Aloha! We welcome you to join us April 28th-May 1st in Honolulu on the Island of Oahu in the beautiful Hawaiian Islands. Our meeting will be at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel in downtown Honolulu on the sands of Waikiki beach. Don’t forget to bring your favorite Hawaiian shirt and shorts because the dress code for our meeting will be Island casual.

The Sheraton is in the middle of the shopping and dining section of Honolulu with many fine restaurants just a block or two away. When not in the meetings or sipping Mai-Tai’s at the pool bar, there are many exciting things to do in Oahu such as a visit to Pearl Harbor, North Shore Surfing, shopping at the International Market, or for the outdoor types, hiking Diamond Head or taking a Catamaran ride.

We have an excellent technical program with the highlight being a trip to a Formosan termite test site on the windward side of the Island. Builders will discuss the problems of building wood homes in Hawaii and how they deal with the termite problem. Many excellent speakers have been lined up for the meetings.

The Spouse/Guest Program is almost complete and it will certainly have the flavor of the islands. The social activities will include the Pickler’s Prance 5K walk/run and the Hackers Classic Golf Tournament at Turtle Bay. The hotel is located right on Waikiki beach and there are many beach activities such as surfing, scuba diving, snorkeling or just watching the sea turtles in the beautiful blue ocean.

The weather should be sunny and in the high 70’s or low 80’s. Come join us in beautiful Hawaii.

Mahalo!

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An Invitation From AWPA President Ken Laughlin

Ken Laughlin

American Wood Protection AssociationPost Office Box 361784Birmingham, Alabama 35236-1784USA

Make plans to attend

AWPA’s 109th Annual Meeting

April 28 to May 1, 2013Sheraton Waikiki Hotel

Honolulu Hawai’i USA

for the most up-to-date meeting information, visit us on the web at:

www.awpa.com/meetings/annual/hawaii.asp

Where to stay How to get there

AWPA’s 109th Annual Meeting will take place at the Sheraton Waikiki, which is located at the center of world-famous Waikiki Beach. The city/mountain view rate for this meeting is $195 USD, partial ocean view is $225 USD, and oceanfront is $255 USD. Additional room types and plans may be available at higher rates. Book your room as soon as possible, since the hotel is beginning to sell out on several nights. To obtain rates and availability, please visit the Annual Meeting web page (www.awpa.com/meetings/annual/hawaii.asp) and follow the link to book hotel reservations online. Alternately, you may reserve a room by calling 1-800-782-9488. Be sure to tell the reservations agent that you are attending the American Wood Protection Association meeting to obtain the group rate. The cut-off date for reservations is Thursday April 4, 2013, but again, you should try to reserve a room as soon as possible. You may be able to find rooms at other area hotels with lower rates, but please note that AWPA receives complimentary meeting space based on hotel occupancy, so we hope you will stay at the host hotel so that we may keep our registration fees at reasonable rates.

Honolulu is served by the Honolulu International Airport (HNL), which offers hundreds of commercial flights per day on 27 international and domestic carriers. Long flights from the mainland to Hawaii fill up early, so if you haven’t booked your flights yet, please consider doing so now. The hotel is located about 9 miles from the airport, but traffic can be congested in Honolulu. Rental cars, taxicabs (about $35, depending on traffic), and a shuttle service ($13 each way) are available at the airport. The hotel’s $12 resort fee includes self parking for one vehicle, but rental cars are also available at the hotel.2013 AWPA Annual Meeting Registration Fees (in USD)

Early Rate(By

March 8)

Regular Rate (By

April 5)

On-Site Rate(Apr 27 - May 1)

TotalAmounts

AWPA Member Registration $425 $475 $525 $

Non-Member Registration (Please consider joining AWPA for $180 and registering at the member rate - The member rate is honored when registration form is submitted along with a membership application approved by AWPA.) $600 $650 $700 $

Field Trip to Decay and Termite Test Plots (space is limited, so register soon) $40 $50 If available

Spouse/Companion Program Registration $175 $200 $250 $

Student Registration $50 $50 $50 $

Registration for Technical Committee Meetings Only (do not select if paying full registration) $25 $25 $50 $

Hacker’s Classic Golf Tournament (Sunday, April 28) My handicap is:Shirt size: I wish to be paired with: $170 $170

NotAvailable $

Supplier’s Showcase Registration (includes approximately 10’ wide space, table, chairs, and full meeting registration for one person - member or non-member) $850 $950

Not Available $

109th Annual Meeting Commemorative Pin: Enter desired quantity here: $25 each $25 each $25 each $

Pickler’s Prance 5K Fun Run/Walk: You must review and agree to the following: I, the runner/walker, understand that this event has some risk and I hereby agree to waive any claims against AWPA or its members in regard to my participation in this event. I agree.Name of participant: Shirt size:

Nocharge

Nocharge

NotAvailable $

POLICIES: To qualify for EARLY RATE, your form and payment must be received by March 8, 2013. Pre-registration closes on April 5, 2013. If your payment will not reach us by then, you must register on-site. We’re sorry, but there are NO REFUNDS if you cancel your registration for this meeting. Registration does not include hotel reservations or meals. Please contact us if you have any questions.

TOTALAMOUNT

SUBMITTED: $

Please complete this form and send to:American Wood Protection Association P.O. Box 361784 Birmingham, Alabama 35236-1784 USA

Telephone: 205-733-4077 Facsimile: 205-733-4075 Email: email@awpa.com Internet: www.awpa.com

Form of Payment: Check enclosed Visa MasterCard Discover American ExpressChecks must be in U.S. funds and made payable to American Wood Protection Association, Inc. (AWPA is a Section 501(c)(6) corporation.)

Cardholder Name: _______________________________ Signature: ________________________________________

Cardholder Address (if different from above): ___________________________________________________________

City: _____________________ State/Prov: __________ Zip/PC: ______________ Country: ___________________

Credit Card Number: ___________________________________________________ Exp. Date: __________________

Name of Attendee: _________________________________________________________________________________ First Name Last Name Preferred first name for badge (if different)

Name of Spouse (if attending): _______________________________________________________________________ First Name Last Name Preferred first name for badge (if different)

Organization/Company:_____________________________________________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ______________________ State/Prov: _____________ Zip/PC: ____________ Country: __________________

Telephone: _________________ Fax: __________________ Email: ________________________________________

Special Needs (diet, mobility, hearing, sight, etc.): ________________________________________________________

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Registration FormAmerican Wood Protection Association

109th Annual MeetingSheraton Waikiki Hotel, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA

NOTE: All times are tentative and subject to change

Saturday, April 271:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Registration Desk Open

1:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Executive Committee Meeting

Sunday, April 288:00 am - The 2013 AWPA “Hacker’s Classic”

Golf Tournament (Meet at the Turtle Bay Golf Club)

8:00 am to 5:00 pm - Registration Desk Open

8:00 am - Pickler’s Prance 5K Fun Run/Walk (Meet in Hotel Lobby)

1:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Task Group Meetings (check website often for posted meetings...the schedule is tentative and is subject to change)

6:00 pm to 7:30 pm - President’s Reception (Registered Attendees and spouses or guests - badge required for entry)

Monday, April 298:00 am to 5:00 pm - Registration Desk Open

8:15 am to 10:15 am - Opening Session

Keynote Address: Captain Gerald Coffee

2013 Award of Merit: Dr. Paul I. Morris

Recognition of Sponsors

General Committee Reports

President’s and Vice President’s Addresses

10:00 am to 4:00 pm - Spouse/Guest Program

10:15 am to 10:45 am - Business Session

Membership Report

Financial Report

Vote on amendments to By-Laws

Resolutions

Election Results

10:45 am to 11:00 am - Coffee Break

11:00 am to 12:00 noon - Technical Session 1: Hawaiian Builders Serssion, Coordinated by Ken Laughlin

Hawaiian Builders Roundtable Discussion - Robert Kayser, Jr., Jim Keller, Jim Labbe

Protection of Composites in Hawaii - Alan Ross

12:00 noon to 1:30 pm - Lunch (on your own)

1:30 pm to 5:00 pm - Technical Session 2: The Colley/Hartford Memorial Lecture and Research Symposium, coordinated by Jun Zhang and Ed Nichenko

The 2013 Colley/Hartford Memorial Lecture will be presented by Dr. Ken Grace, University of Hawaii at Manoa.

Research Symposium Topics Include:

Barrier System Redux: HM. Barnes, M.G. Sanders, & G.B Lindsey, Mississippi State University and C.R. McIntyre, McIntyre Associates, Inc.

Field Stake Test Performance of PXTS Treated Parallam PSL; Paul Merrick*, Weyerhaeuser and Darrell Nicholas, Mississippi State University

Effect of Pre-treatment Fungal Infection on the Chemistry of Micronized Copper Treated Wood; John N.R. Ruddick, University of British Columbia

A Novel Approach for a Laboratory Evaluation of Remedial Preservative Treatments; Doug Herdman, Osmose, Inc.

Just Right? A Comparison of Methods to Measure Decay in Accelerated Above-ground Field Exposures; Glenn Larkin* and Peter E. Laks, Michigan Technological University

Hawaii, An Ideal Location for Accelerated Above Ground Field Tests to Generate Predictive Performance Data; P. Walcheski*, L. Jin, A. Zahora, C. Shauwecker and A. Preston, Viance, LLC

Effect of Preservative Treatment on Spike Withdrawal from Douglas-fir Ties; Jeff Morrell, Oregon State University

Long-term Field Performance of Micronized Copper Azole Preservative using Industry Standardized Testing Procedure; Jun Zhang* and Rich Ziobro, Osmose, Inc.

Effect of Reusing Extraction Liquids from Microwave Extracted CCA-treated Wood and Anti-fungal Activities; Todd Shupe*, Chung Y. Hse and Xinan Zhang

The Effects of Different Preservatives on Electrical Resistance Properties in Crossties; Shane Kitchens, Mississippi State University

5:00 pm to 6:30 pm - Technical Forum Poster Session and Reception: Coordinated by Mike Sanders and Terry Amburgey - Posters Include:

Biotreatment of Highly Contaminated Creosote Processwater - Kimberly Walker, S. Langroodi, and H. Borazjani

Effects of Termite Procurement Variables on the AWPA E1-09 Standard Method for Laboratory Testing to Determine Resistance to Subterranean Termites - Jay Curole, Todd Shupe, Qinglin Wu, and Dennis Ring

Enhanced Remediation of Pentachlorophenol (PCP) Contaminated Groundwater by Bio-Augmentation of Bacterial Communities - Vaibhav Joshi, H. Borazjani, D.P. Ma, and M.L. Prewitt

Effects of Modification on the Properties of Pine Scrim Lumber - Weiqi Leng, Mike Barnes

Additional posters will be posted to the meeting web page.

Tuesday, April 308:00 am to 5:00 pm - Registration Desk Open

8:00 am to 10:00 am - Technical Session 3: Termite Symposium, coordinated by Ken Grace

Papers to be announced...please check the meeting web page.

10:00 am to 10:15 am - Coffee Break

10:15 am to 12:00 noon - Technical Session 4: New Preservative Systems, Coordinated by Jerry Winandy

Papers to be announced...please check the meeting web page.

12:00 noon to 1:30 pm - Lunch (on your own)

1:30 pm to 3:15 pm - Technical Session 5: Utility Issues

A Hot and Arid Pole World - Norman Sedillo, Public Service New Mexico

Potential for Controlling Carpenter Ants in Utility Poles with Borates - Mark Mankowski, American Borate Company

SCHEDULE OF E VENTSConditions of In-Service Guardrail Posts

After 20 Years - Jeff Morrell, Oregon State University

Creosote Absorption Through Skin Following Contact with Creosote-Treated Wood - John Butala

Australian Utility Practices - Michael Powell

3:15 pm to 3:30 pm - Coffee Break

3:30 pm to 5:00 pm - Technical Session 6: General Topics

Micronized Colorants for Treated Wood - Gary Converse, Osmose Inc.

Copper Chemistry - John Ruddick, University of British Columbia

Role of Drying in Wood Preservation - Andrew Zahora, Viance LLC

Copper Naphthenate and Boron, a Perfect Match - Mike Freeman

6:00 pm to 7:30 pm - Closing Reception and Awards Presentations

Wednesday, May 18:00 am to 11:00 am - Registration Desk Open

8:00 am to 1:00 pm - Formosan Termite and Wood Treatment Test Plot Field Trip

1:30 pm to 3:00 pm- ASC O5 Meeting

3:00 pm to 5:50 pm- Technical Committee Meetings (Only those committees with proposals are required to meet. The deadline for Spring proposals is March 2, and a final listing of committee meetings will be posted on or before March 5)

Thursday, May 2Technical Committee Meetings (if not

completed on Wednesday)

Suppliers’ ShowcaseThe Suppliers’ Showcase is a great way to reach potential customers and make them aware of your products and/or services at a very reasonable price. The cost for exhibit space is only $850 (for early registration) and includes an approximately 10 foot wide space, one table, and two chairs. This amount includes full meeting registration for one person, member or non-member. The Suppliers’ Showcase is normally held in conjunction with coffee breaks for a more inviting and relaxing interaction with potential sales contacts. We intentionally limit the number of spaces to maximize your opportunities to meet the people who need your products. To register, please use the appropriate box on the Annual Meeting registration form or register online.

2013 AWPA Hacker’s ClassicMany of you will remember the Inaugural Champions Tour Skins Game, featuring Arnold Palmer, Sam Snead, Gary Player and Chi Chi Rodriguez, played in 1988 on the Fazio Course at the Turtle Bay Golf Club, Oahu, Hawaii. AWPA has selected this Course as the site for the 2013 AWPA Hackers Classic Golf Tournament, to be held on Sunday morning, April 28, 2013. The Fazio Course has been named one of the top courses in the State of Hawaii. Located along the coastline of Oahu’s fabled North Shore, the course offers breathtaking views and challenging golf. It is considered a seaside links course with Bermuda grass fairways and Paspalum greens. This Hackers Classic promises to be the best yet, with a scramble format, shotgun start, contests, prizes, golf shirts, fun, and lunch at Lei Lei’s Bar & Grill at the Turtle Bay Resort.

What Banquet?This year, we’re trying something new....in light of the fact that there are so many great restaurants and nightlife venues only steps away from the hotel, we’ve decided to replace the banquet with an Awards Reception on Tuesday evening with Pickler’s Prance and Hacker’s Classic awards, and AWPA Officer/Executive Committee installation. You’ll have a great time with your fellow AWPA attendees before dinner that night.

Dates to Remember:Standardization proposals are due March 2

Early registration discounts end March 8Hotel reservations cut-off date is April 4

Pre-Registration closes on April 5

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Task Group and Technical Committee MeetingsTask Group Meetings are currently scheduled for Sunday, April 28, and will be posted to the website as time slots are requested. Usually, if more than four hours of total Task Group time is requested, we will split the meetings into two separate, concurrent tracks in order to minimize the number of meetings on Sunday morning during the golf and 5K events. Committee Meetings will take place on Wednesday, May 1 (and May 2 if necessary) and will be posted to the website as agendas are received from Committee Chairs. The only Technical Committees required to meet are those with proposals for standardization, which must be submitted to AWPA by the deadline of March 2 2013. Other Committees are permitted to meet if so requested by the Committee Chair, but scheduling priority is given to those Committees with pending proposals.

Things to See and Do in HawaiiWe’re not sure why you’d want to do anything other than attend the technical presentations at the Annual Meeting, but just in case you do, the hotel is situated in the heart of world-famous Waikiki Beach. Just a short walk or cab ride away are many local attractions such as museums, shopping, excellent restaurants, and many outdoor activities. Consider taking surf lessons, a submarine ride, or maybe even try your hand paddling an outrigger canoe. Other interesting things to see and do are well within an easy driving distance. For a complete look at island attractions, visit the Hawaii Convention and Visitor’s Bureau website: www.gohawaii.com.

2013 General ElectionsIn late February, ballot notices for the election of AWPA Officers, Executive Committee members, and Nominating Committee members for 2013-2014 were e-mailed to each AWPA member with an e-mail address on file. Paper ballots were sent to those without an e-mail address. If you are an AWPA member in good standing and have not yet received a ballot, please let us know and we will send another one to you. Remember, ballots must be received on or before Friday, April 12, 2013 to be counted. Only those members who are dues-current for 2013 are eligible to vote.

Pickler’s PranceThe 2013 Pickler’s Prance 5K Fun Run/Walk, sponsored by Rio Tinto Minerals, will take participants on a tour of world-famous Waikiki Beach. This event will take place the morning of Sunday, April 28. While there is no charge to participate, you are required to register to indicate your agreement with the waiver. You should also provide your shirt size. You may register for the event online or by marking the appropriate box on the printed registration form.

Spouse/Guest Program HighlightsWe hope your spouse or guest will join us for this year’s meeting in Hawaii! Sunday evening, registered spouses/guests will see old friends and make new ones at the President’s Reception. On Monday after the Keynote Address and the Award of Merit presentation, the group will go on a culinary adventure, tasting a variety of foods that are uniquely Hawaiian while enjoying the most beautiful sights on the Island of Oahu. Tuesday morning, registered spouses and guests will have a leisurely breakfast where they can get together and plan a day of activities on their own, such as shopping in the International Market, lunch on Lewers Street, a hiking trip at Diamond Head, or perhaps just relaxing on the beach. Also, registered spouses and guests are invited to attend the Tuesday evening awards reception.

NOTE: Sponsors are arranged first by amount of contribution, then alphabetically.For information on becoming an AWPA Sponsor, please contact us at 205-733-4077 or visit www.awpa.com/sponsors/

AWPA Proudly recognizes our 2013 Organizational SponsorsPLATINUM LEVEL SPONSORS

GOLD LEVEL SPONSORS

SILVER LEVEL SPONSORS

BRONZE LEVEL SPONSORSC. S. Industries, LLC

Etimine USA, Inc.A.W. Williams Inspection Co, Inc.

Anthony Wood TreatingCoastal Treated Products Company

Guelph Utility Pole Co., Ltd.Lake States Lumber

T. R. Miller Mill Company, Inc.

Langdale Forest ProductsOne Source

Arnold Forest Products CorporationGrupo Forestal La Ferte S.A. de C.V.

Kop-Coat, Inc.Peninsula Copper IndustriesTexas Electric Cooperatives

United Wood Treating Company

Ruetgers Organics GmbHTimber Products Inspection, Inc.Copper Care Wood Preservatives

Babb Lumber CompanyOxford Instruments

Bridgewell Resources, LLCAcme Wood Preserving

Weyerhaeuser Wood ProductsAmerican Chemet Corporation

Colfax Treating Company.

Bell Lumber and Pole CoLANXESS Corporation

Tank Fab, Inc.Troy Corporation

Applied Rigaku TechnologiesCox Industries

Pacific Wood Preserving Thomasson Company

The most up-to-date information is on the meeting web page:www.awpa.com/meetings/annual/hawaii.asp

Protemad USA Corp

Stella-JoneSMcFarland Cascade, A Stella-Jones Company

Sponsorship Opportunities AvailableAWPA is very grateful for the financial support of its Organizational Sponsors, whose contributions support AWPA’s ongoing activities. For these, as well as other organizations that would like to be recognized at the Annual Meeting, we offer sponsorship of various events, such as receptions, coffee breaks, the poster session, etc. If your organization is interested in sponsoring one of these events, or even just a part of one, please contact AWPA for more information and to determine how your organization can be recognized.