Helix PolySpartic 65 SB from ChemSystems Inc. is a twopart polyaspartic aliphatic polyurea sealer/finish coating for decorative and protective applications. Helix PolySpartic 65 SB is unique in that it is a multiuse 65 percent solids coating. Being self-priming, the material can be applied in single or multiple coats by brush, […]
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ACI Foundation fellowship and scholarship winners announced
The ACI Foundation has announced the winners of its fellowship and scholarship program for students whose studies relate to the concrete industry. Winners for the 2010-2011 academic year are: Matthew Fournier, University of Minnesota-Duluth, ACI Elmer Baker Student Fellowship; K.V. Harish, Clemson University, BASF Construction Chemicals Student Fellowship; Christopher Shearer, […]
GG develops sealer
GG VO-Seal from GG Innovative Products is a low-VOC, environmentally safe waterborne acrylic clear sealer for all concrete and cementitious toppings. It is UV-protected, making it ideal for exterior applications as well as interior applications. GG VO-Seal is resistant to water, food spills, chemicals and greases. It is also antibacterial […]
Stain guard for polished concrete
Innotech Stain-Guard has been added to Innotech’s product line. Innotech Stain- Guard is a high-gloss protective coating for polished concrete. It’s made from a unique blend of specially selected micropolymer hybrids designed to form a durable highgloss microfinish on and in polished concrete. Innotech Stain-Guard develops rapid hardness, scratch, scuff […]
New publications available
The American Concrete Institute has three new publications available: Advances in the Material Science of Concrete CD-ROM (SP-270); Report on the Foundations for Static Equipment (351.2R-10); and Guide to Design of Slabson- Ground (360R-10). ? (248) 848-3800 ? www.concrete.org
Recipe: Linear Thinking
For an upscale hotel like the W in Miami Beach, elegance is anything but optional. This effect, using incredibly simple ingredients, provides a deliciously luxe look for the lobby.
New products from H&C
H&C Concrete Coatings has released several new decorative concrete products. H&C Stampable Overlay is a stampable cementitious topping that can be used to resurface driveways, patios, pool areas, malls, theme parks, parking lots and other types of interior and exterior surfaces. H&C Liquid Release is a blend of evaporating, residue-free […]
Fall convention to be held in Pittsburgh
The American Concrete Institute’s Fall 2010 Convention will take place Oct. 24-28, 2010, in Pittsburgh, Pa., at the Westin Convention Center Hotel & David L. Lawrence Convention Center. Held at the world’s first “green” convention center, “Green Concrete in the Steel City” is intended to expand attendees’ knowledge of concrete […]
American Concrete Institute New executive VP named
The American Concrete Institute has announced that Ronald G. Burg, formerly vice president at CTLGroup, has been named executive vice president of ACI upon the retirement of William R. Tolley. Burg joined the staff of CTLGroup in 1983, where he moved up the ranks, beginning with research engineer and moving […]
Nawkaw names sales manager
Nawkaw Corp. has named Mike Honeyman sales manager of the Southwest territory. Honeyman has worked in many capacities for Nawkaw since 1996. He has been Nawkaw’s top crew chief and, most recently, operations manager for staining, cleaning, restoration and training. Honeyman’s experience includes a number of high-profile restoration projects. ? […]