Giatec is a world leader in concrete testing technologies. Giatec SmartMix now incorporates their artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm, Roxi. This is a new online dashboard that enables producers to optimize concrete materials and predict the performance of their mixes. “The SmartMix platform has helped us communicate with our customers and […]
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.
Concrete Decor is the industry’s go-to source, so be sure to look here for all the breaking news and trends in the decorative concrete industry.
New Specifications 101 Helps Any Construction Professional
Any professional in the construction industry will find value in Specifications 101. This is a new six-part series which, for the first time ever, clearly identifies the underlying elements of construction specifications. It also focuses on their importance in coordinating with construction documentation. The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI), a national […]
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Suffolk Announces Enterprise Commitment To OpenSpace
Suffolk announced it has made a long-term enterprise agreement with OpenSpace, a leader in 360° job site photo capture technology. The agreement marks a continued commitment by Suffolk to scale the product across its job sites nationally. Its aim is also to discover exciting new ways to leverage the captured […]
PCA Releases Winter 2021 U.S. Regional Cement Consumption Forecast
The Portland Cement Association (PCA) Market Intelligence Group released their cement consumption forecast for winter 2021. Additionally, they included their real put-in-place construction spending forecasts for the Northeast, Central, West, and Southeast United States. Northeast The Northeast has been hit hard by COVID-19, leading to cement consumption declining by a […]
Safety@Work
Can the Choice of a Power Tool’s Battery Affect Contractor Safety?
Maybe some power tool users are tired of getting the third degree about using third-party replacement batteries. But they should consider that they might be headed for third-degree burns—or worse—if they keep it up. Battery safety is paramount for contractors and there is simply no adequate replacement for using the […]
Laticrete Launches New and Improved Strata_Heat Floor Warming System
Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has launched a new and improved Strata_Heat floor warming system. This system includes both an industry-first, high-performance floor-heating spliceless wire and an uncoupling mat. You can install the Strata_Heat floor warming system under tile, stone, vinyl, carpeted […]
CIM Program Seeks Donations for 2021 Auction
The Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program – a business intensive program that awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management – is seeking donations for their 2021 CIM Auction to be held at World of Concrete. The auction is on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at […]
Alchemco Concrete Waterproofing Systems – Good News for Failing U.S. Infrastructure
Alchemco – an acknowledged leader in concrete waterproofing systems, continues to grow its presence in the global infrastructure marketplace. The BridgeDECK product line, is the latest addition to Alchemco’s growing array of products. Their products are designed to increase the durability and sustainability of concrete structures. Using its award-winning biochemically […]
Makita Growth Continues with Land Purchase in Atlanta Region
Makita U.S.A., Inc. is continuing its commitment to future growth in the U.S. market with the purchase of 80 acres in Georgia. The land is located northeast of Atlanta in Hall County. It is also the target for planned future development to address continuing growth in the United States as […]