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ASTM update reduces wait time for RH test results in concrete

Earlier this month, ASTM International published its revised ASTM F2170, Standard Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor Slabs Using in situ Probes. The updated standard reduces the mandatory wait period before obtaining official, documentable results from an in-situ relative humidity (RH) moisture test performed in concrete floor slabs from 72 to 24 hours.

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ACI convention coming to Salt Lake City

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) will host its spring convention from March 25 to 29 at the Grand America Hotel and the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah. More than 2000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, and manufacturers are expected to convene at the event to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications, and practices. The theme of the convention is ‘Concrete Elevated.’

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Recognizing exceptional concrete design

Last week, the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) announced the winners of its 55th annual design awards program. The organization recognized 21 projects with awards of excellence out of more than 100 submissions from producers, engineers, and architects across the country.

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