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Maryland Examining All State-Owned Bridges

Doug Enright | February 27, 2015

Maryland’s Department of Transportation (DoT) is in the process of an emergency inspection of 27 of its state-owned bridges. This was ordered immediately by the head of the Maryland DoT after a piece of concrete fell from the bottom of Interstate 495’s overpass in Morningside. The DoT is inspecting all 27 state-owned bridges to ensure […]

Dripping Springs Texas Weary About Concrete Plant

Doug Enright | February 26, 2015

Whenever progress is to be made, there’s those that don’t believe progress is necessary. When it comes to building, you’ll see people on both sides of progress. Some want to hold it back, some want to encourage it, and sometimes it takes time to find middle-ground so both sides can co-exist and progress. A Dripping […]

How to Seal Concrete

Doug Enright | February 25, 2015

When you’re laying concrete, sealing concrete should be on your mind. However, did you know a majority of contractors out there don’t mention it? There’s different reasons why this is overlooked, mostly because it’s an individual projects choice. For example, if you’re redoing your concrete garage floor, you may not always need to seal it […]

Concrete Monolith Installed for Kentucky Dam Project

Doug Enright | February 23, 2015

The Kentucky Dam is currently undergoing renovations and retrofits with concrete technology seeking to make the dam stronger and more technologically relevant than ever before. The US Army Corps of Engineers, Nashville District, are working on the project and are getting ready to install a concrete monolith to the Kentucky Lock Addition project. This concrete […]

California Aqueduct Project Almost Complete

Doug Enright | February 19, 2015

The California Aqueduct in Hisperia, California is undergoing a major restoration and concrete is at the forefront of the design and update. The aqueduct is underground restoration and earthquake retrofits, making it stronger and more reliable in the event of the big one. Aqueducts have often been made of concrete over time, and the Roman […]

New Concrete Silos Created for Hudson River Bridge Project

Doug Enright | February 18, 2015

There’s different ways to handle all sorts of concrete building projects across the nation. Whether it is bridge building, foundation laying or something different, sometimes you have to come up with creative ways to deal with issues that can keep you from finishing up a project. In Pennsylvania, a creative solution has been developed to […]

Watch Out for Concrete Barriers Hidden in Snow

Doug Enright | February 16, 2015

When heavy snow falls, as we’re seeing this spring in Boston, and across the Northeast, there’s hidden disasters waiting to happen under the snow. While heavy snow should keep drivers at home, you’ll find many people who think they can still navigate snowy streets. This is where things get dangerous. When heavy snow falls, you […]

3D Concrete Coming to a Project Near You

Doug Enright | February 13, 2015

3D printing is changing the way just about everyone does anything. While 3D printers are still out of the reach of most of the consumer base, many construction industries are starting to use 3D printers to make things easier during projects. Let’s look at how 3D printing could change the concrete industry and how it’s […]

Different Ways Concrete is Used at Home

Doug Enright | February 12, 2015

Every once in a while you come across a story about concrete that makes you wonder why people do the things they do with concrete. Concrete is one of the most versatile building materials out there. When molded within a structure, it can be set in just about any way you can imagine. This leads […]

OK Concrete Project Delayed

Doug Enright | February 11, 2015

Any concrete project, just like any type of project in the world, can be delayed by just about anything. We know that sounds rough and almost like an uncommitted response to issues that come up, it’s just the way it works. Everything from weather to labor disputes to unexpected issues pop up causing concrete project […]

The Story of the Willbee Family Concrete Business

Doug Enright | February 10, 2015

The Willbee family has been in the concrete business for over 100 years. Most businesses, especially family run, can’t even come close to the trials and tribulations that lead you to endure this long in any industry. Let’s look at the Willbee family concrete business: The Willbee Concrete Valuts and Willbee Transit-Mix Co. Stepehen Willbee, […]

Why Painted Concrete Can Cause Slip Issues

Doug Enright | February 6, 2015

Concrete can be decorated in more ways than you think. Whether you use paint or stamps, concrete can be more creative than just a grey slab on the ground or at use for a project. Painted concrete, however, when cheaply done, can be a safety hazard for anybody walking on it during slick conditions, such […]

Sacramento Kings Getting New Arena

Doug Enright | February 5, 2015

The arena that will house National Basketball Association (NBA) team the Sacramento Kings is undergoing concrete pours that will help reinforce the structure and help update it for the future. The concrete pour will occur Friday, February 6, 2015, with others scheduled throughout the month. These concrete pours will make up the barrier of the […]

Enright is Your Denver Concrete Company

Doug Enright | February 4, 2015

If you’re looking for a Denver concrete company that cares about your next project, you’ve found it in Enright. Enright can help with all your concrete projects, big or small, and can help give you an estimate that gives you a clear picture of not only what it’ll cost but how long it’ll take to […]

Who to Report Sidewalk Cracks To

Doug Enright | January 30, 2015

Have you ever driven through a parking lot or walked down a sidewalk and noticed what bad condition either surface was in? Perhaps, you’re hit a pothole that’s damaged your car or sprained your ankle due to damaged concrete. If that’s the case, you’re not alone. But what do you do afterwards? You can deal […]

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