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Alternative Concrete Demolition Techniques

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 06:05:29 EST

Techniques for demolishing concrete that don't involve mechanical breaking.

Crushed Concrete Aggregate

Tue, 5 Jun 2012 04:58:48 EST

Made from demolished concrete or fresh concrete returned to the batch plant, crushed concrete aggregate is being used for projects throughout the U.S.

Surveying and Layout Work

Tue, 5 Jun 2012 04:54:13 EST

The market trend continues toward contractors buying into sophisticated surveying technologies.

Soybean-Based Treatments Are Sustainabile Solution

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 06:05:43 EST

New uses for industry byproducts can enhance concrete's performance and sustainability.

Creating Complex, 3D Formwork

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 04:10:29 EST

Complicted concrete shapes can be constructed with 3D design software, which are cut out using CNC routers.

Sustainable Concrete Structures

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 08:52:06 EST

Given the current challenging economic climate, you might think that building sustainable or green structures would be viewed as unimportant because cost for a project would rise.

Preparing Subbase

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 08:48:21 EST

Sustainable concrete is becoming more popular than green concrete because it includes useful service over a long time. In the case of floors and pavement, the concrete must stand up to the service needs of an application for a long period of time, with minimal repair expenses.

The Changing World of Paving Roads

Tue, 2 Oct 2012 03:15:17 EST

Control of concrete paving work is going stringless, which improves ride and reduces concrete consumption.

Bidding and Estimating Software

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 01:26:14 EST

In this day and age, knowing the current technology options can benefit how you do business.

The Ten Most Influential People in the Concrete Industry

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 02:42:58 EST

Concrete Construction runs down this year's most influential people in the concrete industry.

Cutting Concrete Safely

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 08:38:11 EST

Cutting concrete is a dangerous aspect of the concrete industry. Personal protective equipment not only prevents concrete cutting-related injuries, it also can save lives.

Soff-Cut International Inc

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 06:22:38 EST

Bill Palmer: When you took over at Soff-Cut, things weren't good. What was wrong?

How Old is Concrete?

Tue, 5 Jun 2012 05:07:03 EST

There is much talk about green and sustainability these days. For concrete, the key word is sustainability, which has to do with constructing slabs and structures with low carbon footprints.

The Oohs and Ahs Have It

Tue, 5 Jun 2012 04:49:24 EST

Pick up the remote control, flip the switch, and the little green machine comes alive, skittering across the floor like a low-flying alien spacecraft or a high-tech dual-head lawnmower. Is this some toy maker's demonstration? a convention of wireless enthusiasts? No, it was the 2005 World of Concrete in Las Vegas this past January.

Reduce Exposure to Silica Dust

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 01:34:07 EST

Silica dust can cause serious health risks. Use proper housekeeping to keep this nuisance at bay, and your crew healthy.

How to Build a Sustainable Floor

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 06:05:14 EST

The article defines the issues for good, sustainable floor construction.

Fly Ash Threat

Tue, 5 Jun 2012 04:53:18 EST

The long-term consequences of a December 2008 accident at a Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) electric generating plant in Kingston, Tenn., could change the way fly ash is used or disposed of in the United States for the foreseeable future.

Cut the Noise

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 08:38:09 EST

Protecting your workers' hearing from excessive noise is not only required by OSHA but is the right thing to do. But what's excessive noise and how can you best take care of your workers?

Cement for Severe Environments

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 04:06:40 EST

A new pozzolanic cement when used to make concrete can resist attack in acidic or alkaline environments and also withstand higher temperatures than portland cement concrete.

Productivity Equals Profit

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 01:39:04 EST

How to increase productivity in the office and on the jobsite.