The Portland Cement Association, National Ready Mixed Concrete Association, American Concrete Institute, Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute, National Concrete Masonry Association and Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute have signed a memorandum of understanding to align sustainable development activities.

A recovery in housing starts activity will likely be preceded by a meaningful recovery of the sales pace, followed by a reduction in inventory.

The Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association has introduced its 2009 officers and board members who were elected at the 37th Annual CSDA Convention, held March 3-7, 2009, in Cancun, Mexico.

The American Shotcrete Association has appointed Chris J. Darnell as its new executive director.

Hilti’s new PR 26 Rotating Laser, featuring a green laser, greatly improves visibility in indoor applications compared to standard red lasers, and it outperforms other green beam lasers.

Fritz-Pak Corp. has released a new publication that is designed to teach contractors how to reduce waste and operating costs.

The Concrete Countertop Institute has added a new benefit for alumni — a Student Spotlight section on the CCI Web site that highlights the work of successful students.

Aztec Products Inc. has introduced the DiamondShine concrete floor polishing machine to its line of floor buffing and stripping machines.

During the debut launch of the Edger at World of Concrete 2009, Concrete Polishing Solutions customers were reportedly overwhelmed by the multiple capabilities the machine displayed.