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American Society of Concrete Contractors to Hold 14th Annual Conference in Dallas this Fall

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Concrete contractors, manufacturers, designers and other industry professionals will gather for three days of educational events and networking. . -- The American Society of Concrete Contractors will hold its fourteenth Annual Conference Sept. 24-27 at the Hyatt Regency – Dallas, Texas.

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Introducing: World’s First 100% Bio-Based 3D Printed Home

Pro Builder

The University of Maine’s Advanced Structures & Composites Center (ASCC) unveiled a first-of-its-kind bio-based home, utilizing prefabrication and 3D printing techniques. The unique design of the home shows the capabilities of ASCC’s 3D printer. Photo courtesy ASCC. Photo courtesy ASCC.

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Specifying floor finishes: Polished concrete topping slabs with radiant heating

Construction Specifier

While the owner or designer may envision a specific finish, such as mirror-like gloss, no joints, and limited aggregate exposure, these expectations and requirements need to be specifically conveyed to the constructors so they can properly plan and budget. In November 2017, CPC published a new polished concrete aggregate exposure chart.