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Whitacre Greer Prepares for Major Kiln Renovation

We are extremely pleased to announce that the long-awaited renovation of our primary kiln has been scheduled for October 1st! Completion of the project will improve our ability to provide you with quality pavers and firebrick for years to come. The renovated kiln will also improve our flexibility to manufacture unique sizes and colors. Columbus, …


WG Project Recognized in 2015 Brick in Architecture Awards

Three projects featuring Whitacre Greer pavers were selected as award winners recently in the Brick Industry Association‘s Brick in Architecture Awards. Bruss Landscaping‘s Downers Grove Residence was selected as a Gold Award winner.  The project features the Old Chicago Cobble shade 38 Boardwalk paver.  Material for the project was supplied by Lurvey Landscape Supply.   …


Landscaping and Paving Council Members Visit Pittsburgh to Advance Sidewalk Roughness Research

Members of BIA’s Landscaping and Paving Council visited the offices of PathVu last week to refine the details of upcoming pavement roughness testing. PathVu is the company that was formed to carry on the work that began with the development of the PathMeT device during BIA’s latest paver research project conducted by the University of …


Whitacre Greer Recognized in 2015 Canton Regional Chamber Business Excellence Awards


Whitacre Greer to be Recognized in Business Excellence Awards

Whitacre Greer is extremely pleased to announce that May 5th the organization will be recognized by the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards.  Each year the Business Excellence Awards salute companies that have distinguished themselves with longevity, growth, innovation and consistent involvement in the community. The Alliance, OH-based Whitacre Greer Company has been …


William Sundquist Joins Whitacre Greer Sales Team

We are extemely pleased to announce the addition of William Sundquist to the Whitacre Greer Sales Team.  As the new Southwest Regional Sales Manager, he will be working with distributors and archiects in the states of Arkansas, Colorado, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas.  William brings a wealth of knowledges and experience, as well as enthusiasm, to …


Positions Added, Roles Change in Reorganization

Contact Whitacre Greer this spring and you’ll likely hear a new voice on the telephone. In an effort to better utilize employees’ strengths, we moved a couple of folks around in February and hired two. Customer Service Representative Vince Edwards has moved into a newly created purchasing position. He’ll be working with EHS/Engineering Manager John …


Bruss Landscaping Wins 2014 Hardscape North America Best-Project Award

Wheaton-based landscape firm recognized nationally for home renovation project that epitomizes a popular trend in outdoor living. Wheaton, IL – Bruss Landscaping, a suburban Chicago landscape contractor, is the winner of a 2014 HNA Hardscape Project Award for a recently completed project that highlights a popular trend in home design and outdoor living – the …


New Videos Demonstrate Proper Installation for Clay Brick Pavers

YouTube Offers Mobile Guide for Professionals, Homeowners RESTON, Va., August 21, 2014 — Two new YouTube videos for landscape professionals and homeowners demonstrate proper installation for clay brick pavers.            One video, “Proper Installation of Clay Pavers,” covers the unique steps for laying clay pavers on a sand setting bed — including measuring modules, laying chalk lines …


Professionals to Teach Techniques for Installing Clay Pavers at Hardscape North America

Thursday, October 23 and Friday, October 24, experienced professionals and instructors Heath Taylor and Greg Ambrose will teach Clay Brick Pavers – Professional Techniques and Installation Demonstration.  Taylor and Ambrose are instructors at the School for Advanced Segemental Paving. The programs offer the opportunity to learn critical techniques that are required to successfully and efficiently …