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Bike run unites Western States lodges in common interest On June 22, 20 Local 92 (Los Angeles) Boilermakers road out on their motorcycles from their hall in Carson, California, and began a 256-mile run up the coast—all in the name of brotherhood. Meanwhile on the other side of the state, 20 members from Local 549 (Pittsburg, California), set out for a 255-mile run south from their lodge in the Bay Area. The Boilermaker bikers met up in middle in San Simeon, marking the first ever L-92/L-549 “Stronger Together” Bike Run and a full day of fun, food, karaoke—and unity. — Sep 23
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L-1622 strike ends in Austintown The Local 1622 (Austintown, Ohio) strike that began against T&W Stamping in March has ended with Boilermakers returning to work Sept. 3. After more than five months on the picket line, the workers received guaranteed yearly raises, along with weekly incentives, but no retroactive compensation. — Sep 20
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Ohio Valley Tripartite tackles training and man-hours Ohio Valley Tripartite members gathered in Lexington, Kentucky, Aug. 13-14, to discuss Boilermaker training, EPRI training and Ohio Valley agreements. Participants, including members, owners and contractors, explored strategies to increase man-hours and received an overview of services the National Association of Construction Boilermaker Employers provides its members. Adrian Hendren, Senior Technical Leader at EPRI, the Electric Power Research Institute, emphasizes the importance of equipping workers with the necessary skills and knowledge to be effective in the field. — Sep 20
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Simmons, Penny and Campbell begin new leadership roles The International Executive Council announced significant leadership changes beginning upon the re-retirement of former International President Warren Fairley on Aug. 20. The IEC immediately elected Timothy Simmons to serve as International President until the next International Brotherhood Convention. Simmons had been previously elected to the office of International Vice President of the Southeast Section. The IEC then elected Jeff Campbell to serve as IVP-Southeast. — Sep 20
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Boilermakers take tops at 2024 Canadian Competition June 6 marked a momentous occasion for Canadian Boilermakers: the return of the National Boilermaker Competition after a 10-year hiatus in Canada. “As evidenced by the enthusiasm and energy of the competitors, judges, hosts, volunteers, sponsors and everyone else in attendance, we were ready to bring it back,” said IVP-Canada Arnie Stadnick. “Boilermakers know we lead the industry in skill, competence, professionalism and dedication. This competition gives locals across Canada the chance to show off these traits in their best recent graduates.” — Sep 18