How to make a few extra bucks...

Looking for a way to make a few extra bucks? How about a bunch of them? We all drive past opportunities every day and never realize they are there. If you are an experienced fence installer, or have worked with automatic gate operators and want to know more, The NAFCA Gate Operator School is for you.

Recently a fence guy had a conversation with the Director of Maintenance of a small municipality. He asked if the town was aware of some problems with the fence on one of their facilities. The Director said he was aware that some roller covers were broken on the automated gate and should be repaired. The fence guy was able to point out several other areas where the gate did not meet safety standards, then asked if he was out of line for pointing them out.

The Maintenance Director actually thanked him for pointing out the issues, and asked if he knew someone who would be able to fix it. The liabilities involved in having an out of compliance gate far outweigh the costs of repair, and most municipal staffs have neither the manpower nor the expertise to inspect, much less repair these systems.

So where do the extra bucks come from? Once you have been to the NAFCA Gate Operator Training School, you will know how to evaluate gates, fences and operators for safety standards, and how to bring them into compliance. Even if you don't want to do the operator repairs yourself, you will be able to generate income by making the necessary repairs to gates that must be done before the operator can be adjusted.

Sign up today for the NAFCA Gate Operator School this September 13-15, in Brown Deer, WI by going to http://www.4nafca.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=73:gate-operators-school&catid=34

Too Cool for School...

  Why should you consider going to, (or sending someone to), the NAFCA Gate Operator School in September? Even if you never want to be a certified gate operator installer, this school is a business builder. How? Once you have a trained technician who knows the codes related to powered gates, you can market an inspection and compliance package to owners of powered gates.

  “No one who owns a powered gate wants to know that it is not code compliant. Especially if it will cost money to fix it.” Did something like that just run through your head? The fact is, the costs associated with not meeting code are much, much higher than the cost of fixing a gate. Those codes were written to prevent serious injuries and worse.

  You can work with a local certified installer to come behind your gate repair crew to adjust and maintain the powered systems, or you may want to move forward with certification for yourself or a staff member. This is an excellent opportunity to build your business, improve your off-season cash flow, and maybe even save a life. And the school is available at extremely reasonable rates. Send your best technician and your best salesman to this three day school, and see how much business you can get.

NAFCA Gate Operator School

The North American Fence Contractors Association is offering a tremendous opportunity for fence contractors to expand their knowledge base, and increase their business footprint, while ensuring that their employees have the best, most up-to-date training on the complex topic of gate operator installation.  This three day school covers all the basics, including site assessment, equipment selection, intallation methods, proximity loops, and safety concerns.  For more information about how you can participate, go to: http://www.4nafca.com/ , or call (770) 757-9094. 

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North American Fence Contractors Association

Modern Fence Technologies supports the mission and purpose of the North American Fence Contractors Association. Founded in 2011 with the mission of “bringing together fence contractors and vendors for their mutual benefit and the integrity of the industry”, the stated purpose is “educating fence contractors in installation and business practices by fence industry professionals”.

NAFCA has, in its brief history, lived up to these ideals by offering fence installation training, gate operator installation training, community service projects, and access to business building materials to its members. The next twelve months are even more packed with opportunities for members to connect with one another and learn how to make their businesses grow. Check out the NAFCA website at: http://www.4nafca.com/ for more information about how you can join this exciting and affordable trade association dedicated to building up the fence industry.