Blog posts of '2026' 'July'

Placing Concrete in Hot Weather: What to Be Aware of

Hot weather creates significant problems for concrete placement operations, although it is not just the elevated air temperature causing issues. Wind, low humidity, and even bright sunlight often accompany hot weather, and each can negatively affect all phases of batching, transport, placing, and curing. When two or more of these factors combine, challenges multiply exponentially.

The combined impacts of temperature, relative humidity, and...

Concrete is a versatile material used in countless applications, but even the best pours can crack. Learn what causes concrete to crack, which cracks are harmless and which are serious, and the steps you can take to track and prevent damage, keeping your concrete strong for years to come.