Leonard Hawk, 91, one of the founders and the first president of the American Rental Association (ARA), died May 6, 2015, in Moline, Illinois.
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Mapei receives ICC certification for MapeWrap system
The International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES), a subsidiary of the ICC, has certified that Mapei’s MapeWrap fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) system for structural strengthening of concrete meets building code requirements.
ACO Drain provides effective drainage solution for Boston Marathon Officer’s Collier Memorial at MIT
The memorial sculpture for Officer Sean Collier was unveiled Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts, to honor the MIT police officer killed in the line of duty by the Boston Marathon bombers in 2013.
Bosch expands affordable laser measuring options
Bosch has expanded its laser measure line with the introduction of the GLM 30, GLM 35 and GLM 40. The GLMs 30, 35 and 40 offer users the accuracy and affordability of the pocket-size GLM 15, but with greater functionality and range for users looking for the next step up in laser measuring.
Atlas Copco’s innovative LT6005 rammer wins Grand Award of Design
The Association of Swedish Engineering Industries awarded Atlas Copco Construction Tools with the prestigious Grand Award of Design for its upgraded LT6005 Rammer.
CIM’s Bruce Newbrough Memorial Scholarship announced
FCICA, the Flooring Contractors Association, in cooperation with Ardex Americas and Nora Systems Inc., have announced the Bruce Newbrough Memorial Scholarship for the Certified Installation Manager (CIM) program.
Gardco introduces the new Xtra-Value II Electronic Micrometer
Gardco has introduced the new Fowler Xtra-Value II Electronic Micrometer. The new device has a choice of measuring range and an LCD with an inch/metric switchable resolution. The meter is designed for general purpose measuring.
Penetron supports Miami’s Hurricane Simulator
The massive Indoor Hurricane Simulator at the University of Miami’s Marine Science Center is now up and running, kicking up a storm in tropical weather research. This giant aquarium recreates 150-mph wind conditions and is built on Penetron concrete technology to ensure a durable and waterproof structure.
Concrete Countertop Overlays are Finding Favor with Homeowners
Decorative concrete has become increasingly popular with every passing year, and has evolved from primarily flooring products to use in walls, showers and countertops. Because of the increased popularity in decorative concrete, the used of overlays has grown as well and they have a lot of advantages.
Atlas Copco USA raises nearly $31,000 for water charity
Atlas Copco USA raised nearly $31,000 in individual and company-matched contributions for its employee-led Water for All charity organization. The company raised the funds during a three-day, annual sales conference, and more than doubled the amount of new employee contributors.
