JOSEPH FERUT: ‘0 ENERGY HOUSE’
Thursday, January 22, 2009

Join the Akron-Canton CSI as we listen to Joe Ferut speak about the 0 Energy House he recently constructed in Oberlin, Ohio. Come hear about the materials and systems required to achieve a LEED Platinum rating for this structure, a contextual example of a sustainable project with an emphasis on products and materials. The 0 Energy house was the brain child of Carl McDaniel, Ph.D. Professor of Biology, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Author of Paradise for Sale and Wisdom for a Livable Planet. With Carl as his client, Joe had his hands full to provide the documentation and execution of his clients project which could “embody the body, mind and spirit of a lifestyle of simplicity”.

Joseph Ferut has been involved in the profession of architecture for over thirty years, and considers his work a lifelong learning experience. He has had the opportunity to work for some of the most recognized design firms in northeast Ohio, where he nurtured his love of architecture and learned that “everything is design”.

Joe's respect for the built and natural environment has directed his learning and experience towards creating sustainable or green design solutions. Always aware that “we must be both students and teachers”; Joe extends this philosophy as an adjunct professor at Kent State College of Architecture and Environmental Design.

Sponsorship opportunities for this event are available. If you would be interested, please contact Dan Sarvis at 330-762-8626.

OTHER INDUSTRY UPCOMING EVENTS:
THE INTERNATIONAL MASONRY INSTITUTE PRESENTS:

Increased Efficiency = RAM Advanse
for Hybrid / Load-bearing Masonry Structures

• Reduce staff design time
• Design your buildings with more accurate calculations
• Increase your bottom line on all of your masonry structure designs

Don’t miss the exciting, national seminar series on the new concept of “hybrid” masonry/steel design featuring load-sharing reinforced masonry infill in a structural steel frame. The IMI, NCMA, Ryan Biggs Associates and Bentley Systems have teamed up to develop a new, innovative structural software program to efficiently perform a whole building analysis of both load bearing masonry buildings and the new “hybrid” structure concept. The software uses a whole building approach – not just the analysis of individual components. Learn how this approach leads to easier and faster engineering design of masonry buildings including irregular configurations, wall openings, multi-story structures and structural infill panels in structural steel frames and more.

The International Masonry Institute in conjunction with National Concrete Masonry Association and the Ohio Masonry Association will be presenting a seminar on this innovative approach. Earn up to 3.5 contact/PDH hours in a half day session.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Structural and Civil Engineers and others interested in learning more about structural masonry

CEU/PDH CREDITS
This program meets AIA/CES criteria for Continuing Education. Attendees will receive 3.5 AIA/CES hours for attending this event. Additionally NY State professional engineering credits are in process. A Certificate of Attendance for 3.5 contact hours/PDH credits will be provided. It is the attendees’ responsibility to determine if the seminar meets their governing board’s requirements.

COST - $125.00
Registration is due by: February 11, 2009
Checks should be payable to “International Masonry Institute”.
Registration is transferable but NOT refundable.

SPEAKERS
Jason Hoover, SE is a Regional Engineer for Bentley Systems for the Center US and Canada. A consulting engineer for 10 years he designed a variety of structures and performed forensic investigations. He is currently licensed in Illinois.

AnnMarie Garko-Hill, PE is a Training Consultant with Bentley and is responsible for course development, and training services worldwide. Her areas of expertise are RAM Structural; RAM Advanse, RAM Connection; RAM Concept, MicroStation; and, Bentley Structural.

David T. Biggs, PE, SECB Dist.M. ASCE is Principal
Consultant of the structural engineering firm of Ryan-Biggs Associates, P.C. headquartered in Troy, New York and is the creator of the hybrid masonry concept.

LOCATIONS:
Tuesday February 17, 2009: Hudson, Ohio
Wednesday, February 18, 2009: Pittsburgh, PA
Thursday, February 19, 2009: Columbus, OH

For additional information or questions, please call: 1-330-342-0365 or email
vnovak@imiweb.org

About the Chapter

In the 1960’s and 1970’s there was a local CSI Chapter, known as the Warren, Akron, Canton, Youngstown or “WACY” Chapter. The Chapter gradually fell apart from lack of leadership and loss of interest and was dissolved in the early 1970’s.

A few of the former members retained CSI membership recognizing the value and benefits even without a local support Chapter. Some transferred to other Chapters in the region. Some were simply unaffiliated members. One such faithful member was Larry Everhard. In the summer of 1996, Larry was called by a member of the Columbus Chapter who had noted the absence of a Chapter in the Northeastern Ohio area. Some phone calls, some commitments, some meetings with CSI members from other Chapters, and the spark for a new local Chapter was ignited. Larry Everhard and George Wagner, also a CSI member, gathered a core of interested persons, including this writer. George, during the course of his work convinced a number of persons to join our ranks. George also tracked down other unaffiliated members by obtaining a list from The Institute.

On September 26, 1996, a meeting of 28 prospective members of the new Chapter was inspired by a highly motivational presentation of “What is CSI” by Edith Washington, a member of the Toledo Chapter. Edith is currently president-elect of the Institute, and was treasurer of the Great Lakes Region at that time. Her enthusiasm for CSI in her presentation convinced a lot of attendees to join and made clear that she was destined to go far in CSI. Also present were Larry Raymond and Kathy Bultman, president and vice president, respectively, of the Great Lakes Region, and Brian Smith and Dave Proudfit, presidents of the Columbus and Cincinnati Chapters, respectively.

At the October 1996 dinner meeting conducted by Larry Everhard, officers were elected by verbal vote. Elected to the Board of Directors were: President, Larry Everhard, CSI, AIA; President-elect, Roy Crawford, CSI, CCS, CCCA; Vice-president, Jerry Iams, CSI; Secretary, Debbie Lavanty, CSI; Treasurer, George Wagner, CSI, CDT; Director, Professional, Bill Mikusa, CSI; Director, Industry, Dan Sarvis, CSI; Advisory Board, Jim Jones, CSI; Assistant to the Treasurer/Secretary, Karen Strekely (Schlechter).

By October 1996 the first Chapter newsletter was published and mailed to members, prospective members, and construction-related organizations. Monthly dinner meetings continued through the winter, as did recruiting of members.

On March 27, 1997, at the monthly dinner meeting, Larry Raymond, president of the Great Lakes Region, presented Larry Everhard with a gavel, and a Charter for the Akron-Canton Chapter, CSI. Forty-two charter members, most of whom werepresent, received their charter certificates.

Since that time, the Chapter has grown to 65 members, and continues to grow. Several rounds of new officers have been elected, and have taken the Chapter to new levels of achievement. Our Chapter has won several national and regional awards and is recognized as an important part of the local construction community.