The concrete industry has taken some heat lately on the issue of sustainability. Certain groups or individuals who are concerned about global warming have been critical of the concrete industry...
I’m following an active and interesting discussion on LinkedIn moderated by the ACI Group. The dialogue begins with this question: “Why is concrete shrinking more now than ever before?” The group...
One of the most common questions I get asked is “How long is your warranty?” The person asking the question is looking for a specific length of time. If I simply reply “10 years,” then very often the...
I attended the World of Concrete (WoC) in Las Vegas this year after skipping it in 2010. The year prior, in February 2009, was notable for being the first WoC that followed the financial crisis of...
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is a non-profit organization devoted to all matters related to concrete. Their extensive documentation and educational programs have made them the go-to resource...
Having the 2022 World Cup in Qatar Will Benefit the Construction Industry
The awarding of the 2022 World Cup to Qatar last Thursday is great news for the country’s construction industry. It...
Kryton is celebrating two remarkable successes this week. The Best Company in BC Awards named us best in the field of Manufacturing, Construction and Distribution, recognizing our hard work and...
If you’ve followed the necessary steps to prevent cracks from forming in concrete structures and how to control them and are unsuccessful, you may be faced with a leak that requires repair. The...
In my last blog post I explored in detail the necessary steps required to prevent cracks from forming in concrete structures. The next step in crack prevention is controlling it. This is accomplished...
