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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

Tommy Cook’s rubber leaf mold set makes three beautiful concrete leaves which can be used as water fountains, garden art, planters, bird feeders or as bases for furniture. Now, the signature leaf molds are offered exclusively through Fishstone Studio. These molds create stunning, realistic leaves. With color or stain to […]

The new Octagon Handle from Marshalltown is a bull float handle with increased grip performance. With an octagonal profile, these 1 3/4-inch diameter handles increase gripping power by an average of 20 percent when compared to round handles of the same diameter. Even when your hands are sweaty, the Octagon […]

The new vertical design of the Sammys Pole Tool from ITW Buildex now comes fully assembled. Designed for working in tight spaces, through the ceiling grid, or with work involving high vaulted ceilings, it’s available in two telescoping sizes — one extends from 4 to 12 feet and the other […]

Chem Link has announced the formation of a new six-person board of directors to help fuel the environmentally conscious company’s strategic growth opportunities. The board of directors, seated May 2, consists of business professionals as well as experts from the construction, OEM and sealants/adhesives/ coatings industries. Chem Link was founded […]

The California Department of Industrial Relations has launched an online application for public works contractors to meet the requirements of California Senate Bill 854. SB 854, which became effective June 20, establishes a new public works program to replace the Compliance Monitoring Unit and Labor Compliance Program requirements for bond-funded and other public works projects.

The new EZ Screed Pro Two, from EZ Screed Tools LLC, is designed for a two-person team screeding concrete in unison, in an upright position. The EZ Screed Pro Two comes as a set of two handles with two pivot mounting brackets that attach to your 10-to-16-foot screed board (aluminum […]