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SUMMARY:CaptiveAir Fan Fundamentals - From the Wright Brothers to Today (On-Demand)
DESCRIPTION: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.\nFans 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. \nPresenter Information\nBill 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\nengineering. 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 state of Pennsylvania and holds 7 patents for products in the kitchen ventilation and HVAC industry. \nGerman Tabor\, Filmmaker – CaptiveAire Systems\, Inc.\nWith a decade of experience in film and video production\, and a technical background in Aviation Maintenance encompassing hydraulic\, pneumatic\, climate control and electrical systems troubleshooting\, German Tabor is uniquely positioned to create effective and compelling engineering fundamentals videos. All of German’s videos are thoroughly reviewed by CaptiveAire engineers to ensure accuracy and the correct application of theories and\ncalculations. \nPrerequisite Knowledge: None.\nLearning Objective 1:\nUnderstand static and dynamic pressures\, as well as their relationship (Bernoulli’s principle).\nLearning Objective 2:\nUnderstand and apply the basic fan laws.\nLearning Objective 3:\nUnderstand the working principle of axial fans including HVLS\, Propeller\, Tubeaxial and Vaneaxial.\nLearning Objective 4:\nUnderstand the working principle of centrifugal fans of different designs and utilizing various impeller wheels. \nFor online access\, contact Mary Atwood mary.atwood@captiveaire.com
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/fan-fundamentals-from-the-wright-brothers-to-today-on-demand/2025-07-01/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T170000
DTSTAMP:20241205T195342Z
CREATED:20241119T164235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T195342Z
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SUMMARY:Fan Performance Curves- A Deep Dive (On-Demand)
DESCRIPTION:Fan Performance Curves – A Deep Dive – 1 Hour Credit \nCourse Description:\nLet’s build a fan curve! We’ll start by collecting data on a real fan\, and then use the fan laws to extrapolate all the require data. Then we’ll use the curves to size up fans and motors\, and along the way we’ll look into eEiciency’s\, safety margins\, density\, and even system eEect. We condensed a wealth of knowledge into 1 video that connects all the dots. \nPrerequisite Knowledge:\nNone. \nPresenter Information\nBill Griffin\, President of Engineering and Manufacturing – CaptiveAire Systems\, Inc.\nBill Griffin is the President of Engineering and Manufacturing with CaptiveAire Systems\, the nation’s leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems. He 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\,\nmanufacturing and improvement of products. Bill is a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Pennsylvania and holds 7 patents for products in the kitchen ventilation and HVAC industry. \nGerman Tabor\, Filmmaker – CaptiveAire Systems\, Inc.\nWith a decade of experience in film and video production\, and a technical background in Aviation Maintenance encompassing hydraulic\, pneumatic\, climate control and electrical systems troubleshooting\, German Tabor is uniquely positioned to create effective and compelling engineering fundamentals videos. All of German’s videos are thoroughly reviewed by CaptiveAire engineers to ensure accuracy and the correct application of theories and calculations.\n\nLearning Objective 1:\nUnderstand how a fan performance curve is built\, from data acquisition to extrapolation and visualization.\nLearning Objective 2:\nUnderstand how to use fan performance curves to correctly size fans and motors.\nLearning Objective 3:\nUnderstand Fan Energy Index and the major factors aEecting eEiciency.\nLearning Objective 4:\nUnderstand external variables such as density and system eEect and how to account for them. \nFor Online Access\, Contact Mary Atwood – mary.atwood@captiveair.com
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/fan-performance-curves/2025-07-01/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T103000
DTSTAMP:20250312T172146Z
CREATED:20250312T171204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T172146Z
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SUMMARY:Walk-In Manufacturing Process Tour - MN
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Everidge\, Inc.\n1.5 CEUs available \nFactory Tour of an HD Rail Walk-in manufacturing facility to learn the ins and outs of what makes HD rails different and the value it brings to consultants and specifiers. \nTo schedule a tour\, contact Katie Dalaska at katie.dalaska@everidge.com or 763-210-6980.
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/walk-in-manufacturing-process-tour/2025-07-01/
LOCATION:Everidge Inc. Minnesota\, 304 Main St. N.\, Winnebago\, MN\, 56098
CATEGORIES:EPP Flexible Date Events - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Dalaska":MAILTO:katie.dalaska@everidge.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T150000
DTSTAMP:20241205T200250Z
CREATED:20241112T155325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T200250Z
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SUMMARY:(On Demand) Beth Z I for Design - Rise Above the Competition
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCLICK to WATCH\nPasscode: 5?U74&qk \nCLICK for HANDOUTS
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/ai-for-design-rise-above-the-competition/2025-07-01/
LOCATION:California
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T090000
DTSTAMP:20241213T171736Z
CREATED:20241213T171736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T171736Z
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SUMMARY:Modern Kitchen Ventilation Engineering & Design (On Demand)
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc.\nThis course is worth 1 CEU. \nPrerequisite Knowledge: None\nLearning Objective 1: Understand kitchen ventilation design with code requirements in regards to fire protection and the proper prevention and maintenance needed to reduce risks\nLearning Objective 2: Overview of history of indoor environmental quality and the technology as it relates to building ventilation systems\nLearning Objective 3: Recognizing need for new technologies to address customer/building issues in regards to exhaust\, humidity and filtration\nLearning Objective 4: Understand the need for total system integration when it comes to building design \nFor access\, contact Mary Atwood – mary.atwood@captiveaire.com\n720-772-9971
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/modern-kitchen-ventilation-engineering-design-on-demand/2025-07-02/
LOCATION:California
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T090000
DTSTAMP:20250513T163921Z
CREATED:20250513T163921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T163921Z
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SUMMARY:Full Steam Ahead! The Physics and History of Steam\, Using Steam in Your Designs\, and Electrification
DESCRIPTION:Provided by AccuTemp Products Inc.\n1 CEU available \nFactory tour presentation. Adgenda will be steamer focused. Physics of how steam works in a steamer and in general\, how steam fits into new designs and what electrification means for steam. Generic info not manufacturer specific. \nTo register\, contact John Pennington at jpennington@accutemp.net or 260-341-7726.
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/full-steam-ahead-the-physics-and-history-of-steam-using-steam-in-your-designs-and-electrification/2025-07-08/
LOCATION:AccuTemp\, 11919 John Adams Drive\, New Haven\, IN\, 46774\, United States
CATEGORIES:EPP Flexible Date Events - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="john pennington":MAILTO:jpennington@accutemp.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T090000
DTSTAMP:20250513T164054Z
CREATED:20250513T161940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T164054Z
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SUMMARY:Griddle Mysteries- Unwraping the Contruction and Operation of Flat Top Griddles
DESCRIPTION:Provided by AccuTemp Products\, Inc.\n1 CEU available \nFactory tour presentation. Adgenda will be griddle focused. Discussing the construction of different types of griddles\, how each operates and what electrification means for griddles gooing forward. Generic info not manufacturer specific. \nTo register\, contact John Pennington at jpennington@accutemp.net or 260-341-7726.
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/griddle-mysteries-unwraping-the-contruction-and-operation-of-flat-top-griddles/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:AccuTemp\, 11919 John Adams Drive\, New Haven\, IN\, 46774\, United States
CATEGORIES:EPP Flexible Date Events - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="john pennington":MAILTO:jpennington@accutemp.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T090000
DTSTAMP:20250513T202750Z
CREATED:20250513T202750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T202750Z
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SUMMARY:(On Demand) Duct Fundamentals - The Magic of Duct
DESCRIPTION:Provided by CaptiveAir\n1 CEU available \nSpeaker:\nBill Griffin\nGerman Tabor \nCourse Description:\nNo matter how perfect your HVAC unit conditions the air\, it can all go awry if the delivery method is not well thought out. The first step is understanding exactly how air behaves in a duct. From Bernoulli’s Theorem to friction\, dynamic losses\, system effect\, we’ll visualize every step of the way to make the concepts intuitive and fun. \nPrerequisite Knowledge:  None.\nLearning Objective 1:  Understanding Total\, Static\, and Dynamic Pressures within the context of ductwork.\nLearning Objective 2:  Understanding friction losses and the factors at play in a duct.\nLearning Objective 3:  Understanding dynamic losses and pressure loss coefficients within duct fittings.\nLearning Objective 4:  Understanding system effect and its impact on duct losses \nTo access\, click this link –\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXJ79HH3wi0
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/on-demand-duct-fundamentals-the-magic-of-duct/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:On Demand Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T090000
DTSTAMP:20250513T211500Z
CREATED:20250513T211500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T211500Z
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SUMMARY:(On Demand) Parallel Ducts - A Balancing Act
DESCRIPTION:Provided by CaptiveAire\n1 CEU available \nSpeakers:\nBill Griffin\, German Tabor\nKyle Thompson \nCourse Description:\nNature does what it wants\, which means air in parallel duct branches doesn’t always behave how me might expect. In this video we’ll explain how we can predict and model complex airflows using simple calculations\, and how software does it in an efficient\,\nintuitive way. \nPrerequisite Knowledge:\nDuct Fundamentals \nLearning Objective 1:\nUnderstand loss coefficients for diverging tees.\nLearning Objective 2:\nUnderstand how to balance a duct system using the Equal Friction method.\nLearning Objective 3:\nUnderstand how to balance a duct system using the Static Regain method.\nLearning Objective 4:\nUnderstand how software may be used as an alternative to hand calculations\, including general advantages and limitations. \nTo access\, click this link –\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gg5dSWIvJiQ
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/on-demand-parallel-ducts-a-balancing-act/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:On Demand Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T090000
DTSTAMP:20250606T150844Z
CREATED:20250606T150844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T150844Z
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SUMMARY:Selecting The Right Ice for the Right Application
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Middleby\n1 CEU available \nGoal: To Educate Design Consultants on hot to choose the right ice\, size their production and storage\, and optimize efficiency. \nA) Why Ice Matters in Hospitality (5 mins)\nB) Ice Types and Applications (10 mins)\nC) Front of House vs Back of House Applications (10 mins)\nD) Sizing\, Production & Storage (10 mins)\nE) Real World Scenarios (10 minutes)\nF) Choosing the Right Equipment (10 minutes)\nG) Q&A (5 mins) \nTo register\, contact Hannah Guy at hguy@middleby.com.
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/selecting-the-right-ice-for-the-right-application/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Flexible Date Events - TA,EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Guy":MAILTO:hguy@middleby.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T090000
DTSTAMP:20250702T205114Z
CREATED:20250702T204201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T205114Z
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SUMMARY:(On-Demand) 10 Trends Shaping the 2025 (and Beyond) Drinks Space — and What That Means for Bar Design and Equipment Specification
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Perlick\n1 CEU available\nEither In-Person or Virtual \nCorrinne Walenda offers a glimpse into the future of beverage service with this fast-paced session exploring 10 emerging trends redefining the drinks landscape in 2025 and beyond.\nFrom the rise of botanical beverages and boundary-pushing martinis to the return of maximalism\, theatrical bartending\, and the growing demand for sophisticated low- and no-alcohol cocktails — this class unpacks what’s driving consumer tastes and how bars must evolve in response. \nWe’ll connect these trends to practical implications for bar layout\, equipment selection\, and operational flow\, offering actionable takeaways for foodservice design consultants and their architects and clients.\nIdeal for:  Foodservice design consultants\, F&B directors\, architects\,interior designers\, equipment specifiers\, and anyone shaping the future of hospitality spaces. \nTo schedule\, contact Corrinne Walenda at corrinne.walenda@perlick.com or 414-399-8859.
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/10-trends-shaping-the-2025-and-beyond-drinks-space-and-what-that-means-for-bar-design-and-equipment-specification/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:In-Person or Virtual
CATEGORIES:EPP Flexible Date Events - TA,EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Corrine Walenda - Perlick":MAILTO:Corrine.Walenda@Perlick.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T170000
DTSTAMP:20250207T201554Z
CREATED:20250207T201554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T201554Z
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SUMMARY:Welbilt Brands 2025 Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:3 CEUs available \nAgenda: \nEach roadshow event will last three hours\, covering all ten attending brands.  During the event\, each brand will present its latest innovations and discuss industry trends\, including: \n\nVentless applications\nSustainability\nElectrification\nKitchens\, and more\n\nTo register\, contact Jeremy Strege at 727-946-3363 or jeremy.strege@welbilt.com 
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/welbilt-brands-2025-roadshow-2/
LOCATION:Zink Foodservice\, 655 Dearborn Park Lane\, Columbus\, OH\, 43085
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeremy Strege":MAILTO:jeremy.strege@welbilt.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T110000
DTSTAMP:20260515T190947Z
CREATED:20250610T154220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T190947Z
UID:10001138-1752660000-1752663600@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Nuggett Ice Machine Training
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Manitowoc Training\n1 CEU available \nWhen to specify nuggett and flake ice machines\, how to size for various applications\, do’s and do not’s when selecting the machine loaction. \nContact Keith for a link to the webinar:\nKeith.pennison@pentair.com \n337-304-0188
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/nuggett-ice-machine-training-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA,EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Eddie Garmon":MAILTO:eddie.garmon@pentair.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T113000
DTSTAMP:20250310T211748Z
CREATED:20250310T211748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T211748Z
UID:10000810-1752660000-1752665400@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Heat Illness\, California Regulations and the Kitchen of the Future
DESCRIPTION:Provided by California Energy Wise (CEW)\, PG&E\, Frontier Energy – Food Tech Service Center\n1.5 CEU available \nThis class covers two different commercial kitchen challenges: high heat environments and the many kitchen water wasters that can be readily fixed. The first half explains the newly adopted CalOSHA Indoor Heat Illness regulations. These regulations are meant to protect kitchen workers but\, they also apply to equipment service professionals who might be working in those kitchens. Learn the details of these new regulations\, how to help operators lower kitchen temperatures\, and how to come into compliance with these laws. Likewise\, new California laws require that all water utilities follow strict conservation guidelines in both dry and wet years – which could impact water costs. This class will provide training on how to spot and mitigate common water-wasting leaks and wasteful operating practices in kitchens and dishrooms. \nParticipants will be able to: \n\nAppraise an employee’s indoor heat illness risk and communicate a plan to come into compliance with the CalOSHA Indoor Heat Illness regulations\,\nExplain how to reduce the ambient heat in a kitchen environment through equipment choice and ventilation optimization\, and\nEmploy corrective techniques to reduce water waste in commercial kitchens and dishrooms.\n\nSpeakers:\nRichard Young\, Director of Education\, Frontier Energy’s\, Food Service Tech Center \nTo register\, contact Kiana Caban\, kcaban@frontierenergy.com or 925.866.2844
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/heat-illness-california-regulations-and-the-kitchen-of-the-future/
LOCATION:Frontier Energy\, 1075 Serpentine Lane\, Suite B\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94566\, United States
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA,EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Kiana Caban":MAILTO:kcaban@frontierenergy.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T100000
DTSTAMP:20250121T210535Z
CREATED:20250120T231546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T210535Z
UID:10000733-1753174800-1753956000@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:(On-Demand) Methods and Systems for Washing Fruit and Vegetables\, Thawing and De-Glazing in the Foodservice Industry
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Immersion Systems Inc.\n1 CEU available \nLearning Objectives:  To educate attendees on the methods\, pros and cons of Washing Fruits and Vegetables and Thawing in the Foodservice Industry.\nWho will benefit:  Attendees (Consultants) who work with Foodservice Operators in recommending the correct solution for their operational needs and educating them of their options.\n\nSpeaker Details:\nJohn Cantrell:  John Cantrell owns the leadership role at Immersion Systems\, Inc.\, with a focus on product design\, innovation\, IP\, customer interactions and strategic direction.  John is an advocate of “new to the world” equipment systems that can dramatically improve Foodservice processes\, sanitation\, efficiencies\, conservation and team member ergonomics.  Prior to serving with ISI\, John co-founded Power Soak Systems\, Inc.\, which pioneered the product category of “continuous motion” washing.  John has over 35 years in the Foodservice Equipment industry.\nScott Heying:  Scott Heying serves in a Sales and Marketing role for Immersion Systems\, Inc. supporting all sales and marketing efforts as it relates to all market segments\, Chain\, Institutional\, and Retail sales.  Scott also served in a similar role at Power Soak Systems\, Inc.  Scott has over 8 years in the Foodservice Equipment Industry. \nFor webinar access\, contact Scott Heying – scott.heying@immersionsystems.com
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/on-demand-methods-and-systems-for-washing-fruit-and-vegetables-thawing-and-de-glazing-in-the-foodservice-industry/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Scott Heying":MAILTO:scott.heying@immersionsystems.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T123000
DTSTAMP:20250421T204043Z
CREATED:20250127T221546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T204043Z
UID:10000745-1753444800-1753446600@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Fryer Specifying 101
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Frymaster\n.5 CEU available \nSummary:\nTo provide an overview of questions to ask and get answered when specifying a commercial fryer with your clients. \nAvailable the last Friday of each month at 12:00 pm Eastern Time.\nTraining Login Information\nJoin the meeting now\nMeeting ID: 231 803 714 386\nPasscode: bH7J6PQ6 \nFor questions\, contact Kirk Gross\, kirk.goss@frymaster.com or 770-880-4124
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/fryer-specifying-101/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA,EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Kirk Gross":MAILTO:kirk.goss@frymaster.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTSTAMP:20250612T210122Z
CREATED:20250612T210122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T210122Z
UID:10001140-1753833600-1753919999@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Open Flame/Solid Fuel Cookery and Venting
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Wood Stone\n5.5 CEUs available \nAGENDA\n7:30                 Arrival/ Breakfast at factory\n8:30-9:30       Factory tour\n9:30-9:45         Break\n9:45-11:15       Open Flame Cooking and Heat Management (90 Minutes) Education Portion\n11:15-11:30     Break\n11:30-1              Lunch and Learn-   Open Flame and Solid Fuel Venting and Safety (90 minutes) Education Portion\n1-1:15               Break\n1:15-2:45        Innovations in Stone Hearth Cooking and Heat on Demand\n3-5                    Q&A- Product walkthrough\n5:00                Dismissed- Dinner \nTo register\, contact Anthony Mukerjee at anthonym@woodstone.net or 360-650-1111 ext. 324.
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/open-flame-solid-fuel-cookery-and-venting/
LOCATION:Wood Stone\, 1801 Bakerview Rd\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98226\, United States
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Anthony Mukerjee":MAILTO:anthonym@woodstone.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20231005T200831Z
CREATED:20231005T200229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T200831Z
UID:10000038-1754006400-1754092799@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:On Demand Content
DESCRIPTION:Our Education Providers are pleased to offer a variety of education programs online .  Please note\, you must request online access with the contact person listed in the program description. Once you have been given access to the program\, it will be available to you on demand. \nVisit our on demand page for more details on individual events offered: \nOn Demand Content
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/on-demand-content/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:California
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20241002T184406Z
CREATED:20241002T184042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T184406Z
UID:10000336-1754006400-1754092799@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:(Access On Demand) Alto-Shaam Webinar - Elevating Healthcare Dining: From Kitchen to Patient & Beyond (.5 CEUs)
DESCRIPTION:According to Technomic\, 80% of healthcare operators have innovated their menus in the last year. However\, growing a healthcare foodservice program can mean many things\, from implementing nutritious dishes to adding an extended à la carte menu. Find out how real-life operators innovate their menus and deal with everyday challenges in this upcoming online event: Elevating Healthcare Dining: From Kitchen to Patient & Beyond. \nFor On Demand Access to this webinar contact Matt Webber  MattWe@alto-shaam.com  262-251-3800 \n 
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/alto-shaam-webinar-elevating-healthcare-dining-from-kitchen-to-patient-beyond-5-ceus/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:On Demand Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Webber":MAILTO:MattWe@alto-shaam.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T084500
DTSTAMP:20250423T205657Z
CREATED:20250423T205641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T205657Z
UID:10000953-1754035200-1754037900@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:The Use of Air Curtains in the Foodservice Industry Beyond the Kitchen's Receiving Door
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Mars Air Systems\n.75 CEU available \nThe goal of this presentation is to explore additional applications of air curtains beyond the kitchen’s back receiving door. We discuss various air curtain benefits\, common industries we serve\, various installation applications\, and additional features and online tools we provide. \nThis course is presented by Curtis Rosol\, who is a Business Development Engineer at Mars Air Systems. Curtis specializes in new opportunity growth and training\, informing and creating awareness of all the benefits air curtains can provide. He is also involved in sales and works closely with the local reps to help promote and sell air curtains. \nFor access to this webinar\, contact Stephanie Rosol at stephanier@marsair.com or (310) 532-1555 x1211.
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/the-use-of-air-curtains-in-the-foodservice-industry-beyond-the-kitchens-receiving-door/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:On Demand Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Rosol":MAILTO:stephanier@marsair.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T090000
DTSTAMP:20241205T195427Z
CREATED:20241101T214020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T195427Z
UID:10000452-1754035200-1754038800@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:(Access On-Demand) Beth Z - AI for Sales & Marketing (1 CEU)
DESCRIPTION:Learn about a variety of AI software to help you in sales and marketing! \nRecording link – scroll to bottom of page and click I am not a robot.\nCLICK HERE\nPasscode 49GMsq^? \nLink to handouts – https://nerdybff.dubb.com/v/fcsiai24 \n*Attendees must self-report CEU.
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/beth-z-ai-for-sales-marketing/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:On Demand Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T090000
DTSTAMP:20241211T214744Z
CREATED:20241211T214532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T214744Z
UID:10000478-1754035200-1754038800@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Electricity DC Fundamentals (On Demand)
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc.\nThis course is worth 1 CEU. \nPrerequisite Knowledge: None\nLearning Objective 1: Understand electricity on an atomic scale and its history.\nLearning Objective 2: Understand the importance of having a fundamental understanding of electrical concepts.\nLearning Objective 3: Visualize electrical materials and components – their interactions and constraints.\nLearning Objective 4: Understand the basics of utilizing electromagnetic fields. \nFor access\, contact Mary Atwood – mary.atwood@captiveaire.com\n720-772-9971
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/electricity-dc-fundamentals-on-demand/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:California
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T090000
DTSTAMP:20241211T215538Z
CREATED:20241211T215538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T215538Z
UID:10000538-1754035200-1754038800@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:DOAS Controls (On Demand)
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc.\nWorth 1 CEU \nPrerequisite Knowledge: Basics of Psychometrics\nLearning Objective 1: To understand the basics of dedicated outdoor air system (DOAS) technology\, and how theyare used in modern building HVAC design.\nLearning Objective 2: To understand required air stream monitoring and how this data is used in control systems tocomplete basic DOAS functions.\nLearning Objective 3: To understand best control practices for successful DOAS outcomes. Review risks and pitfallsassociated with common overly complicated control strategies.\nLearning Objective 4: To understand how to best practices for sustainable DOAS control strategies\, ensuringsystems will operate at peak performance over the full life of the equipment. \nFor access\, contact Mary Atwood at mary.atwood@captiveaire.com\n720-772-9971
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/doas-controls-on-demand/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:California
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T090000
DTSTAMP:20241211T221224Z
CREATED:20241211T221224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T221224Z
UID:10000551-1754035200-1754038800@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:The Refrigeration Cycle (On Demand)
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc.\nWorth 1 CEU \nPrerequisite Knowledge: None.\nLearning Objective 1: To understand the fundamental thermodynamic properties exhibited in the Refrigeration Cycle.\nLearning Objective 2: To understand the varying properties and benefits of working fluids/refrigerants and how to interpret their P-H diagrams.\nLearning Objective 3: To understand the methods of HVAC equipment design by understanding real vs. ideal cycles.\nLearning Objective 4: To understand the impacts of modulating equipment on cycle efficiency. \nFor access\, contact Mary Atwood at mary.atwood@captiveaire.com\n720-772-9971
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/the-refrigeration-cycle-on-demand/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:California
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T090000
DTSTAMP:20241213T151153Z
CREATED:20241213T150947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T151153Z
UID:10000564-1754035200-1754038800@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Paragon RTU Training (On Demand)
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc.\nWorth 1 CEU \nCourse Description:\nLearn about Paragon RTU’s innovative design that supports energy conservation and reduced operating costs through advanced technologies like direct drive motors\, variable speed inverter duty compressors and more. Modulating equipment allows it to deliver the highest efficiencies at part-load conditions. Sensors throughout the unit continually measure a wide variety of data points with remote accessibility and control via CASLink cloud monitoring.\n\nPrerequisite Knowledge: None.\nLearning Objective 1: Understand the fundamental design of Paragon RTU and the integration of advanced HVAC technologies\nLearning Objective 2: Understand the range of applications for Paragon RTU\nLearning Objective 3: Understand the benefits of electronic controls that support remote monitoring and accessibility via CASLink cloud software\nLearning Objective 4: Understand the benefits of conditioning fresh air and the impact Paragon RTU has on building comfort \nFor access\, contact Mary Atwood at mary.atwood@captiveaire.com\n720-772-9971
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/paragon-rtu-training-on-demand/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:California
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T090000
DTSTAMP:20241213T152618Z
CREATED:20241213T152550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T152618Z
UID:10000577-1754035200-1754038800@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Alternating Current AC & Motors (On Demand)
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc.\nWorth 1 CEU \nCourse Description:\n\nPrerequisite Knowledge: None.\nLearning Objective 1: Understand kitchen ventilation design with code requirements in regards to fire protection\, and the proper prevention and maintenance needed to reduce risks\nLearning Objective 2: Overview of history of Indoor Environmental Quality and the technology as it relates to building ventilation systems\nLearning Objective 3: Recognizing need for new technologies to address customer/building issues in regards to exhaust\, humidity and filtration\nLearning Objective 4: Understand the need for total system integration when it comes to building design \nFor access\, contact Mary Atwood at mary.atwood@captiveaire.com\n720-772-9971
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/3274/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:California
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T090000
DTSTAMP:20241213T154417Z
CREATED:20241213T154416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T154417Z
UID:10000603-1754035200-1754038800@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Commercial Load Calculations (On Demand)
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc.\nThis course is worth 1 CEU. \nPrerequisite Knowledge: None\nLearning Objective 1: Understand internal\, external and ventilation load sources\nLearning Objective 2: Understand impacts of ventilation loads\nLearning Objective 3: Understand the process of using load calculations for unit sizing\nLearning Objective 4: Understand sizing philosophies and potential risks \nFor access\, contact Mary Atwood – mary.atwood@captiveaire.com\n720-772-9971
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/3281-2/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:California
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T090000
DTSTAMP:20241213T154800Z
CREATED:20241213T154800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T154800Z
UID:10000615-1754035200-1754038800@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:DOAS vs RTU Overview (On Demand)
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc.\nThis course is worth 1 CEU. \nPrerequisite Knowledge: None\nLearning Objective 1: Understand the traditional mechanical HVAC design and why the market/technology is changing\nLearning Objective 2: Understand the primary needs of HVAC equipment in various types of builds\nLearning Objective 3: Understand existing equipment challenges with increasing ventilation and filtration requirements\nLearning Objective 4: Understand the advancements in dedicated outdoor air systems technology and how this new technology meets changing needs offering affordable and sustainable solutions for the future \nFor access\, contact Mary Atwood – mary.atwood@captiveaire.com\n720-772-9971
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/doas-vs-rtu-overview-on-demand/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:California
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T090000
DTSTAMP:20241213T155052Z
CREATED:20241213T155052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T155052Z
UID:10000628-1754035200-1754038800@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Psychometric Chart (On Demand)
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc.\nThis course is worth 1 CEU. \nPrerequisite Knowledge: None\nLearning Objective 1: Understand how to use psychometric chart\nLearning Objective 2: Understand concept of dew point and saturation in air\nLearning Objective 3: Understand the benefits of variable speed HVAC technology\nLearning Objective 4: Understand why relative humidity is a poor measure of water content in a volume of air \nFor access\, contact Mary Atwood – mary.atwood@captiveaire.com\n720-772-9971
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/introduction-to-the-psychometric-chart-on-demand/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:California
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T090000
DTSTAMP:20241213T155432Z
CREATED:20241213T155432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T155432Z
UID:10000641-1754035200-1754038800@fcsita.org
SUMMARY:Kitchen Fire Suppression Philosophies (On Demand)
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by CaptiveAire Systems Inc.\nThis course is worth 1 CEU. \nPrerequisite Knowledge: None\nLearning Objective 1: Understand kitchen ventilation design with code requirements in regards to fire protection and the proper prevention and maintenance needed to reduce risks\nLearning Objective 2: Overview of history of indoor environmental quality and the technology as it relates to building ventilation systems\nLearning Objective 3: Recognizing need for new technologies to address customer/building issues in regards to exhaust\, humidity and filtration\nLearning Objective 4: Understand the need for total system integration when it comes to building design \nFor access\, contact Mary Atwood – mary.atwood@captiveaire.com\n720-772-9971
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/kitchen-fire-suppression-philosophies-on-demand/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:California
CATEGORIES:EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Atwood":MAILTO:mary.atwood@captiveair.com
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