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Synergy is defined as the sum of the parts being greater than the whole: 2+2=5. By coordinating the efforts of the builder the architect and the subcontractors involved, far better homes will be built. The Synergy Project strives to accomplish this through training.
In 1998 Gene Summy recognized the value of training window installers. The problem was getting them together for training.
So, Gene Summy created the Synergy Window Installation Training Program. He told his large builder clients about the program and they immediately recognized the value. Gene developed a training program that drew upon his testing experiences. The window testing performed by Gene and his teams of window experts have produced many valuable lessons. If these lessons can be taken into the field and taught to the tradespeople, huge benefits may be enjoyed.
Over 400 window installers have been trained by Gene Summy and his window testing experts.
The rainy season of 2005 was the wettest in recent history.
The methods that Gene teaches ELIMINATE rain related leaks often caused by improper installation process.
Some of California's largest builders have utilized the training.
Builders that employed the training program had the lowest window leak problems in their company history.
Builders reported vast improvements in reducing leaks.
French doors are notorious for leaking and the Synergy Window Installation Program can help in this area as well. Door installers are shown the most common leaks experienced with French doors and how to avoid them.
Everyone who attends the class receives a training manual written by Gene Summy especially for this training course. The manual serves a useful reference guide for the trainees after they have been in the field for awhile and need a refresher on the details.
After training is complete, a pocket card is issued to the attendees with their photo on it.
Installers are required to posess the card at all times. In this way a field superintendent can quickly verify an installers training status.
Manufacturers can participate in the program by providing builders with a discount if the builder requires the installers are Synergy Certified.
The value of training diminishes without regular inspections.
We encourage the builder to have his superintendents and third party inspectors trained in this program as well so that they may properly inspect the projects.
TLS Laboratories offers third party window, door and flashing inspections.
Call TLS Labs for training fee schedules.
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Thanks again for the great presentation at The University of California San Diego and going the extra mile (or 90). I think the guys really enjoyed it and I know I did. It's always good to learn something new and have your opinions confirmed about the correct way to do things. You have a great product that is going to be very beneficial to the ultimate customer/consumer of our products.
- Brian Bishop
Structural Inspector, Instructor SDSU
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