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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, musculoskeletal disorders are the most frequently recorded injuries in construction, masonry, and many occupations. Tasks that routinely require kneeling and bending can put an employee at significant risk. Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as knee pads and back support can help reduce the […]
The ACI Foundation is now accepting applications from graduate and undergraduate students for the 2025-2026 academic year. Two new fellowships and one new scholarship have been added, growing the total annual awards available to 48. New awards include: Kenneth C. Hover Honorary Fellowship ACI Houston Chapter Fellowship Honorary Dr. Mohan […]
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. […]
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 […]
Regen Fiber hosted a grand opening today to showcase the company’s sustainable solution to the wind energy industry. As part of the event, the company announced production is underway at its Fairfax facility. Owned by Travero, a subsidiary of Alliant Energy, Regen Fiber addresses a critical need in the wind […]
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 […]
