Utility Refrigerator – Government Mandates Impacting Refrigeration – (1 CEU) ON DEMAND

In this session, attendees will learn the latest updates on government mandated impacting the refrigeration industry. Attendees will gain a deep understanding of refrigerants, environmental codes, energy efficiency, pending legislation and trends. To schedule this On Demand session please contact: Melissa Lasdon - [email protected] - 818-764-6200

Utility Refrigerators – Fundamentals of Refrigeration (1 CEU) ON DEMAND

In this session, attendees will learn about the fundamentals of refrigeration including what it takes to keep food fresh and cool and why your equipment is critical to food longevity. Get to know the components of a refrigeration system, understand how the components operate to maximize efficiency and performance.   To schedule this On Demand session please contact: Melissa Lasdon - [email protected] - 818-764-6200

Inform Presents an FCSI Demo Day

The Montague Company 1830 Stearman Ave, Hayward, CA, United States

Join us for a Demo Day by Inform! 8.75 CEUs available For more information and to register, contact Scott McCarthy [email protected] Itinerary 8am-8:20am- Welcome Inform/ Joe Deckelman 8:20am-10:50am- Combi Ovens and Intelligent Braising Pans Presented by Rational Jim Lund 10:50am-11:05am- Stretch Your Legs 11:05pm-12:20pm- Food Shield Design and Layout Presented By BSI’s Alicia Bowen 12:20pm-12:50pm- Lunch 12:50pm-2:50pm- Science of Blast Chilling/Shock Freezing Presented by Inform’s Scott McCarthy 2:50pm-4:30pm- Designing in Suites, Ranges, Ovens and Broiler and the upcoming electrification of Montague Presented by Montague’s Joe Deckelman 4:30pm-5pm-Montague Factory Tour 5pm- Depart

CaptiveAir Fan Fundamentals – From the Wright Brothers to Today (On-Demand)

Webinar

Know nothing about fans? Perfect! We’ll cover the most fundamental topics like pressure gradients and the fan laws to build your understanding of both Axial and Centrifugal fans. Don’t worry, we make it fun with lots of demonstrations and animations, while tying some of these concepts to the early days of aviation and even cows. Yes, cows. Fans excel at one simple job: moving air. Yet, most people don’t really know how they do so, and that’s ok! But if you’re not most people and want to learn about these neat machines, you’re at the right place. Presenter Information Bill Griffin, President of Engineering and Manufacturing - CaptiveAire Systems, Inc. He is the President of Engineering and Manufacturing with CaptiveAire Systems, the nation’s leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems. Bill began working in the HVAC industry at CaptiveAire in 1999, immediately after graduating from the University of Maryland with a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Bill began as a draftsman with CaptiveAire and advanced within the company to overseeing all of manufacturing and engineering. For over 20 years, his career has focused on the design, development, manufacturing and improvement of products. Bill is a licensed Professional Engineer in the […]

AI for Design – Rise Above the Competition

Join us December 4th for our last Biz Essentials in 2024 when Your Nerdy Best Friend Beth Z once again joins us to explore more of the AI Universe. We’ve covered the bases of becoming a better writer for your promotional material, presentations and proposals so now what? Beth will show you the many areas where we can take that new text and make it shine. During this 1 hour webinar she will show you how to design better proposals, better social media postings, better presentations, even better marketing materials. Let Beth sift through the many options available and recommend which ones work best so you don’t have too. Not only will this help you get back precious time in your work day, you will also earn 1 CEU for attending. BONUS! Attend the event live for a chance to win a 30-minute Power Session with Beth Z. We'll draw one name from the live participants, and the winner gets one-on-one "tech therapy" from Your Nerdy Best Friend to address your specific needs. $199 value https://yournerdybestfriend.com/consulting/ REGISTER NOW

Northeast Chapter Holiday Social 2024

Davio's Back Bay, Boston MA 75 Arlington Street, Boston, United States

Connect with fellow FCSI members and Industry friends - join the Northeast Chapter for an evening filled with holiday cheer, delicious food, and great company!  $165 per person Proceeds will be donated to a local charity Click HERE to register

Make-up Air in a Kitchen Exhaust System (1 CEU)

Teams
Virtual Event Virtual Event

This 1 hour webinar will focus on understanding Make-Up Air, MUA terminology, where it applies, and ASHRAE Standards Presented by Ron Budzowski NE Regional Sales Manager for Gaylord Industries in the Northeast with 30 years of air filtration, ventilation design solutions, project management and capital equipment sales. Contact Ron for a link to the Teams meeting: [email protected] 330.888.5867  

Perlick – Bar Design on the Fly Webinar (1 CEU)

Virtual Event Virtual Event

BAR DESIGN ON THE FLY: Top 10 Checklist for an Efficient & Profitable Bar In today’s bar and restaurant industry, effective bar design is more crucial than ever. With challenges like limited staffing and an increase in less experienced workers, having a well-thought-out bar layout and organization is essential. A properly designed bar streamlines the preparation of complex drinks and plays a key role in boosting a restaurant’s profitability, as beverage sales typically yield higher profit margins than food sales. This quick 1 hour webinar serves as a good starting place for any bar design. The 3 main learning objectives are: Understand Key Design Principles: Learn how to design a bar layout that supports smooth cocktail preparation and service efficiency. Optimize Workflow and Storage Solutions: Gain insights into efficient workflow patterns, glassware storage, and strategic placement of essential bar elements. Prioritize Practical Functionality: Recognize the importance of planning for mixers, ice types, garnish prep, and cleanliness to maintain an organized and productive bar environment. These objectives will help guide attendees to build a comprehensive and profitable bar design. 1 CEU for FCSI Consultant Members Click here to join the webinar or contact Corrinne Walenda for more information [email protected] Corrinne Walenda […]

Building Management Systems for Modern HVAC – (1 CEU)

Building Management Systems for Modern HVAC - PDH Course Description: Modern buildings are complex; there are lighting systems, HVAC, pumps, security systems, utilities, and more. More often than not, it makes sense to connect all this equipment to a centralized controller or Building Management System (BMS) in order to properly monitor and control it all. In this video we explore how a custom BMS can extract the most performance out of a sophisticated piece of equipment like Paragon HVAC. We apply various use cases including troubleshooting, comfort, and efficiency examples, with a look towards the future and the use of AI. Prerequisite Knowledge: None Learning Objective 1: Understand what a Building Management System is and its basic uses. Learning Objective 2: Compare and contrast traditional HVAC troubleshooting with the proactive approach Building Management Systems can provide. Learning Objective 3: Understand how Building Management Systems can be used by engineers to improve the efficiency of HVAC equipment. Learning Objective 4: Understand how HVAC equipment can be improved using large pools of data gathered by Building Management Systems.

Norbec – How To Specify a Custom Walk-In Cooler – (1 CEU)

Course Description​: Walk-in coolers and freezers are not just for restaurants. They’re found in schools, hospitals, food-processing plants, and laboratories. Sometimes a stocked, prefabricated walk-in will suffice, but most coolers and freezers require a custom solution.​ This course will walk you through the specification considerations for a custom walk-in including size, temperature, refrigeration, energy efficiency, floors, doors, and more. You’ll see how each area relates to one another in supporting an energy-conscious and durable walk-in assembly.​   Learning Objectives​: At the end of this course, participants will be able to: ​ Review all components of a walk-in cooler/freezer assembly and how an energy-efficient refrigeration system works.​ Identify all the considerations when determining the size of a walk-in cooler including the products to be stored, shelves and carts, ventilation, and future needs.​ Determine a walk-in’s temperature based on type of products, humidity, usage, and more.​ Acknowledge the importance of the cooler’s insulated panels’ R-value, efficient refrigeration, and controls/monitors to meet or exceed energy-administration requirements. ​ Explain how walk-in panels contribute to LEED v4.​ Address the importance of specifying the right door, floor, finishes, and other considerations   Contact Marilou Leclaire for more info - [email protected]