CSI MISSION STATEMENT The Construction Specifications Institute advances the process of creating and sustaining the built environment for the benefit of the construction community by using the diversity of its members to exchange knowledge.
The Indianapolis Chapter, CSI is in its 48th year of serving the local construction community. The Chapter is currently the largest chapter in the Great Lakes Region. Our membership is made up of architects, engineers, interior designers, facilities managers, contractors, product manufactures and representatives, and others involved in the construction industry.
March Meeting: An Evening with Institute President-Elect Dennis Hall
Date: 03/18/2010 Location: Riverwalk Banquet Center Contact: Andy McIntyre E-Mail: a2mcintyre@gmail.com
Due to scheduling conflict with Mike Davis, our March meeting will feature Dennis J. Hall, FCSI, FAIA, SCIP, CSI Institute President-Elect. He will be speaking on the State of the Institute and the Value of CSI Membership.
Dennis (a.k.a. The Southern Fried Architect) is well known and regarded within CSI for his work as head of the MasterFormat 2004 Task Team. Dennis has spoken to our Chapter before and “looks forward to being again in our great city.” Welcome Dennis!
Seminar: Seminar: An Overview of ASHRAE 90.1-2007Discussion
Date: 3/18/2010, 8:00am-5pm Location: Riverwalk Banquet Center = Lodge
This seminar is an extension of the seminar that took place September 2009. ASHRAE 90.1-2007 marks a dramatic improvement in the energy conservation requirements for buildings in Indiana. While most of the states surrounding Indiana have adopted one of the International Energy Conservation (IECC) Codes, Indiana failed to adopt the Interim 2004 Code during the last revision cycle. Currently, Indiana has a less stringent energy code than surrounding states (older than ASHRAE 90.1 – 1989/ 2000 IECC). Federal mandates to the states have forced Indiana to adopt a more stringent code. It is the baseline standard for LEED projects and closely parallels the International Energy Conservation Codes.
There is a misconception that architects are not interested in mechanical matters. One of the primary roles of architect is that of a coordinator. It is important for one to understand some of the engineering items, such as lighting or HVAC in order to best coordinate information amongst the design team. It does not mean that the architect is to be a master of each discipline. The architect should be aware of these issues and be able to communicate these concerns with the engineers.
This seminar will provide:
· An overview and history of ASHRAE 90.1
· Front-end information on ASHRAE 90.1, as well as information on administration
· A review of the organization and components of ASHRAE 90.1 as it applies to the building envelope
· A review of the components of ASHRAE 90.1 as it applies to HVAC systems and water heating
· A review of the components of ASHRAE 90.1 as it applies to Lighting and Power requirements
· A discussion of the Energy Cost Budget (ECB)
· The future of ASHRAE 90.1
Indianapolis Chapter CSI is entering the social networking phenomenon! Follow all the happenings of the chapter on your mobile device or computer with our Twitter account.
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We also have a LinkedIn account. Details forthcoming on that site and its benefits!
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Membership Meetings occur on the third Thursday of the month, nine months annually, generally meeting at the Riverwalk Banquet Center, 6729 Westfield Blvd, in Broad Ripple. A 5:30 social hour precedes the 6:30 Dinner and 7:30 Program. Although anyone may attend the meeting without reservations, reservations are required for dinner. To make reservations for any chapter function, contact the Chapter Voice Mail, (317) 465-1491 and pay at the door, or online and pay with a credit card. Reservations must be made by 5:00 pm on the Monday before the meeting. To see map for meeting location, select MAP,
In addition, the Chapter sponsors an Awards Banquet, an Educational Foundation Golf Outing, a Holiday Program and a Trade Show annually. Chapter also offers educational seminars and certification preparation classes.
The Chapter has established an Education Foundation that raises money for the purpose of supporting construction education. The Chapter annually presents scholarships to students registered in accredited construction-related curriculum in Indiana universities or to central Indiana students enrolled in other accredited construction-related programs.
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