The Scaffold Industry Association installed John R. Miller as president at its 34th annual convention in Baltimore, in July. Immediate Past-President Howard Schapira, Action Scaffold & Equipment Co., will remain for a two-year term.
Although a slowdown of the U.S. economy is expected, experts predict cement consumption this year to reach 129.6 million tons, an increase of 2.3 percent compared to 2005 levels, extending a three-year period of continual growth. Additional growth is forecasted for 2007, with a 1.2 percent consumption increase.
Benjamin Obdyke Inc. has opened a new warehouse facility in Atlanta. In addition to this opening, the company has brought on a new regional sales manager for the Southern region, as well as hired several new sales representatives to serve the needs of the southern building market.
USG Corp. announced that its gypsum recycling program partner, Gypsum Recycling America LLC, has begun collecting new gypsum wallboard scrap, which will be recycled and reused in USG's wallboard manufacturing operations.
The manufacturer of TEC brands invites architects to attend the company's free programs on installation and care and maintenance systems for ceramic tile and natural stone.
Armstrong Ceiling Systems has introduced the Seismic RxSuspension System, a seismic code-compliant system that allows for the use of 7/8-inch molding and eliminates stabilizer bars in Category D, E and F installations.
Architects in New York City recently attended the second session of the Plastering & Spray Fireproofing Contractors of Greater New York's six-credit continuing education program held in June.
The Portland Cement Association re-affirmed the cement industry's commitment to sustainable development with the recent relocation of its Washington, D.C., offices.