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After a long and successful career of 42 years at Ardex Americas, Mike Tracy will be leaving the company at the end of 2024. Ardex would like to recognize and thank Mike for all the years of dedication and commitment in helping shape and build the Ardex business into a […]
As the world faces the urgent need to reduce its environmental impact, the construction industry is responding with new innovations that make concrete—a cornerstone of modern building—a more sustainable option in construction. For those specializing in decorative and specialty concrete, the next few years will bring exciting opportunities to embrace […]
The initial idea was a relatively common one: use concrete to replicate the look of stone. But as is often the case, this project design was not as simple as it seemed. The original design intent for the flatwork of the newly renovated California Firefighters Memorial in Sacramento, Calif. called […]
As winter approaches, W. R. Meadows Inc. is proud to introduce Meadow-Pruf Co-Spray, a cold-applied liquid waterproofing membrane designed for below-grade vertical applications. With advanced technology and cold-weather-friendly properties, Meadow-Pruf Co-Spray offers a durable and efficient solution for demanding waterproofing projects. Meadow-Pruf Co-Spray is a liquid-applied, seamless elastomeric membrane that […]
The Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program –a unique business-intensive program that awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management – is pleased to announce the donation of a 2025 Peterbilt Model 567 with a Con-Tech Manufacturing extreme duty mixer for the annual auction at World […]
World of Concrete (WOC), the largest and only annual international event for the concrete and masonry industries, returns to Las Vegas Convention Center, January 21-23 (Education 20-23), 2025. For over five decades, World of Concrete brings together the newest products, leading industry suppliers, resources, and valuable education from around the […]
The Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program—a unique business-intensive program that awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management—is pleased to announce that one of the signature items for its annual auction at World of Concrete is a 2025 Mack Granite 64FR chassis donated by Mack […]
The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. David Fanella, Ph.D., P.E., S.E., F.ACI, F.ASCE, F.SEI, to the position of Vice President of Engineering. In this role, Dr. Fanella is responsible for overseeing all technical activities performed by the CRSI engineering team. Dr. Fanella […]
Ultra Durable Technologies (UDT) recently introduced revised and improved EPIC Water-Based Urethane formulas. These updates have been made with the primary goals of increasing raw material stability and removing APEO (alkylphenol ethoxylate) from the products. Several exciting improvements have been incorporated into these reformulations. LOWER VOC: Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) […]
GFRZ Pro, the latest innovation from Concrete Countertop Solutions, has officially been released. Designed with professionals in mind, GFRZ Pro is a premium glass fiber-reinforced concrete (GFRC) mix that delivers superior strength and flexibility for a flawless finish every time. What sets GFRZ Pro apart? Durable – 10800+ psi with […]
