Benefits of Schwing Smart Drum Technology

Smart Drum technology separates the rotation of the concrete mixer drum from the truck engine's rpms, allowing a constant speed of rotation for a better mix

March 5, 2012

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Latest Coronavirus Relief Package Excludes Funding for State DOTs

State departments of transportation across the country need an “immediate infusion” of at least $37 billion to prevent disruptions to planned transportation projects and keep workers employed but the Senate HEALS Act excludes funding for infrastructure

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Construction Project Cancellations Sweeping the Nation as Coronavirus Intensifies Funding Shortfalls

Fourteen states and 19 local authorities have delayed or canceled road, transit and airport projects worth $8.58 billion, according to a report released this week by the American Road and Transportation Builders Association.

Caterpillar makes pilot controls with pattern changer available even on its entry-level machines. This makes it easier for operators to switch back and forth between excavator and backhoe operation.

Tips to Simplify Backhoe-loader Selection

With more features and options to sort through than ever, backhoe-loader manufacturers offer advice to help you determine which model will best meet your needs.

Oztec Backpack Rubber Head

Oztec BP-50a Backpack and patented RubberHead

The BP-50a backpack with a powerful Honda engine and a patented, totally enclosed rotary throttle, eliminates improper setting of the engine speed and ensures optimum consolidation.

Among the projects the contractor team is overseeing at Fort Carson, the U.S. Army Mountain Post in Colorado Springs, replacing an outdated airfield is the biggest.

Radiant Heat System Gets Boost from Molded Polystyrene Rigid Insulation

Among the projects contractors and the USACE team are overseeing at Fort Carson, the U.S. Army Mountain Post in Colorado Springs, Colorado, replacing an outdated airfield is the biggest.

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Vibco DC-1600

The Vibco DC-1600 is a 12 volt battery operated unit which is ideal for field and mobile operation (24V is also available).

80 grit rotary brush.

80 Grit Rotary Brush for Power Trowels

Valtec Group LLC announces 80 Grit brush rotaries for use on power trowels for scrubbing and stripping.

Unless a contractor specializes in floor projects, it can be cost-prohibitive to own concrete grinders and scarifiers that are not used frequently.

How Renting Grinders and Scarifiers Can Save Money, Time

Unless a contractor specializes in floor projects, it can be cost-prohibitive to own concrete grinders and scarifiers that are not used frequently.

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Diablo Launches New Hammer Bit Line

The new line is the industry’s only complete range of 4-cutter full carbide head bits for concrete with rebar applications.

J.W. Speaker Introduces Solar LED Flasher Lights for Safety

The new solar LED flasher lights are fully sustainable and offer visibility for up to one mile (1.6km) in any location.

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Miller Formless Celebrates 50th Anniversary as Global Concrete Slipform Paver Provider

It currently manufactures six different products capable of installing concrete curb, curb and gutter, barrier walls and concrete pavements.

Pastor Josh Moore assists Roy Mathis of GranQuartz during the polishing process.

SmartFloor Power Trowel Cuts Down Polishing Time at Florida Church

Ameripolish’s SmartFloor Refinement System uses composite resin abrasives technology for polished concrete floors with high DOI.

ThinCast provides architects with the natural beauty and character of concrete in lightweight panels that accomplish their rainscreen design goals.

High Concrete Introduces Thinnest Precast Concrete Panel Available

High Concrete Group, a member of the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute, has introduced ThinCast, the thinnest precast concrete rainscreen panel available on the market.

E&F Paving has become “expert” in paving roundabouts due to the volume of projects in its area. The four-track GP3 helps make these often complex jobs easier.

Versatile GOMACO Slipform Paver Enables Complex Jobs of All Sizes

E&F Paving has found a flexible paver solution to handle everything from roundabouts to 30-ft.-plus widths.

Oztec Electric motors are manufactured to exacting specifications to withstand the rough day to day abuses associated with construction sites.

Oztec Electric Motors

All Oztec Power Units (gas and electric) run power heads 11,000 to 12,000 rpm.

Execute Jobs On-Time and On-Budget

Execute Jobs On-Time and On-Budget

Improve your bottom line with insights driven by real-time visibility on one platform. Samsara is a complete fleet management solution.

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W.R. Meadows Hydralastic 836 SL

The company's newest single-component, cold-applied, solvent-free, water-activated, waterproofing system.

MAX USA Corp. Introduces World’s First Battery Powered Stand-up Rebar Tying Tool

Holcombe Mixers was chosen as a partner by Fisher due to its combination of operational experience, advanced technology and their volumetric concrete mixers’ extensive payload capacity.

Holcombe Mixers Joins $1.3 Billion Border Wall Project In Yuma, Arizona

The new alliance between Holcombe Mixers, Fisher Sand and Gravel Co. and Caterpillar Inc. is the latest strategic collaboration to accelerate completion of the border wall.

The most common mistakes in foundation and concrete repair happen at the get-go, when the problem itself isn’t analyzed as whole.

3 Common Mistakes in Foundation and Concrete Repair and How to Avoid Them

When it comes to repairing cracks in concrete and foundations, it’s important to look beyond the visible damage at hand and approach repair with a multi-step process to both seal and structurally reinforce the crack to prevent future failures.

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Sakrete Launches App for Concrete Estimating

Watch the bagged concrete shortcut video by the Carolinas' Concrete Cowboy.

The sophisticated HeavyDuty impermeability concept from Baumer conforms to protection classes IP 66 and IP 67 within a broad temperature range of up to +95 degrees Celsius.

Baumer HeavyDuty Rotary Encoder

Multi-family residential projects create an ideal environment for contractors looking to break into or grow their business in high-flow material markets with gypsum floor underlayment, grouting, cellular concrete, plaster and stucco applications.

Selecting a Pump to Maximize Productivity and Profitability in Gypsum Applications

New residential construction business success requires an investment in specialized equipment.

Milwaukee Tool will soon launch its new MX4 SDS Drill Bits, SLEDGE SDS Chisels, Hammer Drill Bits, SHOCKWAVE Multi-Material Drill Bits, and Glass and Tile Bits.

Milwaukee Launches Masonry, Concrete, Tile Drilling Accessories

New MX4 SDS Drill Bits, SLEDGE SDS Chisels, Hammer Drill Bits, SHOCKWAVE Multi-Material Drill Bits, and Glass and Tile Bits.

ForneyVault Partners with Quadrel on Concrete Management Software Integration

The interface allows Quadrel’s customers to have easy access to ForneyVault along with its own technologies for concrete and aggregate management.

With its 436 hp Cummins engine (that meets the EU Stage V/US EPA Tier 4f exhaust emission standards), the SP 154i offers ample power reserves that enable it to pave concrete surfaces up to 16 m wide and 450 mm thick.

SP 154i Slipform Paver from Wirtgen Paves Concrete in Two Layers

With its 436-hp Cummins engine, the SP 154i offers ample power reserves that enable it to pave concrete surfaces up to 16 m wide and 450 mm thick.

Cyclone Catarina in 2004.

FEMA Examines How Stronger Buildings Lead to Less Disaster Damage

FEMA is studying how updated building codes, such as using concrete for increased resiliency, could reduce the amount of damage during natural disasters.