Holiday Blues: How To Manage Seasonal Depression
The holiday season is often seen as a time of joy, family gatherings, and celebrations. However, it’s important to recognize that not everyone shares in this festive spirit. For some, this time of year can be challenging, filled with feelings that are less about joy and more about coping with stress or sadness. This lesser-discussed […]
What A Convention!
I am delighted to share how thankful and excited I am following our 2023 Summer Convention. The city of San Antonio provided the perfect backdrop for our gathering. The breathtaking venue, situated amidst the bustling energy of the city, combined with the picturesque River Walk, the historic Alamo, and the exhilarating rodeo, collectively crafted an […]
Falling Out of Line
Convention is over and autumn is here. On the pages of this magazine, you get to feel some of the energy that is still flowing from the great even that CFACON23 in San Antonio generated. There was so much energy generated that some of you have reached out to us multiple times about when the […]
In memory of Kaye L. (Beavers) Irving
October 14, 1947 ~ October 2, 2023 (age 75) Kaye Louise Beavers Irving, 75, of Tiffin, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 02, 2023 with her husband, children, and many grandchildren nearby. Kaye was born in Liberty Center, Ohio, October 14, 1947, to Samuel Burdette and Thelma Arlene (Young) Beavers. On […]
Euclid Chemical Opens New Admixture Plant in Calgary
Euclid Chemical, a leading manufacturer of concrete and masonry construction products, has announced the opening of a new admixture plant in Calgary, Alberta. This facility will enable the company to better serve its customers in the region by providing high-quality admixture solutions that meet their needs. Positioned in a prime location with access to nearby […]
SCC Adds Program to Assist Industry
Career/technical programs at Southeast Community College strive to meet the needs of industry, and one of the latest additions is Concrete Construction Technician. Students who successfully complete the program, located on the Milford Campus, will have a thorough knowledge and skillset related to project site preparation and safety; concrete forming, placing and finishing operations for […]
Western Forms Receives Award Recognition
Want to know more, contact Skye Kelley at skelley@cfaconcretepros.org.
Calcium Chloride: Friend or Foe?
Many of the technical issues reported on in the residential concrete foundation industry are the result of questions or situations brought to the technical staff of the Concrete Foundations Association. The original content of this article is one such example, updated with additional information as you prepare for the 2023-24 winter season. Situation: During a […]
Building Careers CFA’s Wall Foreman Qualification @ WOC2024
This January we welcome year number two of an exciting new professional development program offered by the Concrete Foundations Association: the Wall Foreman Qualification Industry Training. The program has expanded and looks to provide an even broader range of learning experiences. This program is designed for individuals engaged in residential cast-in-place construction to grow in […]
Let’s Take a Look at Recruiting From a Different Perspective
There is an advantage to driving on the other side of the road in South Africa. Likewise, there is an advantage to driving at night with a cellphone GPS that takes you through sketchy neighborhoods on the way to your hotel. The advantage is that you see things from a different perspective. This new perspective […]
