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Ultra Durable Technologies (UDT) has entered into a strategic agreement with United Surface Preparation (USP) that makes USP an authorized distributor of its innovative concrete coatings. United Surface Preparation is a leading specialty industrial distributor with a national reach. Headquartered in Anoka, Minn., with a second location in Tampa, Fla., […]
In 2013, I introduced nine categories of polished concrete treatments at the Concrete Decor Show. Since then, some have ignored these nine categories of chemical treatments, while others have used them as game-changers. Today, commonly used treatments consist of densifiers/hardeners, grout and joint-fillers, and stain protection guards. In addition to […]
When asked what he likes most about McKinnon Materials’ Aurora metallics, the answer came quickly to Advanced Epoxy’s Ryan Stowell. “It’s elegance,” says the Wichita, Kansas, company owner. “The final look is at the top of the line with any flooring choice.” Stowell has used the metallic epoxy dust floor […]
Congratulations to Triton Flooring on winning first place in Versatile’s photo contest for the month of May 2021. Versatile photo contest winner, Triton Flooring, was looking for a unique high-end floor and Versatile was able to help deliver. The final result was a custom basecoat, custom flake, and a high-gloss […]
When I’m wearing my teaching/training hat, I’m known to say, “when you go back for rework, you just forfeited your profit.” But recently, an owner required one of my polisher/clients to do some rework on a polishing job. Consequently, during our conversation, I saw another angle. I had thought of […]
Honda Engines is expanding its future of electrics at the 2021 World of Concrete trade show. The company is launching the Honda eGX, an advanced electrified power unit. It is the company’s first battery-powered motor designed to be incorporated into OEM power equipment products for indoor and outdoor use. Honda […]
Whether you use a rotary (left) or a planetary (right) grinder to get the job done largely relies on personal preference. Both types of machines can handle light and heavy-duty grinding jobs of any size. Photos courtesy of Zanchettin Brothers Terrazzo & Tile Co. (left) and Superabrasive (right). Jobs always […]
Achieve comprehensive protection against the elements with the new APOC Weather Armor air and weather barriers, available in a variety of formulations suitable for a range of above-grade wall applications. Weather Armor air and weather barriers are liquid-applied, one-component solutions that protect against unwanted or uncontrolled air and moisture in […]
Discover why ICP Building Solutions Group (BSG) is the foremost supplier of specialized products for today’s concrete professional at this year’s World of Concrete in Las Vegas, June 8-10, 2021. Be sure to stop by booth N2562 in the North Hall and our outdoor demonstration site D636 in the Diamond […]
The concrete world that surrounds us owes its shape and durability to chemical reactions that start when ordinary Portland cement is mixed with water. Now, MIT scientists have demonstrated a way to watch these reactions under real-world conditions. This advance of visualizing cement hydration on a molecular level may help […]
