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SEAA Committee Openings Available

7/19/2024

 
SEAA is currently seeking dedicated members to join several of its key committees. This is a valuable opportunity for those looking to make an impact within the industry while contributing to the organization's growth and success.

We have openings in the following committees:
  • Awards Committee: Help recognize and honor outstanding achievements within our industry.
  • Events Committee: Planning and execution of peer groups, Meet & Greets, Golf Tournament and Convention.
  • Marketing Committee: Assist in promoting our brand and developing content and resources for members.
  • Membership Committee: Contribute to enhancing member engagement and recruitment strategies.
  • Strategic Planning Committee: Participate in long-term planning to guide the future direction of SEAA.

Committees are made up of employees of member companies. Each committee is led by a chairperson. Members serve for three-year terms. “We are looking for enthusiastic members who are committed to advancing the steel construction industry and enhancing our association’s activities. Participation provides a stepping stone to serving on the board of directors,” said Pete Gum, Executive Director.

“The opportunity to collaborate with other industry professionals and leaders is the best way to get value out of your membership,” said Jack Nix, President of SEAA and Chief Operations Officer for Shelby Erectors.
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If you’re interested in joining a committee or learning more, please contact Krista Whittemore.

seaa remembers past president, Billy DeWitt (William Howard DeWitt Jr.),

5/31/2022

 
​Billy DeWitt (William Howard DeWitt Jr.), of Florence, S.C., died on May 10, 2022 at the age of 83.  DeWitt was the retired CEO of Florence Steel Erectors, Inc., where he worked for 30 years. In 1986, he served as President of the Steel Erectors Association of Virginia and the Carolinas (now the Steel Erectors Association of America.) Read his obituary or sign the online tribute wall hosted by Soudenmire Dowling Funeral Home.
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“The early members of the organization that preceded SEAA set a foundation for sharing best practices. As we celebrate our 50th year this year, we recognize and appreciate the contributions of people like Billy DeWitt,” said Geoff Kress, President of Gardner-Watson Decking and past president of SEAA (2020-2021). 

Urgent Safety Announcement and Product Recalls

2/18/2022

 
Stop Use & Inspection Notice
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The SEAA Safety & Education Committee would like to bring these urgent safety announcements to your attention. Please download the official memo and take action as directed.
Important Safety Announcement

From: Victor Professional

Regarding: Flashback Arrestors, Check Valves

Issued: February 2022

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Stop Use & Inspection Notice

From: 3M Fall Protection

Regarding: Select 3M™ Protecta® Self-Retracting Lifelines

Issued: February 2022

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Stop Use & Inspection Notice

From: The Crosby Group

Regarding: Select 8.5 Shackles

Issued: February 2022

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NCCER Steel Fabrication Training Survey

5/11/2021

 
Several SEAA members include steel fabricators who have been seeking training for fabrication personnel for skills such as blueprint reading, math and measuring, in addition to cutting and welding techniques. NCCER is actively exploring the interest level for development of this type of curriculum. Fabrication companies can provide input by completing this survey. 

This is the full link: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/9510c8342f034036acfc23521358da9f

SEAA Remembers Dave Schulz

1/25/2021

 
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David Alan Schulz was born October 9, 1954 in Saginaw, Michigan. He died December 19, 2020 at his home in Sanford, North Carolina. He was 66.

Known by his friends as Dave, he was a hardworking ironworker who started his career in construction in 1973 erecting grain dryers and boilers. Described as a funny, kind, and generous fireball of a personality, Dave was certainly rough around the edges. But that exterior belied a heart of gold.

With more gumption than money, he and his wife Cindy, opened Schulz Iron Works, Inc., in 1999 equipped with not much more than a pickup truck and credit card. Anyone who ever observed Dave and Cindy together knows that they just fit together. Married for 34 years, he adored her beyond measure.

Cindy serves as President, managing the business side of Schulz Iron Works, while Dave as Vice
President, remained hands on, reportedly working as many as six days a week, often in the field.
Together they assembled a team that today is about 45 people strong and feels more like family than employees. Several have been with Schulz Iron Works for 20+ years.

Generous with both his time and finances, Dave was a man of second chances, affording many of his employees an opportunity for a fresh start and a career path. He supported them in more ways than just a paycheck, investing in their personal and professional lives. For example, he was godfather to one team member’s child and made sure another had a company truck with a king cab, suitable for toting children in car seats to school.

In much the same way, he was passionate about safety, which was a key reason he joined the Steel
Erectors Association of America in 2001. Schulz Iron Works was one of the first companies to become an accredited training and assessment site in the SEAA/NCCER Ironworker Craft Training Program, which he later expanded to also include crane operator and rigger training for his employees. He shared these training resources with other companies; on more than one occasion brought nearly one-fourth of his crew to SEAA’s annual conventions; and put his all into fundraising for SEAA’s education and training programs.

Dave first joined the SEAA board of directors in 2007. He served on the Safety & Education Committee for several years and more recently led the planning for SEAA’s Annual Education Fundraiser Golf Tournament at Lonnie Poole Golf Course located on the campus of NC State University in Raleigh, N.C. In typical Dave style, he agreed to not charge a customer for change orders if the company supported the golf tournament. That charitable mind set permeated much of the company’s activities with donated supplies and labor for Raleigh-area community projects and the NC State Student Steel Bridge Competition.

An unofficial ambassador of SEAA, Dave was named the association’s Person of the Year in 2009 and was elected President in 2018. Achieving this goal was a life-long dream of Dave’s which at times may have seemed like wishful thinking to anyone but Dave. The man was not polished—he wore red sneakers with his dress pants—and at times he had no filter, which was often hilarious. But when he screwed up, he learned from it. His energy and passion for life was amazing; his kindness overwhelming. 

As hard as Dave worked, he played just as hard. He could cut a rug on the dance floor. He loved golfing, traveling, and watching NASCAR. And always, he loved Cindy.

​The SEAA Board of Directors voted in January to name the Education Fundraiser Golf Tournament after Dave. The first Dave Schulz Memorial Golf Tournament, supporting safety, education, and training, will be held October 12, 2021 at MetroWest Golf Club in Orlando, FL. Registration will open February 15.


In addition to Cindy, Dave is survived by a son, two brothers, two brothers-in-law, his mother-in-law, and extended family in Michigan. A memorial service is planned for him at a later date. For updates on the service or information on memorial contributions, read his official obituary at bridgescameronfuneralhome.com.
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SEAA to cancel National Convention & Trade Show April 1-3

3/17/2020

 
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In light of ongoing developments surrounding COVID-19, its impact on public health, and subsequent restrictions on corporate travel, the Board of Directors of the Steel Erectors Association of America has decided to cancel its convention and trade show, previously scheduled for April 1-3 in Charleston, S.C.

​SEAA will announce the winners of its Project of the Year competition and Safety & Training Awards in April, but is planning an in-person presentation of these awards for a future date. In addition, the association is considering delivering some of the education sessions planned for the convention in alternative ways. Look for more information in the coming weeks.


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special alert - Guardian fall protection & crosby group stop use notice; osha temporary enforcement policy

12/20/2019

 
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The SEAA Safety & Education Committee would like to bring these urgent safety notices to your attention. Please download the official memos and take action as directed.
What: Mandatory Stop Use Notice

From: Guardian Fall Protection

Regarding: Guardian and Web Device 3-way SRL's

Issued: November 15, 2019

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What: Mandatory Stop Use Notice

From: The Crosby Group

Regarding: Crosby 7/8” 6.5t shackles

Issued: November 18, 2019

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What: Temporary Enforcement Policy

From: Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Regarding: Certification Issued by Crane Institute Certification

Issued: November 25, 2019

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SAIA ANNOUNCES NEW EFFECTIVE DATE FOR A92 SUITE OF STANDARDS

11/11/2019

 
KANSAS CITY, MO | November 1, 2019 – The effective date for the new ANSI/SAIA A92 Suite of Standards –originally scheduled for December 2019 – has been changed to March 1, 2020.

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special alert - 3m fall protection recall notice PROTECTA® Cobra Rope Grab AC202D

8/5/2019

 
Stop Use & Product Recall
IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED

3M™ PROTECTA® Cobra Rope Grab AC202D
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3M Fall Protection has determined that the 3M™ PROTECTA® Cobra Mobile/Manual Rope Grab AC202D is incorrectly stamped for use with 1/2 to 3/4 inch diameter rope on the exterior body of the unit. This Cobra Rope Grab is certified for use ONLY with 5/8 inch diameter polyester or polypropylene rope. All marketing information and the Instructions for Use (IFU) for this rope grab correctly identify the size of rope to be used as 5/8 inch polyester/polypropylene rope.

In the event of a fall from height, a Cobra Rope Grab used with 1/2 inch diameter rope may not arrest the fall and could result in serious injury or death to the worker. To remedy this situation, 3M is launching a Stop Use & Product Recall to replace all AC202D and related Cobra Rope Grabs that are stamped 1/2"—3/4" Dia.

Users/Owners: Immediately stop using and inspect your Cobra Rope Grab as described below:
  • Step 1: Verify the rope diameter is stamped 1/2"—3/4" Dia on the front side of the unit
  • Step 2: Verify the rope grab is stamped PROTECTA COBRA on the front side of the unit
  • Note: If the unit is stamped 5/8 inch diameter OR if the unit has a white label showing 5/8 inch diameter, then the unit is safe to return to normal use (see image on right for correct 5/8” diameter marking).

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special alert - 3m fall protection recall notice      DBI-SALA® Twin-Leg Nano-Lok™ edge & Twin-Leg Nano-Lok™ Wrap BackSelf-Retracting Lifelines

8/2/2019

 
Stop Use & Recall Notice
IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED

3M™ DBI-SALA® Twin-Leg Nano-Lok™ edge and Twin-Leg Nano-Lok™ Wrap Back
Self-Retracting Lifelines

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Twin-Leg Nano-Lok™ edge and Twin-Leg Nano-Lok™ Wrap Back Models

3M Fall Protection announces an immediate stop use and product recall of the 3M™ DBI-SALA® Twin-Leg Nano-Lok™ edge and the Twin-Leg Nano-Lok™ Wrap Back Self-Retracting Lifeline. These Twin-Leg Nano-Loks are used as part of a personal fall protection system that connects two self-retracting lifelines/devices (SRLs/SRDs) directly under the dorsal D-ring of a worker’s harness. The Twin-Leg Nano-Lok edge is intended to be anchored at foot-level, is designed for sharp and/or leading edge applications and incorporates an energy absorber. The Twin-Leg Nano-Lok Wrap Back is intended for wrapping around an anchor and incorporates a similar energy absorber. 3M has determined that in a fall and under certain conditions, the energy absorber of these devices may not properly deploy which could expose the worker to serious injury or death. There have been no reports of accidents or injuries associated with this issue, these products must be removed from service immediately.

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​Established in 1972, the Steel Erectors Association of America (SEAA) represents structural and reinforcing steel contractors, fabricators, and suppliers that serve this market. Our members include both small contractors (under $3 million revenue annually) and large contractors (over $10 million revenue annually). SEAA is a national organization with members in more than 40 US States and 3 Canadian Provinces.

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