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Around the Circuit
Nonresidential Markets
Set Record
In September, nonresidential construction spending rose
to its 13th consecutive record, says Ken Simonson, chief economist for
the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), Washington, D.C.
Basing his comments on the Nov. 1 construction spending report from the
U.S. Census Bureau, Simonson cites that the downturn in housing hasn't
negatively affected other building segments. Seasonally adjusted
construction spending fell 0.3% in September, but nonresidential
construction gained 1.1%. However, that number wasn't enough to offset
a
1.1% monthly drop in residential construction, which has dropped 8.2%
since its peak in March.
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NEMA Issues
Guide to Tax Deduction
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association
(NEMA), Rosslyn, Va., recently issued a guidance document on Energy
Policy Act Commercial Building Tax Deduction Certification Letters.
According to NEMA, the guidance is designed to answer the many
questions
received from project contractors and designers on how to satisfy the
project certification requirements of EPAct 2005. The NEMA document
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national standard ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2001. Internal Revenue Service
(IRS)
Notice 2006-52 provides for technical certification by a professional
engineer or contractor licensed in the building's jurisdiction. This
certification outcome may be used by a tax professional in calculations
for the tax deduction. The certification also provides assurance to the
building owner that the building meets its required energy savings
goals.
California
Governor Launches Solar Web Site for State
On Oct. 19 at the Solar Power 2006 Conference and Expo
in San Jose, Calif., Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger unveiled "Go Solar
California," a Web site that provides information on the solar programs
available in the state. The site offers general information on solar
technologies as well as specifics about solar installations on new and
existing homes, schools, public buildings, and affordable housing
projects. Created by the California Energy Commission with help from
the
California Public Utilities Commission, the site also provides
information on state rebates and federal tax credits for residential
and
commercial power users. To explore the site, click on www.GoSolarCalifornia.ca.gov.
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Project Watch
Fort Collins,
Colo.,
in Need
of Electrical Services
Fort Collins, Colo., is requesting proposals from
contractors for electrical work that may include repair, maintenance,
demolition and new installation on commercial city buildings and
various
other city facilities. Needed services during the contract period will
be requested through issuance of work orders. There is no guaranteed
minimum amount of services to be ordered. No work order exceeding
$50,000 will be issued. Proposals must be received at the Purchasing
Office prior to 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 28. For more information, visit the
city's Web
site.
City in Ontario
Requests Contractor Services
Cornwall, Ontario, is soliciting bids for a contractor
to provide labor, materials, and equipment for the supply and
installation of a cooling system for the electrical room in Glen Stor
Dun Lodge. The contractor must be able to perform both high- and
low-voltage work. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for Nov. 22 at 9
a.m. Bids are due Nov. 29. To download the project specifications,
visit
the city's Web
site.
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Business Brief
The IMARK Group, Oxon Hill, Md., recently announced the
winners of its Select Awards. Newburyport, Mass.-based Ferraz Shawmut
took the top honor in "Sales Leadership." Cincinnati-based ILSCO
accepted two awards from IMARK: "Excellence in Marketing and
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more Business Briefs, visit the EC&M Web site.
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Call for Papers
EPRI PQA/ADA 2007
Conference
Southern California Edison and EPRI are asking for
abstract submissions for papers to be presented at the 2007 EPRI Power
Quality Applications (PQA) and Advanced Distribution Automation (ADA)
Conference, scheduled for June 10-14 in Long Beach, Calif. The
conference is a forum for electric power end-users, distribution
engineers, reliability and power quality professionals, and related
manufacturers. The week of events will include pre-conference tutorials
and workshops on topics such as advanced PQ monitoring, advanced
distribution automation, and IntelliGrid Distribution Open
Architecture,
as well as post-conference EPRI working meetings. Two- to
three-paragraph abstracts on the main points of the paper, including
issues experienced and conclusions, will be accepted until Jan. 12
through e-mail to Lisa
Wolfenbarger.
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Shows and Events
EC&M
E-Tradeshow
Free Live Conferences in November
Mark Nov. 16 on your schedule to attend these highly informative live
conferences:
- Learn about all the new energy-storage technologies -- including
ultracapacitors, fuel cells, and flywheels -- now available by
attending
the live conference "Energy Storage Methods for Standby Electric Power
Systems," presented by John DeDad at 11 a.m. EDT and PDT.
- Find out how to size residential electrical generators by sitting
in
on Generac's live conference scheduled for 9 a.m. EDT and PDT. If you
can't make these times, we're having a special Contractor's Night live
conference at 8 p.m. EDT.
- If you're looking for construction industry information to include
in your business forecast for 2007, you'll certainly want to attend Jim
Lucy's 2007 Electrical Market Sales Forecast, scheduled for 10 a.m. EDT
and PDT. You'll see forecasting statistics for residential, commercial,
institutional, and industrial construction market segments. This yearly
presentation has become a must-see for electrical equipment
manufacturers, contractors, distributors, and engineers.
But before attending these events, make sure you visit the 2006 EC&M E-TradeShow,
a
year-long virtual business event. In addition to attending live
activities at conference sessions scheduled throughout the year, you
can
meet with exhibitors in virtual exhibit halls. You can also access past
presentations, which are archived in the E-Tradeshow. Employing the
latest interactive 3D technology, sponsors use online tradeshow booths
to generate leads on a continuous basis throughout the year, while
interacting live with customers and prospects during scheduled events.
Free access and all the information you need are available at http://ecmweb.com/etradeshow/.
FEDcon
The National Institute of Building Sciences, as well as
the American Institute of Architects, the Construction Specification
Institute, and the Associated General Contractors of America present
FEDcon, the Market Outlook Conference on Federal Construction,
scheduled
for Dec. 5 at the Washington Convention Center. The event includes a
full day of presentations outlining current year construction budgets,
planned budgets for future years, building types to be designed,
regional and international construction information, and the overall
direction of design/construction programs. Regular admission is $75,
which includes admission to co-located AEC-ST Federal, exhibit hall,
and
keynote speeches. For more information and to register, visit the
conference's Web
site by scrolling down and clicking on Package #4-FEDCon.
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