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From reducing air pollution to using renewable energy as a power source, U.S. homeowners have an overwhelming desire for more information, more choices, and more action across the industry for eco-friendly construction materials and practices, according to the 2021 3M Home Renovation Study. “Many homeowners are now inspired to choose […]
Cemstone Northfield plant is the Central Region winner in the 2021 National Ready Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA) Commitment to Environmental Excellence Awards competition. Through this awards competition, the NRMCA’s Safety, Environment, and Operations committee salutes companies that have not only met, but surpassed governmental compliance measures and demonstrated a commitment […]
The global market for epoxy hardeners are poised to surge at a CAGR of 6.05% from 2021 to 2031, according to a newly published market intelligence report. As per the study, the industry is likely to touch US$ 6.3 Bn by the end of the aforementioned forecast period. Dynamic trends […]
Yanmar Compact Equipment is a leading global player in the industrial machinery industry. Recently the company revealed its new brand tagline: “Together We Build.” The launch of this new tagline is the culmination of extensive global research. It has also come with extensive consultation with staff, dealer partners and customers. […]
The National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) and its members are hosting Precast Days 2021 at facilities across the United States. The NPCA invites students, contractors, specifiers, job-seekers, media and community members at large to visit local plants to learn more about the industry. Here, they can also experience up-close how […]
PTI is now offering the following six nationally recognized PTI Training and Certification programs in a city near you. Level 1 Unbonded PT Installation* This 2-day workshop outlines the basic body of knowledge that should be possessed by all personnel involved in the installation and inspection of single strand unbonded […]
The Confast Sammys Anchor is designed for anchoring into concrete using Sammys nut driver. This anchor saves time from traditional methods and reduces installation costs. Product Specifications SUBSTRATE Concrete DRIVE: Sammys #14 (Black) Nut Driver (8113910) ROD SIZE: 3/8″-16 MOUNT STYLE: Vertical SUBSTRATE FASTENER SIZE: 5/16″ x 1-3/4″ LENGTH 1.75 […]
Lafarge is a member of the Holcim Group. Recently, the company chose to upgrade to the latest version of Inform’s transport optimization software for the building materials industry. They will use the software to optimize the dispatch of their truck fleet in the aggregates business. The aggregates business of Lafarge […]
The Decorative Concrete Council (DCC) is a specialty council of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) our of St. Louis, Mo. Recently, the group announced the winners of its 13th annual Decorative Concrete Awards competition. The winners are listed here and were also recognized at ASCC’s Annual Conference, September […]
The Safety and Risk Management Council (SRMC) of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, is pleased to announce that D. Thomas Ruttura, owner, Ruttura & Sons Construction Co., Inc., West Babylon, NY, received the ASCC Member Owner/Executive Safety Award for 2021, presented September 23, 2021 at the […]
