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APRIL/MAY 2021 CRANE SAFETY COURSES April 20 – April 21, 2021
Forklift Operator & Inspector Training, Cincinnati, OH
April 20 – April 22, 2021
Forklift Operator Train The Trainer, Orlando, FL
April 20 – April 23, 2021
Mobile Crane Inspector Training, Houston, TX
April 26 – April 27, 2021
Aerial Work Platform Operator & Inspector Training, Orlando, FL
April 28 – April 29, 2021
Qualified Signal Person Training, Orlando, FL
May 3 – May 7, 2021
Qualified Rigger & Signal Person Training, Houston, TX
May 4 – May 7, 2021
Overhead Crane Train The Trainer, Cincinnati, OH
May 5 – May 6, 2021
Forklift Operator & Inspector Training, Orlando, FL
May 11 – May 12, 2021
Overhead Crane Operator Training, Houston, TX To register and for more information, please call or email Tiffany Alston. Telephone: 800/654-5640, extension 238. Direct: 321/710-4641. Email: talston@cranesafe.com
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION (AISC)
NASCC: The VIRTUAL Steel Conference Dates: April 12–16, 2021 Description: The North American Steel Construction Conference (NASCC) is the premier educational and networking event for the structural steel industry, bringing together structural engineers, structural steel fabricators, erectors, detailers, and architects. Due to COVID-19, AISC has made the decision to make this an online event for the second year in a row. Whether online or in person, NASCC is your opportunity to learn from leading experts about the latest design concepts, construction techniques, and cutting-edge research in the steel community while earning PDHs. Included in this event are several other conferences such as the World Bridge Symposium, QualityCon, Architecture in Steel, SSRC Annual Stability Conference and NISD Conference on Steel Detailing. One low registration fee gains you access to all of the technical sessions, the keynote addresses, the T.R. Higgins Lecture, and the virtual exhibition hall. Registration is now open. $200 for Members / $400 for Non-members. Discounts are available for multiple registrations from one firm, educators, students, DOTs, and more.. For information and to register, please visit aisc.org/nascc.
LIFESAVERS
2021 VIRTUAL Lifesavers National Conference on Highway Safety Priorities Dates: April 26-28, 2021 Description: Last year, an estimated 36,096 people died in motor vehicle crashes in the U.S. Lifesavers is recognized as the premiere conference to learn about the latest highway safety research, best practices, and cutting-edge initiatives; and to explore innovative technology and strategies used to combat risky driving behaviors and save lives. The Lifesavers Conference is also historically the world’s largest gathering of leaders and advocates in traffic safety. The 2021 Lifesavers Virtual Conference will provide a global platform with 70 virtual workshops in nine tracks, plenary sessions, peer exchange discussion groups, and an extensive interactive exhibit hall. The learning environment is designed to engage federal, state and local government; law enforcement; public health; injury prevention; advocacy and non-profit organization professional in an exchange of ideas, strategies, and programs to reduce preventable injuries and deaths. Registration is now open. Visit https://lifesaversconference.org/ for more information and to register for this event.
NATIONAL ASPHALT PAVEMENT ASSOCIATION (NAPA)
Beyond the Basics: Milling for Quality Webinar Dates: April 29, 2021 Times: 2:00 - 3:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Speaker: Tom Chastain, Milling Product Manager, Wirtgen America Inc. Description: Milling is the removal of often distressed asphalt mixtures from a pavement structure. While some just see milling as the process of generating reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) which can be used in future projects, milling can also positively or negatively impact the quality of rehabilitation efforts. 1.5 PDH Hour Available. The participants will: 1. Learn the different types of cutting drums 2. Understand how different cutting drums impact RAP and the quality of the milled surface 3. Identify milling best practices for ensure the paving crew has the best chance of placing and compacting a dense, smooth surface Cost: NAPA Members, Government Officials and Academia - free • Non-Members - $29.00 To register and for more information, please visit https://www.asphaltpavement.org/programs/napa-webinars.
ENGINEERING NEWS-RECORD (ENR)
Groundbreaking Women In Construction 2021 Virtual Event Dates: May 4–6, 2021 Description: ENR’s 2021 Groundbreaking Women in Construction ’(GWIC)—our 18th!—will again be fully virtual, on an enhanced platform with even more opportunities to connect to peers and industry leaders alike. GWIC is much more than just a conference—it serves as a catalyst that helps women expand their presence, influence and career success in an ever shifting industry—and to share, learn, challenge and inspire in their organizations. It also has grown into the leading talent development and networking event for construction industry professionals! Attendees will have access to all of valuable content GWIC is known for, with an enhanced attendee experience. A single-login, userfriendly platform will enable seeing who is present in the virtual space, the ability to IM and swap business cards with other attendees, and easy access to all presentations and handouts. Registration is now open. For registration questions please contact ENR Events Registration Services at (844) 644-7449 or enr@executivevents.com.
ASSOCIATED BUILDERS AND CONTRACTORS, INC. (ABC)
ABC Users Summit 2021 Dates: May 12–14, 2021 Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas 2121 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75201 Description: For ABC members who want to excel at the highest levels of health care and industrial construction performance, this is a must-attend event. The exclusive ABC Users Summit brings together top construction users and merit shop contractors for interactive discussions about how to collaboratively improve upon the planning and delivery of high-quality construction projects. From automation and technology to contracting strategies, safety performance and the latest economic outlook, this event creates an environment where you can refine your skills and engage in open discussions with your peers. Registration pricing is $650 for contractor members. The deadline to register is Monday, April 19. Plus, registration is complimentary for health care and industrial users and developers. Join us and register today! Visit http://userssummit.abc.org// for more information and to register for this event. For questions, email meetings@abc.org.
ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTORS (AED)
2021 AED Summit (Virtually AND In-Person) Dates: May 24–May 26, 2021 NEW DATES! Location: The Mirage Hotel , Las Vegas, NV Description: AED is bringing the 2021 Summit to the lively city of Las Vegas, where the sky is the limit! Summit is the industry’s safest interactive and innovative equipment distribution event in North America. The health and safety of our members, employees and partners are AED’s highest priority. We have securely designed three full days of education, featured presentations, meeting spaces and networking opportunities specifically with our dealers in mind. 2020 was a learning curve for us all, but you do not have to figure it all out on your own. Find out where the industry is headed so you can be at the forefront by attending the AED Summit. The AED Summit is your annual opportunity to come together with professionals across the heavy equipment industry spectrum to improve yourself and your team and to build meaningful connections. Attendees can choose how they would like to attend this year; that’s right, you have options! We are offering an in-person or virtual registration to accommodate our members’ needs for the same price. Regardless if you choose to join us in Las Vegas or to view from the comfort of your office Regular registration ends on May 22, 2021. Late registration starts on May 23, 2021. Room blocks for the new dates of 2021 AED Summit are available. Attendees can choose to change their in-person registration to a virtual registration at any time. If you wish to do so, please email help@aednet.org to inform the AED team. For more information and to register for this event, please visit https://aednet.org/events/summit. If you need assistance registering, please call 800-388-0650.
WORLD OF CONCRETE (WOC)
World of Concrete 2021 Dates: June 8-10, 2021 Education: June 7-10, 2021 Times: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Location: Las Vegas Convention Center Description: World of Concrete is the commercial construction industry’s largest annual international event for concrete and masonry professionals and puts these kinds of immersive opportunities at your fingertips—join your community here and experience real, tangible results. Hands down, the best decision you'll make. EXHIBITS: Original equipment manufacturers from around the world and exclusive U.S. distributors of equipment, tools, products and services for the commercial construction, concrete and masonry industries. WOC attracts approximately 1,500 exhibiting companies and occupies more than 700,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor exhibit space. WHO ATTENDS WOC? More than 60,000 industry professionals from all around the world, representing all segments of the construction industry: Commercial Contractors, Concrete Contractors, Concrete Pumpers, Construction Managers, Dealers/Distributors, Decorative Concrete Contractors, Designers and Specifiers, General Contractors, Block/Segmental Unit Producers Masonry Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Block Producers, Ready Mix Producers, Rental Equipment Centers, Repair Contractors, Residential Contractors, Specialty Concrete Contractors, Precast, and more. NEW FOR 2021! Cement Production Pavilion (North Hall): Features the leaders of the equipment and support services used in cement processing: kilns, separators, mills, dryers, silos, bagging, automation & instrumentation. Supporting this pavilion is the International Cement Seminar, premier conference for cement industry professionals, produced by Semco Publishing, parent company of Cement Americas, Rock Products and Concrete Products magazines. World of Concrete attendees can purchase the International Cement Seminar Package to join cement industry thought leaders in a focused series of presentations on best practices in cement production, equipment selection, materials, quality and environment control technologies. Registration for WOC 2021 is now open. PLEASE BE ADVISED: There will be no onsite registration this year due to new COVID safety protocols. You MUST REGISTER ONLINE before coming to the show. Visit www.worldofconcrete.com for more information and registration. Registration questions? Call Registration at 866.860.1983 or email Registration@WorldofConcrete.com.
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Construction Crews Unearth Rare Find On Calif. Job Site
VALLEJO, Calif. (AP) Construction workers rebuilding a bridge in the San Francisco Bay area unexpectedly found two people living in a cave dug into an embankment, authorities said.
Crews were excavating at the site of the old bridge in Vallejo when they heard voices and switched off their digging equipment, Tom Walker, the project manager of the city, told the San Francisco Chronicle.
They discovered a cave about 20-ft. long and 3-ft. high in the side of the embankment.
Dozens of police, firefighters and rescue workers converged on the bridge 1.5 mi. north of downtown Vallejo, the Chronicle reported.
Vallejo resident Albert Wong said he saw sleeping bags, backpacks, clothing and other items being removed from the cave.
“It was a lot of stuff,” he said.
“It’s really common to have homeless encampments under bridges but this is the first time I’ve seen something like this,” Walker said.
Construction workers began rebuilding a decades-old two-lane bridge that serves Mare Island and hope to have the new span finished by year’s end, Walker said.
Mare Island is about 23 mi. northeast of San Francisco.
