David R. Arnold of L.M. Scofield Co. passed away Dec. 18, 2007, at the age of 84. The former chairman of L.M Scofield, Arnold was the driving force behind Scofield’s growth for almost four decades, according to a statement released by the company. “Far beyond Scofield, his pioneering vision and […]

In an attempt to educate workers and prevent silicosis, the Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration have developed and released a fact sheet entitled “Reducing Silica Exposure Fact Sheet.” The new Alliance Best Practice on silica outlines the best practice for employers and employees […]

Ward R. Malisch, senior managing director of the American Concrete Institute, will be awarded the 2008 Richard D. Gaynor Award, presented by the National Ready-Mixed Concrete Association. The award, which will be presented to Malisch during the NRMCA convention in March, is given annually by the group’s Research, Engineering and […]

The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of several new publications and CD-ROMs. 440R-07: Report on Fiber-reinforced Polymer Reinforcement for Concrete Structures — In addition to the material properties of constituent materials (that is, resins and fibers) and products, this document offers up-to-date knowledge of fiber-reinforced polymer applications, such as […]

The U.S. Green Building Council, with support from planned-community developer Newland Communities, has launched Greenhomeguide.org, a new Web site that will give homeowners, home buyers, renters, landlords and others the tools they need to ensure their homes are as healthy and environmentally friendly as possible. The Green Home Guide details […]

ProSpec, Bonsal American Inc.’s brand of commercial construction products, has released an electronic version of its architectural products binder. The CD contains product catalogs, technical data sheets and material safety data sheets covering ProSpec’s three major product lines: Concrete Repair & Restoration, Floor Repair & Rehabilitation, and Tile & Stone […]

Orbit Radiant Heating has upgraded its entire line of snow and ice-melting systems that feature Nexans electric heating cables. The upgrade adds an optional remote control panel for operating the system’s controls from inside a home or building. About the same size as a standard light switch, the new remote […]

DeWalt is launching a new line of industrial-grade, two-cutter Rock Carbide SDS Plus drill bits, as well as a new line of four-cutter SDS Plus drill bits. Available in February 2008, the new Rock Carbide SDS Plus accessories will provide increased durability, bit life and speed for a variety of […]

The new Monster Box Series from Knaack LLC features the Piano Box (Model 1000), Chest (Model 1010), and Cabinet (Model 1020), all durable and secure storage options for job sites. The Monster Box features heavyduty tubular steel framing, a four-point crane lift system, integrated drillresistant lock, and a weatherproof Power […]

Racatac Products Inc. has now made both of its Racatac models available with chest support. The units will now be available as Model 01RACCS (with 2-inch casters and chest support) and Model 01RAC3CS (with 3- inch casters and chest support). The chest support included with each model is fully adjustable […]