The American Concrete Institute is offering five educational seminars in various locations around the country this spring. This spring’s seminars are “Concrete Repair Basics,” “Concrete Slabs-on- Ground,” “Reinforced Concrete Design,” “Masonry Design to the IBC and MSJC Codes,” and “Troubleshooting Concrete Construction.” ? (248) 848-3815 ? www.concreteseminars.com

Alpha Natural Resources has made a strategic equity investment in Ceratech Inc (CTI). Ceratech manufactures a revolutionary “green cement” that utilizes 95 percent waste fly ash from electric utilities, dramatically reducing their landfill requirements while generating zero carbon dioxide emissions from the cement production process. CTI’s technology allows for beneficial […]

Lafarge, in partnership with Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (GSAPP), has announced the launch of “Solid States: Concrete in Transition,” a book that examines the use of concrete in today’s architecture. Compiled after a 2008 conference at Columbia University, the book calls upon a diverse group […]

Tramex has introduced a new version of its popular CMEXpert digital concrete moisture meter with new and improved hardware features. The technology still utilizes the instant Tramex nondestructive moisture content test, but upgraded hardware, circuitry and a time-adjustable backlit display make this a better tool for assessment of concrete and […]

The Allen MP 215 is a complete redesign of the MP 205 Mechanical Drive Riding Trowel. The MP 215 is an entry-level riding trowel with features that are typically found in larger riders. The engine and heavy-duty drive train is packaged in an easy-to-service frame. The Allen Standard- Duty Gearboxes […]

Metabo Corp. has added a new large angle grinder to its Metabo Metal Masters series. The W24-230 is ideal for cutting and grinding metal safely and efficiently. The W24-230 comes equipped with a 9-inch wheel guard and delivers 150 inchpounds of torque. This large angle grinder has a rated speed […]

The Mapei Group has recently completed the acquisition of all activities regarding adhesives and products for the building industry carried out by Henkel in South Korea under the Ceresit and Thomsit trademarks. The acquisition has been made through a new company, Mapei Korea, that now has head offices in Seoul […]

Federal Brace has released one of their strongest elevated bar supports, the Brickyard. Living up to its name, this solid bracket can hold heavy stone, granite or concrete countertops firmly in place. Its three-hole design gives it a modern, spacious feel. www.federalbrace.com

The Ready Mixed Concrete Research & Education Foundation has released the latest addition to its extensive library of offerings on pervious concrete: “Performance Evaluation of In-Service Pervious Concrete Pavements in Cold Weather.” The research includes a comprehensive evaluation of the use of pervious concrete in cold weather and examined impermeability […]

Metabo Corp. has added a new large angle grinder to its Metabo Metal Masters series. The W24-230 is ideal for cutting and grinding metal safely and efficiently. The W24-230 comes equipped with a 9-inch wheel guard and delivers 150 inch-pounds of torque. This large angle grinder has a rated speed […]