CONCRETE THOUGHTS

Five Reasons to Use Concrete Control Joints

Random crack in a concrete slab.
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Protection Against Major Flooding

As we move swiftly into the future, there are few places on the planet safe from flooding.

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March to the Sky - Part Four

The Burj Khalifa in the background
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Warm Weather Concreting Hazards

Concreting in and of itself can be a fickle mistress under the best of conditions - throw in sweltering summer heat, and you could have a recipe for disaster on your hands – a situation Kryton...

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Sheet Membranes Leak - Stickman Fact #1

FACT: All waterproofing sheet membranes have an estimated life expectancy for when they will need to be replaced. This life expectancy is shortened even further if there are tears to the membrane...

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Risky East Boston Waterfront Project Protected by KIM

The stunning views of Boston’s skyline will soon be appreciated by a brand new community.

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Why Shotcrete?

As the choices in concrete technologies continue to evolve, the shotcrete method of installing concrete continues to grow in popularity. Many shotcrete advocates would tell you that if you are not...

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Blind-Sided

Significant excavation is needed to apply sheet membranes. Sometimes, this is not possible and the membrane needs to be added before the concrete, leading to a blindside application.
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Facing a Flash Flood – How to Prepare your Basement

Flash flood disasters happen with little or no warning, and can change the landscape of a city in less than 30 minutes. Between June 1st and July 10th 2013, we have seen the horrifying results of...

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