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2019 AFE Events for Quarter One

Published on 1/1/2019

Goodbye, 2018.
Hello, 2019.

Exciting things are in the works at AFE; together we are going to do great things!

This is an overview of the upcoming events for January, February and March of 2019. Mark  your calendars.

Have a question about a specific event?   No problem, we have answers. You can also email the organizer of each event directly or check out our FAQs below:

Curious about Upcoming Webinar topics?

The best way to get information about your chapter events is by reaching out to your local or regional leaders. You can find their information in the Chapter Locator.

Need more information about Certifications

Do you want information about the Maintenance Shows of America events?

 






January



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2019 ASHRAE Winter Conference & AHR Expo - 1/12/2019

The 2019 ASHRAE Winter Conference will be held in Atlanta, GA! The Technical Program along with Committee meetings, Registration, the Bookstore and Speakers Lounge will be at the Omni CNN Center and the Georgia World Congress Center.


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Upcoming Tours for NY21:
February- 
Nu-Flow
March- RED





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CPMM Live Review Course - 1/22/2019

Both plant / facilities maintenance professionals and property management executives must confront a wide variety of complex issues. Therefore, they must possess an extensive knowledge of the many facets of maintenance management. Earning the Certified Professional Maintenance Manager credential will indicate, to both your employer and industry officials, that you possess in-depth expertise in plant and facilities maintenance management. The CPMM program is updated annually to keep it on the cutting edge of techniques and technologies in maintenance management.




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AFE 168 Chapter Meeting 

First chapter meeting of the year! Let's get together and start planning an AWESOME 2019 for the DC FM Community! When: Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 5:00 PM until 6:00 PM Where: AFE Home Office 


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Tour of Cambridgeport Custom Air Solutions

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  • COX Engineering
  • 21 Pacella Park Drive
  • Randolph, MA, 02368
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  • Get a behind-the-scenes look into the design and fabrication of totally custom Air Handling Units. Custom Air Solutions manufactures their AHU's locally in Randolph, MA, sharing the space with Cox Engineering's sheet metal and pipe fabrication shop.
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  •  https://coxengineering.com/


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January Webinar - Harry Kohal - 1/24/2019 :



PRESENTER:

Harry Kohal joined Eagle Technology as Director of Sales and Marketing in 2006.  He has a strong information technology and security background within facility, manufacturing and service industries. Harry does 6-10 speaking engagements per year at various facility and manufacturing management conferences. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business from Marian University and a Master of Liberal Studies from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee.



February



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February Webinar - Mark Binder - 2/5/2019

 


PRESENTER:  
Mark Binder, CEA, PECO Smart Ideas Energy Manager


Mark Binder brings more than 20 years of business-to-marketing and communications experience in the energy and environmental fields. He currently manages outreach to contractors and commercial and industrial customers on behalf of the PECO Smart Ideas Program. In partnering with energy service professionals across the region, he has assisted facility managers for office buildings, manufacturing plants and many other facilities achieve thousands of dollars in energy savings through the submission of hundreds of rebate applications.

 

 



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North Texas AFE Meetings

Scheduled meetings, presentations and upcoming tours are held every first Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m.

La Hacienda Ranch
5250 TX-121
Colleyville, TX 76034

Board Meetings 

Every third Tuesday 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Dixie House Café
2051 Airport Fwy.
Euless, TX 76040

 






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CPS Live Review Course - 2/11/2019

The skills that supervisors have are essential building blocks for effective leadership. AFE’s Certified Professional Supervisor (CPS) Program was built to develop and strengthen these foundational skills. The knowledge gained from the CPS program will ensure supervisors effectively execute and manage any situation necessary to perform the job.


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Network and Knowledge 2-19

Get your PPE ready and join us for this super SAFE(ty topic) network & knowledge event! Location and speaker details are coming soon!



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AFE 168 Chapter Meeting - 2/20/2019

Bringing the Greater Washington FM Community together for learning and networking. CEUs and CLPs available for attendance and participation.


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CPMM Live Review Course - 2/25/2019

Both plant / facilities maintenance professionals and property management executives must confront a wide variety of complex issues. Therefore, they must possess an extensive knowledge of the many facets of maintenance management. Earning the Certified Professional Maintenance Manager credential will indicate, to both your employer and industry officials, that you possess in-depth expertise in plant and facilities maintenance management. The CPMM program is updated annually to keep it on the cutting edge of techniques and technologies in maintenance management.


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February 26, 2018 
ASI - Security Systems Demonstration
Location: ASI - Security Systems Demonstration - Golden Valley, MN


Please join fellow Facility Members and Vendor Members on February 26th at All Systems Installation (ASI), A Parsons Company, in Golden Valley for a hands on demonstration of Intelligent Security Systems. Attendees will see integrated safety and security systems IN ACTION designed to protect critical organizational assets. A highly educational presentation on Wifi Locking Systems & Support, and IP Integration strategies will be given by ASI Engineers, Assa Abloy, and Genetec. The event kicks off at 5pm with Happy Hour and dinner from Qdoba. We look forward to seeing you there!
Additional event details and registration can be found here: ASI - Security Systems Demonstration.

 







March







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AFE 39 DWFP - 3/1/2019

Day with a Facilities Professional

Be apart of a phenomenal event where college students come face-to-face with a day in the life of a facilities professional. College students and professionals will participate in an educational forum and guided tour of various facilities. This opportunity is great for soon-to-be graduating college students! Students sign up here, refer to Events tab for further sponsorship details.





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March Webinar - Brett Ellis - 3/5/2019

PRESENTERDr. Brett Ellis, P.E.


Brett is an Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering Technology at the University of Maine. He is also the Assistant Director of the New England Combined Heat and Power Technical Assistance Partnership (NE CHP TAP) and has worked in the mechanical engineering field for 21 years, with 14 years of industrial experience. His industrial experience includes open hole testing in the oil and gas industry, failure analysis, and extensive experience in the plastic processing industry at plant engineering and corporate engineering levels. Dr. Ellis's professional interests include stress analysis, solid mechanics, continuous improvement, design, and energy efficiency. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Georgia and Maine as well as a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt.


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North Texas AFE Meetings

Scheduled meetings, presentations and upcoming tours are held every first Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m.

La Hacienda Ranch
5250 TX-121
Colleyville, TX 76034

Board Meetings 

Every third Tuesday 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Dixie House Café
2051 Airport Fwy.
Euless, TX 76040






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CPS Live Review Course - 3/11/2019

The skills that supervisors have are essential building blocks for effective leadership. AFE’s Certified Professional Supervisor (CPS) Program was built to develop and strengthen these foundational skills. The knowledge gained from the CPS program will ensure supervisors effectively execute and manage any situation necessary to perform the job.


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March 14, 2018
INSPEC's 12th Annual Half Day Technical Seminar March 14 at Earle Brown
Location: Inspec (Half Day Seminar) Earle Brown Center - Brooklyn Center, MN 


Please join us for this scintillating half-day technical seminar where several experienced Inspec staff members will present their own “scary” case studies detailing how improper design, construction, or maintenance approaches for the Building Envelope resulted in “horrific” damage, leakage, or other serious problems to buildings. Attend this educational seminar to prevent creating and experiencing your own “horrors” on your buildings! This event is worth .5 CEU's and there is no charge to AFE Members and Vendor Members!

7:30 – 8:15 – Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:15 – 8:45 – Welcome and Program Introduction
8:45 – 9:15 – Tales From the Roofing Crypt, Gary Patrick, AIA, RRC
9:15 – 9:45 – The Poltergeists of ICF Foundations, David Campbell, AIA, RWC, GRP
10:00 - 10:30 – Through-wall Flashing Gremlins, Pamela Jergenson, CCS, CCCA, BECxP, CxA+BE
10:30 – 11:00 – What’s Lurking in Your Walls? Larry Koch, AIA, BECxP
11:15 – 12:00 – Scary Cold Climates Create Problems for Concrete Pavements and Storm Sewer Systems, Michael Remington, P.E.
12:00 – 1:00 – Lunch and Networking

Click here to Sign Up.




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AFE 168 Chapter Meeting - 3/20/2019

Bringing the Greater Washington FM Community together for learning and networking. CEUs and CLPs available for attendance and participation.





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Region 8 CPS Review Course - 3/25/2019

The skills that supervisors have are essential building blocks for effective leadership. AFE’s Certified Professional Supervisor (CPS) Program was built to develop and strengthen these foundational skills. The knowledge gained from the CPS program will ensure supervisors effectively execute and manage any situation necessary to perform the job.



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NFMT 2019 - 3/26/2019

Discover the newest FM technologies and solutions in the largest expo hall for facilities professionals. Featuring more than 500 of the nation's most innovative top-tier companies showcasing their products and services.


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AFE 140 Tentative Event
Verizon Center



Below is an extended  Quarter 1 calendar, all events are subject to change. Please register and check in with the event organizers for any questions. If you would like your events published on AFE National Pages, please email the Marketing Manager: TMartin@afe.org.




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