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September 2010 Reinforcer Express e-Newsletter Available (Login Required)
09/3/10
The September 2010 Reinforcer Express was sent to customers this morning. Featured articles in this issue include: Customer Satisfaction survey distribution, a thank you to those visiting the aSa booth at Concrete Show 2010, upcoming events, and much more.
Visit aSa at Concrete Show 2010
08/25/10
Much of South America, and Brazil, in particular, is seeing an increase in demand for building products. The 2009 Concrete Show drew more than 17,000 attendees, and more are expected this year. Be sure to stop by aSa's stand 287 and say, "olá." Learn more and register for Concrete Show 2010 on their website: http://www.concreteshow.com.br/en
Summer aSa Reinforcer Newsletter Published
08/24/10
The newest issue of aSa’s printed newsletter includes features about BIM (Building Information Modeling), employees celebrating milestone anniversaries, a customer success story, productivity tips, and more. Hard copies were mailed the week of 08/23/2010, but you can view the PDF now.
aSa Brochures Now Available in Spanish and Portuguese
08/17/10
To better serve fabricators in Latin America and other regions, we have created Spanish and Portuguese versions of our product brochures.
August 2010 Reinforcer Express e-Newsletter Available (Login Required)
08/10/10
Learn about our upcoming trade show in Brazil, aSa brochures now available in Spanish and Portuguese, productivity tips, and much more. View the August 2010 aSa Reinforcer Express. The Reinforcer Express is a monthly e-mail newsletter available to clients enrolled in our subscription service.
Train your detailers: Next aSa CAD class August 15-20
08/03/10
Seats are available in aSa’s next aSa CAD/Detailing Training Course August 15-20. The class, which covers both MicroStation and aSa rebar detailing tools, will be held at aSa’s hands-on training facility near Pittsburgh. Contact us for more information.
aSa Announces Stand Number for Big 5 Show in Dubai
07/30/10
Once again, aSa will showcase its entire suite of rebar solutions at the Big 5 International Building & Construction Show. Join us at Stand 1A34. The Big 5 is the 22-25 November 2010 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Industry News: Construction Material Prices Fall in June; Still Higher for the Quarter
07/19/10
After three months of increases, construction material prices fell by 0.9 percent in June. Overall, however, prices are up 0.8 percent for the second quarter and 4.2 percent higher than June 2009. Economists say it’s too early to tell whether the drop is an anomaly or a trend. Read the full article at Concrete Construction Online.
July 2010 Reinforcer Express Available
07/02/10
Learn how aSa v7.2 earned "Windows 7 compatiblity" status from Microsoft, see details about our "3 of a Kind" web training special, and more. View the July 2010 aSa Reinforcer Express. The Reinforcer Express is a monthly e-mail newsletter available to clients enrolled in our subscription service.
Industry News: Concrete Construction Article Discusses the Benefits of Employee Development
06/22/10
In a challenging economy, efficiency is more important than ever. This article, written by Amy Numbers of Constructive Communication Inc, analyzes the benefits of investing in your current employees. By training workers, they can be more effective producers and more satisfied employees. Contact aSa, today, to find out about our current promotion on training. Read the full article on Concrete Construction Online.
Industry News: ACI Announces New Executive VP
06/14/10
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce Ronald G. Burg, formerly vice president at CTLGroup, has been named executive vice president of ACI. Current ACI executive vice president William R. Tolley will retire from ACI at the end of June, after 35 years of service to the Institute. Burg will join the 100-member ACI staff at its Farmington Hills, MI, headquarters on July 6. Read the full press release at Concrete Construction Online.
Industry News: GreenSite Contest Accepting Entries
06/11/10
Each year, Hanley Wood presents awards to the most sustainable concrete construction projects in 12 different categories. They are now accepting entries for the 2010 awards. See the GreenSite Awards 2010 article posted on Concrete Construction Online for complete details.
Industry News: Non-residential Construction Spending Up in April
06/03/10
The U.S. Census Bureau reported on June 1, 2010, that spending increased in April. The data in the report is a mix of positive and negative numbers, but many believe that indicators are pointing to a turnaround. Read the full Concrete Construction article.
aSa News: aSa Official Facebook Page Now Live - Become a Fan, Today
06/01/10
The way that people communicate is changing. In an effort to continue to be accessible to all of our customers, aSa has launched our official Facebook page. Become a fan by visiting the aSa Facebook page and clicking the Like button. Once you do, you will be kept up to date on aSa and rebar industry news, including exclusive contests and promotions, through Facebook.
Note: Although aSa will never share your information without your consent, keep in mind that the aSa Facebook page is a public page and all information posted on the page is publicly accessible.
Industry News: Repairing Highways with Precast Slabs
05/19/10
Minimal traffic interruptions and concrete durability are among the benefits of using precast slabs for highway repair work, according to an article at Concrete Construction Online. While material and labor costs prohibit precast from being a viable option for large-scale highway construction, ?Precast systems are worth investigating for rapid overnight repairs where pavements cannot be closed,? says Sam Tyson, P.E., Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) task manager in the Concrete Pavement Technology Program.
Industry News: Bauma Exhibitors Note Growing Sales and Optimism Despite Lower Attendance
05/13/10
Flight restrictions due to the volcanic ash cloud over Europe resulted in 15% fewer visitors to the Bauma International Trade Fair in 2010 compared to 2007. In fact, aSa’s Scott Leib and Tim Berg would have missed Bauma if they hadn’t been in Germany the previous week to attend the Wire Dusseldorf show. Despite the downturn in visitors, several exhibitors said the show had an optimistic tone. Ralf Wezel, secretary-general of the Committee for European Construction Equipment, Brussels said in a statement, “The mood in the industry shows that, in Europe, the bottom of the cycle is now behind us. Confidence has returned.” Other construction industry executives say product demand is rising. Read more at Engineering News Record.
Industry News: How much do you know about concrete?
04/28/10
Test your knowledge about the physics of slab on grade. Take a True an False pop quiz at Concrete Construction Online. The answers will be posted on the Dirt Covers blog after May 1.
Industry News: Bauma Anticipates Record High Number of Exhibitors
04/16/10
The Bauma Trade Fair for Construction Machinery, Building Material Machines, Mining Machines, Construction Vehicles and Construction Equipment will include 3,150 exhibitors and 555,000 square meters of exhibition space — the most ever in the show’s 50-year history. Visit aSa at Hall C3, Stand No. 116B.
Industry News: New Report From ACI on High Strength Concrete: 363R-10
04/08/10
This report summarizes currently available information about high strength concrete and is now available on the ACI website for a fee. The report covers selection of materials, concrete mixture proportions, ordering, batching, mixing, transporting, placing, quality control, concrete properties, structural design, economic considerations, and applications and is available in printed or electronic (PDF) formats.
aSa News: Join Us for Concrete Show 2010 South America in Sao Paolo, Brazil
03/30/10
Much of South America, and Brazil, in particular, is seeing an increase in demand for building products. The 2009 Concrete Show drew more than 17,000 attendees, and more are expected this year. Be sure to stop by aSa's stand 287 and say, "olá." Learn more and register for Concrete Show 2010 on their website: http://www.concreteshow.com.br/en
Industry News: ACI Spring Convention in Chicago Underway
03/22/10
This morning begins the second day of the ACI (American Concrete Institute) Spring Convention in Chicago, and three more days of events are planned. ACI's convention Twitter account reports 1360 attendees, so far, while the ACI website includes a YouTube video explaining what to expect at the convention.
Industry News: CRSI Epoxy Interest Group Publishes Performance Report
03/19/10
The CRSI Epoxy Interest Group (EIG) recently published a report on the performance of epoxy-coated bars in West Virginia. The study found that decks reinforced with epoxy-coated rebar last much longer without requiring repairs. Read concrete construction's summary, here, or the complete report on the EIG website.
Industry News: CRSI Announces Design Awards
03/15/10
The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) recently announced awards for “excellence in reinforced concrete structures” in categories that included: Bridge, Commercial Buildings, Cultural & Entertainment Facilities, Education & Healthcare Facilities, and Residential Buildings. Entries were evaluated on aesthetics, innovation, engineering achievement, functional excellence, and economy of construction. See the list of winning companies at concreteconstruction.net.
Industry News: 2010 Big Year for Stimulus Money and Infrastructure
03/11/10
Most of the money from the U.S. government’s 2009 stimulus plan is still in Washington, but it is expected to benefit thousands of infrastructure projects in 2010. Contractors should see $76 billion in stimulus funding this year, according to Mike Pickett, CEO of Onvia. Onvia is the creator of recovery.org, a private sector initiative to give businesses transparency into recovery project spending. Learn more at recovery.org and concreteconstructiononline.com.
Industry News: Haiti reconstruction to be in focus of ACI Spring Conference
03/04/10
Sessions at the ACI Spring 2010 Convention, March 21-25, 2010, in Chicago will cover concrete repair in unusual and extreme conditions. One session will focus on the rebuilding and reconstruction efforts in Haiti, following the devastating January 12 earthquake. Read the Concrete Construction Online article for more information on the ACI Spring Convention.
Industry News: Curling - It's not just an Olympic "sport"
03/02/10
Position Statement #30, the American Society of Concrete Contractors' (ASCC) latest paper on key issues of interest to concrete contractors. "Responsibility for Slab Curling" reportedly takes a look at the responsibility that concrete contractors have in terms of floor flatness. These do not end after 72 hours, because of curling over time. Read more details on Concrete Construction Online.
Industry News: Vancouver Olympics - Concrete Wins the Green Medal
02/26/10
Over the last two weeks, eyes around the world have been centered on Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, host city of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Specifically of interest to many has been the Richmond Olympic Oval, where the speed skating events are being held. Much care was taken in planning and building the venue, in order to make it beautiful and environment-friendly. Read the details about the sustainability and legacy of the building on the official Vancouver Olympics' website:
http://www.vancouver2010.com/olympic-spectator-guide/venues/richmond-olympic-oval/sustainability---legacy/
Industry News: Daytona Track Patched with Reinforced Concrete
02/23/10
Reinforced concrete will be used to patch the pothole that caused a two-hour delay of the Daytona 500 race on February 14. The concrete patch will take about two days to pour, in addition to several days of cure time. Officials expect the track to be ready for Daytona 200 Week, a motorcycle event that begins February 25. Read more at espn.com and concreteconstructiononline.com.
Is Your Mill Using New CRSI Barcodes?
02/15/10
A new barcode standard developed by the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) allows you to receive material into aSa Bundle Inventory by simply scanning mill tags. CRSI is encouraging all mills to adopt the new standard. If your mill tags don’t include the CRSI barcode, contact your mill representative -- let your mill rep know that this is an important value-added service that you want. Click to download a document that describes the new CRSI mill barcode standard and its benefits.
Industry News: 2010 Expected to be Slow Year for Construction
02/10/10
While indicators may suggest a turn-around for the economy in general, conditions for the construction industry are likely to be weak for another year or more, according a recent forecast from the Portland Cement Association (PCA). The group expects only a modest increase in cement consumption in 2010 with significant growth in 2011 and beyond. State deficits and the slow release of federal stimulus money are the two major factors. Read the entire article at Concrete Construction Online.
Industry News: North America’s Largest Concrete Arch
02/05/10
Two 1,600-foot concrete arches are the focal point of the Colorado River Bridge. The bridge, scheduled to open to traffic in June 2010, is 900 feet above the Colorado River with majestic views of Hoover Dam. The project required 7.7 million pounds of rebar, nearly 7 million pounds of structural steel, and 2.3 million pounds of post-tensioning steel. Visit http://www.hooverdambypass.org/
Photo_Gallery.htm for pictures of the construction.
Are you ready for some concrete?
01/28/2010
aSa is! With aSa ex 7.2 right around the corner, we have a lot for you to see at the 2010 World of Concrete. You will be happy to experience the many time-saving utilities included in this upgrade (free to clients enrolled in aSa Subscription Service, as always). Remember to visit aSa at booth N2612, and use code A25 for free admission to WOC Exhibits, thanks to CRSI.
Bentley Systems is now using Twitter and Facebook to stay and get in touch
01/18/2010
Are you using social networking sites? In response to the millions of individuals doing so, many companies are doing so, too. Bentley has been using Twitter since September, 2008, and Facebook since September, 2009, to answer user questions, spread the word about Bentley events, share industry news, and get in touch with prospective customers.
Twitter: http://twitter.com/bentleysystems?BI
=homepage&v=comm+twitter
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/
BentleySystems?BI=homepage&v=comm+
facebook#/BentleySystems?v=wall
Industry News: Haitian Earthquake - A tragic reminder of the importance of our industry
01/14/2010
On January 12, 2010, an earthquake occurred near the capital of Haiti, Port-au-Prince, causing mass devastation. The damage cannot, yet, be quantified in lives and dollars, but all accounts report that it is massive. The biggest tragedy is that some part of it could have been avoided with proper engineering of buildings and reinforced construction. This article from NPR, includes commentary from a Haitian earthquake engineer, regarding the effect of the earthquake on a poor country with no national building codes.
Industry News: Concrete the Bends?
01/12/2010
When concrete fails, its brittle nature is usually to blame. For example, when concrete stretches beyond its original size, cracks form, and it no longer carries a load. A team of scientists at the University of Michigan has created a concrete material that stretches, bends, and even heals its own cracks. The new material, called Engineered Cement Composite (ECC) can remain safe even when stretched to 5% beyond its original size. Read the entire article at Concrete Construction Online.
aSa News: Burj Dubai (now Burj Khalifa) opens as multiple record-breaker
01/04/2010
The Emirate of Dubai, like most of the world, had its share of financial woes in 2009. To kick off 2010, the crowning jewel of an incredible building boom in the city of Dubai, the Burj Dubai, renamed to Burj Khalifa, officially opened today. Along with being the tallest building in the world, the reinforced concrete Burj Khalifa breaks several other records, seen on the BBC News website.
aSa News: Your aSa website, only easier to search
11/18/2009
The industry news, user documentation, and program updates that we have been bringing you for years have not changed, they are now just easier to find. The aSa website has more than 500 pages and documents full of useful information. Up until now, only a fraction of those were searchable using the website search tool.
A few weeks ago, we implemented a new search tool, which indexes virtually every word of content on the website, ranks results based on the keyword(s), and even includes the supported section of the website (if you are currently logged into the Support site). We hope that you find the search tool more useful, and always welcome feedback: multimedia@asahq.com. To use the search, simply type in a keyword in the search field in the upper-left corner of any webpage, or go directly to the aSa Site Search page:
http://asarebar.com/search.aspx
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