The Association of Swedish Engineering Industries awarded Atlas Copco Construction Tools with the prestigious Grand Award of Design for its upgraded LT6005 Rammer.

FCICA, the Flooring Contractors Association, in cooperation with Ardex Americas and Nora Systems Inc., have announced the Bruce Newbrough Memorial Scholarship for the Certified Installation Manager (CIM) program.

Gardco has introduced the new Fowler Xtra-Value II Electronic Micrometer. The new device has a choice of measuring range and an LCD with an inch/metric switchable resolution. The meter is designed for general purpose measuring.

The massive Indoor Hurricane Simulator at the University of Miami’s Marine Science Center is now up and running, kicking up a storm in tropical weather research. This giant aquarium recreates 150-mph wind conditions and is built on Penetron concrete technology to ensure a durable and waterproof structure.

Atlas Copco USA raised nearly $31,000 in individual and company-matched contributions for its employee-led Water for All charity organization. The company raised the funds during a three-day, annual sales conference, and more than doubled the amount of new employee contributors.

Stampcrete International will soon be securing its place as a leader in the decorative and restorative paving market on a global scale.

Kretetek Industries, the leader in concrete protection through advances in molecular nanotechnology, has launched its first ultra concentrated version of its signature formulas — Ghostshield Siloxa-Tek 8500 and Siloxa-Tek 8505 Oil Repellent, the highest performing sealers in their category in the industry.

Fishstone has introduced three new high-performance admixtures — Super-Six-Admix, KongKrete Liquid Polymer and KongKrete Dry Acrylic Polymer.

Engrave-A-Crete has announced the addition of the Mongoose 3 to its famous Mongoose family of decorative concrete engravers. The Mongoose 3 features an innovative three-wheel design.