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S Davis
S Davis Member Posts: 491
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How many of you guy's are members of the Radiant Panel Association , do you find it worthwhile?
If so for what reasons.

Thank's

S Davis


Apex Radiant Heating

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  • Dave Yates (PAH)
    Dave Yates (PAH) Member Posts: 2,162
    We are

    education, fellowship, fun, exposure to innovations, help from peers, critique from peers, networking with product manufacturers....

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  • Weezbo
    Weezbo Member Posts: 6,232
    Hmmm....

    Any luck with the GUAN SHI "networking" with the Manufacturers? if so i might join as a dirt cheap member:)I harrass the lot of them best i can from alaska:)
  • Mike Kraft_2
    Mike Kraft_2 Member Posts: 398
    and

    anybody who can pay can join!

    cheese
  • Wayco Wayne_2
    Wayco Wayne_2 Member Posts: 2,479
    The Washington DC

    branch of the RPA has been a great resource for me and other wetheds in the area. I always meet someone and learn something at the dinner meetings, not to mention drinks Dinner, and dessert. My favorite trio. Membership pays you back and is very worth the moola paid to join. WW

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  • John Felciano
    John Felciano Member Posts: 411
    RPA

    I've been a member for six years and the RPA has been a great source of education.If you join plan on attending the national conferance.It is the best place to network with other contractors from around the country and attend some very informal seminars.

    The RPA has some great programs like their certified installer and designer certifications.The system showcase competition.And a monthly publication.

    If your serious about radiant heat you NEED to belong.The cost of membership is worth every penny.
  • hr
    hr Member Posts: 6,106
    Depends on what you are

    looking for :) I feel there is plenty of value for a contractor.

    The educational material is first class, available via classroom or DVD for home study.

    The newsletter always has good info and opinions.

    The get togethers are always fun, and the local chapters are putting a more focused spin on the group allowing discussion on all sorts of things specfic to your area, and in a smaller more personal setting. A good way to meet "like" thinkers.

    As with any association your input and participation is always welcomed.

    Love to have ya, it's a very affordable group to belong to. Is there a chapter in your area? Maybe attend as a guest to get a feel.

    hot rod

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  • Unknown
    Unknown
    true membership is open but

    Not just anyone gets certified *cough* *cough* ;)

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  • S Davis
    S Davis Member Posts: 491
    RPA

    Well it looks like the closest chapter is in Berkeley CA. none in the north west.

    S Davis


    Apex Radiant Heating
  • S Davis
    S Davis Member Posts: 491
    Product

    Weezbo,

    It sounds like you have a hard time getting material up in alaska, where abouts are you, I am 60 miles north of seattle and about 60 miles south of the Canadian border, maybe I could help you get some things, Taco mixing Block etc. the supply houses around here are pretty good about stocking new product.
    Let me know.

    S Davis


    Apex Radiant Heating
  • Dan Foley
    Dan Foley Member Posts: 1,265
    RPA

    I have been a member of the RPA since the beginning. It has been one of the best investments I have made.

    The RPA offers first rate training and some of the best publications available. I use the radiant flooring guide on a regular basis with my GC and homeowner customers.

    I was involved with starting the Washington, DC chapter with the help of Jeff Riley, Wayco Wayne and several others. In one short year we have had Dan Holohan, Gary Hayden, Ted Lowe, John Siegenthaler, Dave Yates, and Robert Bean as guest speakers. I would match that line up against any in the business.

    By far, I would place the greatest value on the contacts and friendships made in this industry over the years. I know that whatever challenge I face in my business, I will know someone who can be of help. Likewise, I also share my knowledge and resources with my fellow contractors and industry members.

    If you earn your living in the radiant business, why would you not support your industry association? -DF

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