Expertise
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
The 411 on Recycled Concrete: Uses, Benefits, and How To
Old and unwanted concrete can be an eyesore and inhibit the process of a project. Many people think they only have two options: work around it or get rid of it. However, trying to work around old concrete is equivalent to putting lipstick on a pig—it won’t look good—and tossing
Common Concrete Problems and How to Fix Them
Concrete can add beauty and durability to many residential and commercial projects. It works great on driveways, patios, parking lots, walkways, roads, and so much more, and it creates a timeless look. While concrete offers many benefits, it’s not always perfect. Improper processes and maintenance, as well as certain weather
How to Clean Concrete
Concrete is an attractive and durable material that’s perfect for a variety of residential and commercial applications. Knowing how to clean concrete can help your patio, driveway, countertop, floor, etc. remain aesthetically pleasing while also extending its service life.
How to Maintain Concrete
Whether you have a large concrete driveway or a small concrete patio, you want to extend the life of the flatwork and keep it looking great for a long time. Knowing how to maintain concrete can be the difference between concrete that grabs attention versus concrete that people are scared
Crushed Stone vs. Pea Gravel: What’s the Difference?
Whether you’re looking to add some landscaping or are trying to find the best aggregate for a project, two popular options you will consider are crushed stone and pea gravel. Some people may believe that these two products are interchangeable, and while each can be used for similar applications, they’re
5 Best Stones for Backfill
Construction projects typically require a vast amount of digging and these holes will eventually need to be filled. Backfill refers to the material used to refill an excavated hole, and it is typically used to strengthen and support a structure’s foundation while also promoting better water drainage. Stone is a
Understanding Crushed Stone Grades
Crushed stone is a versatile product that has many uses, from base material for pavers to decorating landscapes. If you have dealt with crushed stone in the past, you likely noticed that there are different grades (sizes) associated with it. These grades are determined based on the size of the
Compressor Efficiency Test Nets Huge Energy Savings at Ozinga’s South Bend Plant
Our Energy Efficiency Team worked with the plant operations and maintenance departments at our South Bend plant to fine tune our compressed air system.
What is RNG and Why Do I Need It for My Fleet?
Renewable natural gas (RNG), also known as dairy gas or biogas, is the most impactful and best form of renewable natural gas available today.
Ozinga Donates Fly Ash for 2020 Concrete Industry Management Auction
Ozinga made a “big” donation at the World of Concrete (WOC) Concrete Industry Management (CIM) Auction this year—five bulk hauler loads of fly ash from our Joppa, Illinois plant.
Together There’s Nothing We Can’t Handle – Taylor Excavating
During a recent excavation job in Skokie, Illinois, Taylor Excavating and Wrecking Inc. had 175 loads of broken concrete that needed to be swapped out for 100 loads of aggregate, but they weren’t able to crush the leftover concrete onsite.