Steve Hutmacher at the 2017 RCI Convention.Steven R. Hutmacher, CDT, died of a heart attack November 12, 2017, at the age of 55 in Hammondsville, OH. Hutmacher was a roof consultant for Tremco’s Weatherproofing Technologies Division, a 20-year member of RCI, and a former RRO. He was a graduate of Alliance High School in Alliance, OH. Steven was a member of the National Rifle Association and a lifetime member of National Wild Turkey Federation and a mason at Jenkins Lodge in Hammondsville. Survivors are his wife Donna Fotheringham Hutmacher, stepmother Jane Hutmacher, stepfather Robert Warner, daughter Heather Hames, son Matthew Hutmacher, stepsons Chris Wallace and Eric Wallace, brother Robby Warner, and granddaughters Charlotte and Lola Hames. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dean and Trudy, and brother Scott Hutmacher. His obituary is still available online.
Sutton Retires and Closes Business
After 64 years serving the roofing industry, George V. Sutton, owner, has closed Roof Consultants of York, LLC, in York, PA. He has been a Consultant member of RCI since 1995.
Blindside or pre-applied waterproofing is one of the most complex building enclosure systems to design and construct in a watertight condition. During design, consultants must consider the geotechnical report, support of excavation systems, and many complex details that are possible in hydrostatic conditions. Learners are provided with solutions to design blindside waterproofing system to maintain a dry foundation and provide the building owner with a valuable warranty.
