[VIDEO] ACI Masonry Technician Certification Program

The American Concrete Institute’s two masonry testing certification programs are now cited in TMS 402/602-16: Building Code Requirements and Specifications for Masonry Structures. The news was announced at World of Concrete 2017.

January 18, 2017

The American Concrete Institute’s two masonry testing certification programs are now cited in TMS 402/602-16: Building Code Requirements and Specifications for Masonry Structures. The news was announced at World of Concrete 2017.

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The Key to Faster Construction Payment: Better Communication

Most recent Levelset survey of contractors suggests the three biggest factors helping contractors get paid faster boil down to communication: expectations, status and timelines

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10 Hottest Construction Stories This Week: Cummins EPA 2021 X12 and X15 Engines Use Less Fuel

Most-read construction stories include Caterpillar and PAC-MAN rolling out a new game, a test of orange pavement markings in work zones, new Cat S42 rugged smartphone withstands submerged scrubbing and more

A Concrete Overlay Design to Include in Your Project

A Concrete Overlay Design to Include in Your Project

Rockett’s Glass & Concrete Overlay has a long-standing relationship in the concrete industry. Learn from Rockett’s, schedule a session today.

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[NEWS TRACKER] September Construction Starts Drop Negates August Gains

Total construction starts dropped 18% in September and brought the starts to below June and July levels; plus more construction industry news in the October 29, 2020, edition of Construction News Tracker.

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No More Climbing the Ladder - HILTI's New BIM-Enabled Jobsite Robot

The HILTI Jaibot, a construction automation solution, was designed to help contractors tackle productivity, safety and labor shortage challenges on jobsites.

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LafargeHolcim Announces Its EcoLabel

In an effort to transparently brand its green building solutions, LafargeHolcim launches an EcoLabel.

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Wacker Neuson Holds Virtual North American Dealer Meeting

Participation in the virtual event included dealers from across the U.S. and Canada as well as Wacker Neuson employees from around the world.

ACI Field Testing Technician Grade I Certification Now Approved for Reimbursement

The Veteran's Administration (VA) GI Bill has announced that the American Concrete Institute's Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I certification program is now approved for reimbursement.

Associated Ready Mixed Concrete of California has begun using a survey system to improve driving safety.

Concrete Supplier Using Survey System to Improve Driver Safety, Retention

Associated Ready Mixed Concrete of California has begun using a survey system to improve driving safety.

The winner of the 2020 WOW! Award was Superior Gunite, of Lake View Terrace. The use of shotcrete allowed access for placement as well as the ability to carve the wet concrete to match the look of the previous precast panels.

The 2020 Decorative Concrete Award Winners

The winners of the Decorative Concrete Council's Decorative Concrete Awards competition were recognized at the American Society of Concrete Contractors Annual (virtual) Conference on September 24, 2020.

Vacuworx products can be found in over 30 countries. The implementation of a creative overseas marketing strategy has allowed the company to develop a deeper understanding of the impact and potential of new vacuum lifting solutions and material handling applications worldwide.

Vacuworx Recognized as 2020 Manufacturer of the Year

After winning the Tulsa Regional Chamber's 2019 Manufacturer of the Year award, the Oklahoma District of the U.S. Small Business Administration named Vacuworx as 2020 Manufacturer of the Year.

As extreme weather events become stronger and more frequent, the method for building homes must change too. Building structures must remain intact to provide safety for inhabitants and return to normal life shortly afterwards. Concrete construction can provide this.

The Case for Concrete Homes

The challenge is to build homes that can remain intact in any severe weather event, be more energy efficient, be reasonably priced, and be reoccupied shortly after a disaster so that life can go on with minimal disruption.

Miller Formless Expands Concrete Lineup with Acquisition of Two MBW Slipform Paver Models

Miller Formless announces that it has acquired the MBW slipform paver models C-101 and the CG-200.

The MBW ScreeDemon™ Powered by M18™ REDLITHIUM™ battery.

The ScreeDemon Wet Screed, Powered by M18 REDLITHIUM

Geofoam placed during the rebuilt of the CDOT US 36 highway collapse in 2019.

The Role of Geofoam in the Evolution of the Modern Construction Industry

The use of EPS geofoams, has emerged as a key trend contributing to more sustainability and efficiency in the construction world.

Water content is the single most important factor affecting workability or the ease of mixing and placing concrete.

Water in Concrete

The amount of water in concrete controls many fresh and hardened properties in concrete including workability, compressive strengths, permeability and watertightness, durability and weathering, drying shrinkage and potential for cracking.

The Dust Hog Vacuum Attachment helps protect installers and HVAC systems from airborne particulates.

The Dust Hog Vacuum Attachment Tool

Tenna goes beyond tracking, providing seamless integration on the construction platform that is revolutionizing equipment fleet operations

Saving Contractors 100s of Hours with OEM, ERP and Project Operations / SaaS Software Integration

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Modifier A / NA Latex Product

During the video, the five players race their machines around the exact 3D replica of the iconic PAC-MAN™ board to simulate gameplay of the original arcade game. The movement is all done through remote control operation far above the constructed maze, utilizing 236D3 Skid Steer loaders from The Cat Rental Store.

Caterpillar Revives Popular Video Series with Trial 9: PAC-MAN

In this video, operators use remote controls to navigate skid steers around a life-size PAC-MAN™ board, showing how Cat equipment and services are there to help customers around every corner

Hydronic heaters provide an even distribution of heat to the concrete. Here, a poly sheet covers a slab-on-grade. Hydronic heating tubes were placed on top of the poly and the entire system is being covered with insulated blankets.

How to Protect Concrete During Cold Weather Pours

Cold weather concreting requires contractors to maintain minimal concrete temperatures to ensure proper strength gain and cure.

Berkeley researchers used a 3D printer to create polymer lattice reinforced beams. Special camera equipment shows that, when tested under bending, the beams are highly flexible and most of the cracks are blunted by the lattice.

Researchers Make Stronger, Greener Concrete with 3D Printer

Using a polymer lattice to reinforce concrete, UC Berkeley researchers claim that it "could rival other polymer-based enhancements and improve concrete’s ductility while reducing the material’s carbon emissions."

White Cap Splits from HD Supply, Combines with Construction Supply Group

Combined the two create a $4 Billion distributor of concrete accessories and specialty construction products. The transaction will enhance capabilities to serve professional contractors with broader product and service offerings and expanded reach.

PCI's Announces Award Winners at Virtual Fall 2020 Conference

Award winners announced virtually in the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute's fall 2020 Committee Days and Technical Conference.

The biggest challenge with edge work on a polished floor is achieving the same depth of cut and overall look as the main part of the floor.

Don't Let Bad Edging Ruin a Good Polished Concrete Floor

Edging is the key to a winning polished concrete floor, but you need the right knowledge, the right tools and the right attitude to achieve success.

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[NEWS TRACKER] Economists Not Optimistic for Nonresidential Construction Outlook

ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu says trajectory of nonresidential construction spending does not appear bright and AGC says demand will likely stagnate without new federal infusion.

First Place Winners of the Hardscape Photo Contest

Appealing Plans in Project Photo Contest

Winners of the inaugural Hardscapes Photo Contest by Keystone Hardscapes.