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In conjunction with Hanley Wood, Covestro announces the launch of a free continuing education opportunity. The course, titled “Exploring High-Performance Protective Coatings for Steel in Architectural Applications,” is available now. Continuing education by Covestro is a hallmark of the company and gives participants the chance to learn from an industry […]
After discovering adhesive, stop for a moment to wisely plan your next steps. Figuring out if the adhesive is hard and not tacky — or somewhat soft and a bit sticky — is crucial! It is imperative to determine this before removing adhesive from concrete. As soon as you discover […]
For founder and local Twin Cities resident, Matthew Hage, concrete isn’t just business, it’s a skill and craft his family has honed over generations. Today, Hage is the proud owner of “The Concrete Guy”, a leading custom concrete floor and concrete repair business serving the greater Twin City community. It’s […]
Asite joins the Construction Industry Institute (CII) based out of the University of Texas in Austin. The CII is a consortium consisting of over 140 leading owner, engineering-contractor and supplier firms. These firms are from both the public and private sectors. They come together to enhance the business effectiveness and […]
Aquajet, a global leader in Hydrodemolition robot manufacturing, offers its new Extension Kit system. This system is for improved reach and versatility in a variety of concrete removal and surface preparation applications. These applications range from bridge deck, berth and pier work to dams, tunnels and wastewater plants. The kit […]
The Euclid Chemical Company, a leading manufacturer of products for the concrete and masonry construction industry, launches new solvent-free epoxy coatings. These products are an addition to the company’s line of epoxy-based products. The new Dural Aquatight 100 Plus and Dural 50 LM FS are a response to the needs […]
On January 1, 2021, Cementir will begin distributing the cement of the future, named Futurecem. Futurecem has a carbon footprint that is up to 30 percent lower compared to regular cement. As one of the biggest innovations in the construction industry over the last decades, the launch of the patented […]
Featuring architectural concrete of utmost quality, three pavilions exquisitely extend the presence of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Aptly called The Reach, the inviting trio in Washington, D.C., consists of the Welcome, Skylight and River pavilions. “The buildings are strikingly white,” says Yvonne Nelson, then the formwork manager […]
Seagrave Coatings Corporation, the noted manufacturer of coatings for aerospace, industrial and furniture products, has invented Plextone Liquid Chips. Plextone Liquid Chips are a revolutionary game-changer that is vastly superior to traditional vinyl chips. The genesis of the of this system occurred when Seagrave Coatings Corporation became aware that the […]
The Portland Cement Association (PCA) recently announced the winners of the 2020 John P. Gleason, Jr., Leadership Awards, honoring PCA members who have exhibited leadership in advancing both industry programs and initiatives. The awards are named after John “Jay” Gleason who served as PCA president from 1986 until his retirement […]
