Dr. Klaus-Alexander Rieder and Dr. Kumar Ranganathan of Grace Construction Products are the recipients of the 2014 W.R. Grace Award for Technical Excellence (GATE) for their development of STRUX, a series of novel synthetic macro fibers for reinforcing concrete.
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New look unveiled for Concrete Decor Show logo
Now in its sixth year, the Concrete Decor Show has grown along with the decorative concrete industry. The show’s new look reflects the significant evolution of the annual event from its humble beginnings and updates the brand and company identity.
Penetron helps turn garbage into power in Sweden
Penetron technology was used to ensure a completely waterproofed below-grade foundation for the Filbornaverket facility, a modern waste-fired “Combined Heat & Power” (CHP) plant in Helsingborg, Sweden. The plant is now fully online.
From the Publisher’s Desk Feb/March 2015
Each new edition of Concrete Decor provides invaluable insights and perspective from our industry columnists. The magazine also contains focuses on projects that constantly aim to unlock the best practices for turning ordinary concrete into finishes that challenge traditional building and finishing methods.
Field Recon App Makes Quick Work of Jobsite Data
Is your business losing money by employees not documenting the work they are doing? Here is an app that can help.
Creating the Look of Stones with Concrete on a Residential Pool Deck
Last year, a homeowner in Augusta, New Jersey, went into a masons’ supply store looking for a fix for his pool deck. The pavers installed 15 years ago had settled. The deck wasn’t draining properly, and his homeowner’s insurance company had identified the paver portion of the pool deck as a hazard.
Epic Concrete Derby Cars
50 concrete-minded attendees gathered for a healthy dose of fun and some hands-on creating so they could learn about materials and techniques to improve their style and technical skill.
Buddy Rhodes announces Crete Mold as new dealer
Buddy Rhodes Concrete Products has announced that it now has a new dealer in Hartland, Wisconsin. Crete Molds carries the complete Buddy Rhodes line of products and also has a large selection of molds to choose from.
Presenting Pecora-Deck 800FC, fast-curing, low-VOC, low-odor, field tintable deck coating
Pecora has expanded its Pecora-Deck product line to include 800 FC. This versatile system is seamless. It is a two-component, fluid-applied, elastomeric, polyurethane multi-coat deck coating system.
Michelman acquires long-time Indian sales partner Supack International
Michelman has acquired its long-time sales and service partner, Supack International P/L, making it an integral part of Michelman India.