February 07

RCI Enews

Let's Spend the Night Together
RCI Foundation Reception & Fundraising Event

Saturday Night's Top Venue!

Come join us Saturday night, March 3, from 7:15 pm to 10:00 PM at the RCI Foundation reception during the RCI convention. Admission is complimentary to registered convention attendees.

Thanks to the generosity of the event sponsor, GAF Materials Corp., the action-filled evening will feature complimentary heavy hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine, and music. Mistress of ceremonies, Helene Hardy Pierce, will be offering attendees a chance to answer challenge questions to win prizes generously donated by the Florida Chapter of RCI, the Ontario Chapter of RCI, Bohan Advertising/Marketing, and others.

The evening's grand finale will offer the opportunity to win some amazing raffle prizes, (you must be present to win) including a Fender Stratocaster autographed by Mick Jagger. The price for a ticket is $75, a small investment that will let you have a chance on one of these three items:

- Doorway to the Future Prize #1: A two-person, seven-day cruise with Holland America Lines - you pick the time, you pick the destination. Generously donated by: Robb G. Smith, RRC, RRO, FRCI.

- Doorway to the Future Prize #2: A high quality humidor filled with premium cigars. Generously donated by: Albert J. Duwyn, RRC, FRCI.

- Doorway to the Future Prize #3: A mystery prize offered through the combined generous donations of Carlisle SynTec, Inc., Firestone Building Products, and Siplast.

All tickets will also be entered into the drawing for the Grand Prize:

- An authentic Fender Stratocaster Guitar, autographed by Rolling Stones lead singer Mick Jagger. Estimated retail value: $8,000.

You may purchase as many tickets as you like to increase your chances for the prizes of your choice! For more information about this event or to buy raffle tickets, inquire at the RCI Convention Registration Desk.

New Convention Program Added:
George Smith to Summarize Changes to the
FM Approval Process

George Smith of FM Approvals will offer a presentation of the FM approval process at the RCI 22nd International Convention & Trade Show. The discussion will be held Friday, March 2 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando, Florida.

Smith will discuss new approval standards for steep-slope roofing and recent changes to roofing related data sheets. The program will conclude with an overview of RoofNav, FM's free web-based roof configuration tool.

George Smith holds an MS degree in civil engineering and a BS degree in civil engineering from Northeastern University. He joined FM Approvals in 1974 and has over 30 years experience with building materials testing and certification of building products.

Smith is a registered professional engineer in Massachusetts. He is also an active member of ASTM committee E05 on Fire Tests, E06 on Buildings, and D08 for Roofing and Waterproofing. Smith is the Chairman of the ASTM D08.23 committee on Laboratory Accreditation of Roof Testing Laboratories. He represents FM Approvals on the ICC-ES, Inc. Laboratory Accreditation Advisory Council.


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Upcoming RCI Events

February 1 - 2
Professional Roof Consulting
San Diego, CA

February 3
RRC Exam
San Diego, CA

March 1-6
RCI 22nd International Convention & Trade Show
Orlando, FL

April 10-11
Roof Technology & Science I
San Antonio, TX

April 12-13
Roof Technology & Science II
San Antonio, TX

April 26
SPRI Wind Design Meeting
Dallas, TX

April 27
Region I Meeting
Mt. Laurel, NJ

April 27
Region III Meeting
Dallas, TX


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RCI E-learning Program:
Roofing Basics Course Now Available Online

Furthering RCI's commitment to provide top-quality education to the building community, RCI is proud to announce the availability of the association's first e-learning program: Roofing Basics.

Roofing Basics is an introductory level program which yields four Continuing Educational Hours (CEHs) from RCI. This online course offers students basic information of low-slope roofing and its primary role in the commercial roofing market. The program is available at the new RCI e-learning web site: [www.rci-e-learning.org].

For a limited time, through May 6, 2007, the Roofing Basics e-learning program is available to RCI members and nonmembers at special introductory prices. The RCI member price is $50 and the nonmember price is $100. The regular prices for this program will be announced and implemented after May 6.

To receive CEH credits and a course completion certificate you must complete the course and achieve a grade of 70% or better on the course's final quiz.

E-learning courses are a convenient, cost effective way to fulfill continuing educational needs at your own pace whenever you have time. There is no need for costly travel or hotel accommodations. All you need is access to a computer and the Internet

For more information visit the RCI e-learning web site:[www.rci-e-learning.org].

 
RCI Director of Technical Services Sought


RCI is seeking a Director of Technical Services for its Raleigh, NC headquarters staff.

Read the Position Description:
[www.rci-online.org/downloads/RCI-TechSrvs-Position.pdf]
.

Submit cover letter with salary expectations and resume to:
RCI, Inc.
1500 Sunday Dr. Suite 204
Raleigh, NC 27607
Attn: Human Resources Dept.

You may also submit the information to the RCI general e-mail address:rci@rci-online.org. No telephone calls please.

 

 

RCI Trade Show Exhibit Space Available

Excellent exhibit spaces are still available for the RCI Trade Show, March 3-4, 2007 in Orlando, Florida. Don't miss this opportunity to access one of the industry's most influential groups of decision makers for the specification of roofing, waterproofing and building envelope materials.

Exhibit hours are: Saturday, March 3 from 3:15 PM to 7:15 PM and Sunday, March 4 from 9:30 am to 1:00 PM

Exhibit setup times are: Friday, March 2 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM and Saturday, March 3 from 8:00 am to 1:00 PM Exhibit dismantle time is Sunday, March 4 from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

For more information regarding available exhibit spaces, contact William Myers by e-mail or call: 800-828-1902.

Find more information online at:
[www.rci-online.org/international-convention-ep.html].

 

 

 
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