ACPA Members Voice Approval for Changes to Certification Program 08/2/2010
Recently, ACPA members were asked to participate in a survey regarding their use of the ACPA Operator Certification program after several dramatic changes were implemented January 1, 2010 , including adding a four-hour safety training requirement.
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Excise Tax Audit Update 08/2/2010
Have you purchased a concrete pump within the past three years? If so, you might receive a notice from the IRS regarding a Form 720 examination for retail excise tax.
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Recognition for Safety Trained Operators 08/2/2010
Operators who attend an ACPA Safety Seminar, complete the six series tests of the Certification Prep DVDs, or who are graduates of the ACPA Operator Training Program will now receive a hardhat decal stating “ACPA Safety Trained” as a badge of distinction for their accomplishment.
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Certification Survey Results Set Benchmark for Industry Awareness 08/2/2010
According to the recent ACPA certification survey results, only 60 percent of participating members use certification as a means to secure work and just 19 percent of the respondents had experienced certification as requirement for a recent pumping job.
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Tennessee Pumper Appointed 08/2/2010
At the ACPA spring board meeting, Jon Kemp of Concrete Pump Partners LLC in Nashville, Tennessee was appointed to serve in a one-year vacancy position as “pumper at large” on the ACPA Board of Directors.
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ACPA Presents Awards 04/12/2010
Each year, the ACPA recognizes one outstanding concrete pump operator for his or her exemplary safety achievements, and to who have demonstrated a devotion to their field.
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ARB Gives Relief to Off-Road Construction Equipment Owners 04/12/2010
Air Resources Board executive officer James N. Goldstene issued the following statement recently:
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In Memoriam Steve Merli, Sr. 04/12/2010
Steve Merli, Sr., ACPA member and founder of Merli Concrete Pumping, passed away on December 12, 2009 after a long illness.
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Tax Incentives for Pumpers 04/12/2010
Congress extends the amount that small businesses may write-off for capital expenditures under Section 179: $134,000 in 2010.
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In Memoriam: Bernard J. “Butch” Pietrini 04/12/2010
Bernard J. “Butch” Pietrini, 62, of Villanova, Pennsylvania, president of the King of Prussia Equipment Corporation and vice-president of B. Pietrini & Sons Inc., died January 1, at Jefferson University Hospital.
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ACPA Certification Video Promotes Safety Through Education 04/12/2010
The American Concrete Pumping Association (ACPA) has produced a new video “INSIST ON IT” that encourages the use of certified operators when using or hiring a concrete pump.
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ACPA Announces New Jobsite Safety Poster 04/12/2010
The American Concrete Pumping Association (ACPA) is pleased to announce another addition to its expansive repertoire of concrete pump safety training materials with the newly released Concrete Pumping Jobsite Safety Poster.
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Free Seminar Delivers $ensible Insight Into Industry Economics 04/12/2010
“You can no longer depend on the equity in your equipment to realize a profit in this business, in today’s world you have to make money at what you do – pumping concrete – if you plan to survive” says Ed Lothamer, current president of EDL Equipment, Inc. and past concrete pump fleet owner.
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ACPA Members Elect Board of Directors 04/12/2010
Members of the American Concrete Pumping Association (ACPA) recently elected new pumper-at-large directors Wayne Bylsma, Cherokee Concrete Pumping, Hampton, Georgia; and Matt Kaminsky, ACI Concrete Placement, Wichita, Kansas to the ACPA Board of Directors.
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ACPA Board of Directors Elects Officers 04/12/2010
The Board of Directors of the American Concrete Pumping Association (ACPA) held their Executive Board Election immediately following the ACPA Annual Membership Meeting, February 3, 2010.
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All Pumped Up! 12/22/2009
This past September, the ACPA held its 2009 Educational Conference, “Pumping MORE Knowledge Into Your Business.” The event, building off of the 2007 Conference, was another huge success, with over 149 attendees from all over North America, including Panama.
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New Operator Study Guide CD 12/22/2009
Operators preparing for the ACPA Operator Certification Exam now have the option of studying for the test with the help of an audio CD of the ACPA Operator Study Guide.
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Safety Training Requirement for Certification in Effect 12/22/2009
Beginning January 01, 2010, the four-hour ACPA sanctioned safety training requirement will take effect as a prerequisite for operators taking the ACPA Operator Certification Test.
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2009 Concrete Pumping Industry Survey Results Presented at "Dollars and $ense" Seminar 12/22/2009
The 2009 American Concrete Pumping Association’s Industry Survey provides detailed results of concrete pumping contractors’ operated rental rates for boom pumps and trailer pumps. It also provides information on operator pay scales throughout the country.
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Pumper Needs Help 12/22/2009
Joel Garbacik of Vermont Concrete Pumping, a small pump company in central Vermont, was involved in an accident which left him severely injured, with third degree burns on over 30 percent of his upper body.
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Surviving a Tough Economy - Part 2 of 2 10/08/2009
Surviving in the Heartland - The Kansas-Missouri area has not escaped the economic doldrums. According to Matt Kaminsky, one of the owners of ACI Concrete Placement, LLC, business has been tight and “jobs are still tight.” “For example,” he explained, “four jobs we had scheduled are on hold due to a lack of money. These were all commercial ventures, including a water park that was originally set to cost $780 million. Well, they’ve downsized the project, again due to a lack of funding.”
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Help Wanted 10/08/2009
The ACPA is currently seeking qualified individuals to run for the 2010-2011 ACPA Board of Directors Election.
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Have You Ever Attended an ACPA Board Meeting? 10/07/2009
If you are an ACPA member and have never attended an ACPA Board Meeting you may not only be missing out on a unique opportunity to have a voice in shaping the future of the concrete pumping industry, but you may also find your involvement personally and professionally rewarding by the relationships you will foster and the knowledge you will receive.
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ACPA Launches Certification Promotion Program 10/7/2009
The ACPA has begun launching an industry-wide promotion of the ACPA Certified Operator Program, informing contractors on the benefits of using certified operators when pumping concrete. The promotion encourages contractors to choose companies whose operators are ACPA certified when selecting a pumping service for their jobs.
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Added Member Benefit 10/07/2009
For a limited time, ACPA members may post a classified ad free of charge on the new ACPA blog site “The Hopper”: www.atthehopper.com.
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Survival In A Tough Economy 07/20/2009
The infrastructure stimulus plan has given the construction industry hope of recovery. To date, it has been slow in getting enough momentum so that all of the industry is benefiting.
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Yes We Can! Northern California Pumpers Ready for Work 07/20/2009
Many San Francisco Bay area pumpers are now safetytrained, ACPA-certified, and ready to pump concrete after attending
the ACPA Operator Safety Seminar held at the Schwing America facility in Livermore, California on April 18, 2009.
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ACPA is Now on Facebook! 06/22/2009
American Concrete Pumping Association now has its very own "fan" page on the world's most popular social networking site - Facebook!
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New Changes Coming to ACPA Certification Program 06/1/2009
Major changes are in store for the ACPA Certification Program. In an effort to increase the safety awareness level of Certified Concrete Pump Operators, beginning January 01, 2010 the following will take effect.
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ACPA Presents Awards 04/07/2009
Three 2009 ACPA Pioneer Awards were awarded recently at the ACPA Annual Membership Meeting.
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ACPA Presents Operator of the Year Award 04/07/2009
Each year, the ACPA presents the Operator of the Year Award to the ACPA Certified Concrete Operator whose outstanding performance, dedication, and exemplary safety record are outstanding amongst their peers.
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ACPA WOC Seminar Success 04/07/2009
Three seminars were sponsored by the American Concrete Pumping Association during this year’s World of Concrete: Concrete Pump Operator Safety; Co-Worker Safety When Working With a Concrete Pump on the Job; and What’s In Your Wallet 101 – The Basics.
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ACPA Elects Officers and Directors 04/07/2009
Newly elected regional board members officially took office and new general board members were elected at the 2009 American Concrete Pumping Association’s Annual Membership Meeting held on Wednesday, February 4th, 2009, at the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel.
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ACPA Certification and Re-Certification Tests Updated 03/27/2009
The ACPA Certification Committee has made several updates and revisions to the ACPA Certification and Re-Certification tests which are reflected in Version 01.09 of each test.
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Revised ACPA Safety Manual 03/27/2009
Version 6.0.1 of the ACPA Safety Manual Series (English and Spanish versions) is now available for distribution to the concrete pumping industry.
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American Concrete Pumping Association Launches Online Safety Store 07/6/2006
After months of development, the American Concrete Pumping Association has made it easier for you to get access to concrete pumping safety information.
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The ACPA Takes a Position 07/6/2006
With the release of its official position papers, the American Concrete Pumping Association will make its position known on many issues relating to the concrete pumping industry.
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New Safety DVD Released by the American Concrete Pumping Association 07/6/2006
The verdict is in…the more you know, the safer it gets. At least that is the message being promoted by the ACPA with the release of its latest DVD, "The More You Know, The Safer It Gets."
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New Outrigger Safety bulletin available 04/3/2006
The American Concrete Pumping Association (ACPA) has released two new safety bulletins "Setting Outriggers to Prevent Accidents" and "Setting Outriggers to Prevent Accidents II - Shortrigging".
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Revised Co-Worker Safety CD/DVD 03/31/2006
The American Concrete Pumping Association (ACPA) has just released new versions of the ACPA "Co-Worker Safety Training" CD and the "Co-Worker Safety Rules" DVD.
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Get On Our E-mail List 02/16/2006
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The Third Annual Regional Showcase of Concrete Construction to Take Place in October 08/4/2010
The Maryland Ready Mix Concrete Association, Frederick, Maryland, in partnership with the American Society of Concrete Contractors, St. Louis, Missouri, will present the third annual Showcase of Concrete Construction, October 11-12, 2010 at Ten Oaks Ballroom, Clarksville, Maryland.
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Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc. Announces Mortar Equipment Manager for Latin America and the Caribbean 08/2/2010
Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc., the industry leader in the design and manufacture of wet- and dry-process shotcrete equipment, has appointed Alfonso Roa as its mortar equipment product manager for Latin America and the Caribbean.
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Genuine Schwing Parts at Genuine Prices 08/2/2010
In an effort to help customers prepare their Schwing pumps for increased business activity, the company has announced a new pricing campaign on many of the most popular Genuine Schwing wear parts.
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Cemstone’s Tim Becken Chosen to Lead National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) Board of Directors 08/2/2010
Cemstone, an Upper Midwest leader in high performance concrete, engineering services, aggregates, decorative concrete and masonry products, today announced that Tim Becken, the company’s senior vice president of operations, was installed this week by the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) membership as the chairman of its board of directors.
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ProPART™ Appoints Customer Support Representative 08/2/2010
ProPART™, Putzmeister America, Inc.’s newly created comprehensive part source, announces Dwight Stanton as its customer support representative.
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Winning Projects Represent the Versatility and Innovation of Shotcrete 08/2/2010
The American Shotcrete Association (ASA) is proud to announce the recipients of the 5th Annual Outstanding Shotcrete Project Award Recipients. This announcement coincides with the release of the first awards issue of Shotcrete Magazine.
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Jason Zignego Named Schwing Stationary Pump Sales Manager 08/2/2010
Schwing has appointed Jason Zignego as sales manager of the company’s successful Stationary Pump Division.
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Pro-Tech Expands Offerings to Repair Services on Other Manufacturers’ Equipment 08/2/2010
Putzmeister America, Inc.’s Pro-Tech Certified Pre-owned Equipment Center is expanding its offerings to include repair service of competitive manufacturers’ concrete and material placing equipment.
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American Shotcrete Association Announces the Election of New President and Officers 08/2/2010
The American Shotcrete Association (ASA) is pleased to announce the election of Patrick Bridger, Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc. and the 2010 class of new Officers and Directors.
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American Concrete Institute Announces New Executive Vice President 08/2/2010
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce that Ronald G. Burg, formerly vice president at CTLGroup, has been named executive vice president of ACI.
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American Shotcrete Association Announces the Opening of the 2010-2011 Graduate Scholarship Program 08/2/2010
The American Shotcrete Association (ASA) is now accepting applications for graduate scholarships for the 2010-2011 academic year.
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Schwing Increases Call Center Staffing 08/2/2010
Schwing has recalled Lyle Trulsen, a 10-year Schwing employee with experience in production, parts and service, to their Call Center to keep pace with increasing parts orders and service inquiries.
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ASCC Publishes Position Paper on Acceptable Use of Calcium Chloride 08/2/2010
The American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, Mo., has published Position Statement #31, “Acceptable Use of Calcium Chloride in Concrete”, the latest in a series of papers on key issues of interest to cast-in-place concrete contractors, architects and engineers.
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Conco Pumping and Belting, Inc. Helps Students Give Back to Their Community in Concrete 08/2/2010
ACPA member Conco Pumping and Belting, Inc (Conco), Concord, California, recently donated the use of a their concrete pump with and their ACPA certified operator to assist students in the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program at California State University, Chico Campus.
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Unified Carrier Registration System: Do Your Pumps Travel Across State Lines? 08/2/2010
Any vehicle issued a U.S. DOT number by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and engaged in interstate or international commerce must register and pay the applicable fees with the Unified Carrier Registration Service (UCR).
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ASCC Announces Annual CEO Forum 08/2/2010
The American Society of Concrete Contractors will hold its annual CEO Forum July 29-August 1 at the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, Ojai, California.
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Schwing Launches E-Newsletter 08/2/2010
Schwing America has introduced a new e-newsletter to communicate important news and information to customers and concrete industry professionals.
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Portland Cement Association Forecasts a Modest Economic Upturn 08/2/2010
Expected increases in public construction activities will pave the way for improved cement consumption in 2010 and beyond, according the most recent economic forecast from the Portland Cement Association (PCA).
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Cell Phones While Driving— Don’t Do It! 08/2/2010
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), driver distraction is involved in 80 percent of crashes and 65 percent of near crashes, with cell phones being the number one distraction.
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Putzmeister America, Inc. Releases 2010 Service School Schedule 04/12/2010
Putzmeister America, Inc. announces its 2010 service school schedule. Classes help customers maximize the operation and efficiency of their new and existing Putzmeister equipment.
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I-35W Bridge Receives 2010 Design Excellence Award from the Portland Cement Association 04/12/2010
Cemstone, the Upper Midwest’s leader in high performance concrete, pervious concrete and engineering services has learned that the new I-35W bridge has received an Awards of Excellence recognition by the Portland Cement Association (PCA) at its 2010 PCA Concrete Bridge Conference held in Phoenix, Arizona on February 25. To date, the I-35W bridge has received more than 25 regional and national awards.
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Schwing Dealer Awards Presented at World of Concrete 04/12/2010
Schwing held their annual dealer meeting on February 1, 2010 in Las Vegas in conjunction with the World of Concrete. The meeting included presentations by Schwing executives regarding product updates and market conditions, and culminated in a dealer awards ceremony.
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Putzmeister America, Inc. Promotes Aguilar to Vice President of Sale - Latin America and the Caribbean 04/12/2010
Putzmeister America, Inc. announces Marc Aguilar as vice president of salesLatin American and the Caribbean (LACA).
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Putzmeister America, Inc. Gives Distributors Acclaim at 2010 World of Concrete Event 04/12/2010
Kicking off the World of Concrete 2010, Putzmeister America, Inc. celebrated the achievements of its distributors in 2009 at a reception in TAO Asian Bistro and Nightclub (TAO) at The Venetian® Las Vegas.
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New Hire for ASCC 04/12/2010
Rocky R. Geans has joined the American Society of Concrete Contractors, St. Louis, as director of member services. Geans is the owner of L.L. Geans Construction Co., Mishawaka, Indiana, a concrete subcontracting firm.
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Schwing Promotes O’Malley to Vice President, Sales and Marketing 04/12/2010
Schwing America Inc. has named long-term employee, Tom O’Malley, to the position of vice president, sales and marketing for the company. The promotion comes after O’Malley served the manufacturer for 13 years in various capacities. “Tom’s product knowledge and strong commitment to customer service made him the natural choice for this position,” explained Schwing America CEO Brian Hazelton.
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Zoomlion Finance and Leasing Co. Ltd: “A Valuable Tool to Support Our Customers” 04/12/2010
The Zoomlion Group, one of leading world players in the construction equipment industry, represents one of the most attractive emerging alternatives for customers all over the world, Zoomlion Finance and Leasing Company Ltd. The group shows a positive track record of impressive and rapid growth over the past few years by results obtained through both internal growth and important strategic acquisitions.
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Putzmeister America, Inc. Certified ISO 9001:2008 12/22/2009
Putzmeister America, Inc. is now certified to the newest 9001:2008 quality standard. The manufacturer was first certified ISO 9001 back in 1998 and later certified to ISO 9001:2000 in 2003.
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Schwing Goes Online with Parts 12/22/2009
In an effort to better service the needs of its growing customer base, Schwing America has announced the launch of their new online parts system, SCHWINGPARTS.COM.
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Putzmeister America, Inc. Appoints New Thom-Katt® National Sales Manager 12/22/2009
Putzmeister America , Inc . Announces Drew Williams as its new Thom-Katt® national sales manager.
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Con Forms Launches New Website 12/22/2009
Construction Forms, Inc. announces the launch of its new website packed with product information, web-only promotions, plus a new website star, Peter Piper.
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CIFA/Zoomlion to Showcase Full Line at Bauma 2010 12/22/2009
CIFA and Zoomlion announced they will exhibit the full product line of products at Bauma 2010, using over 30,000 square feet of outdoor exhibit space.
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Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc. Celebrates 100th Anniversary 12/22/2009
Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc., a leading manufacturer of wetand dry-process shotcrete equipment, is celebrating its 100th anniversary in the sprayed concrete industry.
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ASCC Announces Safety Awards 12/22/2009
Concrete contractors with exemplary safety records were recognized by the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, Missouri, at the association’s annual conference, September 17, in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc. Introduces Money-Saving Equipment Specials on Web 12/22/2009
Bargain hunters in the sprayed concrete and mortar industries can take advantage of a new online offering recently introduced on the Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc. (Allentown) website, featuring discounted equipment specials.
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Schwing Appoints New Warranty Administrator 12/22/2009
Zach Morris has been appointed to the posi t ion of warranty administrator by Schwing America.
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Schwing Consolidates Stationary Pump Manufacturing 12/22/2009
In an effort to better utilize existing manufacturing capacity, Schwing America Inc., a member of the Schwing Group, has announced the relocation of their production facility from Marietta, Goergia.
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Esser Pipe Technology Announces Sales Director 12/22/2009
Esser Pipe Technology (Esser) has appointed Dick Farrell as sales director.
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Schwing Announces 2010 Training Schedule: “Building a Foundation of Knowledge” 12/22/2009
Schwing has announced their 2010 service seminar schedule, which has again been divided into three different levels to appeal to a wide audience of concrete pumping professionals.
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CIFA USA, Inc. Partners with Marcotte Machinery 12/22/2009
CIFA USA, Inc. has partnered with Marcotte Mining Machinery Services located in Sudbury, Ontario, for the development of their new line of heavy duty robotic shotcrete sprayers.
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MacLean Engineering Partners with Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc. 10/08/2009
MacLean Engineering (MacLean), manufacturer of carriers, drilling equipment and haulers for the mining industry, announces the development of its new self-contained shotcrete spraying machine using Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc.’s (Allentown) expertise and spraying components.
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Schwing Pump Sets World Record on Hydroelectric Project 10/08/2009
A Schwing SP 4800 stationary pump equipped with a 200KW electric motor recently set a world pumping distance record on the Parbati hydroelectric project in the Kulu district of the northern province of Himachal Pradesh in India.
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Esser Pipe Technology Unveils New Website 10/09/2009
Esser Pipe Technology (Esser) launched its new website in July at www.esserpipetech.com.
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Putzmeister America, Inc. Is Blogging 10/08/2009
Putzmeister America, Inc. launched its “Putzmeister Tricks of the Trade” blog at www.putzmeistertricks.com in August.
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Schwing Appoints New Sales Director of Ready Mix Products 10/08/2009
Miguel Jahncke, longtime Schwing employee and former Director of Schwing Mexico, has been appointed to the position of Sales Director of Ready Mix Products.
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Putzmeister America, Inc.’s Customer Source – On the Leading Edge for You 10/08/2009
Putzmeister America, Inc.’s Customer Source is your one source for parts and support, and is unveiling its new image.
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Putzmeister America, Inc. Opens Brazil Location 10/08/2009
Putzmeister America Inc., announces the establishment of its new location, Putzmeister Brazil Ltda. (PMB), for the sales and service of Putzmeister concrete pumps in Brazil.
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Schwing America Announces Appointment of New CEO 10/08/2009
Schwing America Inc. (St. Paul, Minnesota) has named Brian Hazelton as its new chief executive officer.
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Website Showcases Manufacturers and Pumper Videos 10/08/2009
The website video.concretepumping.com features a multitude of videos provided by manufacturers of concrete pumps and concrete pumpers.
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ASA Announces Fall Committee Meetings 10/08/2009
The American Shotcrete Association (ASA) is pleased to announce the Fall 2009 Committee Meetings in New Orleans, LA., at the New Orleans Marriott, Nov. 7-9, 2009.
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New Director of Member Services for American Society of Concrete Contractors 10/08/2009
Mark Clervi has joined the American Society of Concrete Contractors, St. Louis, as director of member services.
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John Roecklein Retires 10/08/2009
John Roecklein started in the concrete pumping industry in the early 1990's. He worked as a programmer for "Pumpware Systems" owned by Mike Minch who he met in Hawaii.
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Schwing Adds Sales Manager For Mexico and Central America 10/08/2009
Victor H. Hernández has been named Sales Manager for Mexico and Central America by Schwing.
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Safety is Paramount at Putzmeister America, Inc. 10/08/2009
Putzmeister America, Inc. is keeping safety at the forefront by commemorating its outrigger fuel tank’s five-year safety certification anniversary.
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Putzmeister America, Inc. Premieres 70Z-Meter DVD 10/08/2009
Putzmeister America, Inc. is premiering its new DVD featuring the world’s largest truck-mounted concrete boom pump, the Putzmeister 70Z-Meter, and its innovative technological features on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/user/PutzmeisterAmerica, and in Putzmeister America’s video library at www.putzmeister.com.
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Instructional Videos on Fritz- Pak Admixtures Now Available 10/08/2009
Fritz-Pak announces that instructional videos on the use of our Slick-Pak pumping products and Super Air Plus air entraining admixture can now be viewed on our website http://www.fritzpak.com.
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Putzmeister America, Inc. Debuts Plastic Water Tank 10/08/2009
Putzmeister America, Inc. debuted its new composite polyurethane, or plastic, water tank on a 40Z-Meter Series II Detach Boom Pump at the World of Concrete 2009 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Putzmeister America’s Midwest Repair & Service Center is Closer Than You Think 07/20/2009
Bringing its service into the field, Putzmeister America, Inc.’s Sturtevant, Wisconsin-based Midwest Repair & Service Center is making jobs easier and reducing downtime for its customers.
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Schwing Select Certified Pre-Owned Pumps Announced with Unprecedented Warranties 07/20/2009
Schwing Select is a new program announced by the company to provide reconditioned pre-owned concrete pumps that offer better-than-new warranties.
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CPMA to Discontinue Publishing CPMA 27–2000 Safety Standard 07/20/2009
The Concrete Pump Manufacturers Association will stop publishing its Safety Standard CPMA 27–2000 as of June 10, 2009. The American Society of Mechanical Engineers B30.27–2009 Safety Standard now contains all the pertinent information that had been contained in the CPMA standard, including safety information aimed at the pumping portion of concrete pumping systems, making CPMA 27–2000 redundant and unnecessary.
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Putzmeister America, Inc. Launches Genuine Parts Online Webshop 07/20/2009
Offering greater convenience for its distributors, Putzmeister America, Inc. is launching its Genuine Parts Online Webshop through its website, www.putzmeister.com, located in the Parts & Service section.
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Schwing Announces Product Service Administrator 07/20/2009
Schwing has created a new position of product service administrator in the company’s ongoing process of providing excellent customer service. Veteran service employee Myron Morehouse, with more than 20 years of experience with Schwing products, has accepted this new position.
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Putzmeister America, Inc. Wins Advertising Awards 07/20/2009
Putzmeister America, Inc. is the recipient of two first place Bell Awards from the Business Marketing Association (BMA)—Milwaukee Chapter in recognition of the company’s last two advertising campaigns. The awards were presented at the Chapter’s annual Bell Awards event, which recognizes outstanding work produced for business-to-business advertisers, on Tuesday, April 7, 2009.
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Fritz-Pak Corporation Honored for Its Environmentally Friendly Concrete Headquarters 07/20/2009
The newly constructed Fritz-Pak Corporation headquarters in Mesquite, Texas has been honored with the “2009 Outstanding Project Summit Award” for projects under $5 million for its new industrial warehouse/office facility.
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Concrete Pump Supply Announces Partnership with IMER USA, Inc. 07/20/2009
Concrete Pump Supply (CPS) announced today a partnership with IMER USA, Inc. This relationship allows CPS to better serve its customer base by providing a more comprehensive selection of construction equipment.
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Esser Twin Pipes Moves Operations to Putzmeister America, Inc. 07/20/2009
Esser Twin Pipes, LLC has moved its operations from Alabaster, Alabama to Putzmeister America, Inc.’s facilities in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, and has changed its name to Esser Pipe Technology.
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Putzmeister Applauds Distributors at 2009 WOC Event 04/07/2009
At the 2009 World of Concrete, Putzmeister America, Inc., celebrated the achievements of its distributors in 2008 at a reception in the Mouton Salon at the Wynn Las Vegas.
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Schwing Dealer Awards Presented at World of Concrete 04/07/2009
The Schwing Dealer Awards for outstanding performance in 2008 were presented at the company’s dealer meeting held at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, on February 2, 2009.
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Alliance Concrete Pumps Earn CPMA Certification 04/07/2009
Alliance Jun Jin Concrete Pumps is proud to announce their 30- and 40-meter class concrete boom pumps have passed a stringent third party audit and are now certified compliant with the CPMA 27-2000 Safety Standard.
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Putzmeister Names 2008 Regional Sales Manager of the Year 04/07/2009
Putzmeister America, Inc., has announced southeast regional sales manager (RSM) James Rogers as the recipient of the company’s 2008 RSM of the Year award.
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Schwing Takes Lead in Green Concrete Pumps 04/07/2009
Going Green means more at Schwing than just displaying their distinctive green logo.
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ASA Announces New Executive Director 04/07/2009
The American Shotcrete Association (ASA) has announced the appointment of Chris J. Darnell as their new executive director.
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Putzmeister Concrete Pumps GmbH Appoints New CEO 04/07/2009
Putzmeister Concrete Pumps GmbH (PCP) has announced its new CEO, Dr. Ralf von Baer.
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Thomas Anderson Lifetime Achievement Award Given 04/07/2009
Jim Kirkwood, owner and founder of Statewide Concrete Pumping, Columbus Ohio, was honored with the Thomas Anderson Lifetime Achievement Award at the Schwing dealer meeting held in Las Vegas in conjunction with World of Concrete 2009.
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Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc. Adds Western Sales Manager 04/07/2009
Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc., has added Dan Martin as western regional sales manager.
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Schwing Announces New CFO 04/07/2009
Schwing America, Inc., White Bear, Minnesota, has announced the appointment of Brian Mogensen to the position of Chief Financial Officer.
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ASCC Elects Officers and Directors 04/07/2009
The ASCC, a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of those who build with concrete, and to providing them a unified voice in the construction industry, has announced the results of their 2009-2010 elections.
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Schwing Voted #1 Brand 04/07/2009
A recent survey has voted Schwing concrete pumps as the Number One in Brand Familiarity and Number One in Brand Use.
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Putzmeister Pump Part of Award-Winning Project 03/27/2009
The Concrete Foundations Association (CFA) recognized Kaser & Maeyens Inc., a poured concrete foundations company from South Bend, Indiana, as one of four 2008 winners of its Basement of the Year awards.
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Schwing Announces S 36 SX Demo Tour 03/27/2009
Schwing is literally bringing the latest boom and pumping technology to the industry with a demo tour of their S 36 SX truck-mounted concrete pump with RZ4 placing boom (a four-section fully articulating boom with 270-degree Z-fold tip section).
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PCA Adjusts Consumption Forecast Again 03/27/2009
The weak economy and tight credit conditions, coupled with severe job losses and the resulting decline in state government revenues, will translate into significant weakness for the construction industry through 2010, leading the Portland Cement Association (PCA) to again adjust its cement consumption forecast.
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ASCC Offers Customizable Safety Program 03/27/2009
The American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, Missouri, has published a Safety Management Plan which can be customized by contractors to serve as a company’s complete safety program.
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Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc. Named Exclusive Distributor for Sika/Aliva in United States 03/27/2009
Allentown Shotcrete Technology, Inc. has reached an agreement for exclusive distribution of the Sika/Aliva family of wet- and dry-process shotcrete equipment to the United States market, effective November 6, 2008.
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Schwing Creates Customer Call Center 03/27/2009
Schwing America’s new Call Center at their White Bear, Minnesota, headquarters is a new system of handling incoming service and parts telephone inquiries that results in more efficient handling of customer calls with accountability to the caller for customer satisfaction.
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Alliance Hires Mid Central Region Sales Manager 03/27/2009
Alliance Concrete Pumps has hired Evan Kunard to join their field sales team as region sales manager, Mid Central Territory.
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Steady Business Prompts Sermac Staff Addition 03/27/2009
Sermac America, Inc., has added Pat Garman to their team as field service technician. Garman brings more than 20 years of service experience to Sermac.
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ASCC Annual Safety Awards 03/27/2009
Concrete contractors with exemplary safety records were recognized by the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, Missouri, at the association’s Annual Conference on September 11, in San Antonio, Texas.
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Schwing Appoints New Division Director Aftermarket Sales 03/27/2009
Longtime Schwing employee, Tony Haider has been appointed division director aftermarket sales at the company’s White Bear, Minnesota, headquarters.
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2008 ICFA Award Winners Exemplify Progress in ICF Industry 03/27/2009
The 2008 Insulating Concrete Form Association (ICFA) Award winners were announced at the ICFA Awards Luncheon on September 29, 2008 in conjunction with ICFA's Annual Conference and EXPO.
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ASCC Bestows Lifetime Achievement Award 03/27/2009
Brad D. Inman received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) at the association’s Annual Conference in San Antonio, Texas, on September 11, 2008.
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Concord is Tops in the Big-Boom Category 07/6/2006
Concord Concrete Pumps Inc., has introduced the world’s first 65-meter concrete pump, the largest in the world.
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Allentown Equipment Announces Patrick Bridger as General Manager 07/6/2006
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CIFA USA Completes New HQ Facility in Record Time 07/6/2006
Just seven months after the groundbreaking ceremony in mid-July, Mr. Matteo Rolla, Executive Vice President of CIFA USA, Inc., is proud to announce completion of the state-of-the-art facility in Yorkville, Wisconsin, new home of the CIFA USA headquarters.
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Putzmeister Introduces New BSF 61-Meter Concrete Boom Pump 07/6/2006
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Putzmeister Water Technology Welcomes Frank Clanton 07/6/2006
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Dedication at Tchoupitoulas Triangle Park 07/6/2006
A dedication ceremony for the Tchoupitoulas Triangle Park, at the intersection of Rue Tchoupitoulas and Rue Religious, New Orleans, was held Saturday, March 18, at the site.
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Esser Twin Pipes, LLC., Announces Promotions 07/6/2006
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Herzog Appointed Schwing America Controller 07/6/2006
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Kretchman Appointed CIFA USA Regional Sales Manager 07/6/2006
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Schwing Educates Customers on 2007 EPA Regulations 07/6/2006
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Miller Named Regional Sales Manager by CIFA USA 07/6/2006
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Fishing Tournament Lures Customers to Pioneer Concrete Pumping Event 07/6/2006
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Schwing Adds Sales Administrator 07/6/2006
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Schweitzer Named Schwing Director of Engineering 07/6/2006
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Putzmeister America Appoints New Technical Trainer 07/6/2006
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A Builder of the ACPA Bids Farewell 07/6/2006
Tom Anderson, recently retired President of Schwing America, Inc., and perennial ACPA Board Member also retired from the association this past spring.
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A Tribute to an Industry Pioneer 07/6/2006
Joseph J. Schmidt, Jr.
1920-2006
On April 8, Joseph J. Schmidt, Jr., passed away peacefully in San Juan Capistrano, CA, at age 85. He leaves behind a devoted family who describe him as creative, hardworking and highly appreciative of life.
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May Day Immigration Protests: Contractors Feel the Impact 07/6/2006
The impact of the "Day Without an Immigrant" protest on May 1 has far-reaching implications for the construction industry in general, and concrete construction activity in particular.
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Putzmeister's new One-Sided Support (OSS) system 04/03/2006
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Hospital building boom may cool as interest rates rise 04/03/2006
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Strategic Thinking 04/03/2006
Survey shows that one in five employees plan
to quit in 2006 to pursue a more balanced life
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