The Precast Podcast

With school years coming to an end many graduates are working to find a job and with the current COVID-19 environment it can be a real challenge.  Many engineers (and more specifically Civil Engineers) are looking to work for DOT's, municipalities (Engineering or Public Works Departments), and design engineering companies big and small.  How many are looking to the precast concrete industry for em...

The NPCA "Outreach Committee" is starting to gear-up for the 2020 Precast Days initiative.  The goal is to have precast facilities throughout the US participate and raise awareness for the precast concrete industry through open houses, plant tours, and educational opportunities being offered to the public. Precast Days also provides the opportunity to invite students into your facilities and show...

We close out 2019 with over 122-years of precast concrete experience in the room! We are excited for what 2020 will bring and appreciate the support we have received with this podcast initiative over the past 18-months. We wish you and yours a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Years!

Thus far, 2019 has been a fantastic year and based on current customer activity we have a lot of opportunities left.  We are thankful for a robust New England economy and great partnerships. In this episode we talk through our recent 70 th Anniversary celebration, hosting "Precast Days" at our four facilities, facility improvements that allow for continual growth, employee development, and never f...

For over 13-year's, Jody Rhine has been a trusted member as part of the Shea Concrete Products delivery and trucking team. Jody primarily operates our "Crane Trucks" as part of the companies trucking fleet and especially enjoys delivering our watertight tanks throughout New England and beyond. Jody and his Father both represent the company to the highest level and take pride in their trucks as if...

For 15-Year's Jason Flibotte has been a trusted leader as part of the Shea Concrete Products trucking team.  Jason primarily operates our "Heavy Hauler's" as part of the companies trucking fleet and delivers products throughout New England and beyond. With up to 100,000-pounds of total truck weight under his control on a regular basis, Jason is responsible for a "ton" while out on the open road.

For over 18-year's Jay Bozek has been an integral part of the Shea Concrete Products team. Jay prides himself on being the very best at his craft and making sure each customer is 100% satisfied with every product installation. From priding himself in having the best looking truck in the fleet to making trucks shine as a "side hustle" he looks forward to many more successful years in the driver's s...

For approximately 5-Year's Nate Brissette has been an integral part of the Shea Concrete Products team and specifically at our Nottingham, NH facility location.  Nate prides himself in being able to perform any job at any time and he leads by example on a daily basis.  Nate has continued to develop himself as a leader within the company and has had the opportunity to work through exciting opportun...

For over 9-Year's Shea Concrete Products has advertised on WEEI.  A strong bond exists between Gerry Callahan and Greg Stratis (Shea Concrete Products – President) through marriage. As close to Brothers as you can get Gerry and Greg have a great relationship off and on the airwaves. Shea Concrete's marketing efforts as part of the WEEI Morning Show and throughout the day are a daily conversation t...

For over 15-Year's the ReCon Retaining Wall System has been a strategic product line for Shea Concrete Products.  Shea Concrete is the largest manufacturer of the ReCon Retaining Wall System in North America and this year is showing promise for being the most productive to-date!  In this episode we sit down with ReCon's CEO (Stan Hamilton) and President (Al Pfannenstein) to discuss all things ReCo...

As Shea Concrete Products approaches its 70 th  Anniversary later this year it is being led by a very capable group!  The Shea families 3 rd -Generation is made up of four sisters who all work in different aspects of the business and bring a "can do" attitude to work day in and day out.  Join us to learn from Brenda, Kathleen, Mary, and Noopy as we discuss past, present, and future.  Navigating th...

With the acquisition of Utility Precast in 2010 Shea Concrete Products continued to complement its product line offering with Prefabricated Precast Concrete Buildings by Easi-Set.  Frank Dimando (Product Manager – Easi-Set) has been with Shea Concrete Products for over 8-years and has successfully managed the installation of over one hundred Easi-Set and Easi-Span buildings throughout New England....

With the acquisition of Utility Precast in 2010 Shea Concrete Products continued to complement its product line offering while taking up a physical presence in the Southeastern portion of Massachusetts.  This Rochester, MA located facility was constructed in 1988 and Greg Bates (Operations Manager) originally joined Utility Precast in 1996 after initially joining the industry with another organiza...

Shea Concrete Products is the largest manufacturer of the ReCon Retaining Wall System in North America.  We produce exceptional product, provide industry-leading service, and go the extra mile to help all involved bring a retaining wall project from conceptual design to completion with on-site construction support.  Larry Cutts and Ted Dimando  manage and support the ReCon Retaining Wall System wi...

Rich Walsh has been a trusted employee of Shea Concrete Products since 1984.  Rich began his career as a driver and transitioned to a sales specific focus shortly thereafter.  We are excited to continue the process of introducing company employees through the podcast initiative and hope our subscribers and listeners enjoying learning about "Boomer" and his almost 35-years of history! 

With a combined 56-years of experience at Shea Concrete Products Jamey Robichaud (22-years) and Mark Burns (34-years) keep the Wilmington, MA facility running like a well-oiled machine.  With Jamey focused on Operations Management and Mark focused on Production Management responsibilities the lines of communication stay open and they complement each other very well.  We are excited to continue the...

Having the NPCA 53 rd  Annual Convention in Providence, RI was great being close to home and allowing us to provide multiple manufacturing plant tours.  Being the 2 nd  most attended Convention in history all attendees were able to benefit and learn from each other's experiences and market trends.  Educational sessions were on-point, manufacturing plant tours brought attendees throughout New Engla...

Bob Lopez has been a loyal employee of Shea Concrete Products since 1977.  Bob has worked in all disciplines for the company and performed almost all production tasks including form preparation, pouring concrete, manufacturing bricked stairs, and welding rebar cages to name a few.  Bob also worked as a delivery driver and installed precast concrete stairs and bulkheads.  Bob now works as a dispatc...

Since 1949 Shea Concrete Products has been a proud family owned and operated business.  The right mix of old-fashioned family values, unmatched customer services, and first-rate products continue as company pillars into our 70 th  Anniversary celebration that will take place in 2019.  Our secret weapon continues to be our committed and knowledgeable employees and communities that we operate within...

The National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA):  The NPCA has represented manufacturers of plant-produced precast concrete products and the suppliers of products and services for the industry since 1965. They are dedicated to expanding the use of quality precast concrete and providing members with the programs and information required to operate a successful precast plant.  The NPCA 53rd Annual...

Our new headquarters facility is nearing completion and our goal is to receive a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certification rating once complete.  We are constantly working to provide our staff with the best working environment possible and with that will continue to add new options that will enhance the facility.  Our goal is to be able to display a LEED Certification plaq...

Episode #4:  This podcast episode concentrates on the 2010 acquisition of Utility Precast in Rochester, Massachusetts to the present day.  We discuss the current company leadership structure, Greg Stratis becoming company President in 2016, the new company headquarters facility in Amesbury, MA, and where the company is headed. With the company's 70 th  Anniversary quickly approaching Shea Concrete...

Episode #3:  This podcast episode concentrates on the rebranding of the company under the name Shea Concrete Products, growth in the precast concrete industry through product lines manufactured and facility acquisition (New England Precast) in MA (Amesbury) & NH (Nottingham) in 1999, and the origin of "The Shea Way".  We introduce new family members, discuss navigating challenging economic times,...

Episode #2:  This podcast episode dives into the early history of the company with the origination of E.F. Shea in 1949 to the rebranding of the company in 1975 to Shea Concrete Products.  We sit down with Ed Shea (Owner), Bob Flores (General Manager), and Greg Stratis (President) to discuss the "Early Days" of the company and its start by Ernie Shea in the backyard of the family's home in Wilming...

Episode #1:  This podcast episode sets the tone for "The Precast Podcast", provides "the why" behind our goals and intentions in starting the first podcast specific to the precast concrete industry, and provides a high-level overview of Shea Concrete Products from how the company started to where it is today.  With 3 rd -generation family members now leading the company and 4 th  generation workin...