I walked the CSI Show yesterday in Baltimore. It was much smaller than last month's AIA Convention, but exhibitors said they found the attendees in Baltimore much more focused--there for the information.

I was surprised there wasn't a greater glass presence. Only three companies, J.E. Berkowitz, McGrory Glass and PPG exhibited from the glass side. Several others were also there from the curtainwall side, as well.

There was, not surprisingly, a strong green focus. One person said it seemed that green has gotten bigger than security glazing. So plenty of attendees were on hand with products to help achieve LEED points. PPG's employees were even wearing green shirts to further emphasize the trend.

The other big announcement was that next year CSI will become Construct 2008. It will be organized by Hanley Wood and CSI will be the main sponsor. While we know it will be in Las Vegas, dates have not been announced. It will be interesting to see what happens with this new event. It will at least give everyone another reason to visit Las Vegas.