ACPA Foundation, Besser Co. open 2024 scholarship applications

Sources: American Concrete Pipe Association, Irving, Texas; CP staff The American Concrete Pipe Association Research and Education Foundation, in conjunction with Besser Co., is accepting applications for the 2024 Besser Scholarship through October 30. The scholarship is awarded to students whose course study is related to concrete pipe production, application, installation, or research. Students participating in, or planning to attend,…

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Manufacturers – August 2023

Three new representatives have joined the Besser Co. Technical Service team, bringing a focus on safety; strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulics backgrounds; plus, a gamut of other skills required to install, commission, and troubleshoot concrete product equipment. Don Gosselin has served as a millwright at the Lafarge Presque Isle Quarry, just up the Lake Michigan shore from Besser’s Alpena, Mich.…

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Design Excellence

The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute recognizes creative and innovative uses of precast. The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute honored 25 building and transportation projects during the 2023 PCI Design Awards program—now in its 60th year. A panel of engineers, architects, and precast concrete producers judges all nominees on aesthetic, structural, and use versatility; site, energy and operational efficiency, and risk reduction; and resiliency,…

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MANUFACTURERS – April 2023

Besser Co. and the ACPA Foundation named recipients of the 2023 Besser Pipe Scholarships ($2,500) during the American Concrete Pipe Association Pipe School earlier this year. The first recipient is Ava Wesner, a senior at Posen High School in Michigan, who will attend a Michigan college this fall to study environmental engineering. The second recipient is Michael McDole, a member…

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Besser Servopac Infinity: Mold or table vibration, operator’s choice

Besser Co. engineers have for generations observed customers debate the selection of machines with mold or table (impact) vibration. With the manufacturer’s Servopac Infinity technology, producers no longer need to confront decisions on vibration type.  The Servopac Infinity redefines unit masonry production with a game-changing, patented vibration system, Besser officials note. Producers can set up the machine to run either…

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ORGANIZATIONS – August 2022

The National Steering Committee (NSC) behind the five Concrete Industry Management four-year degree programs has named 2022 officers: Executive Director Rex Cottle (retired, Trinity Industries); Chairman Karl H. Watson Jr. (7W Capital); Vice Chairman Steven Cox (Command Alkon); Secretary/Treasurer Nicole Maher (National Ready Mixed Concrete Association); and, Immediate Past Chairman Mike Schneider (Baker Concrete). Officers also serve on the NSC…

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Besser closes on asset deal for splitting equipment specialist E&R

Sources: Besser Co., Alpena, Mich. Besser Co. has acquired the service parts inventory and intellectual property of E&R Manufacturing Co., Kirklin, Ind. specialist in hand operated or production splitters plus pitchmasters, all geared to concrete block.  “We’re pleased to begin supporting the E&R product line with a healthy inventory of parts; additionally, we’ve begun manufacturing parts in our Alpena facilities…

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Hardscape North America Education returns to virtual platform

Following the success of its inaugural Virtual Hardscape North America Education Event earlier this year, the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) will host another power-packed two days of distance learning for landscape and hardscape professionals. Experts are once again offering their knowledge and experience virtually in an interactive, January 25-26 event that includes an expanded five learning tracks with ample…

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MANUFACTURERS – MARCH 2021

David de Garis will retire as branch manager of Columbia Concrete Block Machine Australia in July, capping a nearly four-decade career with Columbia Machine Inc., Vancouver, Wash. He will assist in a leadership transition over the next five months. Concurrently, Columbia Machine has appointed Nigel Butler to the new position of CCBM Australia general manager. He arrives with extensive experience…

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MANUFACTURERS – DECEMBER 2020

St. Louis-based manufactured-concrete plant equipment leader Afinitas has promoted two team members to leadership roles in the Forming Systems Division, encompassing the New Hampton Metal Fabrication, New Hampton, Iowa, and Spillman Co., Columbus, Ohio businesses. Columbus General Manager Matt Karnes will serve as the division’s director of Engineering, overseeing both brands’ systems, processes, engineering design, and new technology. He joined…

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