E-Newsletter Volume 1 Issue 2, October 2006
Ramblings from the Director
Dear Subscriber,
For those of you following the school's progress, I would hope that you could report a positive buzz in the industry. I'm often told how appreciative others are of our efforts to educate and promote quality. If you asked any of our class attendees I'm sure they would all agree that the SIP School is quality driven. The problem I'm faced with and one that our industry is surely in the midst of confronting, is the potential lack of quality. As the interest in SIPs grows to a rolling boil, our industry will frequently become the target of unscrupulous people. These individuals will find it easy to blend in as our industry struggles to maintain controlled growth. It would be wonderful to think that these deadbeats could be singled out and tossed from our ranks permanently. However, policing our own is as hard in the SIPs industry as it is in any other. One avenue to competing with and ultimately exposing these crafty yet uncraftsmenlike companies is through education and training. The NAHB has long seen the value in promoting education and has encouraged its members to seek further schooling. This process of elevating your own company is one of the quickest ways to stand above the uncaring and unqualified.
Just as a SIP company can improve their marketability through training, the purchaser can also improve their chance of success through training. In its simplest forms, a purchaser may seek self-paced training by surfing endlessly on the Internet. In a more committed fashion, I find many of the SIP School's attendees to be end users who are merely doing their homework prior to buying panels for their new homes.
I applaude any form of education in this industry whether by purchaser or seller. Be it by builder or installer the end result is a better end product and a stronger industry.
These ramblings are brought to you by a guy who sees the potential successes and failures that are knocking at our door. No matter which side of the door you're on, education will go a long way towards ensuring success when the door is opened.
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SIPschool 301
Graduating Class Sept. 2006
The following individuals have successfully completed all the requirements needed to achieve the status of "Certified SIP Installer" . A combination of the written examination and demonstrated proficiencies have been completed to the minimum acceptable level to receive this designation. The SIPschool certifies that these participants have met the school’s minimum requirements for this training session.
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| Bill Wight |
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Principal Contractors Group
5213 Palango Drive
Punta Gorda, FL 33982 |
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(941) 628-3616
homebldg@netscape.com |
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| Edward C. Simon |
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Simon Construction
753 Sequoia St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15237 |
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(412) 366-4652
simonsheis@hotmail.com |
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| Frank J. Rosato |
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Randazzo Construction
3921 Monroe St.
Mandeville, LA 70448 |
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(985) 807-5601
frosato@bellsouth.net |
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| Fred Weizenbluth |
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Pioneer Pro
63 Combe Ave.
Ontario, Canada |
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(647) 241-2121
b2cool99@aol.com |
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| Heath Hodges |
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Triton Builders
P.O. Box 3328
Bay St. Louis, MS 39521 |
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(662) 392-8289
heath_hodges@hotmail.com |
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| Hunter Hodges |
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Triton Builders
P.O. Box 3328
Bay St. Louis, MS 39521 |
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(662) 392-8289
btrentt@yahoo.com |
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| Sterling Pratt |
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Pratt Custom Homes LLC
1709 N. Parkridge Circle
Mesa, AZ 85205 |
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(480) 235-5606
sterlingwpratt@cox.net |
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| Trent Turner |
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Triton Builders
P.O. Box 3328
Bay St. Louis, MS 39521 |
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(662) 392-8289
btrentt@yahoo.com |
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| Sir James Williams |
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E-Tech Enterprises
3204 MacArthur Blvd.
Oklahoma City, OK 73122 |
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(405) 949-1378
jwsirarthur@aol.com |
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| Joe Randazzo |
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Randazzo Construction Services
23370 Hwy 435
Abita Springs, LA 70420 |
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(985) 898-4927
rcsconstruction@charter.net |
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| John Carroll |
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Green Build
315 Wild Geese Way
Travelers Rest, SC 29690 |
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(864) 346-0155
john@greenbuildsc.com |
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| Leonard Pryor |
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Tri-State Laminates
605 Briarwood Dr.
Eden, NC 27288 |
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(336) 623-7028
wlp123@infionline.net |
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| Ron Raab |
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Simon Construction
1725 16th St.
Beaver Falls, PA 15010 |
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(724) 847-2622
ronjon1@comcast.net |
Next Certified Installer Class Scheduled
The next SIP School 301: Certified Installer Class is scheduled at our Shenandoah Junction, WV training site for Monday, November 27 through Friday, December 2, 2006. Please check our website www.sipschool.org for details.
SIP School Headed to Orlando in 2007
The SIP School has decided to hold the first Installer class of '07 in Orlando from Friday, February 2 through Tuesday, February 6. We chose the location for two reasons. First, several interested parties are located in the northern states, so what better way to take advantage of this training opportunity then to pair it with a trip to Orlando in Febuary. Second, we've selected the date for the Installer's class to immediately proceed the NAHB's International Builders Show. If you've never attended the "Big Show", now may be the perfect opportunity to combine it and some training with a midwinter southern vacation.
Check the site for class dates and descriptions www.sipschool.org
Immediately after the Builder's Show, we'll be offering the SIP School 201 Owner/Builder Workshop on Monday February 12 and Tuesday February 13. We expect these classes, like all the others, to sell out. So make your plans early and join us in Orlando.
SIP School Database
The SIP School Database is growing into a huge amount of information. The school's staff is close to opening access to all the various data gathered on all the companies within the site.
This data is a snapshot of products and services that included companies offer. If you have your company on the site and haven't provided the basic information yet, expect an email on or about Thursday, Oct. 19. This email will provide you with a link back to the site where you will answer a brief questionnaire. Once we have all the data and open the site to the viewing public, visitors will be able to compare the goods and services of your company with others on the site. If you are already listed on the site, I thank you for your assistance. If you are a member of the buying public you will find the upgrades to the site worth the wait.
SIP School Want Ads
Positions available nationwide for qualified SIP draftsmen. Most positions require Auto-Cad or HSB experience. A history of working within the SIP industry should qualify you as an acceptable candidate. Send resume and sample drawings to al@sipschool.org, Confidentiality assured.
Wanted: SIP professional with a well rounded level of experience in manufacturing, fabricating, and installing SIPs. Applicants must be able to travel internationally for extended periods of time to assist in the set up and training of SIPs facilities. Qualified individuals with a proven track record and an adventurous soul should send their resume to al@sipschool.org.
Wanted: Used SIP production equipment. Currently seeking all types of presses, rollcoaters, laminators, and SIP fabrication equipment. Any condition considered. Send equipment description and pertinent information to al@sipschool.org
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