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26 | July/August 2023 News & Trends Continued from previous page NADCA Hosts Fall Tech Event in Texas The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) — also known as the HVAC In- spection, Cleaning, and Restoration Asso- ciation — will hold its 2023 Fall Technical Conference will take place September 7-9 at the Embassy Suites in Grapevine, Texas, just outside of Dallas NADCA's Fall Technical Conference is an annual event that provides education to air duct cleaning technicians throughout ev- ery stage of their careers. It features hands- on training that immerses attendees into real-world scenarios to develop practical expertise and skills. Technicians will work with tools, equipment, and technologies specific to the HAC cleaning, inspection, and restoration industry. "What's special about Fall Tech is that at- tendees learn by doing. This conference en- courages technicians to roll up their sleeves and get actively involved in the learning process by working directly with the tools, equipment, and technologies that are used daily in our industry," said Jodi Araujo, CEM, NADCA's Chief Executive Officer. "With hands-on training, technicians dive right into the action, and develop expertise and technical skills that can be applied directly to day-to-day job tasks." "Attendees also will experience our al- ways-popular virtual reality training," Araujo continued. "Technicians can put on a head- set and virtually enter a mechanical room in a commercial facility or an environment typ- ical of a residential setting, effectively gaining another great experience to fine-tune their skills and learn new tips and tricks they can take back to the jobsite." In addition, technicians seeking Air Systems Cleaning Specialist (ASCS) or Certified entilation Inspector (CI) certi- fications will have the opportunity to partic- ipate in the pre-conference training course and take the exam for both certifications on-site. It's one of the most convenient and practical ways to get certified. The event also will offer a robust educa- tional program, with sessions led by indus- try experts. Advanced Track Sessions: • Combustible Dust: What to Look for and How to Manage Hazards • HVAC System Inspections and As- sessments • Air Handler Restoration and Main- tenance • Having Industrial Hygienists on Your Side (Panel Discussion) • Client Acquisition and Customer De- velopment Technician Track Sessions: • HVAC 101: Residential Systems • HVAC 101: Commercial Systems • Customer Service • Safety in HVAC System Work General Sessions: • Damage Control: How to Make the Best of Bad Situations • Tech Talk Panel: A Discussion on the Latest Trends in Technology and Gear • Ask the Expert Panel: General or Specific Questions Answered by Ex- perts • Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Working Together Makes Everyone Better "NADCA's Fall Technical Conference is known for dynamic and interactive train- ing sessions," Araujo said. "It's an incredible opportunity to actively and collaboratively engage with the subject matter and learn to put theory into practice while gaining valu- able experience along the way." Exhibits are an integral part of a com- plete educational experience, and the new- est and most innovative products will be on display at this year's conference. Exhibits will feature an assortment of products, equip- ment, and services provided by leading sup- pliers of the HVAC inspection, cleaning, and restoration industry. To register or learn more about the event, including a detailed programa- genda, visit https://nadca.com/fall-tech/ 2023-fall-technical-conference.