Many often use compressive strength — the ability of a material to withstand compression or pushing it together — to determine mortar and concrete’s quality. This makes sense for floors and overlayments as the primary forces applied to them are downward, compressive loads from traffic, equipment or anything affected by […]
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Concrete Decor Virtual Magazine Gets a New Look
If you’re a Concrete Decor Virtual Magazine subscriber, you’ll receive an entirely new online version of the magazine this month. We’re really pumped about the new online magazine because it creates an improved reader experience, one that complements the printed version. In fact, in some ways, it’s even better! The […]
Dur-A-Flex Expands Operations, Relocates Distribution Center in Illinois
Dur-A-Flex, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of commercial, industrial and institutional resinous floor and wall systems. One once again, the company is expanding its operations. This time in the Midwest, relocating from their current facility in Bensenville to a 15,000 square-foot facility in Roselle, Ill. The facility officially opened for […]
Giorgio Squinzi, Mapei Group’s President, Passes Away
It is with great sadness that the Mapei Group announces the passing of its President, Giorgio Squinzi. Giorgio died in Milan on the evening of October 2, 2019. A history Giogio was born in 1943. He earned a degree in industrial chemistry. He is a second-generation businessman. Additionally, he became […]
Powers DeWalt Steel Drop-In Anchor is Available from Confast
“The Powers DeWalt Steel Drop-In Anchor is now available in an all-steel, machine bolt anchor manufactured from 316 stainless steel,” announced Bob Carlisle, founder and president of Concrete Fastening Systems, Incorporated, located in Cleveland, Ohio.
Bosch X-LOCK Interface Makes Simpler Grinder Wheel Changes a Snap
Known as the leader in developing professional power tools systems, Bosch is making yet another ground-breaking technology available today with the official release of its X-LOCK interface for angle grinders. X-LOCK sets the bar high for industry standards by making accessory changes simpler and more cost effective than ever before.
Trey Hamilton Joins ACI Staff
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce that Trey Hamilton joined the staff as Senior Engineer on October 1, 2019.
Coating Binders Sales Gain Momentum
The demand in the coating binders market was expected to surpass 36,000’000 tons by the end of 2018. The manufacturers in the coating binders market are shifting their focus from solvent-based coatings to water-based coatings. Stringent regulations by the governments across various countries with an aim to minimize VOC emission is resulting in the use of water-based coatings.
LeatherCraft Manufacturing LLC Acquired by Hultafors Group
Hultafors Group of Goteborg, Sweden announced the acquisition of Custom LeatherCraft Manufacturing LLC, (“CLC”) of South Gate, California.
ACI Concrete Conference on Materials and Design to be Held in Amman, Jordan
Under the patronage of HRH Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan, President of the Royal Scientific Society, the American Concrete Institute (ACI), and Jordan Concrete Association, in collaboration with the Royal Scientific Society and Jordan Engineers Association, announce the ACI Concrete Conference on Materials & Design to be held 17-18 November, 2019, in Amman, Jordan.