National Demolition Association Announces Convention Schedule

The National Demolition Association has announced the schedule of events for its 36^th Annual Convention, which will be April 4-8, 2009, at Walt Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin Resort in Buena Vista, Fla.

Frank Addeman, vice president of Walt Disney Imagineering, will speak on Monday, April 6 about the creation of the Walt Disney World resort and what goes on behind the scenes to maintain it. Educational breakout sessions on Tuesday, April 7 will include the topic of the emergency response to the I-35W bridge collapse in the Twin Cities and the subsequent cleanup; the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED program and how the demolition industry plays an important role; and the issues and obstacles inherent in succession planning.

On Wednesday, April 8, a presentation will be made by Michael Casbon of Brandenburg Industrial Service Co., Chicago, and chairperson of the National Demolition Association’s Safety Committee on the BP Texas City refinery disaster.

The exhibit hall of the Annual Convention is open Sunday, April 5 through Tuesday, April 7.

More information is available at www.demolitionassociation.com.