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Machine’s ease of operation key to large grind-and-seal job’s success
For such a simple piece of equipment, Fas-Trak Industries Inc.’s Ultra-Trak offers users a lot of flexibility when it comes to applying densifiers and sealers, says Dan Baird, president of Floor Tech Solutions Inc. The automated application system can apply concrete chemicals at a rate of up to 25,000 square […]
Curb Roller Manufacturing Appoints Jesse Smith as General Manager
Curb Roller Manufacturing, the world leader in shaped concrete roller screeds, announces Jesse Smith as its new general manager. Smith will be responsible for ensuring Curb Roller Manufacturing runs smoothly and effectively. He will be overseeing the day-to-day operations to helping drive production goals. “Jesse shares our family values in […]
American Concrete Institute Honors Outstanding Contributions to the Industry in 2021
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and also companies for both their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. The 2021 honorees also include the induction of Honorary Members, ACI’s highest honor, which recognizes persons of eminence in the field of […]
SprayWorks Offers Free Online Spray Foam Training for Business Owners and Applicators
SprayWorks Equipment is launching its new free online spray foam training, titled Introduction to Insulation Spray Foam. The free training is a first step for new foamers or new business owners looking to understand the basics of spray foam. The new online training includes the following features: One-step registration and […]
ASCC Safety Summit Rescheduled
The American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, Missouri, and the Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA), Mt. Vernon, Iowa, have announced the first ASCC/TCA Safety Summit, postponed from 2020, will be held November 12, 2021, in Houston, Texas. The design of the new event is to bring together those responsible […]
New Lavina Elite V32 Dust Extractors from Superabrasive
With industry-best technology and features, the all-new Lavina Elite V32 Dust Extractors take dust collection to a new level of performance and productivity. Features of the Lavina Elite V32 Dust Extractors: Four-stage dust collection for a dramatic increase in cleaning efficiency. Integrated pre-separator captures the large particles and extends filter […]
Achieve Beauty and Protection with Stain-Proof Paver Enhancing Sealer
ICP Building Solutions Group has introduced its Stain-Proof Paver Enhancing Sealer, a formulation that delivers both color enhancement and long-lasting protection for a variety of concrete pavers, cement tiles, terrazzo floors, and concrete surfaces. Paver Enhancing Sealer offers both rich color enhancement and water and liquid protection through a patented […]
Why bother with competitions?
7 tips on how to come out a winner
In Part 1, we discussed why you should enter decorative concrete award competitions. Now that we’ve established a “why,” let’s look at how we should go about it. First, identify your top awards programs you want to enter. Who is your audience and what types of projects are eligible? Once […]
As Wood Costs Increase, Recent Study Reveals Concrete Masonry Costs Remain Stable
When developers and REITs are defining the financial position of their multi-family investment opportunity, construction materials can be an afterthought in the overall planning process. And, when materials are factored into the equation, masonry construction is often overlooked. This due to the perception that concrete costs more and takes longer […]