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Today’s Concrete Overlays are Durable and Good Looking

A baker knows when there’s a disaster in the kitchen. However, sometimes a little bit of icing can go a long way toward redemption. Concrete contractors have a similar option with overlays and an unsightly slab: The overlaid section not only looks better, but the chemistry behind today’s concrete overlays […]

Brokk, the world’s leading manufacturer of remote-controlled demolition machines, has launched three new darda concrete crusher models

Brokk Offers Three Darda Concrete Crushers for Reinforced Concrete Applications

Brokk, the world’s leading manufacturer of remote-controlled demolition machines, has launched three new darda concrete crusher models —the CC440, CC480 and CC580 The attachments, manufactured by Brokk’s German sister company, Darda, offer contractors a high-performance tool for Brokk’s Next Generation SmartPower series, increasing operator safety and productivity on a variety […]

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World’s First Precast Products Manufactured with CO2-Cured Solidia Concrete by EP Henry

EP Henry is a leading manufacturer of unit concrete products in North America. In collaboration with Solidia Technologies the company introduced the world’s first products made with low-carbon Solidia Concrete. Solidia Technologies is a cement and concrete technology start-up. Using LafargeHolcim’s Solidia Cement as its base, which requires lower temperatures […]

Concrete chess table in a swimming pool

Concrete Chess Table Stars in Backyard Spa Remodel

Transforming tired and dated backyard retreats into personal and welcoming family havens just so happens to be Scott Cohen’s specialty. This specialty shows itself in a recent project featuring a concrete chess table. “Decorative concrete continues to be a growing trend in our high-end swimming pool and outdoor kitchen designs,” […]

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Yanmar Completes Acquisition of North American Loader Manufacturer ASV Holdings

Yanmar Group today announced the completion of its acquisition of compact equipment manufacturer ASV Holdings Inc., a designer and manufacturer of renowned compact tracked loaders (“CTLs”) and skid-steer loaders. The announcement is the final step in the acquisition, following on from the June disclosure of a definitive agreement to acquire the company through the mechanism of a statutory merger.

Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute Develops Stainless Steel Fabrication Certification Program

The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) introduces the Stainless Steel Fabrication Certification Program. This is the latest addition to the CRSI certification programs. Originating in May of 2017, this initiative is a voluntary industry-sponsored program. The purpose of it is improving plant operations for the quality fabrication of stainless steel […]