#BEC2026 Let's Go!
Ready for BEC
Well, it’s finally here! BEC is upon us and I’m ready for a great few days in Louisville. Lots lined up, and I have hit on much of it in past blogs. Though I don’t think I mentioned the coverage of major items like thermal bridging, hiring options, and immigration law. These are a tiny part of what will be a memorable and helpful event.
Anyway, the talking is over, let’s get it going. Next week I’ll have the annual seen-and-heard at the event, with the traditional tons of name-dropping. If you’re at BEC, please grab me to say hi. Safe travels to all, to and from.
Elsewhere…
Recent pod
ICYMI, the most recent From the Fabricator podcast is out, and I’ve been loving the feedback, thank you. Jon Kimberlain and his approach have been admired by many, and the appearance of Nick St Denis and his info was greatly appreciated. Just enjoyable conversations. By the way, the video of this pod had some self-inflicted difficulties, but it is now working fine, the audio is off the charts again and blowing me away. Thanks to all for the support!
Watch on Youtube, or listen here, as well as wherever you get your podcasts.
Case study
Apogee Architectural Metals dropped a very cool case study, Health Care in Focus, and it is worth taking a look at. Tons of insight and resources and four fantastic projects to check out too. Kudos to all involved, and a nice impression from Troy Johnson & Company. Hat tip to the PR Gold Standard Heather West for sharing with me.
Personnel news
Was very nice to see the news that IGE Glass Technologies added Pierre Fleury to focus on FORVET service, maintenance and machine operator training for North American customers. Pierre is as good as they are in this space and just a good guy all around. And to avoid confusion, I’ll note that IGE Glass Technologies is not affiliated with or authorized by BIESSE or FORVET. However, they provide independent support, spare parts, and service solutions for owners of FORVET machinery worldwide. And given that for 30 years IGE sold FORVET’s, it makes sense that they now have the best around to keep them running. Once again, Michael & Carolyn Spellman are doing their thing!
Human interest story
Tensions in Tampa… interesting read here about two developers who once worked together but are now at each others throat. Some real-life soap opera stuff here!
MasterFormat issue
Last this week… There may be an issue coming your way regarding MasterFormat. There’s a lot of talk and confusion and CSI is proposing some significant changes to the process. I’ve been talking with various stakeholders in the know and will report back when I have a better picture. But needless to say, especially for manufacturers, you want to keep this on your radar.
