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{Concrete Knowledge}

Concrete Knowledge

A remarkable trait of concrete; it's plastic and, in its mixed and ready to use state, can be molded or formed into any shape, and becomes strong and durable when hardened. Due to these qualities, concrete can be used to build skyscrapers, bridges,
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{The Right Material for the Application}

The Right Material for the Application

We are seeing a change in viewpoint on building material costs, shifting from solely what it costs to build the surface or structure, to include the over all costs to manage the life cycle of a surface or a structure. The simple reason being that
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{Cool Uses and Finishes}

Cool Uses and Finishes

Concrete texturing can be accomplished using any standard concrete mix. The concrete is placed, leveled and lightly finished, and at the appropriate time, the release agent is applied to the concrete. Texturing tools are then placed on the release agent
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{Safety}

Safety

Safety tips for working with concrete; Protect your skin, head, eyes, ears, feet, and back. WARNING:Contact with wet (unhardened) concrete mortar cement, or cement mixtures, can cause skin irritation, severe chemical burns (third-degree), or serious eye
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{ARMCA'S AGM and Convention}

ARMCA'S AGM and Convention

Record breaking attendance at ARMCA's 2012 AGM & Convention. A total of 217 delegates, spouses, guests, and children enjoyed ARMCA's 50th anniversary celebrations where they were entertained by Paul Brandt; Canada's most awarded male country music star.
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Concrete Stories from the Communities Camrose - Turning Lane The turning lane at 51st street and 48th avenue in Camrose, Alberta, suffered from severe rutting problems. Each asphalt resurfacing resulted in only temporary relief
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{About homes built with ICF walls}

About homes built with ICF walls

ICFs are polystyrene forms that stack like blocks with steel rebar inside. Once these blocks are assembled, concrete is poured into the hollow core of the block to create walls.
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{Concrete Details }

Concrete Details

In summary... although the terms cement and concrete often are used interchangeably, cement is actually an ingredient of concrete. Concrete is basically a mixture of aggregates and paste. The aggregates are sand and gravel or crushed stone; the paste is w
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The difference between cement and concrete

Why concrete cracks

Steps to Great Concrete

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