Storm Shelter Design Guidance — Spaces4Learning

Winds of Change: Storm Shelter Design Guidance By Matthew H. Johnson, Andrea La Greca, Connor J. Bruns 09/01/19 PHOTO © SOLARSEVEN The Natinoal Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports an average of 1,000 tornadoes per year in the United States, mostly in the Great Plains states. However, prior to 2000, there was limited guidance for […]

Don’t Ignore Cracks and Joints Underneath Decorative Overlays

“Overlays are not designed to repair cracks,” says Tim Lowe of Increte Systems. But if a crack is left unrepaired it will result in problems, including causing the overlay to crack and fail itself. Crack must always be cleaned prior to repair. Lowe suggests filling cracks with an epoxy and then broadcasting silica sand over […]

BestBond From: Abatron Inc. | For Construction Pros

Abatron’s three high bond strength adhesives for concrete are based on epoxy technology and designed for anchoring, crack repair and filling expansion joints. BestBond Anchor anchors posts, bolts and rebar to concrete, stone masonry and most rigid surfaces. BestBond Crack Repair fills and repairs cracks with flexibility that prevents recracking due to seasonal temperature changes. […]