American Concrete Pipe Association

**Members!** Join ACPA Research Committee Chair, Corey Haeder, P.E., and Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. lead researcher, Paul Krauss, P.E., March 27th at 11:00 am CST, to explore the details of the research, outcomes, and practical applications surrounding the performance of dry-cast box culverts that are subject to cyclic freezing. Register now! https://lnkd.in/dP_qMQbQ

We were Swingin’ at the Speakeasy outside Charleston, SC, at this year’s 2025 Annual Business Meeting! While there, ACPA members heard from engaging and motivating keynote speakers, enjoyed committee reports, reviewed the association’s health, heard staff updates, and welcomed in new member leadership. We capped it off with the glamour of the 1920s and a spectacular evening of dinner, dance, and an exciting auction. Here’s to another great year! ????

We are delighted to welcome Mark McCormick from Dunn Utility Products as the ACPA’s new Chairman of the Board! During our Annual Business Meeting luncheon on March 18th, the gavel was passed to Mark by our Immediate Past Chairman, Tom Hartley. We extend our sincere thanks to Tom for his dedicated service over the past year and congratulate Chairman McCormick on his new role!

Have an innovative or creative reinforced concrete pipe or box culvert project that’s worth sharing? There's still time to apply for the ACPA's 2025 Project Achievement Award! Submissions are due March 14th, 2025. Visit https://lnkd.in/gXutUVY3 to learn more.

Kicking off the day with our PIPE (Pipe Installation Practices Education) Training in Chattanooga, TN--because nothing says “good morning” like proper concrete pipe installation! Today's class, led by industry legends Al Hogan and Michael Kusch, focuses on helping contractors and field inspectors understand, implement, and inspect their concrete pipe installations. Interested in learning more about scheduling a class for your region? Visit the PIPE Program website: https://lnkd.in/gZZZai_B

Let the Encore begin! The Pipe School Encore is taking place virtually, March 4-6, 2025, and includes some of the same presenters and presentations as the in-person event. Participants can join and leave presentations at their convenience over the three days. This flexibility lets you focus on the sessions that interest you the most. Earn a PDH for each presentation you attend! Not registered? There’s still time! https://lnkd.in/g4uDK5qP

Less than a week to go before the Pipe School Encore! Join us?March 4-6, from 10am to 3pm CST,?and earn up to 15 PDHs. The virtual Encore allows participants to join and leave presentations at their convenience over the three days. This flexibility lets you focus on the sessions that interest you the most. Register today: https://lnkd.in/geV7HHQw

Congratulations to Emma Roth on being awarded the Mel. Marshall Scholarship! This distinguished award is reserved for students dedicated to advancing the concrete pipe industry. Your ambition and commitment are exactly what this scholarship program is all about—fostering the next generation of industry leaders. We can’t wait to see the impact you'll make!

Huge congratulations to Caden Bird on being awarded the Besser Company Scholarship! This prestigious honor recognizes your passion for and potential?in the field of concrete pipe production, application, and research. Your curiosity and commitment to learning are clear indicators of a bright future ahead. We can't wait to see how your studies and exploration pave the way for innovation in the concrete pipe industry.

Looking for the epitome of resilience, sustainability, and longevity in infrastructure? Forget about it!?Here's a #concretepipe from Queens, New York, that was originally installed in 1884 and removed in 2022--a lifespan of nearly 140 years! Designed to last for 100, but continually proven to last much longer, concrete pipe is the only choice for long-lasting and durable infrastructure.