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Laticrete Launches the First Pumpable Underlayment

Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has introduced SuperCap SC650-MC, a fine-sanded, pumpable and pourable, low alkali cement-based, premium self-leveling topping that is suitable as a high-strength wear surface or underlayment. SC650-MC is the first high-volume self-leveling underlayment of its kind that flattens floors all while producing durable and low maintenance finished wear surfaces for an all-in-one solution.

Ultrabond ECO 907: Fast-Curing Adhesive for Wood Subfloors and More

Mapei introduces Ultrabond ECO 907 fast-curing, 100%-solids, silane-modified polymer, gun-grade adhesive designed for basic wood subfloor construction. “This moisture-curing product is also great for repairing wood flooring, installing wood molding and baseboards, bonding wood stair nosings, and attaching tackstrips to concrete subfloors,” said Jeff Johnson, Mapei’s Business Marketing Manager for Floor Covering Installation Systems.

ACI Foundation is Now Accepting Fellowship and Scholarship Applications

The ACI Foundation announces that applications are now being accepted from graduate and undergraduate students for its 2020-2021 fellowships and scholarships. A recent addition to the available fellowships is the ACI Middle Eastern Fellowship—specifically for graduate students studying in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Application details for all fellowships and scholarships are available at acifoundation.org/scholarships.

Eliminate Damage to Wedge Anchors During Installation

Damaging the threads on a wedge anchor during installation is a common cause of escalating costs and diminishing longevity of applications. Care must be taken not to damage the threads during installation. Awareness of several basic practices will result in protecting the wedge anchor threads, which will increase cost effectiveness on the job site.

Synthetic Latex Polymers Markets Will See Changes in China, India, and North America, According to Kline

Despite China’s economic slowdown, consumption of synthetic latex polymers in the country is expected to exceed that of North America by 2023. Meanwhile, India only holds a 5.2% share of global consumption in 2018, but it is the fastest-growing market for SLP globally, finds a just-released report covering the SLP markets of China, India, and North America. To learn key insights, register for an upcoming webinar.