Michigan Plumbing & Mechanical Contractor, Winter 2015

Volume 11, Number 4 Winter 2015 www.mpmca.org

Plumbing / Heating / Ventilating / Air Conditioning / Refrigeration In MemoriamLloyd Zill Pages 8-14

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CONTENTS

Fall 2015 x Volume 11 x Number 4

MPMCA President’s Message - Nancy Cummins............. 6 Plumbing / Heating / Ventilating / Air Conditioning / Refrigeration

Lloyd C. Zill - In Memoriam............................ 8, 10, 12, 14

Michigan Plumbing & Mechanical Contractor Magazine

Safety Pays! SCWCG Program Earns Dividend............... 31

The Official Publication of the Michigan Plumbing & Mechanical Contractors Association PO Box 13100 Lansing, MI 48901 517-484-5500 Fax 517-484-5225 Email: info@mpmca.org Website: www.mpmca.org

Group Dividend History.................................................. 33

Edited and published quarterly under the direction and supervision of the Board of Directors of the MPMCA. Acceptance of advertising does not imply endorsement of products, services, or statements, nor does the publisher assume any responsibility for claims made by the advertisers. Copyright 2015 Michigan Plumbing & Mechanical Contractors Association. All Rights Reserved.

No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the Michigan Plumbing & Mechanical Contractors Association. MPMCA has reserved the right to refuse any and all ads. For inquiries concerning this publication contact the following: Michigan Plumbing & Mechanical Contractors Association, PO Box 13100, Lansing, MI 48901. Some products advertised may not meet Michigan Plumbing Code requirements.

Executive Director Cynthia H. Maher, CAE Editor Cynthia H. Maher, CAE MPMCA Executive Committee President: Nancy Cummins Vice President: Chad Myers Secretary: James Dornbrock Treasurer: James Bruner

MPMCA Board of Directors Bay Area Association: Mark Katz Flint: Greg Pfeiffer Greater MI PMCA: Jim Dornbrock MCA Detroit: James Bruner Mid-MI MCA: Chad Myers Northwestern: Cliff Sedlacek South Macomb: Paul Bradley Southwestern: To Be Appointed West MI MCA: Rick Ekkens West MI PHCCA: William Feenstra Western Wayne: Mike Bergstrom NAPHCC (National): Brad Isley

2016 Backflow Recertification Testing Seminar.............. 34

LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS Greater Michigan PMCA............................ 16, 21, 22 MCA Detroit...................................................... 24, 25 West Michigan MCA ���������������������������������������������� 26 Mid-Michigan MCA ����������������������������������������������� 28 Bay Area Association ��������������������������������������������� 29

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MMCA Officers President: Dominic Goyette Vice President: Patrick Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer: Rick Ekkens

Saniflo..............................................................13 Service Roundtable..........................................15 T&S Brass..........................................................23 Test Gauge & Backflow Supply.........................11

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Nancy Cummins ®

® Lloyd Zill - We Thank You!

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s the military bugle pierced the air, with the second bugle echoing, Lloyd Zill was laid to rest next to the love of his life, his wife Mary Jean.

Lloyd was special to so many in the industry, but especially to Hutzel Plumbing where he and the Zill’s were family.

Lloyd, Bill Romelhardt, and Gene Cummins, my father-inlaw bought Hutzel Plumbing in 1967.

Lloyd Zill was a unique individual who improved the industry through his years of service. With his commitment, dedication, and participation our industry has benefited greatly. As a member of the MPMCA Board of Director’s, the Government Affairs Committee, Negotiations, Coalition for Fair Utility Competition, and the PMC Board, we have all benefited from his keen sense of industry awareness. With a genuine personality, he has been involved and very concerned with where our industry is at, where it is going, and how we can best get there.

Lloyd had been on the MPMCA Board for years and continued to serve as his career was winding down. He is irreplaceable as his experience, knowledge, good judgment, and overall personality made our association and industry, along with each of those he worked with, better.

Lloyd and Mary Jean, we thank you for the countless hours you gave to the industry that provides a livelihood for all of us.

I am honored to have had you as part of my life. The experience has enriched the lives of both Scott and myself. You will be missed!

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At Ferguson, nobody expects more from us than we do. And why should they? We’re the ones who set the bar. Who expect more than the industry standard. From the warehouse to the job site, whatever it takes, we’ll take you there. Put us to work at Ferguson.com.

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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS

MCA Detroit

MCA DETROIT’S 12TH ANNUAL KAROLAK CUP GOLF INVITATIONAL The Annual Karolak Cup Golf Invitational held in memory of John Karolak, an HVAC contractor and industry leader took place Monday, June 8th.

Plumbers Local 98 Team

It was a wet morning that just got better and better, so the 27 teams played golf on a sunny and breezy day!! Winners of the Karolak Cup for 2015 are: Mark Molloy, Mark Wassink, Bruce Billings and Greg Merlo of Kendall/Galloup Company.

Longest Drive Winner: Ben Green of the John E. Green Co. Closest to the Pin Winner: Rob Martin of the John E. Green Co. Longest Drive Winner: Mike Holeton of the Bill James Co. For the first time, there was a HOLE IN ONE – hit by Sam Davis of Weiss Construction!

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Pipefitter Local 636 Team

C. Evans Team

CAM Team

Sam Davis Gets Hole-In-One

Winning Team Kendall/Galloup Co.

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AIA (AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS) CONFERENCE Cassandra Mudloff attended the MCA Detroit sponsored 72nd AIA Michigan & AGC of Michigan Conference held at Mackinac Island in August. Regional Director, Steve Vogel shared the struggles and successes of architects working with prevailing wage issues, actions needed with the legislature, as well as obtaining younger individuals for the architectural field.

Multiple presentations on the trends and opportunities in the construction industry for architects and constructors were enlightening. Educational opportunities discussed were very valuable as well. Special activities were designed for youth, teens and adults resulting in very special networking opportunities.

On left: Cassandra Mudloff

During discussion of the latest news and projects out there, it is clear that there are multiple colleges and universities around the county that are upgrading and expanding their facilities.

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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS

West Michigan MCA

MMCA CONTRACTORS AND MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF PIPE TRADES BUSINESS MANAGER ANNUAL MEETING WMMCA contractors: Rick Ekkens: B&V Mechanical, Jodi Vandenberg: AMR, Tom VanderHyde: Rite-Way Plumbing and Heating, participated in the annual joint meeting of the MMCA and Michigan Association of Pipe Trades Business Manager in Traverse City. This was a great opportunity to network with the state’s business managers.

WMMCA Golf Outing The WMMCA 2015 Golf Outing took place Thursday August 22, at The Meadows on GVSU’s campus. A buffet lunch was enjoyed before the golf outing. The outing was followed by a gathering together for a light supper. Mark Mangione and Ryan Bennett from Local 174 also participated in the event.

Congratulations to the following:

Lowest Team Score Closest to the Pin Longest Putt Longest Drive Hole 4 Longest Drive Hole 14

Northern Boiler John Nic Derk Dodde Tom Gombar Ryan Bennett

Despite the rain, wind and cool temperatures, it was a great day for golf!

FSU HVACR PROGRAM PARTNERS WITH EDUCATION AND INDUSTRY Top students from across the state of Michigan were recently awarded scholarships to attend the HVACR Summer 2015 Academy at Ferris State University. Industry and educational sponsors included: • Hurst Mechanical (Belmont, MI) • Allendale Heating and Plumbing (Allendale, MI) • TD Industries (Dallas, Texas) • Seamen’s Mechanical (Grand Rapids, MI) • Hussmann Corporation (Grand Rapids, MI) • Newaygo Career Technical Center (Newaygo Intermediate School District) Comments, HVACR Coordinator Doug Zentz, “Students are not receiving the experiences in high school to learn about such career paths as the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) profession. In fact, students know little of what this profession is about. This program’s success is a direct result of many years of team work and collaboration between education and industry partners to recruit and train students in HVACR”, adding,” “Pursuing this degree path will enable students to have a better future.”

The West Michigan Mechanical Contractors Association was established to represent and service its members in Grand Rapids, Muskegon and the Lakeshore areas of Michigan. Association members dedicate themselves to quality, dependability, safety, education and community service as they serve as the primary liaison for labor relations and multi-employer collective bargaining. [ 26 ]

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Help your customers stay cool this summer while saving energy from their utility’s Energy Optimization Program.

Sign up to be an Energy Optimization trade ally and you’ll get lots of great benefits, most importantly increased business. Now that’s really cool.

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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS

Mid-Michigan MCA

The Annual 3MCA Golf Outing was held Monday, June 22, 2015 at the Country Club of Lansing with nearly 50 golfers in attendance.

Contractors, Associate members and guests were cut short on completing their golf game, as the outing was rained out after completing only 5 holes.

Despite the rained out outing, everyone was able to enjoy a great lunch and dinner, followed by a raffle for some great prizes which included a Country Club of Lansing Golf Bag, Country Club of Lansing Golf Gift Certificate for 4 players, Country Club of Lansing Golf Shirts, several Visa gift certificates and numerous golf-related items.

3MCA would also like to thank the following sponsors: Association Benefits Company, BeneSys, Inc., ENERCO Corporation, Ferguson Enterprises, Inc., Galloup, Hedrick Associates and Novara Tesija P.L.L.C.

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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS

Bay Area Association

The Bay Area Association held its annual Fall Conference in September at the Perry Stafford Hotel in Petoskey. Camaraderie, great food, and drinks was enjoyed by all who attended. The conference proved to be very beneficial as it brought everyone together to make some important decisions for now and in the future.

Bay Area Association is proud to support charities and worthy causes in the communities in which we serve. Recently, donations have been made to: Shop with a Hero, United Way, Coats for Kids, LuMind Foundation to support kids with Down Syndrome, Bernie Smillie Memorial Golf Outing to support organ donations and a scholarship fund, Crime Stoppers, and Delta College.

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Safety Pays As Specialty Contractors Workers Compensation Group Program Members Earn Workers Compensation Dividend of $180,530 Participating Businesses Share Workers Compensation Group Dividend from Accident Fund Insurance Company of America

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ver 50 businesses will share a $180,530 premium dividend thanks to safe work practices and their participation in a workers compensation group dividend program available through the Specialty Contractors Workers Compensation Group Program who belong to one of the following trade associations; Michigan Plumbing & Mechanical Contractors Association, Michigan Chapter of the Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning National Association, the Michigan Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association and the Detroit Chapter of Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning National Association.

The 15 percent dividend returned is based on each participant’s premium costs and range from $120 to over $15,000, with an average dividend of over $3,540.

In addition to dividend opportunities, the Specialty Contractors dividend program offers participating businesses a five-percent discount on their workers compensation insurance premium rates.

While keeping people healthy and injury-free is vital in its own right, it is also an important factor in the ability to earn a dividend. Safety at work leads to fewer injuries and fewer workers compensation claims.

“It’s a fact – safety pays. A safe work environment is not only great for employees, it’s great for the bottom line,” says Theresa Ross, Accident Fund’s group program consultant.

“We’re proud to be able to present the Specialty Contractors Group with this dividend for members in this program.”

Accident Fund’s Loss prevention consultants work with policyholders on safe work practices and teach employee safety training. The company also offers an online “tool box” where policyholders can link to federal and state workplace safety websites.

“Encouraging safety in the workplace while offering a Association-only plan that can provide real money back is definitely a win-win situation,” said Cynthia Maher,CAE, Executive Director of Michigan Plumbing & Mechanical Contractors Association. “The Accident Fund Workers Compensation Program is one of many innovative strategies we have put in place to help our members more effectively control their costs.”

Accident Fund Insurance Company of America Accident Fund Insurance Company of America is a member of Accident Fund Holdings, Inc. All policies are underwritten by a licensed insurer subsidiary of Accident Fund Holdings.

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WORKERS COMPENSATION GROUP DIVIDEND PROGRAM – AVAILABLE IN MICHIGAN. Through group pooling power, your small to mid-size contractor businesses can have access to dividends that they would not have otherwise obtained on their own. Members of the following Associations may participate in this program: • Michigan Plumbing & Mechanical Contractors Association (MPMCA) - www. mpmca.org • National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) – Michigan Chapter - www. mineca.org • Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning National Association (SMACNA) – Michigan Chapter - www.mismacna.org , Detroit chapter - www.smacnad.org Underwriting Criteria: (For additional information, contact your Business Development Consultant.)

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Accident Fund Insurance Company of America Accident Fund Insurance Company of America is a member of Accident Fund Holdings, Inc. All policies are underwritten by a licensed insurer subsidiary of Accident Fund Holdings.

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NAECA Compliant 30, 40, and 50-Gallon Residential Gas Water Heaters Available in Pre-NAECA Diameters!

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