Industry News

Schwing Launches New Website

Schwing has developed a new, dynamic website with added features to educate customers and prospects about the company’s line of concrete equipment that includes truckmounted concrete pumps, stationary concrete pumps, truck mixers, ready mix reclamation systems and batch plants. Schwing’s concrete pump line includes more than 16 boom pumps and 16 stationary pumps.

Two Technical Service Managers Join Putzmeister America, Inc.

Putzmeister America, Inc. has added two technical service managers to its customer support group: Noah Brumbley and Noah Callantine. In the role, they are each responsible for providing training and technical support to Putzmeister customers both over the phone and in the field.

“Both of our new technical service managers have extensive experience in the industry,” said Doug Brunet, director of customer support for Putzmeister. “We are happy to extend their service to cover all of Putzmeister’s equipment.”

Schwing Expands Presence at World of Concrete 2013

Schwing has enlarged its display plus increased its presence at World of Concrete 2013 to be held in Las Vegas, February 4-8. As an original exhibitor at World of Concrete, this will be the company’s 39th consecutive year displaying at the show. The company will once again be in its signature position at booth #C5126 in the Convention Center’s Central Hall, plus there will be Schwing equipment prominent in other manufacturers’ booths throughout the show floor.

Schwing S 43 SX Wins Top 100 Award from Construction Equipment Magazine

The Schwing S 43 SX truck-mounted concrete pump with RZ5 placing boom has been chosen by the editors of Construction Equipment Magazine as a Top 100 Products Award winner. Several hundred products introduced in the last year were considered. According to Construction Equipment editorial director, Rod Sutton, “These awards serve to emphasize innovations, highlighting manufacturers who are investing in research and development. Their investments pay off for equipment users in the form of greater productivity, efficiencies and safety. They also ensure a competitive marketplace.”

Construction Forms, Inc. Announces New Hires

Construction Forms, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Jim Bodeker as their South Central regional sales manager. Jim brings with him 18 years of experience in the concrete pumping marketplace, working for Con- Forms dealers in different regions in the U.S. “We are pleased to have the opportunity to hire someone with Jim’s wealth of knowledge in our business. With his experience and customer service abilities, Jim will be an immediate asset to our sales team,” states Al Kastelic, president and CEO of Construction Forms, Inc.

Bill Dlhosh Returns to Concrete Pump Supply

Bill Dlhosh has returned to Concrete Pump Supply in the role of equipment sales. The position will be responsible for sales of new and used concrete pumps. As the Putzmeister dealer for the Southeastern U.S. (excluding Florida), Bill will also be promoting CPS’ parts and service departments.

“Bill is a great addition to our team. We are a family-based company with a big attitude, and Bill fits right in,” says ACPA Pioneer Award recipient Pat Inglese, president of Concrete Pump Supply.

Concrete Industry Associations Partner to Form Certification Consortium

In an effort to increase the awareness of certification opportunities for concrete professionals, while promoting the advantages of such programs, eight concrete associations have joined forces to form the Concrete Industry Certification Consortium (CICC).

Economic Forecast…The Future’s Getting Brighter!

Portland Cement Association (PCA), April 30, 2012 - Stronger than expected job creation and the beginning of a construction industry recovery means gains in real construction spending will materialize this year—after seven years of consecutive declines.  According to the new forecast from the Portland Cement Association (PCA), increases in cement consumption will follow.

PCA revised its fall forecast upward, anticipating a modest 3.7 percent increase in 2012, followed by a 7.6 percent jump in 2013 and a 14.1 percent increase in 2014. 

Judy Kirby Joins Irving Equipment

Irving Equipment in Tiffin, Ohio is pleased to announce Judy Kirby has joined the company as an addition to their accounting and customer service division. Judy brings over 25 years of extensive experience within the industry to Irving. Together, her accounting qualifications and skills make her the perfect fit for Irving.

Construction Forms to Offer Genuine Schwing Parts in Southern California

Construction Forms, Inc. is pleased to announce it is now a stocking parts distributor in the southern California marketplace for Schwing America. Con Forms is stocking a complete line of parts and accessories for all models of pumps manufactured by Schwing. Owners of concrete pumping equipment in southern California are welcome to stop in at: Con Forms–Gardena, 1600 West 139th Street, Gardena, California 90249. You may also contact our branch manager, Rick Hahn, at (800) 553-6656.

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