Nycon Inc. and Kuraray America Inc. announced the North American introduction of PVA-ECC, a fiber-reinforced composite that is 500 times more resistant to cracking and 40 percent lighter in weight than traditional concrete. This engineered composite was created by a team of scientists who developed a cement-based design micromechanically engineered […]

The American Concrete Institute has released seven new publications. 305.1-06: Specifications for Hot Weather Concreting — This specification lays out hot-weather requirements for production preparation, delivery, placement, finishing, bleed-water evaporation, curing, and protection of concrete. 341.3R-07: Seismic Evaluation and Retrofit Techniques for Concrete Bridges — This document is intended to […]

The 3rd Edition of ASTM International Standards for Sustainability in Buildings is now available on CD-ROM. The compilation includes all the ASTM standards referenced by the U.S. Federal Green Construction Guide for Specifiers as of January 2007. The new edition includes 143 ASTM standards that address the sustainable design, construction […]

After a decade of manufacturing quality surface preparation equipment, BW Manufacturing Inc. is moving into the diamond grinding and polishing arena with the introduction of the DG- 16 Diamond Grinder/Polisher. The DG-16 has a rubber-mounted nonplanetary grinding head that is controlled by spring pressure. With the combination of the wheels, […]

VitraStone Eco-Friendly Sinks and Surfaces from VitraStone LLC are made from 70 percent to 85 percent recycled products such as recycled glass and fly ash, all blended with a proprietary mix of ceramic cement. Twice as strong as competitors, the feel of VitraStone competes with any other concrete or natural […]

Six cement plants received special recognition for their commitment to improving the environment and their communities at the Sixth Annual Cement Industry Environment and Energy Awards, presented by the Portland Cement Association and Cement Americas magazine at the PCA’s spring meeting in March. The awards honor facilities that “exemplify the […]

Valspar Flooring introduced UR-22 EnviroUltra WBU, a water-based urethane topcoat designed for use over epoxy or wall base coats in environments that are subjected to chemical exposure and abrasive wear. EnviroUltra WBU boasts a low-VOC formulation of 60 percent solids. The product produces greater build per coat, and is ideally […]

At a recent meeting, the board of trustees of the RMC Research Foundation voted to change the Foundation’s name to the RMC Research & Education Foundation. The change better reflects the mission of the Foundation, which is to support research and educational programs that will increase professionalism and quality in […]

Tritex ICF Products introduced a ledge reinforcement system to its Xillix ICF (insulating concrete form) product line. The two-piece system consists of a 9-inch ledge ICF form and a 9-inch preformed welded wire reinforcement. The ICF Ledge Reinforcement System is designed to support brick and stone exterior finishes as well […]

The RMC Research & Education Foundation released three pervious concrete studies. The reports, researched and prepared by the Stormwater Management Academy at the University of Central Florida, are “Construction and Maintenance Assessment of Pervious Concrete,” “Hydraulic Performance Assessment of Pervious Concrete Pavements for Stormwater Management Credit,” and “Compressive Strength of […]