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For crews who work in construction and concrete, ready mix truck drums aren’t just a tool of the trade. They’re the element that makes their very livelihood possible. For that reason, they know just about everything there is to know about that drum — how it works, the materials it mixes and the best way to care for it, too. Of course, when it comes [...]

At first glance, the question of concrete truck capacity might seem pretty cut and dried. After all, when you research your available options, you’re specifically told what a given drum is rated to hold. And since many redi mix concrete trucks on the road today are rated for anywhere from eight to 11 yards of concrete, shouldn’t it stand to reason that their drums can [...]

As the construction labor shortage continues making headlines, companies everywhere find themselves getting creative when it comes to hiring, or simply learning to get the job done with a leaner crew. Concrete and construction teams are an industrious bunch, and even though they’re finding ways to make it work, it doesn’t mean they aren’t coming up against obstacles. Here, we’ve pulled together a few construction [...]

When talk of April showers, storm season or wetter-than-usual weather enters the mix, there's one question that comes to mind for many construction pros and DIYers: Can you pour concrete in the rain? And honestly, the answer might surprise you. You can, in fact, pour concrete when the weather takes a turn, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you should. Read on to learn all about [...]

As a concrete or construction pro, you’re likely familiar with all kinds of problems with concrete. And whether you’re called in to repair damaged or flaking material other companies have poured, or you’re interested in finding ways to avoid such troubles during your next job, it pays to understand the ins and outs of such issues. The General Chipping team has pulled together three common [...]