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Several testing events for Certified Fence Contractor, Certified Gate Automation Designer, and Certified Gate Automation Technician exams are scheduled for the next few months, including the following:
• November 5 – Arlington, TX (AFA University)
• November 13 – Arlington, TX (AFA University)
• February 16 –17, 2022 – New Orleans (FENCETECH 2022)
All current candidates, including those looking to retake an exam, are welcome to register for any of these testing events. Currently there is no fee for retakes. ACI is accepting applications for test sites across the country. If you have more than five candidates in your area who wish to test and a facility that meets ACI’s requirements, we encourage you to apply. There is no cost to host a test site if you meet the minimum requirements. Test site details and the application are available at https://acieducation.org/test_sites.
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The early bird deadline to register for AFA University is approaching – complete your registration on or before September 30 and save $50 off your registration! This year, AFA is offering five different schools for you to choose from. • Fence Installation School (October 30 – November 6) • Fence Contractor Business School (October 31 – November 6) • ALL NEW Operations Manager School (October 31 – November 6) • Gate Automation Technician School (November 7 – 13) • Gate Automation Designer School (November 10 – 13) ACI will also offer certification testing on Friday, November 5 and Friday, November 12. Groups of three or more attendees from the same company receive a 10% discount on registration – contact sara@americanfenceassociation.com for the promo code. Click here to register today!
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The CFCA and Pacific Northwest Chapters hosted the West Coast Fence Show September 9-11 with close to 600 attendees. The two-day event included education and tradeshow time with fencing, deck, railing, perimeter security & access control exhibitors. The schedule was packed with fun, learning, and networking opportunities. Save the date for September 5-8, 2024, for the next West Coast Fence Show!
 
 
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 The Northern Ohio Chapter had its annual Sporting Clay Shoot on September 3 at Hill N’ Dale Club in Medina, Ohio. Homeland Vinyl was this year’s main sponsor for the event. Veka Outdoor Living Products was the cart sponsor, and after the shoot, everyone gathered in the Richards Fence Pavilion for a delicious steak dinner. Clinton Kalinich hosted a Chapter meeting after the dinner with a vendor update from the vinyl, chain link, wood, ornamental and gate operator markets.
Everyone enjoyed the “Cooler of Cheer” from FIX-A-Fence. The chapter's 50/50 raised over $100 dollars for the Mission fund, which will be put toward participation in mission events at FENCETECH 2022.
This year’s station sponsors included: Controlled Products, Kalinich Fence, LMT, Wood Defender, Wheatland Tube, Ameristar, and Gregory Industries.
Save the date for next year's clay shoot on September 23rd, 2022.
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AFA University October 30-November 13 Arlington, TX
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 Tuesday, October 5 – Intro to Fence Contractor Business School
This one-day overview offers high-level information about how to run a successful fence contracting company that covers marketing, advertising and sales, estimating and bidding, insurance and legal issues, accounting and corporate structure, OSHA compliance and safety management, and UL 325 and ASTM F2200. All attendees will receive the full FCBS business manual onsite.
Register here.
Wednesday, October 6 – Intro to Gate Automation Technician School
This day-long preview will offer hands-on instruction in installing an automatic gate for individuals interested in diversifying their fence business and getting into gate automation. All attendees will receive the full GATS training manual onsite. (Pad will be pre-poured and gate will already be hung; this is for operator training only.)
Register here.
Please note these two courses are introductions to the course material covered in the full weeklong schools, so they will not cover all material in the books. They are meant to provide basic knowledge and an overview of what is taught in detail in the full school.
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Past President Nate Levine, born January 27th, 1927, passed away August 3rd at the age of 94. He is survived by his wife Judy, their children and grandchildren.
Nate served as an AFA Director from 1988 to 1997, AFA Treasurer from 1995 to 1997, and AFA President 1996/1997, followed by Immediate Past President. Nate is a recipient of AFA's Distinguished Service Award and was inducted into the AFA Hall of Fame in 2012. He served his association on multiple committees, including six different FENCETECH committees.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made on behalf of Nate to The Red Sox Foundation or a charity of your choice. Please join us in keeping Ms. Judy and the family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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Billy Roy (BR) Haynes, loving husband, father and second-generation president of Little Beaver Inc. passed away Saturday, March 13, 2021 at the age of 94 surrounded by his family in Livingston, Texas.
BR’s passion and life’s work were in the family business, but he had a diverse range of interests and experiences at the heart of which was service of fellow citizens and country. BR Haynes was born on October 2, 1926 in Livingston, Texas to Newman & Lillian (Peebles) Haynes. He grew up in Livingston and graduated high school in 1943. He briefly attended Texas A&M University, but soon left to join the war effort in World War II. He enlisted in the U.S. Merchant Marines and served in the European theater delivering material to England, Italy and Russia. After returning to Livingston, he worked as a golf pro at a private golf course before finally joining the family business, Haynes Manufacturing Co. (now Little Beaver, Inc.) with his father.
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AFA extends its thanks to the following members who have recently joined the association as first-time members. Welcome to the AFA family!
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AFA extends its thanks to the following members who have recently renewed their existing membership or celebrated membership anniversaries with the association. We're glad you're part of the AFA family!
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We are pleased to announce our newest supplier program with Ariat Crew. As you know, Ariat provides quality work wear with both work boots as well as work apparel. Now you and your staff can take advantage of preferred pricing through our Member Savings Program.
There are a few ways to set your team up with Ariat Crew company apparel.
Group Buy: Order apparel and footwear for your whole crew and save.
Approved Company Spend: You set the budget, and let your crew do the shopping.
Shoppable Catalog: A custom shoppable catalog from which your crew can place their own orders.
Your dedicated account manager can also help you customize apparel with your company logo.
Register here to start saving with Ariat Crew.
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