Tag: Concrete
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Repairing Concrete Joints – Prep and Installation
The spalled concrete joint repair preparation and installation process when using semi-rigid or sand-modified semi-rigid repair materials is not unlike the initial joint filling process. It’s important to create clean, vertical edges at the outside of the joint repair to allow the repair material to bond to the joint walls and to clean the joint to…
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Tariff fallout leads to layoffs at Massachusetts concrete firm
Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Pittsfield, Massachusetts-based Unistress Corp. and its subsidiary, Berkshire Concrete Corp., are laying off 233 workers, according to a Massachusetts Worker Adjustment Retraining Notification notice filed for the week ending June 27. CEO Perri Petricca said…
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Concrete Contractor’s Role in the Circular Economy
As the concrete industry evolves under the dual pressures of climate responsibility and resource scarcity, a new paradigm has emerged — one that prioritizes sustainability not as an afterthought but as a fundamental framework. The circular economy, long championed in manufacturing and materials science, is now taking root in the concrete construction sector. And while…
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University of Florida Repeats as Concrete Canoe Champion
The University of Florida Concrete Canoe team won its second consecutive Concrete Canoe Competition at the American Society of Civil Engineers’ Civil Engineering Student Championships at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo from June 27-29. UF’s Concrete Canoe team has dominated the ASCE Concrete Canoe Championships over the last decade, with five championships since 2015. This…
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University of Florida Repeats as Concrete Canoe Champion
The University of Florida Concrete Canoe team won its second consecutive Concrete Canoe Competition at the American Society of Civil Engineers’ Civil Engineering Student Championships at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo from June 27-29. UF’s Concrete Canoe team has dominated the ASCE Concrete Canoe Championships over the last decade, with five championships since 2015. This…
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University of Florida Repeats as Concrete Canoe Champion
The University of Florida Concrete Canoe team won its second consecutive Concrete Canoe Competition at the American Society of Civil Engineers’ Civil Engineering Student Championships at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo from June 27-29. UF’s Concrete Canoe team has dominated the ASCE Concrete Canoe Championships over the last decade, with five championships since 2015. This…
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6 Benefits of Concrete Truck Predictive Maintenace
Predictive maintenance is rapidly transforming the landscape of fleet management across the construction industry. In the concrete industry specifically, where uptime, reliability, and efficiency are crucial, implementing a predictive maintenance strategy can provide substantial benefits. Predictive maintenance leverages data and technology to anticipate when equipment or machinery are in need of servicing. This approach is…
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Concrete Repair Mortars Market to Reach $6.5 Billion by 2034 Amid Rising Infrastructure Demand
Concrete remains one of the most widely used construction materials worldwide, but even the most robust structures are subject to damage over time. Concrete repair mortars offer a practical solution for restoring worn or damaged concrete surfaces. This article explores what these materials are, their common types, applications and why they’re increasingly important in construction and…
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Lou Parous on the 2025 Concrete Reinforcement Industry
With more than 30 years of experience and dedication to the steel sector, Lou Parous is a leader in international business and a long-time technical professional in the global metals, engineering, technical services, and large-scale construction segment. His outstanding communication skills and strategic mindset make him an exceptional consensus builder and innovator. In March 2025,…
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Modern Concrete Finishes to Boost Home & Business Curb Appeal
First impressions matter, especially when it comes to properties. The exterior of a home or business sets the tone for what lies within, and concrete finishes have become a key part of this presentation. No longer limited to plain gray slabs, today’s concrete applications can completely transform driveways, walkways, patios, and entryways into design features…