In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the concrete industry, Patrick “Doc” Watson, senior technical product specialist at BASF Construction Chemicals – Building Systems, has been awarded a fellowship from the International Concrete Repair Institute. As a leading advocate for the advancement of the industry, Watson is a member of […]

“Liquid Stone: New Architecture In Concrete” was published by Princeton Architectural Press with the help and support of the Lafarge Group as part of its Creative Materials initiative. Co-author Jean-Louis Cohen is an architect and professor of architectural history at the University of Paris and the Institute of Fine Arts, […]

ASTM International Committee C27 on Precast Concrete Products has recently developed an official standard that clearly defines what is required to make glass fibers resistant to alkali attack without the need for protective coatings. C 1666/C 1666M, Specification for Alkali-Resistant Glass Fiber for GFRC and Fiber-Reinforced Concrete and Cement, is […]

Solomon Colors Inc. announced today that Chris Becker has been named Director of Technical Services. Chris brings a leadership role to Solomon’s ongoing effort to educate and train contractors, architects and distributors to the vast array of opportunities possible by working with the Solomon line of products. During his 30 years in the decorative concrete industry, Chris has been a contractor, trainer, speaker, product developer, and business owner.

Tygar Manufacturing LLC has designed the Ultimate Curbing Package as a complete turnkey solution for contractors. Capable of producing both commercial and residential concrete borders, Tygar’s package includes the Bengal TG1000 Curb Machine, the SC1000 Sabertooth Sod Cutter, a custom curbing trailer with attached concrete mixer, and all the necessary […]

The new Blastrac 1-8DPS30 is a selfpropelled 8-inch shot-blasting system used to prepare concrete surfaces prior to the application of paint, coating or overlays. The 1-8DPS30 is designed for small or medium-sized jobs up to 8,000 square feet. The shot-blaster works well around immobile equipment and obstructions on industrial floors, […]

Decorative Curbmaking Machines Inc. makes the only patented hydraulic auger-driven curb-making machine. Robert Parrish and his father Walter, a hydraulics engineer, invented the model 207 and model 225 machines. These machines extrude true concrete, unlike competitors that can only extrude mortar. True concrete lasts much longer than mortar and is […]

The Concrete Sawing & Drilling Association elected new officers and board members at its 35th annual convention, held in February. Tom Stowell, Norton Penhall Diamond, Fullerton, Calif., was elected to serve a two-year term as president. Doug Walker, Atlantic Concrete Cutting Inc., Mt. Holly, N.J., was elected vice president. Judith […]

Six cement plants received special recognition for their commitment to improving the environment and their communities at the Sixth Annual Cement Industry Environment and Energy Awards, presented by the Portland Cement Association and Cement Americas magazine at the PCA’s spring meeting in March. The awards honor facilities that “exemplify the […]

Kretus Group and Quest Building Products have partnered with National Flooring Equipment to distribute products to the Southern California market. National Flooring Equipment has been a leader in the surface preparation industry for more than 40 years, specializing in ride-on fl oor scrapers, walk-behind fl oor scrapers and planetary grinders. […]