While in recent years queer representation has been higher than ever before - GLAAD reports that in 2019 there were 488 series regular and recurring queer characters across broadcast, cable, and streaming shows - Ryan pointed out that only a handful of series actually focus on the queer community and the evolutions of subcultures happening within them. Speaking with TV Guide of the decision to return to the seminal show now, Ryan said, "People keep asking me now, 'What are you going to do now that there's all these queer shows?' There really aren't actually." "So much has changed and so much hasn't," said Marja-Lewis Ryan, who took over as showrunner for series creator Ilene Chaiken, an executive producer on the revival. Now, a decade after The L Word's series finale aired, the series is returning for an eight-episode revival, The L Word: Generation Q, and it couldn't be coming at a better time. For this reason, it netted a loyal fanbase that clamored for more long after the show went off the air. But The L Word wasn't just revolutionary for the fact that it was an in-depth narrative about the modern lesbian scene in Los Angeles it also featured frank discussions about sex, love, and found family in a brutally honest way. Brent Schofield – The Langley Concrete Group of Companies.When The L Word debuted on Showtime in 2004, it was the only show focused specifically on the queer community that didn't also center on gay men. Hill – Rinker Materials-Concrete Pipe Div. Tyson Hicks – Rinker Materials-Concrete Pipe Div.This year’s P3 Awards were presented to the following individuals: By completing the various P3 training modules, pipe professionals can achieve a “Pipe Pro” and/or “RCP Master” level of knowledge. The P3 program offers advanced training in both the technical and sales and marketing attributes of reinforced concrete pipe (RCP), equipping participants with the tools and information necessary to provide a consistent message to customers, specifiers and rule-makers. “We’re all in their debt and America’s infrastructure is the envy of the world thanks to their contributions.”Īlso during the Pipe School, the ACPA recognized the latest winners of its P3 Awards, which recognize successful completion of its Professional Pipe Promotion online training course. “The concrete pipe industry has been blessed with some of the most talented and innovative professionals in any industry,” said ACPA President Matt Childs. His article, “Sustainable Precast Concrete Boxes for Resilient Infrastructure,” was published in the Spring 2014 issue. Longfellow Award, which is presented to the author of the Concrete Pipe News article that most effectively demonstrates innovative and effective use of concrete pipe. Yount of the Nevada Department of Transportation received the Richard C. Bill Washabaugh of Northern Concrete Pipe received the Mel Marshall Award for contributions to manufacturing and quality.The ACPA also recognized the following professionals during the luncheon: I’d also be remiss if I didn’t tip my hat to our friends at Cretex, in particular, for their extraordinary showing.” “This year’s Qcast winners signify the best of the best in terms of quality, though dozens of other plants likewise achieved the 95% rating. “When you visit virtually any concrete pipe plant in North America, you’re immediately struck by two things: an absolute dedication to worker safety and an unwavering focus on quality,” said Michael Kusch, 2015-16 ACPA chairman of the board and director of technical marketing for Sherman-Dixie Concrete Industries, Inc. Cretex Concrete Products Inc. – Rapid City, S.D. – Precast.Cretex Concrete Products Inc. – Shakopee, Minn. – Sanitary Manholes.Cretex Concrete Products Inc. – Cedar Rapids, Iowa – Combined Sanitary & Storm.The ACPA recognized its 2014 Qcast Awards winners during a ceremony at its annual Pipe School held in Orlando. From these honorees, one overall winner is selected in each category. Plants in each of the certification categories that score 95% or better on their annual Qcast audit are recognized with the ACPA Qcast Awards. Plants may be certified in storm sewer and culvert pipe, sanitary sewer, box culverts, three-sided structures, manholes and precast structures. The Qcast program covers the inspection of materials, finished products and handling/storage procedures, as well as performance testing and quality control documentation. The ACPA’s “Quality Cast” Plant Certification Program, commonly known as Qcast, is a recognized standard for quality assurance in the concrete pipe industry. The American Concrete Pipe Assn. (ACPA) announced winners of its Qcast Awards, which are designed to recognize plants that stand above the rest on the most important measures of production quality.
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