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American Concrete Institute Introduces New Guide for Shotcrete

The American Concrete Institute, through the work of ACI Committee 506, has released ACI PRC-506-22: Shotcrete—Guide. The newly introduced guide provides information on materials and properties of both dry-mix and wet-mix shotcrete and covers most facets of the shotcrete process including application procedures, equipment requirements, and responsibilities of the shotcrete […]

Holcim US Wins Innovative Project Award for Role in Boston University’s Most Sustainable Building

Sustainable building solutions leader, Holcim US, was named the winner of the Innovative Project Award by the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) during the 2023 Concrete Innovations Awards in Las Vegas. Holcim’s ECOPactTM low-carbon concrete helped the company take home the prize for its role in the climate-conscious development […]

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ACI Honors Outstanding Contributions to the Industry – 2023

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. The 2023 honorees include the induction of Honorary Members, ACI’s highest honor, which recognizes persons of eminence in the field of the Institute’s interest, […]

The IGGA Announces New Tip Sheet to Improve Bridge Deck Construction

The International Grooving & Grinding Association (IGGA) is a non-profit trade association that began in 1972. The group is an industry-leading technical resource in the development and marketing of optimized pavement surfaces and pavement preservation around the world. Recently, the IGGA announced the release of a tip sheet, “Tips for […]

Strobels Supply Inc. Releases “The Different Types of Floor Coatings”

Strobels Supply Inc. has announced the release of its latest resource “The Different Types of Floor Coatings.” This guide provides an in-depth look at different types of floor coatings including epoxy coatings, PVC coatings, and polyurethane coatings. “Flooring needs to have a suitable coating that keeps it protected for as […]

TACA Holds Capitol Day to Help Educate Texas Legislators on Issues Vital to Aggregates Industry

On Feb. 28, more than 40 members of the Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) visited with Texas legislators to discuss issues important to the aggregate, concrete and cement industries, including policy priorities and budget proposals before the 88th Texas State Legislature. “TACA’s Capitol Day is a great opportunity for […]