If you could use some help navigating your way around MCAA 2014 or you just want to maximize your convention experience, MCAA has created a handy tool to assist you. The MCAA 2014 App features allow you to: build your own personal schedule of convention events you plan to attend, business meetings and personal get-togethers; find convention sessions and events and get the latest information on program changes; explore things to do; find colleagues and acquaintances who may be attending the convention; search for and locate your preferred manufacturers and suppliers at the Annual Manufacturer/Supplier Council Exhibit; and much, much more. To install the App, use your iPad or iPhone's link to the App Store or your Android device's link to the Play Store, search for MCAA 2014, accept the terms, and install the App. Your one-stop resource for all things MCAA 2014 will be in your pocket for access any time. Download the complete Final Program at www.mcaa.org/mcaa2014. 

MSCA's Energy Summit (May 5-7, Pittsburgh, PA) will provide you with the opportunity to benchmark an existing building, participate in a building walk-through, learn how to effectively identify energy conservation measures and prepare an energy service agreement. The program also includes a special presentation on the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) new Portfolio Manager and a demonstration of MSCA's Energy Solutions Profile (ESP) for creating custom energy reports. Taught by a team of seasoned mechanical service contractors and energy experts, you will learn about practical and proven techniques that can be used every day to successfully capture energy services business for your company. The program will provide you with skills you need to ensure a competitive advantage in the lucrative energy services market. Find out more about the program and then register at  www.mcaa.org/education/msca/energysummit. 

The Mechanical Contracting Education & Research Foundation (MCERF) recently received $2,500 contributions from CFI Mechanical, Inc. (Houston, TX), raising its total contributions to $32,500, and the MCA of New York, raising its total contributions to $127,500. The Foundation's Board of Trustees is very grateful for the contributions, which help support ongoing industry research and education programs.  Find out more about MCERF programs by visiting www.mcerf.org or contact Dennis Langley (dlangley@mcaa.org).