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Serving the induStrial/cOmmercial inSulatiOn and abatement induStrieS

The New Year is always a good time to reflect on the year past and what challenges and opportu-nities are in front of us. For some of us this past year we lost loved ones, several insulation indus-try pioneers and saw many new faces come into the industry. We continue to see consolidation with our Manufactures, Distributors, Contractors and Customers throughout the industry remind-ing us of an ever changing world.

With oil production at all-time highs and con-servation efforts having a positive impact we are seeing the global competitive landscape improving in the US. As our economy recovers, a shortage of construction labor throughout our markets exists and current predictions dictate action today. For years we have seen our labor force deteriorate as many left the industry for other pursuits and not enough entering a career in construction.

Message from the President

Mike FeeherySWICA President

2012-2014

At SWICA we had a busy year. From the Expo and Craft Competition, “Benefits of Mechanical Insulation” Video, Conference, Golf Tourna-ment, Website, Flash drives to the active partici-pation with NIA and working for the common interests and goals of all our members were just some of the accomplishments this past year.

We continue to take on challenges our industry faces and encourage all to take an active role in raising the awareness of Mechanical Insulation and attracting our youth to the industry. There are many opportunities for you to be involved throughout 2014 and beyond. Information on what and how you can help is detailed in this issue.

I would personally like to thank Kenny Freeman of Petrin for the many years of service on our board including Past President, NIA Representa-tive and committee chair. Kenny left our board to be able to devote more time at NIA where he serves on the NIA board and executive commit-tee. Kenny has always been a strong supporter of our industry and we are proud to have him representing our interests at the national level. Daniel King of Bay Industries who has been an Advisory Board member and strong supporter of SWICA joined our Board of Directors.

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The SWICA Newsletter is published bi-monthly on behalf of the

Southwest Insulation Contractors Association

2211 Briarglen #609Houston, TX 77027-3518

(713) 977-0909 Fax (713) 977-1321

President Mike FeeheryEditor David PatrickExecutive Director Linda Tracey

April 2-5NIA 59th Annual ConferenceIndian Wells, CA

June 5-7, 2014SWICA 56th Annual ConferenceOmni Barton Creek ResortAustin, TX

October 9, 2104SWICA Golf TournamentTimber Creek - Friendswood, TX

New SWICA Beacon lights for Career Day.

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Surrounded by gently rolling hills and lush gardens, the Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa welcomes SWICA June 5-7, 2014 to experience the legendary tradition of Texas-sized hospital-ity. Every aspect of the Barton Creek resort, located just outside Austin, Texas, embodies the spirit of the Hill Country, from the friendly staff and warm spaces to the gorgeous property filled with sculptured gardens and exciting things to do.

The resort sits on 4,000 acres of secluded proper-ty, far enough away from the bustle of everyday

life yet close enough to enjoy the convenience and world class entertainment found in Austin. Attendees don’t have to travel far at all to fill their days with fun: the Omni Barton Creek Resort teems with possibilities around every corner. Let the day pass by while relaxing under the deft hands of trained masseuses work tired muscles, or pair up with a few SWICA friends and swing away on perfectly manicured greens across four onsite golf courses. Finish the day at one of Austin’s premier dining destinations and sample delicious Texas cuisine that ranges from perfectly cooked cuts of steak to expertly pre-pared seafood. From there, retire to the comforts of elegantly appointed guest rooms refreshed and ready for meetings and experiences.Experience the epitome of Texas culture, luxury, and hospitality. Register todaywww.swicaonline.org.

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2014-2015 SWICA Flash Drives Available

By now, depending on snail mail, SWICA members should have received their new SWICA flash drive. This new key chain and clip has a 4GB capacity designed for you to carry your product catalog/price/MSDS sheets along with pertinent industry data. It Contains:• SWICA’s full membership listing and con-tacts.• Supporting advertisers listing and ad link directly to their web sites• Link to SWICAONLINE for event registra-tions: ~2014 SWICA Annual Conference June 5-7, 2014 ~2014 Annual Golf Tournament October 9, 2014 ~2015 EXPO - Exhibits February 3, 2015•Industry Tools: ~MIDG Calculators ~Investment Opportunities ~Case Studies ~Life Cycle Assessments•”Benefits of Mechanical Insulation” Video

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SWICA to Participate in “When I Grow Up” Career Fair

You are invited to join the “Next Step” Com-mittee supporting Houston Independent School District “When I Grow Up” Career fair. We will have two 10’ digital tents and have insulators applying insulation on our pipe models. There is an anticipated 2500 students at all levels being introduce to careers. Some they may not have thought about like becoming an insulator. We will have contractors available to speak to

students and counselors as well as a promotional Beacon flip light that can be a flash light or lantern with the SWICA web site and “Insulators Have a Bright Future” on the logo. Stop by if you can (See more Page 9)

10:00 AM - 2:00 PMSaturday, March 8, 2014

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Corrosion Under Insulation is being eliminated with 1. RG-2400® ReactiveGel® on the pipe 2. Polyguard Vapor Barrier over the insulation

FROM THENORTH SLOPETO AMERICA’S

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POLYGUARD ANNOUNCES EXPAND-ED ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION EFFORT UNDER LEADERSHIP OF NATE BRINK

ENNIS, TEXAS-November, 2013- Polyguard Products, a leading employee owned manufac-turer of innovative products, including vapor barrier products and corrosion resistant gels for the mechanical insulation industry has an-nounced the promotion of Nate Brink to Techni-cal Sales Manager. Nate joined Polyguard in 2010 and has been instrumental in increasing the presence of Polyguard’s Mechanical Division products including Alumaguard® and RG® corrosion resistant gels in the mechanical engi-neering community. Nate’s success has allowed Polyguard to add resources to increase its en-gineering efforts and to expand into additional markets.In addition to his promotion, Nate has two new employees reporting to him;

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Bill Ronca has joined Polyguard as Engineering Specialist. Based in Scarborough, Maine, Bill will have responsibility for engineering calls in the Northeast and developing new markets for RG prod-ucts Nationwide. He comes to Polyguard from Nomaco Insulation where he was Technical Sales Manager. Prior to that, he worked for K-Flex USA as Product Manager and W.R. Grace in various technical and marketing roles. Bill has BS and MBA degrees from the University of Massachusetts.

Dick Smith has joined Polyguard as Engineering Specialist. Based in Houston, Texas, Dick will have responsibility for engineering calls in the Southwest and on the West Coast. He comes to Polyguard from Dyplast where he was Senior Specification Manager. Before that he was with Resolco as Sales Manager. He has a BA in Marketing from St. Martin’s College in Olympia, Washington.

About Polyguard Products:Polyguard Products is an employee-owned company based in Ennis, Texas is a leading supplier of water-proofing, vapor retarders, and corrosion-protection products sold into the me-chanical insulation, archi-tectural and pipeline indus-tries in North America, and internationally.

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A new addition to the Insulations, Incorporated family, Dean has been in the specialty contracting business for 35 years. Dean was born in Baton Rouge, La. and earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Louisi-ana State University. Dean was the former President of Basic Industries, Inc., and served in that capacity for five years, prior to their acquisition by The Brock Group.

Dean currently resides in the Baton Rouge, La. office and serves as a Regional Manager. As Regional Manager his duties include sales, esti-mating and project formation & development. Dean has estimated and managed major projects across the United States, primarily along the Gulf coast. In addition, he’s estimated and managed projects outside of the United States in Thailand, Trinidad and the Virgin Islands.

Dean Bordelon

Regional Manager

Baton Rouge, LA

Dean Bordelon Joins Insulations, Inc.

Dean formerly served as President of the Southwest Insulation Contractors Association (SWICA) and was an active board member for ten years. Dean also served as Chair and Vice Chair of the In-dustrial Contractors Council Steering Committee of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC).

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WE MANUFACTURER A COMPLETE LINE OF WELD STUDS, INSULATION PINS AND WASHERS, REFRACTORY ANCHORSAND ACCESSORIES FOR THE INSULATION INDUSTRY.

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Michael Johnson New Gulf Coast Sales Manager for

Industrial Insulation Group

Not a new face for IIG. Johnson has been with the organization since 1993 through 2006 as MPT operations and finance manager. In 2006 he became IIG’s finance manager and MPT Operations Manager. Having worn all the right hats he’s now replaces Gary Towler when Towler officially retires at the end of February.

Johnson commented about Towler that “he’s got big shoes to fill” Welcome him in the terri-tory! You can reach him:

“Big Shoes to Fill” Gary Towler leaves a trail of

laughs and good times and customers that love him...All - welcome Mike as we

move forward!

Michael S. Johnson Industrial Insulation Group, LLC2005 Turning Basin Drive, Ste. 600

Houston, TX 77029Office: 713-678-4477 Ext 4106

cell: 832-754-5347

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The When I Grow Up Expo is not your typical career fair, yet it offers an exciting, modern twist for children of all ages, including hands-on experiences, performances, competitions, and great food, all related to our local labor market career fields. The goal of the event is to expose students to the wide variety of careers in our region that they may not typically think or know about. Beginning with elementary students, we seek to provide career awareness and exploration activi-ties to students and their families while students in middle and high school can learn about how to get to the next phase in their future career pathway.

Last year’s inaugural event drew thousands of attendees from all over Houston. More than 20 schools and their career and technical education programs demonstrated some incredible talents of their students. Live and interactive displays covered a wide variety of high growth, high demand career fields. HISD is inviting its entire student population of 204,000 students as well as their families to attend and participate in this exciting event. This free event is a great opportunity for the entire family. Careers will be showcased for all. Students of all ages will be educated on many career fields, some of which they may be unaware of. Be prepared to be actively engage with many hands on activities, student competi-tions and even a variety of performances from our talented student body.

About “When I Grow Up”

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Next Step Committee Update We are well on our way into 2014 and seems everyone very busy and that’s a good thing. The “Next Step” Committee is no exception. We are con-tinuing to get involved with

read in other parts of this newsletter we are participating in career days and other activities.

I would like to appeal to all of you to share any recruiting ideas, pamphlet suggestions, and success stories within your organization. If you have pictures of young people with hands on in the workplace those would be great. Just remember we will need a document allowing permission to use them. Your support and ideas are always a great help and we appreciate it. Feel free to call any of your board members or me directly with any questions or fantastic ideas.

David Patrick

Committee Chair

several agencies and educational leaders to get the “Become an Insulator“ option into the right hands or I should say ears. Here recently I have personally tested some random young people on their knowledge of the insulation industry or just insulation in general. Yep, the pink stuff is the only answer if I got a yes response at all. So moving forward we are getting involved with younger people and with a different approach to education and recruiting tactics. As you have

•The Next Step Committee’s focus is to introduce insulators as a career and technical education a priority in secondary schools•We hope to shift the public’s negative percep-tion about careers in the construction industry and present insulators as career option.•We want to energize youth and counselors to provide a path from ambition, to training, to job placement as an insulator.

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This is the “Career Path” provided by the Build Your Future Foundation of the NCEER. The middle and high schools have been driven by SAT scores and college bound data. The trend now due to work shortage is to access students early and prepare them for their skill level and interest. Now all students are or are meant to be college bound. The Community College Vocation training is a step to a bright future. And the students are given the choice to an industry apprenticeship. Following the chart above students are able to follow the options and gain the insight that they can still reach the top, not only with a college degree but with industry training and skills.

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Fred Martinez, Co-Founder-Howred Corporation Passes.

It is with great sorrow that Mario Garza with the Howred Corporation in Laredoannounce that Mr. Fred Marquez, one of the co-founders of the Howred Corporation, passed away recently. Mr. Marquez was a pioneer in the early days of expanded perlite insulation manufacture when the conversion of the old tertiary binders gave way to the sodium silicate binder of today. We will miss his expertise in manufacture and we will miss him. Normal production of Howred’s Goodtemp products continues as usual. Buy Today for $50

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addition of several new sizes of prefabricated fit-tings for Armaflex® pipe

insulation systems. The ad-dition of many new fittings in white (including elbows,

T's and more) comple-ments the line of fittings we

Gary Towler Retires From Industrial Insulation GroupSWICA’s best wishes for Gary. Is this where you say thanks for the memories? You’ll be

missed but not forgotten!

Mellanie Askew, Coverflex and Kenny Freeman Petrin told another Calcil story!

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Expo 2015/Craft Competition/Seminars Set for February 3, 2015 Marriott Westside, Houston, TX

Exhibits Sold indicated above:

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SWICA EXPO 2015 Set at Marriott Westchase Houston, TXFebruary 3, 2015

True, it seems hardly yesterday since the 2013 Expo and Craft Competition. Now less than 12 months away it’s time to choose your exhibit space and make your plans. We have reconfigured the Exhibit Hall to move the craft competitions forward in the hall for better lighting and traffic flow for viewing. All exhibits have been moved forward of obstructing pillars. We negotiated this contract and have a footprint in place a little sooner this year so the registration and details can be on the SWICA flash drives. You can reserve your space now and will be invoiced for a 50% deposit to retain choice. This is a prepaid for 2015 and balance due January 1, 2015.

SWICA has a lot going on in 2014 and the results and progess will be the focus of the Expo 2015. This is a labor intensive event for the Expo Committee and it’s the best way to be involved with your association and industry leaders. Volunteer to work with the committee now.

This would be a good time to create an incentive for your best insula-tors to compete in the SWICA craft competition. It’s a great morale builder and winners have bragging rights and proudly return.

SWICA has curtailed the concurrent all day seminar sessions to non-concurrent 3 sessions. We would like your input and suggestions for programs or needs. This is your event make the best of it. SWICA strives to lead the industry. Our region is unique with the intense refineries in our area. We have a worker place shortage issue we are all addressing.

We need your help...contact the SWICA office with your ideas and support...Volunteer! Contact:Ltracey888@aol.com

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Brand Energy & Infrastructure Services Acquires

Gregg Industries, Inc.

KENNESAW, GA (November 27, 2013)- Brand Energy & Infrastructure Services (Brand), a leading global

provider of specialized services, announced today it completed the acquisition of multi-craft industrial services provider Gregg Industries,

Inc. (Gregg) and its affiliate companies.

Gregg and affiliates, including Merico Abate-ment Contractors, Inc., started as insulation, as-bestos abatement, and heat tracing service com-panies. Their addition to Brand will strengthen

its capabilities as a specialty services contractor, while adding a new service to Brand’s portfolio, electrical heat tracing. Gregg’s trained profes-sionals provide turn-key design and installation of heat trace systems nationwide.

“A privately-owned operation, Gregg Industries has successfully grown into a strong business in our industry and with the same focus as Brand--which is to consistently deliver clients with safe, reliable and quality solutions and outstanding customer service,” said Brand Energy Solutions, LLC President Mark Neas.

“The addition of Gregg will be a great support to our goals and I believe the combination of the services will create value for both companies’ existing client bases.”

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Ernest Adams, AAA Insulators, Shreveport, LA, long time insulation contractor, SWICA member, and industry supporter passed away Monday, December 30 at home in Shreveport, LA. He fought the good fight and will be missed by all who had the privilege to call him friend. He was a past board member of the Southwest Insulation Contractors Association (SWICA). He was a long-time member and former board member of the Associated General Contractors Association. He was a member of the Shreve-port Bossier Executives Association (SBEA) and proudly received the Ronny Joe Hampton award for outstanding service to the SBEA membership. He is survived by his wife of almost 54 years, Sylvia Middlebrooks Adams, their three children and their spouses and children.

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Austin Duck Adventures

Austin Land and Lake Tour

SWICA’s Conference Optional Saturday event is the Austin Duck Adventures. Join attendees for lunch and then an amphibious tour of downtown Austin and beautiful Lake Austin inside one of the Unsinkable, US coast guard inspected, Hydra Terra vehicles. Austin Duck Adventures is Aus-tin’s best tour with 75 minutes of sightseeing that includes Historic Sixth Street, the State Capitol Building, Bob Bullock State History Museum, the Governor’s Mansion, and Lake Austin.

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Tim Wackel is one of today’s most popular sales speakers because he makes informa-tion entertaining, memorable and easy to understand.

Tim Wackel to Speak at SWICA Conference

Tim’s programs draw on a lifetime of business accomplishments and first-hand selling experi-ences (this is NOT stuff he just read in a book!). His numerous achievements include being personally recognized by Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard as their top sales professional in a 10,000 person sales force. From developing new busi-ness opportunities to maintaining strategic client relationships, Tim’s programs are built on real successes that focus on the entire selling process. His energy, passion and engaging stories make Tim an instant hit with organizations.

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•Construction is one of the nation’s largest industries. In 2006 there were 7.7 million Ameri-cans in construction•The construction industry is among the econo-my’s top 10 largest sources of growth•The average craft professional is 47 years old240,000 trained jobs go unfilled each year•From 2006-2016 there will be almost 1 million new jobs available in construction, an increase of 10.2%•Construction occupations are projected to grow 11% through the year 2016•The Gross Domestic Product for construction in 2006 was $630 billion, a 4.8% share of the na-tional total (U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis)About 64% of wage and salary jobs in 2006 were with specialty trade contractors•Opportunities to own your own firm are better in construction than any other industry--1.9 million individuals in the construction industry were self-employed in 2006.•In 2006 the average hourly rate for production and non supervisory workers in construction was $20.02, compared to an average of $16.76 for production and non supervisory workers in all private industries

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Utilizing BYF’s Military Crosswalk, the program will allow veterans to identify how their Military Occupational Skill (MOS) codes align with NCCER’s industry-recognized, portable credentials. The program will include journey-level assessments and upgrade training for skilled workers. For those without construc-tion skills, the program will offer accelerated safety and craft training allowing veterans to earn credentials for completing OSHA 10-hour training and NCCER’s Core Curriculum. The process is designed to ensure that veterans are able to easily transition into their chosen career pathways, and companies participating in the program’s task force will support the initiative by giving hiring preference to veterans with NCCER credentials.

BYF also recently released a new video resource entitled “Rethink Careers in Construction: Hire Military”, which provides first-hand insight from contractors and returning military on how veterans can transition into construction careers. The video was filmed during BYF’s recent visits to military career events with representatives from Brand Energy & Infrastructure Services, ISC Constructors and The Haskell Company.Visit byf.org/military for more information

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Register Today for SWICA Conference

It’s been 4 years since SWICA last met at Barton Creek Resort in Austin, now an Omni Resort. The resort is beautiful, Austin is the heartbeat of music and weird, and the golf is #1 in anyone’s book. So time to join in the fun. Opening in true Texas style will be BBQ at the historical County Line. Most all will be driving so get in to catch bus by 6:00 PM.

New to the Austin scene is the “Duck Adven-ture” for our optional Saturday afternoon event. Don’t miss the fun...a grand historical tour of Austin and right into Town Lake for the lake side tour! It’s safe and fun and we’ll grab a lunch before.

The Spouses tour (no does not mean all ladies) is included in the registration and a shame to miss. The tour is Friday afternoon during the golf tour-nament. We’ll get the bus at 11:00 AM and head for Dripping Springs to The Texas Hill Country Olive Company. Yes, Olives in the middle of all these vineyards! There will be wine tasting with Olive Oil Tasting and a wonderful lunch with a stroll through the Olive orchard. Oh and an opportunity to visit the gift ship and bring home some of this renowned olive oil from right here in Texas. You’ll think you’ve been to Italy.

First timers will have a reception Thursday at 5:00 PM before opening event with place TBA.

So register on line or tear out page 27 and fax it in!

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Mail to SWICA, 2211 Briarglen #609, Houston, TX 77027 or FAX (713) 977-1321 TODAY!!

R E G I S T R A T I O N F O R MSouthwest Insulation Contractors Association

56th Anniversary Conference -- June 5-7, 2014Omni Barton Creek Resort

Austin, TX

Registrant Name____NIA AUCTION DONOR____________________ Spouse/Guest Name_________________________________________________________________ Child (Children) Name (s)______________________________________________________________ Company Name______________________________________________________________________

Company Address_____________________________________________________________________

City________________________________________State____________ Zip Code_________________

Phone Number:__________________ Fax Number:_____________________e-mail___________________________

REGISTRATION FEES Early Bird Regular

(By April 18, 2014) (After April 18, 2014)

Contractor/Distributor (SWICA Member) $625.00 $675.00 $______ *Additional Personnel (How many?______) $525.00 $575.00 $____________________Associate/Supplier (SWICA Member) $685.00 $725.00 $____________________ *Additional Personnel (How Many?______) $625.00 $675.00 $____________________Non-Member Registration $825.00 $875.00 $ ____________________Spouse/Guest Fee (includes spouse tour and banquet) $425.00 $475.00 $__________________Youth Fee- Dinner $175.00 $200.00 $____________________

GOLF TOURNAMENT REGISTRATIONScramble Golf - Friday, June 6, 2014 - Barton Creek Crenshaw Course # Players___1______ @ $275.00 each (Includes lunch/range balls/green fees/cart/libations!) Name___________________________ Handicap_________

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OPTIONAL TOUR REGISTRATION-Sat. June 7, 2014___2___Austin Duck Adventure - Lunch/City/Lake Tour @$50 $__________________ ___Yes, Please run our ad in the Conference Program @$300 $____________________

Gotta have a SWICA Logo Shirt(s) ___M____L___XL____XXL @$50 $___________________ ___________Bill my SWICA account ___________Check Enclosed. Return to: SWICA 2211BRIARGLEN#609 HOUSTON,TX77027

___ Credit Card type_____ Card Name___________________ Number_______________________________________ex date_____

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Barton Creek accommodations CALL 800.336.6158 Rates Good until May 13, 2014. Refer to “SWICA Convention block” Rate: $209

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