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12 • JUNE 2015 • WORLD FENCE NEWS Visit Logical Decisions at www.ldi.com Your Gate Operator Specialist Find us on The American Fence Association (AFA) has announced a name change for its Fence Industry Week to AFA University. The program will include the same schools and content as Fence Industry Week, and will be held Nov. 1-13, 2015 in Fort Worth, Tex. AFA University's comprehensive schools, certifications and training programs offer opportunities to im- prove skills, advance careers, and be recognized for commitment to profes- sional growth, the association stated, adding that "the purpose of AFA Uni- versity's education and certification programs is to enable individuals in the fence and access control industry to demonstrate a high level of pro- fessionalism and further differentiate themselves in today's highly compet- itive marketplace. "When doing business with AFA- trained professionals, customers can be assured that the work will be done properly and in accordance with cur- rent standards and best practices. AFA offers courses and certifications in all subject areas of the fence and access control industry, covering sales, de- sign, installation and more – so there's something for everyone, from rookie installers to company owners." The schools include: • Automated Gate Systems De- sign School (AGSD), Nov. 1-3, 2015 • Operator Installer School (OIS), Nov. 1-6, 2015 • Sales Training School (STS), Nov. 8-10, 2015 • Fence Installation School (FIS), Nov. 8-13, 2015 Additional options include: • First aid & CPR training, Nov. 2 & 3, 2015 • CAGSD exam, Nov. 3, 2015 • CAGOI exam, Nov. 6, 2015 • Certified Fence Professional (CFP) exam, Nov. 11, 2015 Members of the International Door Association (IDA), the National Ornamental & Miscellaneous Metals Association (NOMMA) and the Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA) may register at AFA member rates. AFA University is extending a registration special of a 10% discount for one attendee, 20% for two attend- ees, and 30% for three or more stu- dents to the AFA University schools. The offer is available through Oct. 1, 2015, AFA said. The location of AFA University is the American Airlines Training and Conference Center, 4501 Highway 360 South, Fort Worth, Tex. AFA's Fence Industry Week has a new name Study forecasts demand growth in U.S. fence market CLEVELAND — A study pub- lished by The Freedonia Group – Fencing – and now available for sale forecasts that the demand for fencing in the U.S. should expand 7 percent per year to $9 billion in 2018, total- ing 875 million linear feet. Advances will be spurred by a rebound in build- ing construction spending from a low 2013 base, the study predicts. In addition to the lift in demand caused by the construction and remod- eling of buildings, growth will also be boosted by increasing consumer inter- est in such high-value fencing mate- rials as ornamental metal and plastic and composite lumber. Many consumers are opting for fences made from these materials be- cause of their ability to improve the appearance and value of the proper- ties that the fences are installed on, the study stated. Demand for fencing in the largest market — residential construction — is forecast to rise at an above-average pace through 2018, fueled by a strong rebound in housing completions. The residential improvement and repair segment will further support demand advances as homeowners who put off or canceled home im- provement projects during the 2007- 2009 recession and its aftermath un- dertake such projects going forward. For information or to purchase the study, visit www.freedoniagroup.com. ATTENTION WHOLESALERS! 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