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We were pleased to debut our new DY Concrete Pumps Inc. 57X-6RZ  in Las Vegas at the World of Concrete and ConExpo shows this year in the DY Concrete Pumps booth. Mounted on a 6-axle Mack Trucks chassis, this unit is road [...]

Concrete is a durable construction material that has been used by builders for centuries. Crews are quick to use concrete as it's affordable and molds into various shapes, thicknesses and sizes for structures and surfaces. Concrete offers plenty of benefits [...]

The concept of staining concrete is similar to altering the color of materials such as wood. Instead of creating an opaque surface through paint, staining provides several hues and tones for concrete through different solutions and techniques. Practice makes perfect [...]

You can find concrete almost anywhere you look, including buildings, bridges, walls, swimming pools, roadways, airport runways, floors, patios or even a cement house. All of these structures depend on a man-made material with a simple formula. How is all [...]

Though concrete is a durable material, it's still prone to chips and cracks from: Temperature change Ground movement Shrinkage Heavy loads Uneven drying Whether the crack is small or large, you'll need to seal it right away before it creates [...]

Installing a concrete slab involves more than just pouring it out. A lot of planning and work go into the preparation, installation and aftercare for concrete. Doing it right the first time will ensure that the project is as durable [...]

If you have never considered using recycled concrete at your worksite, you could be missing out. Recycled concrete has numerous economic and environmental benefits, and can be used in many commercial, industrial and residential applications. What Is Recycled Concrete? Recycled [...]

With origins dating back to ancient Romans, the history of concrete has shown that it has been a staple material in the world for many, many years. Concrete, known for its durable, long-lasting qualities, can be used for many things. [...]

With its use in sturdy, modern constructions, you may not think of concrete as a historic building material. However, the substance comes with a rich past. Just because there weren't cement trucks driving around during the days of ancient Rome doesn't mean past cultures couldn't build with concrete. [...]

Concrete Shrinkage Concrete shrinkage is the loss of concrete volume during the curing process due to changes in moisture content. While you need water for concrete workability, losing moisture leads to shrinkage, which is the primary cause of cracks and [...]

Concrete is a miraculous substance. Extremely hard and durable, it is an ideal material for construction, whether you are building the foundation of an apartment building or an outdoor pool. One drawback of concrete is that it has a tendency [...]

What is Curing? What Makes Concrete Harden? How Long Does Concrete Take to Fully Cure? What Factors Impact the Amount of Time Concrete Takes to Set? Concrete is one of the most widely used building materials, known for its durability [...]

What if you wanted a commercial or industrial floor that had it all? One that could stand up to wear without the need for serious maintenance, one that could look beautiful and last a lifetime, all while being extremely affordable? [...]