Chris Davis To He Honored at CFI Convention

Kansas City, MO, July 20, 2012 -- Certified Floorcovering Installers will mark its 19th anniversary at its annual convention in Nashville Aug. 9-11.

The convention is focused on education, new products, tools, proper use of existing products and the opportunity to discuss solutions to difficult situations that occur in the flooring industry, said Bob Gillespie, past president.

“CFI makes it easy for the manufacturer to meet one-on-one with the users of their products," Gillespie said.

"This is always considered a highlight of the convention because of the vast wealth of knowledge that is so readily available.  These contacts are used throughout the year by the installation professionals, dealers, inspectors and others in the industry."

CFI said 56 will be attending for the first time.

The seminar sessions include:
· Social Media – Tips That Work
· Concrete Moisture Testing – Why Relative Humidity?
· Spray Adhesives – New Innovations
· Working Smart in the Installation Business
· Trouble Shooting Tips for Wood and Laminate
· New Innovative Ideas for Installation
· Leaner, Greener, Larger, Lighter; Thin Tile Systems
· Heat Welding Hands-on Workshop
· Carpet Backings – What You Don’t Know Will Hurt!
· Installation Tips for LVT Flooring Installation – New Tips!
· TOOLS! TOOLS!  TOOLS! An Antique Collection!
 
Chris Davis, late President of the World Floor Covering Association will be honored on Thursday afternoon by Tom Jennings of the WFCA and the CFI members.

The first Chris Davis Achievement Award will be given in memory of the achievements that Davis contributed to the flooring industry.