Masonry Magazine August 2001 Page. 45
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CODES & STANDARDS DIRECTOR CHOSEN
Steve Szoke, former Executive Director of the Southeast Cement Promotion Association, has accepted the position of Director of Codes and Standards and will begin work in Skokie, Illinois on June 1, 2001. Steve will direct the efforts of three staff members located in the field: J. J. Messersmith-based in Rockville, Virginia; Mark Kluver-based in San Ramon, California; and, Stephen Skalko-based in Macon, Georgia. The department's staff is highly involved in the codes and standards circles external to the cement and concrete industry, but also works closely with other PCA departments and allied industries to favorably influence concrete's position and acceptance in the marketplace.
SPEC MIX NAMES NEW VICE PRESIDENT/ GENERAL MANAGER
Starting June 25, 2001, Brian Carney of Spec Mix, Inc. has been named Vice President/General Manager. Brian has been a valuable member of the Spec Mix team for eight years and is a perfect fit for the position. Based on his work experience with Spec Mix and proven commitment to the organization, we are glad Brian accepted the opportunity. Along with his new responsibility, Brian will maintain the position of Western Regional Manager until a suitable replacement is chosen. Brian is committed to moving the Spec Mix" brand forward through service, promotion and quality for Spec Mix, Inc.'s licensees and the masonry community.
Glen-Gery Corp., Wyomissing, PA Chillocothe, MO, plant, 2000; Added kiln, increased capacity by 38M
Global Clay Marseilles, LLC, Marseilles, IL New plant, Marseilles, IL, 2000; Capacity 70M
Hanson Brick America-Richtex Corp., Columbia, SC Roseboro, NC plant, 2001; Increased capacity by 20M Monroe, NC plant, June, 2002; Increasing capacity to 80M All facilities: Undertaking efforts to improve efficiencies
Jenkins Brick Co., Montgomery, AL. New plant, Montgomery, AL, 2000; Capacity 50M
Redland Brick, Inc., Williamsport, MD New plant, July, 2001; Harmar plant, near Pittsburgh, will increase capacity to 60M (will close an old plant at the same time).
Plant upgrade, 2001; KF Plant, Windsor, CT: Has increased capacity of kiln and machinery that handles setting and de-hacking. Net: 5M increased capacity.
Richards Brick Co., Edwardsville, IL Edwardsville, IL Plant, 2000; Increased capacity by 18M
Triangle Brick Co., Durham, NC New plant, Merry Oaks, NC, 1999; Added 100M New plant, Wadesboro, NC, 2001; Added 110M
Watsontown Brick Co., Watsontown, PA New plant, Watsontown, PA: Capacity 40M
*Source: Brick Industry Association (BIA)
The Brick Industry Association (BIA), based in Reston, Va., represents the nation's brick distributors, manufacturers and suppliers. Web site: www.brickinfo.org.
BOYS & THEIR TOYS
Who says mason contractors only know masonry? Don't ask Bill Dentinger of Bill Dentinger Inc. of Waukesha, WI. and MCAA Past President who leads the pack in the Sprint Vintage Grand Prix Mid-Ohio. A race enthusiast for years, Dentinger races this historic 1959 British Tornado Sportster (car #47) in roughly ten races per year. The Tornado would reach speeds of 160 mph on the 2-4 mile track with steep elevation changes and fifteen turns. The race pitted cars that averaged forty-three years of age with drivers much older. "If you think that's scary, you should see it from inside the car" said Bill. Gee Bill, that's such a great photo of you racing, you can hardly see the pedals!