MADISON, Wis. (May 24, 2007) – The future of construction and landscaping using concrete products became a little more clear, and a lot more hands-on, for students from Darlington High School who visited County Materials on April 12.
More than a dozen students from Dick Anderson’s Intro to Technology, and Wood Technology, classes toured the Madison production facilities of the manufacturer of concrete brick, block and landscaping products.
“It gave the kids a chance to really be surrounded by concrete,” Anderson said. “I’m really trying to put the word ‘apprenticeship’ into their minds for when they get out of school.”
Anderson noted that County Materials’ personnel familiarized his students with industry terminology and introduced them to more unique products they might not notice every day. He noted signpost bases, permeable pavers that allow rainwater to pass between units, and Aggregate Finish birdbaths and planters.
The teacher also appreciated a donation of nearly 100 units of masonry that will enable him to provide hands-on experience for his students.
“It means everything,” Anderson said of such civic participation. “It’s the difference between wishing you could grow the program and actually growing it.”
County Materials operates 30 locations serving the Midwest. The family-owned, American company is an industry leader in the manufacture and distribution of concrete block, brick, stone, ready-mix, hollowcore, pipe, pavers, retaining walls and Aggregate Finish products for residential, commercial and municipal construction and landscaping.
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