The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute 2009 Convention and Exhibition, September 12-15 in San Antonio, will feature themed sessions providing tools
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Coatings Guide
Veron Coating Systems’ The Book of Decorative Concrete Coatings documents step-by-step application procedures for epoxy and urethane coatings, broadcast
Read MoreWorld Cement Consumption On Track For 2010 Recovery
Global powder shipments are expected to decline 1.7 percent in 2009, a modest drop cushioned by a roughly 4.0 percent growth in utilization by China and
Read MoreGlobal Cement Companies Slash Co2 Emissions
Although cement production by companies participating in a 16-year study increased 53 percent from 1990 to 2006, net carbon dioxide emissions increased
Read MoreHeadwaters Adds 400,000 Tons Of Ash To Great Lakes Markets
South Jordan, Utah-based Headwaters Resources has finished the first phase of a major investment at Detroit Edison’s Monroe (Mich.) Power Plant, propelling
Read MoreConcrete Streets Study
In 2007, a total of 25.9 million yards of concrete was used in subdivision streets, gutters, curbing, municipal sidewalks and collection boxes, according
Read MoreSwederski Concrete Construction Refines Parking Lot Promotion
Asphalt price volatility has opened a window of opportunity for concrete pavement in mainline transportation work and parking lots, the latter a National
Read MoreHard Facts Faculty
Mindful of current opportunities, and future market improvements, Len Swederski has been at the forefront of concrete parking lot promotion. In addition
Read MoreDrum Roll: Asphalt Pavement Losing Its Initial Bid Advantage
Domestic and worldwide demand for sustainable construction methods and energy have concrete pavement poised for a profitable new chapter. Construction
Read MoreWinning Combination
In a state where land, water and material hauling are at a premium and tough environmental regulation is a fact of life, California’s Spragues’ Ready
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