Concrete
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Placing Concrete in Cold Weather
With the construction industry operating year-round, concrete is poured and placed no matter the time of year. Although concrete can be placed in cold weather, certain precautions should be taken to ensure the job is handled properly. Take a look at the following five mistakes you want to avoid when
What is Concrete Scaling/Flaking and How do I Prevent It?
What is Concrete Scaling? Scaling is a fairly common problem with concrete. It refers to the flaking or peeling of a hardened concrete surface, typically due to repeated exposure to freeze/thaw cycles. Scaling occurs when parts of the concrete surface start to flake or chip away, eventually exposing the coarse
CarbonCure Now Available at All Ready Mix Locations
Ozinga is pleased to announce that CarbonCureTM technology is now available at all ready mix plants across the company. CarbonCureTM was originally only available at a select few yards, including our Chicago locations, and was previously used during the renovation of McDonald’s flagship store. CarbonCureTM technology introduces recycled carbon dioxide
New OzFlat Series for Superior Flatwork
You’ve probably heard of Ozinga Shield—our signature integral sealer. This Ozinga product was custom made to increase durability and eliminate the need to seal your concrete 30 days post pour. For all flatwork applications, the OzFlat Series is a total solution that includes Ozinga Shield in all three mixture options,
20 Ozinga Plants Earn Excellence in Safety Award
Twenty Ozinga plants were awarded with Excellence in Safety Awards from the National Ready Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA). The Excellence in Safety Awards Program is a three-tier system that bases facilities on the recent OSHA/Bureau of Labor Statistics Incident Rate. Only those plants with rates below the national average receive
Proper ADA Tile Installation Keeps Your Neighborhood Safe
Detectable warning mats for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Solutions are government-mandated tactile warning surfaces that alert visually impaired pedestrians of their proximity to street crossings, transit platforms, or hazardous drop-offs. But in order for these tiles to be effective and keep pedestrians safe, they must be properly installed. ADA
6 Popular Uses for Concrete
Concrete is a durable and versatile building material that is found all over the globe. It’s used on some of the world’s most unique concrete structures, and it can be found regularly throughout your neighborhood. Whether you’re looking to tackle a project or simply want to know more about the
What Are the Three States of Concrete?
When you think of ready mix concrete, you either think of it as a wet building material that you can form into a style necessary for your project or as a hard surface that creates high-rises, sidewalks, homes, playgrounds, and so much more. However, there’s more to concrete than just
10 Fun Concrete Facts
Keeping with the lightheartedness that comes with April Fool’s Day, we decided to take a break from the straight and narrow and lighten things up a bit. Whether you’re interested in concrete, or if you’re looking for some random facts to share with friends and family at your next gathering,
How to Measure Concrete for Stairs
When tackling a concrete project, it’s important to know how much concrete you will need. Calculating your concrete will vary based on what type of project you’re completing. For instance, the amount of concrete needed for a driveway will be much different than the amount of concrete needed for stairs.
How to Choose a Concrete Contractor
When you have a concrete project, hiring the right concrete contractor is important. No matter if you’re interested in a driveway, patio, walkway, or other type of project, there are plenty of professionals out there who can help you. However, because you want to ensure your project is done right,
DIY Concrete: How to Prepare Your Subgrade
Working with exterior flatwork requires a great deal of planning, and if you’re tackling your own DIY concrete project, you need to ensure you’re fully prepared. Not only should you know how much concrete you need, but you will also want to make sure you properly prepare your subgrade. After