The American Concrete Institute announces the availability of four new publications: 440.1R-06: Guide for the Design and Construction of Structural Concrete Reinforced with FRP Bars — This guide offers general information on the history and use of FRP reinforcement, a description of the unique material properties of FRP, and guidelines […]

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) was a co-sponsor for the 2006 National Concrete Canoe Competition, held this year in June in Stillwater, Okla. ACI joined founding sponsor Degussa Admixtures Inc. and co-sponsors Baker Concrete Construction, CEMEX, Pennoni Associates, ICS Penetron International, Bentley Systems Incorporated, U.S. Silica Company, and Propex Concrete […]

Mold Release Coating 6310, from Huron Technologies Inc. of Leslie, Mich., is more environmentally friendly than release agents such as diesel fuel or fuel oil. The new release coating can be used on all molded concrete products and is biodegradable, solvent free, and non-silicone. Release Coating 6310 is designed for […]

The new Hum-B floor grinder by CDCLarue Industries can grind, polish, scrape, sand, or scrub, and can be fitted with more than 18 unique attachments to prepare, enhance, restore, clean, or repair new or existing floors. The Hum-B stays level using a revolutionary three-head counter rotation planetary head movement. The […]

Brickform’s new enCounter offers virtually unlimited color and design combinations. The system of products includes specially formulated mixes, finishes, coloring agents and forms that allow for the creation of countertops anywhere in the home. enCounter Mix is formulated for less shrinkage and curling. A special blend of aggregates and cement […]

Zinsser introduces WaterTite-LV Waterproofing/Concrete Masonry Paint, a low-VOC latex-based waterproofing paint for interior and exterior concrete block, cast concrete, stucco and other masonry. The paint combines a waterproofing resin with microspheres to form an impermeable barrier that stops 12 pounds of hydrostatic pressure, making it great for basement walls and […]

Mi-T-M Corp. is now manufacturing two air compressor/generator units available in portable and skid/truck mount models that increase productivity by condensing two vital pieces of equipment into one machine. Features include: 6.5- or 13.0-horsepower Honda OHV engine; industrial 1,800 or 3,500-watt generator; quality single-stage or two-stage compressor; durable stainless-steel braided […]

Ardex Engineered Cements has again teamed up with Wagner Electronics to tackle excessive moisture vapor emissions in new and existing concrete slabs. Wagner Electronics’ Rapid RH is an allin- one probe that combines a moisture sensor, power supply and display into a single, low-cost device that is inserted directly into […]

Even after the new phase of the South Coast Air Quality Management District’s Rule 1113 goes into effect on July 1, Versatile Building Products will meet the VOC requirements in rollable coatings for industrial, retail, and residential floors. The new SCAQMD maximum VOC for industrial coatings is 100 grams of […]

The new Blastrac BMG 435 grinder and polisher is a three-headed planetary machine designed for multi-purpose use on concrete, terrazzo, natural stone and wood surfaces. On concrete, the BMG 435 cleans and prepares the surface, levels uneven areas, removes coatings, cleans glues and mastics, and polishes. On terrazzo and natural […]