Concrete: The Long-Term Choice

Cement, stone, sand and water equal concrete: the world's most versatile and most-used construction material. And it's built to last.

Natural cement was used by the ancient Chinese and Egyptians, and later the Romans perfected concrete mixtures to build their roads, aqueducts and great monuments.

It wasn't until 1909 that ready-mixed concrete was first delivered - by horse and carriage, using paddles turned by a cart's wheels to mix the concrete en route to job sites. Later came motorized transit mixers and, by the 1940s, the modern ready-mixed concrete truck began appearing on the nation's roadways.

When you choose concrete, you're choosing a material that is flexible and strong. It keeps us safe. It allows us to get to work safely.

Concrete is Versatile
Ready-mixed concrete is an amazingly versatile construction material. It's ideal for many jobs, especially large projects where space is limited for a mixing plant and aggregate stockpiles.

Concrete is Strong & Durable
The durability of concrete is unmatched. It does not twist, warp or creak with age. Concrete is also known for its strength, fire resistance and severe weather protection.

Concrete Looks Good
Advances in technology have led to an exciting array of new design effects, colors, textures and shapes for decorative concrete. With acid-etched stains and pattern stamping, concrete now gives indoor living areas and exterior pavements a truly distinctive character.

Concrete is a Smart Investment
Concrete is a high-value product. Its strength and long-term performance means concrete is easy to maintain and a superior return on investment.