Sources: California Construction and Industrial Materials Association, Sacramento; CP staff “Achieving Net Zero Concrete in California: Pathways, Opportunities, and Barriers” is a new report with which the California Construction and Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA) intends to inform policymakers and the public about members achieving carbon emissions reduction goals, or net carbon neutrality. Authors assess what opportunities are most achievable by…
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Governor binds New York agencies to “Clean Concrete” mandate
Sources: Office of New York Governor Kathy Hochul; CP staff Concrete suppliers will soon be required to submit environmental product declarations for mixes delivered to New York State agency projects above $1 million and requiring 50 or more yards, or NYS Department of Transportation work above $3 million and requiring 200 or more yards. Under just-adopted Buy Clean Concrete guidelines…
Read MoreCRH completes primary listing switch from London to Wall Street
Source: CRH Plc, Dublin Flanked by Ireland and CRH Americas Atlanta headquarters colleagues, CRH Plc Chief Executive Albert Manifold opened New York Stock Exchange trading for September 25. Ringing the venue’s Opening Bell, he capped a shift of the producer’s primary listing from London Stock Exchange, where it will retain a standard listing. In a statement, CRH reiterated from earlier…
Read MoreNewly funded Checkoff solicits regional, national concrete masonry program proposals
Newly funded Checkoff solicits regional, national concrete masonryprogram proposals Sources: Concrete Masonry Checkoff Board, Washington, D.C.; CP staff The Concrete Masonry Checkoff Board (CMCB) is accepting program idea submissions through September 29. Concrete block production, construction, building design and allied stakeholders are welcome to offer ideas for regional or national Checkoff-funded programs in a portal posted here. CMCB is also looking…
Read MoreBuilding Transparency loads carbon accounting toolbox for Greenbuild
Sources: Building Transparency, Seattle; CMCM staff Clark Construction, Skanska USA, Turner Construction, Webcor and peers will join Building Transparency, host of the Embodied Carbon Calculator accounting tool for architectural/engineering/construction professionals, to launch contractorsCAN during the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, September 26-29, Washington, D.C. Building Transparency’s third Carbon Action Network, contractorsCAN seeks to decarbonize building projects through embodied carbon tracking,…
Read MoreTight tunnel tolerances
The Cross River Rail project in Australia aimed to alleviate congestion in Brisbane’s metro transport system and improve transportation for a growing population. Project principals faced numerous obstacles due to limited space: Construction sequencing on the confined, congested site was complex due to the need for precision, efficiency, and safety. Heavy/civil contractor Kenny Constructions was tasked with placing 59 precast…
Read MoreHearing protection
The Passive Pro Series Base Level PPM1 Earmuff suits workers excessive noise environments, combining must-have ANSI-rated hearing protection with all-day wearing comfort. The product features a 23dB noise reduction rating with sound-absorbing internal foam; dielectric construction makes it an ideal choice for use in various industrial environments. The PPM1’s soft, easy-to-clean ear cushions, along with a low-profile design plus height…
Read MoreMixer truck tire monitors
Doran 360 tire pressure and temperature monitoring equips fleets to reduce maintenance costs, extend tire tread life, protect casings, and minimize catastrophic failures. Doran 360 systems eliminate dangerous and costly run-flats for ready mixed concrete delivery and other heavy-duty fleets by providing real-time alerts for low inflation pressure, rapid deflation events, and extreme temperatures. External, valve stem-mounted sensors relay pressure…
Read MoreAcrylic latex binder
Specialty material solutions provider has announced the North American launch of Ligos C 9375, its first all-acrylic latex binder for building and construction. Specifically designed for cementitious applications, C 9375 affords performance benefits for high alkaline applications, netting strength, weatherability, and workability. The agent is an ideal fit for various applications, product engineers note, including hydraulic cement mixtures, exterior insulation…
Read MoreChemical-grade funnels
Falcon funnels suit fast, safe and efficient pouring of liquids or powders into totes, drums and smaller chemical containers. The stainless steel model is part of a Falcon series that includes carbon steel or polyethylene funnels. The Falcon models are part of the company’s offerings of legally compliant products, solutions and custom services for handling chemical substances. — Denios, Louisville,…
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