September 20, 2006 12:00 NOON

JOSEPH SMITH MEMORIAL BUILDING

"Use & Placement of Detectable Warning Panels"

By Bill Naugle

Mr. Naugle, with N-Direct, manufacturer's representative for Masco CASTinTACT Detectable Warning Panels, will share his experiences concerning the use and placement of detectable warning panels in curb ramps and other necessary locations.  He is well qualified to address the importance of detectable warnings for both the blind and mobility-impaired communities.  His background also enables him to discuss installation, structural integrity, and long-term durability issues and concerns.

In the last five years, he has traveled the Western US presenting and discussing this topic, including all the legal issues regarding compliance with ADAAG 4.29.2, with local municipalities, architects, and civil engineering firms.

The new CSI year is here!  Plans have been under way throughout the summer to help to put together the schedule of events for this year.  The programs this year will provide an opportunity for you to gain new insights for the worlds of both commercial design and construction. 

I wish to express appreciation to all who helped to make last year's CSI 2005-2006 a successful year.  Many CSI chapter members attended the luncheons and found them to be rewarding.  The Southwest region conference, held at Snowbird was a great success, too.   A small band of highly dedicated Salt Lake Chapter CSI members worked hard to make it a great success.  

My own experience with CSI has been very rewarding.  The CSI Salt Lake Chapter has given me many opportunities to interact with design professionals throughout the intermountain west.   It is hoped that you have had the same experience.  If not, the new 2006-2007 year will present this opportunity for your benefit.

I look forward to seeing you this year.  Come renew acquaintances make new acquaintances, and participate!

Greg Adams, CSI
Salt Lake Chapter, President

Like most things in life, the benefits of CSI membership greatly increase the more you get involved.  There is always room for more volunteers.  Do not hesitate to contact Greg if you are interested in enhancing your CSI experience this year.

CSI Academies at Snowbird!

October 16^th - 18^th 2006, we have the opportunity to attend the CSI academies right here at Snowbird.  Let's not miss the opportunity! 

The academies are designed to enhance the professional capabilities of those in the construction industry. This training program is tailored to product representatives, specifiers, construction administrators, architects and others in the industry. The program offers:

The Product Representative Academy (PRA) Track: Designed for product representatives, the PRA focuses on the best ways to develop a client base and how to get products specified. Attendees will learn how a project unfolds, and where they and their products fit into it as well as how to make the most of their display, understand their customers, receive individual presentation critiques and discuss best practices in product representation.

The Contract Administration Academy (CAA) track: Designed for construction contract administrators and design professionals, the CAA discusses how to advance professional skills, deliver projects on time and within budget, understand construction administration as a process and how to effectively work as a team. Attendees will also discuss legal issues affecting construction professionals, understanding MasterFormat Division 01, and much more.

The Construction Specifications Academy (CSA) track: Designed for specifiers and other professionals, the CSA focuses on how to better prepare effective construction contract forms, inspection and quality assurance and discuss the latest trends in electronic specifications production. Attendees will also review legal issues affecting specifications professionals and effective business communication.

Find out more at: www.csinet.org/academies.