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The Latest News from CAM - The Construction Association of Michigan
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 CAM Legislative Breakfast - September 23rd - Register Now
Meet your legislators in this election year 2016. Participate in a panel discussion including topics such as the political climate in Lansing during the past year and a look into the future; an in-depth look at construction industry-related issues; a unique opportunity to let your voice be heard.
Invited legislators include Mike Kowall (R), Aric Nesbitt (R), Jim Ananich (D), and Tim Greimel (D).
Cost is $50 per person and includes a full, plated breakfast.
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CAMTEC and MAOEC Sign Agreement
CAMTEC, the training and education center of the Construction Association of Michigan (CAM), is pleased to announce that it has signed a formal agreement with the Mid-America OSHA Education Center (MAOEC) to serve as a host site offering OSHA-authorized courses. This allows CAMTEC to increase its safety-related course offerings for the 2016-2017 training cycle by adding 22 OSHA-authorized courses, including the OSHA 500 and 501 trainer courses for construction and general industry.
Participants in the program will be able to pursue the Safety Professional Certificate Program that is offered through the Mid-America OSHA Education Center, allowing them to be recognized by their peers as having achieved a superior safety education.
For a complete list of the CAMTEC course offerings for the 2016-2017 training cycle, please visit the
CAMTEC Courses webpage. For additional information on the Mid-America OSHA Education Center or the Safety Professional Certificate Program, visit their website at
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Contractors Needed for Marine Memorial
On September 11, 2014 a group of Marines and contractors broke ground on Phase I of a memorial in Chesterfield Township to honor the fallen of the 1st Battalion, 24th Marines.
Progress has been made, but help has since run out, and the project is not being completed as planned.
Any CAM Member company willing to donate volunteer workers or materials to help complete this worthy project will be greatly appreciated!
The immediate need is for stone masons, but as the project progresses, they will need excavators, landscapers, equipment operators, etc., plus monetary donations.
Anyone willing to help, please click here for more information. Thank you!
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CAMTEC's Upcoming Classes
Thank you for supporting continuing education in the construction industry! Please see the links below for upcoming class information, cost, and registration. If you need further assistance, contact
Diane Sawinski at CAM (248) 972-1133.
Top 10 Contract Terms
September 22-7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
Although there are many different types of contract and subcontract forms used throughout the construction industry, there are some key terms that are consistently found. What are these key terms, such as "pay when paid" and "no damages for delay," and how can I negotiate or modify them to protect my interest? This workshop is for Owners, Contractors, Subcontractors and Suppliers, and will be presented in plain English and with no legalese. Even if a lawyer reviews your contract, you must still understand these key terms.
Part 10: Lifting & Digging Equipment: Construction Cranes & Rigging
September 27 - 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
This course will review the MIOSHA regulations found in Part 10, Lifting and Digging. Rules regarding crane assembly and disassembly, inspections, safe operation, power line safety, and required training, certifications and qualifications will be covered. The course will describe current best practices and regulatory changes with emphasis on recognizing hazards and complying with the 2012 revision to the Part 10 standard.
Mitigating Contract Risk
September 28 - 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Construction contracts often contain risk-shifting clauses that must either be negotiated out of the agreement or, if they cannot be negotiated, notes as an important requirement and followed by the project team. This class identifies the most common risk-shifting clauses and presents strategies for negotiating over, mitigating, and managing them.
Stay in Control of Your Sales with Sales Coaches Corner
September 30 - 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Sales Coach Dave Tear of Sales Coaches' Corner provides high-energy sales training and coaching. This class runs twice per month for six months. The class covers: prospecting, qualifying questions, relationship-building, referrals & introductions, negotiating, price pushback, handling other objections & much more. Participants will also get one-on-one sales coaching with Dave Tear on as-needed basis.
Construction Liens: Private Projects
October 4 - 7:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
This is a fast-paced nuts and bolts workshop on how to establish a construction lien for contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers on commercial, industrial, office, and residential projects. Learn how to prevent liens if you are an owner or a general contractor. Learn the critical time periods and how to fill out the notice of furnishing, claim of lien, sworn statement, lien waiver, and other necessary forms. In these challenging times, when getting paid is so important, this workshop is a must for owners, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Click here for more information and to register.
Other Classes in October:
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CAM Member Benefit - CAM Buyers Guide
The 2017 Construction Buyers Guide is in production! Now is the time to update your contract and leverage this powerful member benefit.
As a CAM Member in good standing, your company automatically receives a free listing in the yellow, alphabetical section of the 2017 Buyers Guide. Distributed to more than 6,000 people in the industry and available
online
, it's a great way for people to find you when they know who they are looking for... but without a classified listing, how will NEW customers find you?
For less than $35, you can add your company name and contact information in a classified section of the 2017 Buyers Guide. It's a great affordable way to advertise your company! Simply write your preferred heading, i.e. "Electrical" or "Landscape Materials" etc. on the contract you receive in the mail, return it to us by October 15th, and we will bill you in January 2017.
The first mailing of contracts has been sent! Please complete and return your contract no later than Friday, October 14th to the CAM Buyers Guide Office, Attn: Mary Carabott.
For more information or questions about the 2017 CAM Buyers Guide, contact us at (248) 972-1000.
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CAM Connect - Downtown Detroit Tour
Recently, Detroit has been gaining more and more attention from the media, business leaders, and community organizations - both nationally and around the world. We are extending an invite for you to witness downtown Detroit's renaissance for yourself and to learn more about the effort to revitalize the Central Business District into a vibrant, urban core. Textbooks will be written on the "Detroit Story," and you will be AMAZED with what you'll see!
Join CAM Connect at One Campus Martius (Compuware) Atrium at 1pm on Tuesday, November 22nd for a 2-hour walking tour. Highlights include:
- One Campus Martius (former Compuware Building) - Headquarters to Quicken Loans, Bedrock, and Meridian Health, and a phenomenal overview of the vision.
- First National Building - Showcasing the renovation of old, historic buildings complete with "destination-type" retail.
- Chase Tower (The Qube) - The heartbeat of the Quicken Loans' operations, upbeat and full of energy.
- Chrysler House - Home of dPOP!, the creative team that makes fun and collaborative space.
- Woodward Developments - Highlighting the plan to fill the streets with fun and unique retail that cannot be found in the suburbs.
- M@dison Building - The tech incubator featuring Detroit Venture Partners, whose mission is to foster tech startups to become successful.
Click here to RSVP for this free networking event.
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WCSX Hardhat Challenge 2016 - Rescheduled to September 24th
CAM is a sponsor of this event, to be held on Saturday, September 24th at Heritage Park in Taylor. The Hardhat Challenge is designed to celebrate the American worker and build camaraderie between the unions, construction companies, vocational schools, and more.
It will be a tournament style challenge where teams will compete with each other on different hardhat games to see which team is the best. The winning team will get a trophy, gift certificates for the entire crew, and of course bragging rights!
BRING YOUR RESUME -
On-site career fair with local unions and union job opportunities.
ALSO -
Food Vendors,
Games,
Beer Tent,
Exhibitors, and more.
To register your team and for complete event information, click here.
Come show us what you've got!!
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2016 CAM Events - Mark these Dates on Your Calendar!
September 19 - CAM Golf Outing - Wyndgate Country Club
September 20 - CAM Fall Sporting Clays - Hunters Creek Club
September 23 - CAM Legislative Breakfast
December 7 - CAM / ASSE Safety Leadership Conference
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COMING UP IN
CAM MAGAZINE
November 2016
- Metals / Steel
- Restaurant Construction
Advertising deadline Sept. 30
December 2016
- Concrete
- Company Milestone Anniversaries (2016-17)
- Michigan Construction Outlook 2017
Advertising deadline Oct. 21
January 2017
- CAM Tradeshow Issue
- Tools
Advertising deadline Nov. 18
February 2017
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Construction Safety
- Lifting Equipment / Cranes
Advertising deadline Dec. 16
March 2017
- "Green Issue"
- Landscaping
- Environmental
Advertising deadline Jan. 27
April 2017
- Masonry
- Building Integration
- CAM Annual Report
Advertising deadline Feb. 24
May 2017
- Renovation / Restoration
- Site Work
Advertising deadline Mar. 24
June 2017
- Glass / Glazing
- Roofing
Advertising deadline Apr. 28
July 2017
- Mechanical
- Industrial Construction
Advertising deadline May 26
August 2017
- Construction Law
- Concrete
Advertising deadline June 23
September 2017
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Insurance / Bonding
- Demolition
Advertising deadline July 28
October 2017
- "Special Issue" - Construction 2017
Advertising deadline Aug. 25
November 2017
- Metals / Steel
- Electrical
Advertising deadline Sept. 22
December 2017
- The Rise of District Detroit
- Interiors / Finishes
- Michigan Construction Outlook 2018
Advertising deadline Oct. 20
For advertising sales
and information contact Roy Jones at (248) 972-1115 or e-mail:
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