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Here are definitions of each member type -

Manufacturing Membership - A Manufacturing Member shall be a business that makes architectural woodwork, i.e., specified by the design professionals including all exposed wood and special laminates and other materials.

Supplier Membership - A Supplier Member shall be a business that primarily supplies raw materials, products or services to architectural woodwork manufacturers.

Affiliate Membership - Individuals who wish to support the objective of the architectural woodwork industry and do not qualify as either manufacturer or supplier members may be accepted as Affiliate Members of AWI. i.e. Architect, General Contractor, Design or Woodwork Professional

Student Membership - Individuals who wish to support the objective of the architectural woodwork industry and are enrolled in an accredited university or program.

 

 

Manufacturer Member Benefits

Definition per Article III, Section 1 of the AWI Bylaws: "A Manufacturing Member shall be a business that makes architectural woodwork, i.e., specified by the design professionals including all exposed wood and special laminates and other materials."

 

Business Exposure and Opportunities for New Business:

• Use of the AWI Logo on all your company’s promotional materials
• You  company profiled on AWI's website- www.awinet.org
• Your company listing in Design Solutions magazine,  AWI's flagship quarterly magazine distributed to over 25,000 architects across North America.
• Participation in the Award of Excellence program. If selected, your company's work will be published in Design Solutions magazine.
• Your company listing in AWI's Membership Resource Directory.
• Design Pro Presentation Modules CD-ROM for making educational  presentations to design professionals and deliver AIA Learning Units.
  

Educational Programs for Professional Development:

• Educational seminars, plant tours and workshops deliver woodwork industry education on  Estimating, Financial Management, Marketing, Contracts and Project Management . New AWI Manufacturing Members receive one free seminar with first year of membership!
  
• Workshops at  AWI Chapters,  trade shows,  and AWI’s Professional Development and Leadership events provide insights on strategic planning, offer perspectives on important issues, enhance professional expertise and builds a network of other AWI Members just like you.
  
• Discounts on publications, resource materials and AWI Seminars.
  

Publications included with manufacturing membership:

• Architectural Woodwork Quality Standards Illustrated (QSI)
  AWI’s 685-page manual provides industry standards, test and general information for fine architectural woodwork plus, you'll receive it companion CD-ROM version.
• Veneer Solutions
  An informational  color guide to review, select , and specify  hardwood veneers used in fine architectural woodwork.
• Design Solutions
  AWI’s flagship quarterly magazine, a vehicle for educating architects and design professionals about quality architectural woodwork and the merits of incorporating it into their projects.
• Quality Solutions
  Learn how to use and leverage the AWI Quality Certification Program's benefits that delivers assurances of quality woodwork that is AWI Q.S. compliant.
• NewsBriefs
  AWI’s monthly newsletter that keeps AWI members up to date of both the Association and industry news
• E-Briefs
  AWI’s weekly e-mail update keeps  you informed about member and industry news and developments
• AWI Membership Resource Directory
  Our annual Membership directory showcases  AWI Manufacturing and Supplier Members along with the sources of supply common to our industry.
• Toolbox Talks
  Serves as talking points for conducting in-house sessions with employees about all aspects of safety.
• Cost Book
  A 380-page manufacturing members-only cost estimating system. The Cost Book provides industry average labor time required for woodworking operations. Also includes lumber waste factor multipliers, machining tables, and Break Even analysis tables and formulas.
• Cost of Doing Business Survey Report and Compensation Study
  AWI’s annual survey designed as a tool to guide owners and key managers to help improve their profits with direct comparisons from companies working in the same industry and region. 
• Safety Solutions
  AWI's safety management and resource system on CD-Rom makes it simple and easy to implement a first class Safety program in your shop. A safe shop adds profits to your bottom line.
  

And Other Benefits:

• Networking opportunities with members in your industry.
• Technical assistance from staff experts on priority basis.
• ASA Membership Discount: AWI members pay only $250 to join the American Subcontractors Association. This is a special discounted rate for AWI members only, who like many specialty contractors, face issues such as slow payment, non-payment, rising insurance premiums, unfair risk allocation, inequitable contracts and burdensome regulations. The ASA represents all specialty contractors in the construction industry and advocates on their behalf on Capitol Hill.
• Discount pricing on publications.
• Discounts on AWI event registration.

 

Membership Dues:

Annual Manufacturing Membership dues are based on the manufacturing company's gross annual sales**.

Annual Dues    Gross Annual Sales

 $2,400.00 USD - sales over $2,000,001

 $1,200.00 USD - sales between $500,001 to $2,000,000

 $   600.00 USD - sales under $500,000*

 *(All manufacturing companies with gross annual sales under $500,000 must additionally complete & submit an AWI Small Business Program application form with membership application.)

 

  **Architectural woodwork sales are defined for dues purposes means: Total sales of exterior and interior woodwork, panel work, partition work, casework and fixtures as supplied or manufactured for all types of buildings. All components and related services preformed by an AWI member thereto are included, which are further identified as including wood, metal, laminates, plastics, fabrics, glass, doors, windows, hardware, design work, finishing and installation. Each declaration shall further include total sales of all plants operating under a single entity.

Supplier Member Benefits

Definition per Article III, Section II of the AWI Bylaws: "A Supplier Member shall be a business that primarily supplies raw materials, products or services to architectural woodwork manufacturers."

Business Exposure and Opportunities for New Business:

• Use of AWI’s Logo on all your company’s promotional materials to show your affiliation with an internationally known association.
• Your own company listing on AWI's website, www.awinet.org, accessible to potential customers seeking suppliers to the architectural woodwork industry.
• Your company listing in AWI's Membership Resource Directory, a resource used by thousands.
• Networking opportunities: You are invited to attend meetings, seminars, be a part of committees or task forces and join an AWI local chapter, all with potential customers.
• Access to an electronic list of AWI's 1,000+ manufacturing member companies.
• AWI Membership plaque to display in your office.
• Technical assistance from staff experts, on a priority basis from our office.
• Discount pricing on all AWI publications.
• Advertise your company in Design Solutions magazine and Member Resource Directory at specially discounted member rates.
  

Publications & other benefits included with supplier membership:

• Architectural Woodwork Quality Standards Illustrated (QSI) AWI’s 685-page manual provides industry standards, test and general information for architectural woodwork. You will also receive this in CD ROM
• Veneer Solutions
  A guide to selecting and specifying wood veneers.
• Design Solutions
  AWI’s flagship quarterly magazine, a vehicle for educating architects and design professionals about quality architectural woodwork and the merits of incorporating it into their projects.
• Quality Solutions
  Learn how to use and reap the many benefits offered by the AWI Quality Certification Program through assurance of woodwork that is AWI Q.S. compliant.
• NewsBriefs
  AWI’s monthly newsletter that keeps AWI members up to date of both the Association and industry news.
• E-Briefs
  AWI’s weekly e-mail update keeping you informed about member and industry news and developments.
• Learning Resource Catalog
  A unique collection of special publications where you’ll find Architectural Woodwork resources, business management, Contracts, Safety Training, Materials, and the AWI store.
• AWI Membership Resource Directory
  Our annual Membership directory showcasing AWI Manufacturing and Supplier Members along with sources of supply
• AWI Sponsor & Exhibitor opportunities
  

Membership Dues:

Annual Supplier membership dues are based on the supplier company's gross annual sales.

Annual Dues     Gross Annual Sales

$1,100 USD - sales over $10,000,001

$   900 USD - sales between $5,000,001-$10,000,000

$   700 USD - sales under $5,000,000

Affiliate Membership Benefits

Definition per Article III of the AWI Bylaws: "Individuals who wish to support the objective of the architectural woodwork industry and do not qualify as either manufacturer or supplier members may be accepted as Affiliate Members of AWI."

Publications included with Affiliate Membership:

• Architectural Woodwork Quality Standards Illustrated (QSI) - AWI’s 685-page manual provides industry standards, test and general information for architectural woodwork. You will also receive this in CD ROM format.
• A guide to selecting and specifying wood veneers.
• AWI’s flagship quarterly magazine, a vehicle for educating architects and design professionals about quality architectural woodwork and the merits of incorporating it into their projects.
• Learn how to use and reap the many benefits offered by the AWI Quality Certification Program through assurance of woodwork that AWI Q.S. compliant. 

And Other Benefits

• Free updates to the AWI Quality Standards Illustrated book.
• Technical assistance and support from staff experts on priority basis.
• AIA CES provider through workshops, seminars and in house Lunch n Learn programs conducted by staff and members.
• Discount pricing on publications.
• Representation on AWI’s Development Council and invitation to participate in seminars, convention and chapter activities.
• Networking opportunities with AWI members.
  

Membership Dues:

Affiliate membership dues are $75.00 for the first year and only $25.00 to renew each year after.

Student Membership Benefits

Individuals who wish to support the objective of the architectural woodwork industry and are enrolled in an accredited university or program.

Publications included with Student Membership:

Architectural Woodwork Quality Standards Illustrated (QSI) AWI’s 685-page manual provides industry standards, test and general information for architectural woodwork. You will also receive this in CD ROM format.

Design Solutions AWI’s flagship quarterly magazine, a vehicle for educating architects and design professionals about quality architectural woodwork and the merits of incorporating it into their projects.

Student membership dues are $20.00; no other publications, benefits, or discounts are associated with AWI Student Membership.