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52 • MARCH 2014 • WORLD FENCE NEWS R Waymark Products, LLC. 3851 Revere St, Denver, CO 80239 Toll Free: 877.652.6118 sales@waymarkproducts.com www.waymarkproducts.com THE SIMPLE IDEA OF EMBRACING CHANGE COMES FROM THE SINGLE DRIVING FORCE IN BUSINESS; SUCCESS. PARTNER WITH US TO INCREASE YOUR PROFIT MARGINS AND JOB EFFICIENCY. Waypoint Solar Lighting: Our customers earn an average of $12.50 more by selling a solar light over the traditional pyramid cap option. Summit ™ Post Mount: Our innovative socket system allows for an easier way to level posts while providing a more stable base without shims. The quick level socket takes the constant adjustment to the base of the mount out of the equation, allowing for a stronger connection and a faster installation time. STOP BY BOOTH 865 AT FENCETECH TO SEE OUR NEW PRODUCTS! Fence Industry Week is perfect time to review and take certification exams AFA's certifications provide the technical skills and depth of knowl- edge required for professionals to stand out in today's job market, while enabling a competitive advantage for their employers. Certifications are de- veloped to rigorous standards and best practices recognized nationally and throughout the industry. Encourage your staff to achieve certification. It is an investment in your staff's professional development, in your facility's commitment to your community and industry, and in your company image that you meet and ex- ceed industry standards. Here are the scheduled exams and reviews: • Certified Automated Gate Oper- ator Installer (CAGOI). Review: Thursday, March 6, 1 p.m.–2:45 p.m. Exam: Thursday, March 6, 3 p.m.–5 p.m. When properly specified and in- stalled, gate systems need to provide the security level anticipated by the customer; but they must do so in a safe and reliable manner. The purpose of this program is to promote the safety awareness and pro- fessionalism of the gate operator in- stallers. This designation has specific eligibility requirements prior to sitting for the exam. The Institute of Door Dealer Edu- cation and Accreditation (IDEA) is the certifying body. To review program literature, apply and register for this certification exam, visit www.dooreducation.com. • Certified Fence Professional (CFP). Exam: Thursday, March 6, 1 p.m.–5 p.m. The CFP designation recognizes individuals who have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to quality and improving standards within the fence industry. It is designed for manufacturers, suppliers, owners, project managers, estimators and office personnel to ac- quire a good understanding of specifi- cations, material standards and installation techniques that help assure a first-class product for the customer. Re-certification is required on a three-year interval with a point system and minimum continuing education requirement. Download the required application at americanfenceassocia- tion.com/cfp/index.aspx or call 800- 822-4342 for a faxed copy. A complete study guide with prac- tice tests that help identify strengths and weaknesses will be sent immedi- ately after you apply. Members, $345 and non-members, $695. • Automated Gate Systems De- signer (AGSD). Day 1 – Tuesday, March 4, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Day 2– Wednesday, March 5, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Presenter: AFA Automated Gate Systems Designer School instructors. This two-day course will cover the essential subjects needed to properly design an automated gate operator sys- tem in compliance with all automated gate and gate operator standards. Starting with which type of gate and gate operator will best suit an ap- plication and continuing through final Last minute FENCETECH2014 update! continued on page 54 Custom Gate Systems Vertical Lift • Swing • Slide • Pedestrian Beautiful! Efficient! Unique! Full system capability • Standard electric or solar power Easy to install! We can ship anywhere in the U.S. (incl. AL & HI) as well as Canada! Call or e-mail us for your free quote today. 800-704-2837 nelsbloom@msn.com • www.rsigate.com If your customer can dream it, we can build it!