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The Northern California and Western Nevada Chapter of the American Concrete Institute recently recognized four outstanding concrete construction projects. They are: Architectural Category: U.S. Federal Courthouse, Bakersfield. Contractor: T.B. Penick & Sons Inc.; Ready-mix Supplier: Vulcan Materials Co. Structural Category: Cal Memorial Stadium. Contractor: Webcor Concrete; Ready-mix Supplier: Cemex. Construction […]
These murals are the work of David Seils, an Asheville, N.C.-based designer, artist and relief sculptor. He applies an overlay to the walls to create these intricate, one-of-a-kind pieces.
Buddy Rhodes Concrete Products and Delta Performance Products LLC have finalized a partnership agreement that will bring Buddy Rhodes Concrete Products under the ownership of Delta Performance. Buddy Rhodes products will still be sold under the Buddy Rhodes brand and the synergy between Buddy Rhodes and Blueconcrete will result in […]
Elite Crete Australia and decorative concrete artist Audra Lynch Nanay, of Audra Lynch & Cie, Chicago, have brought the ocean ashore in greater Melbourne. Their ocean-themed concrete mural sweeps across a restored footpath outside of Conway Fish Trading, in Footscray.
Hyde Tools has introduced several new pressure washer nozzles for use with Hyde and other standard pressure washer equipment. This new product line extension includes two types of quick-connect spray tips. The first is the new Hyde Turbo Nozzle, a powerful new ceramic tip designed for blasting and removing stubborn […]
Superabrasive Inc. is introducing the newest line of Lavina machines – the LavinaS series, featuring forced belt-driven planetary movement. The new LavinaS machines are offered as 20-, 25-, 30- and 32-inch electric models, as well as 25- and 30-inch propane models. "One advantage of our Lavina S machines compared to […]
A unique easy-to-remove concrete curing compound has been announced by ChemMasters Inc. EZ Strip Cure low odor curing compound is for indoor use on fresh concrete. It is superior to dissipating resins because it can be easily removed after curing by household cleaners, which permits earlier application of penetrating sealers, […]
CS Unitec’s new EBS 180 H 7-inch hand-held concrete grinder removes epoxy, paint and other coatings, as well as prepares new concrete surfaces before applying new paints or coatings. This grinder is solidly built with a 20 AMP, 2500-watt motor to enable a high load capacity running 7-inch diameter diamond […]
Ardex Americas has announced significant enhancements to Ardex MC Moisture Control Systems products. “All three Ardex moisture remediation systems, MC Rapid, MC Plus and MC Ultra, have a moisture perm rating of 0.1 or less according to ASTM E 96,” said Bruce Newbrough, Ardex Americas Director of Application and Development […]
Advancements to the Doosan DL300 and DL350 wheel loaders provide operators with improved lift capabilities, increased fuel efficiency and enhanced cab comfort. This interim Tier 4-compliant machine (iT4) also has been engineered to deliver higher horsepower to tackle a wide variety of material handling applications — such as quarries, mines, […]
