European tool manufacturer Belle Group introduced its hand-held mixer line, the Promix, last year. Geared toward high-viscosity materials such as plaster, cement, mortar, tile adhesives and stucco, the Promix line provides high-power, high-torque mixing solutions for batches of up to 30 gallons. The Promix 1200E runs on a two-speed 110- […]

ConcreteIron.com has welcomed Bryan Stamper as a new sales associate, specializing in concrete pumps and screeds. Stamper’s more than 20 years of experience in the concrete industry is a good fit for the Web site, whose mission is to connect buyers and sellers worldwide. ? (866) 267-4766 www.concreteiron.com

Architectural Enhancements Inc. has a new stocking distributor in California: Mike and Shelly Wenemeyer in Bakersfield. The Wenemeyers operate a showroom and warehouse and plan to offer training as well as technical advice. Large orders can be drop-shipped from the manufacturer to save on shipping and handling charges. ? (661) […]

Dr. Vinicio Tresin, one of the cofounders of Crown Polymers LLC, recently relocated from Padova, Italy, to join the Crown management team in Huntley, Ill. Dr. Tresin is a 1983 graduate of the University of Padova, where he earned a doctorate degree in Civil Engineering. He has extensive experience in […]

Two projects built using Reward Wall Systems won top awards at the ICFA (Insulating Concrete Form Association) 2007 annual conference. The Megaplex 20 Theater at the District in South Jordan, Utah, received the ICFA Excellence Award for Large Commercial Project and was selected from all commercial projects as the Grand […]

ACO Polymer Products Inc. has opened its most modern plant, a 40,000-square-foot manufacturing, warehouse and office complex in Casa Grande, Ariz., that serves as its regional base in the western United States. The new facility in Casa Grande is the third manufacturing establishment for ACO in the U.S., joining locations […]

ASTM International will hold a Symposium on Test Methods for Chemical and Mineralogical Analysis of Hydraulic Cements and Other Concrete- Making Materials on Dec. 4, 2007, in Tampa, Fla. Sponsored by ASTM International Committees C01 on Cement and C09 on Concrete and Concrete Aggregates, the symposium will be held in […]

A new ASTM standard — C 1646/C 1646M, Practice for Making and Curing Test Specimens for Evaluating Frost Resistance of Coarse Aggregate in Air- Entrained Concrete by Rapid Freezing and Thawing — spells out requirements for specimen preparation for C 666 testing. The standard falls under the jurisdiction of Subcommittee […]

Colorado Hardscapes Inc. has acquired di Giacomo Inc., the California- based company formerly owned by rockscape creator Philip di Giacomo. di Giacomo sought out thirdgeneration, family-owned Colorado Hardscapes for the acquisition. Colorado Hardscapes’ 60-year history began with gray concrete and evolved into serving decorative niches that include architectural-grade concrete, artificial […]

 The Wooster Brush Company has just announced a newly redesigned logo and product packaging that will hit shelves early next year. A leader in paint applicator innovation, Wooster has been developing tools designed to meet or even exceed the needs of painters for nearly 170 years. This new look refreshes the Wooster brand, offering a cohesive strategy at retail across all channels. The campaign launching to announce these elements is, "Same Great Product, Bold New Look."