W. R. Meadows offers a new "Detailing Air Barriers" course via the AEC Daily website that not only help teach aspects of different elements including (but not limited to) building envelope, waterproofing and concrete restoration, but also count towards AIA credit.
Decorative Concrete Press Releases
All the latest decorative concrete press releases. Includes information on new product releases for decorative concrete contractors. Plus, openings and closings, mergers and partnerships. Additionally, press releases include industry trends, new standards, conferences and other news of interest to the decorative concrete industry.
Concrete Decor is the industry’s go-to source, so be sure to look here for all the breaking news and trends in the decorative concrete industry.
American Concrete Institute announces winners of inaugural Excellence In Concrete Construction Awards
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced the winners of the 2015 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, who were honored during the ACI Awards Gala at the Concrete Convention & Exposition, November 9, 2015 in Denver, Colorado.
American Concrete Institute honors outstanding contributions and service to the industry in Denver
On Sunday, Nov. 8, 2015, the American Concrete Institute presented six awards and delivered the next presentation of the Katharine and Bryant Mather Commemorative Lecture Series during The Concrete Convention and Exposition.
Hilti’s new Green rotating laser PR 3-HVSG
The new Hilti Green rotating laser PR 3-HVSG provides up to four times better visibility and a finer, more accurate line compared to a conventional red beam, ensuring better range of vision over longer distances.
Dur-A-Flex releases new Earthstone vinyl chip blends
Dur-A-Flex Inc., a leading manufacturer of commercial, industrial and institutional seamless, resinous floor systems, has released a new line of decorative vinyl chips to be used with its flooring systems.
Green Seal launches expanded standard for paints, coatings, stains and finishes
Green Seal, the nation’s first independent non-profit certifier of sustainable products and services, has introduced a revised version of its GS-11 Standard that is expanded to cover most types of architectural coatings on the market today.
Graco acquires Machine Technologies
Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) is a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment. Recently, the company announced that it has acquired Machine Technologies LLC. Machine Technologies is a Texas-based manufacturer of both mortar pumps and continuous mixers. After Graco acquires Machine Technologies, Machine Technoligies’ products will then become part of the product […]
Proposed ASTM test method will measure texture of concrete surfaces
A proposed new ASTM International standard will help minimize confusion in quantifying the texture value of a concrete surface. The standard — WK49335, Test Method for Concrete Micro Surface Texture — will be used to determine the smoothness/roughness of concrete surfaces as measured by a contact stylus instrument called a profilometer.
Concrete Surfaces announces winners of fifth annual Polished Concrete Awards
Concrete Surfaces magazine announced the winners of its fifth annual Polished Concrete Awards.
Tampa contractors learn application techniques of bio-based, environmentally-friendly sealer
Black Diamond Coatings, a national producer of bio-based, environmentally-friendly sealers, hosted another BDC PRO certification program in Brooksville, Florida, at Flagstone Pavers. The BDC PRO certification program is an instructional class developed to teach professional contractors the benefits and proper application methods of Black Diamond Coatings products, which includes low VOC, water-based sealers.







