Momentum is Building 2027

Momentum is Building - Our mission is to provide a forum for energy efficiency and electric technology education. Momentum is Building is an annual conference to promote energy efficiency, gain better building skills and tips of the trade, network with exhibitors and attendees, learn new ways to improve your business, and earn up to 6 CEUs for electricians, plumbers and HVAC pros. This year’s speakers have new business practices and strategies to complement your high-performance projects! • Gain insight into new techniques from nationally-known speakers • See the latest building products and technologies • Network with other building, electrical and HVAC professionals • Qualify for more than $1,000 in tools to be given away throughout the conference EVENT BROCHURE (DOWNLOAD/PRINT) Thursday, February 18 8:30 REGISTRATION (Pre-Convention Area) Check in, then check out the Exhibit Hall and enjoy a continental breakfast. 9:30 WELCOME (Hancock/Shelby/Woodbury/Benton Rooms) Iowa Cooperatives for Energy Efficiency 9:45 Opening Keynote: Randy Dean “The E-mail Sanity Expert®” (Hancock/Shelby/Woodbury/Benton Rooms) Randy Dean is a nationally recognized expert in time and email management who has helped thousands improve productivity at work and in life. Best known for his engaging programs on time, project, people, and e-mail management, Randy makes practical productivity strategies both useful and engaging. He will share proven tools and techniques to help attendees better manage their time, technology, and information overload. 10:45 Heating and Cooling with Air Source Heat Pumps: Do Affordability and Sustainability Align? Jeff Ralston, Ralston Eco Homes Dan McGuire, Heartland Energy Consultants (Hancock/Shelby/Woodbury/Benton Rooms) When contractors and builders select heating and cooling systems for new residential construction, they must balance competing priorities, including affordability, reliability, energy efficiency, occupant health, and environmental impact. This presentation examines these considerations, using air-source heat pumps as a baseline for comparison. It will also explore the often-overlooked role of occupant behavior in system performance, comfort, and energy use. Drawing on data from recent projects, the presentation will offer practical insights to help inform HVAC decisions for new homes. Ample time will be provided for questions and discussion. 11:45 VENDOR INTRODUCTIONS (Hancock/Shelby/Woodbury/Benton Rooms) 12:00 LUNCH (Atrium/Park Place Restaurant) 12:45 BREAKOUT SESSIONS: ROUND 1 Electrical Safety Scott Meinecke, Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives 2 IA PMSB HVAC Safety CEUs (Dallas Room) This session will focus on workplace safety and OSHA/NFPA compliance for plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical field professionals including an understanding of NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. This session also covers maintenance and regular inspection guidance for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), jobsite hazard recognition, accident prevention, and general safety rules. ARC FLASH and NFPA 70E – (Part 1: 4-hour session) 1 Electrical CEU and 3 Electrical CEUs of non-code for Iowa electrical license holders (MUST ATTEND both Parts 1 and 2 sessions) Dave Sullivan, Sullivan Training and Consulting LLC (Benton Room) This 6-hour presentation (split into two parts) will instruct attendees about Arc Flash hazards, clothing requirements, boundaries, and other information to keep electricians safe around electricity. (Attendees must attend Parts 1-2, and Part 3 sessions to receive six total CEUs.) Iowa Plumbing Code: Updates and Amendments 2 IA PMSB Plumbing Code CEUs Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 33 (Polk Room) Stay current with the Iowa plumbing rules that affect plan review, installation, inspection, and everyday field decisions. This course focuses on Iowa’s adopted plumbing code and state-specific amendments, presented in a practical format for working licensees. 2:30 BREAK IN EXHIBIT HALL (Webster/Clayton/Marion/Des Moines Rooms) Enjoy refreshments and take a few moments to chat with our exhibitors. 3:00 BREAKOUT SESSIONS: ROUND 2 ARC FLASH and NFPA 70E, continued–(Part 1: 4-hour session) 1 Electrical CEUs and 3 Electrical CEUs of non-code for Iowa electrical license holders (MUST ATTEND both Parts 1 and 2 sessions) Dave Sullivan, Sullivan Training and Consulting LLC (Benton Room) Continuation of this presentation (split into two parts) will instruct attendees about Arc Flash hazards, clothing requirements, boundaries, and other information to keep electricians safe around electricity. (Attendees must attend Parts 1-2, and Part 3 sessions to receive six total CEUs.) Iowa Mechanical Code Updates and Amendments 2 IA PMSB Mechanical Code CEUs Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 33 (Polk Room) Stay current with Iowa mechanical code amendments and recent revisions to the International Mechanical Code to help HVAC and mechanical licensees fulfill state license renewal requirements. This course translates current Iowa requirements into practical guidance for licensed mechanical-trade professionals 6 DEADLY SINS OF CONSTRUCTION 2 IA PMSB Mechanical or Mechanical Safety CEUs (Dallas Room) Terry Moorman, Moorman Consultation This session covers safe handling practices for asbestos, crystalline silica, lead, fiberglass and bloodborne pathogens, along with emerging issues on the horizon. 5:00 VENDOR RECEPTION IN EXHIBIT HALL (Webster/Clayton/Marion/Des Moines Rooms) Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres and beverages in the Exhibitor Hall while you network with your peers and exhibitors. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Friday, February 19 7:30 BREAKFAST (Atrium/Waterfall Grill) 8:15 BREAKOUT SESSIONS: ROUND 3 NEC (NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE) CHANGES – Part 2 2 Electrical CEUs for Iowa Electrical license holders Dave Sullivan, Sullivan Training and Consulting LLC (Benton Room) This course (Part 2) details the changes that Iowa has adopted for the Wiring of Dwellings in 2027. (Attendees must have also attended the Part 1 Sessions on Thursday, February 18, to receive six total code/non-code CEUs.) EXCAVATIONS, FORKLIFTS, AND CRANES 2 IA PMSB Mechanical or Mechanical Safety CEUs (Dallas Room) Terry Moorman, Moorman Consultation This session covers best practices for excavation work and safe operation of excavation equipment, including forklifts and cranes. 9:45 BREAK IN EXHIBIT HALL (Webster/Clayton/Marion/Des Moines Rooms) Enjoy refreshments and take a few moments to network with our exhibitors. 10:00 FINAL PRIZE DRAWINGS/CLOSING REMARKS (Hancock/Shelby/Woodbury/Benton Rooms) 10:15 Closing Keynote Presenter: Chuck Long (Hancock/Shelby/Woodbury/Benton Rooms) Chuck Long has been a familiar name in University of Iowa football for more than 30 years. As a former player and coach, he is known for his leadership, charisma and winning attitude. As an Iowa Hawkeye, Chuck threw for 10,461 yards, becoming the first Big Ten player and second player in college football history to surpass 10,000 passing yards. In 1985, he led Iowa to the Rose Bowl, finished second in the Heisman Trophy race and earned Big Ten Player of the Year, the Davey O’Brien Award, the Maxwell Award and first-team Consensus All-American honors. He was selected in the first round of the 1986 NFL Draft and played eight seasons with the Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Rams. Chuck later coached at Iowa and Oklahoma, where he was part of a national championship team and coached Heisman Trophy winner Jason White. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1999 and is an inaugural member of the Kinnick Stadium Wall of Honor.