QC Construction Products has launched a new “total systems” approach to integral coloring for the ready mix market. QC ColorTech-E delivers superior concrete finishing performance from a blend of dispersements, conditioners and water-reducing agents that offset water demand caused by pigments. It contains engineered colored admixtures that do not require […]

The new Side Winder II diamond blades from Diamond Back are changing the face of high-speed dry cutting. The blades, which are available in 12- and 14-inch models, feature a ribbed core that reduces friction and heat while providing faster cutting and application versatility. The blades’ T-shape diamond segment design […]

The new ClearVisor with Adflo system combines full eye and face protection with a slim, lightweight, powered, airpurifying respirator. The polycarbonate face shield has exceptional clarity and a wide viewing area, while providing protection from high-impact hazards. The respirator is used with a highefficiency particle filter that can be “stacked” […]

Marshalltown has promoted Dan Kester, formerly product development manager, to director of marketing.

Chris Priest has been named national field sales manager at Sanders Saws & Blades, a leading supplier of concrete saws and diamond blades.

Customers of Cemen Tech Inc. may now have their aggregate bin galvanized. When the Cemen Tech aggregate bin is completely immersed into a molten zinc bath, the steel of the aggregate bonds with the zinc, creating zinc-iron alloy layers. The zinc layer acts as a barrier against water, oxygen and […]

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) will hold its 2003 spring convention in Vancouver, British Columbia, from March 30 through April 3. More than 1500 delegates, mainly engineers and contractors from throughout North America and other countries, are expected to attend the five days of meetings, exhibits and related events.

Sika Corp has broken ground on a new warehouse in Lyndhurst, New Jersey, to accommodate the company’s expected annual growth in sealant sales.

A state-of-the-art education facility that will serve the ready-mixed concrete and related construction industries recently opened adjacent to the headquarters of the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association, in Silver Spring, Maryland.

Sanders Saws Inc., one of the most respected names in cutting tools and diamond blades, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Founded in 1953 by Eugene Sanders, the Honey Brook, Penn., manufacturer serves the professional concrete contractor and the masonry, refractory and quarry industries. Sanders Saws’ product line includes a full line of concrete and masonry saws, diamond core bits, diamond blades, and grinding heads.