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Forming Manager Destry Kenning Discusses the Reactivity of Aluminum Forms in Concrete Facts Magazine!

In this article, Destry Kenning discusses methods for seasoning aluminum forms as a solution to dealing with the reactivity between aluminum and concrete. Proper preparations are crucial in order to prevent buildup and achieve smoother surfaces. Read "Dealing with the Reactivity of Aluminum Forms and Concrete" in the Summer 2018 edition of Concrete Facts magazine!

Read the full article here!

Check out Destry's informative article straightaway! If you'd like to see what Nox-Crete can do to help you achieve smooth forms, then contact Destry. You can reach him at DKenning@nox-crete.com or 402-504-9232.

Aluminum Forms and Concrete: A Chemical Reaction

For more information, look for Destry Kenning's article, "Dealing with the Reactivity of Aluminum Forms and Concrete" in the Summer 2018 edition of Concrete Facts magazine. It's part 1 of a 4-part series so stay tuned for more!

Are you seeing veins or worm-like trails on your concrete panels? There's a reason for that. The elemental aluminum present in the aluminum forms is very reactive with the cementitious materials in concrete. Chemical reactions are much stronger than physical reactions and the results are concrete buildup. Additionally, hydrogen gas creates bubbles on the concrete surfaces. As these bubbles migrate upward, they leave these unsightly trails on your panels.

There are ways to prevent these problems. You can try a resinous coating on the aluminum form surface, but there are pros and cons to a heavy coating and a thin coating. Another option is to react the aluminum with something in advance to prevent or minimize further reaction when it comes into contact with the concrete. This process is known as "seasoning". Read the article to see what Kenning has to say about various seasoning methods!

See our new Article on Organic Acid Concrete Removers in Concrete Contractor Magazine!

Inform yourself of the dangers of working with muriatic acid and learn about the benefits of removing concrete buildup with an organic acid based product in Lisa Wells' article, "Safe Alternatives to Muriatic Acid" in the April/May 2018 issue of Concrete Contractor magazine.

Read the full article here on page 50!

Anyone in the concrete industry knows how difficult removing built-up concrete on tools and equipment can be. Many turn to muriatic acid to do the cleaning but this chemical is dangerous to those using it and anyone close enough to inhale its fumes. It's also highly corrosive and will damage many of your tools.

There are safer, organic-acid based alternatives that actually do a better job. Blast-Off, for example, is made from sugar beets and it turns caked-on concrete to mush that easily washes away. And Blast-Off is safe to use on all surfaces, even rubber, glass, metal, and electrical components.

Marty O’Mara Joins Nox-Crete as New Decorative Market Segment Manager

Marty O’Mara joined Nox-Crete Products Group in April with over 20 years of sales and marketing experience in the construction market, focusing on commercial, industrial and transportation. Marty brings technical sales skills to the previously unfilled Decorative Market Segment Manager role as well as know-how in developing new distribution and expanding new markets. Through seminars, trade shows and hands-on training, Marty is well established in the architectural, engineering, and contracting community. Extensive training experience with decorative products, curing and sealing compounds, waterproofing, and cementitious repairs make Marty an especially great fit for this role. Welcome, Marty!

Organic Acid vs. Muriatic Acid for Concrete Buildup Removal

Look for our article, "Safe Alternatives to Muriatic Acid" in the coming-very-soon April/May issue of Concrete Contractor magazine (a brand of AC Business Media) to learn more about the benefits of using an organic acid based concrete remover.

Are you still using muriatic acid to remove concrete buildup from your tools, equipment and machinery? Did you know there's another way that's safer for you and the environment and is even more effective? An organic acid based concrete remover like Blast-Off is ideal for safe, effective concrete buildup and splatter removal.

Here are a few Highlights of the Differences between Muriatic and Organic Acid

Read the article in Concrete Contractor - coming soon! - for even more information!