While everybody is having holiday office parties, instead of you participating, it's usually the time you get the dumbest and most frantic emergency calls for service. The cold weather is getting serious and you're in the basement or on the rooftop while others are singing Christmas carols:

"If you always do more than people expect, they'll respond by expecting more".

Tell them what the rules are and how you want to be treated. If they don't like it, hand them a wrench and tell them to fix it.

If you demand respect, you'll get it. Call us-we'll never take you for granted!

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Christmas gift suggestion:
"A hug is a great gift ... one size fits all, it can be given for any occasion,
and it's easy to exchange." 
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IN THE NEWS

YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU FIND IN THE NEWS
HVAC System Blamed for Missing SpongeBob
NORWICH, Conn. - The case of a missing giant inflatable SpongeBob Square Pants, affixed to the roof of a Burger King restaurant in Norwich, Conn., was not the result of thieves, but rather the HVAC system. The Norwich police department declared the case of the missing SpongeBob, originally considered a larceny, solved after learning that a restaurant maintenance crew discarded a deflated SpongeBob after it melted into the rooftop heating system air ducts. Burger Kings in 14 states have reported thefts of their SpongeBob icons, placed to jointly promote the fast-food chain and a movie starring the animated children's character.

Honeywell Buys Novar
Earlier today, Honeywell announced that they have reached agreement with the board of directors of Novar plc on the terms of recommended offers for the entire issued ordinary and preference share capital of Novar. The acquisition of Novar, a U.K.-listed holding company, will strengthen their presence in Europe by expanding our Automation and Control Solutions (ACS) portfolio. They expect to complete the acquisition in the first quarter of 2005.


Winter Meeting Public Session to Provide Guidance for Hot, Humid Climates
ATLANTA - A public session, "Energy and Humidity Reduction Practices in Southern Climates," will be offered during the 2005 ASHRAE Winter Meeting in Orlando, Fla. The session, scheduled for Feb. 7, will provide guidance on energy- and humidity-control techniques in building design and construction, types of equipment that can be used, and how to commission and maintain these systems.

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Actual headlines:
"Panda Mating Fails; Veterinarian Takes Over"
"Teacher Strikes Idle Kids"
"Miners Refuse to Work after Death"
"Man Struck By Lightning Faces Battery Charge"
"New Study of Obesity Looks for Larger Test Group"
"Astronaut Takes Blame for Gas in Spacecraft"
"Kids Make Nutritious Snacks"
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UPCOMING EVENTS

The BuilSpec Educational Seminars
The BuilSpec Educational Seminars are intensive one-day, regional events designed for the building owners, facility managers, consulting and in-house engineer involved with designing projects in the midst of the sweeping changes occurring in the buildings industry. IT convergence, the Internet and open systems are all forming an integral part of this new design process, and the BuilSpec seminar series will provide these people with an objective and clear understanding of the technologies, initiatives and trends that are reshaping the building systems playing field. The BuilSpec seminars are brought to you by a collaboration between Consulting-Specifying Engineer and Clasma, Inc., the organizers of BuilConn. Visit: http://www.builspec.com

AHR Expo-Feb.7,8,9-Orlando Fl
Welcome to AHR Expo - the HVAC&R Industry Show! As the world's largest HVAC&R marketplace, AHR Expo is the primary showcase where leading manufacturers as well as new entrepreneurial companies display the latest HVAC&R systems, equipment, components, related products and services.  Don't forget to visit our Smart Parts booth #1064. Lots of ideas for building automation accessories, graphics and operating software.
Go to: ahrexpo and register.

XML Symposium Orlando, FL
The XML Symposium is a daylong, high-level introduction to the most important enabling technology for the future of integrated and intelligent buildings with a specific focus on the HVAC industry.
Held in conjunction with AHR Expo 2005 Feb 07, 2005 - Feb 09, 2005
Phone: 888-798-2222 E-mail: info@xml-symposium.com
Web site: www.xml-symposium.com

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What's the difference between a new wife and a new dog?
After a year, the dog is still excited to see you.

The one who can smile when things go wrong,
Just found someone to blame it on
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Looking for parts?
Don't forget- neccdelivers.com has 120,000 parts on line.

UPCOMING COURSES AT NECC:

January 11-12, 2005 - Introduction to Honeywell LCBS Seminar (Level 1)
The first of two seminars designed to familiarize attendees with the selection, operation and deployment of Honeywell's Light Commercial Building Solution TM products.
Click here for more details and registration information.

For information on booking one of our classes for your facility, contact Mark McGann at 800-227-9800 or email to mmcgann@neccdelivers.com

PRODUCT CORNER:

Are you looking for a cost effective method to provide precision modulation of resistive electrical loads for electric heating applications?

Viconics SCR power controls are designed to do just that!  Click here for more information.

Find & Measure Hidden Moisture

One of the greatest problems facing today's building owners and contractors is mold caused by excessive moisture. The moisture you can't see matters most when cleaning and restoring a property after water damage caused by storm, flood or fire. From hidden mold to unseen structural damage, undetected moisture risks health and property. Its oversight can create liability. That's why the right moisture meter makes the difference. More

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