Questions Answered for Producers - Covers typical questions about the auditing process, reporting and invoicing, communications, and resources along with general questions on how assessments are used and what units are covered under the program.
Mixer Systems prides itself on being a one-stop resource. An 86,000-square-foot facility houses advanced product planning, state-of-the-art manufacturing, and the capability of designing and constructing concrete batch plants from the ground up. Our product line is the largest family of equipment in the industry, built with American reliability to stand up to the challenges of the world of concrete. Internationally, Mixer Systems’ equipment is at work in over 60 countries. Product customization, responsive service, and a $3 million parts inventory are hallmarks of Mixer, which distributes its equipment worldwide.
iwi Concrete Equipment Group is the largest broker of used concrete products and manufacturing equipment in the United States. We’re dedicated to providing services and equipment to the concrete products industry. We pride ourselves on the relationships we have built over the years and the trust which you have placed in us. Our staff has extensive hands-on experience within the concrete industry. With our knowledge of the industry, we can offer both advice and equipment that will aid you in your operation, improve your efficiency, and increase your production.
We also represent new concrete equipment manufacturers whose products can improve your production capability and increase your profit potential. By having equipment for all areas of production we can provide a comprehensive package to satisfy your needs. We work with the block, paver, pipe, precast, prestress and ready-mix industries. We also offer custom precast forms that are designed to meet your specific needs and constructed to last for years of high performance. iwi Concrete Equipment Group also has consulting and appraisal services available.
With our highly experienced staff, we look forward to helping you solve whatever problems you may encounter in concrete product production and operations.
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REI Engineers provides engineering solutions and consulting services from design, construction administration, building enclosure commissioning, assessments to forensic analysis geared specifically for the construction and maintenance of your facilities.
Today, REI Engineers is a thriving engineering firm with a team of over 80 professionals. Despite its growth, REI Engineers remains true to its founding principles of providing innovative, client-focused engineering services. We are dedicated to designing solutions that last and building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering value in the services we provide.
We had a record turnout with over 200 people attending the conference this year. We were fortunate to have Mrs. Kim Spahn, the CMU Checkoff CEO share her vision and facilitate a panel discussion on a wide range of topics. We also brought back the Production Summit for the first time in 20 years! We had a great time in our education sessions and spending time together as family!
SCMA Launches: Building America - The Beauty Masonry Creates
2023 SCMA Ambassador Award Recipient - David McQueen
Congratulations to SCMA 2023 Ambassador Award Recipient - David McQueen. This special award given by James Cain, SCMA President, to leaders who are recognized among their peers of demonstrating the highest level of expertise, knowledge of masonry, exceeding customer expectations, and promotion of the Southeast Concrete Masonry Association. "David is the embodiment of what all salespeople in every company should aspire to be," says James Cain. David was presented the award at the 2023 SCMA Conference in July!
Promotional & Educational Events
Georgia Tech Masonry Day
The SCMA was asked to support the Georgia Tech 2nd-year Masonry Day. The event touched on many areas of engineering including building 10 fully grouted masonry walls. Something cool this year was students built five walls the standard way and then built five walls wearing the exoskeleton suit! This is the first opportunity for 11th -12th grade students to work with masonry. We had roughly 25 kids this year. Both the Masonry Association of GA (MAG) and the SCMA worked together to provide all the resources, volunteers, and training for this event.
University of Tennessee Blockfest at Willocks Brothers
Dr. Bennett stated, “I have taken my class on tours quite a few times before at other block plants. I have also been a part of tours of different plants across the country through The Masonry Society, primarily their Masonry Educators Workshop. This was by far the best! It was so well organized, and it was good to talk about aggregates, to have students work at identifying blocks, to give them the chance to lay a block, and to see the operation of the plant. I so much appreciate all that you did.” Great job TN members for working together on this event!
The SCMA and its members Acme Block, Willocks Brothers, General Shale, Hohmann & Barnard, and Longleaf Packing were fortunate to be a part of this wonderful event. Fred Campbell, Owner of Creative Masonry, had an idea and turned it into a reality. There were 12 high schools and middle schools with over 275 kids participating in this first-time event! We’re already looking forward to the next event!
April 26 - CSI Southeast Conference – SCMA had Tina Subasic present an AIA presentation on Code Updates for Concrete Masonry: What Designers Need to Know – Charlotte, NC
June 7-9 - GA Dept of Education CTE Teachers Camp T&I – MAG/SCMA Hands-on Training – Golden Isles, GA
June 28-29 - SCMA presented Careers in Masonry at the South Carolina Education + Business Summit for CTE Teachers – Greenville, SC
July 11 - SCMA/Blue Ridge Masonry Association presented Careers in Masonry at the Guidance Counselor Retreat in Roanoke, VA.
July 19-21 -SCMA presented Careers in Masonry at the Virginia Association of Trade and Industrial Educators for CTE Teachers – Norfolk, VA
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Masonry Standards Online Platform Launches with TMS 402/602-16
The Masonry Society has launched the all-new Masonry Standards Online subscription platform, which provides easy access to TMS standards from anywhere with enhanced commentary, additional features, and multi-user access. This powerful online platform is subscription-based and provides easy access to TMS standards. The 2022 Edition is in development 𝐍𝐎𝐖.
With newly improved features, this platform will be frequently updated with links to papers, webinars, guides, and other resources as they are released.
Additional TMS standards, including Standards for Architectural Cast Stone, 2016 Edition and Sound Standard, 2018, are planned for release in 2024.
