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Fogging lenses can strike in both indoor and outdoor working conditions. Brass Knuckle Spectrum (BKFLEX-4040N) eye protection has options to fight fog no matter where work has to get done. This powerful ANSI Z87.1+ protection weighs less than one ounce, and the rimless lenses are manufactured with exclusive BK-Anti-FOG protection. […]
Decorative concrete is an incredibly versatile and durable choice for enhancing the aesthetic appeal of any outdoor area—from driveways and patios to walkways and beyond. Whether stamped, stained or polished, decorative concrete quickly adds character to an otherwise monotonous space. However, to maintain these surfaces at their best, it’s essential […]
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is excited to host the ACI Concrete Convention in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Known as the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete, the convention will take place November 3-6, 2024, at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. The event will bring together engineers, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material […]
The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) gathered in Santa Fe, N.M. to discuss technology and innovation at the 2024 Technology Forum. The event took place May 14-16, 2024, at the Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza. The ACI Foundation Technology Forum is an innovation-focused educational and networking event for concrete […]
Euclid Chemical, a leading manufacturer of concrete and masonry construction products, announced the launch of VersaSpeed RMC, a fast-setting, one-component, cementitious repair mortar that is shrinkage compensated, pozzolan and microfiber modified, and contains an integral corrosion inhibitor. The new product is designed for horizontal and formed vertical repairs, as well […]
The Power Tool Institute, the leading organization for power tool safety resources, information, and education, has released a new video demonstrating how to properly handle a battery that’s in thermal runaway. A lithium-ion battery that is too hot to touch, melting, smoking, or on fire may be in thermal runaway, […]
It is with great sadness we must relay the news that founding ICRI Member and Past President, James E. (Jim) McDonald, passed away late last week. Jim’s involvement with ICRI goes all the way back to the beginning. Jim was a charter member, served on the Board, and served as ICRI President […]
OSHA reports that 70 percent of workers who suffered hand injuries in manufacturing operations were not wearing gloves. Hand injuries among the remaining 30 percent occurred because hand protection was inadequate, damaged, or misapplied. What hand-focused occupations need are gloves that wear easily, protect wholly, and maximize dexterity. The answer […]
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces the formation of a new committee whose mission is to develop and report information on concrete made with brackish, saline, and brine water and sea aggregates. ACI Committee 243, Seawater Concrete, will host its inaugural meeting on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at the ACI […]
Alpha Professional Tools is pleased to announce that we have hired Michael Poortinga to represent us in the Midwest territory effective May 6, 2024. He will serve Arkansas, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Oklahoma, North Dakota, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Michael comes to Alpha as a second-generation […]
