Call for Gold Circle Award entries
NRCA is seeking nominations for its 2008 Gold Circle Awards program. The program recognizes NRCA members for significant contributions to the roofing industry.
Categories include outstanding workmanship—low-slope; outstanding workmanship—steep-slope; innovative solutions—new construction; innovative solutions—reroofing; service to the community; and service to the industry.
In addition, the Gold Circle Safety Award will be awarded to accident-free projects where public protection challenges demanded creative safety solutions, challenging safety procedures or extensive involvement of multiple trades. The safety award is not a Gold Circle Award nomination category but a special honor awarded by the Gold Circle judges.
Unique roofing-related projects, programs and services completed between June 1, 2005, and May 31, 2007, are eligible for the competition. Entries must be postmarked by Sept. 14. Winners will be honored during NRCA's 121st Annual Convention Feb. 19-23, 2008, in Las Vegas.
For more information or to obtain a Gold Circle Award application, contact Chrystine Hanus, NRCA's executive assistant, at (800) 323-9545, ext. 7522 or chanus@nrca.net, or download an application from www.nrca.net/rp/about/awards/gold/.
NRCA to hold Fall Committee Meetings
NRCA will hold its Fall Committee Meetings/Legislative Conference Oct. 16-19 at the Washington Court Hotel in Washington, D.C. Events during the week will include a reception, ROOFPAC event, White House briefing, The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress meeting and NRCA committee meetings. In addition, a SpecRight Program training session will be held Oct. 16.
The SpecRight Program offers information about energy conservation and environmental protection through quality roof system design, installation, materials and maintenance. Participants will discuss green roofing, recent trends and energy codes and learn how to use NRCA's EnergyWise Roof Calculator Online.
For more information about the fall meetings, contact Bennett Judson, NRCA's associate executive director of meeting services, at (800) 323-9545, ext. 7513 or bjudson@nrca.net. For more information regarding the SpecRight Program training session, contact Janice Davis, NRCA's manager of education and risk management, at (800) 323-9545, ext. 7505 or jdavis@nrca.net.
NRCA and Kentucky association form partnership
NRCA and the Kentucky Roofing Contractors Association (KRCA) have signed a partnership agreement in which NRCA and KRCA have agreed to promote membership in both associations. NRCA also will offer rebates to roofing contractors who are members of NRCA and KRCA.
With KRCA's assistance and approval, NRCA will publish and distribute a quarterly newsletter for KRCA members and help with the newsletter's advertising sales. NRCA also will maintain KRCA's financial records; develop, host, maintain and manage content for KRCA's Web site, www.krca.org; and conduct a one-day educational conference of KRCA's choosing in Kentucky each year during the agreement.
Upcoming NRCA events
Additional information about upcoming NRCA events can be viewed at NRCA's Web site, www.nrca.net.
September
14
CERTA Train-the-trainer Reauthorization
Chicago
Contact: Shelly Najera
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7544
Authorized CERTA trainers can renew their accreditations; renewal is required every three years.
24-27
China Roofing and Waterproofing
Beijing
Contact: Olicia Hinojosa
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7586
An international exhibit for roofing and waterproofing products, services and technologies
25
Exploring Roof System Options
Orlando, Fla.
Contact: Michele Biesiada
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7534
Get an overview of low- and steep-slope roof systems available in today's market.
26-28
Roof Repair and Maintenance
Chicago
Contact: Michele Biesiada
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7534
Learn methods for achieving extended life and value from roof systems.
October
3
Maximizing the Life of Your Roof
Chicago
Contact: Michele Biesiada
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7534
Learn about roof system integrity and how to maintain buildings' roof systems.
4
ManageWrite: Roof Management Tools that Work
Chicago
Contact: Michele Biesiada
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7534
Learn about roof condition assessment tools that enable you to collect inventory and inspection information, rate present roof system conditions and prioritize projects.
5
Advanced Roofing Technology: The Master's Course
Chicago
Contact: Michele Biesiada
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7534
This course focuses on advanced roof system design principles.
7-10
Future Executives Institute
Chicago
Contact: Leslie Kazmierowski
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7508
Develop leadership and communication skills in a course designed for the roofing industry.
16
SpecRight Program training session
Washington, D.C.
Contact: Janice Davis
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7505
Learn how to use NRCA's EnergyWise Roof Calculator Online, and help your customers save money by lowering their energy costs.
16-19
NRCA's Fall Committee Meetings/Legislative Conference
Washington, D.C.
Contact: Bennett Judson
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7513
NRCA's Executive Committee meets to discuss NRCA and industry issues; members are encouraged to engage in legislative issues.
16-20
Expo Cihac 2007
Mexico City
Contact: Olicia Hinojosa
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7586
An international exhibit for building and housing equipment and materials
29
Exploring Roof System Options
San Jose, Calif.
Contact: Michele Biesiada
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7534
Get an overview of low- and steep-slope roof systems available in today's market.
30-Nov. 2
Performance Technology for Roof Systems
San Jose, Calif.
Contact: Michele Biesada
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7534
Examine the benefits and limitations of all low- and steep-slope roof systems available today.
November
1-3
NRLRC Seminar
Tucson, Ariz.
Contact: Alison LaValley
(847) 299-9092
Learn from some of the roofing industry's brightest experts while interacting with peers in a hands-on format.
8
CERTA Train-the-trainer Authorization
Chicago
Contact: Shelly Najera
(800) 323-9545, ext. 7544
Learn new industry best practices for torch-applied polymer-modified bitumen roof systems and become an NRCA-authorized CERTA trainer.
NRLRC announces seminar schedule
The National Roofing Legal Resource Center (NRLRC) will hold its 28th annual seminar, Roofing Issues: Decks to Dockets, Nov. 1-3 in Tucson, Ariz. The seminar will provide in-depth information about current legal, contractual, technical, insurance and safety issues affecting the roofing industry. Following are classes to be offered during the seminar:
Thursday, Nov. 1
Friday, Nov. 2
Saturday, Nov. 3
For more information about NRLRC's 28th annual seminar—Roofing Issues: Decks to Dockets, contact Alison LaValley, NRLRC's executive director, at (847) 299-9092 or log on to www.nrlrc.net.
NRCA offers safety posters
NRCA has released Safety in Sight, a series of 12 posters displaying health- and safety-related procedures and precautions of which workers should be aware, including keeping fire extinguishers nearby and remembering to tie off ladders. The posters are printed in English and Spanish and are intended to be displayed in an office or shop.
For more information about NRCA's Safety in Sight posters or to place an order, visit shop.nrca.net; fax (847) 299-1183; or call NRCA InfoExpress at (866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722).
Participate in Project Recovery
In 2001, NRCA partnered with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). This alliance led to the creation of "Project Recovery," a program designed to help roofing professionals become involved locally in the search for missing children.
According to NCMEC, one in seven missing children is found when someone recognizes a child's photo and notifies law enforcement. With Project Recovery, participating contractors and manufacturers place on their service vehicles 18- by 24-inch magnetic posters with photos of missing children. The posters, which are designed and provided by NRCA, also include biographical information and contact information for when a child is seen. Many posters have age-progressed photos to help people recognize a child as he or she may look now. If a child is found, NRCA will send a "FOUND" sticker to place over the poster.
Participating contractors and manufacturers are asked to reimburse NRCA for the cost of the posters, which are $30 each. NRCA also is seeking program sponsors for Project Recovery to help cover the cost of distribution, administration and promotion.
There are three sponsorship categories. Primary sponsors donate $1,000 and receive 10 posters, press releases and additional communication about the program. Primary sponsors also are included on the program's letterhead. Supporting sponsors contribute $500 and receive five posters. Sustaining sponsors donate $100 and receive two posters. NRCA also welcomes any contributions of lesser amounts to support this program.
If you are interested in participating in Project Recovery or for more information, contact Ambika Puniani Bailey, NRCA's senior director of communications, at (800) 323-9545, ext. 7555 or abailey@nrca.net.
Call for design entries
NRCA has announced a call for entries for its fifth annual SpecRight Excellence in Design Award, which honors those who design energy-efficient, environmentally friendly and long-lasting roof systems according to accepted industry practices.
Architects, specifiers, roof consultants and roofing contractors who are responsible for the design of a nominated roof system are eligible for the competition. Nominated roof systems must have been designed and installed after Jan. 1, 2005, and entries must be postmarked by Dec. 17. Judging will be conducted by a panel of roofing industry experts.
A winner will be selected in late January 2008. The winner will be announced during a special awards ceremony held during NRCA's 121st Annual Convention Feb. 19-23, 2008, and will receive a $2,500 cash prize, publicity during the convention, and acknowledgement in Professional Roofing magazine and NRCA's Web site, www.nrca.net.
For an official entry form and more information about the award, visit www.specright.net or contact Ambika Puniani Bailey, NRCA's senior director of communications, at (800) 323-9545, ext. 7555; fax (847) 299-1183; or e-mail abailey@nrca.net.
IRE lodging available
Hanley Wood LLC, which owns and manages the International Roofing Expo (IRE), has announced lodging options are available for the 2008 International Roofing Expo, to be held Feb. 21-23, 2008, and NRCA's 121st Annual Convention, to be held Feb. 19-23, 2008, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas.
The expo and convention provide attendees with opportunities to network with fellow roofing professionals from around the world; see new industry products, equipment and services; and learn from the industry's leading experts.
To receive discounted airfare, hotel and car rental rates, you must book directly through Hanley Wood's agency, Travel Planners Inc., New York. The events' official headquarters is Caesars Palace. Exhibitors and attendees can call (800) 221-3531 or (212) 532-1660 to make reservations.
For more information about the 2008 International Roofing Expo, visit www.theroofingexpo.com or call (972) 536-6415. For more information and a preliminary schedule for NRCA's 121st Annual Convention, contact Bennett Judson, NRCA's associate executive director of meeting services, at (800) 323-9545, ext. 7513 or bjudson@nrca.net.
Callback: In "NRCA's new green roof systems manual," July issue, page 22, PVC membranes were inadvertently omitted from NRCA's list of recommended waterproofing membranes for green roof systems. The article should have read: "For example, in the manual, NRCA recommends only the following waterproofing membrane types be used for green roof systems: nominal 215-mil (0.215-inch) minimum thickness, fabric-reinforced, hot-fluid-applied polymer-modified asphalt membrane; two-layer minimum APP- or SBS-polymer-modified bitumen sheet membrane; 60-mil minimum thickness, reinforced EPDM membrane with stripped-in lap seams; 80-mil minimum thickness, reinforced PVC membrane with stripped-in laps; or fabric-reinforced, one- or two-component, fluid-applied elastomeric membrane."
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