The National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) is now an ANSI Accredited Standards Developer.
The ANSI Executive Standards Council (ExSC) has approved the accreditation of NFRC's operating procedures for documenting consensus on proposed American National Standards effective November 4, 2009.
NFRC will now submit its rating standards such as NFRC 100 and 200 for full public review as required by the ANSI process.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Executive Director Looks Forward to NFRC's 20th Anniversary
The National Fenestration Rating Council celebrates its 20th anniversary this year at its upcoming Fall Membership Meeting at the Sheraton Gunter Hotel in San Antonio, Texas.
The meeting is slated for November 16-19.
"Since its creation in 1989, the NFRC has become the recognized leader for independent and credible rating and certification programs for fenestration product energy performance," says Jim Benney, NFRC's executive director. "NFRC is excited to be celebrating its anniversary with members and staff in San Antonio."
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The meeting is slated for November 16-19.
"Since its creation in 1989, the NFRC has become the recognized leader for independent and credible rating and certification programs for fenestration product energy performance," says Jim Benney, NFRC's executive director. "NFRC is excited to be celebrating its anniversary with members and staff in San Antonio."
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009
ICC Code Development Hearings Underway in Baltimore
The International Code Council's (ICC) Code Development Hearings are happening right now at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland.
A number of code change proposals for the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) have been presented, leading to some changes.
EC13, proposed by the Department of Energy (DOE) has been approved. This results in reduced U-factors for residential fenestration and skylights. ICC also passed EC34. This reduced residential fenestration U-factors in the South. This resulted in no requirement for U-factors in 1, 0.40 in zone 2, 0.35 in zones 3-4 and 0.32 in zones 5-8.
If you are in the area, please stop by and visit NFRC at booth #148.
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A number of code change proposals for the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) have been presented, leading to some changes.
EC13, proposed by the Department of Energy (DOE) has been approved. This results in reduced U-factors for residential fenestration and skylights. ICC also passed EC34. This reduced residential fenestration U-factors in the South. This resulted in no requirement for U-factors in 1, 0.40 in zone 2, 0.35 in zones 3-4 and 0.32 in zones 5-8.
If you are in the area, please stop by and visit NFRC at booth #148.
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PAMA Discusses Manufacture and Installation of Awnnings
NFRC is proud to have the Professional Awning Manufacturers Association (PAMA) as one of its sponsors during its Fall Membership Meeting in San Antonio, Texas, November 16-19.
According to PAMA's Website, any custom-manufactured awning, typically has is a short lead time for quality work to be accomplished. For canvas awnings, this can mean as little as three weeks. Of course, this varies depending on the time of the year (summer typically is the busiest part of the year), and it is not unusual for this lead time to run longer, especially in seasonal climates.
PAMA
According to PAMA's Website, any custom-manufactured awning, typically has is a short lead time for quality work to be accomplished. For canvas awnings, this can mean as little as three weeks. Of course, this varies depending on the time of the year (summer typically is the busiest part of the year), and it is not unusual for this lead time to run longer, especially in seasonal climates.
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AAMA 507 Defeated by Narrow Margin
The AAMA 507 proposal to the IECC failed at committee by a narrow margin 6-5.
The AAMA 507 was proposed to serve as an an alternative to the NFRC 100 site built procedure, for the rating (but not certification) of commercial fenestration products.
The AAMA 507 was proposed to serve as an an alternative to the NFRC 100 site built procedure, for the rating (but not certification) of commercial fenestration products.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Interim Executive Director for NESEA to Attend White House Clean Energy Forum
The Interim Executive Director for the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) will attend the White House Clean Energy Forum on November 2 in Washington D.C.
Jennifer Marrapese, JD, MA will participate in the forum, where a select group of regional national energy leaders to discuss the following:
Jennifer Marrapese, JD, MA will participate in the forum, where a select group of regional national energy leaders to discuss the following:
- The ongoing debate over our energy future
- How we respond to the realities of climate change
- How we can all contribute to a positive outcome
NFRC to Exhibit at ICC Annual Conference in Baltimore Next Week
NFRC will exhibit at the International Code Conference's Annual Meeting in Baltimore, November 1 until November 3.
According to the ICC Website, "The Conference is a uniquely efficient opportunity to reach a large and diverse group of code officials, contractors, architects, inspectors, builders, design professionals, fire service professionals, plans examiners, and engineers to share your knowledge and expertise."
Show Hours: Sunday, November 1, 2009 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Monday, November 2, 2009 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Tuesday, November 3, 2009 1:00 pm – 6:30 pm Welcoming Reception: Sunday, November 1, 2009 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm .
If you happen to be in Baltimore next week, be sure to stop by and see us. We'll be happy to answer your questions.
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According to the ICC Website, "The Conference is a uniquely efficient opportunity to reach a large and diverse group of code officials, contractors, architects, inspectors, builders, design professionals, fire service professionals, plans examiners, and engineers to share your knowledge and expertise."
Show Hours: Sunday, November 1, 2009 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Monday, November 2, 2009 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Tuesday, November 3, 2009 1:00 pm – 6:30 pm Welcoming Reception: Sunday, November 1, 2009 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm .
If you happen to be in Baltimore next week, be sure to stop by and see us. We'll be happy to answer your questions.
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