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GSSI, the world’s leading manufacturer of ground penetrating radar (GPR) equipment, announces new updates to the StructureScan Mini XT all-in-one GPR concrete inspection system, including a software update and a newly designed survey wheel for the Palm XT Antenna. Rugged, compact, and flexible, the StructureScan Mini XT is ideal for […]
How much overlap is needed when grinding, honing and polishing? And how do we find a concrete grinder’s sweet spot? These questions refer to the process of making consecutive passes when processing a bonded abrasive polished concrete (BAPC) floor. Truth be told, all concrete will show and tell us the […]
John Hendry joins Makinex as the new National Account Manager, aiming to strengthen partnerships with key National Accounts. The announcement builds on Makinex’s pioneering mission to “Make Inefficiencies Extinct.” With an emphasis on overall operational-efficiency & safety, alongside providing high ROI products, the goals set to be accomplished are both […]
Concrete Countertop Solutions Inc., creators of the Z Counterform and Z Poolform Systems will now be stocking and selling a revolutionary new product from HIDE Skimmer Covers. HIDE Covers are designed to have any surface material installed into the cover. This enables it to blend into the landscape, creating both […]
Giatec, frontrunner in concrete testing technologies, is leading the way in emphasizing safety on construction jobsites during COVID-19 with wireless concrete monitoring sensors, SmartRock. These award-winning sensors give contractors access to a comprehensive analysis of their concrete’s performance directly on their mobile devices. This speeds up and enhances the process […]
The American Concrete Institute has released the new ACI 301-20, Specifications for Concrete Construction, along with the companion ACI Field Reference Manual. ACI 301 is a reference specification that engineers, architects, and specifiers can apply to projects involving concrete construction. The scope of the new ACI 301-20 expands to include […]
Bosch Power Tools, the world market leader for power tools and power tool accessories, announced its newest heated gear additions, the GHJ12V Heated Jacket and GHH12V-20 Heated Hoodie. Including enhanced, modern designs and light, durable materials, both the jacket and hoodie feature three temperature settings for enhanced control and comfort. […]
What are homeowners to do when they tire of a cracked concrete patio? Well, the expensive route involves tearing it out and replacing it. But there’s a better, more economical solution that will yield lasting results. Have the patio stenciled. When properly placed, random stone stencils on patios can work […]
On November 25, 2020, Poraver installs rotary kiln. The state-of-the-art rotary kiln arrived at the new Poraver production plant in Schlüsselfeld (Germany). It is the heart of the new production line and the foundation for further company growth. The plant will go into operation by mid 2021, after which new […]
The Safety and Rick Management Council (SRMC) of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, announced that Ken Fender, Senior Vice President, Baker Concrete Construction, Washington D.C., received the ASCC Member Owner/Executive Safety Award for 2020, presented September 23, 2020, at the association’s Annual Conference. The purpose is […]
