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| MCAA National Update for April 16, 2012 |
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WHAT HAPPENED AT MCAA 2012? SEE FOR YOURSELF AT THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S WEBSITE!
If you were one of the lucky attendees who had a great time at MCAA 2012 or wish you'd been there, our photographer has finished posting the spectacular images of MCAA's memorable, magical convention on his website. To access them, go to www.mcaa.org and click on the link to the website. When prompted, type in the username (MCAA 2012) with the password (1971). You will be asked for your e-mail address and first name to reach the easy-to-use site where you can browse and order prints to keep the memories fresh for years to come. If you need assistance, contact Lu Ann Steele Cornman at lsteele@mcaa.org. |
GET YOUR BIM ON WITH TWO NEW COURSES
MCAA is presenting two courses from its BIM for Mechanical Contractors series on October 1-2 in Kansas City, MO. The first course, BIM Contracts & Risk Allocation, will take place on October 1, under the expert leadership of David Morris (EMCOR's Director of Virtual Construction) and Frank Musica (Senior Risk Management Attorney for Victor O. Schinnerer & Company, Bethesda, MD). On October 2, Morris is the sole instructor of BIM Process & Technology Implementation, which will delve into the details of how the process should and does work. Sponsors of the courses are CNA (the Day 1 contracts and risk allocation course), and TSI (the Day 2 BIM process and technology course). And, if you register for both courses, you will receive a $295 rebate after the courses. SMACNA and NECA members can register at MCAA member rates. NOTE: All courses in the BIM for Mechanical Contractors series are "MEP friendly." Go to http://www.mcaa.org/education/mcaa/bim for more program and registration information. |
GROWING AND DEVELOPING SERVICE SUPERVISORS OFFERED FOR LAST TIME THIS YEAR
Don't let your service supervisors miss out on this exceptional educational opportunity. This two-day program (May 10-12, Indianapolis, IN provides them with new insights and tactics that can help them manage just about any situation in the workplace. Instructor Kevin Dougherty presents a dynamic and engaging program that really gets attendees talking. He also facilitates role plays based on real-life situations that are videotaped for participants to view. They'll not only leave the program with improved management skills, but also a workbook containing over 100 forms, policies and other materials for immediate and future use. This program continues to be MSCA's most highly rated program to date. To register, go to www.mcaa.org/education/msca. |
LOOKING FOR A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FORM? GO TO ConsensusDOCS!
If you need a standard or special contract form for a current or upcoming project, your best source is ConsensusDOCS. A library of more than 80 form documents drafted in a consensus process that includes MCAA and other leading industry, owner, contractor and specialty contractor groups, ConsensusDOCS fills your need for contracting forms, including those involving new processes such as Building Information Modeling and Integrated Project Delivery. The forms are revised periodically to ensure they are current and consistent with industry practices. Find out more by visiting www.consensusdocs.org. Save on pricing with a special discount code available at www.mcaa.org/private. |
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YOU CAN STILL REGISTER FOR THE LEED DOCUMENTATION WEBINAR!
It's not too late to sign up for MCAA's next Green Webinar, LEED Paperwork - Navigating LEED Documentation and Submittals (April 26 at 1:00 p.m., Eastern time). Courtney France of France Sustainable Solutions will help you sort out what LEED credits apply to mechanical and plumbing contractors and what paperwork the program requires to document that those credits have been earned.Webinar participants will also see completed examples of perfect M/P submittals for LEED. This webinar is free as a benefit of membership; sign up now to participate. Go to www.mcaa.org/education for information and to register for this webinar and all others in the series. If you can't make the live broadcast, you may view the recording at http://www.mcaagreen.org the next day. Please contact Sean McGuire (smcguire@mcaa.org) for more information. |
ALI IS YOUR COMPANY'S TICKET TO FUTURE SUCCESS
Are you equipped to help your company take on the next market challenge? Make sure you or one of your top executives has the leadership and business planning skills that only MCAA's Advanced Leadership Institute provides. The course curriculum has been updated and refined and features a new and very challenging case study. Even more valuable are the networking opportunities with industry executives from all corners of the country. ALI's Course 12 takes place September 30 - October 5 and November 11 - 16, 2012. Find out more about the at http://www.mcaa.org/ali and then contact Dennis Langley (dlangley@mcaa.org) for an e-application. |
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MCA OF GEORGIA CONTRIBUTES TO MCERF
The Mechanical Contracting Education & Research Foundation (MCERF) has received a $1,000 contribution from the MCA of Georgia. The MCERF Board of Trustees greatly appreciates the association's contribution and support of the Foundation's education and research programs. Find out more about MCERF programs and activities at www.mcerf.org or contact Dennis Langley (dlangley@mcaa.org). |
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