The American Concrete Institute announces the release of six new publications. “ACI 121R-04: Quality Management System for Concrete Construction” helps with the development and implementation of “quality systems” for concrete construction projects. A quality system allows user judgment with respect to owner needs, defined quality objectives, project organization skills, and […]
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AMERICAN CONCRETE INSTITUTE ACI convention celebrates New York and New Jersey
The American Concrete Institute will hold its 2005 convention April 17 through April 21 in New York City. The theme will be “Concrete Soars, Spans & Supports New York and New Jersey.” The convention will host 37 technical sessions and more than 300 meetings. Additional highlights will include the Edward […]
New sales manager for Lafarge
Lafarge North America, a leading supplier of construction materials in the United States and Canada, has named Blanche Davidson as assistant sales manager of the Cement Division’s Mid America Sales District. Davidson assumes responsibility for sales management in the Cleveland and Pittsburgh markets. For more about Lafarge North America, visit […]
How to Choose the Right Concrete Overlay
Things to consider when choosing from the ever-growing array of options. Be sure to match product attributes with the substrate and the desired outcome.
Concrete Overlay Options
As you look at some of the more commonly used overlay products, you can get a better sense of what might work best for your project. Lee Tizard, vice president of Floric Polytech Inc., offers this snapshot look at some overlay options.
Trimtape Inc., Tapes Help With Concrete Layout, Cutting, Blasting
Trimtape Inc., a Georgia company, is unspooling several sticky options for concrete contractors. Trimtape’s grout line tapes, which range in width from 1/4 inch to 1 inch, are laced with strands of fiberglass for strength. Layout marker lines appear every four inches of tape.
Concrete Floor to Dye For
On their own or combined with acid stains, dyes offer color options that allow the imagination to soar. Plus, they can be a lifesaver when your acid staining job goes south.
Construction trade show planned for Las Vegas
CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2005 and IFPE 2005, the world’s largest exposition for the construction, construction materials and power transmission industries, will be held March 15 through March 19, 2005, in Las Vegas, Nev. The massive gathering is expected to draw more than 100,000 industry professionals from 120 countries. The event will also […]
The Family Roots of GLC3 Concrete
Education, imagination, and lots of experimentation have given George Lacker the right to say he makes some Great Looking Concrete.
New hires at Powers Fasteners
Powers Fasteners Inc., a leading domestic manufacturer of mechanical, adhesive and powder-actuated fastening systems, recently made several significant appointments. Robert Brito was hired as branch manager of the Atlanta branch warehouse, giving him outside sales responsibility for Georgia and Alabama. Scott Glasnap was named branch manager at the Phoenix warehouse, […]