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The ACI Foundation’s Concrete Innovation Council (CIC) will host its next Technology Forum on August 30- September 1, 2022, in St. Paul, MN. This is the first in-person forum in two years and will include four technology showcases, over ten different presentations, and a debate. The forum topics include Technology […]
The Pro Preferred Brand of Pneumatic Nailers, Metabo HPT today announced The TankTM 8-Gal portable 225 PSI High Capacity Trolley-Style Air Compressor (model EC1315S). With an industry leading 8-Gallon capacity and 225 PSI, this high-capacity portable compressor packs 38% more air and 40% more pressure* into a compact body that […]
Confast drop-in anchors are now available for suspending electrical cable trays, HVAC ductwork and fire sprinkler pipe, heads and more. Uses Drop-In anchors should only be used in solid concrete. Their main use is to insert threaded rod to suspend electrical cable trays, HVAC ductwork and fire sprinkler pipe and […]
General Equipment Company’s new M-Series surface grinders, which feature a convenient, versatile magnetic tooling system, are designed for use by both contractors and homeowners alike. These low-speed surface grinders are compatible with a wide range of industry-standard magnetic type attachments, including those in General’s MAGNETACH Tooling System or attachments utilizing […]
The flexible and reliable binder solution empowers the local precast manufacturers to produce a customized UHPC optimizing costs by leveraging on local available materials. Cementir Group launches today a new binder product for high-performance mortar and concrete applications in Europe, AALBORG INBIND™, which is a sustainable premixed white cementitious product, […]
As part of GCC’s commitment to net zero carbon emissions, GCC will fully convert the Minnesota market to portland limestone cement (PLC), a high-quality cement that lowers the carbon footprint of concrete. The transition will be complete in July 2022; the cement comes from GCC’s Rapid City, South Dakota, plant. […]
The Blue Moon Trilogy mural — painted in 1988 to honor those who battle and have battled AIDS — is clean, bright and more durable than ever. Credit in large goes to Scott Haskins, president of Fine Art Conservation Laboratories in Santa Barbara, California, and a varnish called VandlGuard IsoFree. […]
Makita U.S.A., Inc., manufacturer of high-quality professional tools, power equipment, and accessories, is introducing High Performance Gloves with seven different functional styles, from general purpose to extreme impact protection and more. Makita High Performance gloves combine comfort, fit, and dexterity with protection and durability features to meet the needs of […]
California general contractor Webcor has elevated Allison McCue to senior vice president (SVP) of Project Planning, overseeing the company’s estimating and preconstruction activities, along with design management, project support, Virtual Design Construction (VDC) planning, and contract compliance. She fills the position vacated by Jitendra “Jit” Pahilajani when he was promoted […]
The National Precast Concrete Association once again is offering a series of free webinars designed specifically for engineers, department of transportation personnel and others who specify construction projects. The series consists of four webinars led by industry professionals, with each edition starting at noon ET. Participants can earn professional development […]
