by scott@forcefieldnc.com | Aug 23, 2018
Interested in learning about effective use of Performance-Based Specifications (PBS) in place of prescriptive requirements for ready-mixed concrete? Join Dave Tepke, PE, at the ACI Carolinas Fall Seminar September 26 in Concord, NC, as he discusses the differences...
by scott@forcefieldnc.com | Jun 15, 2018
At three recent conferences in the last two months, conference attendees had the opportunity to win $100 for a charity of their choice. Dave Tepke, PE, and Nick Tribble joined with other members of the CAI-SC for a fun roundtable and bowling event. Julie Maranville,...
by scott@forcefieldnc.com | Jun 15, 2018
Dave Tepke, PE, Mike Parker, PE, and Carrie McClellan, Marketing Manager, joined with APWA-NC Chapter attendees for the annual conference in Hickory, NC. The keynote speaker (Mike Schlegal, whiteboardacademy.com) reminded us to Unlock Awesome at Work and drew the...
by scott@forcefieldnc.com | Jun 7, 2018
A number of emerging technologies and test methods are available to Engineers and Facility Managers for extending the service life of concrete structures in the conception/design phase. At the APWA NC Annual Conference, Dave Tepke, PE, will discuss common...
by scott@forcefieldnc.com | May 14, 2018
Stadiums take a beating, battling the elements on the upper concourses is usually a major problem. Surface concrete deteriorates due to freezing and thawing distress. Water infiltration issues often stem from incorrect original installation of expansion joints, aged...