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ACA President and CEO Mike Ireland Announces Retirement

ACA President and CEO Mike Ireland Announces Retirement

Mike Ireland, who has served as president and CEO of the American Cement Association (ACA) for the past eight years, has announced his retirement. A search committee has been established to identify a candidate who will assume the organization’s leadership role. “It has been an absolute honor to work with the many wonderful people in this industry, which carries the unparalleled responsibility of not only facilitating everyday life for people around the world, but for making modern-day society possible,” said Ireland. “I’m humbled by the significant strides ACA has made during my tenure in raising the cement industry’s profile from one that quietly helps provide the literal building blocks of America, to a recognized, leading voice in the construction arena, whose opinions are sought after and greatly valued by Washington’s decision-makers. I deeply appreciate the opportunity I’ve had to represent this illustrious industry.” Some of the major accomplishments during Ireland’s tenure inc

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Ammonia vs Co2

By Over the years, there has been an increased usage of CO2 as a refrigerant. In Canada, the more traditional CO2 refrigeration market has been grocery stores. It’s difficult to get accurate data, but there has been a fairly high adoption rate of CO2 amongst grocers. The more interesting, more rapid changes are happening on the opposite end of the refrigeration spectrum — small commercial units and large industrial systems. In industrial applications, like food processing, CO2 is taking market share that used to belong to halocarbons, particularly in locations where the toxicity component of ammonia is undesirable. It is also taking market share from ammonia systems because of the perceived lower ongoing safety and operations costs. This is really apparent in jurisdictions that have operator requirements which increase the operation costs for ammonia disproportionately. Operators are expensive and difficult to find; in some jurisdictions, this is quite literally the only design require

Ammonia vs Co2

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Enhancing Roadside Safety: The Importance of Immediate Impact Detection and Response Systems

Enhancing Roadside Safety: The Importance of Immediate Impact Detection and Response Systems

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Enhancing Roadside Safety: The Importance of Immediate Impact Detection and Response Systems

including device location, condition, impact history, and model specifications—transportation agencies can effectively prioritize repairs, replacements, and infrastructure upgrades. This data-driven approach facilitates better resource allocation, reduces inspection times, and ultimately, lowers the overall cost of roadway maintenance. Long-Term Cost Benefits and Enhanced Road Infrastructure Investing in smart road safety technology presents clear long-term economic advantages. These systems reduce the frequency of manual inspections, streamline repair processes, and decrease downtime for safety equipment. By optimizing asset utilization and reducing maintenance costs, transportation departments can reallocate financial resources to other critical infrastructure improvements. Additionally, data collected from these systems enables more precise safety analyses, supporting evidence-based decisions for road infrastructure upgrades. When regulatory changes require hardware updates, transpo

Aalberts integrated piping systems highlights press solutions for heat pump applications

Aalberts integrated piping systems highlights press solutions for heat pump applications

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Aalberts integrated piping systems highlights press solutions for heat pump applications

“Apollo”® PowerPress® and “Apollo”® SmartPress® advance sustainable building performance Aalberts integrated piping systems (IPS) , a global leader in advanced integrated piping systems for the distribution and control of liquids and gases, highlights its specialized press system solutions designed for heat pump applications. Through its “Apollo”® PowerPress® and “Apollo”® SmartPress® product lines, Aalberts IPS enables contractors and engineers to build high-performance systems that align with the transition toward decarbonized and energy-efficient buildings. The “Apollo”® PowerPress® system is engineered for closed-loop water circuits within commercial and multifamily heat pump systems. Manufactured from carbon steel with a zinc-nickel coating, “Apollo” PowerPress® provides superior corrosion resistance and long-term system integrity, supporting the safe and efficient transport of thermal energy in diverse hydronic networks. Key installation features include Leak Before Press® techno

Americans Wash Hands More During Flu Season but Everyday Habits Still Fall Short

Americans Wash Hands More During Flu Season but Everyday Habits Still Fall Short

As the U.S. is in the midst of a tough flu season, Americans are growing significantly more concerned about getting sick. According to the 2026 Healthy Handwashing Survey™, 70 percent of Americans are very or somewhat concerned about contracting the flu compared to 59 percent who felt that way just three years ago. That rising concern is translating into more diligent hand hygiene. The survey found that 81 percent of Americans say they wash their hands more frequently or more thoroughly during flu outbreaks and seasonal virus surges, up from 74 percent in 2023. Nearly all respondents (93 percent) believe handwashing is important to maintaining overall health, reinforcing its role as one of the most trusted and accessible ways to help reduce the spread of illness. Bradley, a company that manufactures commercial washroom equipment, executed its first Healthy Handwashing Survey in 2009 as the H1N1 virus (also known as the swine flu) was hitting the country. Back then, just 45 percent of A

Geo Week Examines How AI is Tackling America's Trillion-Dollar Aging Infrastructure Crisis

Geo Week Examines How AI is Tackling America's Trillion-Dollar Aging Infrastructure Crisis

processing in hours what took months with traditional methods. Conference sessions also explore standardized data formats aligning with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, paving the way for autonomous infrastructure management and representing a fundamental shift from reactive maintenance to proactive, predictive management. With more than 225 exhibitors on the show floor, Geo Week attendees will have direct access to the latest AI-integrated geospatial solutions—from lidar sensors with onboard AI processing to cloud platforms offering automated feature extraction and machine learning-powered analytics—providing hands-on opportunities to evaluate technologies that are reshaping infrastructure management. View the full conference program and speaker list for more information and register now to secure a conference pass. About Geo Week Geo Week brings together geospatial and mapping professionals to explore how data, maps, and advanced technologies can deepen our understanding o

Featured at WWETT 2026: Tsurumi’s AVANT Line

Featured at WWETT 2026: Tsurumi’s AVANT Line

Featured at WWETT 2026: Tsurumi’s AVANT Line

Tsurumi returns to the WWETT show to showcase its explosion proof line of submersible pumps and mixers for the wastewater industry. Attendees are invited to visit booth 1630 to preview the line and connect with Tsurumi’s team of experts. Tsurumi Pump will be highlighting the AVANT line of FM approved products at the WWETT show this year. The show takes place February 17-19, 2026 in Indianapolis and brings together municipal engineers, contractors, and wastewater industry leaders across North America. Tsurumi’s presence underscores its dedication to providing high performance pumps to the dewatering and wastewater markets. “The Tsurumi team is very excited to attend the WWETT show again this year,” said Bryan Nelson, Tsurumi Pump’s Northeast Regional Manager. “We have elected to double the size of our display for 2026 allowing us to showcase both our submersible dewatering and wastewater pump lines,” Nelson added. At the show, Tsurumi will be featuring the AVANT line at the booth. Desig

Simpson Strong-Tie to Feature New Products, Equipment and Giveaways at the 2026 International Builders’ Show

Simpson Strong-Tie to Feature New Products, Equipment and Giveaways at the 2026 International Builders’ Show

Simpson Strong-Tie , the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, will once again be a part of Design & Construction Week as an exhibitor at the 2026 International Builders’ Show. During this year’s show, being held February 17–19 in Orlando, Florida, the company will showcase a range of products, solutions and software tools. At Booth W3201 in the Central Hall, Simpson Strong-Tie will feature its core engineered structural connectors, screws and building solutions as well as provide a sneak peek at upcoming new product launches, including the new Strong-Wall ® high-strength steel shearwall, light-duty anchors and Outdoor Accents ® black connectors. Visitors can demo the EasyFrame™ automated marking system EasyCut saw along with digital solutions residential software. “As one of the industry’s premier events, the International Builders’ Show offers Simpson Strong-Tie an unrivaled opportunity to meet with current, new and prospective customers and to identi

Aerial Surveys International Teams with Polygon Solutions, Urban Hawk at Geo Week 2026 to Unveil TrinityGeo™ Geospatial Intelligence Product

Aerial Surveys International Teams with Polygon Solutions, Urban Hawk at Geo Week 2026 to Unveil TrinityGeo™ Geospatial Intelligence Product

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Aerial Surveys International Teams with Polygon Solutions, Urban Hawk at Geo Week 2026 to Unveil TrinityGeo™ Geospatial Intelligence Product

WATKINS, Colorado, USA – Aerial Surveys International, in partnership with Polygon Solutions and Urban Hawk, will unveil and demonstrate the TrinityGeo 3D infrastructure monitoring product at Geo Week 2026 in Denver. TrinityGeo integrates state-of-the-art aerial data with advanced 3D analysis and AI technologies to deliver actionable spatial insights for critical infrastructure projects. “TrinityGeo provides geospatial intelligence – including precise 3D elevation and structural details – for asset-filled environments, such as transportation corridors, utility networks, and military facilities,” said Aerial Surveys International CEO Mark Schubert. “Applications include both long-term infrastructure lifecycle monitoring, rapid situational assessment after natural or manmade disruptions, and spatial simulation of 3D environments.” The TrinityGeo product combines the years of experience and expertise of Aerial Surveys International, Polygon Solutions, and Urban Hawk. High-resolution airbo

Leica Geosystems releases Leica Xsight360 and advanced Safety Awareness portfolio in North America

Leica Geosystems releases Leica Xsight360 and advanced Safety Awareness portfolio in North America

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Leica Geosystems releases Leica Xsight360 and advanced Safety Awareness portfolio in North America

ATLANTA, USA: Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, today announced the official launch of the Leica Xsight360 safety awareness solution in the United States and Canada. The system complements its comprehensive safety awareness portfolio, including dynamic 3D avoidance technology developed jointly with Xwatch Safety Solutions. Across North America, jobsites are becoming increasingly complex, with tighter schedules, labor shortages, and growing regulatory requirements. Safety professionals and project leaders work to reduce incidents, avoid costly downtime, and help ensure everyone goes home safe while keeping projects moving smoothly. Renowned worldwide for its precision machine control solutions, Leica Geosystems now delivers an end-to-end solution that unites machine automation, real-time awareness, and cloud-based safety intelligence to address these challenges head-on. “At Leica Geosystems, we believe no one should ever have to choose between getting the job done and getting home safe