SKOKIE, Ill.--Portland Cement Association (PCA) named William (Tim) McConnell as its soil cement/RCC pavements engineer.  He will assist in the promotion of soil cement and roller-compacted concrete for pavement applications in the United States and Canada.

McConnell has worked on stabilization and rehabilitation of pavements for more than 12 years.  He most recently was a cement stabilization specialist for the Southeast Cement Association.  Prior to that position, he served as a geopavement engineer for the North Carolina Department of Transportation, where he developed specifications for the use of full-depth reclamation.

A registered geologist, McConnell received his Bachelor of Science degree in geology from Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, N.C.  He is currently studying for his Masters of Science degree in civil engineering from North Carolina State University. 

About PCA
Based in Skokie, Ill., the Portland Cement Association represents cement companies in the United States and Canada. It conducts market development, engineering, research, education, and public affairs programs. More information on PCA programs is available at www.cement.org.

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