New Classes for EXPO!
Friday, 8:30am - 10:00am
What Retailers Need to Know about NSPS
1.5 Elective CEUs
The New Source Performance Standard (NSPS) for residential wood heaters was last revised in 1988 and is way over due for revision so the U.S. EPA is starting the process. The standard is expected to be broadened to include other residential solid-fuel devices such as hydronic heaters, masonry heaters and pellet stoves. And while this entire revision process may take two to five years to complete, substantial changes in products and business practices require early information and preparation.
Friday, 10:30am-12:00pm
Catalytic Appliances Past, Present & Future Role in Renewable Energy
1.5 Technical CEUs
Panel: Moderator: Chris Neufeld, Catalytic Hearth Coalition (CHC)Panelists: Mr. Matt Daniels, Sud Chemie Prototech; Mr. Kent Severins, The Woodway, Mr. Paul Tiegs, OMNI Test Laboratories, Inc.; Mr. Tom Morrissey, Woodstock Soapstone; Mr. Jerry Glenn, Buck Stove Corporation As the EPA reviews the current NSPS, the role of catalytic appliances will be expanding.This course will provide a history and lessons learned about catalytic appliances. Learn the critical elements and designs necessary to provide your customers the best in durable & dependable catalytic wood stoves. A panel of experts from across the hearth industry will be on hand to provide answers to what will certainly be a lively session. A drawing will be conducted at the end of the course and a free Blaze King stove will be awarded as well as other gifts for those in attendance. Participants will learn:
- How a combustor is built
- Advanced concepts of combustor technology
- Essential elements to durability In design
- Highlights of the recent OMNI Environmental Lab Study on Longevity
- About CHC Guidelines & Assurance Program
Friday, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
EPA's Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Program - Why You REALLY Need to Know the IMPACT of this Lead Paint Rule on Your Retail/Installation Business
1.5 Elective CEUs
EPA is issuing a final rule under the authority of section 402(c)(3) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to address lead-based paint hazards created by renovation, repair, and painting activities that disturb lead-based paint in target housing and child-occupied facilities. The new rule proposes to eliminate a provision that exempted some housing from the rule's requirement that contractors be trained and certified and use lead-safe work practices when renovating, repairing or painting a pre-1978 home. With the deadline (April 22, 2010) fast approaching for remodelers and other contractors to be trained and certified in lead-safe work practices, now is the time to prepare your company.
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