2010 Articles on ChaneyEnterprises.com

• December 29, 2010: Groundbreaking Research at MIT A Boon for Concrete Industry
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) released preliminary research findings this month that will help set a new standard


• December 28, 2010: Chaney Enterprises Receives High Marks from MSHA
Chaney Enterprises received its third consecutive, fully compliant inspection of the sand and gravel production


• November 10, 2010: Chaney Draincrete Showcased in National Green Site Award
A new pervious driveway to the historic Bordley-Randall House in Annapolis garnered national recognition


• November 1, 2010: Chaney Enterprises Receives Regional ABC Award
The American Builders and Contractors-Chesapeake Shores Chapter awarded its 2010 Excellence in Construction Award


• August 20, 2010: 2010 Chaney Foundation Announces Memorial Scholarship Awardee
The Chaney Foundation Board of Directors awarded scholarships to seven students


• August 11, 2010: Pervious Concrete at Cedar Point Federal Credit Union
Cedar Point Federal Credit Union opted to use pervious concrete for a parking lot


• July 7, 2010: Chaney Enterprises Delivery Pros Lead At 2010 Maryland State Truck Driving Championship
For a second consecutive year, Chaney Enterprises aggregate delivery professionals (ADPs) swept


• June 17, 2010: Chaney's Back Yard Bull Roast
Join us in our own back yard for the 2010 Chaney's Back Yard Bull Roast Oct 9, 2010


• June 1, 2010: Steve Tripp Earns NRMCA Certification
Steve Tripp, marketing manager for Chaney Enterprises, received the National Ready Mix Concrete Association’s highest professional


• May 20, 2010: Chaney Enterprises CCO Jan Holt Recognized as Outstanding Woman in the Construction Industry
Jan Holt, chief customer officer (CCO) for Chaney Enterprises, receive the Associated Builders and Contractors Willow Award


• May 19, 2010: Chaney Enterprises Recognized for Excellence in Concrete Construction
The American Concrete Institute (ACI), Maryland Chapter will again honor Chaney Enterprises for Excellence in Concrete


• May 19, 2010: Chaney Enterprises’ Delivery Professionals Wrangle Top Spots in Company Roadeo
Chaney Enterprises’ delivery professionals and heavy equipment operators showed the right stuff in the company’s annual roadeo and picnic


• May 4, 2010: AWE Names Chaney Enterprises an Excellent Workplace for Second Year, Winner of Trailblazer Health & Wellness Award
For a second year in a row, Chaney Enterprises was granted the Alliance for Workplace Excellence Award, representing one of


• April 23, 2010: NRMCA Green-Star Status Granted to Chaney Enterprises
The National Ready Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA) recognized Chaney Enterprises for its outstanding environmental principles and management


• April 1, 2010: Are You Ready to Pave?
I remember in school being told that price was a matter of mixing price and demand.


• April 1, 2010: We Are On The Road To Economic Recovery!
The economic climate in which we are operating is the worst that it has been since the early 1930’s.


• April 1, 2010: Bringing the Comfort of Home to the Outdoors
Spring is finally here and this year more homeowners are bringing the comforts of home out to the backyard.


• April 1, 2010: Avoiding Costly Mistakes and Delays with Proper Testing
Strengths reported to be low due to incorrectly tested concrete can be costly to every-one.


• April 1, 2010: Customers Learn How to Save Time and Money with Flowable Fill and Self-Consolidating Concrete
Everyone wants to do more with less, especially in tough economic times


• April 1, 2010: Lite-Deck® provides permanent insulation while reducing jobsite labor.
An insulating stay-in-place form for reinforced concrete floors, decks, roofs, and other uses


• April 1, 2010: Old Man Winter Hits Maryland Hard
Many thanks go out to the “Get It Done” Crew of the Blizzard of 2010


• March 31, 2010: Chaney Foundation to Offer Beautification Grants
The Chaney Foundation is looking for submittals to its 2010 Beautification Grant program


• February 15, 2010: Concrete Shines at ‘Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’
Chaney Enterprises and partner customers gave their all and showed it


• February 9, 2010: Chaney Foundation Awards $5,000 To the United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore
The Chaney Foundation granted $5,000 to the United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore in 2010


• February 3, 2010: Coalition Launching Campaign to Promote Benefits of Concrete Over Asphalt for Maryland Highway Projects
A coalition of Maryland associations and companies in the ready-mix concrete industry is gearing up to launch an awareness campaign


• January 29, 2010: "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" Featuring Chaney Enterprises, Partner Customers Airs on New Date, February 14
Clear your calendars and set your TIVO to see Chaney Enteprises and partner customers when "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition," airs on a new date, February 14, 2010


• January 19, 2010: Chaney Foundation to Offer Scholarships
The Chaney Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2010 Chaney Foundation Scholarship


• January 2, 2010: Toy Box - Information for Contractors
Chaney Enterprises would like to introduce our newest energy efficient line of building materials.


• January 1, 2010: Unsung Hero
Hollywood Plant Manager Ronnie Ward was recognized as our Unsung Hero


• January 1, 2010: Training - Upcoming class information
Please contact our training director, Arlene Kirby


• January 1, 2010: Concrete Pavement Analyst Software Compares Initial and Lifecycle Costs
When installing a parking lot it is important to look at more than up-front cost.


• January 1, 2010: Kaufman Products Visits The Concrete Store
Alex Kaufman of Kaufman Products visited the Concrete Store.


• January 1, 2010: Visit the Concrete Store for your cold weather concrete needs



• January 1, 2010: “Living Within Your Means” Sustains Us All
To increase your means, you must either earn more or spend less.


• January 1, 2010: Tax Planning Tips
In order to reduce your taxes, it’s important to first understand how your taxes are calculated.


• January 1, 2010: Adding Water to Concrete on the Jobsite
Adding one gallon of water per cubic yard increases the slump by one inch, decreases compressive strength 150 to 200 psi, wastes about ¼ bag of cement, and increases shrinkage by 10%.


• January 1, 2010: Winter Care for Concrete
To improve your customer’s experience and avoid receiving scaling calls, teach them how they can protect their new pavement during the winter months.


• January 1, 2010: Testing Compressive Strength
The compressive strength of concrete is the most common performance measure used by the engineer in designing buildings and other structures.


• January 1, 2010: Proper Cylinder Procedures
Cylinders are created for the purpose of the testing the compressive strength of concrete, concrete’s most common performance measure.


• January 1, 2010: Avoiding Discrepancies in Yield
Apparent concrete shortages are sometimes caused by many things.


• January 1, 2010: How to Order Ready Mixed Concrete
Here are some basic requirements to keep in mind when placing a concrete order.


• January 1, 2010: Hot Weather Concrete Placement
Hot weather can pose several threats to concrete installers.


• January 1, 2010: Guide to Admixtures
Admixtures can enhance the performance and workability of your concrete.


• January 1, 2010: Curing Concrete
The two most important aspects of curing are maintaining adequate moisture content and maintaining proper temperatures.


• January 1, 2010: Cold Weather Concrete Placement
Special precautions should be taken when pouring concrete in cold weather.


• January 1, 2010: Avoiding Concrete Cracks
While it is impossible to ensure that the concrete will be completely crack free, these cracks can be reduced or controlled by following these tips.