Arista Air Conditioning, Inc. (Long Island City, N.Y.) recently donated $2,500 to the Mechanical Contracting Education & Research Foundation (MCERF) in recognition of its contributions to the industry. MCAA President Stanley Berger, CEO of Arista, said the research work conducted by MCERF "...in the value chain area alone has had a positive impact on our business." He added that "...the work of the foundation is beneficial to all business segments and all sizes of business in our industry. It's quite simply one of the best investments you can make in your future if you want to continue to work in a viable industry." Bob FitzGerald, MCERF president, expressed his appreciation to Berger and Arista for the generous comments and the donation.

For further information about the foundation's education and research activities or to make a contribution, please contact Dennis Langley (dlangley@mcaa.org).