Lafarge has launched a project to modernize its Joppa, Ill., cement plant. When the $415 million project is completed in 2010, the plant will be able to annually produce 2 million tons of cement. The construction effort is part of the company’s major emphasis on cost reductions. The changes will […]

This year, Westcoat Specialty Coating Systems launches three new product lines: Liquid Dazzle, Acetone Dyes and Pool Chip. Westcoat Liquid Dazzle is a 100- percent solids epoxy floor-coating system. Engineered with proprietary metallic additives that flow uniquely when applied, Liquid Dazzle produces a dynamic color-changing floor that is decorative and […]

The ASTM plans a symposium on “New Developments in Test Methods for Self-Consolidating Concrete,” to be held Sunday, June 22, 2008, at the Hyatt Regency Denver, Denver, Colo. The objectives of the symposium are to provide a forum on the use of test methods and consider the application of new […]

The Portland Cement Association’s newly revised “Concrete Floors on Ground” is a comprehensive guide that provides the latest information on the design and construction process. This expanded fourth edition describes the planning, construction, and repair of concrete floors on ground for a variety of floor classifications, including high-tech industrial floors. […]

The Draygon X4 and X6 Wet/Dry Electric Planetary Grinders combine the benefits of electric grinders with planetary head technology and a full range of diamond tools for grinding and polishing concrete, terrazzo and stone floors. The X4 and X6 are also suitable for removing glue and other coatings. New drive […]

The Concrete Countertop Institute has scheduled three 2008 sessions of its “Mixes & Sealers 301” class: Feb. 20-22, March 26-28 and July 23-25. Offered at the CCI training facility Offered at the CCI training facility in Raleigh, N.C., this advanced class is designed for experienced concrete countertop makers who are […]

With the DITEQ TEQ-Edge Grinder contractors can grind right up to the edge of a wall, eliminating the need for difficult, labor-intensive hand grinding. The side of the head cover comes off for edge grinding, and the adjustable axle enables the grinder to easily hug the wall. This machine is […]

Matcor Inc. has been presented with two Awards of Merit from the International Concrete Repair Institute for the company’s corrosion mitigation work in central Florida. ICRI’s Industrial Award of Merit was presented for Matcor’s work with the NASA Vehicle Assembly Building’s concrete roof, in Cape Canaveral, Fla. The organization’s Low-Rise […]

John Anderson has joined Ideal Work, a leading European manufacturer of decorative concrete products, as international sales manager to help develop the company’s export business. Luca Seminati, managing director of Ideal Work, and Anderson developed their relationship with the help of Brickform. Anderson worked as Brickform West Coast Regional Manager […]

The Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association has added 21 new training courses to its training Web site. The new courses, covering health and safety and business subjects, were made available through CSDA’s partnership with ProTraining.com. The courses include 11 that cover topics such as walking and working surfaces, job-site safety, […]