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2022 at home AIA Education

Online AIA learning credits Many of our manufacturer’s offer their learning modules at American Training Solutions.  Understanding “Wood Aesthetic” Cladding and Soffit Technologies. American Training Solutions. Quickly found by searching by Sponsors and selecting Geolam.  Green Umbrella Systems offers four courses. Can be located quickly by searching under Concrete in Topics. Daniel Duffy

New Product Offerings

Roofscreen has something new Decorative Paneling and a new lightweight screen Did you know that Roofscreen has a line of custom decorative paneling?  Are you searching for a competitor to Parasoleil?  Visit the decorative paneling products at Roofscreen.com today to learn more.  Sshh… don’t tell anyone… but there is a new lightweight screen coming in 2023.  Something […]

Why a 309 Cure and Seal

Why does concrete want a 309 Cure and Seal?A 309 cure and seal is a type of concrete curing compound used to prevent the loss of moisture from freshly placed concrete. The product is applied to the surface of the concrete after it has been finished and helps to maintain a suitable level of moisture, promoting proper […]

The #1 Reason for a 309 Cure and Seal

Concrete Warranty Claim The Number One reason for specifying and using a true 309 Cure and Seal is to provide a warrantable floor.  Should you have a claim, the insurance company is going to reference the various material produced by the American Concrete Institute (ACI).  If your finishing product is a *309-like product you should seek […]

What is Tilt Wall Construction

A Brief overview of Tilt Wall Construction Tilt wall construction is a type of concrete construction method where the walls of a building are cast on site, in a vertical position and then tilted into their final position. This construction method is commonly used for large commercial, industrial and institutional structures such as warehouses, distribution […]