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SEAoT SA // August 2026 Chapter Meeting (08/18/2026)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Dear Members:

The next meeting of the SEAoT San Antonio Chapter will be held on Tuesday, August 18th, 2026. We will be hosting our meeting at Old San Francisco Steak House.

Topic: "I Thought Someone Else Was Handling It" - Communication, Coordination, and Common Pitfalls in Special Inspections

Summary:

This topic ties together many of the common challenges encountered on projects, including determination letters, contractor no-shows, scheduling and communication failures, rebar inspections, understanding what requires Special Inspections, and the distinction between Special Inspections and Structural Observations.

Presenter: Mr. Nathan Gunn - Materials Group Manager, Terracon

Nathan Gunn is a Group Manager with more than 29 years of experience providing construction materials testing, special inspections, and quality assurance services for the engineering, manufacturing, and construction industries. Based in Terracon's San Antonio office, Nathan oversees quality control operations, manages field personnel, and leads training and development efforts for engineering technicians and inspectors.

Throughout his career, Nathan has performed and supervised a wide range of field and laboratory testing services, including foundation monitoring, reinforced concrete inspections, post-tensioning verification, structural steel inspections, earthwork and compaction testing, fireproofing and firestop inspections, masonry and wood framing observations, asphalt testing, and plant/manufacturing inspections. His expertise spans both commercial and public-sector projects, where he ensures compliance with project specifications, applicable codes, and industry standards.

In addition to extensive field experience, Nathan is proficient in laboratory testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt materials. He is knowledgeable in ASTM, AASHTO, and TxDOT testing standards and has significant experience preparing technical reports, documenting construction quality activities, and coordinating with project stakeholders to support successful project delivery.

As a leader, Nathan is committed to mentoring and developing technicians, promoting quality workmanship, and maintaining high standards of safety, accuracy, and client service across all phases of construction testing and inspection projects.

Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Cost:

$30 for Members
$40 for Non-Members
$15 for UTSA Faculty and Students

Proceeds from meeting dues will contribute to the end of year fundraiser event.

Payment:

Registration will be open until Friday, August 14th at 4pm (CT).

After registering, we encourage you to pay online using one of the following options:

SEAoT San Antonio Payment Page
Direct pay to SEAoT San Antonio PayPal Account

Please note that after payment, your invoices will still show a balance until payments have been reconciled with PayPal. This will occur prior to the meeting date.

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Sincerely,

SEAoT San Antonio Chapter

Fort Worth SEAoT August 2026 Meeting (08/19/2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Click the link below for our monthly SEAoT Fort Worth Newsletter:

SEAoT Newsletter - Volume 19 Issue 6 August 2026.pdf

Meeting Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Location: Ridglea Country Club, Garden Room

Address: 3700 Bernie Anderson Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76116

Check In: 11:30am

Announcements begin: 11:55am

Presentation begins: 12:00pm

Cost: $30.00 for members

$40.00 for non-members

$20.00 for students

Presentation:

The Benefits of Building with Steel on Mid-Rise Construction Projects

Presented by:

Mr. Keith Johnson, AMA, CDT, CSI, LEED AP BD+C

Speaker Bio:

Keith Johnson is a Technical Sales Manager with ClarkDietrich. He has 40 years of industry experience, holding titles over the years as, Cold-Formed Steel Framer, Drywaller, Field Superintendent, Estimator, Project Manager, VP of Sales, Technical Support). He is an active member of CSI and holds his CDT certification as well as LEED AP BD+C. While working at ClarkDietrich, Keith has built and tested fire-rated walls at UL (Underwriter Laboratories) as well as built and tested sound walls at W.E.A.L (Western Electro Acoustical Laboratories) and done product development for many new products

Presentation Description:

This course will educate the AEC team on the advantages of utilizing cold-formed steel framing in the construction of mid-rise structures. It discusses reasons for using cold-formed steel framing in the structural framing of buildings, the preferred method of construction to frame buildings, as well as the advantages realized by the members of the Owner/Architect/Contractor team.

Learning Objectives:

Introduce cold-formed steel (CFS) framing and explore the benefits of using it on mid-rise construction project.
Analyze the two methods of construction based on ASTM C1007; Panelized Construction and Stick Built Construction
View various floor systems supported by cold-formed steel framing
Determine the true cost of building with wood vs. steel
Review the advantages of cold-formed steel to the Owner/Architect/Contractor team.

Registration Instructions:

Please RSVP by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 using the REGISTER button above.
Once you have registered for this event, please go to the Fort Worth Payment Page and make payment on this page.

Please use the link below:

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Upcoming SEAoT Fort Worth Meetings:

September 23, 2026: Steel Fibers and Jointless Slabs
October 21, 2026: Residential Foundation Design and Repairs
November 18, 2026: ACI 117 Updates
December 18, 2026: Winter Break - No Meeting
January 20, 2026: Storm Shelter Design

SEAoT Houston August 2026 Meeting (08/20/2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT

THURSDAY, August 20, 2026

11:30 AM : Social

11:45 AM : Lunch

12:00 PM : Presentation Program

1:00 PM : Event Ends

Amenities Hall, 3700 W Sam Houston Pkwy S, Houston, TX 77042

Tel: +1 713 266 6900

Topic: Ground Improvement for Building Foundation Support (1.0 PDH)

Presenter: Kevin Scott, P.E.

Abstract:

This presentation introduces the fundamentals of ground improvement for building foundations, with a focus on techniques commonly used in Texas and the Gulf Coast region. Participants will gain an understanding of the geotechnical principles behind ground improvement, learn how various methods are selected based on site conditions and project requirements, and explore the role of ground improvement in enhancing foundation performance, constructability, and cost efficiency.

The session will provide an overview of several commonly used ground improvement techniques and discuss their applications across a variety of sectors, including energy, transportation, industrial, logistics, and multifamily residential developments. Representative case histories will be presented to demonstrate practical implementation, design considerations, and project outcomes.

Kevin Scott, P.E. is the Regional Manager for Menard USA’s Houston office, where he supports design-build ground improvement and geotechnical construction projects in the Gulf Coast and Southwest US

Bio:

Kevin Scott, P.E. is the Regional Manager for Menard USA’s Houston office, where he supports design-build ground improvement and geotechnical construction projects in the Gulf Coast and Southwest US.

In this role, Kevin is responsible for the design and estimation of ground improvement systems, working with project teams to develop practical and constructable solutions for challenging subsurface conditions. Covering a range of geologic conditions and construction sectors in the Gulf Coast and SW US, the ground improvement techniques include Rigid Inclusions, Aggregate Piers, Prefabricated Vertical Drains, and Dynamic Compaction.

Kevin is a licensed professional engineer in multiple states with experience in geotechnical engineering, ground improvement, and design-build project delivery. Prior to joining Menard, he worked as a geotechnical consultant for 17 years in Birmingham, Alabama, where his project experience included commercial, industrial, and transportation developments across Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Kevin received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Mississippi State University.

REGISTRATION NOTE:

Please register to save your place, then visit Houston Chapter Payments, select the appropriate option, and click "Buy Now".

Registration closes 24 hours before the meeting. Walk-in registration accepted if seats/plates available.