Concrete Contractor cuts through the mass of information and delivers only the best, most practical and newsworthy material to the concrete contractor. In each issue, readers benefit from information on concrete equipment, current technology, job-site solutions, tips on staying competitive, finance, insurance and a host of other hard-hitting material.
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In The August/September 2006 Issue
Blog
Features
Upcoming Shows
Contractor's Choice
The Top 25 Products of the year, as chosen by the readers of Concrete Contractor.
The Changing Residential Market
How one successful residential concrete company is adapting its business to manage the mega-builders.
By Scott Smith
Concrete Pool Decks Offer Affordable Luxury
Pool decks are a rapidly growing market for decorative concrete contractors.
Be Frugal with Fuel
Getting the most out of your equipment.
Power Finish
Choosing the right power trowel to meet your finishing needs.
By Lisa Cleaver
Products
New Products
New products for August/September 2006 include the Multivibe Cordless Hummer Screed, W.R. Meadows Sure-Step, the EZCover and more.
Spotlight: Repair & Rehab
White Lightning Stop Gap, Quikrete FastSet, Dayton Superior Sure Finish and more.
Decorative Concrete
The Market is Slowing, but Don't Panic
Concrete Concepts is now Concrete Contractor.
Project Profile
Management Systems Create Smooth Operations
Industry leader Rocky Geans uses systems to let go without losing control.
Columns
Training & Education for Concrete Contractors
Training and education information for August/September 2006.
Business 101: The Four Quarters of Construction Leadership
Things you should focus on to ensure each day is successful.
Decorative Concrete: the Future and the Past of Decorative Concrete
Q & A with Mike Miller on concreting The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace.
By Bob Harris
Make Sure Final Payment You Accept is all You Plan to Get
Your options for a final payment are to accept the payment or refuse it.
By Gerald Katz
Industry Insider
Industry Insider
Industry news, Mid-year forecast, Quick news and Industry Events for August/September 2006.
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