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Springfield, MO
The Ozarks ASHRAE chapter hosted the conference for Region IX Aug. 12–14 in Springfield. Delegates and representatives from 13 chapters attended and conducted regional business sessions, as well as enjoyed social activities such as a golf tournament at Payne Stewart Golf Club, a tour of Fantastic Caverns and a ride on the Branson Belle. At the regional awards ceremony, the Ozarks chapter received several awards, including the Presidential Award of Excellence and a Gold Ribbon award for the chapter history.
This year, the Ozarks chapter will host the national president, Lynn G. Bellenger, PE, in the spring as well as general meetings covering topics such as variable frequency drive reduced harmonic technology and Wal-Mart’s energy-saving initiatives on HVAC, lighting and refrigeration. In addition, the chapter will host a fall skeet shooting tournament and its annual spring golf tournament. Funds raised at the annual golf tournament go to support ASHRAE research to advance knowledge in heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration related fields.
Naomi Fisher is the historian for ASHRAE’s Ozarks chapter. For more information, visit www.ozarksashrae.org.
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