The world's foremost resource on decorative concrete
This year marks the first time that the award-winning decorative cement coating line called CimentArt is being distributed in the USA. The Spanish product line from originator Juan Aranda has grown in distribution to 37 countries around the world with more countries each year, and was finally introduced to the US market via an architect named Ketty Miles that had seen the product in her home country of Venezuela several years ago.
Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has launched a complete line of structural epoxy products designed for a variety of concrete crack repair jobs. Tested to the latest ASTM standards, the new CI family of crack injection epoxies have an improved viscosity range, with accelerated cure times, and can be installed at temperatures between 40°F and 110°F to meet the demands of real-world concrete repair applications.
Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has launched the Hydro Ban Shower Pan, which comes in multiple interlocking pieces for easy transportability and sizing, and the Hydro Ban Shower Pan Kit provides everything needed for a shower installation in one package, offering customers a cost-effective system of products needed to waterproof a shower.
Known globally as the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete, ACI will host its popular convention in Rosemont/Chicago, IL, USA, March 29-April 2, 2020. With a streamlined name – the ACI Concrete Convention – and an updated and energized identity, the event will showcase the convening power of the Institute, […]
Chemical deicers and snow plows are commonly used in winter to eliminate hazardous ice and snow from parking decks and structures. While deicers are doing their job melting away snow and ice, some may actually be corroding the parking structure’s concrete and reinforcing steel, and some snow removal techniques may actually be doing more damage than good.
Sherwin-Williams has launched its next generation ProClassic Interior Waterbased Acrylic-Alkyd Enamel in satin and semi-gloss sheens. The high-quality formula has alkyd performance with acrylic properties, but unlike conventional alkyds, it features non-yellowing characteristics and water cleanup.
Bosch Power Tools is rounding out 2019 with one final contest this week by inviting participants to showcase the essential contents of their tool belts for a chance to win a laser measure prize pack.
Contractors can benefit by shifting to construction data analytics platforms. However, beautiful charts, graphs and animations mean nothing if the underlying data is full of holes, writes Bruce Orr, Chief Data Scientist of ProNovos, in a new post at aec-business.com.
Construction lubricant sales are estimated to surpass 6,400 KT in 2019, according to a recent study. This is due to a resurgence in construction activities and growing investment in infrastructure development projects. It is particularly true in emerging economies, as continue to support growth of the construction lubricants industry. “Extensive […]
The American Concrete Pumping Association announces a new safety bulletin, Safe Practices for the Intended Use of Concrete Delivery and End Hoses. The bulletin addresses the proper methods for using concrete delivery hoses with two ends. Concrete delivery hoses with two ends have different purposes from concrete delivery hoses with one end.
