The event was hosted by Poulsbo, Wash., construction accessory supplier Hardware Wholesale at the Silver Spur Riding Club. The show involved 13 artisans, more than $15,000 in donated materials, 450 man-hours put into the actual concrete work, $6,200 in prizes and close to 300 visitors.
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Propane-powered machines from Aztec
Aztec Products Inc. has announced the UltraEdge and UltraVac, two new propane- powered machines for concrete floor polishing projects.
Ryan Miller promoted to Coatings Division Manager of Seymour Midwest
Seymour Midwest is pleased to announce the promotion of Ryan Miller to the newly created role of Coatings Division Manager.
Finding a new formula for concrete
Researchers at MIT are seeking to redesign concrete — the most widely used human-made material in the world — by following nature’s blueprints.
ACI launches repair code portal
The American Concrete Institute has posted the new ACI 562-16: code requirements for evaluation, repair and rehabilitation of concrete buildings and commentary.
Painter’s Comb improved design speeds up brush cleaning
Wooster brushes are made to last, but heavy paint buildup shortens their lifespans. With the improved Painter’s Comb, professionals and consumers can thoroughly care for and maximize performance of their favorite Wooster paintbrushes.
Ardex, Powerhold enter partnership
Ardex Americas and Powerhold recently signed a product manufacturing agreement for powders and adhesives available through the Powerhold distribution network
NAWIC installs 2016-2017 board
The National Association of Women in Construction installed Connie Leipard, CIT, as its 62nd national president during its annual meeting and education conference in San Antonio, Texas, in August.
ASCC bestows new safety award
Keith Wayne, president/CEO of Wayne Brothers Inc. in Davidson, North Carolina, was honored by the Safety and Risk Management Council of the American Society of Concrete Contractors with its ASCC Member Owner Safety Award at the association’s annual conference in Minneapolis in September.
ASCC publishes safety bulletin on crystalline silica dust rul
The Safety and Risk Management Council of the American Society of Concrete Contractors in St. Louis has published a new Safety Bulletin: OSHA’s New Final Rule on Crystalline Silica Dust.
