Sources: Euclid Chemical Co., Cleveland; CP staff Euclid Chemical recently closed on Brett Admixtures, which has produced and distributed Euclid solutions since 1998, and spans an Albertville, Minn. headquarters, plus Marengo, Iowa, Fargo, N.D. and Sioux Falls, S.D. satellite facilities. “Primarily serving the upper Midwest of the U.S. and Canada’s Manitoba province, Brett Admixtures has a deep-rooted knowledge of our…
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French promenade excellence
A reinforced concrete pathway around the Bastia fortress in Corse-du-Sud, France, took home the top award in the seventh annual ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, which showcased dozens of innovative concrete projects from around the world. Constructed at the foot of the Bastia fortress on the island of Corsica, the Aldilonda promenade is a sinuous path set into rock,…
Read MoreRubber lining adhesive
Linatex liner manufacturer Weir Minerals has partnered with world’s largest adhesive producer, Henkel, and its Loctite team to develop a solvent-free adhesive for rubber lining applications with zero volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The custom-formulated Linatex Loctite – Lina 88 rubber adhesive range sets a benchmark for bond strength by exceeding the current British Standard by up to four times. Weir…
Read MoreSynthetic form release agent
Company’s newest innovation for concrete forming and casting is Platinum 727, a synthetic release agent especially suited to structural members. Powered by proprietary, economical and eco-friendly Platinum technology, the low-odor agent yields superior concrete surfaces, holding even fine detail. The product complies with Environmental Protection Agency and Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines or rules for low volatile organic compound…
Read MoreHigh dexterity work gloves
The FlexGrip Series 363 line of gloves is made with extra functionality and improved comfort, while sporting a new, modernized look. The series includes Utility, Utility Pro, Utility Grip, Impact, Heavy-Duty, Desert Camo, Camo Impact and Cut A5 Hi-Viz Utility offerings. The gloves feature high dexterity design, with three touch screen fingertips and knitted synthetic leather palms. Their breathable birdeye…
Read MoreTank level monitoring
The Pulse Level Tank Monitoring platform offers systems running entirely on Wi-Fi and allows users to track fuel or lubricant tank levels, capture and apply data, and allocate inventory quickly, accurately and confidently. A tank-level monitoring system measures the amount of fluid in a tank, giving service centers, fleet garages, construction operations, and industrial manufacturing companies more visibility over inventory…
Read MoreFuel filter, engine oil monitor
The Filter Minder Connect solution monitors heavy-duty engine fuel filters and engine oil condition, consists of components that can be installed in minutes, and integrates into existing on-board telematics and fleet management systems. Filtration efficiency is lost when filters are changed too soon, product engineers note, while servicing filters or changing fluids too late can result in unplanned downtime and…
Read MoreRake and trowel flooring
Ucrete HF60RT, a heavy-duty formulation where “RT” stands for “rake and trowel,” affords quick and easy application with reduced manual labor by lessening the need to work on hands and knees. Finished HF60RT is an impact-resistant, durable solution for a variety of applications where high impact, thermal shock and chemical exposure are common. The low odor, VOC-compliant material resists steam…
Read MoreAutomation eliminates auxiliary suspension guesswork
Manufacturer bills its ROI (Road Optimized Innovation) Auxiliary Suspension system as the first intelligent component of its kind, eliminating the guesswork for drivers of when to lift or lower and helping maintain maximum traction without axle overloading. The system is programmed to determine optimal tire-to-ground pressure and automatically respond to the vehicle’s wheel traction. In snow, mud and other challenging…
Read MoreAnalysts measure Infrastructure bill’s net road & bridge funding gains
Sources: National Stone Sand & Gravel Association, Alexandria, Va.; American Road & Transportation Builders Association, Washington, D.C.; Rock Products staffNational Stone, Sand & Gravel Association Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs Michele Stanley calls the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, subject of a November 15 White House signing ceremony, the most important piece of transportation legislation since the Interstate…
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