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The ACI Foundation has announced the winners of its fellowship and scholarship program for students whose studies relate to the concrete industry. Winners for the 2010-2011 academic year are: Matthew Fournier, University of Minnesota-Duluth, ACI Elmer Baker Student Fellowship; K.V. Harish, Clemson University, BASF Construction Chemicals Student Fellowship; Christopher Shearer, […]
GG VO-Seal from GG Innovative Products is a low-VOC, environmentally safe waterborne acrylic clear sealer for all concrete and cementitious toppings. It is UV-protected, making it ideal for exterior applications as well as interior applications. GG VO-Seal is resistant to water, food spills, chemicals and greases. It is also antibacterial […]
The one universal truth about the polished concrete industry is that, sadly enough, there is no universal truth. We don’t agree about what defines polished concrete, what steps are important, or what is the best way to steer the industry.
In some cases, people were in fact looking to get a free application of sealer on their driveway, or a buff and wax on an interior floor within the warranty period of our work. However most were just interested in protecting the investment that they made, and wanted our help to ensure that the right products and procedures were in place.
Innotech Stain-Guard has been added to Innotech’s product line. Innotech Stain- Guard is a high-gloss protective coating for polished concrete. It’s made from a unique blend of specially selected micropolymer hybrids designed to form a durable highgloss microfinish on and in polished concrete. Innotech Stain-Guard develops rapid hardness, scratch, scuff […]
The American Concrete Institute has three new publications available: Advances in the Material Science of Concrete CD-ROM (SP-270); Report on the Foundations for Static Equipment (351.2R-10); and Guide to Design of Slabson- Ground (360R-10). ? (248) 848-3800 ? www.concrete.org
For an upscale hotel like the W in Miami Beach, elegance is anything but optional. This effect, using incredibly simple ingredients, provides a deliciously luxe look for the lobby.
H&C Concrete Coatings has released several new decorative concrete products. H&C Stampable Overlay is a stampable cementitious topping that can be used to resurface driveways, patios, pool areas, malls, theme parks, parking lots and other types of interior and exterior surfaces. H&C Liquid Release is a blend of evaporating, residue-free […]
Nawkaw Corp. has named Mike Honeyman sales manager of the Southwest territory. Honeyman has worked in many capacities for Nawkaw since 1996. He has been Nawkaw’s top crew chief and, most recently, operations manager for staining, cleaning, restoration and training. Honeyman’s experience includes a number of high-profile restoration projects. ? […]
The American Concrete Institute’s Fall 2010 Convention will take place Oct. 24-28, 2010, in Pittsburgh, Pa., at the Westin Convention Center Hotel & David L. Lawrence Convention Center. Held at the world’s first “green” convention center, “Green Concrete in the Steel City” is intended to expand attendees’ knowledge of concrete […]
