Category: Industry News & Facts@

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 [...]

May is International Drum Month, a lesser-known holiday that — in our minds, at least — deserves more recognition than it receives. Why? Because, although it was developed in honor of the percussion instrument, it also presents an ideal opportunity to pay homage to the concrete mixing drum. (And at General Chipping, we think those drums are pretty great.) The truth is, concrete and construction [...]

Just as there are all sorts of concrete varieties aimed at helping projects meet specific needs and goals, there are various types of cement, too. (That’s right — this seemingly simple ingredient isn’t that simple after all.) At General Chipping, we love spreading word about our industry and the tools and ingredients that make our work possible. Read on for a quick overview of the [...]

“How much concrete do I need to complete my project?” Whether you head up a concrete construction crew or are a DIY master on your own home turf, it’s a question you’ve likely pondered from time to time. After all, if you buy too much concrete, you’re left with costly excess. Buy too little and you can’t complete your work. The good news is, helpful [...]