Brokk, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of remote-controlled demolition machines, recently acquired Aquajet Systems AB, a world- leading manufacturer of hydro-demolition robots.
Author: Concrete Decor Staff
Rotary hammer offers 8.5 amps of power
The Bosch GBH2-28L rotary hammer merits its place in the long line of legendary Bosch Bulldogs. It weighs only 6.9 pounds, yet delivers impact energy of 5,100 no-load bpm (blasts per minute) and 0-1,300 no-load rpm for drilling and chipping in masonry and concrete.
New Boston Bruins practice facility features gigantic hockey imagery
When the Warrior Ice Arena was built, the architect wanted to bring the imagery of hockey from the interior to the exterior of the complex.
Husqvarna to acquire HTC Group
Husqvarna Group’s Construction Division is in the midst of acquiring the floor grinding solutions division of HTC Group AB, one of the market leaders in floor-grinding solutions.
World of Asphalt wins ‘Fastest 50’ honors
The World of Asphalt Show and Conference has been named one of the 50 fastest-growing shows across all industries in the U.S. Trade Show Executive magazine presents “Fastest 50” awards to exhibitions that demonstrate the greatest percentage of show-to-show growth.
Wood framing defeated in South Florida
Earlier this year, the Florida Building Commission requested comment for proposed changes to the Florida Building Code, including a provision to allow certain wood-framed construction techniques to be used in the construction of Florida school board and college buildings.
Aggregates industry positively impacts U.S. economy
To better understand the effect of the U.S. aggregates industry on the economy and jobs, the Phoenix Center released a new economic “Scorecard” titled “The Economic Impact of the Natural Aggregates Industry: A National, State and County Analysis.”
Cement manufacturers ready to meet higher demand for proposed projects
U.S. cement manufacturers have ample production capacity to meet increased demand from infrastructure revitalization efforts being contemplated by the Trump Administration and Congress, an analysis from the Portland Cement Association concluded.
NACA officials conduct Capitol Hill briefing on industry priorities
Bob Risser, president and CEO of the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute, joined senior officials representing the North American Concrete Alliance and the Congressional Cement Caucus for a visit to Capitol Hill Feb. 5 to brief the 115th Congress on the state of the concrete and cement industry and infrastructure priorities.
Retaining system ideal for tall walls
The Bronco II segmental retaining wall system from Versa-Lok Retaining Walls Systems is the company’s newest product in its heavyweight retaining walls line.