The Concrete Polishing Association of America (CPAA) has announced a new president. Chad Gill, president of Concreate Inc., in Midlothian, Virginia, was elected by the CPAA board of directors at the annual board meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada, before the 2014 World of Concrete show. Through Concreate, Gill has been […]
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A complete air, vapor and water barrier system
Pecora has introduced the XL-Perm Air, Vapor, and Water Barrier System, consisting of fully engineered and compatible products that work in tandem to provide complete protection for your building envelope. The four-step solution assures continuity of weatherproofing barrier systems. First, Pecora XL-Flash STPU Fast Curing Liquid Flashing and Joint Filler […]
July 2014 Transitions
Vexcon Chemicals has appointed John Breska as regional sales manager for the New England, New York and select Canadian markets. Vexcon Chemicals is a subsidiary of Polysat Inc., a global specialty chemical company that produces products that help build, restore, improve and maintain concrete and masonry structures. Super-Krete International Inc. […]
What’s The Best Way to Strip Sealers from Stamped Concrete?
Question: How do I strip sealer from my stamped concrete patio? The installer used color hardener. Will I lose the color off the top when I strip?
Epoxy Floor in a San Diego Kitchen Wows Architect
This wild floor design should tame the outdated notion that epoxies are only for airplane hangers and garage floors.
PCA: U.S. cement consumption increasing
Although recent economic indicators point to a tempering of the U.S. economy, the Portland Cement Association is maintaining its forecast for steady growth in construction and cement consumption during the next five years. A recent PCA forecast indicates a 7.9 percent increase in cement consumption for 2014, almost double from […]
How to Use Samples, Mock-ups and Models to Your Best Advantage
Samples, mock-ups and models take the guesswork out of decorative concrete finishes and offer a sense of security for the owner, designer and contractor. They quickly get everyone on the same page before crews permanently place any concrete on the site.
Patterned Concrete Industries Ltd. re-enters U.S. market
Patterned Concrete Industries Ltd. is under new leadership and is dedicated to building consumer confidence in stamped concrete. The company is expanding American operations by offering licensing opportunities to qualified contractors. The Canadian-based company provides trademarked tools, comprehensive training, a business and technical support network, and brand recognition. Licensed contractors […]
Art Professor Devises Original Arkansas Razorback Design on Concrete
Steven Ochs, who holds a master’s of fine art degree and is a professor of art and chair of the department of art and design at Southern Arkansas University, shared these photos of his latest project.
Elite Crete Systems marks major sales milestone in April
Elite Crete Systems, a leading provider of engineered high-performance surfaces and flooring, has marked April 2014 as the company’s most successful month in its 22-year history. While two of the company’s product lines are chiefly responsible for the month’s record sales, Elite Crete remains dedicated to bringing other product lines […]
