Optimum 380

September 8, 2009

Fishstone, Concrete Countertop Supply

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Fishstone, Concrete Countertop Supply's Optimum 380 is a modified polycarboxilate high range water reducing admixture formulated to deliver high spread rates with "self placing" properties. Optimum 380 can deliver higher early strength, improved workability and surface densification with lower dosage rates. Optimum 380 is available in 1-quart, 1-gal., 5-gal. and 55-gal. sizes.

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Lythic and MTSU will hold public Day1 trowel aid tests as the 2013 World of Concrete and are looking for contractor volunteers.

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When you mix high dosage levels of macro fibers in concrete, one of challenges is to achieve a good blending between concrete and fiber.

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Sundeck of San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas won the WOW! Award, best overall project, for Mission Concepcion Park, also in San Antonio. The surface needed to be durable enough to hold up under significant bike and foot traffic. The acid stain was applied first, followed by months of using a needle scaler to remove the surface of the concrete. The beautiful transformation to stained and exposed concrete pavement presents a wonderful contrast between liquid nature and solid infrastructure.

The Decorative Concrete Council (DCC) Announces Winners of its 9th Annual Decorative Concrete Awards

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Fast and effective

Fast and effective

What to do if roads are worn out? If only the top layer is damaged, only that layer needs to be repaired. Take advantage of innovative solutions.