Knowledge Today, Innovation Tomorrow: CONSTRUCT show preview

by Katie Daniel | August 14, 2017 9:50 am

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by Sylvia Wofford
CONSTRUCT is the only dedicated national event specifically designed to provide the commercial building team with real-world, practical product 
and education solutions. Taking place in Providence, Rhode Island from September 13 to 15, the gathering offers 
a variety of different solutions-driven learning opportunities for commercial architects/designers, specifiers, contractors, project managers, product reps, engineers, and building owners/managers at all levels—from those new to the industry to individuals with more than 30 years of experience. CONSTRUCT is produced by Informa Exhibitions U.S. As one of the official partners, CSI will 
be holding its 61^st Annual Convention in conjunction with the event.

Covering everything from air barriers to fire protection systems, coatings to architectural hardware, and much more, the Exhibit Hall will be packed with more than 200 exhibitors spanning over 2600 m² (28,000 sf). Exhibitors will showcase products, services, and technologies for commercial building industry professionals who design, build, renovate, or operate in the built environment. 
This makes Construct it the perfect opportunity to:

• discover the hottest new products and trends;
• get answers to code questions;
• learn more about technical standards and interpretations;
• discover solutions to current specifying challenges; and
• develop specifications for current projects.

CONSTRUCT strives to bring its participants new features to look forward to each year, and this year is no exception. The new offerings include revamped Learning Pavilion sessions featuring live product demonstrations, along with a combined Coffee Lounge/Happy Hour networking area. There will also be the new Let’s Fix Construction luncheon as well as the Newcomer reception.

Education and networking opportunities
In addition to manufacturer and supplier booths, CONSTRUCT offers a solutions-based education program featuring more than 40 new sessions, led by over 55 industry-leading speakers. Participants can earn over a year’s worth of continuing education credit, including 18.5 American Institute of Architects (AIA) LUs/HSW, 17 Building Owners & Managers Institute (BOMI) CPDs, and 18 International Code Council (ICC) hours. Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) credits are also available, and all sessions qualify to fulfill CSI continuing education requirements.

Divided into easily searchable tracks for architects/designers, specifiers, contractors, building owners/managers, project managers, engineers, manufacturer’s reps/product reps, interior designers, and young professionals/students, the learning experience is easy to customize. The program is a must-attend for any industry professionals seeking to stay up to date on the latest trends, work smarter, boost their careers, and earn continuing education credits.

CONSTRUCT also offers several featured sessions and speakers, including the keynote presented by Thom Mayne, Pritzker Prize-winning architect and founding principal of the interdisciplinary architectural firm Morphosis. He will present “Multiple Agendas,” a practical presentation including a look at fabrication and technical design practices, project cost management, product development, and sustainable building practices. The Game Changer session, always a favorite at CONSTRUCT, will be presented by Paul Doherty, president/CEO of the Digit Group. One of the global industry’s most sought-after thought leaders, strategists, and integrators of process, technology, and business, his session, “Specifications in the Age of Smart Cities—How Specs Are Changing the World,” will address the rapidly evolving innovations specifiers and other industry players need to understand and address. We are also pleased to announce the addition of sessions presented by Joseph Lstiburek, PhD (described by the Wall Street Journal as “the dean of North American building science”), Laura Frye, Erin Borradaile, Michael Chambers, and many more.

Participants are also invited to step out of the classroom and enhance their educational experience with some local flair by participating in these Technical Tours:

• John J. Sbrega Health & Science Building Tour—A Look into Achieving ZNE [Zero Net Energy]; and
• Modern Technology, Traditional Sites—Incorporating New Innovations in Historic Buildings.

The tours provide continuing education units (i.e. AIA, ICC, and/or GBCI) and are offered on Wednesday, September 13.

CONSTRUCT also supports the future of the industry by offering educational opportunities for young professionals 
(35 and younger) who are looking to learn, network, and enhance their careers. One such offering is Young Professionals (YP) Day, which is a full day of education, mentoring, and fun held on Wednesday, September 13.

On the social front, CSI will hold several events designed to foster industry connections and, of course, have fun! It hosts a New England-style Clambake (with music, food, prizes, and fun) at the Welcome Reception located at the Rhode Island Convention Center. There is also the Young Professional Mixer at the Trinity Brewhouse Thursday evening and, to close out the show, the always-popular CSI Night Out takes place Friday evening at Skyline at Waterplace. (Nonmembers are also welcome to join these events.)

Nina Giglio, FCSI, CCS, of Perkins and Eastman, had good things to say about CONSTRUCT.

“This is an event that you can’t afford to miss. What a great opportunity to visit and explore Providence—a city with rich architectural interest, top-notch restaurants, and immense charm!” she said. “At the same time, CONSTRUCT also will feature a revamped education program with diverse presentations that you can’t get just anywhere—not to mention the ability to achieve learning units for AIA, CSI, GBCI, BOMI, and ICC. Of course, don’t forget the free live product demonstrations in the Learning Pavilion, and can’t-miss events like the Newcomer Reception and the CSI Honors and Awards.”

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The city of Providence is aptly nicknamed the Creative Capital, and celebrated as a top dining destination and an arts mecca. The renowned Rhode Island School of Design has had a tremendous influence on the city’s arts community, with plenty of galleries, theaters, art installations, and other cultural attractions within walking distance of CONSTRUCT-preferred hotels offered by onPeak.

Haven’t registered for CONSTRUCT yet? It’s not too late. As an added benefit of being a CSI member, there are also exclusive rates. Be sure to review the schedule here[2] for the complete event lineup. For a look at the exhibitors in attendance, go to the next page.

To have ultimate access to event information at your fingertips, download the CONSTRUCT mobile app (search “CONSTRUCT Event” in your app store), brought to you by Firestone Building Products. Also, do not forget to connect with CONSTRUCT on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and other social media sites to stay updated on what is going on with the show and in the industry.

Visit www.constructshow.com[3] for more information.

CONSTRUCT 2017 EXHIBITOR BOOTHS (as of June 23)

AceClamp – 1231 Acorn Wire and Iron Works – 1134 Advanced Building Products – 1207 AGC Glass Company North America – 1103 Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) – 1034 Airex Manufacturing Inc. – 1330 Airline Louvers – 409 Alpine SnowGuards – 1208 American Gypsum Company – 603 ARCAT Inc. – 803 Architectural Engineering and Construction Institutes of ASCE – 1328 Architectural Products Magazine – 316 Archovations Inc. – 1217 ARCOM—The Specification Experts – 703 Ardex – 937 Ashford Formula – 1127 ATAS International Inc. – 705 Atkore International – 1019 AWI Quality Certification Corporation – 602 Barrette Outdoor Living – 509 BEHR and KILZ Paints & Primers— A Masco Company – 927 Benjamin Moore Paints – 737 Berridge Manufacturing – 512 Best Bath Systems – 426 Best, Precision, Stanley – 919 Bristolite Daylighting Systems – 1109 Building Systems Design Inc. – 613 Carlisle Construction Materials – 704 CEMCO – 1112 Century Chutes LLC – 1202 CertainTeed Roofing – 419 CHI Overhead Doors – 1121 Chief Buildings – 427 CHUTES International – 1221 ClarkDietrich Building Systems – 1126 Cline Aluminum Doors Inc. – 506 CoatingsPro Magazine – 319 Contractors Register Inc. – 418 CornellCookson – 839 Cosella-Dorken Products Inc. – 1131 CSI – 713 CSW Industrials – 813 Custom Building Products – 1302 CustomTech by Custom Building Products – 1304 D&P Custom Lights and Wiring Systems Inc. – 1027 DACS Inc. – 634 DaVinci Roofscapes – 1316 Detex – 1111 dormakaba – 513 Dow Building Systems – 410 Draper Inc. – 806 DuPont – 505 ECHOtape – 1107 EcoSupply – 305 Emme Controls – 431 Entrematic – 530 EPIC Metals – 1007 Excel Dryer Inc. – 831 Fabcon Precast – 535 FabricMate Systems Inc. – 417 FCIA – 639 Ferguson Perforating – 537 Firestone Building Products – 604 Flex Membrane International Inc. – 1135 FreeAxez LLC – 1216 FSR – 1205 GAF – 802 Georgia Pacific Gypsum LLC – 631 Global Security Glazing – 1331 Gordian – 317 Green Link Inc. – 411 Hacker Industries Inc. – 1318 Hager Companies – 907 Hilti Inc. – 519 Hohmann & Barnard Inc. – 1006 Hunter Panels – 516 Husky Yellow Guard by Poly- America – 1229 Innovative Access Solutions LLC – 402 International Cellulose Corp. – 837 International Masonry Institute – 1317 Invisible Structures Inc. – 536 JointMaster—A Division of Inpro – 1228 Keene Building Products Inc. – 637 Ketcham Medicine Cabinets – 1333 Key Resin Co. – 1017 Kinetics Noise Control – 930 Kingspan Insulated Panels – 1106 Lafayette Venetian Blind Inc. – 835 Low-E Insulation – 405 LP Building Products – 527 Ludowici Roof Tile – 526 Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association – 1220 Marvin Windows and Doors – 913 Master Wall Inc. – 1036 Mohawk Sign Systems Inc. – 331 Momentive Performance Materials Inc. – 935 National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) – 1329 National Comfort Products – 416 New Millennium Building Systems – 403 Noble Company – 1117 NTA Inc. – 636 Nucor, Vulcraft/Verco Group – 1226 Nystrom Inc. – 736 O’Keeffe’s Aluminum Ladders – 1116 Overly Door Company – 738 Owens Corning LLC – 1204 OXX – 434 Pacific Stair Corp. – 303 Paskr Inc. – 1209 PDQ Industries Inc. – 1130 Pecora Corporation – 321 Pella EFCO Commercial Solutions – 1031 Plastic Components Inc. – 1119 PPG Industries Inc. – 1003 Pratt & Lambert Paints – 408 Quality Powder Coating – 1037 R.H. Tamlyn & Sons LP – 731 Reef Industries Inc. – 1203 RetroPlate Concrete Polishing System – 1129 Ron Blank & Associates Inc. – 702 Roxul Inc. – 1009 SAFTI FIRST Fire Rated GLazing Solutions – 1118 Schindler Elevator Corporation – 605 Schluter Systems LP – 435 School Guard Glass – 1219 SCHOTT North America Inc. – 1004 SCIP – 406 Sherwin-Williams – 1011 Sika Sarnafil – 936 Smart Vent Products Inc. – 1102 Stadium Savers Ltd. – 1104 STEGO Industries LLC – 607 Sto Corp. – 407 Tnemec Company Inc. – 903 Tower Industries Inc. – 1326 Tremco Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing – 1234 Trim-Tex Inc. – 1227 Tubelite Inc. – 1002 U.S. Rubber Recycling Inc. – 1212 UL – 1235 Ultimate RB Inc. – 503 Ultra-Tec Cable Railing – 1313 Versico – 606 Viper II Vapor Barriers – 1315 W.R. Meadows Inc. – 502 Weather Shield Windows & Doors – 335 Williams Products Inc. – 1319 Wood Haven Inc. – 1210 Wooster Products Inc. – 413 York Flashings – 1035

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