Masonry Magazine June 2011 Page. 44
INDUSTRY NEWS
The certification lasts for three years and shows proof that the company follows environmentally responsible practices, meets legal requirements, and seeks opportunities as environmental stewards. Yearly follow-up audits keep company operations alert as it works to maintain the certification.
ARA Foundation Awards Scholarships
As part of its mission to implement programs that create educational opportunities, the ARA Foundation scholarship committee selected 27 students to receive scholarships for the 2011/2012 academic year. Twenty-one Foundation scholarships awarded, as well as 16 scholarships for the ARA Foundation's affiliate programs. Many students received multiple scholarships, which range from $500 to $3,000. The scholarships are awarded to students pursuing an education related to the equipment rental industry at technical/vocational schools, community colleges, undergraduate colleges and graduate schools.
Applications for the 2012/2013 ARA Foundation scholarships will be available in the fall of 2011. More information on the scholarship program is online at www.ARAfoundation.com.
AEMP Elects New Officials
The Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP) has elected the 2011/2012 Executive Committee Members to its Board of Directors. Each year, AEMP members select top peers from various organizations to lead the board, as well as the organization's new president/CEO who also serves as board chairman.
Dave Gorski, CEM, equipment manager for K5 Construction, Chicago, was elected president/CEO and chairman of the board. Gorski will serve through March 2012. Gorski's main goals for the upcoming year are building on the organization's strategic initiatives, including two of the most recent, AEMP University and Green Fleet Certification.
Husqvarna Launches New Website
Husqvarna Construction Products has launched a new website, www.husqvarnacp.com. Several key features of the site include an interactive tool guide that helps contractors find the perfect diamond tool, depending on the material to be cut;
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