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Ardex continues to grow. The German-based construction chemicals specialist is taking up a majority shareholding in wedi GmbH. Wedi is a leading manufacturer of system solutions for high-quality wet room solutions based in Emsdetten, Germany. This marks Ardex’s largest acquisition in the company’s history. The employees of both family-run companies […]
Man has decorated his home since cave-dwelling times. Using things such as clay, tree sap and dyes from berries, flowers and minerals, he turned his home into an art gallery. As time progressed, man moved from stone dwellings to mud and straw and lumber homes. Ultimately, he built homes out […]
Giatec is a world leader in concrete testing technologies. Recently, the company announced the release of the newest generation of their SmartHub remote monitoring device. SmartHub works in conjunction with Giatec’s award-winning SmartRock wireless sensors for accurate concrete temperature, temperature differential, and strength monitoring. With the SmartHub, you can collect […]
Construction employment in August remained below the levels reached before the pre-pandemic peak in February 2020 in 39 states. This is according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government employment data released recently. Association officials urged the House of Representatives to quickly pass the bipartisan […]
If asked, you can best describe cement as a “hydraulic adhesive.” It consists of nothing but special glue that binds sand and gravel together, forming a stone-like hard element. By itself, cement has very little use. However, when you blend in aggregates — such as sand and gravel — it […]
Husqvarna Group’s venture capital arm has recently invested 1 million euros to take an equity stake in Gamma Technologies. Gamma is the fifth investment for Husqvarna Group’s venture capital fund. The aim is to collaborate and help grow start-ups in areas of digital disruption that impact the Group’s industries. “Gamma […]
Dewalt announces the launch of the new 60V MAX* Brushless Cordless 7-in. FlexVolt Grinder with Kickback Brake (DCG440B) and 20V MAX* XR Brushless 3-In. Cut Off Tool (DCS438) at Fabtech 2021 Conference. These new product offerings provide professionals the tools they need to get the job done. 60V MAX* Brushless […]
According to a recent study by an ESOMAR-certified market research and consulting firm, the global resilient flooring market is forecast to rise at a steady 5.6% CAGR, in value terms, reaching US$ 10 billion by 2026. Long-term projections for the market appear even more lucrative, with an expected CAGR of […]
Makita U.S.A., Inc. is a leader in cordless power tool innovation. The company recently launched the 18V LXT Brushless 5” Dry/Wet Masonry Saw, Tool Only (XCC01Z). This powerful cordless saw is designed for demanding applications, such as cutting tile, masonry, concrete and more. The motor delivers 8,800 RPM. It has […]
Sherwin-Williams is announcing four exciting new color palettes for seamless, resinous flooring, reflecting the latest trends in commercial decor for healthcare, education and retail, as well as stadiums, arenas, showrooms and airports, among other decorative applications. These new color palettes contain an intriguing mixture of exuberant blues and reds. They […]
