CCAAS ASA ’s Fire Sprinkler Industry Magazine 2009 2nd Issue

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS - 2009 REPORTS / ARTICLES National Representative Grant Neal, Chairman, Vipond Fire Protection, Div. of Vipond Inc. 4 President’s Report by John Galt Rick Berwick, Treasurer, Classic Fire Protection Inc. Tim Voronoff, Past-chair, Troy Sprinkler Ltd. Atlantic 6 Chairman of the Board Report Claude Melanson, Viking Fire Protection Inc. by Grant R. Neal Quebec Rene Belanger, Viking Fire Protection Inc. Manitoba/Saskatchewan 8 Codes and Technical Report Bill Skromeda, B.D.R. Services Ltd. by Matthew Osburn Mike Farren, Vipond Fire Protection, Div. of Vipond Inc. 10 Training and Apprenticeship Jamie McKenzie, SimplexGrinnell by Dan Solonynko PAGE 5 Associate Manufacturer/Supplier Bryan Callaghan, Tyco Fire Suppression & Building Products 11 National Marketing Report Director at Large David Killey, Fire Busters Inc. by Sean Pearce National Representative Rick Allan, SimplexGrinnell 12 Atlantic Regional Report STAFF by Joe Young PAGE 17 President, John Galt Codes & Technical Services Manager, Matt Osburn Training and Apprenticeship, Dan Solonynko 13 Ontario Regional Report National Marketing Manager, Sean Pearce by Sean Pearce Education Services, Gerry Ennis Atlantic Regional Manager, Joe Young Ontario Regional Manager, Sean Pearce 14 Western Regional Report Western Regional Manager, Dan Solonynko by Dan Solonynko Event Planner / Casanotes Editor, Nadina Caplice Receptionist / Administrator, Erin Regan 16 C.A.S.A. Annual General Meeting Accounting, Lynda Allman The Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association is a national Trade Contractor’s Association. It has existed in one form or another since the 1920’s, and was 19 Sprinkler Plans Review incorporated under a Dominion Charter in 1961. In its inception it recognized the Sprinkler Industry as a Contracting Industry separate from any other trade. Voting membership, manufacturers, suppliers and 20 What’s New subscribers are brought into the Association. C.A.S.A. promotes, defends, enhances and improves the business of installing and manufacturing the sprinkler devices and systems. In doing so, the Association works 22 Member Focus closely with Fire and Building Officials, Architects and others for the advancement of the automatic sprinkler art as applied to the conservation of life and property from fire. Casanotes is published quarterly by the Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association, 335 Renfrew Drive, Suite 302, Markham, ON, L3R 9S9, Tel: (905) 477-2270, Fax: (905) 477-3611, Website: www.casa- firesprinkler.org, Email: [email protected]., Editor: Nadina Caplice. This publication is free to all members of the Association. Subscriptions to Casanotes and other industry publications are available by contacting the C.A.S.A. office. The opinions expressed herein are those Designed and printed by of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of the Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association

Casanotes 2nd Issue 2009 3 REPORT President’s Report

Spending is concentrated, amongst other things, on Government buildings and related infrastructure. Depending upon the the Provincial- Municipal shared-cost arrangements, decisions may be made that expand the scope to forms of infrastructure that include utilities, schools and hospitals. Impact Timing So much of the measured impact will relate to timing that is to say John Galt, President when it hits the job sights. Looking at the best case sinerios to the Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association more realistic, the end of 2009 to spring 2010. As one of the later trades to go on sight, we may have to whether some of the storm So much has been reported about the Fiscal Stimulus Packages, before the Fiscal Stimulus dollars reaches C.A.S.A. members. While by both the Federal, as well as, Provincial Governments, and when you will hear, that as much as 1/3 of the infrastructure investment it will take effect. What will be the impact to the sprinkler industry? suggested in the January 2009 budget would be undertaken in I have taken a compilation of construction industry forecasts and 2009, the above estimate I believe to be more accurate for us. offer the following view as to what we can expect the impact to be for the sprinkler industry. Industry Dynamics and Employment Firstly, the impact can expect to vary from region to region and even The total scope and Regional nature of many of these construction by municipality. Much of the stimulus depends upon Provincia,l and projects will present challenges to the labour force as there will be in some cases, municipal matching for all types of projects. What spikes in demand for skilled trades in some Regions of the country. is clear, however, is that the Canadian stimulus is focused on The sprinkler trade has an easily mobile work force, however, some increased construction activity as is that of most other G7 countries. that move does come back while others do not. The largest cost In fact, here in Canada, it is reported that half of the total fiscal component of the stimulus spending will likely be construction stimulus announced by the Federal Government is targeted at labour. Over all the employment derived from the fiscal stimulus construction. will result in small, if any, gains in the total employment seen in To date we have announcements for $30 Billion over this fiscal year 2008, and it is thought to remain flat until 2011. This could be a big and next to construction investment, with the impact in the challenge for the sprinkler industry, as available jobs will arise for following areas. skilled trade's people in various sectors and Regions of Canada. As I reported earlier this year, unemployment rates were rising in Residential Construction most sprinkler Locals in January, February and March. There could At a glace there may not seem to be much for the sprinkler trade be a very motivated pool of skilled labour in our trade that may here, however, when we look closely it can be quite positive. Here's decide to look where the "grass is greener". how it looks for us depending upon the provincial-municipal In the long run, I believe that no sprinkler contractor can afford to participation. forget the need to maintain an adequate labour force. While we - $400 million for the construction of social housing unit for low- lay-off in the short term, this should be managed carefully. With income seniors ( will by then require fire sprinklers in all provinces construction in better shape for now, than most areas of the for over 3 stories- the most common). economy, manpower should stay within the general construction industry. The sprinkler industry is poised to benefit from new - $75 million for housing for people with disabilities and $200 C.A.S.A proposed Fire and Building code changes, and we will need million for Northern housing. (Code proposals by C.A.S.A. last year to expand our work force in the near future again. target this area in the NBCC and many Provincial Codes) If the government is right and the general economy stops the Public Infrastructure recession by year end, we may be fortunate to not experience the worst of this recession for a long period of time. But right now that Here again, one may dismiss this as not relevant to the sprinkler is a big “if". We will be monitoring this subject through the year and trade but look. into next, along with the C.A.S.A. Board. - $500 million for recreation facilities. - $2 Billion for improving universities and colleges.

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By Grant R. Neal, Chairman Vipond Fire Protection, Div. of Vipond Inc. 5. Training, safety and other so called frivolous expenditures will be curtailed as well. 6. Like in the early 80's and 90's many of the highly qualified 2009 Our Future: human resources will not return to our industry. Only this time The construction industry as a whole is softening across Canada with the greatest number of retirees leaving the workforce in with major reductions in the industrial, commercial and residential history, the effect on the industry will be compounded even new construction sectors. This seems to be due to the over greater than before. abundance of existing building inventory combined with the 7. For the companies who weather the upcoming economic reduced consumer demand for consumables. As we already know storm, and there will be many, the greatest challenge will come Canada has slipped into a recessionary cycle which will affect most when the market returns with a vengeance, and these Canadian families in some way over the next couple of years. companies are scrounging for talented, technically strong, Since there is, or will be, less new construction starts depending on "drop in the slot" employees for both their office and field the geographic reliance for these types of industries, there will also positions that they will immediately need in order to perform be a decline in the amount of our "normal market" type projects the work coming their way. such as warehouses, shopping plazas, factories, office buildings, Even though the following, "talks easy and does hard", we as an condominiums, and single family homes. Even the "bridge the industry need to stick together on the following points: (so we don't recession" oil sands businesses are feeling the effect and activity repeat the cycle again) is quickly declining. 1. Keep our prices high enough to ensure we have reasonable These markets typically provide the quick turn-over type work that profit when the job is complete. Low prices are infectious and many of our membership rely on to maintain healthy "cash flow", it takes a very long time to re-establish good pricing levels. as well as their sales, design, and installation resources. Aren't all our efforts and increased exposure to liability worth As we move through these harsher economic times, we will see more than we accept? the following changes in our industry: (Nothing we haven't seen in 2. Do NOT allow our companies, and the fire sprinkler industry the past) to fall prey to price shopping which will kill our market and 1. Fire sprinkler contractors with convince themselves that they your profits quicker than the current economic times. can perform the same type of work for much less cost than 3. The Trade Contractors (Fire Sprinkler Contractors) have come they have historically been capable of doing. a long way over a very rough, intimidating road to change the 2. They will then reflect this new belief in their tender practices acceptable contract language our industry is willing to accept. with lower tender prices and an increased appetite/tolerance We as individual companies cannot afford to allow these for adjusting their tender price post tender closing. important gains to regress back to the same acceptable level 3. This will drive down the overall fire sprinkler market as it they were before, where as an industry we would accept any relates to prices, performance, quality, and without a doubt, contractual term given to us, because we need the sale. the requisite profits needed to either maintain or improve their 4. During hard economic times our industry needs every member businesses. to demand fair contracts that allocate risk appropriately. Do 4. With little or no profit, companies will look at drastically not accept, "Paid When Paid" or "Paid If Paid" clauses in your reducing their operating expenses through downsizing, thus contracts, negotiate fair contractual terms, including payment limiting their capacity to perform the larger projects when they terms for your company. do come out for tender. Continued on Page 20

6 2nd Issue 2009 Casanotes

REPORT Codes & Technical Report

By Matthew Osburn Codes and Technical Services Manager

Alberta Government Releases New Changes • clarifying where fire extinguishers should be located on construction sites. to Alberta Building & Fire Code • improving safety measures for construction processes On March 12, 2009 the Alberta government released new changes involving heat sources, such as roofing equipment, in order to to the Alberta Building and Fire Code. The changes are a result of prevent these activities from starting fires. the recommendations made by the "High Intensity Residential Fire • improving access to construction sites for fire departments, by Working Group" that was conducted in 2007. "We are taking a ensuring: leadership role by introducing new codes that will improve safety • fire trucks have adequate access to the site to be effective; and reduce the effects of high-intensity residential fires," said Ray Danyluk, Minister of Municipal Affairs. "When a fire occurs, the • firefighters can access all parts of a building under changes will buy time - for individuals to get out of their homes, construction; and, and for firefighters to respond." • that the appropriate water supply systems are in place to The changes to the Alberta Building Code will help ensure that new accommodate fire fighting. homes are built in a way that prevents or slows down the spread The new Fire Code changes take place immediately, and the of fire by: changes to the Building Code are implemented as of May 3, 2009. • adding new fire resistance requirements for homes built close One of the more significant changes to the Alberta Building Code is together. the new requirement for all concealed spaces, and other exterior • New homes with flammable siding, such as vinyl, built close to areas in combustible construction to be fully sprinklered. In the the property lines will be required to have fire resistant past a residential building that fell under the scope of NFPA 13R material, such as gypsum board, installed under the siding. "Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height" was allowed to be protected • New homes built close together will have new restrictions on utilizing the NFPA 13R standard. This standard allowed exceptions the size and amount of windows allowed facing their were concealed spaces, and exterior balconies were not required neighbours. to be fully sprinklered. The new Alberta Building Code has made an • improving sprinkler or exterior siding requirements for walk-up amendment to section 3.2.5.13 -Automatic Sprinkler Systems, with apartment buildings. the introduction of new sentences 10 and 11. Essentially the new • adding new fire resistance requirements for the interior of sentences now require all concealed spaces and exterior areas to attached garages. be fully sprinklered in a combustible building even if NFPA 13R is The changes to the Alberta Fire Code will help prevent fires from being utilized. Please see the new code changes below for more starting on construction sites and spreading to nearby homes and information. buildings by: 1) Except as permitted by Sentences (2), (3) and (4), an automatic • requiring buildings adjacent to construction sites to be sprinkler system shall be designed, constructed, installed and protected from potential fires. tested in conformance with NFPA 13, • requiring enhanced fire safety plans on construction sites to "Installation of Sprinkler Systems." (See Appendix A.) help control fire hazards in and around buildings. Continued on Page 26

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Dan Solonynko, Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association

The Government of Canada must continue to recognize that the The following portion of the report has been provided by Ted Ryan, skilled trades are essential to building and maintaining Canada's National Sprinkler Training Coordinator. place in the knowledge-based economy. It has a clear role in New UA Training Centres in Vancouver, Local 170, Edmonton, Local supporting interprovincial labour mobility in the skilled trades and 488, Saskatoon, Local 179, and St. Johns, Local 740 have opened in encouraging more Canadians to pursue apprenticeships to fulfill or will be opening their doors to provide enhanced training the growing needs for skilled tradespeople that is crucial to the opportunities for our sprinkler apprentices and journeymen. The sustained growth of the economy. dollars that have been contributed from the respective Locals, UA The Government of Canada must continue to support Canadian Training Trust Fund, and the National Sprinkler Industry apprenticeship with the provinces and territories through the Training Trust Fund is another clear demonstration of the UA Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA), which was commitment to training. Each training facility has included established more than 40 years ago. The CCDA is responsible for dedicated space and equipment providing their sprinklerfitter the administration of the Interprovincial Standards Red Seal membership a training environment and equipment to hone our Program which aims to facilitate the interprovincial mobility of crafts. Congratulations to everyone involved in these projects. skilled tradespeople by harmonizing trade requirements and In addition to the brick and mortar, six new UA Training Coordinators certification in 50 different trades. have come on board since late 2006. The learning curves for these The CCDA works with industry in the development of a skilled individuals is staggering, not to mention, "the show must go on" labour force and in the facilitation of labour mobility throughout throughout these transitions. I look forward to my continuing role Canada. This is achieved by: developing, implementing, and providing assistance in the ongoing development of sprinkler recognizing Red Seal occupations and credentials; promoting high training to the membership and strengthening working standards in occupational training; fostering harmonization in relationships. training among jurisdictions; and increasing public awareness of This year Canada will be hosting the Worlds Skills Apprenticeship apprenticeship training and certification. Human Resources and Competition held in in September 2009. The UA is a big Social Development Canada supports these efforts through its Red sponsor of this event and will have a prime location to showcase Seal Secretariat and sponsors a program, under the guidance of and promote the pipe trades. Sprinkler & Fire Protection has never the CCDA, to develop national occupational analyses, interprovincial been a part of this event, but, will be represented at the UA Booth. Red Seal examinations and a comparative overview of training programs. The UA Canadian Apprenticeship Skills Competition is being held at UA Local 170, Vancouver, British Columbia, April 30th, - May 2nd, Of late it has been stated that attempts by the government to water 2009. The sprinkler division of the contest has representatives from down or accept less than the current Red Seal Trade Mobility across Canada competing. The winner of the national event will Agreement requirements, are in the works. The United Association represent Canada in Ann Arbor, at the UA International of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Apprenticeship Skills Competition in August of this year. In the next Industry have suggested to their membership and rightfully so that issue of Casa Notes a full report will be provided. all lobby their politicians on the absolute necessity that Red Seal as it is remain the only qualification recognized and accepted as verification of trade qualification.

10 2nd Issue 2009 Casanotes REPORT National Marketing Report

Compatibility Program where you can find answers to your compatibility issues. The new 10 minute Fire Sprinkler Calling Cards are available for purchase from CASA for your use. These cards are branded with fire sprinkler messaging and users are forced to listen to a 17 second fire sprinkler message prior to using the card, for a cost of $1.00 per card you can purchase the cards and use them as an industry wide fire safety promotional item. Sean Pearce, National Marketing Manager For more information please visit http://www.casa- Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association firesprinkler.org/members/promo_cards/index.html for more information. There is a large component of this edition of CASA notes dedicated Our website has recently changed please take the time to surf it to our upcoming AGM. You will have recently received a copy of and provide feedback. The website is ever changing and evolving. the sponsorship document and I encourage all of you to look it over We are trying to make it as user friendly as possible while providing and decide if it is within your organizations ability to sponsor a you with access to the information you need. As you can see all of component of this year's event. We have incorporated many the information included in this report is elaborated or assessable different activities into the agenda and we will have a few surprises, on the web site and available for your review 24 hours a day. The but without your support and sponsorship this will be difficult to do. web site is your portal, to your association, please take the time to Please take a minute to review the sponsor document you have provide feedback and make requests for information you would like received or if you have not, please download it from the to find online. AGM page off the CASA web site. http://www.casa- We are currently developing a residential fire sprinkler package that firesprinkler.org/members/agm.html will be sent out for your review this package will become a CASA The group discount page is now up on the CASA website please specific package that builders and the public can use to access take advantage of the benefits membership with CASA now residential fire sprinkler system watch for an email in the coming provides, we have negotiated discounts with various organizations months. You will be asked to provide feedback on this package for your benefit, in some cases the more we use one of these before it is introduced nationally. The goal is to create a Home Fire providers the better the discount gets. Safety Package that all of our members can use when dealing with Visit the CASA web site for more information. http://www.casa- builders or the public this will allow us to have national continuity firesprinkler.org/members/corp_dis.html and concise messaging. The fire service public education kits have arrived if you have an For those of you that have not taken the time to read the NRC light opportunity to inform your local fire service please do so and direct weight Floor construction test please visit the CASA web site to them to the CASA web site to order this and other material they can download the report. Matt Osburn from our office is currently use in their fire safety public education campaigns. The kit is attending the second phase of these tests, one of which will include provided free of charge to all Canadian Fire Services. a sprinkled basement I believe that these results will be one of the http://www.casa-firesprinkler.org/emergency_services/index.html strongest pieces of evidence in the ongoing debate about the worth of fire sprinklers. The results from phase two are many months Mathew Kuwatch from Lubrizol was able to attend the April Ontario away but the results from phase one are very interesting and should Regional group meeting and spoke about compatibility issues with be shared with your community check our web site for the report CPVC. A video containing components of his presentation is and a draft press release you can use to send it out locally. available online on the codes and technical page of the CASA web http://www.casa-firesprinkler.org/members/nrc_report/index.html site. The one point that stood out in the presentation is that best practices, with regards to material handling use and installation, is The Member Focus section of CASA Notes is now a permanent critical in order to avoid any potential compatibility issues. component, please take the time to send me a 20 point overview Visit Lubrizol's web site for more information. of your organization so that we can focus on it in the coming issues. http://www.blazemaster.com This is your chance to talk about your achievements and goals and provide all of our member's information about your company and On the web site you will also find a link at the bottom right of the the services you provide. We will try to focus on companies that are page to sign up for training courses these courses are being offered celebrating a milestone one special event. Given that this may not across the and Canada. To the left of that link is the always be possible I would like to extend an open invitation to all system compatibility link that will take you to the Lubrizol System members to send in their information and photos for us to use.

Casanotes 2nd Issue 2009 11 REPORT Atlantic Regional Report

Ontario. Good luck to this team and the team from the West. The construction industry is still active in the Atlantic Region. It has been reported that the consultants are still busy is good news for the next quarter. There have been a number of trade's people returning home from Alberta. This has increased the available personel in the housing industry which will have a positive effect in some cases as it was hard to get some jobs completed on time. This includes carpenters, Joe Young, Atlantic Regional Manager electricians and other residential trades. Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association Just another reminder that Certification is coming up to the five year mark and certification certificates may need renewal, if you Atlantic Regional Group have not already done so. Our last Regional meeting was held in Moncton, New Brunswick, in Check out the C.A.S.A. web site and give us some feedback on the March. The members present re nominated Claude Melanson to new look. Click on For Members and get your registration package represent Atlantic Canada the Board of Directors and Claude for the AGM, which promises to be a great one and look forward to accepted. seeing you there. Congratulations to Jeremy Page from SunnyCorner and Paul Neate Next Regional Meeting will be held in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia on from Edwards two of the Canadian East team for the "Top Tech" May 13, 2009 @ 10:00 am. Competition. They are joined by Mike Powell from Vipond Fire in Continued on Page 20

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smoke alarms through the Wake Up! Get a working smoke alarm campaign. 2. Petition the Province to adopt a progressive, incremental approach to building code amendments to expand mandatory fire sprinkler regulations to high risk occupancies and residential buildings three storeys or less. 3. Communicate to the Province that the City supports Bill 72, which would authorize municipalities to pass by-laws requiring Sean Pearce, Ontario Regional Manager the installation of fire sprinkler systems in all new construction Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association including low-rise and single family dwellings. 4. Encourage homebuilders to offer sprinkler systems as options The Ontario regional group was fortunate to have Matthew Kuwatch in new home construction. from Lubrizol attend the meeting in April. Mathew gave a 5. Petition the Federal and Provincial governments to establish an presentation on some of the compatibility issues we have all heard incentive (e.g., rebate) program to encourage homebuilders and about concerning CPVC. A copy of Mathews DVD presentation will homeowners to install fire sprinklers. be up on the CASA website shortly, on the Codes and Technical page. The single most important message from Mathew’s presentation is Orillia, Muskoka Height Retirement Residence fire. This fire that best practices are critical when handling CPVC. Follow all of the occurred on January 19, 2009 and claimed the lives of two instructions and if you have any questions, check the Lubrizol individuals, eight more were hospitalized. The facility was home to website for direction. If that fails, call them and they can answer 23 residents. We are currently awaiting the second phase of the your concern directly. report from the Office of the Fire Marshall, the Fire Marshall's comments are promising in that they want to prevent this from Currently Bill 72 Has passed second reading and is awaiting happening again and that the OFM would support sprinklers in these committee hearing. This bill would give Ontario Municipalities the occupancies. "The OFM will take a comprehensive and thorough authority to legislate sprinkler bylaws in their municipalities. The approach in all aspects of this investigation," said Ontario Fire Bill will be lost if we as a group, do not lobby the government to bring Marshal Pat Burke. "This will take considerable time and resources; it forward. The legislature, through the house leader, decides which however, we will be working quickly to analyze what we have Bills go forward and it is currently at the discretion of the Premier as learned from this fire so that timely recommendations can be to the future of this Bill. Please visit the Ontario Regional Group web developed to improve public safety." site and download a copy of a letter to the Premiere’s Office requesting he bring this Bill forward to enhance life safety in the On April 7th 2009 the Canadian Concrete Masonry Producers province of Ontario. The Letter is a PDF which can be downloaded Association ran a press release promoting their materials as an and signed by you, please use the mailing address on the top of the answer to help reduce fire deaths and losses, within this press letter to send the letter to the Premiere. Without a coordinated effort, release they supported the recent law changes in Ontario for this bill will die and we will be starting over. Ottawa City Council residential sprinklers for buildings three stories and higher. They voted Tuesday April 7, 2009 to support this provincial Bill, which also quoted TV personality Mike Holmes saying, "I believe it's would allow municipalities to make sprinkler systems mandatory in possible to greatly improve the performance of materials in newly built homes. This motion will hopefully send a clear message construction in terms of fire resistance. Why not make a house that's to the Premiere’s office. A second letter has been drafted to your fire-resistant? That makes more sense to me than mandating fire local councilor and Mayor asking that they follow in the footsteps of sprinklers in residential construction." I have spoken with them and Ottawa and request that the Government pass Bill 72 and give our suggested that his position is not based on any fact and that most municipal governments the authority to make this decision for them. people that perish in a fire do so as a result of the injuries they Please download and print each letter and take the time to send receive due to the contents burning not the structure. It is imperative them to the Premiere and your local government officials. that whenever we speak about fire sprinklers we remember this fact. Fire sprinklers protect our families and our property by controlling or Ottawa Report Recommendations extinguishing a fire in its early stages, while it is a contents fire, and no building material can do that. That the Community and Protective Services Committee recommend that Council: Masonry products will however slow the spread of an uncontrolled fire and this is a good thing but not the only answer. 1. Approve that Ottawa Fire Services continue its commitment to maximizing the number of households equipped with working Continued on Page 25

Casanotes 2nd Issue 2009 13 REPORT Western Regional Report

Dan Solonynko, Western Regional Manager Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association

British Columbia The latest provincial government report indicates that residential, industrial and commercial building permits fell by 36.8%, 12.6% The dramatic down turn in the global financial situation has and 57.7% respectfully over the same month of the previous year. impacted the Province's 2008 construction employment boom. In January 2009 the average number of active drilling rigs declined Construction activity has been impacted across all sectors. The by 24.2% from January 2008 to 263, the lowest number since Residential and Residential/ Commercial sector has been hit the 1993. Exports also have fallen by 7.9%. Consumer and business hardest. Major projects have been put on hold or cancelled bankruptcies increased by 106.1% and 11.1% respectfully. indefinitely, and one should expect to see continued softness in The start of 2009 commenced with strong backlogs for the majority construction until consumer and investment confidence return. of sprinkler contractors however the severe changes in the The latest budget in B.C. features a stimulus package designed to economic climate may affect revenues and man hours going into boost the construction of basic infrastructure and cushion the the 3rd and 4th quarters. With this being a major concern to most province from the worst effects of the world economic recession. contractors, they are also starting to face a new set of issues such The stimulus package is to provide $14 billion to build and upgrade as trying to hold onto solid margins and fair payment terms as the housing, hospitals, schools, and roads. The main aim of the industry tightens. measure is to stimulate economic growth and create 88,000 jobs On a positive note Murray Pound of Gold Seal Homes, a home over the next three years. builder in Carstairs, Alberta is a huge advocate of residential Also on a positive note B.C. Hydro's aging infrastructure require sprinklers and is having fire sprinklers provided in every new home upgrades or replacing and these multi dollar contacts are a timely he builds. Gold Seal Homes held a media release for their opportunity for the fire protection contractors. sprinklered homes February 18th which aired on CTV and Global The B.C. Construction Association's perspective on the current News. economy is, it's about getting through the next 12 to 24 months. The I wish to acknowledge and thank C.A.S.A. Board Director Mike majority agree that the construction industry is going through a Farren for the provision of the content noted above. cycle and the history of cycles is just part of doing business in the industry. Manitoba/Saskatchewan I wish to acknowledge and thank C.A.S.A. Board Director Jamie Manitoba and Saskatchewan continue to have full employment McKenzie for the provision of the content noted above. within the sprinkler industry. The economic momentum continues to keep them the strongest provinces in the country as the worlds Alberta economic news has gone from bad to worse with no end to the Alberta's unemployment rate hit 4.4% due to 15,800 job losses in doom and gloom. November and December 2008. The Province is now expecting Manitoba is by no means immune to the global recession. Metal unemployment to increase from the 2008 average of 3.6% to 5.8% prices have turned to dirt, causing one mine to close and putting a in 2009.The outlook began to take on this look of gloom this past damper on the mining industry and the network that services it. fall with the start of a half-dozen multimillion dollar oil sands Credit has seized up, meaning funding of exploration, which had projects being delayed, scaled back or put on indefinite hold. quadrupled this decade will dwindle. Alberta's energy rich economy has tumbled into a recession and The businesses which have grown by supplying the skyrocketing the province is now projecting 15,000 job losses in the months ahead. Continued on Page 23

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C.A.S.A. Annual General Meeting Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello June 14-16

Best Practices Deliver in Uncertain Times | Workshop | Paul Johnson, Program Director | Bardane Inc. While current economic challenges pose more difficulties than usual, how is it that some people and their firms continue to exploit new opportunities? How do they generate adequate cash flow to sustain operations, while continuing to innovate with new ways to improve profitability, reduce operating risk and enhance customer satisfaction, regardless of market conditions? Fire Sprinkler Industry Best Practices (FSI) was developed to provide contractors and their employees with useful tools that improve performance and protect their balance sheets. This working session will demonstrate how leading practitioners are using Best Practices to thrive in uncertain times. The recession, how and when will it end? What can we expect on the other side? | Economic Update | Dr. Peter Andersen The global economy, developments in the United States and how Canada is performing will be discussed. There will be a close look at Canada's construction outlook and this will focus on both residential and non-residential construction. CPVC Fire Sprinkler Piping Systems Assuring the Integrity and Optimizing the Continued Performance Over Time | Workshop | Matthew Kuwatch, Global Marketing Manager | BlazeMaster CPVC Fire Sprinkler Systems Div. of Lubrizol Advanced Materials Inc. Learn what is needed to assess the chemical compatibility of construction ancillary products with CPVC fire sprinkler pipe and fittings. In the workshop you will learn: 1. the implications of incompatible ancillary products with CPVC pipe and fittings,

16 2nd Issue 2009 Casanotes 2. what kind of products have historically caused the most issues, 3. what to do if you have a perceived incompatibility issue, 4. what precautions can be taken, 5. what programs are currently in the market to address incompatibility, and 6. where you can access this information. This presentation will also highlight "best practices" for installation and maintenance of a CPVC fire sprinkler piping system. This will include featuring a recently produced best practices video. NFPA Update | Sean Tracey, P. Eng, MIFireE, Canadian Regional Manager | NFPA Sean Tracey will provide an update on NFPA activities of particular relevance to Canada. This shall include the new Fire Sprinkler Initiative, recent NFPA changes to the standards, and discussions with the Canadian Codes Centre on changes to sprinkler standards. Technical Update | Matthew Osburn, Codes & Technical Services Manager | C.A.S.A. Matthew Osburn will discuss the preliminary results of the ongoing fire research that CASA is presently participating with the NRC, as well as, provide an update on the status of the National Building & Fire Code, and Provincial Building & Fire Codes. CCA/CCDC Documents | Eric Lee, Senior Director of Industry Practices | Canadian Construction Association (CCA) Review and learn to familiarize yourself with the standard CCA (Canadian Construction Association) / CCDC (Canadian Construction Documents Committee) documents. In addition to an overall review of CCA/CCDC documents, this presentation will also focus on the evaluation and selection of the right contract form, and a checklist of critical contract provisions for trade contractors, e.g. payment, changes and flow-down provisions. Competition Bureau's New Environmental Claims Advertising Guidelines | Aaron Bown, Competition Law Officer, Fair Business Practices Branch (FPB) | Competition Bureau of Canada Topics will include, an overview of the Bureau, including laws enforced and legal context behind fines/penalties, Overview of the issue -- unsupported/general/vague environmental claims, overview of Environmental Guidelines, discussion on future education & enforcement on the matter, Questions & Answers period.

Social Evening - BBQ Dinner & Bonfire June 15, 6:00pm Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello Montebello, Quebec The social evening will begin on June 15th at 6:00 p.m. in the marquis tent, minutes walking distance from the Chateau Montebello. Dinner, will be a beautiful BBQ buffet, featuring chicken, steak and ribs accompanied by a salad bar, various side dishes and of course desserts. During dinner, we will be entertained by Les Grands Portage, voyageurs of the woods, playing music of the Ottawa Valley / Gatineau Folk Music. Once dinner is complete, we will take a short walk to enjoy a bonfire and some ‘campfire’ music. This will surely be a fun filled night to remember!

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Assure that your proposal is and standards, including NFPA, Building and Fire codes. Additionally RMS assists with the testing of sprinkler systems, fire accepted by the AHJ pumps, and water supplies, along with its assessment, and we offer By: Aires W. da Silva loss control recommendations for improvement where necessary. Ever since 1936, when the Canadian Underwriters Association (CUA) This works in conjunction with RMS' Fire Underwriters' Survey was established, the business of sprinkler plan review was an (FUS) department, which provides detailed analysis and grading of important factor of the underwriter report. In fact, plan review is individual municipality's equipment, water supplies and training the very first step in assuring that an appropriate fire protection protocols. system is installed. RMS - Risk Management Services, continuous RMS has highly qualified technical resources to provide you with a with this rich tradition of providing end-to-end fire protection variety of risk management oriented products and services. We analyses, which maintains the same practice of meticulous plan excel in a variety of consulting roles, such as course of construction, examination. building and fire codes, and standards. We also provide consulting By 1974, it had become apparent that the CUA had outlived its technical services to all levels of government: federal, provincial usefulness as a not-for-profit organization. In June of that year, CUA and municipal. members agreed to dissolve their 91 year-old organization. In short, the RMS Plan Review Program is an effective means of Following formal approval from the federal government, the identifying and reducing or eliminating potential risk exposures prior Insurers' Advisory Organization (IAO) replaced the CUA. The IAO to construction. continued to provide expertise in the field of fire protection, which Our services include compliance with: included the publication of the IAO Interpretative Guides, as well • Applicable NFPA Codes and Standards as technical reports and bulletins. • Your Provincial Fire Code In the last eight years, the IAO underwent three acquisitions, with CGI being the previous owners. In August 2008, The Shumka Group • Your Provincial Building Code (SCM), headquartered out of Edmonton, Alberta, officially acquired • The Canadian Electric Code CGI Risk Management Services. RMS is a wholly owned subsidiary and the evaluation of: of SCM, which brings innovative insurance and risk management solutions to the industry, with one of the broadest portfolios of • Sprinkler Design Criteria products, services and talent in the business. • Hydraulic Calculations As the successor of • Water Supplies Analyses, etc the IAO, Risk For more information, contact our Regional Offices at: Management Services (RMS) has • Atlantic 1-800-693-4528 emerged, once again • Quebec 1-800-263-5361 as the leading • Ontario 1-800-387-4356 provider of third party • Prairies 1-800-465-4264 inspection and engineering services for all types of properties. These services • Pacific 1-800-665-5661 range from relatively small buildings to large complex industrial Aires W. da Silva is a Senior Loss Control Specialist, having begun risks. Our organization offers an unsurpassed level of expertise in his career in 1968 as a field surveyor and draughtsman with the risk analysis, as well as the interpretation and application of fire CUA Plan Division in . Later as a field inspector, he continued protection codes and standards. RMS' technical solutions are his education into Special Risk and Fire Code evaluations. founded on a strong legacy of industry expertise. As a nationally Currently, he is involved in teaching and course development for the recognized key player in the insurance industry, RMS has offices School of Loss Control Technology, including courses on Building extending across all of Canada, serving a wide range of customers. Construction and NFPA fire codes and standards. He is also As the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for insurance rating involved with the National Technical Committee in RMS, along with purposes, and as an integral part of our loss control services, RMS consulting with a foreign nation on the implementation of NFPA provides full scale review of detailed fire protection proposals for standards into their protocols. 'acceptance', prior to construction. This is a valuable service, which assures the sprinkler designer, building owner and the insurer that the sprinkler installation will comply with current published codes

Casanotes 2nd Issue 2009 19 What’s New

Viking Introduces New Preaction Systems Continued from Page 6 Viking Corporation, a global leader in fire protection products and 5. Project and customer selection will be more important than services, is pleased to introduce its new G-4000P line of preaction ever before (well at least since the last major recession) as it systems. Built around Viking's innovative G-series deluge valve, relates to project financing, the customers ability to pay for the the Model G-4000P is available in single and double interlock work performed, and your rights under your provincial configurations as well as Viking's exclusive SureFire® fail safe Construction Lien Legislation to collect your receivables, all preaction system. while many companies declare bankruptcy or at least withhold These new preaction systems, which are cULus Listed and FM payment for extended periods of time. Approved, offer many design and installation advantages including 6. CASA members have built the industry's reputation to an simplified trim, reduced weight, and a compact size. Each system extremely high level through a small but tightly knit association is factory-tested and pre-assembled with complete preaction trim of professional contractors, performing high quality work, with assembled to the deluge valve. The water supply control valve, skilled office and field workforces, specializing in providing life switches, and a drain connection are also included. saving systems for Canadians at a fair market value. Let's not Additionally, a grooved section of galvanized piping discount our industry's importance and our reputation. is installed on top of the deluge valve to facilitate We will come through this economic down turn. installation and service. The question remains; When the recession is over, do we as The new G-series deluge valve's innovative design individual companies or in fact as an industry, want to start includes an internal check valve, thus eliminating rebuilding the values, ethics, price structure, competency, quality the need for a separate check valve in the system and public perception of the Fire Sprinkler Industry from the ground riser. Coated with a durable black E-coat, the new up, again? deluge valve has a pressure rating of 250 PSI (17.2 bar). There is no need to allow this to happen as long as our members Viking is a global leader in fire protection products and services. are willing to support these ideals and stay united through the tough The company's products and services are sold worldwide through times. an integrated distribution network. For more information on Viking's complete line of quality fire protection products, please visit I wish the best for all members in 2009. www.vikinggroupinc.com or call 800-968-9501. Continued from Page 12 CONTACT: Jeff Norton P: 269-945-8312 On the Lighter side [email protected] When I'm broke, I'm broke... Potter's Line of Manual Pull Stations A little old lady answered a knock on the door one day, only to Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC offers painted die cast housed be confronted by a well-dressed young man carrying a pull stations fitted with 14 gauge plated steel back plates set for vacuum cleaner. single gang mounting. These 10 AMP Snap Action Switch (S.P.S.T. ‘Good morning,' said the young man. 'If I could take a couple or S.P.D.T.) pull stations also come in Dual Action, Weather Proof, or of minutes of your time, I would like to demonstrate the very various colors for Special Applications. Potter's line of Manual Pull latest in high-powered vacuum cleaners.' Stations, which are manufactured with corrosion inhibited surfaces, 'Go away!' said the old lady. 'I'm broke and haven't got any can be used with or without a break glass rod with replacement money!' and she proceeded to close the door. requiring no special tools. Potter Manual Pull Stations are UL, ULC, Quick as a flash, the young man wedged his foot in the door CSFM and FM approved. and pushed it wide open. 'Don't be too hasty!' he said. 'Not Contact: until you have at least seen my demonstration.' And with that, Potter Electric he emptied a bucket of horse manure onto her hallway carpet. Signal Company, LLC If this vacuum cleaner does not remove all traces of this horse Phone: 800-325-3936 manure from your carpet, Madam, I will personally eat the Fax: 314-878-7264 remainder.' [email protected] The old lady stepped back and said, 'Well let me get you a fork www.pottersignal.com 'cause they cut off my electricity this morning.'

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Casanotes 2nd Issue 2009 21 Classic has grown and expanded over its twenty one years in business and now offers clients the following services: Member Focus • Fire Sprinkler Systems-design, installation, service • Special Hazard Fire Protection Services Classic Fire Protection 645 Garyray • Kitchen Wet and Dry Systems Drive, Toronto, Ontario M9L1P9 416- • Fire Alarm Systems 740-3000 www.classicfire.com • ULC Monitoring Systems Opening its doors in 1988 Classic Fire • Fire Extinguisher, Hose, Safety Equipment Protection celebrated its 20th • Residential Fire Sprinklers anniversary on March 14, 2008. Classic Fire protection operates from two locations in Southern • Fire Safety Plans Ontario and provides it customers with a single point of contact for • 24 Hour Emergency Service all of their fire protection sale, installation and service needs. • HVAC Services January of 2009 marked the start of a new full service Heating With this broad range of fire protection services customers have a Ventilation and Air Condition division that builds on the business plan single point of contact if they so choose and benefit from working of being a full service one stop provider for their clients. with a diversified company whose service people can work with Operating from a 24,000 square foot head office and a second colleagues on various systems to ensure work is completed correctly satellite office, Classic has not only been able to talk about being in a timely fashion. Classic Fire Protections Clients are the true full service, but they stand behind beneficiaries of a full service it with a maximum two hour company that provides multiple service turnaround time. They building systems services from a have been able to achieve this by single provider. To have your having a large dedicated company reviewed in the member workforce including 75 service focus area please contact National vehicles and a management team Marketing Manager, Sean Pearce that will run service calls to from C.A.S.A. spearce@casa- ensure client satisfaction. firesprinkler.org

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www.casa-firesprinkler.org [email protected] www.fairmont.com/montebello Continued from Page 14 home building sectors in the United States and Canada have clearly Let us all continue to do our best when the chips are down, stay suffered. The large forestry giant Tolko has stopped operations at its positive and continue to do good work with confidence in our great plant in The Pas until the economic situation improves. Housing industry. starts are projected to be down 15% for Manitoba and 24% for I wish to acknowledge and thank C.A.S.A. Board Director William Canada. Skromeda for his Manitoba/Saskatchewan report. Manitoba has many positive industries such as farm machinery manufacturer Buhler Industries which reported its most profitable quarter in 15 years. Aveos formally Air Canada Technical Services has hired 70 high paying aircraft maintenance technicians and still has to fill 30 more positions. Winpak Ltd. just Serving the reported its best quarterly earnings in five years and plans to double capital Automatic Fire Sprinkler Industry spending in 2009. The non-residential construction continues to be busy and SINCE 1978 projects like the new James Richardson Airport Terminal and Wuskwatim Hydro FPC/Fire Protection Contractor Dam are not going to stop before being LVSXEOLVKHGIRUWKHEHQH¿WRI completed. ¿UHSURWHFWLRQFRQWUDFWRUV   February        2006             $7 Saskatchewan's economic momentum    HQJLQHHUVGHVLJQHUVVSULQNOHU   continues with about 95% of all goods produced in the province directly ¿WWHUVDSSUHQWLFHVIDEULFDWRUV depends on its basic resources such as PDQXIDFWXUHUVDQGGLVWULEXWRUV grain, livestock, oil and gas, potash, RI¿UHSURWHFWLRQSURGXFWVXVHG uranium, and wood. In addition, the January 2009    $8            LQDXWRPDWLF¿UHVSULQNOHUV\VWHPV          individuals and firms involved in these )LUHVSULQNOHUFRQWUDFWRUVDQG industries make purchasing decisions Schools Sprinkler Classeswith Fire V\VWHPVGHVLJQHUVPDNHXSPRVW & T RENDS that drive the rest of the economy. In IN THE F IRE SPRINKLER 2008 wholesale trade in Saskatchewan RIRXUFLUFXODWLRQ5HDGHUVLQFOXGH INDUSTRY Pipe & Fittings increased by 16% compared to 2007. DUFKLWHFWVHQJLQHHUVIDEULFDWRUV 2008 Top Stories, 2009 Predictions also This was the highest percentage PDQXIDFWXUHUVVXSSOLHUVXQLRQV increase among the provinces by a ¿WWHUVXQLYHUVLWLHVOLEUDULHVHWF significant margin, above the national average of 2.8%. Construction sites in WRWDOLQJRYHUFDWHJRULHV Saskatchewan were very busy with Contact us for a sample copy. building permits totaling $ 2.2 billion in 2008, up 33% from 2007. Saskatchewan oil production is second Subscribe TODAY and only to Alberta and provides about 20% receive your FREE copy of all Canadian production. There is a lot of the 2008 Sprinkler under Saskatchewan's surface and Industry Directory! 2011 Directory will be mailed           many companies are exploring and in December 2010!           finding rich resources. Saskatchewan $89$89 FPC/Fire Protection Contractor supplies more than 33% of the world's potash. 550 High Street, Suite 220 Manitoba and Saskatchewan's economic Auburn, CA 95603 conditions may someday turn and we (530) 823-0706 will resume to the slow pace of growth Fax 530-823-6937 when boom times resume elsewhere, E-mail: [email protected] but it is amazing how well this diversified Website: www.fpcmag.com niche-oriented economy works when Fire Protection Contractor magazine’s everywhere else it's looking broken. 2008 Sprinkler Industry Directory Now accepting

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Continued from Page 13 Provincial Budget Highlights The biggest single change is the harmonization with the federal five per cent GST in July 2010, which the government says will improve the system's efficiency and be good for business. Small businesses will get a one-time sales tax credit worth a total of $400 million. An estimated 6.5 million individuals and families will get cash payments in 2010 and 2011. The payments will be a maximum of $1,000 for families and $300 for individuals. The payments will total $4.3 billion -- which is the amount Ottawa is giving Queen's Park in transitional funding. For business: • cutting the corporate income tax (CIT) rate on manufacturing and processing to 10 per cent from 12 per cent, effective July 1, 2010 • reducing the general CIT rate to 12 per cent by July 1, 2010 and to 10 per percent by 2013 exempting more small and medium- sized businesses from the Corporate Minimum Tax and cutting the rate for large businesses to 2.7 per cent from four per cent effective July 1, 2010. For more information please visit the Ontario region page on the casa web site.

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Whether you are seeking improvement in developing new business, looking for ways to more profitably execute booked work at lowest possible risk, or increase effectiveness in financial management and resource development, FSI Best Practices has tools and techniques that can help. Continued from Page 8 2) Except as required by Sentences (10) and (11), NFPA 13R, conclusion of a series of full scale burns that were conducted "Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies between 2005 and 2007 studying the effects on unprotected floor up to and Including Four Stories in Height," is permitted to be assemblies in a fire scenario. This report clearly highlights and used for the design, construction, installation and testing of an confirms the growing concern amongst fire professionals about the automatic sprinkler system installed in a building of residential new building materials being used in homes today, and their occupancy throughout, not more than 4 storeys in building performance in a fire scenario. Some of the key points of the height conforming to Articles 3.2.2.42. to 3.2.2.48 research are: 10) Notwithstanding the requirements of Sentence (2) regarding • New Floor Assembly Materials reached structural failure 35% the installation of automatic sprinkler systems, in buildings of to 60% quicker than the traditional solid wood joist. combustible construction, sprinklers shall be required in • Solid Wood Joist structural failure point was recorded a) porches and balconies, approximately just over the 12:00 minute mark from fire b) public corridors, ignition. c) stairs that are open and attached, • Other Floor Assemblies reached a structural failure point ranging from as low as 5:30 minutes to 8:15 minutes from fire d) attics and floor/ceiling spaces, ignition. e) penthouse equipment rooms, • Regardless of what floor assembly was being tested the time f) elevator machine rooms, frame for the occupant to safely evacuate the home was g) concealed spaces dedicated exclusively to and between 3:30 to 4:45 minutes, based on the location in the containing only dwelling unit ventilation equipment, home, and if certain doors were open or closed. h) crawl spaces, • In each test a working smoke alarm activated within the first 50 seconds of the fire ignition. i) closets or storage rooms on exterior balconies, and The results of the Fire Performance of House Phase 1 Report clearly j) other concealed spaces that are not used or intended highlights the importance for working smoke alarms to be installed for living purposes or storage and do not contain in every level of the home to provide early warning for building fuel-fired appliances. occupants. 11) A concealed space mentioned in Sentence (10) need not The report also clearly demonstrates the need to look at alternative require sprinkler protection provided the concealed space means to extend the time frame for structural failure, and more meets one of the criteria described in Clause 8.14.1.2. of NFPA importantly extending the time available for building occupants to 13, "Installation of Sprinkler Systems." safely evacuate the home. While this new change is quite significant, I believe the impact on Residential Sprinkler Systems are the only system currently the actual amount of buildings will be quite small. Essentially the available that can address both of these needs. A residential fire only buildings that will be affected will be a multi-family residential sprinkler system can activate at the early stages of the fire, thus building up to four-storey built with combustible construction. containing and limiting the growth of the fire. We believe this result For more information and to review the changes to the Alberta will allow more time for the building occupants to safely evacuate Building and Fire Code please visit the following links; the home, and will protect and extend the integrity of the floor Summary of Changes assembly until the fire department can arrive at the scene. http://www.municipalaffairs.gov.ab.ca/documents/ss/Summary_ For more information please contact the CASA office, or to review of_codes.pdf the complete NRC Fire Performance of House Phase 1 -Study of Changes to Building Code Unprotected Floor Assemblies in a Basement Fire Scenario please http://www.municipalaffairs.gov.ab.ca/documents/ss/LetterandPa visit the following web link ckage17MAR09.pdf http://irc.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/pubs/rr/rr252/ Changes to Fire Code http://www.municipalaffairs.gov.ab.ca/documents/ss/LetterandPa ckage19MAR09.pdf NRC Releases Fire Performance of Houses Phase 1 Report In December 2008 the Report on Fire Performance of Houses Phase 1 -Study of Unprotected Floor Assemblies in a Basement Fire Scenario was released to the general public. This report is the

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