Gerner Kronick + Valcarcel, Architects PC, a New York-based architecture firm, has been presented with an Award of Merit from the Concrete Industry Board for TEN23, a luxury residential complex adjacent to New York City’s High Line Park. The recently completed project, developed by Equity Residential, is a striking 12-story […]
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Founder of Substrate Technology Inc. passes away
A note from polishing equipment manufacturer Substrate Technology Inc.: “On May 22, 2011, Substrate Technology Inc. lost its founder and friend William (Bill) Jones. Bill founded STI in 1995, which allowed him to further the concrete preparation and polishing industries through his hard work and innovations. He will be sorely […]
ACI announces student winners of Pervious Concrete Cylinder Competition
The American Concrete Institute has announced the winners of its 2011 Student Pervious Concrete Cylinder Competition. This competition is also sponsored by the Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems and the U.S. Green Building Council. In this competition, teams are challenged to apply sustainability concepts and use their knowledge of […]
Give plain concrete a makeover with GraniteFX
New from Seal-Krete, GraniteFX Decorative Concrete Coating provides a natural, stone-like finish to a multitude of concrete surfaces, including walkways, patios, porches and pool decks. GraniteFX Decorative Concrete Coating comes in a water-based, ready-to-use brush-and-roll formula that’s easy to apply and easy to clean up. First, apply the textured base […]
Resurfacer from Engrave-A-Crete
Engrave-A-Crete Inc. has added Mantello Resurfacer to its line of decorative concrete products. Available in white or gray, Mantello Resurfacer is an environmentally progressive product that bonds tightly to stable concrete to produce a flawless, extremely durable surface suitable for staining or engraving in a variety of patterns. Antimicrobial additives […]
Butterfield offers urethane texture roller for control joints
Butterfield Color’s new control-joint texture roller is designed for chasing out 1-inch control joints. The rollers are made of urethane to provide superior release from concrete compared to similar rollers made of cast aluminum. The larger size of the roller minimizes pattern repetition and delivers a cleaner and more consistent […]
Ceratech releases highly engineered cements for industrial applications
Ceratech has released a line of cements blended specifically for severe industrial and chemical processing environments. Both product lines resist extreme temperature and corrosive materials far better than conventional portland cement. Kemrock cement produces a highly corrosion-resistant structural concrete for exposure to severe chemicals. Firerok excels in high-temperature environments, withstanding […]
Making International Travel and Shipping Plans for Concrete Projects
While in the course of business these days, you will sometimes be asked to travel outside the United States to do decorative concrete work. The pitfalls are many, but the windfalls can be huge.
Delmhorst Instrument updates website
Delmhorst Instrument Co. has launched a newly redesigned website. The updated user interface allows for quick and easy navigation to information on the company’s full line of moisture meters and accessories. Other improvements include the addition of products not found on their previous site, an integrated search feature and links […]
Concrete Bar Top at Contemporary Restaurant
The District is a restaurant specializing in contemporary American cuisine. It is a venue that proudly supports local agriculture and sustainable, local fishing practices. It only made sense to include as one of its focal points a concrete countertop made from local natural resources to complement its overall ambiance.