THE CONSTRUCTION. JOURNAL Volume 73, Issue 10 November 2008

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1 THE CONSTRUCTION JOURNAL Volume 73, Issue 10 November 2008 REGISTER TODAY FOR THE SECOND ANNUAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTY CONFLUENCE Celebrating a Local Holiday November 14, 1008 Cox Arboretum EVENTS CALENDAR: ALL EVENTS WILL BE HELD AT THE DAYTON BUILDERS EXCHANGE UNLESS OTHERWISED NOTED NOVEMBER 12, 2008 FINANCIAL MANAGERS MEETING (CROWNE PLAZA) NOVEMBER 14, ND ANNUAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY CONFLUENCE (COX ARBORETUM) NOVEMBER 18, 2008 ASA WEBINAR SERIES SURETY BONDING & SDI NOVEMBER 18, 2008 OCILB TEN (10) HOURS OF CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR YOUR OHIO STATE LICENSE (ENGINEER S CLUB) NOVEMBER 18, 2008 CSI SHOW (PRESIDENTAL BANQUET CENTER) DECEMBER 9, 2008 ASA WEBINAR SERIES EVALUATING AND BIDDING WRAP-UP PROJECTS

2 Offering Quality Programs and Dependable Services to Contractors SURETY BONDS INSURANCE Bid Performance Bonds Builders Risk Public Liabilities Construction Equipment Life & Health Personal Coverage Bob Vogel Dale Derr Brian Feldmeyer Beverly Waker 6651 Centerville Business Parkway Centerville, Ohio Phone: Fax: BUDDE SHEET METAL WORKS Quality Sheet Metal Work Since1922 Celebrating 85 Years! Prototypes & Short Run Production Industrial Ventilation Systems Specialty Fabrication & Custom Metal Work Laser Cutting to ¾ Steel Plate CNC Punch Press Precision Press Brakes (from 80 to 180 Ton Capacity) ¼ x 60 Long Power Roll Mig, Heliarc, & Spot Welding Our Specialties include: Fabrication & Installation of Industrial Ventilation/Exhaust Systems; Tanks; Pans; Chutes; Flumes; Chassis; Machine Guards and Enclosures; Control Boxes; Custom Designed Architectural Metal Work. CAD Software is Solid Edge & AutoCAD. The Skilled Tradesman at Budde Sheet Metal are committed to providing our customers with the Highest Quality Product, On-Time & On-Spec. Main Shop: 305 Leo Street, Dayton, OH Phone: Fax: Info@buddesheetmetal.com Satellite Shop: 335 South Jackson Street, Lima OH Phone: Fax: Page 2

3 THE CONSTRUCTION JOURNAL Editor RACHEL PINKUS Published by: The Dayton Builders Exchange The Construction Journal is a review of construction activity in the Miami Valley. The Journal contains Plans on File, Mechanic s Liens, Statistics, Industry News, Notices and Builders Exchange Activities. All information contained herein is considered reliable to the best of our knowledge, and we accept no responsibility for incorrect material secured from outside sources. The Construction Journal is published monthly in 12 issues. $50.00 of the annual membership dues to a subscribing association is paid as a year s subscription to the Construction Journal. POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to address listed above 2077 Embury Park Road Dayton, Ohio (937) Fax: (937) OFFICERS: President WARREN SMITH Osterfeld Champion Service, Inc. First Vice President KEVIN FULLER Bilbrey Construction, Inc. Second Vice President MARTIN SMALLWOOD Buck Run Doors & Hardware Immediate Past President JUD WALLNER Danis Building Construction Co. Treasurer ANDY GOETZ Shook Building Group DIRECTORS: JOE BLUST, Unistrut Dayton NEIL BROWN, Isaacs Fence Service, Inc. JOSEPH ELLIS, Midwest Property Development MARK IIAMES, Reliable Electrical Mech. Service ALAN MOODY, Lorenz & Williams, Inc. GREG SCHUERMAN, Peterson Construction Co. IAN SIMPSON, Messer Construction TOM WOLFE III, Alloyd Insulation Co., Inc. STAFF: Bob Pope, Executive Director Valerie Dahlberg, Associate Director Bill Gunter, Senior Accounts Manager Rachel Pinkus, Office Manager Kate Asbury, Staff Assistant Ashley Mazurek, Regional Plan Room Manager John Grandetti, Dayton Plan Room Manager Lisa Alexander, Plan Room Coordinator Jennifer Rissmiller, Plan Room Coordinator Page 3

4 THE PLAN ROOM POST From Plan Room Manager, John Grandetti What s New? The newest feature for our upgrade members is the long awaited update to our viewer. We are currently Beta testing the new viewer, and I am very impressed with the better mobility and features available through the viewer. You will still be able to use the lite and pro viewer for now, but I encourage you to try out the new viewer. As it is in the programming phase still, if there are things you hate or want to see changed, let us know by ing the address provided in the information box. We want you to dissect this new viewer so we can put the best product out there to use. In the planroom itself, we continue a slower and steady pace of new projects and new members. As hard as it is to believe, we are looking ahead to what the holiday season will bring here at BX Dayton. Construction Confluence The Builders Exchange of Dayton is holding its second annual Construction Industry Confluence on November 14 th at Cox Arboretum. From attending the event last year, I personally recommend our members to attend. The Confluence is a very relaxing evening to meet up with old friends and potentially make some new contacts, along with food and drink. You should have received information and details regarding this event in the mail, and if you did not, please contact the office. Holiday Schedule We will be closed on the following days. November 27 th -28 th for Thanksgiving. On December 24 th, we close at noon and offices will be closed on the 25 th and 26 th. We will be open until noon on December 31 st and closed January 1 st and 2 nd, The schedule is also posted on Renewal With the end of the year approaching, we will be sending out renewal invoices for 2009 membership sometime in December. For our current membership, if you are interested in trying out the online service or seeing the upgrade if you are one of our news only members, we can let you try it out for a month or so like we do for our non-member prospects. If you decide that you are interested in upgrading your membership, we will simply add it to you invoice. If not, you will get the invoice that you would normally receive for renewal. If you are interested in a trial, please call, , or , jgrandetti@bxohio.com. Page 4

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12 ASA President s Monthly Newsletter-October 2008 Dear ASA Member: The turmoil in financial markets over the past several weeks is causing stress for everyone. The uncertainties driving banks to fail or merge, and stock markets to plummet one day and rally the next, concern us all. Everyone hopes that the many ASA members throughout the country that have been busy and doing well will continue to thrive. Whatever actions are taken by our federal government, let s hope that they will help alleviate concerns about diminished credit and our financial futures. No one wants to see a repeat of the early 1990s, when many firms in our industry went bankrupt for lack of profitable projects, because of slower payment practices, and/or because of the inability to obtain needed credit. One of the lessons we can take away from the current financial crisis is that packaging can mask the value or lack of value of an underlying product. Buyers and sellers of mortgage-backed securities assumed that these securities would provide a good return because they looked like other successful investments. They didn t see the wolf in sheep s clothing. The wolf was in the details of the mortgage financing paperwork. With a sufficiently large number of these mortgages defaulting, it appears we ll all pay the price through our tax bills, our home equity, our investments, and our retirements. Investment banks and investors that mistook something that looked almost as good for the real thing now see that all mortgage-backed securities are not the same! If there s one good thing that comes from this crisis, it ll be a renewed focus on real return-oninvestment. Certainly, everyone will look more closely at the real value of their personal and business investments. And, while the economy may add pressure for subcontractors to bid aggressively, we must take the time to remind our clients that two different bids, even at the same number, are not interchangeable. Remind your clients of the real return-on-investment they ll get with your company. Differentiate yourself and show your company s true value. All contractors are not alike. The current financial crisis is a lesson that not everything that walks like a duck, is a duck. Today, on this 100th anniversary of the rollout of the Model T (on Oct. 1, 1908), the point couldn t be, well, more poignant. A construction project isn t like a Model T, and the typical construction firm doesn t operate like an assembly line. The low-bid mentality fails to recognize that real project success defined as safety, quality, efficiency, price and timeliness of construction depends on healthy and effective working relationships, including contracts and values that both sides can live with. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me via at bolmo@asa-hq.com. Very truly yours, William J. Olmo, III ASA President,

13 ASA & DBX ANNOUNCE TEAMBUILDING NIGHT January 22, 2009 Masonic Center Dayton, Ohio The Dayton Builders Exchange (DBX) and the American Subcontractors Association of the Miami Valley, Ohio (ASA) have joined together again to offer the Sixth Annual Team Building Night. In addition to the great networking opportunities during the General Contractors Table Top Displays, this Team Building Night will also include the DBX Craftsmanship Awards, Project Manager Award, and Architectural and Engineering Awards presentation in addition to the ASA Outstanding Leadership Awards. This is a great way for DBX to highlight its members and the construction industry, and a great way for you to honor the fantastic supervision and craftsmanship you ve benefited by this year. The DBX encourages all members to participate. Also, please use this opportunity to bring a potential DBX member. The DBX will have staff at this event to discuss member benefits with your colleagues. TEAM BUILDING NIGHT SCHEDULE Thursday, January 22, 2009 The Masonic Center 525 W. Riverview Avenue, Dayton, Ohio 3:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. GUIDED HISTORICAL TOUR OF THE MASONIC CENTER Don t miss this unique opportunity to hear first-hand the history of the Masonic Center and the Masonic Tradition 4:00 P.M. 6:00 P.M. REFRESHMENTS WITH TEAM BUILDING NIGHT TABLETOP DISPLAYS AND NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES 6:00 P.M. 6:30 P.M. DINNER 6:30 P.M. 6:35 P.M. RAFFLE PRIZE DRAWING 6:35 P.M. 7:00 P.M. DBX & ASA AWARDS PRESENTATIONS WHAT TEAM BUILDING NIGHT OFFERS OUR: ARCHITECT/ENGINEER MEMBERS: Our Architect/Engineer Members can attend Team Building Night for the great networking possibilities or have the option of registering for a complimentary tabletop display. We strongly encourage you to submit nominations for the DBX Awards and ASA Awards programs. GENERAL CONTRACTOR MEMBERS: Our General Contractor Members are provided with a complimentary tabletop display. We are not looking for elaborate costly displays. You can choose how much you want to invest in your display, but it would be very appropriate to just bring yourself and some business cards. Please submit nominations for the DBX Awards and ASA Awards programs. SUBCONTRACTOR MEMBERS: Attend and walk through the tabletop displays and network with area General Contractors and Design Professionals. Please submit nominations for the DBX Awards and the ASA Awards programs. SUPPLIER AND SERVICES MEMBERS: Attend and walk through the tabletop displays to network with representatives from all areas of the construction industry. There are also sponsorship opportunities reflected in the enclosed forms.

14 REGISTRATION FORM TEAM BUILDING NIGHT DBX Thursday, January 22, 2009 THE MASONIC CENTER, 525 WEST RIVERVIEW AVENUE, DAYTON, OHIO Name of Firm [ ] We are an Architect, Engineer or General Contractor that would like to have a complimentary display table. [ ] We are a Subcontractor or Supplier and will be attending. We will have the following representative(s) in attendance: The registration fee is $40.00 per person (includes refreshments and dinner). Total cost is $ Enclose a check made out to the Dayton Builders Exchange or provide credit card information below: [ ] VISA [ ] American Express [ ] Master Card Name Billing Zip Code Card Number Expiration Date Return To: ASA/DBX 2077 Embury Park Road Dayton, Ohio Fax: (937)

15 TEAM BUILDING NIGHT SPONSORSHIP FORM Thursday, January 22, 2009 THE MASONIC CENTER, 525 WEST RIVERVIEW AVENUE, DAYTON, OHIO (Name of Firm) We have checked below our sponsorship participation: [ ] Team Building Night Sponsor (listed in the Team Building Program and includes one registration) - $ [ ] Refreshment Sponsor during networking time (includes 2 x3 sponsor sign and listed in the Team Building Program as a sponsor and includes one registration) - $ [ ] Dinner Sponsor (includes 2 x3 sponsor sign at entrance to dinner, full page ad in Team Building Program and highlighted in following issue of the DBX newsletter and includes two registrations) - $ Enclosed is a check made out to the Dayton Builders Exchange or charge my credit card; [ ] Master Card [ ] VISA [ ] American Express Name on Card Billing Zip Code Card Number Expiration Date Please return form and check to: ASA/DBX 2077 Embury Park Road Dayton, Ohio Fax: (937)

16 DAYTON BUILDERS EXCHANGE CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARDS PROGRAM OVERVIEW In order to recognize and encourage superior workmanship and service work, the Dayton Builders Exchange is pleased to be conducting its Annual Craftsmanship Award Nominations Process. This recognition is reserved for individuals who show excellence in any trade in any phase of construction or for service work that was completed between October 1, 2007 and October 31, 2008 in the Miami Valley Region. Nominees must also be employed by members of the Dayton Builders Exchange or ASA. BASIS FOR CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARDS This is an award to recognize the importance of accuracy, productivity, resourcefulness, and trade skills on a particular project. Praiseworthy solution of unique project challenges Commendable work under difficult project conditions Enhancement of the artistic, aesthetic, or pragmatic qualities of the basic project design REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMISSION OF CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARDS Fully completed nomination form $50.00 nomination fee for each nomination form submitted (includes 2 event registrations if nominee receives the award) Minimum of one photograph of project must be submitted with each nomination of the work nominated and/or the facility for use in awards presentations BASIS FOR SERVICE WORK AWARDS This award recognizes excellence in customer service, productivity, responsiveness, and related technical knowledge on a particular service job. Exemplary responsiveness to customer needs and timelines Skillful identification and resolution of a service challenge Creative, unique, or especially resourceful service techniques used either technologically or personally REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMISSION OF SERVICE WORK AWARDS Fully completed nomination form $50.00 nomination fee for each nomination form submitted (includes 2 event registrations if nominee receives the award) Minimum of one testimonial letter from the owner of the facility where the job was performed photo of the facility and/or owner for use in awards presentations Nominations must be received at the DBX office by December 10, Embury Park Road, Dayton, Ohio 45414

17 DAYTON BUILDERS EXCHANGE CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARDS NOMINATION FORM Nominating DBX or ASA Member Employer: Employer Contact Person: Member Firm s Address Employer Phone: Fax: Employer Contact Address: Type of Nomination: Craftsmanship Service Craft Nominated: Boilermaker Bricklayer Carpenter Cement Mason Electrician Glazier Insulator Iron Worker Plasterer Painter Plumber/Brazer Roofer Sheet Metal Worker Pipefitter/Welder Tile & Terrazo Nominee s Name: Description of Work Being Nominated: Name of Project: Owner of Project: Architect or Engineer (if applicable) Please attach a detailed summary of why the nominee should be considered for award. Give specific details of any special conditions the Awards Committee should consider in reference to the project or service work. Also remember to include any required photos and/or owner testimonial letters as described in the Dayton Builders Exchange Craftsmanship Awards Nomination Overview. The Craftsmanship Awards will be announced on January 22, Nomination forms are due by December 10, 2008 with a check payable to DBX in the amount of $50.00 for each nominee presented for consideration. Or call Account Manager, Rachel Pinkus to submit your payment by credit card.

18 DAYTON BUILDERS EXCHANGE PROJECT MANAGEMENT AWARD PROGRAM OVERVIEW In order to recognize and encourage those who excel in project management, the Dayton Builders Exchange is pleased to be conducting its SECOND Annual Project Management Award Nominations Process. This recognition will be given to just ONE individual from the industry to award their exemplary management of a project new construction or renovation that was completed between October 1, 2007 and October 31, 2008 in the Miami Valley Region. Nominees must be employed by members of the Dayton Builders Exchange or the American Subcontractors Association of the Miami Valley, Ohio. BASIS FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT AWARD This is an award to recognize the exemplary project management skills as demonstrated on a particular project. Praiseworthy solutions to unique project challenges Commendable management under difficult project conditions Outstanding ability to meet and exceed rigorous customer demands REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMISSION OF PROJECT MANAGMENT AWARDS Fully completed nomination form including a full description of what characteristics of the manager and the project make the nominee worthy of this exclusive award $50.00 nomination fee for each nomination form submitted (includes two event registrations if nominee wins the award) Project photographs must be submitted with each nomination form of the project for which the individual is nominated for managing and/or the facility for use in awards presentations Nominations must be received at the DBX office by December 10, Embury Park Road, Dayton, Ohio 45414

19 DAYTON BUILDERS EXCHANGE PROJECT MANAGEMENT AWARD NOMINATION FORM Nominating DBX or ASA Member Employer: Employer Contact Person: Member Firm s Address Employer Phone: Fax: Employer Contact Address: Project Manager Nominee s Name: Trade or Type of Work: Name of Project: Owner of Project: Architect or Engineer (if applicable) Please attach a detailed summary of why the nominee should be considered for award. Give specific details of any special conditions the Awards Committee should consider in reference to the project or service work. Also remember to include any required photos and/or owner testimonial letters as described in the Dayton Builders Exchange Project Management Awards Nomination Overview. The Project Manager Award will be announced on January 22, Nomination forms are due by December 10, 2008 with a check payable to DBX in the amount of $50.00 for each nominee presented for consideration. Or call Account Manager, Rachel Pinkus to submit your payment by credit card.

20 DAYTON BUILDERS EXCHANGE ARCHITECTURAL AWARD AWARDS PROGRAM OVERVIEW & NOMINATION FORM The Dayton Builders Exchange invites you to submit your best work, your best green building solutions, and your best examples of architectural creativity and acumen. Projects may be nominated by the architect or any contractor who performed work on the job. Projects must have been completed between October 1, 2007 and October 31, 2008 to be eligible. Submittals will be judged by a multi-disciplinary panel of college students and retired design professionals. They will determine ONE winner that will be announced at the Team Building Night ceremony. Name of Nominating DBX or ASA Member Firm Member Firm Address Phone: Fax: Name of Project Architect Architect s Address Phone: Fax: Name of Project Project Address Owner of Project Please attach the following to complete your nomination: Description of the owner s requirements for the project Description of the project s compatibility with the surrounding environment Architectural comment on the solution of the owner s requirements for use in public commentary about the nomination Minimum of two (2) 8x10 photographs Two (2) to Six (6) high quality photographs for presentation purposes One reduced 8x10 positive proof of floor plan One 8x10 reproduction of site plan with schematic description of surrounding buildings and/or environment Proper release from owners and photographers for all photographs submitted for use by the Dayton Builders Exchange for promotion & presentation Nomination forms are due by December 10, 2008 with a check payable to DBX in the amount of $50.00 for each project presented for consideration. Each nomination includes event registration for two. Call Account Manager, Rachel Pinkus to submit your payment by credit card, if you d prefer.

21 DAYTON BUILDERS EXCHANGE ENGINEERING AWARD AWARDS PROGRAM OVERVIEW & NOMINATION FORM For the first time ever, the Dayton Builders Exchange invites you to submit your best in engineering excellence. With the renewed emphasis on Green Building, engineering has never been more important. The DBX wants to see your best solutions, and your best examples of engineering creativity and acumen. Projects may be nominated by the engineer or by any contractor who performed work on the job. Projects must have been completed between October 1, 2007 and October 31, 2008 to be eligible. Submittals will be judged by a multi-disciplinary panel of college students and retired design professionals. They will determine ONE winner that will be announced at the Team Building Night ceremony. Name of Nominating DBX or ASA Member Firm Member Firm Address Phone: Fax: Name of Project Engineer Architect s Address Phone: Fax: Name of Project Project Address Owner of Project Please attach the following to complete your nomination: Description of the owner s requirements for the project Description of the project s demonstration of engineering excellence Engineer s comment on the solution of the owner s requirements for use in public commentary about the nomination Minimum of two (2) 8x10 photographs Two (2) to Six (6) high quality photographs for presentation purposes One reduced 8x10 positive proof of floor plan Proper release from owners and photographers for all photographs submitted for use by the Dayton Builders Exchange for promotion & presentation Nomination forms are due by December 10, 2008 with a check payable to DBX in the amount of $50.00 for each project presented for consideration. Each nomination includes event registration for two. Call Account Manager, Rachel Pinkus to submit your payment by credit card, if you d prefer.

22 NOMINATION FORM Outstanding General Contractor 2008 Criteria: Fair and reasonable to subs in accepting bids and awarding work. Uses AIA 201 and 401 contracts or contracts with equitable terms to contract Subcontractors. Runs a smooth, efficient, well coordinated and on-time project. Processes pay requests and ensures that subs are paid promptly. Expedites and pushes final payment for Subcontractors. Reasonable about change orders, back charges, and interpretations of the contract. Acknowledges the rights and responsibilities of the Subcontractors as an important member of the construction team. I, (individual making nomination and name of firm) Nominate the following individual / firm (General Construction Firm Name Being Nominated) for Outstanding General Contractor Of The Year. LISTED BELOW ARE SPECIFIC REASONS WHY I FEEL THIS INDIVIDUAL / FIRM SHOULD RECEIVE THIS AWARD: RETURN NOMINATION FORM TO: ASA OF THE MIAMI VALLEY, OHIO 2077 EMBURY PARK ROAD DAYTON, OHIO FAX: (937) Nominations must be submitted by December 10, Awards will be presented January 22, 2009 at The Masonic Center.

23 NOMINATION FORM Outstanding Architect or Engineer 2008 Criteria: Specifies the use of AIA 201 and 401 documents. Plans and specifications are clear, accurate, and complete. Processes and approves payment requests promptly. Processes pay requests and ensures that subs are paid promptly. Cooperative in resolving technical problems and approving shop drawings and samples. Reasonable in interpreting drawings and specifications. Pushes for on-time performance and job close-out. Encourages line item retainage. I, (individual making nomination and name of firm) Nominate the following individual /firm (Architectural Engineering Firm Name Being Nominated) for Outstanding Architect- Engineer Of The Year. LISTED BELOW ARE SPECIFIC REASONS WHY I FEEL THIS INDIVIDUAL / FIRM SHOULD RECEIVE THIS AWARD: RETURN NOMINATION FORM TO: ASA OF THE MIAMI VALLEY, OHIO 2077 Embury Park Rd. Dayton, OH FAX: (937) Nominations must be submitted by December 10, Awards will be presented January 22, 2009 at The Masonic Center.

24 NOMINATION FORM Outstanding Public Official 2008 Criteria: Has made major contributions toward improving conditions for the Subcontracting industry Has helped by sponsorship or support of legislation favorable to our industry and opposing harmful legislation. Has been available to listen to our problems caused by Government legislation. Has understood and helped to ease and relieve construction industry problems. I, (individual making nomination and name of firm) Nominate the following individual (Public Official s Name) (Office Held) for Outstanding Public Official Of The Year. LISTED BELOW ARE SPECIFIC REASONS WHY I FEEL THIS INDIVIDUAL SHOULD RECEIVE THIS AWARD: RETURN NOMINATION FORM TO: ASA OF THE MIAMI VALLEY, OHIO 2077 Embury Park Rd. Dayton, OH FAX: (937) Nominations must be submitted by December 10, Awards will be presented on January 22, 2009 at The Masonic Center.

25 NOMINATION FORM Outstanding Subcontractor 2008 Criteria: Has developed a reputation in the industry as providing quality work and follows fair business practices, not only with the owners and general contractors, but also with fellow subcontractors and suppliers. I, (individual making nomination and name of firm) Nominate the following individual /firm (Firm Name Being Nominated) for Outstanding Subcontractor Of The Year. LISTED BELOW ARE SPECIFIC REASONS WHY I FEEL THIS INDIVIDUAL / FIRM SHOULD RECEIVE THIS AWARD: RETURN NOMINATION FORM TO: ASA OF THE MIAMI VALLEY, OHIO 2077 EMBURY PARK ROAD DAYTON, OHIO FAX: (937) Nominations must be submitted by December 10, Awards will be presented January 22, 2009 at The Masonic Temple.

26 Experience the Difference On Every Plumbing, Piping, and HVAC Project Dotson Plumbing & Heating GEM Industrial G.L. Eagy Plumbing & Heating Kantosky Plumbing, Inc. Lippincott Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Premcor RMF Premier Mechanical Service Inc. Rieck Mechanical Services RMF Industrial Contracting S&D/Osterfeld Mechanical Contractors Smith- Boughan, Inc. On Time - On Budget Project Completion Highly Trained Productive Workforce Continual Investment in Technology Commitment to Community & Region For Full Member Company Profiles Go Online to: Page 26

27 LAMCA SUPPORTS ALLEN COUNTY VISIONARIES The Lima Area Mechanical Contractors Association (LAMCA) supported the Allen County Visionaries at the Visionaries Annual Dinner Meeting held October 2 nd at Shawnee Country Club in Lima. The Visionaries were established so that Allen County could take an aggressive approach to economic development. The Visionaries work to bring all of the pieces together to attract business to Allen County and coordinate all of the resources in Allen County to assist that business when they have made the decision to either locate or expand in Allen County. LAMCA had been a member of the Visionaries since its inspection. Other construction industry supporters of the Visionaries are the Lima Area Building and Construction Trades Council, Reynolds Electric, Sidney Electric, Smith-Boughan, Inc., and Tuttle Construction Company. Sam Halker of Smith-Boughan Inc. serves on the Visionary Board of Directors. At the dinner, the Visionaries reviewed an impressive list of accomplishments in its efforts to bring business growth to Allen County. Picture Captions: Visionary Annual Dinner Lefts side beginning from the back to the front: Tony Hammond President of the Lima Building and Construction Trades Council and Business Representative of Sheet Metal Local No. 24; Mike Kinsley, Vice President of the Lima Building and Construction Trades Council and Business Manager of United Association Local No. 776; Hazel and Bill Gunns, Bill is President of the Lima Area Mechanical Contractors Association and of Smith- Boughan, Inc. Right side beginning from the back to the front: Jerry Dickredand his wife, Jerry is Business Manger of IBEW Local No 32; Susan Ohl and John Ohl of Smith- Boughan; Mike Rinehart of GEM Industrial. Page 27

28 PLAN ROOM SCRAMBLE T E N C O N C T R I F E L G U L P E N S L O C N E E ANSWER: WHERE TWO RIVERS MEET OR THE SOCIAL EVENT OF THE SEASON. ANSWERS ON PAGE 57 Join Us for the Construction Industry s Finest Social Event of the Season NOVEMBER 14, 2008 Cox Arboretum REGISTER TODAY ON PAGE 31! Page 28

29 How To Cover Those Who Work Outside Ohio New Interstate Jurisdiction Law Benefits Ohio Employers Ohio employers who have employees working outside Ohio can reduce the payroll they report to BWC thanks to a new state law. Effective with the payroll reporting period beginning Jan. 1, 2009, employers do not have to include their employees who work outside Ohio on their payroll report if they have workers compensation coverage in the state they work. Those employers will pay premium to BWC based on payroll for labor and services performed only in Ohio. Employers can take advantage of this change when they file their payroll report and pay their premiums for the Jan. 1 to June 30, 2009, payroll period. To do this, they must send their decision electing to segregate payroll to BWC along with proof of other states insurance. Other provisions of the law: Employers based in another state who have employees temporarily working in Ohio must obtain workers compensation coverage from BWC unless their state affords Ohio employers some degree of reciprocity. What does this mean? Example: Under current Ohio law, out-of-state employers can send employees to work in Ohio for up to 90 days without obtaining workers compensation coverage in Ohio. Their state s coverage applies. Under the new law, we offer out-of-state employers what their state offers us. In West Virginia, an Ohio employer can only work in that state for 30 days before the company needs workers compensation coverage in West Virginia. Therefore, a West Virginia employer can only work in Ohio for 30 days before needing workers compensation coverage in Ohio. Also, BWC can hold out-of-state employers who do not obtain the required Ohio coverage liable for all costs associated with an Ohio workers compensation claim for which they lacked coverage. Finally, injured workers may only file a claim in one jurisdiction. Once they file a claim with one state, they waive their right to file in Ohio regardless of why the claim was denied. Shane Blair Regional Representative Dept. of Community Relations One Renaissance Center 345 High St. Hamilton, Oh Page 29

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38 LEGALLY SPEAKING by Bob Dunlevey NEW MENTAL HEALTH INSURANCE LAW HIDDEN IN BAILOUT Strange things happen in Washington! Just recently, the Senate turned a mental health parity bill into the massive financial bailout bill and a few days later it became law. The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 (HR 6983) actually had affixed to it this Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 (HR 1424). While most businesses were paying attention to the financial aspects of the bailout bill, several pork barrel type proposals were added. In addition, mental health insurance provisions were included. The new health parity law requires group health insurance plans for employers with more than 50 employees to have the deductibles, co-payments, co-insurance, and out-of-pocket expenses applied to mental health and addiction benefits in the same fashion as other medical benefits. Said another way, the employee s financial requirements for mental health and addiction coverage can be no more restrictive or costly than the financial requirements applied to comparable medical and surgical benefits under the applicable medical plan. In addition, the group health plans must now ensure that the treatment limitations, such as frequency of treatment, number of visits, and the days of coverage, apply equally to mental health and addiction benefits and are no more restrictive than the treatment limitations applied to comparable medical and surgical benefits under the plan. If the existing plan offers out of network benefits, it must offer out of network benefits on the same terms for mental health services. This bill merely establishes a federal floor and permits states to go further to protect constituents. The bill provides remedies to protect beneficiaries rights and permits enforcement of the bill s equity requirement by the Internal Revenue Service, the Department of Health & Human Services and the Department of Labor. The law requires the Department of Labor, the Department of Health & Human Services, and Treasury to issue regulations within one year. It will be interesting to see how these three governmental entities attempt to work together to promulgate coherent regulations by the intended deadline. Interestingly, the bill does not mandate insurers or group health plans to provide any coverage. Instead, it only applies to plans that choose to offer mental health coverage. Thus, some employers may choose to exclude these types of benefits for fear of escalating the cost of employee benefit coverage. The non-partisan Congressional Budget Office has estimated a miniscule impact on premiums for the mental health parity bill just two-tenths of one percent. However, this does not seem realistic. You should consult your benefit advisors as soon as possible as to the issues and costs of compliance. Previously, the Mental Health Parity Act of 1996 required group health plans to provide some comparable benefits for mental health treatment but most of the provisions were set to expire at the end of Also, over the last eight years, the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program has made parity coverage for mental health care available to members of Congress and 8.5 million other federal employees. So, some provisions existed before we got to the great bailout. It is estimated that 113 million Americans are suffering from mental illness. The non-profit organization Mental Health America estimates that 67% of adults and 80% of children requiring mental health services do not receive help, in large part because of discriminatory insurance practices. This was a bipartisan bill which has been struggling for passage for almost a decade through the leadership of Senator Edward M. Kennedy of Massachusetts and Patrick Kennedy of Rhode Island, as well as Republican Senator Pete Domenici of New Mexico. Senator Domenici led the fight because he has a daughter diagnosed with schizophrenia. So, the great financial bailout of 2008 had far more in it than one could ever imagine. Not only is the financial impact of the bailout bill still undecided, but so is the economic impact to employers facing this new governmental requirement for mental health parity. For further information regarding the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, contact Bob Dunlevey at Dunlevey, Mahan & Furry (937) Page 38

39 BX Members! DON T LET YOUR SMALL ISSUES TURN INTO BIG LEGAL PROBLEMS Your Legal Services Plan gives you one FREE consultation per month with Dunlevey Mahan & Furry Call Bob Dunlevey at and mention the BX Legal Services Plan For Newsletter and Website Advertising Opportunities Call Barb Burgie at: (614) or your request to: barb@burgiemediafusion.com Page 39

40 BUSINESS PRACTICES SEMINAR SERIES FOR OCILB CEU CREDITS November 18, :00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. The Engineer s Club of Dayton, 110 E. Monument Ave., Dayton, Ohio Course Outline 7:00 a.m. Registration and Breakfast SESSION 1 Managing Today s Workforce and Their Impact on Your Corporate Image and Values Four (4) Hours of Business 7:30 11:30 a.m. Presented by: Dr. Dene Berman, PhD of Lifespan Counseling Associates This session is designed to help Business Owners and Upper Management understand better the dynamics that are at work in dealing with their employees. The session will cover the issues of cultural diversity, generational diversity, work habits, appearance, the concept of entitlement, and substance abuse. The session will also look at the impact of these issues on your Corporate Image and your Corporate Values. How does your customer base view your business and how can you control that perception. Also, how do your corporate values mesh with your employees goals and work ethic. Dr. Berman will be covering these topics through a dynamic, audience participation learning experience. Participants will come away with many insights as to how they might want to change the way they are managing their business. SESSION 2 The Future of Workers Compensation - Public Monopoly or Private Insurance? Two (2) Hours of Business 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Presented by: Gary Auman, Esq. of Dunlevey, Mahan, and Furry Andre Bradley of Compensation Consultants, Inc. Dale Derr of James A. Lent Insurance Agency, Inc. This panel discussion on Reforming the Ohio Workers Compensation System is designed to discuss the impact of the historical and current workers compensation system on the construction industry. We will also be discussing the changes that the Bureau of Workers Compensation is currently considering; and we will be reviewing how the Ohio system compares to states with private insurance. Is the grass really greener on the other side? From inside Ohio s monopoly system, many have wondered if private insurance would be a better alternative to our system. The panel will try to do an apples to apples comparison to see if there is a true benefit to a private insurance system for the construction industry. This session will not only be informative, it will also offer you a chance to ask any questions you may have of these industry professionals. It will also give you the opportunity to express your opinion about our system for Workers Compensation. SESSION 3 - What Your Bank is Going to Want Now and the Reports You Really Need to Manage Your Business Four (4) Hours of Business - 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Presented by: Antonette Lucente, Blue Gill Consulting Group, LLC The Reports you Really Need to Manage Your Business - Every business usually has several key reports to manage their business. Today, those reports that used to be reviewed monthly or several times a year will now become weekly, if not daily. What are those Key Performance Indicators for your business? A discussion of what Key Performance Indicators are, how to use them, how frequently to use them and what changes you might make with the results. What Your Bank is Going to Want Now - Getting financing for your business will be very different from days past. Measurements that were not as important are now taking a front seat. What will be the Credit Process for Small Business Owners in today s uncertain world? This course will introduce from a banker s point of view what steps a business owner and top management will need to take today to ensure their credit worthiness. The background of sources and types of funding available will be discussed including the Four stages of development of a business. Common loan features will be discussed, types of loan agreements and the all important how will the bank get paid. The risks to the bank are higher these days and this frank discussion will require more emphasis on Credit Analysis. The Five C s of Credit Analysis will be reviewed with the new emphasis under the new climate in the financial world.

41 AMERICAN SUBCONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION OF THE MIAMI VALLEY, OHIO SESSION 1 REGISTRATION FORM Managing Today s Workforce and Their Impact on Your Corporate Image and Values November 18, 2008 at The Engineer s Club of Dayton Four (4) Hours of Business in HVAC, Plumbing, Hydronics, Refrigeration, & Electrical 7:00 a.m. Registration and Breakfast 7:30-11:30 a.m. Session 1 Name of Firm Address of Firm PH: FX: We will be sending the following individuals to attend SESSION 1 from our firm: NAME OHIO STATE LICENSE NUMBER (If Applicable for OCILB Credit) The cost is $160 per person for ASA Members; $300 per person for non-members* *If a firm submits a membership application to ASA, they will immediately receive the registration discount for members. Total amount due $ Make a check payable to ASA and send it along with the registration form or fill out the credit card information below: [ ] VISA [ ] Master Card [ ] American Express Card Number Exp. Date Name Appearing on Card Signature Return To: 2077 Embury Park Rd. Dayton, Ohio OR FX:

42 AMERICAN SUBCONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION OF THE MIAMI VALLEY, OHIO SESSION 2 REGISTRATION FORM The Future of Workers Compensation - Public Monopoly or Private Insurance? November 18, 2008 at The Engineer s Club of Dayton Two (2) Hours of Business in HVAC, Plumbing, Hydronics, Refrigeration, & Electrical 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Name of Firm Address of Firm PH: FX: We will be sending the following individuals to attend SESSION 2 from our firm: NAME OHIO STATE LICENSE NUMBER (If Applicable for OCILB Credit) The cost is $80 per person for ASA Members; $150 per person for non-members* *If a firm submits a membership application to ASA, they will immediately receive the registration discount for members. Total amount due $ Make a check payable to ASA and send it along with the registration form or fill out the credit card information below: [ ] VISA [ ] Master Card [ ] American Express Card Number Exp. Date Name Appearing on Card Signature Return To: 2077 Embury Park Rd. Dayton, Ohio OR FX: Page 42

43 AMERICAN SUBCONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION OF THE MIAMI VALLEY, OHIO SESSION 3 REGISTRATION FORM What Your Bank is Going to Want Now and the Reports You Really Need to Manage Your Business November 18, 2008 at The Engineer s Club of Dayton Four (4) Hours of Business in HVAC, Plumbing, Hydronics, Refrigeration, & Electrical 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Name of Firm Address of Firm PH: FX: We will be sending the following individuals to attend SESSION 3 from our firm: NAME OHIO STATE LICENSE NUMBER (If Applicable for OCILB Credit) The cost is $160 per person for ASA Members; $300 per person for non-members* *If a firm submits a membership application to ASA, they will immediately receive the registration discount for members. Total amount due $ Make a check payable to ASA and send it along with the registration form or fill out the credit card information below: [ ] VISA [ ] Master Card [ ] American Express Card Number Exp. Date Name Appearing on Card Signature Return To: 2077 Embury Park Rd. Dayton, Ohio OR FX:

44 MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS OF THE DAYTON BUILDERS EXCHANGE AN ASSOCIATION OF CONSTRUCTION-RELATED FIRMS JOINED TOGETHER TO PROVIDE THEIR COMPANIES WITH NEEDED SERVICES TO COLLECTIVELY WORK TOGETHER TOWARDS THE BETTERMENT OF THE GREATER MIAMI VALLEY CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY. FULL SERVICE PLAN ROOM and ONLINE NEWS, REPORTING & PLANS ACCESS! More than 1500 project drawings are filed annually in the DBX Plan Room and online. Local projects are physically filed in our plan room, and projects for all of Ohio can be accessed at no additional charge from plan room computer stations. Now you can also opt for subscription services and you can access, filter, and search all of this information from your own office - see bid lists, track project info, get addendum updates in real time. View prints online, print to your own office or order your specified pages from the DBX! Call today for subscription info and info on additional services such as Private Projects and Private Planroom! THE The DBX Construction Journal is published every month. It includes projects filed in the Plan Room, regional court news, lien filings, area industry news articles, and educational seminar notices. WORKERS COMPENSATION GROUP PREMIUM DISCOUNT PLAN A Workers Compensation Group Premium Discount Plan available to members that provides up to a 95% discount on workers compensation premiums. GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE SAVINGS PROGRAM CIA The DBX has partnered with the Construction Industry Alliance to offer collective buying power for our members. This plan offers no state premium taxes and multiple insurance options with significant savings! PREFERRED FLEET PROGRAM Purchase trucks, cars, vans, forklifts, and more for your fleet or for you or your employees personal use. This program combines manufacturer s rebates and promotional offers with from the factory direct savings as well as Service Discounts, Employee Pricing for your employees, and Exclusive Financing for Purchase or Lease! DHL GROUP SHIPPING DISCOUNTS Easy to apply for, easy to use, real discounts on all your shipping needs through DHL SAFETY SEMINAR SERIES This includes Quarterly Safety Directors Meetings and a series of safety seminars including OSHA 10 hour, OSHA 30 Hour, Confined Space, and Powered Industrial Truck. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE TRAINING SERVICE DBX offers this in conjunction with Working Partners. Working Partners is recognized throughout the industry for their consulting expertise in Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace training and policy development. LEGAL SERVICES PLAN This plan provides members with the ability to get back their investment in dues many times over. Every DBX Member is entitled to one free telephone consultation per month with attorney Bob Dunlevey of Dunlevey, Mahan and Furry. This firm specializes in Labor Law, OSHA and Construction Contract Law. TEAMBUILDING NIGHT This is an annual event where the DBX provides an evening for General Contractors and Subcontractors to renew business acquaintances and to establish new business contact between Generals and Subs. The evening also includes the presentation of the Annual DBX Craftsmanship and Architectural Awards. ANNUAL GOLF OUTING DBX sponsors an annual golf outing that includes the membership of several area related trade associations FULL TIME ASSOCIATION STAFF DBX Members received the service of a full time staff; ready to give direct answers to your questions or to find the source with the answer you need. We are always her to help with your issues and needs!

45 COMPANY NAME: COMPANY ADDRESS: CITY STATE ZIP PHONE FAX URL: In Business Since DBX Member Reference: Primary Contact Person: Address: Additional Contact Name: Address: Additional Contact Name: Address: Architect Conveying Systems Fire Protection Millwork Asphalt/Paving Doors/Hardware/ Flooring/Marble/Tile Painting/Décor Attorney/Law Partitions General Contractor Roofing Banking/Financial Drilling Consultants Glass/Glazing/Windows Sheet Metal Bonding/Insurance Drywall/Plaster/Ceiling Insulation Steel Erection/Fab. Carpentry Electrical Labor Union Supplier Communications Elevators Landscaping Trade Association Concrete Engineer Masonry Underground Utilities Concrete/Masonry Equipment Rental Mech./HVAC/Plumbing Waterproofing Supplier Excavating Mechanical/HVAC Supplier Wrecking Construction Fencing Other Services Send me info on DBX: Workers Comp Discount Program Health Insurance Program Legal Services Plan Legislative Activities Committee Participation Drug Free Workplace Training Fleet Program Other This application for membership into the Dayton Builders Exchange is made subject to the Bylaws and Rules governing such membership. It is understood and agreed that, if and when approved by the Board of Directors, the applicant shall maintain his/her membership in good standing and shall terminate if only in writing and only after all obligations to the Dayton Builders Exchange have been met. Please indicate level of service for October through December of 2008: Annual Membership for : $ Membership plus Online News and Reporting Service: $ Membership, News and Reporting Service, plus *Full Online Service Upgrade : $ (Full Upgrade includes access to all plans and specs online from any computer) Enclosed is a check for my 2008 services Please bill by Visa Please bill by MasterCard Please bill my American Express Card Number Exp. Date Signature Billing Zip Please return to: DBX Embury Park Road - Dayton, Ohio Fax: (937)

46 SIGN UP FOR A FREE TRIAL TODAY We invite you to try our service for free so that you can see the information and value we offer to your company. Try a reporting service for the first time, or see how our reports stack up against your current news provider! $700 per year $900 per year $1560 per year Standard Membership: 24/7 access to the physical planroom resources plus all DBX Membership Benefits News & Reporting Subscription + Membership: DBX Benefits plus access to project info online at your convenience, including bid lists, customized tracking, bid info & statistical data Subscription Upgrade + Membership: DBX benefits, News & Reporting Subscription, plus the ability to look at full plans, specs and addenda online with access to take-off tools, document sharing, and our powerful SAM Search! Please fill out and return by fax to John Grandetti at or go online to: to start your free trial! Company Name: Address: City: Phone: Zip: Fax: Web: Contact Name: 2077 Embury Park Road, Dayton, Ohio 45414, P: , F: info@bxdayton.org - OR Page 46

47 SAVE TIME. FIND JOBS. MAKE MONEY. Your newest source for construction news in the Miami Valley is Project Reporting Services Real-time project updates, from pre-bid to contract award Online specs, plans, addenda and statistical data Complete and updated bid lists Customized searches for your trade and territory 2600 projects currently in pre-bid 2,337 projects reported to date in SW Ohio in Private & Public Bid Work Fleet Discount Program for company and personal vehicle purchases Health Insurance Discounts through the CIA Program Workers Comp Group Rating Plan up to a 95% discount Diverse Educational Offerings including Business Management Seminars, OSHA, BWC-DFWP, Safety Directors Roundtables, Tech Sessions & more! Legal Services Plan Team Building Night & DBX/ASA Golf Outing 2077 Embury Park Road Dayton, Ohio P: F: Page 47

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49 Workers Comp Group Rating Enrollment Forms Mailed Qualifying Businesses Should Respond Quickly Savings quotes and enrollment packets for Compensation Consultants Inc (CCI) and the Buckeye Workers Compensation Alliance Workers Compensation Group Rating Program will soon be sent to newly qualifying applicants. Once the enrollment packet is received, qualifying companies should return the forms immediately to CCI to ensure enrollment in our group rating program. Our deadline for receipt of enrollment forms is February 25, Companies currently enrolled in a CCI Group Rating Program do not have to re-apply and will not receive an enrollment packet. Renewal for the group rating year is automatic as long as your company continues to meet the re-enrollment criteria. If your company has not requested a no-cost, no-obligation quote for the group plan year, please contact CCI today at / info@ccitpa.com or apply on-line at groupratingapplication. Because group rating has a limited window for enrollment, it is important to apply immediately for the plan year. The deadline to request a quote is January 25, 2009, so complete and return your application to CCI as soon as possible. Page 49

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53 The Mason Contractors Association of Dayton Accept Nothing Less than EXCELLENCE! For the BEST in masonry craftsmanship on EVERY project, call for an MCAD Contractor! For a full member listing call: Page 53

54 SHEET METAL JAC PROVIDES LAGGING COURSE The Sheet Metal & Roofing Contractors Association of the Miami Valley, Ohio (SMRCA) and Sheet Metal Workers Local Union No. 24 (SMWIA) Joint Apprenticeship Committee (JAC) graduated 17 Journeymen from their Sheet Metal Lagging Training Program held in September, at the JAC Training Center located on Poe Avenue in Vandalia. The JAC offers instruction in the fabrication and application of Sheet Metal Lagging as a part of its ongoing Apprentice Training Program. This course however, was an intensive advanced course for Journeymen. The course curriculum was provided by the International Training Institute (ITI), along with close reference to the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA) nationally published standards manual Accepted Industry Practices For Sheet Metal Lagging. The course included accepted practices in lagging for types of materials, lagging support systems, expansion and contraction; joint & edge sealing; noise and sound control; weight considerations; tanks; round and rectangular flue and duct; flashing; doors and openings; pre-insulated panels; buckstays; drawings; seismic restraint provisions; wind loading; and specialties. Eugene Frazier is the JAC Coordinator for both Journeymen and Apprentice training. Eugene, along with the Joint Apprenticeship Committee is looking into several areas of specialty sheet metal training that will be offered to SMWIA 24 Members. Copies of the SMACNA Accepted Industry Practices for Sheet Metal Lagging Manual may be obtained from SMRCA by contacting Kate kasbury@assnsoffice.com (937) at the Association Office. A copy of the manual is also on file for your convenience and use in the Dayton Builders Exchange Reference Library located in the Builders Exchange Building, 2077 Embury Park Rd., Dayton, Ohio Page 54

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56 KERBER AND SPEARS NAMED TO SMACNA COMMITTEES Kathy Kerber of Kerber Sheet Metal Works, Troy was named to the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA) Architectural Sheet Metal Council Steering Committee for a two year term. Howard (Mack) Spears of Reliable Electrical Mechanical Services, Piqua was named to the SMACNA HVAC Contractors Council Steering Committee for an additional year, to his original two year term. These national committees are responsible for SMACNA Standards Development and Educational Seminar Planning in their respective areas. SMACNA is known worldwide for its development of Standards Manuals in the Sheet Metal Industry. SMACNA is also recognized for its high quality education programs that are provided to their contactor members and end users of sheet metal applications. Kathy is currently First Vice President of the local SMACNA Chapter. Mack Spears is serving as President of the Chapter. SHEET METAL JAC RECEIVES NATIONAL CAD DETAILING CERTIFICATION The Sheet Metal & Roofing Contractors Association of the Miami Valley, Ohio (SMRCA) and Sheet Metal Workers Local No. 24 (SMWIA) Joint Apprenticeship Training Program (JAC) received national certification from the International Training Institute (ITI) for training in Computer Aided Design (CAD) Detailing. Apprentice and Journeymen Instructor John Schwytzer received the CAD Detailing certification from ITI as an Approved Instructor; and the JAC Computer Lab was certified by ITI as a CAD Certified Detailing Training Facility John was required to successfully complete an intensive national curriculum in order to be approved as an Instructor. This training not only included the technical side of teaching CAD, but also included courses on instruction techniques teaching detailing. The JAC Training Facility received its certification by successfully completing a Facility Audit, which verified that the computer lab, where the instruction is to be given, meets the required technical standards. In receiving this certification, the JAC is now permitted to instruct Journeymen and Apprentices Sheet Metal Workers in CAD, using the newly developed ITI CAD coordination software. This will provide affiliate firms of Local No. 24 a pool of highly skilled employees using this new CAD system. Eugene Frazier is the JAC Coordinator and is advised by a six member committee made up of volunteer representatives of SMRCA and SMWIA. PICTURED ABOVE: John Schwytzer, Journeymen and Apprentice Instructor Page 56

57 COURT DECISION NO IMPACT ON NON-COMPETE There has been some discussion that a recent Supreme Court of Ohio decision concerning the Ohio Trades Secret Act has made non-compete clauses broader in scope and easier to enforce. This does not seem to be the case as was reported at a recent Membership Meeting of the Sheet Metal and Roofing Contractors Association of the Miami Valley, Ohio (SMRCA). Stan Dubrowski of the Legal Firm of Calfee, Halter, Griswold stated that the case dealt with the specific issue that protected trade secret information does not lose its character as a trade secret under the Uniform Trade Secrets Act (TUSA) merely because a former employee memorized it rather than writing it down or copying it in some other tangible medium. A trade secret is defined as Informatino, including any business information or plans, financial information, or listing of names, addresses, or telephone numbers, that satisfies both of the following: (1) it derives independent economic value, actual or potential, from not being generally known to, and not being readily ascertainable by proper means by, other persons who can obtain economic value from its disclosure or use. (2) It is the subject of efforts that are reasonable under the circumstances to maintain its secrecy. In summary, this court decision was very specific and employers still must use non-compete clause to protect their rights. Jumble Answers: From Left to Right CONNECT FILTER PLUNGE ENCLOSE CONFLUENCE Page 57

58 DBX MEETING ROOM SERVICE WITH WiFi Access & Boston Stoker Coffee: One of the services that your DBX Membership offers is access to our meeting room space. Our Meeting Rooms are available for member use only. We have the Board Room with a conference table that can seat up to 10 people comfortably and we have the education room, which can seat up to 20 people classroom style and 30 people theater style. There is no cost to members for the use of the rooms. There is however, a $10.00 per use cost for the Board Room and $20.00 per use cost for the Education Room if you want coffee provided for your meeting. But this isn t just any coffee, it s our new array of official Boston Stoker coffee and coffee syrups! The DBX can also provide audio visual equipment which can be used in either room at no additional charge. We have also equipped the Planroom, Education Room, and Board Room as WiFi Hot Spots! Rental of these rooms are FREE to members! Call Rachel Pinkus at: (937) or her at rpinkus@assnsoffice.com for all the details. CLASSIFIEDS Office Space Available Leased by Moss Properties- Small Offices and Suites Available at 2077 Embury Park Road. Close proximity to DBX Plan Room makes this location ideal for any Construction Related Firm- Shared Conference Room Facility Plus Large Meeting Space Reservations Cable-ready, Newly Remodeled Facility Includes Utilities, Trash, Cleaning Service And Security System Contact Rachel Pinkus at: Office Page 58

59 EVERYONE MAKES PROMISES ABOUT THEIR QUALITY. We offer you the PROOF! The MCA of Greater Dayton From design to construction and service - Mechanical Contractors Association of Greater Dayton Members prove their value on every PLUMBING, PIPING & HVAC PROJECT Bader Mechanical, Inc. CJH Mechanical, Inc. DeBra-Kuempel Company Frebco, Inc. Frye Mechanical, Inc. GM Mechanical, Inc. Hobbs Industrial Piping Keeran Mechanical Service Kettering-Oakwood Plumbing Leonard Mechanical Services Linc Mechanical Services MG Heating & Air Osterfeld Champion Service Max Duke Joe Hamilton Bob Cupp Larry Crablill Rodney Frye Gerald E. Miller Greg Hobbs John Keeran Claude Hatfield Rick Leonard Steven Runyon Gary Macintosh Warren Smith Peck-Hannaford & Briggs Jim Briggs Precision Piping, Inc. John Kindell Process Construction, Inc. Clem Fennell Reliable Electrical & Mechanical Mack Spears Response Mechanical, Inc. Rick Applegate Response Piping Systems Karen Zehme Rieck Mechanical Services Mark Keller RPC Mechanical - Dayton Frank Ross S&D Osterfeld Mechanical Jim Arnett South Dayton Refrigeration Gary Kohlbacher Starco, Inc. Howard Krisher Superior Mechanical Services Dave Heidenreich Willis Refrigeration Co. Steve Willis Page 59

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