Concrete Coatings of Georgia Inc. has introduced a two-part coating primarily designed to coat wood decks. Aspecto-Coat adheres to wooden substrates, creating a cementitious overlay coating that protects and refurbishes old decks. Aspecto-Coat moves, bends and breathes to make the substrate and overlay act as one. Aspecto-Coat is intended to […]
Decorative Concrete Press Releases
All the latest decorative concrete press releases. Includes information on new product releases for decorative concrete contractors. Plus, openings and closings, mergers and partnerships. Additionally, press releases include industry trends, new standards, conferences and other news of interest to the decorative concrete industry.
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International Concrete Repair Institute Certification program launched
International Concrete Repair Institute has launched the association’s first complete certification program — the Slab Moisture Testing Technician Certification, Grade I. The purpose of this program is to help improve the performance of concrete-slab moisture testing in the United States, resulting in more consistent, accurate results that will help flooring […]
New crack repair epoxy
Increte Systems has released Increte Weld LV Crack Repair, a fast-setting, high-strength crack repair epoxy. Increte Weld LV Crack Repair is a 100- percent solids, rapid-cure epoxy compound that is compatible for use with cementitious overlays and toppings. Packaged as a twoin- one cartridge, it is sold in individual 10- […]
American Shotcrete Association Graduate scholarship program open
The American Shotcrete Association is now accepting applications for graduate scholarships for the 2010-2011 academic year. The purpose of the ASA Graduate Scholarship Program is to attract, identify and assist outstanding graduate students pursuing careers in the field of concrete with a significant interest in the shotcrete process. One scholarship […]
ChemSystems announces polyaspartic coating
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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
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 […]