprint from ARCHITECT NEWSWIRE
GOING DIGITAL EDGES OUT NEED FOR PAPER BLUEPRINTS AT WORK SITES (CTRL+click to follow link) – Workers renovating the Dallas-Forth Worth International Airport no longer carry bulky blueprints under their arms -- technology has taken care of that. Construction teams at the $2.3 billion project have gone digital, saving more than $1 million on paper and printing costs. "It’s their toolset, no different than that hammer, that phone," said contractor Jeff Pistor about the iPad. "When they go out, that goes with them." KTVT-TV (Dallas-Fort Worth) (8/13) Reprint from CSI NewsBrief
OFFICE practice “Design is not just what it looks like and feels like, design is how it works.” - Steve Jobs
FLORIDA BUILDING CODE COMMENT PERIOD – The 45 day comment period for proposed changes to the Florida Building Code is open now. The deadline for making comments is September 23, 2012. Click HERE to review the proposed code changes or to submit a comment. AIA Florida leadership has expressed concern that the 45 day time period is not adequate for the review of 966 proposed amendments coupled with reported technical glitches that prevent access to the full document. AIA Florida will be advocating for an extended comment period. Reprinted from AIAFlorida Newsletter 08/17/2012
APPS INCREASE TABLET COMPUTERS' USABILITY IN CONSTRUCTION (CTRL+click to follow link) – The iPad can be used in construction with applications that aim to help streamline building work, according to this article. One example is Bluebeam Software's Revu app, which allows construction teams to share documents, information and feedback through PDF files. Constructech Reprinted from ConstructionPro Network
HARRY PECK, CSI, CCS, is an experienced specification writer seeking employment. Follow this link for his Linkedin profile - http://www.linkedin.com/pub/harry-peck/27/a2/3a9 or by email at [email protected]
How about adding an ARCHITECTURAL PRODUCTS REPRESENTATIVE that is highly experienced with extensive contacts to the Design and Construction Community, regionally and nationally, to your team? If so, don't miss out on contacting Anne Roeper, CSI, CCPR through http://www.linkedin.com/pub/anne-roeper-ccpr/11/185/707 or email her at [email protected] to schedule an interview.
WANT A TEAM PLAYER to achieve your Owner’s expectations, consider an Architect licensed in Florida and Missouri, with over 30 years experience who possesses a strong understanding of all aspects of the Architectural practice. A healthcare specialist, versed in building types, products and systems, codes and standards; is mindful of the project and office budgets, keeping the team aware of the project goals. Continually reviews the consultants’ documents to assure coordination with each other, the architectural intent and clearly illustrate the project’s scope of work. Review the extensive resume at
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http://www.aiaorlando.com/v2/documents/GregStock-resume.pdf and then contact Greg Stock, AIA, CDT, LEED BD+C at [email protected] who will be available for a personal interview.
BRAND recognition –
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Southeast Region, by having brand recognition in the Chapter newsletter, the SSPPEECCnneewwss,, with a Full-Page at $160/month, a Half-Page ad at $80/month, or Business Card presentation $20/month or $150/year; $125 for Members. Discount for GO CSI Chapter Members. Send your card to [email protected] and Register https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e67top98d609c895&oseq
UPCOMING events –
SAVE THIS DATE:
JANUARY 16, 2013 - Wednesday
3rd Annual Greater Orlando CSI Education and Product Expo Location: BOLO for New Venue
Cost: Early Exhibitor Registration - $450 for CSI Members, $550 for non-members Contact: Jim Carten, CSI, AIA at [email protected]
For our traveling Members The Jacksonville CSI Chapter meets the 3rd Monday, 11:30-1:00 pm at Courtyard Marriott, 610
Wells Road, Orange Park, FL 32073. Contact: Frank Bozzarelli, CTR NAVFAC SE at 904-542-0333 or [email protected]
The Suncoast CSI Chapter (Sarasota) meets the first Tuesday, 5:30 – 8:00 PM at Sahib Temple, Beneva Road, Sarasota. Contact Tammy Overgaard at 941-228-4800 or [email protected].
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The Tampa Bay CSI Chapter meets the 3rd Monday, 11:30AM at the Brio Tuscan Grille at the Westshore Shopping Center. Contact Bob Bertig at [email protected]
SSPPOONNSSOORR aa mmeeeettiinngg – Continuous logo in the newsletter, logo in the Meeting Announcement, and logo and recognition on the “Welcome” slide at the meeting. An additional amenity for our Platinum & Gold Sponsors is the option of a tabletop presentation of your products/services and a 3 to 5 minute verbal presentation of your product/service to the Membership – Platinum, $500; Gold, $300; Silver, $200; Bronze, $100. Contact Jim, [email protected] or Warren, [email protected] for the particulars.
December Meeting is the HHoolliiddaayy FFuunnccttiioonn and the June Meeting is the AAnnnnuuaall RReeccooggnniittiioonn && IInnssttaallllaattiioonn
GGaallaa held at the Incoming President’s restaurant of choice.
NOVEMBER 5, 2012 – MONDAY
Lunch Seminar / Membership Meeting
Topic: Architectural Applications of Flood Barrier Systems Speaker: Denny Dudash, Savanna Trims, Inc. Location: HHoommee BBuuiillddeerrss AAssssoocciiaattiioonn BBuuiillddiinngg Networking: 11:30 AM Lunch: 11:45 AM Program: 12:00 NOON Cost: $10.00 for G O Chapter members $15.00 for non-members RSVP: ConstantContact Credit: 1 AIA/CES LU/HSW/SD Hour Board Meeting: Immediately Following
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DECEMBER 6, 2012 – THURSDAY
Holiday Party
Topic: Fun, Frolic, Camaraderie, and All Around Good Time Location: El Señor Tequila (Mariachi night) Time and Cost: TBD
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MEMBER bulletins – “Thinking is the hardest work there is, which is probably the reason why so few engage in it.” - Henry Ford
WHY A “NON-SPECIFIER” AS A CSI MEMBER? – Employers benefit from employee membership by: • Gaining exposure to new business opportunities before they even hit the market, • Increase your company’s visibility among potential clients and partners, • Utilize the knowledge your employees gain to get an edge on the competition, • Leadership training produces leaders to bring your company to the next level, • Opportunity to tap a network of professional contacts to turn to when you need help or information on a project or product, • Opportunity to be up-to-date on the latest trends in building and design, • Increase technical knowledge, • Certification programs are the criteria for demonstrating mastery of the construction language, • Chance to earn CEU and LU credits through professional development programs, and • Development of leadership skills – organization, management, communication, budgeting, public speaking.
JOE MORALES, CSI, (former Chapter President 2002-03), EARNS RRO DESIGNATION – Joseph P. Morales, CSI with RM&A LLC in Henderson, NV has earned the title REGISTERED ROOF OBSERVER (RRO®) from RCI, Inc. Morales qualified for this designation by meeting the requirements of a two-part program based on an application process and the successful completion of a challenging examination. Morales now joins an elite group of over 1000 Registered Roof Observers in the U.S. and Canada. The RRO registration is administered by RCI from its international headquarters in Raleigh, NC and is rapidly gaining recognition throughout North America as a key element preferred by building owners, public and private, when retaining the services of a roof quality assurance observer. RCI was founded in 1983 as a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization and its professional members offer unbiased design, repair planning, quality assurance, legal testimony and general roofing, waterproofing, and building envelope services. RCl's roof observers adhere to a strict code of ethics that offers unprejudiced professional services without affiliation with any product or manufacturer
PAUL NUTCHER, CSI, CDT, LEED GA, and former Chapter President, has been invited to speak about the LEED v.4 Green Building Rating System at the NGA Glazing Executives Forum on Sept. 13 during the Glass Build America 2012 Convention, which will be held Sept. 12 - 14 in Las Vegas. The presentation will cover the impact of LEED v.4 on glass product manufacturers, architects, contractors, and glazers. For more details on his presentation, visit: https://www.glass.org/education-training-gef-schedule.html.
new members – welcome, to the most dynamic CSI Chapter in the Southeast Region
Barbara Sample, CSI, joined both the G O and Jacksonville Chapters in July and is currently
the Northern Florida Sales Representative for The Euclid Chemical Company, of which she “just
celebrated my 15th
year with them on September 2nd
.” She joined both chapters because they
encompass her territory and is currently studying for “my CDT exam, which will assist me in my
current position and give me a chance to meet local A/Es and consultants.”
Barb recently relocated from the east side of Cleveland, OH to the St Augustine area on March
26th of this year. She said she could have lived anywhere in central or northern Florida but “chose St Augustine
as I had friends from Ohio move here 7 years ago.” She actually lives in Vilano Beach, which is centrally
located for her territory with her cat ‘Chase’. There are two children in Ohio, “26 year old daughter who is
married with two wonderful children, my grandsons Espen, 3 and Colt 1, and a 23 year old son who an EMT
and an Air Force Reservist.”
While in Ohio, when she wasn’t working, she boated on the waters of Lake Erie in her a 41’ Apache go-fast
boat. She still does boating here in Florida “but on fishing boats and not as fast as I’m use to.” Golf was also a
past time and she said she ”will be picking that sport back up as I have a new set of golf clubs that cannot wait
to be used.” Perhaps she and Donna Moore will get together some Saturday when Randy is off fishing. She
seems to be enjoying the Florida weather and is looking forward to no longer being associated with the snow.
Barb went on to say, “I will support CSI in many ways in committee participation, programs suggestions, etc.
I look forward to meeting several new colleagues and getting to know the Florida market as I do.”
renewed members – thanks for continuing your commitment to CSI and the G O Chapter
Warren Doucette Randy Moore Leah Matern Richard Koon
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Congratulations – SSeepptteemmbbeerr AAnnnniivveerrssaarriieess
John Cassidy (16 yrs) Lee Cocoran (21 yrs) Gerry Deni (28 yrs) Theo Fery (31 yrs) Richard Koon (2 yrs) Greg Stock (30 yrs)
don’t forget to renew – we’d hate to loose you
John Cassidy Lee Cocoran Ed Elias-Narvaez Jim Flayler David Kus Greg Stock
membership dropped by Institute – there’s still time to renew
Murphy Fugal Robert Stricklin
NEWS from allied organizations
http://www.aiaorlando.com/
OCTOBER , 2012 – TUESDAY
Brown Bag (bring your lunch) - CRANAIA
Topic: Owner-Architect Agreements for a Residential Project Speakers: Committee Members Location: CFBE, 340 N Wymore Rd, Winter Park Time: 11:45AM RSVP: September 7th to Mary Alice Tucker at [email protected]
SEPTEMBER 25, 2012 – TUESDAY
Topic: Place for Primary Care: What does the Future Hold? Speakers: Dennis Buhring, CEO of Physician Associates & Dr. Scott Brady MD, Founder & Director of the Brady Institute for Health, FL Hospital Location Citrus Club, BB&T Bld, 255 S Orange Ave, Suite 1800 Registration/Networking: 7:30 -8:00 am Program: 8:00 - 9:00 am Cost: Members: $35/Non-Members:$50 *ALL REGISTRATIONS $60 AFTER 9/21 Registration: www.smpscentralflorida.org
OCTOBER 4, 2012 – THURSDAY
Design Party Topic: Art by Architects - Must be AIAOrlando Member or Associated w/ a Member Firm Provider: AIAOrlando Chapter Location: Orange County History Center Submission Deadline: September 7th Time: 6:00PM –8:00PM
Entry Fee: Students $20; Members $30; Non-Members $40 Food, Beverages & Entertainment
Admission to networking event: Advanced $20; at Door $25 Submit: Art by Architects Call for Entries
USGBC CENTRAL FLORIDA CHAPTER
http://www.usgbc-cf.org/
SEPTEMBER 18, 2012 – TUESDAY
Topic: Green Building Products & LEED 2012 Time: 5:30 to 7:00 PM (ET) Details Forthcoming
SEPTEMBER 20, 2012 – THURSDAY
Topic: Green Legislation That Impacts Sustainability Facilitator: Lee Constantine, Former FL State Senator w/ FL Representative Scott Plakon, U S Senator Bill Nelson, and City of Orlando Commissioner Stuart Time: 5:30 PM(ET) Location: Offices of Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor, and Reed, PA Must register HERE for event
SEPTEMBER 25, 2012 – TUESDAY
On-Line Webinar – Requires Attendance
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Topic: Raising the Bar in the HealthCare Sector Location: Workscapes, 1173 N Orange Ave Time: 5:00 to 7:00 PM(ET) Credit: 1.5 CEUs for HOMES Register today -- Members $15 | Non-Members $20 | Students $10 (refreshments will be served)
OCTOBER 9, 2012 – TUESDAY
On-Line Webinar – Requires Attendance
Topic: What Your Green Rater Wants You to Know Location: Workscapes, 1173 N Orange Ave Time: 5:00 to 7:00 PM(ET) Credit: 1.5 CEUs BD+C Register today -- Members $15 | Non-Members $20 | Students $10 (refreshments will be served)
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[email protected] The Institute held an intense three day Leadership Training for the incoming Region Presidents and Region Membership Chairs at the June Board Meeting in Denver. The theme of the long weekend was “I will.” The focus was on what CAN I DO to make CSI better. Each participant was required to come up with four “I will” statements. One for each of the four Value Statements in CSI’s Strategic Plan - Membership, Standards and Formats (Technical), Education, and Practice Tools. Emphasis is on Membership Recruitment as a primary goal of every Chapter. An equal goal is Membership Retention. As Chapters, you need to keep the Members you recruit, plus, you need to keep your long standing Members; keep them active. Membership Value will be a theme this year.
The Institute has dissolved the Community Development Committee, but the goals of that Committee was picked up by a new Staff Department at Institute. The main goal is to facilitate communication from Institute to Region, Region to Chapter, Chapter to Region, and Region to Institute.
Joseph J. Anetrella, CSI, CCS, AIA, LEED AP-BD+C, SE Region Institute Director
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http://southeast.csinet.org/
“I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.” Michael Jordan
FY 2013 board The Roster for Board & Committee Chairs, http://new.csinet.org/csi_services/reginfo.aspx?regcode=se
UPCOMING events – DISTRICT 3 VP NOMINATIONS – It’s time for District 3, Jacksonville and Greater Orlando Chapters, to offer candidates for the Region’s position of Vice President. Anyone interested in the position, please contact Jim Carten, CSI at [email protected], as he is District 3’s Nominating Committee member. The term is for 2 years and if you are interested, the Region needs to know by September 26th. The Region Nominating Committee will contact the candidate to discuss responsibilities.
REGION CONFERENCE – The Raleigh-Durham Chapter will host the Conference. The tentative date is April 19, 20, & 21. Confirmation is anticipated to be provided at the Region Caucus in Phoenix which was held September 13th, 6:00pm – 6:45pm / Room S166 at the Phoenix Convention Center, South Building.
FLORIDA SW 3rd ANNUAL WALK-THROUGH GOLF OUTING – Confirm your tournament entry before Sep. 26, 2012 via e-mail [email protected] or mail a check payable to "CSI Florida Southwest" to 5851 Country Lakes Drive, Ft. Myers, FL, 33905 C/O Travis Merrick Noon Registration - 1:00PM Shotgun Start, 4 person Scramble, Long Drive Contest. Prizes for Low Net and Low Gross Closest to Pin Contest. Dinner after
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Golf and a 50/50 Drawing. If you have any questions about the event or how to register, telephone (239) 357-5154. Click on the link below to register or RSVP.
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?llr=h6x5tmeab&oeidk=a07e6c4h7i4d86a60f4&oseq=a018tgzr1w8y7
OCTOBER 15, 2012 – MONDAY
Day of Continuing Education
Topic: Advanced Florida Building Code Courses – Interior Environment (8AM), Advanced Accessibility
(10:15AM), Energy Code Update (1:30PM), Ethics in Construction (3:30PM) Speaker: Doug Harvey, Executive Director, Building Officials Association of Florida Time: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Location: Marriott Courtyard Hotel, 610 Wells Road, Orange Park, Florida Registration: CSI Jacksonville, c/o Lee Palmer, 1257 Lake Parke Dr., Jacksonville, Florida 32259 Fee: CSI Members: $40/course; Non-Members: $80/course; 2 courses, $150; 3 courses, $180. All 4 courses w/ breakfast & lunch $240.00; All 4 courses, no meals, $210. Breakfast buffet $12, Lunch $18. Contact: Frank Bozzarelli, CSI, Chapter Secretary, 904-542-0333 or [email protected] for additional information.
BULLETINS – RELATING ASCE/SEI 7-10 DESIGN WIND LOADS TO FENESTRATION PRODUCT RATINGS – The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) have published the 2010 edition of ASCE/SEI 7, Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures. This updated standard is approved for reference in the 2012 International Codes and in the 2010 Florida Building Code, replacing the text taken from the previous edition, ASCE/SEI 7‐05.
This bulletin is intended to inform building specifiers and other interested users: 1. That the 2010 version of ASCE/SEI 7 cannot be intermixed with earlier versions, 2. That exterior fenestration products (windows, doors and skylights) do not need to be tested differently as a result of the new 2010 version of ASCE/SEI 7, and 3. How the design loads from the new 2010 edition of ASCE/SEI 7 relate to exterior fenestration (windows, doors and skylights) product ratings and performance grades. .
This bulletin is not intended to highlight all the changes from version 2005 to 2010 of ASCE/SEI 7, such as those related changes where opening protection in windborne debris regions is required. Please review ASCE/SEI 7‐10 in its entirety for full details.
Read the entire Bulletin by going to Relating ASCE/SEI 7-10 Design Wind Loads to Fenestration Product Ratings
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PPaauull BBeerrttrraamm,, FFCCSSII,, CCDDTT [email protected]\
WHAT IS HAPPENING ON YOUR PROJECTS! For years, CSI chapters utilize manufacturer’s product CEU programs as the education sessions for meetings. As Director: Environment & Sustainability at Kingspan Insulated Metal Panels, or for any manufacturer’s product consultant, we want to know about the projects the design professionals are working on and the related challenges in the delivery process. Help us understand the design goals and intent including the aesthetics, energy efficiency requirements, environmental & sustainable goals, budget limitations, of your projects – new or retrofit. In addition,
To better understand how your specification master systems are maintained and updated. (This varies from firm to firm.)
Are you using MasterFormat 50 Divisions? How substitutions are reviewed and how “equivalents” are considered.
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Manufacturers are subject matter experts that can help deliver your design intent and in many cases can offer design assistance upfront to avoid later issues.
How to become a resource to your team as opposed to a product manufacturer’s rep. To then understand what happens when the contractor takes over and implements value engineering. Who has the control on all of the phases prior to construction?
It seems Contractors are making more decisions because they are assuming more risk. How does that impact project specification and materials? How is risk assessed on your projects to that end? How are project specifications incorporated with BIM/REVIT produced project models? How are the owner contracts being written regarding all these issues?
o Are owners really aware of the importance of CSI 3 Part specifications as related to risk reduction and liability?
How can manufacturers play a role in addressing these issues as related to assisting the rest of the building team?
Finally, the reality at the construction site regarding sealant specifications and project requirements such as reporting of LEED documentation on things like product VOCs emissions, is not on the installers radar screen. It simply boils down to budget and application. What happens to material selection when the price for material and labor becomes the focus over performance? Why are water tests often done after sealants are already applied when it is too late? The principles of CSI specifications are addressed in the CDT course yet, there is a “Grand Canyon” between these CSI principles and reality. My challenge to you as members of Greater Orlando CSI, is to help the chapter develop programs from you, the design professionals, owners and contractors, on topics that are your heartburn. Then, let the chapter respond with solutions that benefit all members. Perhaps we can all work together to build simple practice tools to make our projects more successful and address specific issues of concern. If any of these issues are near to your heart, then please let Jim Carten, the Chapter Program Committee Chair, know about them. Perhaps more of you can discuss these issues at our monthly meetings. You can also contact me directly – [email protected] What say you?
Paul Bertram, FCSI, CDT, Institute Immediate Past President
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UPCOMING events – SEPTEMBER 21 – FRIDAY
On-Line Webinar: Contract Administration Practice Group
Speakers: Jim Rains, FAIA, CSI and Douglas Freeman, AIA, J.D. Time: 12PM ET Starting a new topic, Jim Rains will lead the group through the process of working with substitutions and address some possible problems that may arise within the project. Learn More: http://new.csinet.org/csi_services/joinpg.aspx
SEPTEMBER 25 – TUESDAY
On-Line Webinar: Getting and Holding Specifications Speaker: Michael D. Chambers, FCSI, CCS Time: 2pm ET Cost: Member: $80.00 Non Member: $100.00 Credit: 1.0 AIA CEHs, 1.0 PDHs Every once in a while, a product manufacturer demonstrates that they understand how designers and architects do their work, and becomes a critical partner in the success of a project. This program discusses basic marketing strategy for product manufacturers, focusing on partnering with design professionals, getting specified, and not spending time fighting substitutions. Learn more, or register now.
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SEPTEMBER 27 – THURSDAY
On-Line Webinar: Guide Specifications—A Marketing Tool for Manufacturers and Sales Reps
Speakers: Michael Chusid, RA, FCSI, CCS & Vivian E. Volz, RA, CSI, CCS Time: 2PM ET Cost: Member: $80.00 Non Member: $100.00 Credit: 1.0 AIA LUs Guide specifications make it easier for architects and engineers to write your product into their projects. A well-written guide spec also helps educate specifiers about your product, so they can write more accurate and better coordinated project manuals. This course will be led by two experienced specifiers with expertise in guide specifications and building product marketing. You will learn how guide specs can help reduce the risks of product liability and substitution abuse. Register and Learn more https://webportal.csinet.org/events/vieweventdetail.aspx?code=8544B7E6-76D6-E111-8819-0019B9E160B2
BULLETINS – CSI’s COMPLIANT DOCUMENT REVIEW PROGRAM – establishes that the product guide specifications bearing the
Compliant Document Review Program logo are presented professionally and formatted in a standard and accepted fashion, lightening the workload for busy designers. Only guide specifications that adhere to the principles set forth in CSI’s published formats, best practices and guidelines obtain this stamp of approval. Our reviewers will determine if your guide specifications are organized and structured correctly, and if they properly apply CSI’s standards and formats. If they do, you’ll be able to add the Compliant Document
Review Program logo to your guide specifications, and show designers that the information you are offering them will save time and effort. The following companies have had documents approved through the program: Kingspan, Sto, Napco, and Southwest Progressive Enterprises. Questions? Email [email protected], and learn more
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