ACIA News and Events February 18, 2008
In this Edition Masonry Workshop Scheduled for March 12-13, 2008 EPA Places Concrete and Aggregate Industry on National Priority List USGS Cement Data Released for November 2007 National Cement’s Commitment to Nature Showcased in Business Alabama Additional Concrete Strength Class Added to Schedule Directory Information Needed Trucking Rodeo Committee Meeting on February 27, 2008 Foundation Golf Tournament 40 Days Away Dates You Do Not Want to Miss
Structural Masonry Workshop Scheduled for March 12-13, 2008
The association has scheduled a structural masonry inspector workshop for the dates of March 12-13, 2008 in Birmingham at the AGC Office. The course objective is to present the technical aspects, duties, and responsibilities of the Structural Masonry Inspector according to the 2006 International Building Code. Topics to be covered during the 2 day workshop include: General Inspection, Sampling and Testing, Masonry Materials, Mortar Preparation, Grout Preparation, Hot / Cold Weather Masonry, Masonry Preparation and Placement, Specifications, Inspection Reports, Grouting Operations, and Plan Reading.
The program will be instructed by John Chrysler who is a practicing Civil Engineer, Certified Masonry Inspector, and the Executive Director of the Masonry Institute of America. The registration fee of $350 dollars covers all your materials and lunch for both days.
For additional information, please contact Butch Wyatt at 334-265-0501. If you would like to download the registration form, please go to event registration at www.alconcrete.org
Concrete Industry Placed on EPA Priority List for 2008
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA) has issued its national enforcement priorities for 2008-10 and has identified stormwater problems from aggregates operations and ready mixed concrete plants as one of OECA’s three main focuses for storm water enforcement.
The others include homebuilding construction and big box store construction. According to EPA, many construction and aggregate companies operate nationwide in multiple states, and EPA has the ability to take enforcement actions that address these companies on a national basis, according to the report. The government agency also says that it has the ability to provide consistent and widespread compliance assistance to these sectors.
USGS Cement Data Released for November 2007
The United States Geological Service recently released its cement shipments by destination data for the month of November 2007. The USGS separates the cement data into 3 specific areas; Portland Cement, Blended Cement, and Masonry Cement. The following figures represent the monthly totals along with year to date totals. For historical reference, the 2006 shipments are also listed below. Data is in metric tons. Additional information can be viewed at http://minerals.usgs.gov/minerals/pubs/commodity/cement/.
National Cement’s Commitment to Nature Showcased in Business Alabama
In the February 2008 Edition of Business Alabama, the magazine showcases the creation of a new wildlife sanctuary to be called “Blue Springs Nature Preserve.” The preserve grew out of the idea of having a place where Ragland School Children could learn about the environment. The wildlife sanctuary is being created on land sold to St. Clair County by National Cement Company. Following the sale, National Cement Company took the proceeds and started a 501 (C)(3) corporation to provide seed money to fund construction of the new preserve.
Although the preserve is still in its early stages, when complete, the park will feature a visitor center, arboretum, a cultural preserve, education center and classrooms, and a network of trails for visitors to view the land. To read the entire article, please go to www.alconcrete.org Association News.
ACI Strength Class added March 3, 2008
The ACIA has added a new date for the individuals needing to receive ACI Concrete Strength Training Certification. The new class is scheduled for Mobile, AL on March 3, 2008. If you would like to register for the class, please go to www.alconcrete.org and click on training programs.
Directory Information Needed
The association last week resent directory listing for firms that have failed to return their information for the 2008 Directory. If you have still not completed your information, please contact Ria Kamburis at 334-265-0501. Members that fail to submit information will keep the same listing as in the 2007 Directory.
Trucking Rodeo Committee Meeting on February 27, 2008
The association’s Trucking Rodeo Committee will be meeting next Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at the ACIA office in Montgomery. The purpose of the meeting is to plan the details of the 3rd Annual Trucking Rodeo on April 19, 2008 at Alabama Adventure. Anyone interested in participating in this highly successful event is welcome to join the committee. The meeting will begin at 11:00 am and will include lunch. The ACIA office is located at 1745 Platt Place, Montgomery, AL 36117.
The Trucking Rodeo will take place April 19, 2008 at Alabama Adventure in Birmingham
Foundation Golf Tournament Forty Days Away
The Alabama Concrete Industries Foundation Golf Tournament on April 1, 2008 is rapidly approaching. Invitations for the event have been mailed, and we ask that you consider sponsoring this great event. The monies raised are the primary fundraiser for the foundation’s two scholarships given yearly. The two scholarships currently stand at $8,000 each which is the largest construction scholarship in the state.
If your firm does not have a team for the event, you can enter individually and you will be paired with other members.
For additional information contact Butch Wyatt at bwyatt@alconcrete.org. The registration form can be downloaded at www.alconcrete.org.
Dates You Do Not Want to Miss
February 28, 2008 Birmingham (ACI Alabama Chapter Poker Night) March 12-13, 2008 Birmingham (Masonry Inspector Courses) April, 1, 2008 Birmingham (ACIF Golf Tournament) April 11, 2008 Birmingham (Pervious Workshop) April 19, 2008 Birmingham (Truck Rodeo) May 14, 2008 Mobile (Concrete Symposium) May 30, 2008 Convention (ACIA Board Meeting) May 30 – June 2, 2008 Sandestin (ACIA Summer Convention) June 18, 2008 Mobile (Pervious Workshop) June 20-22, 2008 (AIA Summer Convention) July 9, 2008 Birmingham (Concrete Salesman Training Course) July 23, 2008 Birmingham (Retaining Wall Paver Course) August 13, 2008 Birmingham (Concrete Symposium) August 21, 2008 ACIA Office (ACIA Board Meeting) September 17 -18, 2008 Huntsville (Masonry Inspector Courses) September 30, 2008 Birmingham (ACIA Architect Appreciation Golf Tournament) October 6, 2008 Oneonta (ACI Alabama Chapter Golf Outing) October 8, 2008 Huntsville (Pervious Workshop) October 22-23, 2008 Mobile (Masonry Inspector Courses) November 5, 2008 Birmingham (ACIA Board Meeting) November 12 -13, 2008 Mobile (Flatwork Finisher Course) December 10-11, 2008 Birmingham (Flatwork Finisher Course)
2008 National Events
March 8-10, 2008 Las Vegas (NRMCA Annual Meeting) March 11-15, 2008 Las Vegas (Con Ag Expo) March 30 – April 3, 2008 Los Angeles (ACI Spring Convention) August 6 – 10, 2008 Huntington Beach (NCMA Midyear Meeting) October 19 – 21, 2008 Nashville (NRMCA Fall Meeting) November 2 – 6, 2008 St. Louis (ACI Fall Meeting)
2008 Affiliated Organizations
June 14 – 17, 2008 Hilton Head (ABC Summer Convention) June 18 – 22, 2008 MCIA Summer Convention June 20 -22, 2008 Sandestin Hilton (AGC Summer Convention) June 20-22, 2008 (AIA Summer Convention) July 17 – 19, 2008 Ponte Vedra (GCPA Summer Convention)
HardFacts is the online newsletter of the Alabama Concrete Industries Association. It is published for members of the association as well as other interested parties. The intent is to provide on a monthly basis timely information pertinent to the industry and businesses represented by ACIA.
The editorial staff of HardFacts welcomes contributions and comments. Please e-mail Butch Wyatt or call 1-800-732-9118.
