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Volume 13, Number 4 • <strong>Winter</strong> <strong>2017</strong><br />

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CONTENTS<br />

<strong>Winter</strong> <strong>2017</strong> Volume 13 Number 4<br />

MPMCA President’s Message – Chad Myers.....................................6<br />

Save the Date: MPMCA <strong>Mechanical</strong> Expo.......................... .............19<br />

Safety Pays – Specialty <strong>Contractor</strong>s Workers Compensation<br />

Group Program..................................................................................20-21<br />

Network and Learn at the 2018 <strong>Mechanical</strong> Expo....................... 22<br />

Forces of Nature – You Need a Disaster Plan................................. 24<br />

MPMCA Code Book Order Form......................................................... 25<br />

MPMCA <strong>2017</strong> Membership Application.......................................... 26<br />

MPMCA Associate Membership Application................................. 27<br />

MPMCA Backflow Preventer Testing Seminars.......................28-29<br />

MPMCA/ASSE Backflow Recertification....................................30-31<br />

LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />

Greater <strong>Michigan</strong> PMCA....................................................................8-10<br />

Flint <strong>Michigan</strong> PMCA..............................................................................11<br />

MCA Detroit...............................................................................................12<br />

Bay Area Association..............................................................................14<br />

Mid-<strong>Michigan</strong> MCA.................................................................................16<br />

Western <strong>Michigan</strong> MCA........................................................................18<br />

ADVERTISER INDEX<br />

Bradford White...............................................................13<br />

FastEst..............................................................................17<br />

Federated Insurance ....................................................17<br />

Ferguson.........................................................................19<br />

Kolbi Pipe Marker..........................................................17<br />

Liberty Pumps................................................................32<br />

Metropolitan Industries.........................................Insert<br />

<strong>Michigan</strong> Electric Cooperative Association ..................15<br />

<strong>Michigan</strong> Propane Gas Association..............................3<br />

R.L. Deppmann................................................................6<br />

Rheem................................................................................7<br />

Robertson Heating Supply............................................2<br />

T&S Brass.........................................................................15<br />

Taco..................................................................................23<br />

Test Gauge Inc..................................................................5<br />

8 22<br />

MICHIGAN PLUMBING & MECHANICAL<br />

CONTRACTOR MAGAZINE<br />

The Official Publication of the <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> &<br />

<strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />

PO Box 13100<br />

Lansing, MI 48901<br />

Phone: 517-484-5500<br />

Fax: 517-484-5225<br />

Email: info@mpmca.org<br />

Website: www.mpmca.org<br />

Executive Director<br />

Cynthia H. Maher, CAE<br />

Editor<br />

Cynthia H. Maher, CAE<br />

MPMCA Executive Committee<br />

President: Chad Myers<br />

Vice President: James Dornbrock<br />

Secretary: Kyle Mausolf<br />

Treasurer: Nancy Cummins<br />

MPMCA Board of Directors<br />

Bay Area Association: Mark Katz<br />

Flint: Greg Pfeiffer<br />

Greater MI PMCA: Jim Dornbrock<br />

MCA Detroit: James Bruner<br />

Mid-MI MCA: Chad Myers<br />

Northwestern: Cliff Sedlacek<br />

South Macomb: Paul Bradley<br />

Southwestern: To Be Appointed<br />

Thumb Area: Kent Shetler<br />

West MI MCA: Scott VanderHyde<br />

West MI PHCCA: William Feenstra<br />

Western Wayne: Mark Ratliff<br />

NAPHCC (National): Brad Isley<br />

MMCA Officers<br />

President: Dominic Goyette<br />

Vice President: Rick Ekkens<br />

Secretary/Treasurer: Nancy<br />

Cummins<br />

Edited and published quarterly under the direction and supervision of the Board of Directors of the<br />

MPMCA. Acceptance of advertising does not imply endorsement of products, services, or statements,<br />

nor does the publisher assume any responsibility for claims made by the advertisers. Copyright <strong>2017</strong><br />

<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association. All Rights Reserved. No part of this<br />

publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any<br />

means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written<br />

permission of the <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association. MPMCA has reserved<br />

the right to refuse any and all ads. For inquiries concerning this publication contact the following:<br />

<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association, PO Box 13100, Lansing, MI 48901.<br />

Some products advertised may not meet <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> Code requirements.<br />

Published quarterly by Blue Water Publishers, LLC.<br />

For more information on advertising, contact<br />

Eric Johnson, Blue Water Publishers, LLC,<br />

9406 N. 107th St., Milwaukee, WI 53224<br />

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The publisher cannot assume responsibility for claims made by<br />

advertisers, content provided by the editor, or for the opinions<br />

expressed by contributing authors.<br />

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE<br />

CHAD MYERS<br />

It’s hard to believe that as I’m writing this letter, winter<br />

is fast approaching. With temperatures hovering around<br />

90 degrees, it’s hard to imagine that snow will more than<br />

likely be falling in the upcoming months.<br />

We at MPMCA hope everyone had a great summer<br />

and, despite the weather, are preparing for a busy and<br />

prosperous winter.<br />

Make sure to save the date for the annual MPMCA Expo, which<br />

will be held at Soaring Eagle’s Casino and Resort. The Expo will<br />

be held on March 14, 2018, and will feature all the latest and<br />

greatest technology our industry has to offer. This is one of the<br />

largest expositions of plumbing, heating and cooling products<br />

in <strong>Michigan</strong> with over 3,000 products from more than 400<br />

manufacturers. The show is always free of charge to contractors,<br />

rep agencies, installers, inspectors, wholesalers, and engineers.<br />

Be sure to mark your calendar to get the updates on the latest<br />

products our industry has to offer. Soaring Eagle Casino and<br />

Resort will not disappoint and offers several activities including<br />

entertainment, restaurants, and gaming as well as a host of other<br />

amenities. We hope to see you and your staff there.<br />

<strong>Plumbing</strong>, Heating and Air Conditioning is probably one of the<br />

most underrated technologies in the United States. Arguably,<br />

plumbing ranks very high in lives saved over the years with<br />

clean water delivery, backflow<br />

prevention, sanitation, and<br />

filtration. Also, imagine<br />

hospitals, grocery stores, and the<br />

like with no air conditioning or<br />

refrigeration to rely on to keep<br />

patients comfortable, deliver<br />

medical gases, or keep groceries<br />

preserved. It’s hard to imagine<br />

what life would have been like<br />

just over 100 years ago with none<br />

of these technologies available or<br />

at least widely used. The next time you see a plumber, HVAC<br />

tech, or installer, be sure to thank them for making all of our<br />

lives much more enjoyable. As you make your way to the Expo<br />

in the spring, reflect on what technologies have progressed over<br />

the years and how proud we all should be to be a part of such an<br />

important trade.<br />

Please come and join us at the Expo in 2018; we hope to see you<br />

all there.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

Chad Myers<br />

MPMCA President<br />

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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />

GREATER MICHIGAN<br />

<strong>2017</strong> INSTRUCTOR TRAINING PROGRAM<br />

August 12-18 – Ann Arbor<br />

The United Association returned to the campus of Washtenaw Community College in August for the UA Instructor Training<br />

Program. What follows is a recap of some of their training activities.<br />

CLASSES<br />

Methods in Teaching Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding<br />

(SMAW)<br />

This train-the-trainer course, specifically designed for local union welding instructors,<br />

covered advanced pipe welding techniques used in such applications as heavy wall<br />

piping and welding alloys.<br />

The course focused on “how to teach” advanced techniques of shielded metal arc<br />

welding and process variables for a variety of materials. This course provided local<br />

unions a means of preparing their apprentices and address industry’s welding needs.<br />

Operation of the UA Trailers<br />

UA student instructors learned how to<br />

present classes utilizing the equipment and<br />

trainers contained within the UA training<br />

trailers as they apply to the mechanical and<br />

plumbing systems.<br />

Installed and serviced by UA members, UA<br />

instructors learned the best practices for<br />

teaching with the training trailers. Trailer<br />

and equipment safety, proper setup and<br />

repacking, operation of the onboard generator, audio video systems, fuel, electrical and water<br />

hookups were covered. Training trailers covered in this course were: UA <strong>Plumbing</strong> Service<br />

Demonstration Training Trailer, the UA Welder Demonstration Training Trailer, the UA<br />

Sustainable Technologies Demonstration Training Trailer, the UA Trades Demonstration<br />

Training Trailer and the UA Service Tech Mobile Lab. The training trailer event scheduling<br />

and transportation policies were covered as well.<br />

OSHA 7110: Safe Bolting Practices<br />

Bolted joints are a part of virtually every industrial process. The proper assembly of the essential connections puts UA craftsmen in<br />

close proximity with powerful tools, extreme forces, hazardous materials, elevated temperatures, and pressures, often in dangerous<br />

places. Perhaps no other piping activity demands a greater degree of safety awareness and basic “best practices’ training. This NEW<br />

class included both lecture and a practical hands-on lab. The course was designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills<br />

to safely and properly assemble bolted flange joints. The attendees learned how to<br />

inspect, assemble, and tighten bolted joint connections utilizing the industry required<br />

controlled bolting terminology, tooling and related technical areas including safety.<br />

Additionally, participants learned proficiency in power torqueing and tensioning.<br />

Course participants received an OSHA 7110 Certificate, providing them the ability<br />

to conduct bolted joint training at the local level. When this training is offered at the<br />

local training center, participating UA members will receive a UA/CPWR/Hytorc<br />

Completion Card.<br />

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Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing<br />

(PAUT) of Piping Welds<br />

GREATER MICHIGAN<br />

We are seeing more and more industrial projects using a new form of<br />

ultrasonic testing method to inspect piping welds in lieu of radiographic<br />

(x-ray) inspection. Compared with radiography, Phased Array Ultrasonic<br />

Testing (PAUT) offers the advantage of process control, as welds can<br />

be inspected soon after completion and feedback can be given rapidly<br />

to the welding crew. PAUT is superior to Radiographic Testing (RT) at<br />

finding lack of fusion defects, especially side wall lack of fusion, as well as<br />

cracks and incomplete penetration type root defects. This NEW course<br />

was designed to familiarize the participants in the basic principles behind Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing with a goal to become<br />

familiar with the displayed information and approaches to analyze test results for determining the location, size, and characterization<br />

of weld defects. In addition, the course addressed the key steps to passing PAUT weld inspections. The course curriculum included<br />

presentations, resources, and hands-on demonstrations of the PAUT equipment.<br />

LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />

Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) of Piping Welds<br />

The UA’s<br />

International<br />

Training Fund<br />

continues<br />

to increase<br />

the focus on<br />

recruiting underrepresented<br />

workers,<br />

including women, to address the growing workforce shortage<br />

and to expand opportunities for promising individuals. Their<br />

goal is to inspire women to apply for their apprenticeship<br />

programs. In an effort to inspire women to apply for the UA apprenticeship program, a Roundtable was held during the ITR. The<br />

purpose was to work jointly and help the UA find ways to overcome common misconceptions about the piping industry when it comes<br />

to recruiting women into our trade. Attendees were encouraged to give suggestions on how we can increase entering into the trades.The<br />

course curriculum included presentations, resources, and hands-on demonstrations of the PAUT equipment.<br />

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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />

GREATER MICHIGAN<br />

FERRIS CHAPTER<br />

ATTENDS MCAA’S<br />

<strong>2017</strong> GREATFUTURES<br />

FORUM<br />

MCAA’s <strong>2017</strong> GreatFutures Forum kicked off with the Futures<br />

Fest career fair on September 28th.<br />

Chapter Members pictured above with MCAA<br />

Executive Vice President John Gentile<br />

The first‐ever such event for this conference was a huge success.<br />

Representatives from almost 40 participating MCAA member<br />

companies were on hand to connect with hundreds of students.<br />

Conversation was plentiful, with discussions focused around<br />

the employment and internship opportunities available at each<br />

company. The event facilitated two matches. Cole Zeiler found his great future with HMH <strong>Contractor</strong>s, Inc. and Kenneth Bankard<br />

found his with F.E. Moran, Inc. Congratulations to MCAA members and students alike!<br />

If being hired wasn’t enough, the students each<br />

received a $500 gift card. Their employers<br />

qualified for a reward in the form of a $1,000<br />

internship grant, our way of saying “thanks”<br />

for giving a bright, well-educated future<br />

professional his or her start on a great career.<br />

Space was available throughout the conference<br />

to continue the conversations with more<br />

extensive interviews. Those hired, and those<br />

who do the hiring, qualified for the same<br />

rewards throughout the conference.<br />

Career Career Development Committee Member Jon Finch noted that<br />

MCAA’s annual career‐related conference has grown from an event<br />

with 60 attendees to this year’s more than 300. MCAA President Greg<br />

Fuller welcomed attendees to his hometown of Indianapolis, saying<br />

“I’m delighted to note that this year we have our largest attendance<br />

ever, by a wide margin.” His remarks highlighted the opportunities the<br />

mechanical industry offers, both in terms of great futures and lifelong<br />

learning available from MCAA.<br />

Greater MI MSCA Chapter Advisor Diane Calmeyn<br />

with Ferris Chapter Students<br />

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FLINT PMCA<br />

FLINT JOINT LABOR MANAGEMENT GROUP BUILD<br />

OTISVILLE SOFTBALL FOUL POLES<br />

The Flint <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association in cooperation with Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 370 jointly<br />

participated in a community service program for the Otisville Public Schools. Flint PMC provided funding and UAS 370’s<br />

Apprenticeship Program, under the direction of Business Manager, Harold Harrington and Training Director Kevin Gaby directed the<br />

building of Softball Foul Poles. With a picture being worth a thousand words, the activities of the apprentices follow:<br />

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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />

MCA DETROIT<br />

MCA DETROIT’S ANNUAL GOLF EVENT<br />

The Karolak Cup took<br />

place on June 12 with Cheri<br />

Karolak as our Guest of<br />

Honor. This year’s winners<br />

of the <strong>2017</strong> Karolak Cup<br />

are: Kirk Humphrey, Keith<br />

Schatko, Terry Brouillard,<br />

and Bob Cole of The<br />

Macomb Group with a low<br />

score of 58! Longest Drive<br />

Winner: Kirk Humphrey of the Macomb Group. Closest to the Pin<br />

Winner: Kristi Tice of Fifth Third Bank Services. Longest Putt Winner:<br />

John Stelter of the John E. Green Company.<br />

PRESS CONFERENCE AT MCA<br />

DETROIT OFFICE<br />

Labor support<br />

for Mayor Mike<br />

Duggan’s re-election<br />

grows with joint<br />

endorsements from<br />

the <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />

<strong>Contractor</strong>s<br />

Association (MCA)<br />

Detroit and Plumbers Local 98. The press conference<br />

was held July 27 at the MCA Detroit office. Read the<br />

full press release and see photos on the MCA Detroit<br />

Facebook page.<br />

MCA DETROIT HOSTS PEER GROUP IN DETROIT<br />

MCA Detroit hosted a peer group in Detroit Aug. 2-4. During the visit, a peer meeting<br />

took place as well as an amazing tour of the Ford Rouge Factory in Dearborn and a tour or<br />

the MCA Detroit office with discussion of MCA Detroit’s history and operation. The group<br />

shared dinner on both Thursday and Friday nights. A listing of attendees can be found on<br />

MCA Detroit Facebook.<br />

UA INDUSTRY DAY<br />

Aug. 16 was a day to discover the latest developments in UA training and how it could enhance<br />

jobsites, from emphasizing safety to putting technology to work to promote greater productivity and<br />

efficiency. Many toured the UA Mobile Trailers filled with state-of-the-art technology in plumbing<br />

and pipefitting, the apprentice contest and classroom training. Theresa Green, Laura Kopack, and<br />

Carl Evans of MCA Detroit attended.<br />

MCA DETROIT CONFINED<br />

SPACE COURSES<br />

On Sept. 12-13, 32 total attendees had<br />

the opportunity to work with personal air<br />

monitors, harnesses, non-entry retrieval<br />

systems and ventilation equipment during<br />

confined space courses. Both lecture and<br />

the hands-on instruction were interesting<br />

and relevant to our industry. These<br />

courses were targeted at the Attendant,<br />

Entrant, and Entry Supervisor Training<br />

and were held for 8 hours and were<br />

suitable for employees who will enter<br />

permit-required confined spaces. Course<br />

instructor Stephen D. Paul, MPH, CIH,<br />

has more than 37 years of experience in<br />

the industrial health field.<br />

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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />

BAY AREA ASSOCIATION<br />

BAY AREA ASSOCIATION FALL<br />

CONFERENCE<br />

The Bay Area Association held their Annual Fall Conference<br />

the weekend of Sept. 15th at the Boyne Mountain Resort in<br />

Boyne Falls.<br />

The Fall Conference meeting was held on Saturday morning<br />

to update everyone on the status of the fringe benefit funds<br />

and to discuss any issues or changes the membership would<br />

like to see made.<br />

In the afternoon, many went for a hike up the ski mountain,<br />

or rode the chairlift to see gorgeous sights. The weather was<br />

unbelievably warm so the pool was enjoyed by many, along<br />

with the waterpark. Some went golfing or shopping, and a<br />

few rode their motorcycles through the Tunnel of Trees. Some<br />

trees have started to change so the scenery was beautiful.<br />

Before heading to a delicious dinner, President Rick Wenzlick<br />

and his wife, Becky, hosted a cocktail party in their suite<br />

providing everyone with great hors d’oeuvres and drinks.<br />

Everyone had a great time.<br />

PLUMBERS AND STEAMFITTERS 125TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY<br />

Plumbers and Steamfitters Local Union 85 held its 125th Anniversary Party at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort on Sept. 9. A<br />

beautiful dinner was served and entertainment was provided. The Bay Area Association would like to congratulate Local 85 on this<br />

amazing milestone and thank you for letting us share in this momentous occasion.<br />

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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />

MID-MICHIGAN MCA<br />

The Annual 3MCA Golf Outing was held Monday, June 26, at the Country Club of Lansing<br />

with over 50 golfers in attendance. <strong>Contractor</strong>s, associate members, and guests enjoyed a great<br />

day of golf.<br />

First Place Team Low Score went to Larry Gunthorpe, Jerry Gunthorpe, Nick Gunthorpe, and<br />

Nate Gunthorpe. Second Place Team Low Score went to Brandon Dawe, Scott George, Ian<br />

O’Brien and Amy Nolff. Closest to the Pin went to Gregg Alchin. Longest Putt went to Ralph<br />

Kridner with Longest Drive to Nick Gunthorpe. Skins game winners went to Larry Gunthorpe’s<br />

team and the UA Local 333 Team (Bruce Simon, Brian Leek, Ralph Kridner and Tom Andreas).<br />

3MCA would also like to thank the following sponsors:<br />

Galloup<br />

The Macomb Group<br />

Ferguson Enterprises<br />

Novara Tesija P.L.L.C.<br />

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LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS<br />

WEST MICHIGAN MCA<br />

UA INDUSTRY DAY<br />

The annual UA Industry Day took place<br />

Wednesday, Aug. 16, at Washtenaw<br />

Community College, Ann Arbor. Scott<br />

VanderHyde and Cindy Morse represented<br />

the WMMCA. This was a chance to<br />

observe how the UA trains the UA trainers.<br />

Local 174 members Al Balcam, Ramondo<br />

Begay, Micah Golba, Jerod Ingersoll,<br />

Chris Phillips, Jeff Rumsey, and Daren<br />

Wilson participated in the training. Scott<br />

and Cindy visited classroom training,<br />

apprentice completion, and the many UA<br />

training trailers available.<br />

WMMCA GOLF OUTING<br />

Daren Wilson (left) and<br />

Scott VanderHyde<br />

The WMMCA <strong>2017</strong> Golf Outing took place Thursday, Aug. 24,<br />

at The Meadows on GVSU’s campus. A buffet lunch was enjoyed<br />

before the golf outing. The outing was followed by a light supper.<br />

Bob Barnett, Jason Finch, and Chris Pelton from Local 174 joined<br />

contractors for this great day of golf!<br />

This Year’s Winners<br />

1st Place Team Northern Boiler<br />

1st Place Team<br />

Hole #4 Longest Drive<br />

Hole #9 Longest Putt<br />

Hole #14 Longest Drive<br />

Hole #17 Closest to the Pin<br />

Northern Boiler<br />

Dave Doehring<br />

Ray Goldsborough<br />

John VandeVrede<br />

Dave Ekkens<br />

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JOINT MEETING<br />

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<strong>Contractor</strong>s Association) <strong>Contractor</strong><br />

Joint Meeting with the <strong>Michigan</strong><br />

Association of Pipes Trades<br />

Business Managers was held<br />

Thursday, Sept. 7, at the Soaring<br />

Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant,<br />

<strong>Michigan</strong>. WMMCA contractor<br />

participants included: Scott<br />

VanderHyde-Rite-Way, and Jodi<br />

vanHaren- Advantage <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />

Refrigeration. This was a great<br />

opportunity to network with<br />

the state’s Pipe Trades Business<br />

Managers.<br />

NCPWB CHAPTER 18 UPDATE<br />

Promoting a quality certified workforce, Chapter 18 of the NCPWB has one-hundredforty<br />

(140) certified welders. The Joint NCPWB/UA welding program has scheduled<br />

joint test events at the Local 174 Training Center in: January, March, May, July,<br />

September, and October.<br />

Congratulations to Monarch Engineering & Welding, a new NCPWB member.<br />

Current NCPWB Chapter 18 Members:<br />

Andy J. Egan Company<br />

B&V <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />

FHC<br />

Lascko Services<br />

Mail City <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />

Monarch Engineering & Welding<br />

Pressures & Pipes<br />

Pro Services<br />

Rite-Way <strong>Plumbing</strong> & Heating<br />

R.W. LaPine<br />

Teachout<br />

Troy Brooke <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />

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SAVE THE DATE:<br />

MPMCA’s Annual<br />

<strong>Michigan</strong><br />

PHC/<strong>Mechanical</strong> Expo<br />

March 14 th 2018<br />

Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort<br />

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This one-day Business-to-Business<br />

event will be attended by PHC &<br />

<strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s, Owners,<br />

Suppliers, Architects, and Engineers,<br />

with over a hundred Exhibitors/<br />

Booths displaying tools, industry<br />

related items, vehicles, and<br />

much more!<br />

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For registration information email<br />

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SAFETY<br />

PAYS<br />

SPECIALTY CONTRACTORS WORKERS<br />

COMPENSATION GROUP PROGRAM<br />

Participating Businesses Share Workers’ Compensation Group Dividend from<br />

Accident Fund Insurance Company of America<br />

More than 50 businesses<br />

will share over<br />

$180,000 premium<br />

dividend thanks to<br />

safe work practices and<br />

their participation in <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong><br />

& <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association’s<br />

Workers Compensation Group Dividend<br />

Program. This program is available<br />

through the Specialty <strong>Contractor</strong>s<br />

Workers’ Compensation Group Program<br />

who belong to one of the following<br />

trade associations; <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong><br />

& <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association,<br />

<strong>Michigan</strong> Chapter of the Sheet Metal &<br />

Air Conditioning National Association,<br />

the <strong>Michigan</strong> Chapter of the National<br />

Electrical <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association.<br />

The dividend returned is based on each<br />

participant’s premium costs and range<br />

from $120 to over $14,000, with an<br />

average dividend of over $1,500.<br />

In addition to dividend opportunities, the<br />

Specialty <strong>Contractor</strong>s dividend program<br />

offers participating businesses a 5 percent<br />

discount on their workers’ compensation<br />

insurance premium rates.<br />

While keeping people healthy and injuryfree<br />

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claims.<br />

“It’s a fact – safety pays. A safe work<br />

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employees, it’s great for the bottom line,”<br />

said Accident Fund’s group program<br />

consultant. “We’re proud to be able to<br />

present the Specialty <strong>Contractor</strong>s Group<br />

with this dividend for members in this<br />

program.”<br />

Accident Fund’s Loss Control consultants<br />

work with policyholders on safe work<br />

practices and teach employee safety<br />

training. The company also offers an<br />

online “tool box” where policyholders can<br />

link to federal and state workplace safety<br />

websites.<br />

“Encouraging safety in the workplace<br />

while offering an Association-only plan<br />

that can provide real money back is<br />

definitely a win-win situation,” said<br />

Cynthia Maher, Executive Director of<br />

the <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong><br />

<strong>Contractor</strong>s Association. “The Accident<br />

Fund Workers’ Compensation Program is<br />

one of many innovative strategies we have<br />

put in place to help our members more<br />

effectively control their costs.”<br />

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The only statewide<br />

PHC/<strong>Mechanical</strong> Expo in <strong>Michigan</strong>!<br />

The <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> &<br />

<strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s<br />

Association’s Annual <strong>Michigan</strong><br />

PHC/<strong>Mechanical</strong> Expo will be<br />

held Wednesday, March 14,<br />

2018. Due to high demand, the MPMCA<br />

Expo will once again be returning to<br />

the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort<br />

Entertainment Hall in Mount Pleasant.<br />

This one-day Business-to-Business event<br />

will be attended by PHC & mechanical<br />

contractors, owners, suppliers, architects,<br />

and engineers, with more than a hundred<br />

exhibitors/booths showing tools,<br />

industry-related items, vehicles, and<br />

much more! Don’t miss this opportunity<br />

for networking, learning, and exploring.<br />

For registration information, visit our<br />

webpage at mpmca.org or email your<br />

request to info@mpmca.org.<br />

Meet the Industry’s Suppliers who<br />

want to meet you. In <strong>2017</strong> some of<br />

our exhibitors included Balfrey &<br />

Johnston, Burke Agency, Dave Watson<br />

& Assoc., Diversified Spec. Sales, Enerco<br />

Corporation, Federated Insurance,<br />

Herder Sales, HS/Buy Van & Assoc.,<br />

Interstate Restoration, ISCO Industries,<br />

J.W. Sales, Jomar Vlave, K.L. McCoy<br />

& Assoc., Knapheide Truck Equip.,<br />

Major/Lozuaway & Assoc., Meek/<br />

Beck & Assoc., <strong>Michigan</strong> Energy<br />

Optimization, <strong>Michigan</strong> Propane Gas<br />

Assoc., MPMCA/ASSE Backflow Cross<br />

Connection Program, New Century<br />

Sales, Performance Engineering, R.L.<br />

Deppmann Co., Sales Service Plus Inc.,<br />

SCWCP/Allied Insurance Mgrs., Taggart-<br />

Knight Group, TRO Sales Co., United<br />

PVF, V.E. Sales Co., Victaulic, and many<br />

more.<br />

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Warren ............................................................ 586-776-5138<br />

Westland ........................................................ 734-729-3110<br />

BEHLER-YOUNG<br />

Ann Arbor ...................................................... 734-761-5511<br />

Bloomfiels Hills ............................................ 248-335-6527<br />

Flint .................................................................. 810-743-1160<br />

Grand Rapids ................................................ 616-531-4400<br />

Jackson ........................................................... 517-789-7191<br />

Kalamazoo .................................................... 269-343-5504<br />

Lansing ........................................................... 517-371-1770<br />

Livonia ............................................................ 734-524-0623<br />

Muskegon ..................................................... 231-733-4421<br />

New Hudson ................................................. 248-437-3070<br />

Taylor............................................................... 734-374-8231<br />

Saginaw.......................................................... 989-799-4805<br />

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Traverse City ................................................. 231-946-7391<br />

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Grand Rapids ................................................ 616-406-1645<br />

Lansing ........................................................... 517-882-3722<br />

Livonia ............................................................ 734-552-5000<br />

Madison Heights ......................................... 248-585-3910<br />

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Royal Oak ....................................................... 248-280-2880<br />

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Warren ........................................................... 586-264-2561<br />

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Pontiac ............................................................ 248-858-2605<br />

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PEERLESS SUPPLY<br />

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Monroe ........................................................... 734-242-3655<br />

PROGRESSIVE PLUMBING<br />

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Warren ............................................................ 586-756-8662<br />

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Holland ........................................................... 616-392-1535<br />

Kalamazoo .................................................... 269-226-6500<br />

Lansing ........................................................... 517-371-6911<br />

WHITTOCK SUPPLY<br />

Gaylord ........................................................... 989-732-1690<br />

Imlay City ....................................................... 810-721-8000<br />

Shelby Township ......................................... 586-731-4111<br />

Traverse City ................................................. 231-946-5160<br />

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Grand Rapids ................................................ 616-456-1613<br />

Howell ............................................................. 517-548-1500<br />

Kalamazoo .................................................... 269-488-3383<br />

Lansing ........................................................... 517-882-6611<br />

Pontiac ............................................................ 248-745-6900<br />

Shelby ............................................................. 586-566-9696<br />

Southfeld ....................................................... 248-537-5900<br />

Taylor............................................................... 734-946-1190<br />

Toledo, OH..................................................... 419-897-9027<br />

Traverse City ................................................. 231-933-0755<br />

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Step 1 – Research your business’s exposures and the<br />

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• Identify risks from natural and man-made disasters.<br />

• Classify operations critical to your business’s survival.<br />

• Document current employee contact information.<br />

• Know your key customers, suppliers, contacts, and vendors.<br />

• Establish information technology needs.<br />

• Determine your business’s financial needs following a disaster.<br />

Step 3 – Backup Your Plan<br />

• Make it available anytime, anywhere.<br />

• Be sure it’s accessible even when you can’t enter your facility.<br />

• Print a copy, and also store it electronically.<br />

• Regularly backup vital data and records and store a copy<br />

off-site.<br />

A community cannot survive a disaster unless businesses survive,<br />

and businesses cannot survive unless their employees survive.<br />

Mother Nature doesn’t care who’s in her way. Developing a<br />

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• Test the business continuity plan periodically.<br />

• Encourage employees to also prepare themselves and their<br />

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Step 5 – Periodically review, practice, and update your<br />

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MICHIGAN PLUMBING & MECHANICAL<br />

MICHIGAN PLUMBING & MECHANICAL<br />

CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION<br />

CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION<br />

2015 CODE BOOK ORDER FORM<br />

2015 MICHIGAN PLUMBING CODE<br />

2015 MICHIGAN MECHANICAL CODE<br />

2015 BUILDING CODE<br />

2015 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE<br />

(2015 International Fuel Gas Code used in conjunction with the 2015 <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Mechanical</strong> Code)<br />

2015 <strong>Plumbing</strong> Code Commentary (does not include <strong>Michigan</strong> amendments)<br />

MPMCA Non-Members Use the Chart to order your books.<br />

Quantity Item Unit Price Total<br />

_________ 2015 <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> Code Soft Cover $ 85.00 _______<br />

_________ 2015 <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Mechanical</strong> Code Soft Cover $ 85.00 _______<br />

_________ 2015 <strong>Michigan</strong> Residential Code Soft Cover $ 145.00 _______<br />

_________ 2015 <strong>Michigan</strong> Building Code Soft Cover $ 155.00 _______<br />

_________ 2015 Fuel Gas Code (Used with MI <strong>Mechanical</strong> Code) Soft Cover $ 85.00 _______<br />

_________ 2015 International <strong>Plumbing</strong> Code Commentary Soft Cover $ 118.00 _______<br />

_________ 2015 International Fuel Gas Code Commentary Soft Cover $ 118.00 _______<br />

_________ 2015 International <strong>Mechanical</strong> Code Commentary Soft Cover $ 118.00 _______<br />

Name_________________________________________ Phone ______________ Fax _______________<br />

Company Name ___________________________________________________________________________<br />

Street Address _____________________________________________________________________<br />

City _____________________________________ State ________ Zip _________________<br />

For notification of shipment you must list your valid email address below:<br />

E-mail address____________________________________________________________________________<br />

This Address for shipping is: Residential Business<br />

Make check payable to MPMCA.<br />

To pay with Credit Card go to our website: www.mpmca.org and click on the shopping cart on the left to order<br />

using our secure & encrypted online ordering system.<br />

Mail payments: MPMCA, PO Box 13100, Lansing, MI 48901<br />

Phone: 517-484-5500 with questions.<br />

Order on line at www.mpmca.org using our secure online shopping cart.<br />

**All Orders must include Shipping & Handling<br />

$0 to $80.00 shipping charge = $18.75<br />

$81.00 to $150.00 shipping charge = $21.00<br />

$151.00 to $300.00 shipping charge = $23.25<br />

$301.00 to $500.00 shipping charge = $25.50<br />

$500.00 to $1,000.00 shipping charge = $31.00<br />

Over $1000.00 call MPMCA for shipping charge.<br />

TOTAL BOOKS =<br />

ADD 6% SALES TAX =<br />

_____________<br />

_____________<br />

If you are tax exempt we need your tax exempt # enter on line above<br />

SUB TOTAL =<br />

ADD SHIPPING =<br />

(*SEE CHART)<br />

_____________<br />

_____________<br />

TOTAL ORDER = _____________<br />

Declined credit cards subject to a $25.00 service charge.<br />

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MPMCA 2018<br />

Membership Application<br />

I (we) the undersigned agent of the firm identified,<br />

hereby make application for membership in MPMCA.<br />

In making this application, I (we):<br />

(a) understand that membership in a local PHC or<br />

<strong>Mechanical</strong> Association is a prerequisite to<br />

membership in MPMCA, if such an association<br />

serves the applicant’s market area,<br />

(b) agree to pay dues as established by MPMCA’s<br />

Board of Directors and to adhere to the Constitution<br />

and Bylaws of the Association,<br />

(c) understand that the dues remittance must include<br />

both MPMCA and NAPHCC dues. (except<br />

Associate).<br />

Firm Name ________________________________<br />

Street/PO _________________________________<br />

City/State/Zip _______________________________<br />

Telephone _________________________________<br />

FAX # ____________________________________<br />

E-mail ____________________________________<br />

Website ___________________________________<br />

Principal Officer’s Name ______________________<br />

Signature __________________________________<br />

Date of Application __________________________<br />

Average # of Field Employees ______________<br />

Union Shop<br />

Type of Work Contracted:<br />

<strong>Plumbing</strong><br />

Heating<br />

Open Shop<br />

Piping<br />

Cooling<br />

Circle Firm’s Local Association:<br />

Bay Area Assn MPMCI<br />

Flint PMC<br />

Greater <strong>Michigan</strong> PMC<br />

Master Plumber Association of MI (Oakland Co,)<br />

Mid-<strong>Michigan</strong> MCA<br />

MCA of Detroit<br />

Northwestern MPHCCA (Grand Traverse Co.)<br />

South Macomb Assoc. PHCC<br />

Southwestern Association<br />

Thumb Area Association<br />

Upper Peninsula MCA<br />

West <strong>Michigan</strong> MCA<br />

West <strong>Michigan</strong> PHCC<br />

Western Wayne PHCC<br />

Return To: MPMCA<br />

PO Box 13100<br />

Lansing, MI 48901<br />

(517) 484-5500<br />

Website www.mpmca.org<br />

Dues Structure:<br />

MPMCA (State Association Dues)<br />

New Member (First Two Years)<br />

$260.00 Annually<br />

1 to 5 (average) Field Employees $483.00 Annually<br />

$120.75 Quarterly<br />

6 to 15 (average) Field Employees$572.00 Annually<br />

$143.00 Quarterly<br />

16 + (Average) Field Employees $679.00 Annually<br />

$169.75 Quarterly<br />

NAPHCC (National Association Dues)<br />

Active Member<br />

Add<br />

MPMCA Dues $ _________<br />

+<br />

NAPHCC Dues $ _________<br />

Total = $ _________<br />

$523.00 Annually<br />

$134.00 Quarterly<br />

Remit total to: MPMCA, PO Box 13100, Lansing MI 48901<br />

Check Enclosed ___ Master Card ___ Visa ___<br />

Card # ______________________________________<br />

Expiration Date ______________________________<br />

Customer Code ___ ___ ___<br />

(last 3 # on back of card in signature panel)<br />

We need the complete address of where the credit card is billed.<br />

Street Address _____________________________________<br />

City _________________ State _____ Zip Code __________<br />

Any declined checks/credit card charges are subject to a $25.00 service<br />

charge.<br />

Questions: Call MPMCA 517-484-5500<br />

Email info@mpmca.org<br />

www.mpmca.org<br />

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0B0B<br />

An Invitation to our suppliers to become a MPMCA Associate Member.<br />

The Officers, Directors, and Members of MPMCA invite you to join our organization as an Associate<br />

Member. As an MPMCA Associate Member, you receive:<br />

1. A subscription to the <strong>Michigan</strong> Master Plumber & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong> magazine.<br />

2. Listing in the Annual Membership Directory listing MPMCA <strong>Contractor</strong> Members.<br />

3. Access to all MPMCA conferences and seminars.<br />

4. Newsletters covering legislative and regulatory issues of industry significance.<br />

5. Access to MPMCA’s Specialty <strong>Contractor</strong>s Workers’ Compensation Program underwritten by<br />

the Accident Fund of <strong>Michigan</strong>, fully insured Blue Cross Blue Shield of <strong>Michigan</strong> Insurance<br />

program, and The Federated Insurance Group.<br />

To join the 75 Associate members of MPMCA complete the application below and send it along with a<br />

check for $310.00 (prorated at $26.00 a month) to MPMCA, PO Box 13100, Lansing, MI 48901.<br />

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />

I (we) hereby apply for Associate Membership in <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> and <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s<br />

Association.<br />

Signed by _________________________________________ Title _____________________<br />

Representing (Company) ______________________________________________________<br />

Address ___________________________________________________________________<br />

City _______________________________State _______ Zip ____________<br />

Phone ( ___ ) _____________________ FAX ( ____ ) ______________________<br />

E-Mail Address ___________________ Web Site __________________________ Date _______<br />

Check enclosed<br />

Bill Master Card/Visa # _____________________________________________________Exp ___/____<br />

Customer Code ___ ___ ___ (last three numbers on back of card in signature panel)<br />

We need the complete address of where the credit card is billed:<br />

Street Address: ___________________________________________ State: ______ Zip Code: ____________<br />

Card Holders name (please print or type name __________________________________________________<br />

Signed_______________________________________Dated __________ Phone ( ____ ) _______________<br />

1BReturn to: MPMCA, PO Box 13100, Lansing, MI 48901<br />

Phone (517) 484-5500 • FAX: (517) 484-5225<br />

HHUUinfo@mpmca.orgUUHH ---------------------- www.mpmca.org<br />

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AND MICHIGAN STATE BOARD OF PLUMBING<br />

2018 BACKFLOW PREVENTER TESTING SEMINARS<br />

EARN YOUR ASSE Certification<br />

Class Content<br />

Overview of the problems of cross connection • Review of case histories, causes, and health hazards • Study of MI<br />

Department of Environmental Quality Rules • Review of American Society of Sanitary Engineering guide for the proper<br />

selection and use of backflow prevention devices • Description of eight different ways to prevent cross connections •<br />

Detailed study of reduced pressure type backflow preventers • Hands-on experience with various backflow preventers •<br />

How to spot and correct defects • Detailed instruction on the varieties of backflow preventers by factory reps of the<br />

various manufacturers.<br />

Class is open to licensed plumbers, plus others including pipefitting, water purveyors, lawn irrigation, sprinkler installer,<br />

or related fields who need to test backflow preventers in the field<br />

Instructors/Proctors: Martin Jipson & Phyllis Centers, Master Plumbers, Inspectors & ASSE certified backflow testers.<br />

Class Dates:<br />

January 8-12, 2018 April 9-13, 2018<br />

July 16-20, 2018 October 8-12, 2018<br />

Class Location: 1120 Commerce Park Drive, Suite B, DeWitt, <strong>Michigan</strong> 48820<br />

Upon satisfactory completion, attendees will receive ASSE Certification for Cross Connection Control.<br />

Under Act 54 - <strong>Plumbing</strong> Inspectors Registration Act - <strong>Plumbing</strong> Inspectors will receive 16 hours technical and 24 hours<br />

specialty continuing education credits.<br />

Water Purveyor Participants may receive 3.2 continuing education credits.<br />

All registrants must demonstrate five (5) years of experience in a plumbing, pipefitting, water purveyor, lawn<br />

irrigation, sprinkler installer, or related field. Upon receipt of your paid reservation, your reservation in the class<br />

will be confirmed upon valid demonstration of 5 years’ experience.<br />

PLEASE NOTE: The class is only designed for individuals who wish to obtain ASSE certification, and have the<br />

necessary field experience to pass the rigorous testing. The Instructor begins the class with the assumption that<br />

all attendees already possess adequate knowledge of hydraulics, plumbing, piping, venting, etc. It is not designed<br />

for a beginning technician.<br />

Cancellations must be received in writing by MPMCA, (emails are accepted), 18 days prior to the first day of class to<br />

receive refund. Cancellations less than 18 days, refunds only if we can fill your seat. If you cancel via US mail, we suggest<br />

using 'return receipt'. Once class is confirmed a $30 cancellation processing fee may apply.<br />

How To Register:<br />

Complete the application form on the reverse side. The registration fee is $1,020 for MPMCA members and $1,270 for nonmembers -<br />

this covers the five days of instruction, examination materials, and testing kits for the hands on portion. Be sure to bring something to<br />

write with. The class is limited to 20 participants. Registration fee must accompany application form to be considered for acceptance.<br />

Purchase orders are not accepted.<br />

Questions: Call MPMCA • (517) 484-5500 – info@mpmca.org<br />

Make check payable to:<br />

<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Assn. (or MPMCA)<br />

Mail to: PO Box 13100<br />

Lansing, MI 48901<br />

Phone: 517-484-5500 - Fax: 517-484-5225<br />

Email info@mpmca.org Web site: www.mpmca.org<br />

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<strong>Michigan</strong> State Board of <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong><br />

<strong>Michigan</strong> State Board of <strong>Plumbing</strong><br />

&<br />

<strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />

<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />

APPLICATION<br />

APPLICATION<br />

2018 Backflow Preventer Training Program<br />

Student Name __________________________________________<br />

Home Street Address ____________________________________<br />

City, State, Zip _________________________________________<br />

Home Telephone _______________________________________<br />

Company Name ________________________________________<br />

Co. Street Address ______________________________________<br />

City, State, Zip _________________________________________<br />

Co. Phone ( ____ ) _____________ Co. Fax ( ____ ) ___________<br />

County ___________________ Co. Email ____________________<br />

Send Confirmation of Class Placement and Certificate Upon<br />

Completion to: ______________________ Title _______________<br />

Home Address<br />

Business Address<br />

Classes are from<br />

8:00 am to 4:00 pm<br />

All applications must include payment.<br />

Purchase orders not accepted.<br />

No Phone reservations taken.<br />

Please include mail<br />

stop or division/title if<br />

this will help assure<br />

you receive this<br />

confirmation.<br />

Sent via USPS<br />

Licensed Plumber? Yes___ No____<br />

If NO, a letter detailing<br />

Experience is required<br />

License Number: (Plumber license must<br />

be current & exp. date provided)<br />

Master: 81-_________________<br />

Exp. Date: __________________<br />

Journey: 82-<br />

Exp. Date:<br />

Email:<br />

___________________________<br />

Payment:<br />

Check one<br />

Member of MPMCA:<br />

Check enclosed for $1,020<br />

Nonmember:<br />

Check enclosed for $1,270<br />

To pay with credit card go to<br />

www.mpmca.org and select the<br />

“Shopping Cart” on the home page.<br />

Please INDICATE your 1 st , 2 nd , & 3 rd choice. If your first choice is not available, we will confirm your second choice. If<br />

your second choice is not available, we will confirm your 3 rd choice. Each class is limited to 20 students. MPMCA<br />

Members receive enrollment priority. Confirmation will be sent one month prior to confirmed class date.<br />

Declined checks/credit cards are subject to $25.00 service charge.<br />

____ Jan. 8-12, 2018 ____ April 9-13, 2018 ____ July 16-20, 2018 _____ Oct. 8-12, 2018<br />

MPMCA Members -- be sure to take your Member Discount!!<br />

Credit Card orders go to www.mpmca.org and use our convenient “Shopping Cart” -- Or<br />

Make your check payable to MPMCA and Return to:<br />

<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />

PO Box 13100<br />

Lansing, MI 48901<br />

Questions?? Call 517-484-5500 • FAX 517-484-5225 • Email info@mpmca.org<br />

Application form must be completed in its entirety to be considered for Class Placement<br />

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ONE-DAY RECERTIFICATION<br />

! For those who hold ASSE certification and need to be recertified<br />

The 2018 dates for the one-day Backflow Preventer Recertification’s are:<br />

Jan. 17, 2018 April 25, 2018 July 23, 2018 Oct. 15, 2018<br />

Each class will be limited to 20 students. On the application form you can pick your first, second, and third<br />

choice. First choice will be determined on a first received basis.<br />

The cost will be $359.00 for MPMCA Members or $609.00 for Nonmembers. Cost includes the testing<br />

materials you will need for the practical portion (be sure to bring something to write with) plus lunch.<br />

The location will be the MPMCA Backflow Class, 1120 Commerce Park Drive, Suite B, DeWitt, MI 48820<br />

Exit 87 off I-69 in Lansing. If students would like to stay at the hotel the night before the class, the rate is<br />

$66.00+ applicable tax per night, single or double occupancy. Hotel information will be mailed with<br />

confirmations that will be mailed 3 to 4 weeks before the class.<br />

Instructors and proctors are Martin Jipson and Phyllis Centers.<br />

This Class is only for those individuals who currently hold a ASSE Backflow Certificate which<br />

requires recertification every three years. You must recertify prior to the expiration date on your current<br />

certification card. Be sure to check the date of expiration.<br />

If you have taken one of MPMCA’s Backflow courses previously, MPMCA will send you a notice<br />

before your expiration date when you need to recertify along with this registration form.<br />

MPMCA maintains a certified backflow test list for the State of <strong>Michigan</strong> which is updated daily on the<br />

MPMCA website. Check for your name and expiration date at www.mpmca.org/backflowsearch .<br />

Final Examination of Proficiency Required for Certification which consists of a 25 question written<br />

examination and passing the practical portion as you did in the original class. BE SURE TO REVIEW THE<br />

MATERIALS YOU RECEIVED FROM YOUR ORIGINAL CLASS PRIOR TO ATTENDING THIS CLASS.<br />

Come with any questions you may have and they will be addressed before the exam.<br />

If you have any questions, please give MPMCA a call at 517-484-5500.<br />

Go to www.mpmca.org to order online with your credit card.<br />

Select the convenient “Shopping Cart” and complete your order.<br />

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STATE BOARD OF PLUMBING<br />

MICHIGAN PLUMBING & MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION<br />

State Board of <strong>Plumbing</strong><br />

<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />

& & A.S.S.E. A.S.S.E<br />

2018 Backflow Preventer Testing Recertification<br />

APPLICATION<br />

Student Name_______________________________________________ Backflow Certification #<br />

Home Street Address___________________________________________<br />

City, State, Zip_______________________________________________<br />

_________________<br />

License Number:<br />

Home Telephone_____________________________________________ Journey 82-<br />

Company Name______________________________________________ Master 81-<br />

Co. Street Address__________________________________<br />

Email address:<br />

City, State Zip______________________________________<br />

Co Phone_________________________ FAX: ____________<br />

County____________________________________________<br />

Send Confirmations of Class To:________________________<br />

Payment:<br />

Check one<br />

Member of MPMCA:<br />

Check enclosed for $359.00<br />

Home Address<br />

Business Address<br />

Hours are from<br />

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.<br />

Nonmember:<br />

Check enclosed for $609.00<br />

All Applications must include payment. Cancellations must be in writing,<br />

18 days before class date to receive refund, a $30.00 processing fee may<br />

apply. Declined checks/credit cards are subject to $25.00 service charge.<br />

To pay with credit card go to<br />

www.mpmca.org and select the<br />

“Shopping Cart” on the home page.<br />

Space is limited to 20 students. Confirmations are sent one month prior to class. MPMCA members receive<br />

priority in enrollment.<br />

_____ Jan. 17, 2018 _____ April 25, 2018 _____ July 23, 2018 _____ Oct. 15, 2018<br />

Lansing, <strong>Michigan</strong> Lansing, <strong>Michigan</strong> Lansing, <strong>Michigan</strong> Lansing, <strong>Michigan</strong><br />

Credit Card orders go to www.mpmca.org and use our convenient “Shopping Cart” -- Or<br />

Make your check payable to MPMCA and Return to:<br />

<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>Plumbing</strong> & <strong>Mechanical</strong> <strong>Contractor</strong>s Association<br />

PO Box 13100<br />

Lansing, MI 48901<br />

Questions?? Call 517-484-5500 • FAX 517-484-5225 • Email info@mpmca.org<br />

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