Sources: Clayco Corp., St. Louis; CP staff Leading design-build and self-perform concrete contractor Clayco has launched a namesake integrated project delivery business unit, Compute, to capitalize on the rapidly growing demand for advanced data center and quantum computing construction. The surge reflects a bipartisan consensus that America’s national security is reliant upon onshore production of emerging technologies, plus private sector…
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Concrete Masonry Checkoff builds Block Design Collective staff
Sources: Concrete Masonry Checkoff Board, Denver; CP staff The Concrete Masonry Checkoff has appointed technical directors for two of five U.S. regions in the virtual Block Design Collective, a visionary design assistance portal where architects and engineers can access complementary building project services. Charles “Chuck” Rotondo and Tino Kalayil, P.E. will respectively lead the assembly and activation of their localized…
Read MoreEnergetic World of Concrete 2025 draws nearly 58,000
Sources: Informa Markets, Irving, Texas; CP staff World of Concrete, staged January 20-23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, helped the construction industry kicked off 2025 with a gathering of 57,908 registered professionals. The show featured 1,522 exhibitors across indoor booth or outdoor display and demonstration areas. They featured concrete or cement plant, fleet and material handling equipment, plus tools,…
Read MoreCIM Auction gross revenue eclipses $2 million
Sources: Concrete Industry Management National Steering Committee; CP staff The National Steering Committee for the Concrete Industry Management program reports gross revenue of $2.15 million for its annual auction, held January 22 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in conjunction with the World of Concrete. Leading the event’s top draws were mixer truck donations from Mack Trucks and Revolution Concrete…
Read MoreSafety training program suits concrete, pumping contractors
Source: American Concrete Pumping Association, Lewis Center, Ohio With a World of Concrete 2025 backdrop, the American Concrete Pumping Association announced the Coworker Safety Training Program, geared for 55,000-plus contractors in the U.S. who work with and around concrete pumps. The program is on track for a spring launch and represents another milestone in an ACPA initiative to build a…
Read MoreACI-318-25 sets new standard for structural concrete
Source: American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, Mich. The latest version of the American Concrete Institute’s flagship document builds on a predecessor version with significant updates, including a new sustainability appendix that reflects modern construction practices, revised requirements for post-installed reinforcing bars, and enhanced provisions for shear friction. Additional updates in ACI 318-2025: Building Code for Structural Concrete – Code Requirements…
Read MoreContractor bid protests sink federal project labor agreement rule
Sources: Associated Builders and Contractors, Washington, D.C.; CP staff The U.S. Court of Federal Claims ruled in favor of Associated Builders and Contractors members in their challenge of a Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council rule requiring project labor agreements on federal construction jobs of $35 million or more. The contractors filed 12 bid protests against three federal agencies abiding an FAR…
Read MoreHidden in the hillside
The American Society of Civil Engineers’ Southern Idaho Section has awarded the Whistle Pig Tank development Project of the Year in the less than $10 million category. The 2.65-million-gallon concrete tank provides vital water supply to South Ada County, Idaho residents and businesses, and is fully buried within a steep hillside to harmonize with its surroundings. Developed in collaboration with…
Read MoreHigh pressure hydraulic hose
The X-Life XCP5 is a flexible, braided hose for tight bend, high-pressure hydraulic applications in construction equipment requiring extra abrasion resistance. Available in 3/8-, 1/2- and 3/4-in. sizes, it performs in temperatures ranging from -40° to 212°F and can be crimped with the manufacturer’s B2 fittings, which are constructed from a single piece of steel without brazed or welded joints—providing…
Read MoreTote temperature control
Tote Heaters feature dual thermostats and provide full coverage to heat tote contents quickly, economically, and efficiently. Maintaining tote contents at a desired temperature ensures consistency and prevents freezing or overheating of materials. By maintaining consistent temperatures, tote heaters can improve the efficiency of processes involving heated or temperature-controlled materials, ensuring better results, and reducing waste. Adjustable straps enable the…
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