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Letter from the NADRA Codes and Standards Committee Chair NADRA Share     Dear Members and Industry: The week of Oct. 24, I attended the International Code Council (ICC) Conference on NADRA's behalf. While at the Conference, I participated in a meeting of the ICC Evaluation Service Advisory Committee (ESAC). ESAC is charged with improving service to manufacturers seeking Evaluation Service Reports (ESR). Please see http://www.icc-es.org/Help/esac.shtml for a more in-depth discussion of the purpose of ESAC. The committee is open to participation from members of industry and manufacturers. What struck me as most important was an earnest effort on the part of all participants to move toward resolution and improvement. I was able to meet several vice presidents of ICC-ES as well as manufacturer and industry representatives. More
Associations and the Code, a letter from Andy Engel - Editor of Professional Deck Builder Magazine NADRA Blog Share
When I was a carpenter and a builder, I never joined an industry association. I didn't see what was in it for me. That was taking the short view. I didn't realize that associations lobby on industry-wide issues such as codes. In fact, I didn't know how codes were written. If I had thought about it, I'd have guessed that some think tank of structural engineers sat around developing minimum standards based on a reasonable expectation of building performance. More Georgia Chapter announces holiday gathering Dec. 14 NADRA Share
What: NADRA Atlanta Chapter Christmas party - bring your spouse or a guest When: Dec. 14 at 7p.m. EST Where: Soho Atlanta in Vinings, Ga. Dinner: $15 for members; $20 for non-members. Cash bar. Sponsor: TimberTech Speaker: Mike Beaudry, Executive VP of NADRA Limit of 50 attendees so RSVP today! Info@NADRA.org. More
October construction starts rebound 30 percent from weak September Reed Construction Data Share
Reed Construction Data announced recently that the year-to-date value of construction starts through October, excluding residential contracts, totaled $214.5 billion, 1.9 percent less than during the same months in 2009. However, individual month of October starts were 30 percent above September and 9 percent below last October. More Arizona tops October construction gains Phoenix Business Journal Share
Arizona and Texas added the most construction jobs between September and October while Florida and Minnesota landed on the losing end. That's according to the Associated General Contractors of America, which reports that the industry gained jobs in 29 states in the month-to-month tally. Year-to-year, however, only 11 states and the District of Columbia saw increases, based on data the group reviewed from the U.S. Department of Labor. More
BuildingGreen unveils top 10 green products Environmental Leader Share
BuildingGreen, publisher of the GreenSpec Directory and Environmental Building News (EBN), released the winners of its ninth annual Top-10 Green Building Products. The list recognizes the top green products based on recent additions to GreenSpec, coverage in EBN, and BuildingGreen blogs. This year's products range from VOC-free composite decking and office furnishings to LED modules and halogen-free cabling. More Green building market grows 50 percent in 2 years Sustainable Business Share
The value of green building construction starts was up 50 percent from 2008 to 2010 — from $42 billion to $55 billion-$71 billion — and represents 25 percent of all new construction activity in 2010, according to a new market report. The green building market size is expected to reach $135 billion by 2015, state McGraw-Hill Construction's "Green Outlook 2011: Green Trends Driving Growth" report. More Why leaders should try to be overwhelmed Harvard Business Review Share
The perfect ingredient to draw out leadership is exactly the one most of us, including leaders, fight so hard to avoid: overwhelm. Leaders like to be in control. They want things to turn out right and they feel — often mistakenly — that if they have control over them, they will. More
Glint of hope in small business survey Arizona Daily Star Share
There was a tiny sign of hope in a monthly survey of small business owners recently, one that could mean they're getting ready to hire. But that doesn't mean economists expect a big shift upward in the job market, and in turn, the rest of the economy, anytime soon. More Money is available for small businesses, but it takes work USA TODAY Share
Steve Strauss writes, "Yes, it is true that there are more SBA loan funds available right now than in years past. This is mainly due to a change in administrations, and the fact that both TARP and the new small business law added funding for SBA lending." More
Join NADRA today! NADRA Share
 NADRA is made up of deck builders, manufacturers, dealers/distributors, wholesalers, retailers and service providers to the deck and railing industry. By working together we can be one voice for the industry and deliver a clear message to the consumer and the code development bodies.
NADRA serves as a trade association with emphasis on safe building practices and deck safety.
MoreDon't forget to check out the NADRA Deck and Railing Product & Service Guide! Follow NADRA on Facebook! NADRA Share
 Be among the first to learn NADRA news and updates by joining us on Facebook. Network with other NADRA members. Check out their deck photos or product promotions from manufacturer members. Join your local chapter's Facebook page and see pictures from local events or accept invitations to local meetings.
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