American Concrete Pumping Association Unveils Job Site Safety Campaign at World Of Concrete
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This week at World of Concrete, the concrete industry’s largest annual gathering, the American Concrete Pumping Association (ACPA) launched a major safety campaign to bring heightened awareness to ASME B30.27, the Safety Standard for Material Placement Systems.
The campaign highlights the responsibilities of each trade working with or around a concrete pump under the standard. The ultimate goal of the campaign is to keep every person on a job site safe.
“The ACPA saw an industry need to ensure that everyone on the job site has a clear understanding of their responsibilities under the ASME B30.27 standard,” said Christi Collins, executive director for the ACPA and member of the ACPA Job Site Safety Committee. “Our goal for this campaign is to encourage partnering across all the trades because, when we all work together, we create a safer environment for everyone.”
The cornerstone of the campaign is a new microsite—WeAreSaferTogether.org—which provides and promotes valuable information to all who work with or around concrete pump equipment. The microsite serves as an educational resource to familiarize all parties with the standard and provides videos, downloadable flyers, lists of job site responsibilities by trade, FAQs, and much more.
What Is ASME B30.27?
The B30.27 standard is intended to prevent or minimize injury to workers and otherwise provide for the protection of life, limb, and property by prescribing safety requirements. It provides direction to manufacturers, owners, employers, users, and others concerned with or responsible for its application, and it guides governments and other regulatory bodies in the development, promulgation, and enforcement of appropriate safety directives.
Since its first publication in 2005, the standard has gone through several reviews (every five years), with revisions, including the addition of a competency requirement, the definition of “signalperson,” and job site responsibilities. While the most recent version of the standard, published in 2020, includes some revisions and redesignations, there were no changes made to the job site responsibilities established in the 2014 version.
“By raising awareness and providing valuable resources, this campaign will help construction trades prevent accidents, protect their workers, and partner together to heighten safety awareness for everyone on a job site,” said Tabah Nez, safety director for the ACPA. “We are most efficient when everyone is armed with knowledge and then gets involved in the planning process.”
2023 and Beyond
Today is just the beginning for this campaign. Throughout 2023 and beyond, the ACPA will continue to expand the campaign’s impact by inviting associations and organizations across all trades to join in and support this important effort. In addition, the microsite will be regularly updated to provide content and resources that will educate, encourage, and empower those on job sites to do their part to keep everyone safe.
“The success of the campaign is dependent on the collaboration of many,” Christi Collins said. “We are thankful for the industry leaders, including the American Society of Concrete Contractors, Concrete Foundations Association, and Tilt-Up Concrete Association, who have stepped up to support this campaign. Together, we will raise awareness and help create a safer work environment for everyone.”
To learn more about the campaign and access a press kit,
please visit WeAreSaferTogether.org.
About the ACPA
The ACPA is a nonprofit association that serves as an advocate for the concrete pumping industry committed to promotion, education, and safety for its members and all those coming into contact with a concrete pump on the construction job site. For more information about the ACPA, visit www.concretepumpers.com.
The Concrete Foundation’s Association is a supporting association for the WeAreSaferTogether.org campaign. A large majority of our association members are owners/operators of concrete pumps and, over the years, significant incidents have occurred within the membership where better awareness, education, and preparedness could have impacted outcomes—some of which have been tragic and some nearly so. During #CFACon23 in San Antonio (July 27–29), attendees will participate in a discussion setting to learn more about this campaign and hear from relevant personal stories. Attendees who participate in small groups will be invited to share their own experiences and best practices. The session will wrap up with a large group Q&A, which will be facilitated by leaders from the ACPA.
One of the strongest components of the new campaign found on the WeAreSaferTogether.org website is the individual trade and co-worker operation studies. Specific information from the ASME B30.27 regulation is available in various categories for the concrete foundations industry—you can find information for pump owners, pump operators, placing crews, and more.
Placing crew responsibilities include:
- Remain beyond the reach of the discharge hose(s) until directed otherwise by the material placement system operator.
- Wear PPE to protect against injury caused by material hazards.
- Comply with the responsibilities and assigned duties; and avoid associated hazards.
Only through 100% compliance and attention can this industry truly achieve the goal of being completely safer together—a goal about which ACPA safety director Nez was quoted at #WOC2023 as saying, “One injury with a pump is too many.”
EXECUTIVE RETREAT
For Sale: Used BEP “Gang” Forming Set
A CFA member is hoping to find a new home for a set of BEP “gang forms” with all accessories and baskets. Hole pattern is 8/8 and the forms are in very good shape.
A new equivalent set would cost $330,000 and the seller is asking $186,546. The list of forms and accessories is available in the gallery below.
Buyer would need to arrange for pickup in the Mid-Atlantic. For more information, contact Andy by email or call (301) 384-2700.
For Sale: Used Somero Copperhead Screed
A CFA Certified Contractor member has offered a used piece of placement equipment for sale to the marketplace.
This 2013 or 2014 Somero Copperhead XD3.0 has 90 hours of use. The seller is 2nd owner for the equipment and it has not been used since upgrading to a larger Somero S485.
Asking price is $50,000 obo. For more information, contact Nick at (937) 441-1500. Equipment is located in Minster, Ohio.
For Sale: 2000 Sterling Truck Crane #370
A CFA contractor member has offered a used piece of equipment to the marketplace. This vehicle is a 2000 Sterling LT 9513, Cat C-10 3CS25058 with 13,776 hours and 10,972 miles.
A Palfinger PK 32000F knuckleboom is attached to it with Serial No. 0646004.
To inquire for pricing and other questions, please contact Brett at (614) 743-8647. Equipment is located in Columbus, Ohio
For Sale: 2000 Sterling Truck Crane #563
A CFA contractor member has offered a used piece of equipment to the marketplace. This vehicle is a 2000 Sterling LT 9513, Cat C-10 3CS24055 with 14,356 hours and 98,160 miles.
A Palfinger PK 32000F knuckleboom is attached to it with Serial No. 0646004.
To inquire for pricing and other questions, please contact Brett at (614) 743-8647. Equipment is located in Columbus, Ohio
Turnstone Industrial Solutions, LLC Acquires Assets of Schauenburg Flexadux Corporation, Enhancing Its Product Portfolio
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Date: March 3, 2023
From: Tony Calandra, Group President of Frank Calandra Inc. and Calandra Group, LLC. & Paul Funk, Managing Director, Turnstone Industrial Solutions, LLC
Subject: Turnstone Industrial Solutions, LLC Acquires Assets of Schauenburg Flexadux Corporation, Enhancing Its Product Portfolio
[Pittsburgh, PA, March 3, 2023] Turnstone Industrial Solutions, LLC (Turnstone) is pleased to announce that on March 3, it has acquired the operating assets of Schauenburg Flexadux Corporation (Schauenburg Flexadux). As part of the acquisition, Turnstone acquired certain intellectual property rights along with customer relationships and other assets. Schauenburg Flexadux will cease operations following the completion of the acquisition, and on-going sales and operations will be carried out thru Turnstones sales and distribution networks. This acquisition will allow Turnstone to expand its manufacturing capabilities, product offerings and better serve its customers throughout the USA.
“We are excited to add Schauenburg Flexadux’s products to our portfolio. This acquisition will allow us to better serve our customers and further enhance our position as a ventilation solutions leader in the various markets we serve.”- Paul Funk, Managing Director – Turnstone
The terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Turnstone will integrate the acquired assets into its existing operations.
Turnstone Industrial Solutions, LLC, a joint venture between Calandra Group, LLC and ABC Technology USA, manufacturer of world class ventilation provides ventilation equipment, specifically to mining, tunneling, and industrial temperature control markets, that promote industry leading safety and efficiency.
“The addition of fiberglass ventilation products from Schauenburg Flexadux will broaden Turnstone’s growing suite of products we already offer and improve our capabilities in the mining and tunneling sectors.”- Tony Calandra, Group President of Frank Calandra, Inc. {FCI} and Calandra Group, LLC
About Turnstone Industrial Solutions, LLC
A joint venture between ABC Technology Group USA and Calandra Group, LLC, Turnstone Industrial Solutions manufactures non-metal structural support systems, flexible ducting and semi-rigid polymer tubing products for mine and tunnel ventilation, industrial flexible ducting for temperature and environmental control, and rapidly-deployable air-stop seals and barriers. ABC Technology Group’s verticallyintegrated manufacturing experience of high-quality ventilation products, along with the support of JENNMAR’s and JENNCHEM’s leading sales and service network, offers a comprehensive ventilation product line and application solutions throughout the USA.
For Additional Information: Paul Funk Managing Director, (859) 745-8720 pfunk@turnstoneindustrial.com
The Calandra Group, LLC
Calandra Group was formed by Tony Calandra in 2013 to house Calandra’s future investments in Chemical, Manufacturing, Metal Cutting, Industrial Fabrication, Machining, Labor Services, Oil and Gas, and Conveyance industries. Today, Calandra Groups (CG) major investments include JEN NCH EM, XCAL TOOLS, XCAL INDUSTRIES, JENN MAR Services, J-Lok, and
JM Conveyors.
For Additional Information: Lisa Ferne, Executive Assistant to Tony Calandra ( 412) 963-9071
lfemc@jennmar.com
For Sale: Ledge-rock Decorative Wall Panels
A CFA contractor member has offered for sale to the marketplace, a set of Ledge-Rock decorative forming panels.
The set has less than 100 pours on them and enables 100 feet of wall length.
For more information and price negotiations, contact Brock by email or call (316) 618-6089.
We’ve Been Here Before
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During each meeting of the Board, the president directs an opening discussion around a topic of relevance or importance based on the current context of our businesses. This is, after all, a gathering of business owners that learns from each other every time we meet. At our fall Board of Directors meeting, you may not be surprised to read that we discussed the current market. As we went around the room, a common theme surfaced: market slowdown and procuring materials, especially concrete, are currently real problems. Although the topic of conversation itself was not positive, our attitudes and responses were. There was a sense of calmness and hope. Together we were able to bring a confident overtone of “we’ve been here before” and “we can get through this.” For me, this was extremely helpful! I’m grateful to be a part of such a strong group of people. One of the things I appreciate most about the Concrete Foundations Association is that I can always count on people to lend a helping hand.
The CFA is dedicated to helping our members become the best concrete foundation contractors. We have several tools that I hope you are using. For example, we have partnered with ITR Economics to give us industry-specific economic forecasting. We interview them quarterly to ask specific industry questions. They also provided one of our keynote speakers at our most recent convention. If you attended the Boston convention this past summer and heard Connor Lokar, you know their team is a significant resource. Additionally, as a member, you have access to CFA Best Practice groups. These groups meet virtually every month to share thoughts and work on key areas of our business and industry challenges. If you have not engaged with these resources, I could not recommend it enough.
I’m looking forward to seeing many of you at our winter meeting during the World of Concrete. We have a great venue to talk, network, and grow.
Best Regards,
Nosotros hemos estado aqui antes
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Durante cada reunión del consejo, el presidente dirige un análisis de apertura acerca de un tema de relevancia o importancia con base en el contexto actual de nuestros negocios. Esto es, después de todo, una reunión de los propietarios de negocios que aprenden unos de otros cada vez que se reúnen. En nuestra reunión de otoño de la Junta Directiva, puede no sorprenderle enterarse de que hemos hablado sobre el mercado actual. A medida que todos hablaron en la sala, apareció un tema en común: la desaceleración del mercado y el abastecimiento de materiales, especialmente del concreto, son problemas reales en la actualidad. Aunque el tema de conversación en sí no fue positivo, nuestras actitudes y respuestas sí lo fueron. Hubo una sensación de tranquilidad y esperanza. Juntos pudimos aportar una connotación de confianza al decir “ya hemos pasado por esto antes” y “podemos superarlo”. ¡Para mí, esto fue extremadamente útil! Estoy muy agradecido de ser parte de un grupo de personas tan fuerte. Uno de los aspectos que valoro mucho de la Concrete Foundations Association es que siempre puedo contar con gente que nos dé una mano.
La CFA se dedica a ayudar a nuestros miembros a convertirse en los mejores contratistas de cimientos de concreto. Tenemos varias herramientas que espero que estén utilizando. Por ejemplo, nos hemos aliado con ITR Economics para que nos proporcione un pronóstico económico específico a la industria. Los entrevistamos cada trimestre para hacer preguntas particulares a la industria. Ellos nos proporcionaron nuestros oradores principales en nuestra convención más reciente. Si asistieron a la convención en Boston el verano pasado y escucharon a Connor Lokar, saben que su equipo es un recurso importante. Además, como miembros, tienen acceso a los grupos de Mejores Prácticas de la CFA. Estos grupos se reúnen virtualmente cada mes para compartir reflexiones y trabajar en áreas clave de nuestro negocio y los retos de la industria. Si no han utilizado estos recursos, los recomiendo ampliamente.
Espero con gusto ver a muchos de ustedes en nuestra reunión de invierno durante World of Concrete. Tenemos un gran evento para hablar, establecer conexiones sociales y crecer.
Saludos
Jason Ells
