NFRC Committees and Subcommittees have prepared 21 ballots for membership review, vote, and comment (one vote per member company).
Members are encouraged to download voting forms and documents from the NFRC’s website at: http://nfrc.org/NFRC_Spring-2010_BallotPage.aspx. The changes proposed by the working groups are open for vote and commenting through Wednesday, March 24, 2010. The NFRC is a membership organization that values deeply the contribution of its diverse membership.
Thanks in advance for participating in this important process. The NFRC’s Spring Membership Meeting in New Orleans will be held April 12-15, 2010. Online Registration and additional meeting information can be found online at http://www.nfrc.org/upcomingmeeting.aspx. Please be in touch with NFRC’s Meetings Department if we can assist you in any way at 301/589-1776 ext. 201.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Haddon Windows Purchases Intellectual Property Rights from Speyer Door and Window, Inc.
Haddon Windows, LLC, the owner of Accu-Weld Windows & Doors is pleased to announce the purchase of the intellectual property and assets of Speyer Door & Window, Inc. of Boca Raton, Florida. Jordan, Knauff & Company served as exclusive advisor to Speyer in this transaction.
Speyer has developed a comprehensive portfolio of patented and patent pending technologies to lock and seal the full perimeter of entry doors, sliding doors, overhead doors and windows. The Speyer technology enhances the safety, security, and energy efficiency of products on which they are used.
In laboratory tests, Speyer’s products have exhibited superior performance in the areas of air and water infiltration, energy efficiency, impact resistance, and resistance to forced entry. These characteristics make the broad array of products utilizing the Speyer technology, which will be produced and marketed by Accu-Weld, ideal in settings from the wind zone to cold climates and urban centers throughout the country.
John Haddon Jr., president of Accu-Weld, stated “The Speyer technology is unlike anything that we’ve seen announced in the marketplace. We are focused on delivering market leading energy efficiency and security capabilities and are excited about the potential of these technologies in our products. These unique and patented capabilities greatly complement our Secura-Seal line of entry doors. During the next few months we will expand our dealer channel in anticipation of market launch.”
Kip Speyer, the president and co-founder of Speyer, said of the transaction, “We’re delighted to be working closely with the Haddon family. We look forward to the rollout of products utilizing the revolutionary technology that we created over the last four years.”
Speyer has developed a comprehensive portfolio of patented and patent pending technologies to lock and seal the full perimeter of entry doors, sliding doors, overhead doors and windows. The Speyer technology enhances the safety, security, and energy efficiency of products on which they are used.
In laboratory tests, Speyer’s products have exhibited superior performance in the areas of air and water infiltration, energy efficiency, impact resistance, and resistance to forced entry. These characteristics make the broad array of products utilizing the Speyer technology, which will be produced and marketed by Accu-Weld, ideal in settings from the wind zone to cold climates and urban centers throughout the country.
John Haddon Jr., president of Accu-Weld, stated “The Speyer technology is unlike anything that we’ve seen announced in the marketplace. We are focused on delivering market leading energy efficiency and security capabilities and are excited about the potential of these technologies in our products. These unique and patented capabilities greatly complement our Secura-Seal line of entry doors. During the next few months we will expand our dealer channel in anticipation of market launch.”
Kip Speyer, the president and co-founder of Speyer, said of the transaction, “We’re delighted to be working closely with the Haddon family. We look forward to the rollout of products utilizing the revolutionary technology that we created over the last four years.”
NFRC to Exhibit at NESEA Conference in Boston
The National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) will be exhibiting at the Building Energy 2010 Conference, which will be held at the Seaport World Trade Center in Boston, MA from March 9 – March 11.
The conference is being held by the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA).
According to NESEA’s Website, the conference is designed to generate truly new ideas in the world of sustainability. Furthermore, Building Energy 2010 will enable architects, designers, planners, builders, policymakers, manufacturers, and installers to work together to explore new possibilities.
The theme for this year’s conference is Reduce, Retrofit, and Renew. Conference sessions will focus on emerging trends in renewable energy and energy retrofits for commercial and residential buildings.
The Trade Show features 160 exhibitors with the next generation of sustainable technologies and products.
If you happen to be in Boston, please visit NFRC at booth #1050. We look forward to seeing you.
The conference is being held by the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA).
According to NESEA’s Website, the conference is designed to generate truly new ideas in the world of sustainability. Furthermore, Building Energy 2010 will enable architects, designers, planners, builders, policymakers, manufacturers, and installers to work together to explore new possibilities.
The theme for this year’s conference is Reduce, Retrofit, and Renew. Conference sessions will focus on emerging trends in renewable energy and energy retrofits for commercial and residential buildings.
The Trade Show features 160 exhibitors with the next generation of sustainable technologies and products.
If you happen to be in Boston, please visit NFRC at booth #1050. We look forward to seeing you.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
ACE Training to be Featured During Upcoming NFRC Membership Meeting
NFRC will conduct CMA ACE Training on Thursday, April 15, 2010 during the afternoon and Friday, April 16, 2010 during the morning at the DoubleTree Hotel New Orleans in conjunction with its Spring Membership Meeting.
ACE Training provides education for those seeking certification to become an NFRC Approved Calculation Entity (ACE).
Please click here for registration information.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact jpadgett@nfrc.org.
For more information on the CMA Program and details regarding ACE, visit our Webpage.
ACE Training provides education for those seeking certification to become an NFRC Approved Calculation Entity (ACE).
Please click here for registration information.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact jpadgett@nfrc.org.
For more information on the CMA Program and details regarding ACE, visit our Webpage.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
John Lewis Speaks about NFRC at EduCode
John Lewis spoke during the opening night of the 2010 EduCode Show in Las Vegas. In part, Lewis discussed NFRC's mission and the Component Modeling Approach (CMA).
NFRC will be exhibiting at EduCode, which is being held at the Orleans Hotel and Casino, from Monday, February 21, 2010 until Friday, February 26, 2010.
If you happen to be in Las Vegas, please stop in and visit NFRC at Booth #1 in Salon "G." We'll be available from 7:00 a.m until 5:00 p.m.
View clips of John's presentation:
John on NFRC's mission
John on CMA
Saturday, February 20, 2010
NASEO to Host Webinar on Building Energy Code Training, Compliance, and Enforcement
The National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO) is reporting on its Website that it will host an American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) related Energy Code Training, Compliance, and Enforcement Webinar for state and local officials, and interested stakeholders.
The free Webinar will be held on February 26, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. (ET).
According to NASEO, the Webinar will provide guidance on compliance with Section 410 of the ARRA relating to building energy codes. It will also deliver practical information that will help states and municipalities improve their knowledge of building energy use, code development and implementation, technical assistance and training, code enforcement, and compliance verification.
Details
The free Webinar will be held on February 26, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. (ET).
According to NASEO, the Webinar will provide guidance on compliance with Section 410 of the ARRA relating to building energy codes. It will also deliver practical information that will help states and municipalities improve their knowledge of building energy use, code development and implementation, technical assistance and training, code enforcement, and compliance verification.
Details
Friday, February 19, 2010
Code Updates and Information from BCAP
The Buildings Code Assistance Project (BCAP) is reporting the following information:
EE Global 2010
Join over 700 of energy efficiency’s most notable leaders, representing 40+ countries, at the Energy Efficiency Global Forum & Exposition (EE Global), being held May 10-12, 2010 at the Washington DC Convention Center. With over 80% of 2009 participants self-identifying as executives or managers, EE Global 2010 will provide access to decision makers and offer executive-level insight and dialogue. Focusing solely on energy efficiency from the perspective of all energy end-use sectors (buildings, industrial and transportation), and with coverage of all cross-cutting issues (finance, policy, technology, and market transformation), EE Global serves as an exchange of best practices and policies for global implementation of energy efficiency.
Illinois
As directed by legislation approved in August, the Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB) has officially adopted the Illinois Energy Conservation Code, which became effective January 29. The new statewide code (71 IAC 600) incorporates the 2009 IECC for residential buildings and privately funded commercial buildings and ASHRAE 90.1-2007 for publicly funded commercial buildings (previously, there was not a mandatory residential statewide energy code based on the IECC). An automatic update provision directs the CDB to adopt each subsequent version of the IECC within nine months of its publication, with an effective date three months afterwards.
Connecticut
On October 15, the Codes Amendment Subcommittee (CAS) of the Connecticut Department of Public Safety’s State Codes and Standards Committee announced that it intended to review and consider proposals amending the 2009 IECC for inclusion in the 2010 Amendments to the 2005 State Building Code (which currently uses the 2006 IECC) to comply with Public Act 09-192. CAS met initially on December 9 and accepted proposals through December 31. The SCSC met again on January 27 to receive and review the proposed changes to the 2009 IECC.
Michigan
An ad hoc committee of building-related stakeholders within the Construction Code Commission (within the state’s Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth, or DELEG) has been reviewing proposed changes to the Michigan Uniform Energy Code, or MUEC (currently based on the 2003 IRC and ASHRAE 90.1-1999). The committee is expected to make its final recommendations on February 24 for a residential code equivalent to the 2009 IECC and a commercial code equivalent to ASHRAE 90.1-2007. The committee will then issue a proposed rule draft for public comment that must then pass through the state’s formal regulatory process. An effective date is hoped for some time between October 2010 and January 2011.
New York
After giving initial approval to a proposed state energy code update on December 16, the New York State Uniform Fire and Building Code Council has scheduled a series of four public hearings on the approved changes March 1-4. Public comments using this form will be accepted until March 15. The proposed 2010 Energy Conservation Construction Code of New York State would be based on the 2009 IECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2007 (the current ECCCNYS is based on the 2004 IECC supplement and ASHRAE 90.1-2004). The New York Department of State (NYS-DOS) hopes to implement the new energy code by the end of this year.
Pennsylvania
The 2009 Uniform Construction Code (UCC) – which incorporates the 2009 IECC with alternative compliance paths through the 2009 IRC (Chapter 11) and the 2009 Pennsylvania Alternative Residential Energy Provisions (PA-Alt) – was approved in December and became effective on January 1, 2010. This month, the Pennsylvania Builders Association filed for a preliminary injunction against the 2009 UCC. A hearing date has been scheduled for Monday, March 1 in the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania.
Tennessee
On January 28, a companion bills (HB 3215 and SB 3192) were introduced in the Tennessee House and Senate that would establish ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2007 as the minimum energy standard for all new buildings that are not 1- and 2-family dwellings. The bills, however, also allow jurisdictions to adopt Standard 90.1-2001, its equivalent, or a more stringent code. The state currently does not have a mandatory energy code for this construction. If it became law, the legislation would be effective July 1, 2010.
Details
EE Global 2010
Join over 700 of energy efficiency’s most notable leaders, representing 40+ countries, at the Energy Efficiency Global Forum & Exposition (EE Global), being held May 10-12, 2010 at the Washington DC Convention Center. With over 80% of 2009 participants self-identifying as executives or managers, EE Global 2010 will provide access to decision makers and offer executive-level insight and dialogue. Focusing solely on energy efficiency from the perspective of all energy end-use sectors (buildings, industrial and transportation), and with coverage of all cross-cutting issues (finance, policy, technology, and market transformation), EE Global serves as an exchange of best practices and policies for global implementation of energy efficiency.
Illinois
As directed by legislation approved in August, the Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB) has officially adopted the Illinois Energy Conservation Code, which became effective January 29. The new statewide code (71 IAC 600) incorporates the 2009 IECC for residential buildings and privately funded commercial buildings and ASHRAE 90.1-2007 for publicly funded commercial buildings (previously, there was not a mandatory residential statewide energy code based on the IECC). An automatic update provision directs the CDB to adopt each subsequent version of the IECC within nine months of its publication, with an effective date three months afterwards.
Connecticut
On October 15, the Codes Amendment Subcommittee (CAS) of the Connecticut Department of Public Safety’s State Codes and Standards Committee announced that it intended to review and consider proposals amending the 2009 IECC for inclusion in the 2010 Amendments to the 2005 State Building Code (which currently uses the 2006 IECC) to comply with Public Act 09-192. CAS met initially on December 9 and accepted proposals through December 31. The SCSC met again on January 27 to receive and review the proposed changes to the 2009 IECC.
Michigan
An ad hoc committee of building-related stakeholders within the Construction Code Commission (within the state’s Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth, or DELEG) has been reviewing proposed changes to the Michigan Uniform Energy Code, or MUEC (currently based on the 2003 IRC and ASHRAE 90.1-1999). The committee is expected to make its final recommendations on February 24 for a residential code equivalent to the 2009 IECC and a commercial code equivalent to ASHRAE 90.1-2007. The committee will then issue a proposed rule draft for public comment that must then pass through the state’s formal regulatory process. An effective date is hoped for some time between October 2010 and January 2011.
New York
After giving initial approval to a proposed state energy code update on December 16, the New York State Uniform Fire and Building Code Council has scheduled a series of four public hearings on the approved changes March 1-4. Public comments using this form will be accepted until March 15. The proposed 2010 Energy Conservation Construction Code of New York State would be based on the 2009 IECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2007 (the current ECCCNYS is based on the 2004 IECC supplement and ASHRAE 90.1-2004). The New York Department of State (NYS-DOS) hopes to implement the new energy code by the end of this year.
Pennsylvania
The 2009 Uniform Construction Code (UCC) – which incorporates the 2009 IECC with alternative compliance paths through the 2009 IRC (Chapter 11) and the 2009 Pennsylvania Alternative Residential Energy Provisions (PA-Alt) – was approved in December and became effective on January 1, 2010. This month, the Pennsylvania Builders Association filed for a preliminary injunction against the 2009 UCC. A hearing date has been scheduled for Monday, March 1 in the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania.
Tennessee
On January 28, a companion bills (HB 3215 and SB 3192) were introduced in the Tennessee House and Senate that would establish ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2007 as the minimum energy standard for all new buildings that are not 1- and 2-family dwellings. The bills, however, also allow jurisdictions to adopt Standard 90.1-2001, its equivalent, or a more stringent code. The state currently does not have a mandatory energy code for this construction. If it became law, the legislation would be effective July 1, 2010.
Details
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