American Society of Concrete Contractors Publishes 45th Position Statement

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The American Society of Concrete Contractors published its 45th position statement, “Managing Concrete Projects: Concrete/Steel Price and Delivery Volatility Risks.”  ASCC position statements clarify the concrete contractors’ point of view for architects, engineers, owners and others. Position statement 45 explains that the recent unpredictable market fluctuation and supply shortages for materials are beyond the contractor’s control, making it difficult to maintain the costs and schedules anticipated at bid time. The position statement calls for early involvement in project design for the concrete contractor and its suppliers to best manage the material supply chain. To purchase a copy, go to www.ascconline.org.

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Sundt Foundation Donates Over $82,000 to Charities

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The Sundt Foundation donated $82,308 to 18 Phoenix, Arizona-area charities. Four nonprofits, Arizona Helping Hands, Dress for Success Phoenix, Soldier’s Best Friend and Treasure House, each received a $7,500 grant. Nonprofits that received smaller grants include the Arizona Association for Foster & Adoptive Parents, Arizona Pet Project, Arizona Safe Baby Haven Foundation, Brighter Way Institute, Christ Child Society of Phoenix, Mom’s Pantry Phoenix, Control Alt Delete, Elder TLC, F.O.R. Maricopa, Gabriel’s Angels, Nourish Phoenix, Scott Foundation, Upward for Children and Families and Waste Not AZ. The Sundt Foundation awards quarterly grants to Valley charities that support disadvantaged children, individuals and … Read more

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Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute Names Winners of 2022 Design Excellence and Creative Detail Awards

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The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute announced the winners of its 2022 CFSEI Design Excellence and Creative Detail awards. The awards were presented during the 2022 CFSEI Expo held May 16-18 at the Curtis Denver Hotel in Denver, Colorado. The awards recognize projects that exemplify excellence in the structural design of new or renovated structures utilizing cold-formed steel products. Entries are judged on design creativity, technical innovation and overall project excellence in cold-formed steel utilization in the residential/hospitality and municipal categories, with municipal subcategories covering cultural, services and sports projects. The winners are: Category: Residential/Hospitality First Place — ClarkDietrich Engineering Services, … Read more

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NCCER and BYF Congratulate 2022 NTHS Scholarship Winners

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The National Center for Construction Education and Research and Build Your Future in conjunction with The National Technical Honor Society are recognizing recipients of this year’s scholarship. The NCCER & BYF/NTHS Scholarship can help bridge the skills gap in the construction industry by providing financial help to those seeking craft training. Recognizing that both nonprofit organizations have a shared interest in supporting students who have chosen a career and technical education pathway, NTHS and NCCER partnered in 2018 to provide a unique scholarship opportunity that supports students who plan to continue their education in a construction pathway. Scholarship winners are … Read more

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