December 2019

Concrete Contractor December 2019

Lumen high-rise condominium project used SUNDEK’s Sun Stone overlay patterning system to provide a decorative finish over the building's structural concrete. Outdoor common areas on the 7th and 32nd floors received the treatment.

The Lumen Project Tackles Decorative Concrete on a High-Rise

Early entry sawing.

Placing, Finishing, Sawing and Curing Total Concrete Slab Packages

While generators are the most commonly thought of propane-powered equipment, propane can now also power various concrete equipment, including riding trowels, grinders, polishers, floor strippers, dust extractors, shot blasters and concrete saws.

4 Questions Contractors Should Ask When Considering Propane Construction Equipment

While generators are the most commonly thought of propane-powered equipment, propane can now also power various concrete equipment, including riding trowels, grinders, polishers, floor strippers, dust extractors, shot blasters and concrete saws.

4 Questions Contractors Should Ask When Considering Propane Construction Equipment

The Danuser Mega Mixer allows operators to mix, scoop and dispense a variety of materials, including bag-mix concrete. Some of the latest changes to the Mega Mixer include an 8-in. diameter and an 8-in. pitch steel auger for faster mixing and dispensing.

Innovations in Concrete Attachments Boost Uptime, Productivity and Safety

Concrete Influences A Model of Sustainable Design

The Confluence Park project looked to nature for inspiration, using custom pavers to represent the flow of two merging waterways and 29-ft. concrete ‘petals’ to form pavilions.

December 12, 2019

The centerpiece of the Confluence Park Project is the central pavilion made up of 22 concrete “petals” that arch together to form a network of vaults.

Fabric Formwork Helps Contractor Pour Concrete in Frigid Temps

Fab-Form's Fastfoot product makes quick work of a concrete pour, allowing Force Concrete & Masonry to get ahead of frigid winter temperatures and keep its project on track.

December 11, 2019

How to Avoid Broomed Concrete Finish Disputes

Best practices can protect contractors and minimize disputes between job owners and architects.

December 9, 2019

Handleless rope brushes work well on large slabs and in confined areas where handles are awkward.

Concrete Polishing Restores Luster to Vintage Motorcycle Museum

A collaborative effort brought new life to museum's floor, which was stripped of its various floor coverings, stains and wear from decades of heavy traffic.

December 6, 2019

Layers of paint, epoxy, carpeting, luxury vinyl tile and vinyl composite tile once covered the floor at the Moto Museum in St. Louis, which houses some of the rarest motorcycles in the existence.

Crew Foreman Study Your Job Folder

Tips for how construction foremen can improve their performance

August 1, 2019

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How to Close the Maintenance Gap Between Contractor and Custodian

Maintenance of polished concrete floors doesn’t have to be difficult, so long as it is approached correctly.

July 18, 2019

Polished Concrete Floor

QUIKRETE FASTSet Stucco Patch

QUIKRETE FASTSet Stucco Patch makes repairs easy, fast and effective.

March 15, 2019

Fast Set Stucco Patch 20lb 1139 92 Copy

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