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ASCC Safety Manual and Safety Management Plan Revised

Two documents from the American Society of Concrete Contractors, the Safety Manual and the Safety Management Plan, have been newly revised and updated to reflect changes in OSHA regulations and the concrete construction industry. These programs were written by concrete contractors, for concrete contractors, with the goal of helping the industry as a whole. Both were written and revised by ASCC’s Safety & Risk Management Council (SRMC).

Cemstone Recognized by National Ready Mixed Concrete Association for Commitment to Quality

Cemstone has been chosen as a recipient in the 2015 National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) Excellence in Quality Awards competition, the fifth year Cemstone has received this award. The NRMCA’s Producer Excellence in Quality Award recognizes the commitment to quality initiatives of ready mix concrete producer members.

Putzmeister America Names Raul Flores West Coast Parts Sales Manager

Putzmeister America, Inc., has hired Raul Flores as its new West Coast parts sales manager, responsible for sales and customer service for the company’s expanding parts business.

New Video Shows One-Sided Outrigger Pumping is EASy

A new Schwing video, narrated by Tom O’Malley, vice-president and general manager–concrete pumps, illustrates the Schwing EASy system of one-sided outrigger operation. Using aerial video and close-ups of the Vector control panel, viewers will see how the EASy system provides precise instructions to the operator.

Putzmeister America, Inc. Introduces New Mobile Website

Putzmeister America, Inc. has launched a new mobile website to better serve customers in the field and on the go. The new mobile-friendly site gives visitors access to everything the full website offers, but in an easier-to-navigate format.

Pump Company Paints Truck Pink to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Modern Concrete Pumping, Inc., Pink Concrete Pump, Breast Cancer Awareness

Newington, CT, - Modern Concrete Pumping, Inc. recently bought a new pink concrete pump.  For every yard of concrete the new pink truck pumps a percentage will be donated to Breast Cancer research in honor of a Newington Teacher who is fighting Breast Cancer.

Putzmeister America, Inc. Hires Tom Hagen as Used Equipment Manager

Putzmeister America, Inc. has hired Tom Hagen as its used equipment manger, responsible for inventory and production management, and for working directly with customers on their orders.

Schwing America’s Tom Oury Is CFA Associate Member of the Year

The Concrete Foundations Association (CFA) announced the 2015 award recipients at the CFA Convention 2015 in Williamsburg, Virginia, on July 24, 2015. Awards included Associate Member of the Year, bestowed upon Tom Oury, Schwing central regional manager.

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