The National Asphalt Pavement Association announced that Ames Division, Manatt's, Inc., Brooklyn, Iowa has earned NAPA's Diamond Achievement Commendation for Excellence in Hot Mix Asphalt Plant/Site Operations.  The commendation is designed to recognize Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) production facilities that operate in an exemplary manner. 

"Earning the Diamond Achievement Commendation serves as a signal to neighbors that an HMA facility is a good neighbor," commented NAPA Chairman Charles Potts.  " The  self-assessment process addresses six aspects of the plant/site: appearance, operations, environmental practices, safety, permitting and compliance, and community.  By earning the Diamond Achievement, Manatts, Inc. has shown the community that it will go the extra mile for excellence."

"Manatts Inc. voluntarily participates in this process striving to be a good neighbor in the Ames community," said Tom Manatt.  The community is good to our company and we pride ourselves in being a responsible citizen in the environmental, safety and community relations area."

The Diamond Achievement Commendation is earned through a self-assessment process which is open to all in the Industry regardless of whether they are NAPA members. Participation is voluntary and is on a plant/site by plant/site basis. Nominations are verified by members of the local community and are evaluated by a nationally known independent assessment firm.