The National Steering Committee (NSC) for the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program – a business-intensive program that awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management – recently announced the appointments of seven new members to its board of directors. The NSC officers include: Chairman – […]
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Makita U.S.A. welcomes new president and CEO
Makita, a leading global manufacturer of innovative power tools, outdoor power equipment and accessories, is proud to announce the appointment of a seasoned industry leader as its new president and CEO. The company is excited to welcome Sean Okada to lead Makita’s continued growth and success in the United States. […]
2023 Concrete Countertop Solutions Photo Contest Winners
Recently, Concrete Countertop Solutions held a photo contest for customers who have used products from their various product lines. The company received well over 1900 image submissions from customers near and far. Picking winners was nearly impossible, as the worked featured in every project was stunning. Due to the exception […]
Western Specialty Contractors Branches Specialize in Recovery Services for Facilities Damaged by Natural Disasters
Losing a structure or building to an unforeseen natural disaster such as a hurricane or tornado can be devastating to the owner and its tenants. The decision to move forward with repairs may not come quickly, but when it does, facility managers and owners should work with a specialty contractor […]
Dewalt Announces ToughSystem 2.0
Dewalt today announced the latest offering in the ToughSystem 2.0 Storage lineup, the new ToughSystem 2.0 Adjustable Work Light. The modular lighting solution delivers up to three hours of runtime and features two pivoting LED heads that provide to 4,000 lumens (using both lights) and seven brightness levels. The light […]
Prosoco names new president and announces additional promotions and hires
Twenty-three years after joining Prosoco, Kevin Sigourney is taking over as president of the company, a Lawrence, Kan.-based manufacturer of specialty construction products approaching its 85th anniversary next year. The company announced the promotion on August 21 by David Boyer, a member of the third-generation of the family-owned business. Boyer […]
Makinex Celebrates Three Awards at the 2023 USA-based Pro Tool Innovation Awards
Makinex, an Australian owned leader in innovative solutions for the construction, industrial, and commercial sectors, has been awarded three prestigious awards at the 2023 USA-based Pro Tool Innovation Awards. Makinex was honored with awards for their Hose2Go, Mobile Charge Pod, and Dual Pressure Washer 4000 products, garnishing recognition for their […]
The Brass Knuckle SmartCut A4 Glove for Cut Resistance and Much More
Application specific cut standards remain the only way to specify cut-resistant protective gloves; however, A4 cut resistance has quickly become the de facto minimum standard for work gloves used in many applications. Foremen and plant managers alike trust its performance and feel confident putting their people in it when setting […]
ACI Foundation Hosts Technology Forum in Portland, Ore.
The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) gathered once again with participants and presenters to discuss technology and innovation at the 2023 Technology Forum. The successful event took place August 29-31, 2023, at the Benson Portland A Hilton Curio Collection Hotel in Portland, Ore. The Technology Forum is an innovation-focused […]
Concrete for Airport Applications at ACPA’s Upcoming Immersive Workshop
The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) will present a three-day national event, Best Practices in Airfield Paving Workshop, Oct. 24-26, that will include guidance for the design, construction and rehabilitation of concrete pavements used for airport applications. Held in Denver, the three-day workshop program will feature technical presentations by subject […]