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Spring 2014

Volume 57, Number 2

ON THE COVER: The Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport Mumbai, India Submitted by:

Formglas Products, Ltd.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Architects:

Shamel International FZC SOM - NY

FEATURES 6 2014 Founder’s Award Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport

COLUMNS

4 You Can’t Beat a Convention in Las Vegas 5 Time Flys When You’re Making a Difference

14 Connie Larson Receives DeGelleke Award A dynamic leader recognized for excellence

74 Legally Speaking

19 Construction Excellence Awards 2014 Our annual tribute to the industry’s best work

58 Kent Vipond Receives President’s Award One of CISCA’s greatest supporters is honored

Trends in preserving alternate communications

DEPARTMENTS

53 Construction Excellence Awards Application 78 Ad Index

60 CISCA Convention Finds Success in Las Vegas Great location + great hotel = Convention success

68 A Visit to Decoustics Take a tour with us of this specialty manufacturer

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innerworkings

You can’t beat a convention in vegas

By Eric Mau

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nother great convention in Las Vegas has come to an end.

I hear from so many people that they do love to travel to Vegas and Orlando.

There are so many things to do that you might actually have no idea how many days you are Eric Mau there. This year, the weather seemed to follow the Midwesterners as the week after we left Vegas the temperature was back up to 80 degrees. I know we have really talked about the weather too much this year, so enough of the whining. Looking forward to summer!

For those of you not at the convention this year, we missed you and look forward to seeing you in Chicago in early October for the Leadership/ Peer sessions or next year helping us celebrate our 65th Anniversary in Long Beach.

There were many positive comments regarding many of the different activities in Vegas this year — from the Golf Outing that started out the week, the several different receptions that were incorporated into the activities, the excellent educational sessions and of course, the awards breakfast. This year, there was an outstanding turnout for the awards breakfast as over 260 people attended. This was the best turnout in over 10 years. There were some excellent projects submitted and the entries and photos were done in such a very professional fashion that you could see how much passion goes into these projects. Everyone knows how much work goes into these submittals and I can tell you first hand that

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these entries are reviewed and treated so fairly, that there should never be a doubt that the judging process is done anything other than a very unbiased, honorable and credible method. You need to know that this process is so professional and unbiased, that these volunteers need to be thanked for their efforts. It would be great to see even more entries next year because I know there are so many projects out there that just need to get submitted to be recognized. Just like the lotto, you can’t win if you don’t play! Please consider working toward getting your best projects submitted for next years’ convention in Long Beach as there will probably be a change in venue.

We are currently planning on changing the awards presentation to an evening event. CISCA would like to have a President’s and Awards Dinner to showcase these outstanding projects.

I think by having a dinner, it adds that much more prestige to the event and also really would allow us to give the proper exposure for these entries. I thought this year’s awards breakfast ran very smoothly with the exception of the small technical glitch that we had when we started into our entertainment portion. The video started without the proper credit to our Platinum Sponsor -USG and Brent Seppa’s introduction of Murray Sawchuck. We apologize for that glitch and want to thank USG and Brent for the great entertainment. It was a pleasant surprise to have Murray as he turned out to be a great break from reality and quite a hit with the crowd. There was quite a lot of positive feedback on his performance and I know several people who actually went out and bought new can openers.

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The closing reception was well attended even with all the activities going on around Vegas. Rockfon‘s Platinum Sponsor Cory Nevin presented Brad Balmer of Formglas with the People’s Choice award for their entry of the Mumbai Airport project. Thank you for making the CISCA events so special and rewarding. I would like to also thank our other two Platinum Sponsors as well. Dave Cookson with Armstrong World Industires. and Eric Brown with CertainTeed. Without their support and your participation, the events would never be successful.

The Board recognizes that there has to be constant change with everyone’s input to keep people interested and to make the time invested worthwhile. Next year’s celebration in Long Beach will be set up with new activities, features and activities. With Pete Welly, our next President, at the helm, nothing can possibly go wrong. Please do get involved and consider participating on a committee or joining the Board to make sure there are always fresh, exciting and diverse ideas and opinions.

I hope everyone is making money in 2014!

Respectfully, Eric T. Mau Your CISCA President 2013-2014 Eric Mau Mau, Inc. 2013 – 2014 CISCA President eric@mauinc.com 847-797-1010

Time flys when you are making a difference 2013-2014 Board of Directors

President Eric Mau Mau, Inc. President-Elect Pete welly Foundation building materials Secretary-Treasurer Patrick Oates Jacobson & Company, Inc. Immediate past president Brad Sampson CDM Investment Group Executive Director SHIRLEY WODYNSKI CISCA

Directors adam bessert thorne associates, inc.

Joann Davis Brayman Armstrong World Industries Jason Gordon Heartland Acoustics & Interiors, Inc. David Kovacs Kamco Supply Corp.

Ron Rice Hunter douglas architectural products Dustin sandoval Airtite Contractors Jim Walaszek Chicago Area Building Specialties Steve Udolph Tectum Inc.

By Shirley Wodynski

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s I was thinking about what to write for this issue I thought about my five and ½ years here at CISCA. I cannot believe it has been five years. It seems like I just started.

When I told my friends and family I was going to work for the Ceilings and Interior Systems Construction Association and told them what the association’s members do, the majority of them questioned if this would be an interesting job. Well, it is very interesting. I have enjoyed meeting the members and learning more about what they do. It is a fascinating industry and so important. When I go into a restaurant or other facility and it is loud or has terrible acoustics I often get annoyed knowing the business has chosen to have the atmosphere the way it is because I know they could have it be better.

During the past five years I have seen firsthand the production of many products, learned how a ceiling is hung and learned what a PCR, EPD and LCA are. In addition, I have met hundreds of professional, knowledgeable and friendly people. I look forward to the convention and leadership conference to see all of you again.

During the past five years I have also seen the association grow stronger. We had a membership drop during the height of the recession, but we are now seeing an increase in membership. Financially we are very strong and we had a record number of attendees to the convention this year. The 260 people who attended know the value this association brings to them. They come not only for the educational events, INTEX tradeshow and the awards breakfast, but to see and catch up with friends they may not

have been able to connect with during the past year.

Where has the time gone? I have had a great 5 years at CISCA but there is still much to do and I look forward to tackling it and helping CISCA achieve all the success it so richly deserves.

Shirley Wodynski Executive Director for CISCA. Shirley.Wodynski@cisca.org 630-584-1919.

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PROJECT OF NOTE

Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Terminal 2 Mumbai, India

Gold Award - Interior Finishes - International Submitted by:

Formglas Products, Ltd.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Architects:

Shamel International FZC SOM - NY

By Meta L. Levin

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oaring more than 106 feet off the floor and covering 401,000 square feet, the ceiling in the new redesign and expansion of Terminal 2 at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai, India, provides a dramatic focal point for the space. It is the result of a close collaboration between the manufacturer, Formglas Products Ltd., the public-private partnership that owns and operates the airport (MIAL),

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the architect and an international array of companies and skilled craftsmen.

With a ceiling design reminiscent of the eye in a Peacock’s feather, a tight deadline, companies and workers from 10 different countries – with languages to match – and the monsoon season, the work represents a project full of challenges. Formglas Products Ltd. (continued on page 8)

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PROJECT OF NOTE (continued from page 6) successfully navigated those and others to complete its work and earn it CISCA’s 2014 Founder’s Award, as well as a Gold Award, Interior Finishes.

“The ceilings are the showcase of the entire project,” says Richard Samson, Formglas’ senior vice president, who was intimately involved in the undertaking.

The 48th busiest airport in the world, Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport was named after a 17th century Maratha emperor and covers 2,900 acres. It is operated and managed by a public-private group, consisting of a GVK lead consortium and the Airports Authority

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of India, together known as MIAL (Mumbai International Airport Private Ltd.). The airport was founded in the late 1940s and has gone through several additions, renovations and name changes since then. Until the most recent expansion and redesign, Terminal 2 was handling nearly three times the number of passengers as originally intended.

A $123 billion dollar project, it comprises four stories, covers 4,000,000 square feet and is designed to handle 40 million passengers a year.

“To be honest, I thought it was just a “nice ceiling” and was unsure why I had been selected (to be construction director),” says Keith Seabrook,

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the MIAL construction director on the job. “When we started, I realized the complications, size and extent of what was to become a work of art.

Then I felt privileged to have been selected.”

Formglas was involved from the very beginning, when architects Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) called them in to consult on the design, primarily whether and how the glass fiber reinforced gypsum (GFRG) product manufactured by Formglas would work in translating the design to reality. “We worked with them for a couple of years before it went out to bid,” says Samson. “We do that as a matter of course.” Formglas still had to bid on

the project along with companies from Great Britain and China.

Once the contract was signed, it took nearly 3,500 labor hours on Catia 3D CAD design software to model and fabricate molds in order to create the modular ceiling and column components. Using 5-axis CNC machines, Formglas managed to create 500 molds to produce more than 15,000 components for the job.

Getting everything right was crucial. For instance, some of the biggest challenges revolved around making the “panels, which were curved or had a radius, as well as those that interfaced with the big external glass paneling,” says Vikram Bhaskaran, general manager of Shamel International of the Sultanate of Oman, the installing contractor.

“We had to survey each and every segment of cable net area and send the details to Formglas for produc-

tion of the panels as per site conditions…these cable nets were designed to adjust to various stress factors, so the panels had to be precisely produced to accommodate any variances.”

Formglas staged the shipping by temporarily leasing 30,000 square feet of warehouse space and fitting it out with custom racking. This setup was mirrored in a Mumbai warehouse close to the job site. It took six weeks to transport the pieces to Mumbai, all done via ship. “It was a tall order,” says Samson, who spent a lot of time traveling back and forth from Canada to India.

After working with shop floor employees in Formglas’ Mexicali, Mexico plant to optimize the packing of the shipping containers, Seabrook headed to Toronto, Canada, where he met with Ken Lee, who is in charge of field sup-

port. Lee listened to what Seabrook had accomplished, promised he could do better and did, managing 16 pieces in each line, as opposed to the nine or 10 Seabrook and the team at Mexicali thought would be the most they could get in a container. “Ken and the team in Mexicali excelled in everything relating to GFRG,” says Seabrook.

Seabrook also shared his knowledge of the Indian Customs Officers’ requirements relating to importing goods to help mitigate any delays and ease the transfer of goods through the docks. “Keith was instrumental in helping get the work done,” says Samson.

On his second visit to North America, Seabrook used his familiarity with the site conditions and limitations to direct those at (continued on page 10)

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PROJECT OF NOTE (continued from page 9) Formglas who were erecting the mock-up of the column cladding.

“Igor Budik really showed me that he knew the product, its qualities and limitations,” says Seabrook. At the time Budik was Formglas’ vice president of manufacturing. He has since become vice president of design.

Seabrook was most complimentary, especially about the help the Formglas crew gave to the installation contractor in Mumbai. “My fellow PMs and CMs and I admired Formglas’ knowledge, experience and exceptional “can do” attitude, (displayed) from the outset through the successful completion,” he says.

Dealing with companies and workers from so many different countries was both a pleasure and, sometimes, a challenge. “We had no end of issues,” says Samson. “But we worked them out.” He was surprised,

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for instance, to arrive and find that while the warehouse had docks, they had no dock levelers. Much of the work that would have been automated in Canada and the United States was done by hand in India.

“They literally dragged the crates out of the containers,” says Samson. “It all seemed very makeshift and it cost time, but eventually we got everything done.”

Laborers put cloth pads on top of their heads and placed materials on top of that to move them from one place to another. That wasn’t much of an issue in the warehouse, but at the job site they were required to wear hardhats, which threw off their balance when trying to carry something on their heads, topped with a hard hat, then pads and finally the cargo. They were climbing up 10 flights of stairs that way.

“Off-site they would be walking

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along in flip flops,” Samson says.

On site, however, they were required to wear work boots. Samson saw carpenters hold a piece of wood between their feet, and then use a jig saw. “They don’t have the equipment that we would have.”

The Formglas materials were supposed to be stored in an environmentally controlled situation, but that was not available in Mumbai. “It was hot and it was humid,” says Samson.

“But it all worked out.” The contract specified that all of the materials be in the warehouse by Christmas 2011 (there was no such thing as “just in time” shipping), a deadline Formglas met, but work did not start until mid2012, says Samson.

The Formglas crew also arrived to learn that, while the roof was supposed to be complete before ceiling installation began, it was not. Then (continued on page 12)

(continued from page 10) the monsoon rains came. Workers were able to cover the materials, but it caused some concern for a while.

Samson believes that he probably surprised some of the officials by donning a hard hat and climbing the scaffolding. “I’m the vice president of Formglas, but I spent days on the scaffolding, because that’s where the work was,” he says. “They were not used to that.”

Attitudes toward contracts and other issues differed from country to country. Various nationalities had different ideas of “speedy delivery,” says Seabrook. “That was not a problem I had with Formglas or Shamel, but I did have to guide and teach other contractors that programmes do matter and delays are not acceptable.”

Although the job site often sounded like the “Tower of Babel,” there were ways around the language problem. “Every contractor or supplier had someone who spoke English, that being the contract language,” says Seabrook. “You just had to find the right guy.”

Much of Samson’s early work revolved around establishing a good relationship with the client, MIAL. “We spent time with the client, discussing the project and gaining their confidence,” he says. “There was a huge confidence factor.”

Those who worked on the project had good words for Formglas.

“We installed 1.8 km of art walls, along with other beautifully designed and manufactured aspects,” says Seabrook. “I, along with others on this side of the business think that the Formglas ceilings and columns rate alongside those magnificent works of art.”

Samson is pleased with the outcome. “This space is so magnificent and designed so beautifully that I almost wonder how we did this,” he says. “It was truly worth the undertaking. The design is incredible.”

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CISCA Convention

Connie Larson Receives the 2014

By Meta L. Levin

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ost every CISCA member knows that Connie Larson is a hard-charging, get-it-done leader, who is more concerned with organizational well being than personal benefit. Her curriculum vitae is long and impressive. Her professional credentials are impeccable. With her natural Midwestern humility, Connie never suspected was that she’d be singled out for personal honor at the 2014 CISCA Convention in Las Vegas, March 31-April 3. But this was the case, as Connie Larson was honored with CISCA’s highest honor — the DeGelleke Award.

“I was surprised, excited, honored and grateful,” she says about the honor her industry peers gave her.

The DeGelleke Award was named after one of CISCA’s founders, Gerry DeGelleke, and is given annually to recognize a member who has made important contributions to the industry and the association.

A CISCA Past President, Connie Larson is a woman of many talents and interests. In addition to serving as CEO of Golden Valley Supply, she currently serves on CISCA’s Industry Marketing Advisory Committee, is active in her church, plays golf, rides motorcycles, boats and water skis. To better understand Connie, let’s take a look at what helped make this human dynamo.

Larson entered the construction industry as a third career. She earned a degree in education and history from the University of Northern Colorado, worked as a flight attendant for Northwest Airlines, then as an elementary school teacher and a little more than 20 years ago she joined Golden Valley Supply (GVS). “I love it,” she says of her work at GVS in Minneapolis, MN, where she works with her husband, Gary, as well as two of their three sons, Garrett and Kyle. “I love the construction community; they are real people, the salt of the earth.”

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For more than 20 years she has been a fixture at CISCA conventions and other events, but admits for the early part of that time, she was not particularly active in the organization. It wasn’t until she was asked to attend a CISCA brainstorming session that she became interested in volunteering, joining the Education Committee, which she ended up chairing. She also chaired the Industry Marketing Advisory Committee and was on the Seismic and Emerging Leaders committees.

As her accomplishments grew, she was asked to serve a two-year term on the CISCA Board of Directors.

From there, she was asked to join the Executive Com-

DeGellecke Award mittee. Subsequently, Connie was elected as CISCA’s first female President. This is quite a testament in such a male-dominated industry.

“I was President during an interesting time,” she says. The executive director was retiring. One of Larson’s top priorities was the search for a replacement.

This culminated in the hiring of Shirley Wodynski. “She jumped in with both feet,” Larson says. “Shirley is a capable leader.”

“It was a difficult and stressful time,” says Carmen

Arguelles, COO of Marjam Supply Co., who served on the CISCA board during that period. “She stewarded us through a challenging period and did a great job.”

Larson, on the other hand, credits what she terms as her “rock star Board of Directors” for moving CISCA forward. “We had experienced industry leaders with diverse ideas serving the association,” she says. “We had a lot of fun and accomplished a lot for the industry.”

During her time on the board, Larson was involved in (continued on page 16)

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CISCA Convention (continued from page 15) the major decisions of the time. “She helped rewrite the by-laws so that we could change the way people were elected to the executive board,” says Michael Coakley, co-president of CJ Coakley Co., Inc., who was CISCA President when Larson was brought onto the board. The rewrite allowed distributors, independent representatives and manufactures to sit on the executive board. “I was really pleased that the membership allowed us to change that.”

Larson made other friends during her tenure. Phillip May was Vice President during her tenure as President. “He has become a good friend,” she says. In fact,

although he had not been able to attend the CISCA conventions in the last few years, he made sure to be there to see Larson receive the DeGelleke award.

“She is deserving of that award and I wanted to be there for her,” says May. The two worked closely on many important issues. “I was impressed with her work ethic and her go-getter attitude. Being a woman in an all men’s club never bothered her. She is a people person.

She is a super person to work with.” May also praises Larson for her integrity and honesty, determination and “will to get things accomplished.”

Like many of those who served with her, Coakley counts Larson as a friend as well as a colleague and

Connie Larson epitomizes the balance needed The skys were a bit friendlier with Connie

Destined for greatness

Connie and husband Gary, partners for life

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Whether horses or bikes, family that rides together, succeeds together

business associate. “The first time I met her, I knew she was one of the smartest business people I had ever met,” he says. Because Coakley is involved in a family business, Larson encouraged him to discuss the ramifications of joining a family business with her sons when they were considering that move.

May also got to know Larson’s family, as well. “She has a super family,” he says. “Her husband and children are into the business and organization 100 percent.

She’s a life friend now and I have a personal relationship with her and her family.”

At the same time, Larson’s family backed her up so that she had time to attend to her presidential duties.

“My sons and my husband took on some of the tasks that would have been on my plate,” she says. “I had a lot of support.”

Connie Larson, epitomizes the old adage, “If you want something done right, give it to a busy woman.”

in a family business Connie with her “GVS family”

Connie with Board mentors Michael Coakley and Phillip May

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Construction Excellence gold - Acoustical solutions - central region

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Architect: The

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Lawrence Group Architects

Architectural Components Group, Inc. of Marshfield, MO worked very closely with The Lawrence Group Architects in St. Louis, Missouri on the specification for this project. Madagascar Rosewood was hand selected and used throughout the project. The particular selection of wood provided an amazing warm and detailed appearance to the auditorium.

Considerable detail was also given to the acoustical performance of the hall and the fabrication of curved wood ceiling panels, acoustical wood wall panels. All wood components throughout the auditorium were provided by ACGI and were installed by Waterhout Construction of St. Louis, MO.

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Awards silver - Acoustical solutions - central region

Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Submitted by:

Decoustics/CertainTeed

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Select Architect: Diamond

Drywall & Acoustics

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An interesting design turn also incorporated flexible fiberglass wall panels into a perforated metal railing system for additional acoustic control. Decoustics provided detailed instructions

Bronze - Acoustical solutions - central region

Grand Valley State U. - L. William Seidman Center, Grand Rapids, MI Submitted by:

Sound Seal, Inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Bouma Corp.

Selleck Architectural Sales, Inc.

Architect: Integrated

Architecture

Grand Rapids, Michigan is the home of Grand Valley State University. Located on this campus is the new L. William Seidman Center. Within the 127,000 square foot space is the Richard & Helen DeVos Board Room and a state of the art Trading Room. Designed by Integrated Architecture of Grand Rapids, and with installation by Bouma Corp. of Grand Rapids, MI, the WoodTrends Custom Reveal Edge Panels in custom stained white Oak help to create the acoustic environment critical to each space. The team of Sound Seal and Bouma Corp. has helped to create a space that students and faculty can be proud of for many years to come.

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Construction Excellence gold - Acoustical solutions - east region

The New School, New York, NY Submitted by: Architectural Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Components Group, Inc.

Component Assembly Systems

Architect: SOM

The New School is a cutting edge university located in the historic Greenwich Village neighborhood in New York City.

The 16-story University Center, designed by SOM of New York, NY was described by New York Times architectural critic Nicolai Ouroussoff as “a celebration of the cosmopolitan city”. The University Center Project consists of multiple lecture halls, an 800 seat auditorium/performance hall, a library and dormitories. The general contractor was Tishman Construction Corporation of Newark, NJ, and the installation contractor is Component Assembly Systems of Pelham, NY. Architectural Components Group, Inc. engineered and manufactured all wood acoustical ceilings and wood acoustical walls throughout the project.

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Awards silver - Acoustical solutions - east region

Southern Regional Technology and Recreational Complex, Fort Washington, MD Submitted by:

Rulon International

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Tuckman

Barbee Construction Company

The Southern Regional Technology and Recreation Complex in Maryland proved to be a beautiful and complex project. The designers at Sorg Architects created a trapezoid shape in this multi-use room. This shape and the demanding acoustics proved challenging. Rulon International provided custom engineered Aluratone acoustical wood veneered panels designed to fit perfectly in the unusually shaped room. Extensive and close coordination between Rulon and installers Tuckman Barbee Construction Company ensured the job went smoothly.

Bronze - Acoustical solutions - east region

Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Submitted by:

Gordon, Inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

A-Val Architectural Metal Corp.

Design Sales Associates, Inc.

Architect: Brisbin Brook Beynon Architects

In 2013, a $1 billion renovation was completed in one the world’s most renowned arenas, Madison Square Garden.

This famous venue has a long and rich history of hosting some of the greatest entertainment events including concerts from the days of Elvis and the Beatles to Michael Jackson and Billy Joel. Some of the greatest professional and college sporting events of all time have been held in the facility.

The architect relied on Gordon, Inc. to deliver a specialty metal architectural wall system that provides superior acoustical performance, an aesthetically pleasing appearance, and high durability.

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Construction Excellence gold - Acoustical solutions - south region

The National WWII Museum, U.S. Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center, New Orleans, LA Submitted by: Gordon, Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

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King Company Limited Partnership Kohler Building Specialties

Architect:

Mathes Brierre Architects

Voorsanger Architects

Voorsanger Mathes LLC, Architects

The 26,540-square-foot, $35 million museum, The National WWII Museum, U.S. Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center honors the 16 million men and women who served in a world war, as well as the uncountable others who served vital functions in the civilian war efforts on the home front.

Gordon, Inc. provided an attractive and affordable acoustical solution utilizing corrugated metal wall panels fabricated with a custom perforation pattern to reduce the sound reverberation time, all combining to increase the Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC).

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Awards silver - Acoustical solutions - south region

Country Music Hall of Fame Theater & Event Hall, Nashville, TN Submitted by:Architectural Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Components Group, Inc.

Acoustics & Specialties Zurca Construction Solutions

Architect: Tuck-Hinton

The expansion of the world famous Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, TN was a carefully choreographed project that was not only complementary to the existing Hall of Fame building, but also compatible with other new construction projects in the heart of downtown Nashville. The project involved a four-level round auditorium performance hall, a new grand entrance and stairway, and a multi-purpose Events Hall.

The conceptual design of the wood grille wall panels was by Tuck-Hinton Architects of Nashville. Architectural Components Group, Inc, of Marshfield, MO developed the concepts into panel design, shop drawings, suspension components and details, and manufactured the various panel types for installation. Access Floors of Nashville handled the complex installation of both the wood grille panels and the scrim and acoustic insulation that was designed for the spaces. The Nashville office of Brasfield and Gorey acted as General Contractors on this and adjacent projects simultaneously.

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Construction Excellence gold - Acoustical solutions - west region

Newport Beach Civic Center, Newport Beach, CA Submitted by: 9Wood Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Architect: Bohlin

Preferred Ceilings, Inc.

Cywinski Jackson

Like shimmering sails overlooking the nearby marina, the 150-by-30 foot curved ceilings bays conceived by architects Bohlin Cywinski Jackson continue from the interior through the glass curtain wall to the exterior soffit. In addition, the doubly curved wall was an important focal point of the meeting room, recalled the architects. 9Wood worked with us to adapt a standard flat-panel product as a cost-effective way to treat the surface that curved in two dimensions. The result was an NRC of better than .80 on a two-dimensionally curving surface, without the visual impact of perforations.

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Awards silver - Acoustical solutions - west region

Salt Lake City Community College Screening Room, Salt Lake City, UT Submitted by:

Rulon International

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Golder Acoustics

Architect: GSBS Architects GSBS Architects designed a fantastic lecture room at Salt Lake City Community College. The theater- style sloping room features acoustic and flat wood veneered panels.

The panels cover almost every surface in the room. This included the ceiling, back and side walls and the comers transitioning the walls to the ceiling. The custom wood panels provided were Rulon International’s Aluratone acoustic wood veneered panels, flat wood veneered panels and Curvalon curved wood veneered panels. Golder Acoustics stepped up with a professional installation which included extensive field cutting while maintaining perfect reveal alignment.

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National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Golden, CO Submitted by:

pinta acoustic, inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Phase 2 Company

Western Interior Supply

When the Energy Department’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in Golden, Colo., designed the Energy Systems Integration Facility (ESIF), one of its primary goals was to showcase sustainable design and energy efficiency. ESIF’s office wing features open-plan office areas and hard surfaces, which reflects sound, potentially making it difficult for employees to communicate and concentrate.

To reduce noise and echo, while complementing the decor, architects worked with Pinta Acoustic to develop custom trianglular-shaped baffles to suit their project needs.

Attractive and sound-absorbing triangle baffles were continuously suspended at 45-degree angles on stretched cables, run through the open-web bar joists below the metal roof deck ceiling, creating a vibrant, productive environment with greater speech intelligibility.

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Construction Excellence gold - ceilings - central region

Eaton World Headquarters, Beachwood, OH Submitted by: Decoustics/CertainTeed Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: KBJ Architect: MGA

Inc.

Partners

Mini Perforated wood veneer and Claro® fiberglass ceiling panels, Ceilencio® suspension grid and butterfly clips custom made by Decoustics are ideal solutions to the complex interior design challenges of the new Eaton Corporation North American Headquarters in Beachwood, Ohio. Manufactured to the specifications of Pickard Chilton Architects, Inc., of New Haven, Conn., the ceiling panels create a dynamic look while conforming to the crescent-like curves of the building, and providing exceptional light distribution and acoustic control. Additionally, Ceilencio® custom suspension grid and butterfly clips allow the additional support needed for large panel-integrated light fixtures and speakers, as well as easy maintenance access.

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Awards silver - ceiling - central region

Columbia College - Brouder Science Center, Columbia, MO Submitted by:

Sound Seal, Inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: REW

Materials, Inc.

Architect: Simon Oswald Architecture Located in Columbia, Missouri, Columbia College is a private, non-profit, liberal arts & sciences institution. The new Gerald T. & Bonnie M. Brouder Science Center is the showcase of the campus featuring many advanced building materials and techniques, as well as state of the art science equipment in their eight advanced labs and five general labs.

Most impressive is the 126-seat Bixby Auditorium. Designed

by Simon Oswald Architecture of Columbia, Missouri, with installation by Braun Plastering & Drywall, the WoodTrends Custom Acoustical Wood Ceiling Panels in custom stained Quarter Sawn Cherry Veneer dominate the Auditorium and Student Interaction Spaces. The team of Sound Seal, REW Materials, and Braun has helped to create a space the students can be proud of for many years to come.

Bronze - ceilings - central region

Prairie Meadows Racetrack Casino Hotel, Altoona, IA Submitted by:

Gordon, Inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Olympic

Companies REW Materials

Architect:

Shive Hattery Architecture + Engineering

The manufacturer of the ceiling systems provided custom floating cloud ceilings that were created from three unique metal extrusions and a vertical metal strip. The architect coined the analogy of the “Swoosh” to describe the featured ceilings. As described by the architect, the primary purpose of the Swooshes was to provide contrast and definition of space within the expansive casino.

These architectural design elements functioned to organize the casino floor and assisted in “way-finding” to guide the patrons throughout the large space. The lighting is coved within the perimeter of the Swooshes providing an illusion of the sunlight highlighting a cloud in the sky.

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Construction Excellence gold - ceilings -east region

East Boston Branch Library, Boston, MA Submitted by: Rulon

International

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: American

Contractors Corporation

The new LEED certified Silver, East Boston Branch Library in Boston, Massachusetts is a quickly becoming a landmark for this fast-growing and diverse neighborhood. Rulon International’s Wood Panel Grille ceiling system covers 8,000 square feet of ceiling space. American Acoustical Corporation did an outstanding job with the installation, and the successful design was done by William Rawn Associates. This project turned out so well that the architects plan to use the same ceiling design, product and installers for another project.

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Awards silver - ceilings - east region

Temple University South Gateway, Philadelphia, PA Submitted by:

Architectural Components Group, Inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Dale Construction

S & S Resources

Architect: MGA Partners Architectural Components Group, Inc. of Marshfield, MO worked very closely with the architectural firm, MGA Partners in Philadelphia, PA on the design requirements for this project. The key was to design something that could be cost effective to install and easily removed if required.

ACGI’s SS-7 suspension system provided a simple solution to a complex design. In addition, the ceiling needed to address certain acoustical performance characteristics for the space. This was easily achieved with ACGI’s Encore product line of acoustical wood panels. L.F. Driscoll of Bala Cynwyd, PA and Dale Contracting performed flawlessly on the project and provided what many people are calling “the best looking ceiling in Philadelphia.”

Bronze - ceilings - east region

Dunbar Senior High School, Washington, DC Submitted by:

Rulon International

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: P and D Contractors

Dunbar Senior High School played a prominent role in America’s history as America’s first African American High School. For the newly built high school, EE&K Architects & Engineers designed a new and very contemporary auditorium featuring terracing of the ceiling. Rulon International provided the Wood Panel Grille ceiling and wall system. Rulon worked closely with the installers P and D Contracting to complete this very complex installation.

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Construction Excellence gold - ceilings -south region

Nemours Children’s Hospital, Orlando, FL Submitted by: Kenpat USA, LLC Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Armstrong World

Architect:

Industries, CertainTeed Ceilings, Decoustics, Rulon International Marjam Supply

Perkins + Will

Nemours Children’s Hospital is a 630,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art 95-bed pediatric hospital in Orlando, FL. The Hospital was designed by Perkins & Will Architectural of Boston, and KENPAT USA of Apopka, FL, was selected as the acoustical ceiling contractor. The project included over 277,000 square feet of seven different types of ceiling tile, over 3/4 of a mile of various architectural trims, and 72 miles of acoustical ceiling grid. The entire project took over 3 years to complete, with the ceilings alone taking nearly a year for installation. KENPAT USA ably met the design’s demand for accurate, high-quality workmanship.

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Awards silver - ceiling - south region

Love Field Modernization Project, Dallas, TX Submitted by: Integrated Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Industries

Architect: Corgan

Interiors, Inc.

Armstrong World

Associates, Inc.

The Dallas Love Field Airport Modernization Project required an accessible, durable and acoustical ceiling.

Armstrong along with contractor Integrated Interiors,Inc. installed Metal Works Vector in Prelude XL suspension. They partnered to design reveals that simulate airplane contrails for Corgan Architects using standard Axiom Classic edge trim. These components were connected in a non-­standard method to create the contrails.

This renovation turned a dated airport into a modern, state-of-the-art transportation center that will serve the needs of North Texas travelers for many years to come.

Bronze - ceilings - south region

Gyu Kaku Miami, Miami, FL Submitted by:

Rulon International

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Lotspeich Company

of Florida

The Gyu Kaku Japanese barbecue restaurant in Miami features a one-of-a- kind wood veneered ceiling as its center piece. 2010 Architects designed this unique ceiling using Rulon International’s Curvalon custom-shaped wood veneered ceiling panels. This highly technical ceiling was realized as a result of great design, quality engineering and manufacturing and great installation by Lotspeich Company of Florida.

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Construction Excellence gold - ceilings - west region

UCLA Sproul Complex, Los Angeles, CA Submitted by: 9Wood,

Inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Southcoast Acoustical Interiors, Inc.

Specified Interiors

Architect: Pfeiffer Partners With over 13,000 square feet of FSC Western Hemlock intersecting at several different angles, advanced coordination was the key to providing the subcon­tractor with an engineered-to-order solution for the UCLA Sproul Complex. Project Manager Brad Leonard recalls 9Wood’s lead drafter creating a custom 3D model of the ceiling to review intersections and suspension challenges. 9Wood also provided a custom perimeter panel fabrication to organically integrate the wood with an adjoining metal ceiling.The UCLA Sproul Complex represents the challenges and benefits of complex architectural design, as well as the custom manufacturing solutions required to implement them.

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Awards silver - ceilings - west region

San Jose Convention Center, San Jose, CA Submitted by: Owens

Corning/Eurospan

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Performance

Contracting, Inc. L & W Supply The Finish Line

Architect: Populous,

Inc.

When a pharmaceutical company in the Boston, MA area asked Cannon Design to create a conference room adjacent to their research laboratories, the architect specified the Barz ceiling system from Ceilings Plus. While the ceiling looks like solid wood, the linear elements are made with wood veneer laminated to sheet aluminum. The lightweight components are panelized for easy installation and aboveceiling access to the lab’s ductwork and piping.

Bronze - ceilings - west region

Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, Lancaster, PA Submitted by: Armstrong

World Industries

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Paramount

Contracting

Architect: Ballinger

The Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute at Lancaster General Health in Lancaster, PA, is a state-of-the-art facility that integrates advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies with nature. The design team incorporated various elements from nature into the interior of the building, including the Armstrong WoodWorks® AccessTM custom ceiling system the team chose for the lobby, reception area, and hallways. The wood veneer panels are backed with soundabsorbing fleece for acoustical control. The wood ceiling is evocative of nature and helps transform the interior of the building into a warm and welcoming place where patients can interact quietly with nature.

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Construction Excellence gold - Interior Finishes - central region

Henry W. Bloch Executive Hall for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Kansas City, MO Submitted by: E

& K of Kansas City, Inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Fellert North America, Armstrong World Industries, Golterman & Sabo Acoustics, Marino/Ware, National Gypsum Company, CertainTeed Ceilings, pinta acoustic, inc., Wagner Interior Supply, United States Gypsum Company, REW Materials Architect: BNIM

Inc., Moore, Ruble, Yudell

The Henry W. Bloch Executive Hall for Entrepreneurship and Innovation on the UMKC campus in Kansas City, Missouri was brought to life through the efforts of the design team which included BNIM Architects, MRY Architects, and general contractor J. E. Dunn. Key subcontractors including E&K of Kansas City, Inc. succeeded in providing the high level finishes expected by the owner.

Finishes that contribute to the ambience of the project include Fellert Acoustical plaster, Armstrong Ceilings, Golterman Sabo Acoustics, Marino/Ware, National Gypsum, CertainTeed Ceilings, Pinta Acoustic Inc., Wagner Interior Supply, USG, REW Materials, Sutherland Felt, and RCS Millwork.

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Awards Bronze - interior finishes - east region

Temple University South Gateway, Philadelphia, PA Submitted by:

Decoustics

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Dale Construction Co. Inc.

Architect: MGA

S & S Resources, Inc.

Partners, Architects

Claro® fiberglass panels,Ceilencio® suspension grid and butterfly clips custom-made by Decoustics are an ideal solution to the complex, undulating ceiling design challenges of the new Temple University Food Court in Phila delphia, PA. Manufactured to the specifications of MGA Partners, Architects of Philadelphia, PA, the ceiling panels provide visual interest during the day and a striking lighting element when seen from outside at night. The custom Ceilencio® suspension system grid and butterfly clips allowed for the 1/8” reveals making the design and installation a success.

Integrated Interiors, Inc. is proud to receive the Silver 2014 Construction Excellence Award for our ceiling work at the Dallas Love Field Modernization project.

We wish to thank the general contractor, Hensel Phelps Construction, for their support.

Also Armstrong for manufacturing the MetalWorks ceiling material and Cowtown Materials for timely deliveries.

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Construction Excellence gold - Interior finishes - south region

Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus, Miami, FL Submitted by: Ceilings Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Architect:

Plus

Lotspeich Company, Inc.

Zyscovich Architects

An imaginative state-of-the-art design for the lobby at the Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus needed to complement the educational experience for students and teachers. Ceilings Plus worked with Zyscovich Architects to engineer a solution for the complex Tessellation 20/30 designs, to transform the vision into a practical solution.

The Sarante™ finish was used to add value to the aesthetics of the other “raw looking” materials that were used.

Installation was done by Lotspeich Company, Inc., and Ceilings Plus is represented by Formas, Inc.

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Awards silver - interiors finishes - south region

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Theater, Florida Submitted by:

Radius Track Corporation

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Architect:

Wal-Mark Contracting Group

PGAV Destinations

Designed by PGAV Destinations, the theater within the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex takes guests up into the mystery of space travel. Framing drywall contractor, Wal­-Mark Contracting Group, LLC, and unitized panel manufacturer, Radius Track Corporation, worked together to create four telescoping arches that soar above visitors. When the multi­-media show starts on the screen, images of the Atlantis space shuttle dance over the arches, creating a multi-sensory effect of the images “leaping” off the screen to the arches.

Constructed to visual and acoustic specifications, the design and soundtrack engulf visitors with the ultimate “space travel” experience.

Bronze - interiors finishes - south region

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex - Space Shuttle Atlantis Exhibit, Florida Submitted by:

Gordon, Inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: A.

C. Dellovade

Wal-Mark Contracting Group Architect: PGAV Architects

The space shuttle program has ended, and the Space Shuttle Atlantis has begun a new career as the centerpiece of a $100 million Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

The 90,000 square-foot museum is also filled with other space exploration memorabilia as well as more than 60 interactive exhibits and simulators, combining elements typical of modern theme park technology with historic space photos, artifacts and film footage.

Gordon, Inc. was chosen to furnish numerous featured products throughout the museum including corrugated and perforated metal wall panels, custom trapezium-shaped acoustical panel systems, suspension, and acoustical and drywall perimeter trims.

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Construction Excellence gold - interior finishes - west region

San Francisco Jazz Center, San Francisco, CA Submitted by: Architectural

Components Group, Inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Performance Contracting Group

Architect: Mark Cavagnero Associates Acoustic performance and consistent finish of panels were two key characteristics that Mark Cavagnero Associates Architects of San Francisco, CA specified for this project. Architectural Components Group, Inc. of Marshfield, MO and Performance Contracting of San Francisco worked together in producing what the owner called an “outstanding piece of artwork.” The quality workmanship produced in the factory and on the jobsite is definitely in every detail of this project.

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Awards silver - interiors finishes - west region

Colonel Nesmith Readiness Center, Dallas, OR Submitted by: 9Wood Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Performance Contracting, Inc.

Architect:

THA Architects

The Nesmith Readiness Center is the new location for the 162nd Combat Engineering Company. Thomas Hacker Architecture (THA) wanted to incorporate elements that really evoke the “hands-on” quality of combat engineers, which is why 9Wood was brought in to provide the walls and ceilings for the main grange hall.

Large Cross Piece Grilles were chosen as the appropriate product. By omitting 9Wood’s final sanding process, the Western Hemlock Grilles retained a rough-sawn texture as well as markings from the kiln-drying process.This gives the grange hall a feel of having been in service for decades.

Silver - interiors finishes - west region

Tom Bradley International Terminal at Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles, CA Submitted by: Performance

Contracting, Inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Ceilings

Plus

Armstrong World Industries Architect: Fentress Architects

Gensler Architects As the first major improvement in 25 years, the innovative design recharges the outdated LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal with a convenient and comfortable passenger experience. The centerpiece features the best Los Angeles has to offer in dining, shopping and relaxation.

The new terminal offers passengers 18 new gates, nine of which are capable of accommodating new wide-body A3-80 aircrafts and more than 60 restaurants and luxury retail shops, and free Wi-Fi. Sustainability was a key feature of the development program of this project which incorporates sustainable design features that promote energy efficiency while mitigating adverse environmental impacts.

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Founder’s Award gold - Interior finishes - international region

Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport Terminal 2, Mumbai, India Submitted by: Formglas Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Architect:

Products, Ltd.

Shamel International FZC

SOM - NY

Formglas supplied and supervised installation of a magnificent complex GFRG ceiling at Mumbai Airport’s newly opened Terminal T2.

Developed by GVK, designed by SOM New York, CM by Larsen & Toubro, and installation by Shamel International, the project entails over 5OO,OOO sq. ft. of complex GRG elements fabricated in North America and shipped in 200 containers to India.

It is the first use of the material in India and is the largest GFRG project in the world. Formglas provided input at the design phase, and was involved on site with the storage, handling, moving and installation of 13,500 components.

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Construction Excellence gold - renovation - east region

Milford Plaza Hotel, New York, NY Submitted by: Architectural Architect:

Components Group, Inc.

Gabellini Sheppard Associates

The Milford Plaza Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Manhattan, and their renovation plans involved a complete redesign, relocation and expansion of the main multi-level lobby area. The sloped and curved ceiling plane was completed by combining engineered panels of solid hardwood blades skewed both horizontally and vertically which interwove when installed. The intentional random look wood ceiling baffle concept was developed

by Gabellini Sheppard Architects of New York. Engineering and manufacturing of the baffle ceiling panels was by Architectural Components Group, Inc. of Marshfield, MO. Ceiling installation was completed by National Acoustics of New York.

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Awards silver - renovation - east region

Hoboken Station, Hoboken, NJ Submitted by: Gordon,

Inc.

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

APS Contractors

Specialty Products and Insulation

Design Sales Associates, Inc.

Architect: The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Studio 5 Partnership Architects/Planners

Dattner Architects Shortly after this transformation project was launched, one of the most devastating natural environmental events in recorded history occurred. Hoboken Station was completely submerged as a result of the storm. Flood waters and debris had to be removed, and the underground facilities had to be cleaned and sanitized before the renovation could be restarted.

Gordon, Inc. provided a comprehensive and fully integrated ceiling system that extends the length of the corridor.

Bronze - renovation - south region

Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, FL Submitted by:

Rulon International

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Atlantic Interior Services, Inc.

The designers at Glidden Spina & Partners used a great deal of wood finishes in their design for the interior renovation of a building for The Society of the Four Arts in Miami.

Using Rulon International’s Aluratone acoustical wood veneered panels as well as flat wood veneered panels, Atlantic Interior Services Inc. did a superb job with the installation.Some of the 3-dimensional panels were created by the installers in the field using Rulon’s Aluratone panels. Great design, careful planning and quality products made this project a grand success.

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Construction Excellence gold - renovation - south region

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA Submitted by: Ceilings Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

Specialties

Plus

King Company LP, Kohler Building

Architect: Manning Architects

Following the 2005 disaster of Hurricane Katrina, the city of New Orleans decided to give the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center new uplifting renovations which spanned over the past five years. The city asked architectural firms Manning Architects & Eskew + Dumez + Ripple, in a joint venture with LMN Architects, to transform the Great Hall & Pre-Function Areas of the convention center. The tremendous engineering and fabrication skills of Ceilings Plus gave complex ceilings and walls a new breath of life. The panels were installed by King Company, LP, and Kohler Building Specialties represented Ceilings Plus.

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Awards gold - renovation - West  region

Wallis Annenburg Center for the Performing Arts, Beverly Hills, CA

Submitted by: Fellert

North America

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project:

L&W Supply (Calply) The Raymond Group

Architect: Studio Pali Fekete Architects Studio Pali Fekete Architects embraced the true nature of sustainability by taking an abandoned 1933 United States Post Office and transforming it into the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts. Using the Fellert Acoustical Plaster system, the magnificent ltalianate-style craftsmanship of the architecture was preserved while transforming the human experience within the space, by adding sound absorption and an NRC of .85 to the sculpted atrium ceiling. The vaulted ceilings required expert craftsmen from The Raymond Group to install the Fellert system with a high level of skill and attention to detail.

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Construction Excellence gold - Boutique

World Kitchen, Rosemont, IL Submitted by: Airtite

Contractors

Architect: Gensler

World Kitchen, LLC wanted a feature ceiling that brought attention to the products they provide. In order to accomplish this desire, one thousand Corelle dinner plates were suspended in the main elevator lobby to create a major focal point when first entering the space. The cost and complexity of the project were overcome with teamwork and innovative thinking by all of the parties involved.

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Awards silver - Boutique

Abacus Wealth TI, Santa Monica, CA Submitted by: 9Wood Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Architect: NBBJ

G&S Acoustics

A network of Midwest “barn chasers,” White Oak rafters from an old Kentucky barn, a skilled installing subcontractor, and a custom ceiling manufacturer named 9Wood were the elements Alex Poon of NBBJ Architects pulled together to create a new space for the Abacus Wealth office in Santa Monica. “It was an audacious plan,” says Poon. “We wanted to bring that raw yet sophisticated part of nature into the space.” Through careful coordination amongst all parties involved, it came off without a hitch. Everything went together just as we planned, recalls G&S Acoustics.

Bronze - Boutique

Global Industries Incorporated, Grand Island, NE Submitted by:

Lincoln Drywall Service

Other CISCA Members Involved with Project: Armstrong

Industries Architect:

World

Webb and Company

Architects

Global Industries, Incorporated headquarters in Grand Island, NE is a great example of the use of Architectural Specialties products from Armstrong World Industries that can be used in a building to help enhance the concepts of their company. With the efforts of Webb & Company Architects and Lincoln Drywall Service and a local ceiling contractor, this project has set a standard for many jobs in the future.

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Construction Excellence

C

ISCA members should be extremely proud of the work we do — and the Construction Excellence Awards are just one way to spotlight some of our best and brightest. One year ago, when we began this pictoral program to accompany the Awards Program breakfast, there was some debate as to whether we should include photos of all entries, or just the winning projects. Given the number of categories and Gold-Silver-Bronze award levels, there are a finite number of presentations, but we didn’t want to overlook any of these fine projects. Please join me in congratulating each entry for its Construction Excellence.

As with any awards program, entries are judged by a jury of their peers in the industry. A panel of qualified judges reviews each project without name or reference. The judges affix a numeric value to each project, and then the scores are tallied. Gold - Silver - Bronze awards are assigned based upon the point total that was awarded by the judging panel.

If there are fewer than 3 entries in a region, then the points of the top point earner will be compared to the winners in other categories and be awarded the award that matches that point total. You will note in review of these awards that not every category has a winner. This is a function of the number of entries per category and the relative point total of each entry.

Gordon, Inc.

Pinnacle Bank Arena

Chicago Metallic Corporation

Manatee Technical Institute, Main Campus, Multi-Purpose Lobby

Armstrong World Industries Destiny USE Shopping Mall

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note—

Armstrong World Industries

Armstrong Commercial Ceilings

Acousti Engineering Company of FL

Heartland Acoustics & Interiors

Ceilings Plus

Pinta Acoustic

Ronald McDonald House

Birmingham - Shuttlesworth International Airport

Consolidated Rental Car Facility — Boston Logan International Airport

Lyric Opera Administrtation Building

Kaiser Permanente South Multi-Specialty Center

Alchemist Shop

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Award winners will be recognized during the CISCA Convention April 29, 2015 in Long Beach, CA. The awards ceremony features a multi-media presentation of all submissions and winning projects. Winners will be featured in the Acoustical Interior Construction magazine.

Entries are due no later than January 31, 2015.

A special entry fee is available for entries received by January 16, 2015. No late entries will be accepted.

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Your project will compete against other projects submitted in the same CISCA region. Projects must be submitted in the CISCA region where the project is located.

All entries will be judged using the same award categories and criteria against other submissions from that region. Projects outside the United States and Canada will enter the International Region.

Regional qualification does not apply to the Boutique Category. All entries into the Boutique Category will be judged as a group.

Note: Entries outside the geographic area shown at right are considered International.

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Category Descriptions

Ceilings – Complex or difficult design new construction ceiling projects (interior or exterior) using metal, wood, fiberglass, fabric or mineral fiber.

Renovation – Complex or difficult design renovation projects using metal, wood, fiberglass, fabric or mineral fiber.

Interior Finishes – Complex or difficult design interior finish projects. Category includes wall panels and cladding systems. This category is all inclusive for work done on the interior of a building.

Note: Entries outside the geographic area shown below are considered International.

Acoustical Solutions – Complex or difficult design projects solving an acoustical challenge.

Boutique – Unique interior projects less than 10,000 square feet.

NOTE: Entries submitted in the wrong category may be disqualified by the judges.

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Award Recipients will be notified after judging. Winners are asked to notify the others listed on their project of the outcome of judging. Each winning entry is given one award.

Additional awards may be purchased for other CISCA members who worked on the projects. Additional awards purchased by March 10, 2015 can be presented during the breakfast. All awards will be presented in Long Beach and a picture will be taken on stage. Only CISCA members will be recognized in the video and in the magazine Gold – may be awarded in each category within each region.

Silver – may be awarded in each category within each region.

Bronze – may be awarded in each category within each region.

Boutique – Gold, Silver and Bronze may be awarded within this category.

Optional Special Awards Special Awards may be given at the discretion of the judges. Recognition may be given to the project the judges deem to be the “Best of the Best,” The Founder’s Award. The Founder’s Award is presented to the project deemed the best overall project – work of the contractor and use of manufacturer’s materials.

Contractor’s Award – this award may be given to a project submitted by a contractor. This award is similar to the Founder’s Award, but will be given based solely on the work of the contractor who has submitted the entry.

People’s Choice Award – this award is voted upon by attendees of the awards event.

A real honor to be judged by your peers.

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Entry Requirements Projects must be completed within 18 months of the date due and not have been previously submitted.

No maximum to the number of total entries from one company A maximum of three (3) entries in any one category from one company No project may be submitted in more than one category by the same company The company submitting the project must be a CISCA member, i.e. distributor, contractor, manufacturer, etc. by the date of judging.

WHAT TO SEND - $900 fee if submitted by January 10, 2014, $325 if the contractor is a CISCA member - $1,000 fee if received January 12 - 31, 2014, $375 if the contractor is a CISCA member - Completed entry form, binder (as per below), pictures - Be sure the entry form clearly indicates the region where the project is located - Be sure the entry form clearly indicates the category under which the project is entered.

- Do not send material you need returned BINDER REQUIREMENT - White 1 inch, 3-ring binder (suggested Wilson-Jones W362-14W) - Each sheet/picture should be placed in a plastic protection sheet - No dividers should be used, no cover sheet - Items should be placed in binder in the following order: o Completed Entry form, along with form of payment o Narrative (no longer than 500 words) – more detail can be found later. No company name, project name, or location of project. o Pictures – be sure the picture description is placed below the picture, not on the back, or on the adjacent page. Decription cannot state company name, project name, or location of project. o Short paragraph to be used in the magazine if the project wins (Up to a 100 word narrative should be written for the magazine and website should the project win an award. This narrative should include the name of the project and all contributing companies.) o CD of photos in jpeg format only (call CISCA if you would like to upload your pictures to the ftp site) o Please indicate which picture you would like used in the magazine.

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Judging Criteria

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY A panel of industry representatives will judge the entries. A copy of the judges’ scoring sheet is attached.

When thinking about what to include regarding job conditions, consider the challenges a job site might present to the contractor working within a difficult space. For example, other tradesmen and equipment working at the same time making installation more difficult; unusual heights and the complexity of installation due to these heights; or other extreme unusual outside influences that challenged the installation process. Include the estimated total man hours which the job required for completion.

Many times the submittals include the statement “the job had a short time frame for installation” or something of that nature and depending on the project and products installed that may or may not be considered a “job condition”.

OVERALL PRESENTATION AND APPEARANCE OF ENTRY Binder:

a.

Each entry must be in a white, 3-ring binder with no company or project names or logo.

Suggested binder is Wilson Jones, W362 14W.

b.

Each sheet of paper and photograph is to be in a clear plastic protection sheet

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Do not use dividers

d.

Binder should be arranged in this order:

o Completed Entry form, along with form of payment

o Narrative (no longer than 500 words) – more detail can be found later

o Pictures – be sure the picture description is placed below the picture, not on the back, not on the adjacent page.

o Short paragraph to be used in the magazine if the project wins (Up to a 100 word

narrative should be written for the magazine and website should the project win an award. This

narrative should include the name of the project and all contributing companies.)

o CD of photos Photographs All photos should be hi-resolution. A minimum of (5), but no more than ten (10) 8” X 10” or full-sheet photographs may be included. Provide a brief description of the photo below the picture. Photos should be good quality photos which clearly show the judges the project. Photos do not have to be professionally done, but if they are, be sure to obtain reproduction rights from the photographer for CISCA’s use without limitation. Photos on the CD should be in JPEG format. It would be helpful to the judges to have photographs of the project before, during and after completion of the project. Project name and company or specific product names should not be in the photographs.

Narrative A maximum of 500 words providing details about the size and scope of the project. Narrative should include information on the challenges and special obstacles encountered on the project; the degree of difficulty or extenuating circumstances encountered in completing the project. Basically, answer these questions:

• What makes this project special?

• Any manufacturing difficulties

• What qualifies this project for an award?

• Any installation difficulties

• Estimate of man hours required NOTE: THIS NARRATIVE SHOULD NOT INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE PROJECT, THE LOCATION OF THE PROJECT, SPECIFIC PRODUCT NAMES, THE NAME OF THE CONTRACTOR, MANUFACTURER, DISTRIBUTOR, INDEPENDENT MANUFACTURERS REP, ARCHITECT, OTHER COMPANY THAT WORKED ON THE PROJECT OR PERSONS WHO WORKED ON THE PROJECT. IF INCLUDED, THESE NAMES ARE BLACKED OUT WITH A MARKER WHICH MAKES READING THE NARRATIVE DIFFICULT FOR THE JUDGES AS THIS CAUSES A LOSS OF FLOW WHEN READING. UP TO 10 POINTS WILL BE DEDUCTED IF NAMES ARE INCLUDED IN THIS NARRATIVE.

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2014 Entry Form

CISCA CONSTRUCTION EXCELLENCE AWARDS Please complete the information exactly as it should appear on the award. Each submission requires a separate entry form, which must be in a separate entry binder. Form must be completed in its entirety. Contact person is requested to respond to all communications in a timely manner.

Print or type exactly as it should appear on the award, in the magazine and on the website.

Category (circle one) q Acoustical Solutions q Ceilings q Interior Finishes q Renovation q Boutique (No Region) Region (circle one)

q South q Central q East q West q International

Name of Project: Location of Project (city, state): List other companies involved in this project. Please note, Contractor, Distributor, Manufacturers Reps and Manufacturers must be CISCA members to be recognized as having worked on the project. If you have a long list of contributors, please append them to your entry form on a separate sheet.

Contractor: Company name, Contact name, Email address, phone number, city, state Distributor: Company name, Contact name, Email address, phone number, city, state

Mfg. Rep: Company name, Contact name, Email address, phone number, city, state Manufacturer: Company name, Contact name, Email address, phone number, city, state Architect: Company name, Contact name, Email address, phone number, city, state

Applicant: Company Name: Contact Person: Title:

Mailing Address:

Telephone Number: Email Address:

As company representative I give CISCA permission to use photographs and any information submitted for the CISCA Construction Excellence Awards competition, promotional materials and news releases.

Signature: Payment Type (circle one): Check Visa MasterCard AMEX

1010 Jorie Blvd., Suite 30,

Card Number: Oak Brook, IL 60523

Expiration Date: Ph: 630-584-1919 Date:

Fax: 866-560-8537

Submission deadline is January 31, 2015.

www.cisca.org

CISCA 2014 CONSTRUCTION EXCELLENCE AWARDS Judges Scoring Sheet PROJECT RATING SHEET PROJECT: REGION: CATEGORY:

Judging Criteria

There is a total possible score 80 points. Listed below are the different judging selections. The quality of the entries presentation should have important bearing on its chance to win.

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TOTAL TECHNICAL SCORE ___________ TOTAL OVERALL SCORE___________

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

Kent Vipond Honored with President’s Award

By Meta L. Levin

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with industry partners, t’s all about relationnetworking opportunities ships and education. and a “chance to give Kent Vipond, recipient back. We get so much of CISCA’s first President’s more than we give.”

Award and CEO of CDM Since the award is Investment Group, has so new, no one, parfound that CISCA has ticularly Vipond, knew been crucial to his and his it was coming.

“I was employee’s personal and shocked,” he says.

“I professional development. didn’t have any idea.”

It is the primary reason that He also believes that he has been active in the the President’s Award organization and encourbelongs to everyone at aged his colleagues to do CDM. “It’s really about so, as well. all of us.”

CISCA President Eric In 1997 CDM was Mau and Executive Director just entering the ceiling Shirley Wodynski created and acoustic solutions the President’s Award as a markets and Vipond was way to recognize those nonthe new CEO when he vendors who have consisdecided to join CISCA. tently supported and conHe immediately was tributed to CISCA. Vipond asked to become a part became its first recipient at of a peer group, somethe recent CISCA conventhing that has continued tion in Las Vegas.

Kent Vipond accepts the President’s Award from to provide him with net“CDM people are always CISCA President Eric Mau. working opportunities, as the first to volunteer whenof groups,” says Sampson, CDM’s well as resulted in some ever we need someone on Chief Marketing Officer.

The CISCA close friendships.

“It has been outa committee, committee chair or experience has provided business standing,” he says.

“More than other whatever needs to be done,” says and personal growth, relationships organizations.”

Wodynski. In fact, CDM boasts three A graduate of past CISCA presidents, the University of including Vipond (2003“CDM people are always the first Nebraska at Omaha 2004), as well as Brice to volunteer whenever we need someone (finance), Vipond Neiman (2007-2008) and became president Brad Sampson (2012on a committee, committee chair or of E&K of Kansas 2013). whatever needs to be done.”

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Companies, Inc. in 1997, then to CEO of CDM Investment Group.

CDM specializes in construction, as well as distribution of construction materials and manufacturing of metal and radiant ceilings and metal walls.

Not only do employees regularly volunteer for various CISCA commit-

“It’s a great way for them to connect and we feel that if they get involved in committees, they can learn about the industry faster.”

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tees and events, but CDM always has a strong presence at the annual CISCA conventions. “I believe that if one person can go and learn one thing or make one good contact, it is worth the price,” says Vipond.

At quarterly meetings, Vipond regularly asks who wants to attend upcoming conferences and conventions and who else from the various divisions should attend. “We encourage them to send newer members of the team, so that they can get a feel for what is going on in the industry,” he says. “It’s a great way for them to connect and we feel that if they get involved in committees, they can learn about the industry faster.”

Convention

April 27 - 30, 2015 The Renaissance Hotel Long Beach, CA 2015 is CISCA’s 65th Anniversary.

Come help us celebrate.

Mark your calendar now to attend the 2015 CISCA Convention and INTEX tradeshow in Long Beach, California, April 27 – 30, 2015. CISCA’s hotel is The Renaissance.

The group rate is $239 a night.

There are many outstanding events being planned.

Don’t be left out – plan now to attend.

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WELCOMERECEPTION

CISCA Convention Finds Success in Vegas

by Rick Reuland

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here’s just something about Vegas. It brings out the crowds and it fosters excitement. And once again, Vegas employed its special brand of magic to breathe a positive can-do attitiude into the assembled CISCA membership.

Following are photos from the 2014 Convention events. Look at these faces. These people are genuinely happy to be there. They are proud to be part of a rich tradition, but anxious to turn the corner to find the next big thing. If you attended this convention, it was great to see you. If you missed this year, plan now to attend in Long Beach in 2015. Big plans are under way and you are the center of attention.

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Panel Question: How has Technology Impacted the Construction Industry?

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CISCA on the Road

Decoustics, Ltd.

Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada During the 2013 CISCA Leadership Conference in Toronto, Ontario, I took advantage of the opportunity to visit Decoustics manufacturing facility in nearby Woodbridge, just north of the city. Accompanying me on my visit to Decoustics was CISCA’s magazine editor, Rick Reuland.

About Decoustics Since 1975, Decoustics has manufactured custom interior acoustical ceiling and wall products. A part of the CertainTeed Ceilings group, a Saint-Gobain company, Decoustics produces a range of products for all types of building applications. Today, the line includes: • the Ceilencio® torsion spring ceiling suspension system • Claro® custom acoustical coatings • a premium line of natural wood finishes including Quadrillo® and Solo® • Trelisio® woven wire panels

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• LightFrame® translucent fabric system • and a wide collection of wall panels for various applications.

Working closely with architects through the years, Decoustics’ technical team has developed project-specific products to solve critical design issues. Architects and designers rely on Decoustics to collaborate with them to ensure that their designs become a reality. Decoustics places a large emphasis on research and development, and stays ahead of trends, helping to drive innovative products and processes. The knowledgeable employees at Decoustics consult with clients, creating one-ofa-kind ceiling systems.

“It is very satisfying to develop a solution to meet a design challenge,” said Ron White, Technical R&D manager. “We like to make the impossible, possible again.”

This past year, Decoustics had the opportunity to work with Pickard Chilton Architects, Inc., of New Haven,

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CISCA on the Road as with architectural features along the balconies’ back walls. Similar beautiful curve conformities are found in a 10th-floor dining area and board room and the lounge area and meeting rooms of the 12th floor. Working from the architect’s drawings and a surveyor’s detailed field measurements, Decoustics custom-engineered ceiling panels masterfully make the curve. Ron explained that specially made metal suspension grid and butterfly clips lend the additional reinforcement needed to support large integrated light fixtures and speakers, as well as easy, flip-down plenum access for future maintenance.

By providing concise installation instructions and a field support representative to the ceilings contractor, Decoustics helped ensure timely completion and outstanding results.

Shirley Wodynski, CISCA executive director, Michelle Von Hatten, Marketing coordinator, and Ron White, R&D technical manager, stand under a custom feature wall that utilized Claro® and Ceilencio® to create a maple leaf pattern.

Conn. on the new world headquarters of Eaton Corporation in Beachwood, Ohio. “Aside from the stringent green building requirements of its LEED® Gold target, nothing challenged the interior design of this expansive, new corporate headquarters building more than its unique shape,” Ron added.

With an interconnected 10-story office tower flanked by crescent-shaped five-story wings on each side, the 600,000 square-foot structure follows a steady curve from left to right, forcing many interior design components to do the same. One example is the lobby atrium comprising four floors of balconies, with ascending degrees of slope from the first to the fourth, mimicking a terrace. Custom-manufactured ceiling panels installed on the balcony undersides follow the slopes and align with joints at the face of the balconies, as well 70

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Ron White, R&D technical manager, demonstrating the light diffusion properties of Decoustics’ LightFrame®.

Christine Wong, project coordinator, Dhaya Bala, Engineer manager, and Sal Iannuzzi, project manager, reviewing engineering drawings for a complex project.

The Facility The Decoustics facility is over 76,000 square feet and noticeably immaculate. The state-of-the-art facility is open and bright, and it is apparent that safety of its employees is top priority. “Safety of all our employees and anyone who enters Decoustics facility is very critical,” said Luis Vidal, Decoustics Technical Site representative. “When safety becomes ingrained in your company’s culture, it will work its way into all phases of manufacturing with positive impacts on efficiency, quality, housekeeping and employee morale,” Vidal explained. “It is something that is strived for everyday at Decoustics.” One way Decoustics keeps employees vigilant is a safety board that highlights different safety concerns which are updated on a monthly basis. The 20 ft. long by 5 ft. high safety board acts as a communication method for the company. All employees are encouraged to review the board on a daily basis.

During the tour of the manufacturing plant it was apparent that the Decoustics team works tirelessly to ensure only quality, high-end products leave the facility.

It seems that this is just a normal part of the customer service philosophy at Decoustics. Noteworthy, Decoustics is somewhat of an anomaly. Decoustics is a manufacturer with a product line, but the line is intended for use with custom applications and one-off designs. This means they produce little or no standing inventory. (continued on page 72) Acoustical INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION | Spring 2014

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CISCA on the Road (continued from page 71) One aspect of the tour that particularly impressed was the R&D workshop. This is where prototypes for product improvements and brand new products are created.

Above our heads was a mock-up of Decoustics’ new LightFrame product. LightFrame is a translucent fabric ceiling and wall system that provides accessible panels with light transmission rates of up to 83% and NRC values up to 0.90. We were impressed as we watched the team pivot the panels down to show how a maintenance team could gain access to the plenum. “Architects are very excited by this product because it gives them a light-transmitting ceiling that is both acoustical and accessible while also being available in up to 5’x10’ panels,” explained Christian Kellett, director of

Sales and Marketing. LightFrame was just one of many custom designed ceiling and wall products that we saw during our tour. We could not take photos of everything, but needless to say, we will likely see some of these in projects entered in the CISCA Construction Excellence awards program in coming years.

Beyond the products being made, another striking characteristic of Decoustics was its diverse workforce and the many cultures and backgrounds representative in their people. “Decoustics has a truly international workforce, with

Christian Kellett, director of Sales and Marketing, explains Decoustics line of fabric acoustical wall panels.

Demonstration of Decoustics Claro® panel hanging in a 100% downwardly accessible Ceilencio® suspension system.

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employees representing around 20 nationalities” says Dhaya Bala, Decoustics’ Engineering manager. This is an asset to Decoustics, especially when working with its many customers beyond North America in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

What would Decoustics like for you to remember?

They are a customer service-driven company that is always looking for innovative ways to help their customers deliver a building and architectural experience second to none. Nothing is beyond their reach and everything is possible.

We thank the Decoustics and CertainTeed teams for their time and hospitality.

Decoustics safety board updated regularly and mounted for easy viewing by all company employees.

The subtly angled custom wood ceiling system in the main atrium of Eaton Corporation world headquarters offers unique 100 percent downward accessibility with Decoustics’ Ceilencio® suspension system.

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Trends in Preserving Alterna Electronic Communication

by Daniel N. Myers, PC

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hich records do we need to keep, and how long do we have to keep them?

In the past several years, large and small businesses alike have asked this seemingly simple question. Typically, these inquiries solicit responses about (a) the relevance of certain records; (b) retention period requirements; and (c) whether records may be destroyed via a “routine electronic document preservation procedure.” However, businesses are asking a new question with increased frequency: What is a record?

Since the 2006 amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, the legal literature has extensively covered electronic record retention requirements, with particular scrutiny on retention and retrieval of email.

Yet, legal literature often overlooks other forms of electronic records impacted by the 2006 amendments and federal and state regulatory schemes. Voicemails, instant messages, text messages and other forms of alternative communications are electronic records subject to preservation and production by regulatory requirements and for discovery in certain circumstances.

The increasing number of federal and state regulations requiring businesses to retain voicemails, instant messages and other forms of alternative electronic communications will lead to litigation. Furthermore, recent case law and regulatory action has injected a sense of urgency into this debate. Businesses throughout the United States need to (1) know the new regulations addressing discovery and retention of alternative media records; (2) understand the recent changes in

the regulatory enforcement landscape; and (3) keep up with evolving discovery standards.

Regulations Addressing Alternative Media Records Currently, multiple regulatory schemes require businesses to retain and preserve records of alternative media communications. New regulations are promulgated on a regular basis, and corporate legal departments should be prepared to implement procedures to ensure compliance.

Voicemails, instant messages, text messages and other forms of alternative communications are electronic records subject to preservation

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Perhaps the most extensive and significant electronic record retention requirements are contained in the Dodd-Frank legislation and regulations. Under those rules, swap dealers and major swap participants may be required to retain records of all communications leading to swap deals. No form of communication is exempted. Swap dealers and major swap participants may now be required to record and archive telephone calls, faxes, chat messages, instant messages, voicemail and any other modes of communication in a searchable format. These financial institutions must ensure that they have the capability to preserve and maintain all types of alternative communications. Therefore, installation of voicemail archiving, chat room archiving, fax archiving and email archiving may be necessary.

Changes in the Regulatory Environment Alarmingly, a recent study by Sutherland Asbill & Brennan fund that the Financial Industry Regulatory Agency (FINRA) fined its members $15.1 million in

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2013 for mishandling electronic communications.

One example of FINRA’s enforcement of alternative communication record retention requirements involved Barclays Capital Inc. FINRA sanctioned Barclays for failing to retain certain files and failing to retain those files in Write-Once, Read-Many (WORM) format, as required under SEC Rule 17a-4. This rule requires certain members of national securities exchanges and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission registered brokers and dealers to maintain and retain records for specified periods of time. For example, checkbooks, bank statements, cancelled checks and cash reconciliations must be kept for a minimum of three years. The rule allows for record storage in “electronic storage media” form and sets out certain requirements. FINRA dealt Barclays a $3.75 million sanction for failing to comply.

Although this type of enforcement action seems routine, there is an atypical variable at play: the type of electronic record. FINRA explicitly stated that Barclay’s failures to correctly maintain instant message communications directly contributed to the sanctions. Due to a technical glitch, instant messages delivered through a Bloomberg platform were not retained.

SEC Rule 17a-4 was amended on February 5, 1997, to allow broker-dealers to use, under certain conditions, electronic storage media to maintain their records.

However, it is doubtful that in 1997 the SEC considered the retention and storage of instant messages as a part of its amendment. As communication technology advances, FINRA and the SEC seem to require businesses to advance on a parallel track. Businesses regulated under FINRA and the SEC need to implement the appropriate technology enabling them to retain new records and maintain compliance.

Evolving Discovery Standards Since the 2006 amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, parties to litigation have argued that

that their failure to retain and produce alternative forms of communication such as voicemails, instant messages and text messages should not be subject to a court’s ability to sanction a them.

This argument has recently been refuted in multiple cases. For example, in a recent federal opinion delivered by the Southern District of Illinois, In re Pradaxa (Dabigatran Etexilate) Products Liability Litigation, the court levied sanctions against a party that failed to preserve certain electronic records in anticipation of litigation. The court ordered the defendant to pay $931,500 for failure to retain and produce text messages and other electronic and paper files. The defendant argued that text messages are too burdensome to retain and produce in discovery. However, the court noted that text messages are classified as “electronically stored information,” and “it does not matter that text messaging is a less prominent form of communication.” The court stated that “there is no question that the defendant owed a duty to preserve [text messages].” It’s important to note that the prevailing party did not even specifically request that text messages be preserved.

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LEGALLY SPEAKING 9continued from page 75) sanctions. Second, more lawyers are defining the term “document” in a very broad manner, allowing courts to interpret such requests to include alternative electronic communications. Therefore, businesses and their counsel need to conduct comprehensive litigation holds that include instructions to employees to preserve alternative electronic communications.

Recommendations

Lawyers need to be cognizant of preserving and retaining these communications. The thought of preserving and archiving text messages, voicemails, instant messages and other alternative communications may seem daunting, but technology that can do so exists. Lawyers should insist that their clients implement these solutions and increase awareness of this evolving area of the law to help avoid unwelcome liability.

Chris Kozlowski is an associate in Gentry Locke Rakes & Moore’s general commercial practice group in Roanoke, Va. Josh Johnson is a partner in the firm.

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Rulon International introduces Aluratone Micro Groove! Aluratone Micro Groove panels are designed to minimize the appearance of grooves on the face of the wood veneered panels while maintaining very high NRC ratings. Aluratone Micro Groove has NRC ratings from .65 to .85.

Higher NRC ratings can be achieve by using an acoustical blanket behind the panels.

1-800-227-8566 • 904-584-1400

Smooth wood veneer appearance with “ultra-thin” micro grooves NRC rating as high as .85 and greater with the addition of acoustical blankets Available in tongue and groove monolithic or custom sized panels with reveals Also available in custom sized panels with edge banding Comes in 11 standard wood species with additional species available upon request Standard finishes and custom stains available

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