Austin Bailey, WB Construction (courtesy of Patrick Harrison)
Polished concrete slabs continue to grow in popularity, necessitating that the contractor has the methods to produce them in the highest consistent quality. Early polished concrete floors began in the 1990s but by 2019, polished concrete floors accounted for approximately 53.5% of the U.S. market share of the concrete floor coatings market in terms of revenue, according to Grand View Research. Polished concrete slabs are found today in grocery stores, offices, retail, big box and residential. The increased use is fueled by the features polished concrete floors provide, such as high durability, long lifespan, easy maintenance, cost-effectiveness, high light reflectivity and aesthetic appeal. As expected, this sector is projected to increase in the coming years.
Baker Concrete Exec Receives ASCC Safety Award
The Safety and Rick Management Council of the American Society of Concrete Contractors announced the winner of its ASCC Member Owner/Executive Safety Award for 2020.
December 17, 2020
Fender.
The Safety and Rick Management Council (SRMC) of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), St. Louis, announced that Ken Fender, senior vice president, Baker Concrete Construction, Washington D.C., received the ASCC Member Owner/Executive Safety Award for 2020, presented Sept. 23 at the association’s Annual Conference.
The purpose is to annually recognize one owner/executive of a contractor member company who displays a clear focus and passion for safety and provides the leadership that creates a best-in-class safety culture.
More info on American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC)
The American Society of Concrete Contractors was formed by and for concrete contractors and others who provide services and goods to the industry. It is a powerful organization of contractors who share the same goals – to improve their businesses and their roles as contractors. Members include contracting firms, manufacturers, suppliers, designers and other professionals. There are over 500 member companies in the U.S. and abroad.
ASCC seeks to be the voice of the concrete contractor, serving as a collective instrument to give them a stronger presence in the construction industry.
ASCC is committed to helping members enhance the quality of their construction and their businesses. Contractors become better equipped to improve all aspects of their performance with the help of valuable information and member interaction.