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eNewsletter for Construction Industry Professionals
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Upcoming Events
The Institute will be posting it's 2011 schedule of courses to the website, check back often to see the latest courses being offered. Visit the institute's website for more information on the new courses being offered. |
Our Platinum Sponsors
 
 
 
Click the Logo to Visit Our Sponsors
The Institute (BESI) invites you to participate in its Sponsorship Opportunities. BESI will work with each Sponsor to provide the best possible recognition.
There are four sponsorship levels, Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum, as well as identity/special items and social event sponsorships for the annual conference.
For more information about Sponsorship Opportunities, please contact the institute at (877) 688-2374 or by email.
Check out our new sponsorship page here to view all our sponsors.
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Sponsor Spotlight...
The Institute would like to thank our latest corporate Platinum sponsor, HGI Industries. In addition to becoming a sponsor, HGI Industries has assisted with providing equipment for testing and through instruction at our First Annual training seminar for Defective Drywall Inspection and Remediation.
During our First Annual Conference the Odorox hydroxyl generating system was introduced.
Find out more about Odorox here. |
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Membership Corner
Over 130 Members!
The institute offers many types of memberships for both individuals (student, professional, active) and organizations (institutional, associate). For details about membership levels, advantages and an application click here. Membership dues for our October 2009 members are currently due; if you have not received your notice please contact the institute. Please notify the institute if your contact information changes; email or call 877-688-2374.
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Just a Reminder...
Check the member's section often for updated information. For those that are certified, updated versions of the inspection (v3) and remediation (v6) protocols are available as of October 27, 2010. If you do not have the latest version contact the institute. If you have any questions regarding this policy please contact the Institute.
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Feedback
Feedback is always welcomed from our readers, the institute wants to provide information that is timely and relevant to professionals in the construction industry.
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Greetings! 
The First Annual Conference, Training Seminar & Exhibition for Defective Drywall Inspection and Remediaton was a tremendous success.
A special thanks goes out to our sponsors, exhibitors, expert panelist and to all of you who attended this special event. |
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Review of our First Annual Conference, Training Seminar & Exhibition
This special event was held on October 24 - 27, 2010 at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina. There was a great turn out for the networking and expert panel discussion with over 80 people present during these two days; the defective drywall training seminar certified twenty-two individuals. The expert panel discussions were videoed and are currently being edited and formatted for posting to the website in segments for easy viewing. We anticipate that this will be available before the end of November. The bibliographies of the experts are already posted to the site on the homepage. Additionally, the presentations and handouts are being collected and will be posted to the website as well.
Below are just a few comments received from those attending the First Annual events; these comments seemed to embody the overall reaction the participants experienced.
"As always, a lot of good information was shared and connections made by quality attendees and speakers." -
Howard Ehrsam, Founder, Chinese Drywall Screening.
"I applaud you for the high attention to detail and overall quality and flow of the information. I was also impressed with the level of quality attendees, presenters, and vendors. The bottom line is [BESI] did an excellent job. I enjoyed it and benefited in gained knowledge and friendship." - Dennis Rose, Technical Director, Total Wall, Inc.
"You were correct, the information was priceless. I can't thank you and your host of speakers enough for the good things I came away with." - Paul Talley, Roman Construction, Inc.
Thank you all for making this event a tremendous success and we look forward to 2011 being even better.
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Institute News
The Institute has begun planning for 2011, "A Year of Increased Depth and Growth". Depth will be obtained through the development of more programs offered both in the traditional classroom and on-line; which will include certification courses, informative seminars, and credits for re-certification (RCs or CEUs).
In turn, the development of these new courses and certification programs will increase the institute's recognition within the construction industry as a premier training institute; and therefore grow the membership base at the individual and organizational levels.
New Courses Offered in 2011 - The institute is in the process of developing new courses for Building Envelope Inspector (Levels 1, 2, & 3) and Consultant that will be available next year. The process was delayed this year due to high demand for the defective drywall training certification seminar. These are just a few of the new course that will be offered in 2011.
X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analyzer - Gypsum Products. The certification course is for anyone who is currently using or intends to use the hand-held XRF analyzer to perform inspections and/or clearance testing for structures with Defective Drywall. You will be provided with in depth training which with give you the confidence and knowledge to properly utilize the XRF analyzer. Current members receive a discount.
A new class will be scheduled for the beginning of the new year, if interested in attending this class please contact the institute to register now. You will be notified of the date and location at the end of December.
Re-certification Credits - The Institute (BESI) will continue to renew with the American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC) as a provider for re-certification credits (RCs) for the two-day National Training & Certification Seminar on "Chinese" or Defective Drywall in America. Recertification credits (RCs) are granted at the rate of one (1) credit per contact hour of continuing education or professional development; the course offered by BESI was accepted for 16 RCs and has to be renewed for each class date.
If you have any questions regarding the re-certification credits, please contact the institute.
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Technology Corner
The institute continues to look into new technology that will help professionals in the construction industry and its members.
The ODOROX hydroxyl generating system is a new, green technology and is the most advanced solution for eliminating odors, decontaminating surfaces and purifying the air. Hydroxyls (OH) are safe, naturally occurring molecules that are created in our atmosphere when the sun's ultraviolet rays react with water vapor. They play a critical role in cleaning the earth's atmosphere and are often referred to as the "detergent" of the atmosphere. They can be used to kill bacteria, viruses and mold, and to break down volatile organic compounds (VOCs), chemical fumes, gases, vapors and unpleasant odors. Through the use of patented UV technology, ODOROX replicates the natural production of hydroxyls to completely eliminate biological and chemical contaminants.
For more information visit their website.
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Industry News
Knauf Settlement
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Indoor Air Quality
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Committee News
The development of a strong education committee that will help the institute grow and serve our members better is underway.
The institute is looking for individuals interested in being an active participant in the growth of the institute. Some of the committees include: education, public relations, marketing, membership, research, resource, and technical.
There is plenty of work to be done and we encourage anyone who wants to be involved to contact the institute. If you would like more information or have questions about a particular committee contact the institute's Executive Director.
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We will be expanding our topics to cover areas such as indoor air quality, walls & ceilings, waterproofing, construction defects, and much more. If you would like to contribute to the newsletter or would like to see a particular subject covered please contact the editor.
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Sincerely,
Building Envelope Science Institute
Providing the Essential Knowledge & Skills
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About BESI
Building Envelope Science Institute Inc. (BESI)
is a specialized institute dedicated to the advancement of education,
specifically designed for the construction industry. The
mission of Building Envelope Science
Institute, Inc. (BESI) is to provide the highest quality of training,
certification programs, and resources as well as overall knowledge in
successfully constructing, maintaining, and restoring building envelope
construction. Building Envelope Science
Institute, Inc.
(BESI) was created to be a leader and identify, develop and deliver the
most
effective and efficient training opportunities for the construction
industry.
Programs combine construction industry specific knowledge with applied
techniques, bringing all the pieces of the building envelope science
together
into one cohesive unit with the highest levels of professionalism. |
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