b'CSIA 44 PRESIDENTS MESSAGECentralStates Insulation AssociationPresidents MessageBrad Viers - Smart Energy InsulationTHE STATE OF THE INDUSTRY PRESIDENTBrad ViersA long with every other type of business, the mechanical insulation industry is also feeling the effects of the worldwide pandemic caused by COVID-19. While the repercussions of the Coronavirus on your business and livelihood may not be fully apparent, the potential ripple effect is large within the construction industry. Many building suppliers reside outside of the US causing a potential shortage of building materials. Even materials produced within the US are seeing delays due to production line shutdowns, staff shortage, and back-orders. Even if you can get the materials, jobs may be delayed due to lack of skilled labor or cautious project owners. The reality is that the Coronavirus might be having more of an impact on your business than you realize. Maybe not right now, but it may be felt as the situation progresses through the winter months into spring.This is a great time to call upon your fellow CSIA Members for information and support. How is their business being affected and how are they dealing with the ever-evolving changes, whether it be with Dedicated to keeping its members at the forefront in their industrytheir particular states shutdown orders or the new safety standards being thrust upon businesses? Keep in mind, while the current construction environment looks different and it is difficult to predict what the future will look like, the discussion should not be doom and gloom, but more of a positive outlook on the future and what companies can do to be successful.We want to hear from you!Send us the observations and experiences that you have had due to these current events.We all have the advantage of sharing with each other as a group and using that information as a resource.Any information you would be willing to share will be used in the next issue.With your permission, you will be cited as a contributor of content, or you can remain anonymous.Email CSIA at info@csiaonline.org . Brad Viers CSIA President Smart Energy InsulationThe InsulatorJanuary 2021'