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Spring Board of Directors Meeting

Association News

The Captain’s Choice style tournament is open to members and non-members. More.

SEAA Offers Trade Show Promos for Exhibitors

“We will have three hours of dedicated trade show time, with hands-on presentations from exhibitors for a highly-engaged trade show experience,” said Carrie Gulajan, Chairman of the Convention Committee. More.

In this Issue of Spring 2021 Connector:

Cover Story: On the Job: An Ironworkers Perspective

Management: Change is the only Constant

In the Field: Four Reasons to Seek an Engineered Erection Plan

Upcoming Events

NASCC Steel Conference

April 12-16, 2021

Virtual Conference

April 21, 2021

Key Largo, Fla.

Stand Down to Prevent Falls

May 3-7, 2021

Industry Reports

NASCC: The Virtual Steel Conference to Feature 150+ Sessions

The American Institute of Steel Construction’s NASCC: The Virtual Steel Conference kicks off Monday, April 12 and runs through Friday, April 16.

With more than 150 sessions presented by the people driving today’s industry innovation, The Virtual Steel Conference has practical, actionable information for everyone--particularly erectors.

In addition, more than 200 exhibitors will highlight their latest innovations in a virtual exhibit hall. Appointments are available throughout the week, and exhibitors will be online to chat live each day.

Registration is now open at aisc.org/nascc.

SEAA Stands with Ironworkers, Tie-Off to Prevent Falls Campaign

SEAA supports the National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction. The week-long focus on fall prevention will be held May 3-7, 2021.

Erectors are encouraged to plan events at their job sites. In April, SEAA will distribute to members tips for holding an effective safety stand down and recommendations on topics relevant to fall prevention in steel erection. Members will have the option to order banners and hard stickers to utilize during their events. More.

Send Us Your Topping Out Photos

Submit photo, name and location of project, your company name and headquarters location to editor@seaa.net for inclusion in Connector magazine.

Member Updates

1.7 millions Studs Shot in 2020 by Gardner-Watson Studs

Turnkey stud installation company Gardner-Watson Studs, Oldsmar, Fla., announces that the company shot 1.7 million studs in its first year of business.

“We prioritize safety and precision, which enables our crews to maintain tight schedules on large projects,” said Duke Perry, VP of Sales and Operations. “Recently we installed 31,891 studs in a single day by multiple crews at different sites across the country,” he said. “As we closed out our first year of business, we appreciate the partnerships we have with customers who made this possible. I could not be prouder of the accomplishments of our employees in the field.”

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65-story Spiral Topped Out in Midtown Manhattan

Banker Steel Company, Lynchburg, V.A., Topped out "The Spiral" in January 2021. The building stands at 65 stories tall and features 31,500 tons of structural steel, all fabricated by Banker Steel Company and erected by NYC Constructors.

Located in the Hudson Yards district of Midtown Manhattan, this beauty is so named because of the spiral design of the terraces that circle the exterior of the building. More.

SEAA Board Member Joins Festival of Construction Panel Discussion

SEAA board member Jack Nix, vice president of operations for Shelby Erectors, Inc., participated in a panel discussion, "Navigating Changes and Shortages in the AEC Workforce" at the NY Festival of Construction virtual event.

The panel discussed how workforce changes impact the building process from design to build, along with the evolving relationships between designers, builders and owners.

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Magni America Merges U.S. Operations

Magni Telescopic Handlers, Roselle, N.J., has merged its Kansas and New Jersey operations into a combined division named Magni America. The manufacturer of rotating and fixed boom telehandlers, based in Italy, said both the New Jersey and Kansas facilities will remain in operation with both locations stocking Magni machines, parts and attachments. More.

News Briefs:

ForConstructionPros: 13 Infrastructure Projects & Technologies Changing the Construction Industry

Construction Business Owner: How to Make the Most of Your Virtual Training Sessions

EHS Today: What to Expect Under the Biden Administration

ISHN: National Association of Women in Construction survey reports job opportunities for women are on the rise

SEAA Offers Trade Show Promos for Exhibitors

3/15/2021

SEAA’s Trade Show provides erectors and fabricators a chance to see the latest products, services and innovations they need for safer, more productive work site. This year, SEAA is offering exhibitors a choice of indoor or outdoor booth locations, and all exhibitors have the option to participate in live demonstrations at no extra cost.

“We will have three hours of dedicated trade show time, with hands-on presentations from exhibitors for a highly-engaged trade show experience,” said Carrie Gulajan, Chairman of the Convention Committee.

To accommodate social distancing and small group engagement, attendees will be split into two groups. Half will visit indoor booths, while half will visit outdoor booths. Groups will rotate at the mid-point in the schedule, and the live demonstrations will be staggered between two time slots.

“We are offering two promotions to encourage exhibitors to confirm their booths early,” said Gulajan. The Early Bird Special is for exhibitors that reserve and pay for their booth by May 31. They receive (1) complimentary e-mail blast in our Convention Products & Services Showcase.

In 2022, SEAA’s 49th Convention & Trade Show returns to its regular schedule in North Charleston, S.C. “The All that Jazz Discount is for members only. Make a $500 deposit on your 2022 booth by October 31, 2021 to secure 2021 Trade Show Rates,” said Gulajan.

Learn more at https://www.seaa.net/seaa-convention--trade-show.html

Register for Golf Tournament to Support Safety, Training and Education

3/15/2021

In 2021, SEAA renamed the annual Education Fundraiser Golf Tournament in memory of Dave Schulz, SEAA past president, who was instrumental in organizing the event for many years. The 2021 tournament will be held in Orlando, Fla., on October 12, preceding the 48th Convention & Trade Show.

The Captain’s Choice style tournament is open to members and non-members. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place teams, longest drive, closest to the pin, and more.

Registration fees include green fee, cart, range balls, lunch, and beverages. Sponsorship opportunities are also available at seaa.net/daveschulzgolf.

Through this event, SEAA has awarded more than $40,000 in Craft Training grants and for the
development of training videos. SEAA is working toward developing approximately 20 Level 1 videos that can be used to accompany the SEAA/NCCER Ironworker Craft Training Program.

E-newsletter november 2020

2/16/2021

Connector | November 2020

January Board of Directors Meeting

Association News

Save the Date for SEAA’s 48th Annual Trade Show and Convention

SEAA will hold its 48th Annual Convention & Trade Show in Orlando, Fla., April 28-30, 2021. Convention will kick off with the popular Welcome Reception & Trade Show. SEAA’s Trade Show offers erector and fabricator companies a chance to see the latest products, services and innovations they need for safer, more productive work sites. Exhibitors are encouraged to reserve booths early as space is limited. More

Find out how SEAA can help you implement Ironworker Craft Training

Join SEAA in Tampa, Fla., on January 21 for a Meet and Greet reception following the Board of Directors meeting. The reception provides members and non-members an opportunity to get to know other steel erection contractors in the area and learn more about how SEAA supports its members through advocacy, best practices, and shared resources. At the event, you can find out how the association can help you implement ironworker craft training through the SEAA/NCCER Craft Training Program. RSVP for the reception online .

SEAA Featured in Business View Magazine

Geoff Kress, President of SEAA, and Tom Underhill, SEAA’s Executive Director were interviewed for Business View Magazine’s October issue. The feature highlights the association’s accomplishments and plans for the future. Business View Magazine is a national publication distributed to more than 840,000 business executives, entrepreneurs, and small business owners.

Read the full article here.

2021 Media Kit Now Available

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5,000 qualified and targeted readers including all members of SEAA
National circulation
Primary industries: steel erection, steel fabrication, construction design and general contractors

Contact Chris Harrison via email at ConnectorSales@SEAA.net or by phone at 660-287-7660.

January 21

Tampa, Fla.

NASCC Steel Conference

April 14-16

Louisville, Ky.

SEAA Convention & Trade Show

April 28-30

Orlando, Fla.

Industry Reports

NCCER Announces New Find A Center Search Feature

NCCER’s new Find a Center training map lets craft trainees and entry-level workers search over 3,300 locations open to the public. Users can filter by location and specific crafts, such as welding, pipefitting or carpentry, to find training in their area. More

New Study, Planning Tool Identifies Risk Mitigation for Coronavirus in Construction

Reduce Spread of Coronavirus in Construction with While the world continues to wait for a vaccine for COVID-19, employers will need to remain up to date and vigilant on safety protocols on the jobsite, especially as we head into the winter months.

A study, published on October 29, 2020, by the University of Texas at Austin, found a connection between construction sites that did not have COVID-19 restrictions in place, and higher hospitalization rates in surrounding areas. The study, based on residents in the Austin-Round Rock metro area, discovered that the risk of coronavirus hospitalization in the construction industry is five times more than other occupations. More

Coronavirus News, Enforcement Guidance, and Resources

News Briefs

Industrial Safety Hygiene News: Workplace preparedness: Planning for the unexpected

JP Cullen:5 Ways to use Drone Images to Enhance Communication About your Project

ForConstructionPros: Working in the Sky: Fall Protection Updates from STAFDA 2020

Littler: Facing Your Face Mask Duties – A List of Statewide Orders

Construction Business Owner: A Guide to Managing the Risks of Working at Height

In this Issue of Fall 2020 Connector:

Cover Story: Careful Sequencing

Management: Profiles in Excellence

In the Field: Unraveling the Mystery of Heat Treatment

Advertising Deadline

Spring Issue: Feb 19

Member Updates

Member Spotlight: Gardner-Watson Decking & Gardner-Watson Studs

This month’s SEAA Member Spotlight is Gardner-Watson Decking and sister company Gardner-Watson Studs. The two companies are currently working on a 3.8 million square foot Amazon facility located in Wilmington, Del. Previously, GW Deck has completed work at the new Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL and at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Studios. More

Ejected from Bucket Truck Training Video

Tech Safety Lines, Carrollton, Texas, has released training videos to help organizations navigate new ANSI A92 standards for MEWPs. View this video to see how a worker can self-rescue after being ejected while working from height.

Williams Cranes Helps Transform I-66

Williams Construction Services, Manassas, Va., provided 13 cranes to erect girders on eight bridges as part of Virginia’s DOT and I-66 Express Mobility Partner’s “Transform 66 Outside the Beltway” project. The project seeks to add express lanes to a 22.5-mile stretch of I-66 from I-495 in Falls Church to Route 29 in Gainesville. More

Cooper Steel Celebrates 60 Years

Simpson Strong-Tie, Pleasanton, Calif., has made a donation to the American Red Cross to assist in relief response and recovery efforts. Since August 15, 2020, more than a million acres of land has burned leaving approximately 100,000 people displaced. More.

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2/16/2021

Connector | January 2021

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Association News

SEAA Remembers Dave Schulz

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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. More.

SEAA Reschedules Convention for October 2021

The SEAA Board of Directors announces that its 48th Convention and Trade Show, previously scheduled for April 2021 in Orlando, Fla., will now take place Oct. 12-14, 2021.

The meeting will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton at the entrance to Universal, in Orlando, Fla. Registration opens February 15. More.

Board of Directors Pursues New Association Leadership

The SEAA Board of Directors announces that Tom Underhill, Executive Director, retired as of December 31, 2020. He served in that role from 2011 to 2020. Under his direction, a number of critical new programs were implemented. “Hiring a new Executive Director is the first priority of the Board of Directors,” said David Deem, Chairman of the Long Range Planning Committee. More.

SEAA Releases New Craft Training Video

A new Craft Training Video is now available through the Members Only Portal on the SEAA website. The Ironworking Module Three, 30103 Tools and Equipment of the Trade, is a short video that supports the SEAA/NCCER Ironworker Level 1 curriculum and has been designed to complement your existing training materials. For log in assistance, please contact the SEAA office admin@seaa.net

New Digital Advertising Options

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5,000 qualified and targeted readers including all members of SEAA
National circulation
Primary industries: steel erection, steel fabrication, construction design and general contractors

Contact Chris Harrison via email at ConnectorSales@SEAA.net or by phone at 660-287-7660.

Upcoming Events

NASCC Steel Conference

April 12-16, 2021

Virtual Conference

Spring Board of Directors Meeting

April 22, 2021

Key Largo, Fla.

SEAA Convention & Trade Show

October 12-14, 2021

Orlando, Fla.

Industry Reports

NASCC To Go Virtual for Second Straight Year

AISC will hold 2021 NASCC: The Steel Conference 2021 conference online April 12-16. While it is disappointing to miss out on in-person networking two years in a row, the good news is that last year’s online version went well. The 50-plus online sessions were packed, some of them bringing in more than 1,500 attendees. Registration will open February 8, and session information will be posted in early February. More.

SBA and U.S. Treasury Announce Final Guidance on PPP Loan

The second round of the Payroll Protection Plan (PPP) loans opened on January 11, 2021. The U.S. Small Business Administrations (SBA) and the U.S. Department of Treasury released the final guidance for first time applications, and stronger stipulations for second time borrowers. More.

Training and Workforce Development Benchmarks

A skilled construction workforce is essential to safe, productive, and sustainable project execution. Until recently, however, the industry lacked a qualitative metric to fairly, consistently, and objectively represent a contractor’s commitment to workforce development and training.

Read more about an assessment tool and process that enables owners to evaluate contractor craft training programs. More.

Coronavirus News, Enforcement Guidance, and Resources

News Briefs

Heavy Equipment Guide: Does a hard hat have an expiration date?

AISC: 14 Reasons to Use Structural Steel For Bridges

American Society of Safety Professionals: Managing Safety on Multiemployer Work Sites

Construction Business Owner: What's in Biden's $1.9T Stimulus Plan for Construction

In this Issue of Winter 2020 Connector:

Cover Story: Training and Workforce Development Benchmarks

Management: Post Accident Response

In the Field: Safety Reminders for Erectors

Advertising Deadline

Spring 2021 Issue: Feb 19

Member Updates

March 1 is Deadline for Safety, Training, and Project of the Year Nominations

Available only to members, SEAA’s awards programs provide member companies with national, industry recognition. Online submission forms make the process easy. Winners will be recognized at the 48th Convention & Trade Show, October 12-14, 2021 in Orlando, Fla. More

Member Spotlight: Trivent Safety

Trivent Safety, Westminster, Colo., is a nationwide OSHA safety, training and compliance consulting team. As a full-service OSHA consulting group, Trivent Safety Consulting helps companies develop, implement, and maintain safety and health programs that exceed OSHA requirements. Bryan McClure, one of the owners of Trivent, was elected to the SEAA Board of Directors in 2017. More.

Interested in being featured? Contact brytanny@seaa.net.

Kinsley Construction Receives Recognition from ABC

Kinsley Construction Inc., York, Pa., has received an Excellence in Construction award from the Keystone Chapter of Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC), for their work on OSS West York Orthopedic Clinic and Urgent Care Facility. Kinsley also received four Merit Awards for projects completed between January 2019 to December 2019.

ABC’s Excellence in Construction Awards program recognizes the outstanding work on projects built by ABC Keystone members. More.

Dave Steel Elects New President

Tim Heffner

Dave Steel Company, Inc., Cincinnati, Ohio, has elected Tim Heffner as President and Chief Operating Officer. Heffner is the fifth president in the company’s 92-year history, and the first of which that is not a member of the Dave family.

Heffner previously served as Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Dave Steel Company for 27 years, and has assisted in growing the company from a regional fabrication company to serving projects throughout the nation. More.

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SEAA Reschedules Convention for October 2021

1/19/2021

The SEAA Board of Directors announces that its 48th Convention and Trade Show, previously scheduled for April 2021 in Orlando, Fla., will now take place Oct. 12-14, 2021. The meeting will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton at the entrance to Universal, in Orlando, Fla.

“In order to accommodate evolving recommendations for in-person gatherings related to the
coronavirus pandemic, the Convention Committee has set the new dates with high hopes that the
environment will be back on track by the third quarter,” said Carrie Gulajan, Convention Committee
Chairperson. “We made this decision based on travel industry projections and watching what other
trade organizations are doing. We feel strongly that the biggest value to be gained is from in-person
networking,” she said.

Details of the agenda are being finalized, but the tentative program is as follows:

Tuesday, Oct. 12: Education and Training Fundraiser Golf Tournament

Wednesday, Oct. 13: Exhibitor Setup, Project of the Year Award Winners Panel Discussion, Welcome Reception

Thursday, Oct. 14: Trade Show and Indoor and Outdoor Exhibitor Demos, Education Sessions, Closing Night Awards and Reception

Hotel, meeting, and trade show registration links will open by February 15.

E newsletter July 2020

7/22/2020

Connector | July 2020

Coronavirus News, Enforcement Guidance, and Resources

Association News

SEAA Names Person of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Recipients

David Deem, President of Deem Structural Services, Longview, Texas, and Bob Beckner, retired Senior VP of Peterson Beckner Industries, Inc., Dallas, Texas were recently honored by the Steel Erectors Association of America. More.

David Deem (Left) President of Deem Structural Services receives Person of the Year

SEAA Adds Job Board for Employers and Job Seekers

The Steel Erectors Association of America (SEAA) announces a new Job Board, available to members and non-members.

Job Board postings are free for SEAA members and open to non-members for a fee. Listings can also be upgraded to Featured Listings. Users can choose from 30, 60. or 90-day listings, and subscribe to receive alerts about new listings. More .

Training Grant Awarded to the Ironworker Skills Institute

The Steel Erectors Association of America announces that the Ironworker Skills Institute, Pell City, Ala., which educates future generations of ironworkers, will receive this year’s SEAA Craft Training Grant.

“With this grant, we can provide students with their own course materials, which can be a resource to them in the future,” said Patty Daigle, ISI director. “It will also allow us to incorporate new technology into our training program, which is growing and changing as we learn the needs of the high schools we work with.” More.

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Summer Virtual Board Meeting

July 24,10 am- Noon (EST)

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Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction

September, 14-18

Fall Board of Directors Meeting

Oct. 8, 1-6 pm

Raleigh, NC

Industry Reports

U.S. economic picture is not without some bright spots

Despite a major push for broad infrastructure funding in the U.S. House of Representatives, recent disruptions to the U.S. economy will extend the current recession possibly into 2021. Fallout from COVID-19, financial and equity market volatility, Federal Reserve emergency policies, and lower oil prices are contributing to the uncertainty. More .

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Preventing the spread of the Coronavirus on the Jobsite

Two recent reports assess the occupational risks of the Coronavirus in construction as compared to other industries. Though outdoor work offers natural advantages in preventing the spread, precautions still should be taken. Construction projects must develop and implement Site-Specific Health and Safety Plans. More .

News Briefs

Occupational Health & Safety: Dangers of Dropped Objects

Inc.com: The PPP Is Now Extended Through August 8

ForConstructionPros: 5 Strategies for Hiring During a Pandemic

ConstructionDive: Coronavirus fallout could increase multifamily construction demand in suburbs

In this Issue of Summer 2020 Connector :

Cover Story : Ingenuity, Planning, and Quality Workmanship

Management : Contracts and HR Management in a Post COVID-19 World

In the Field: Tech Tools for the Trade

Advertising Deadlines

Fall Issue-Aug. 14

Winter Issue- Nov. 16

Member Updates

GW Deck Opens Studs Installation Company

Gardner-Watson Decking Inc., Oldsmar, Fla., announces the opening of its sister company, Gardner- Watson Studs, LLC. Launched in November 2019, Gardner-Watson Studs offers all-inclusive pricing for studs and installation.

“The two companies complement each other, enabling us to provide turnkey services for customers,” said Duke Perry, Vice President of Sales and Operations. More.

Trivent Safety Consulting Earns U.S. DOL Approval of Ironworker Apprenticeship Program

Trivent Safety Consulting, Westminster, Colo., previously approved by the Steel Erectors Association of America as a SEAA/NCCER Ironworker Training Unit and Assessment Site, now also has a registered ironworker apprenticeship program.

The company utilized the SEAA Ironworker Apprenticeship program template, which meets the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration guidelines for apprenticeship standards. More .

Safety Excellence and Craft Training Winners Receive Awards

SEAA Member Companies who were honored with Safety Excellence and Craft Training Awards this spring have begun receiving their recognition plaques, delivered in person by SEAA Board Members. See photo gallery ,

Job site Utilizes Magni to Lift 11,000 lb. Steel Girders

Last month, two Magni Rotating Telehandlers were used to assist in the construction of a Nucor pre-engineered steel structure. The two telehandlers were able to safely lift 11,000 lb. steel girders which proved to be a more cost-effective solution than using a crane to complete the project. Magni’s Rotating Telehandlers have a maximum lifting capacity of 17,600 lbs. and a maximum lifting height of 81 ft. More.

AISC Provides Remote Assessments

AISC has suspended all in-person site audits and has started to provide remote assessments through Zoom as of May 4th. AISC will contact companies directly to schedule a remote assessment if an audit was previously scheduled between March 17th to May 1st. An extension certificate will be given to those who have certificates that will expire before a remote assessment can be scheduled. More .

may 2020 e-newsletter

5/26/2020

Connector | May 2020