National Precast Concrete Association Names Nick Rhoad President and CEO

The National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) today announced NICK RHOAD as its new President and CEO. Based in the Indianapolis area, Rhoad brings more than 20 years of experience in association management, government service and private sector economic development to his new role. “We are excited to have someone of Nick’s caliber and experience,” said JOEL SHEETS, NPCA […]

Rhode Island Becomes 41st State to Recognize NPCA’s Plant Certification Program

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation recently approved the National Precast Concrete Association’s Plant Certification program as an accepted quality certification option for manufactured precast concrete facilities in the state.  Rhode Island joins 40 other states and more than 75 municipalities in recognizing NPCA certification when specifying construction projects.  NPCA’s Plant Certification program is dedicated […]

63 Individuals Earn NPCA’s Highest Academic Certificate In Becoming Master Precasters

A record-number 63 individuals earned the distinction of NPCA Master Precaster on Thursday, Feb. 23, during a ceremony at the Hilton Columbus Downtown in Columbus, Ohio. To earn the title Master Precaster, an individual must complete an intensive two-year program covering the precast concrete industry, safety, production, technical knowledge, quality assurance and leadership. Graduates are honored […] The post <strong>63 Individuals Earn NPCA’s Highest Academic Certificate In Becoming Master Precasters</strong> appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

NPCA Announces Plant Certification Changes for 2023

The updated NPCA Quality Control Manual for Precast Concrete Plants is available and free to download at Precast.org by members and non-members alike. This document serves as the primary guidance for the association’s plant certification program. As the management tool and technical resource for manufacturing processes and the production of quality precast products, the manual […] The post <strong>NPCA Announces Plant Certification Changes for 2023</strong> appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

NPCA Foundation Student Design Competition Finalists Will Present at The Precast Show

Students and faculty from three universities are traveling to Columbus, Ohio, on Feb. 24 to present precast concrete solutions to modern issues as part of the NPCA Foundation Student Design Competition. Teams representing CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-CHICO, McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY and NEW JERSEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY will compete for the top prize of $7,000. CSU-Chico was the 2022 winner. The Student Design Competition […] The post <strong>NPCA Foundation Student Design Competition Finalists Will Present at The Precast Show</strong> appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.