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ASTM calls for test-method symposium papers Papers are needed for an ASTM International Symposium on Test Methods for Chemical and Mineralogical Analysis of Hydraulic Cements and Concrete-Making Materials. The symposium is sponsored by ASTM Committees C01 on Cement and C09 on Concrete and Concrete Aggregates and will be held Dec. 4, 2007, in Tampa, Fla. Go to article ›››
Conservation group looks ahead In 2008, Heritage Conservation Network will take on projects at both new and favorite former destinations. Go to article ›››
International exchange programs announced The US/ICOMOS International Exchange Program in historic preservation will be offering overseas internships for United States preservationists who are at the early stages of their careers, as well as internships in the United States for non-U.S. citizens. Go to article ›››
Heritage architecture conference calls for papers STREMAH 2007, the 10th International Conference on Studies, Repairs and Maintenance of Heritage Architecture, has issued a call for papers. Go to article ›››
TMS launches production and repair Web site The Masonry Society has announced “Masonry Production and Repair,” a new online resource for TMS members and the general public. Go to article ›››
Masonry code revisions proposed The Masonry Standards Joint Committee has proposed revisions to the 2005 editions of its Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (ACI 530-02/ASCE-5-02/TMS 402-02) and Specification for Masonry Structures (ACI 530.1-02/ASCE6-02/TMS 602-02), as well as companion commentaries. Go to article ›››
State agency controls the dust In a draft proposal, the California Department of Occupational Safety & Health states that discussions are beginning on how to control employee exposure to dust-generating operations on masonry and concrete materials. Go to article ›››
Architecture festival to focus on filling urban voids The Lisbon Architecture Triennial is taking place from May 31 to June 31, 2007. The Triennial will focus on the “Urban Voids” in contemporary cities, such as Lisbon. Go to article ›››
Stone-carving workshops feature guest instructors Sax Stonecarving Workshops has released a summer schedule for its workshops at Southwest Stoneworks in Rinconada, N.M. Go to article ›››
