World of Concrete, the industry’s only annual international event dedicated to the commercial concrete and masonry construction industries, revealed Work Truck Live!, an all-new experiential initiative designed to showcase the innovations in a contractor’s most important asset, trucks. Set to debut at the January 17-19, 2023, event held at the […]
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NEx and ExxonMobil to Collaborate on Advancing Nonmetallic Building Materials
NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials is eager to announce ExxonMobil Upstream Integrated Solutions Company and ExxonMobil Chemical Company – a division of ExxonMobil Corporation (hereinafter ExxonMobil) as a Gold Supporting Member. ACI and ExxonMobil organizations will work together to help drive NEx’s mission to collaborate […]
Topcon and racing’s James Roe Jr. make European motorsports debut in Italian GT Endurance Racing
The Topcon Positioning Group partnership with racecar driver James Roe Jr. has grown to now include European racing, with the recent selection of Roe as a team driver in the prestigious Italian GT Endurance Championship. Solidly climbing the ranks in the IndyLights USA racing circuit, he will compete in the […]
DHS S&T Awards Funds to Kansas City Startup Developing Wearable Tech
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) announced a Phase 1 Other Transaction award of $161,600 to Kenzen, Inc., a Kansas City, Missouri, based company to develop wearable technology that helps prevent heat-related injuries for DHS personnel who work in extreme weather conditions. Under its Human […]
APB Survey Indicates Positive Outlook for Homebuilder Market Despite Possible Recession
The Association of Professional Builders (APB), a leading business coaching service for custom home builders, with members in the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, today provided additional insights on the homebuilder market in light of a possible recession that U.S. economists are predicting. While construction material costs, labor […]
Western Specialty Contractors & Sika to Co-Host FREE Webinar
Most sports stadiums and arenas in the United States are made up of reinforced and precast concrete with steel seating supports and railings. Unfortunately, an even more universal characteristic is their openness and vulnerability to the elements — in addition to the wear and tear they receive from fans. All […]
Brass Knuckle Knee Pads for Heavy- and Light-duty Work
When jobs literally bring workers to their knees, appropriate knee pads are critical. It’s about a lot more than comfort, too. It’s about protecting against musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and extending careers. Jobs that rely on kneeling to perform tasks – think construction, roofing, masonry, and others – can put workers […]
Sustainable Farm & Spa Oasis South of Nashville Uses Penetron for Enhanced Durability
The Southall Farm complex, an authentic working farm with an inn, restaurant, and spa just outside of Nashville, TN, welcomed its first guests in July 2022. PENETRON ADMIX SB, a crystalline waterproofing admixture, was specified to protect the Farm’s below-grade concrete structures from high groundwater levels. Southall Farms is located […]
ASV Introduces New Yanmar-Powered RT-50 Featuring More Power and Comfort
ASV Holdings Inc., an industry-leading manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, introduces a new generation of the company’s RT-50 Posi-Track® loader, now powered by a Yanmar engine. The new machine boasts an impressive-for-its-size 53.8 horsepower, up a full 8% from the previous model. The repowered […]
Holcim US Becomes Founding Member of Blue Sky Maritime Coalition, Takes Net Zero Mission to Sea
Holcim US announced its designation as a founding member of the Blue Sky Maritime Coalition as it advances its mission to build a net zero future. As a founding member of the Coalition, Holcim unites with other industry stakeholders to seek ways to achieve zero-carbon emissions through various work streams, […]