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Blogs
Registration opens for 2016 World of Asphalt and AGG1 shows
Registration is now open for the 2016 World of Asphalt Show & Conference and AGG1 Academy & Expo. Registering in advance for the co-located exhibitions saves time and money. One registration covers both shows.
Schwing’s new control system revolutionizes ready mix operations
Schwing America introduced the company’s new mixer truck control system, Schwing Control Technology. The innovative control system for ready mix concrete mixer trucks offers cutting-edge features not previously available to concrete producers, including a load function, mix function and optional inclinometer.
World of Concrete awards ceremony celebrates CSDA members
The most innovative and challenging projects completed by Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association contractors in 2015 were recognized during a prestigious World of Concrete ceremony in Las Vegas.
PCA releases 16th edition of Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures
The Portland Cement Association (PCA) launched "Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures," 16th edition, a fully-revised and comprehensive guide to today’s concrete applications, methods and materials.
Decorative Surface Solutions Group members collect 9 awards from The Decorative Concrete Council
The Decorative Surface Solutions Group (DSSG) held its first annual membership meeting at The Palms Hotel during the World of Concrete trade show. More than 40 executives from member companies attended the event which featured presentations from DSSG leaders and members.
Registration opens for ASCC Concrete Executive Leadership Forum
Registration for the American Society of Concrete Contractors’s (ASCC) Concrete Executive Leadership Forum (CELF) is now open. The 2016 CELF is July 14-17 at the Lodge at Torrey Pines, La Jolla, California.
U.S. construction equipment exports close out 2015 down 19 percent
Exports of U.S.-made construction equipment ended 2015 with a 19 percent decline compared to the previous year for a total $13.9 billion shipped worldwide.
Concrete Industry Management Program holds record-breaking auction at World of Concrete
The National Steering Committee (NSC) for the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program raised more than $925,000 in gross revenue at its annual Worldof Concrete auction.
Rust-Oleum acquires Seal-Krete
Rust-Oleum Corp. announced today that it has acquired Seal-Krete, a leading manufacturer of concrete care coatings and sealants.