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The benefits of going for decorative concrete surfaces

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One thinks about concrete surfaces and the first thing that comes to the mind is the drab and dreary gray shade without any patterns or visual hues. As a result, these public areas remain what they are – dull slabs to the stone that offer zero aesthetic appeal. However constant innovation in new-age concrete overlay technology has changed this perception for the better and brought about the advent of  decorative concrete surfaces . We now see beautifully designed public areas like driveways, sidewalks, median intersections, and crosswalks. The curb appeal of such areas has gone up tremendously. With a range of design, patterns, colors, and textures now possible on the pavements, the people using these streets too appreciate the bright look radiate by these surfaces. The reason behind this is the application of cutting-edge concrete polymers like Endurablend. The concrete surface treatments are known to provide a higher level of durability to asphalt or concrete surfaces on whic

How buffered bike lanes offer additional safety value to cyclists?

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A buffered bike lane is a great way to clearly demarcate the boundaries within which bikes and motor vehicles can run without colliding with each other. With rising car density, bikers are wary of operating on the same roads where these motor vehicles run. This is why many municipalities have come up with the idea of a bike lane that segregates the two modes of transportation. When a biker gets into a car lane, there is always a danger of facing nicks and scrapes from four-wheelers. With a dedicated bike lane, this risk is eliminated effectively. Conversely, even motor vehicles were wary of driving on roads that had a high percentage of cyclists running on the road. With inadvertent lane changes and sudden movement, they can pose a safety risk to themselves as well as to the motor vehicle owner. This is why green bike lanes have emerged as a win-win for both parties. Why a green bike lane needs to be buffered? A typical layout of a regular bike lane is that a thin line separa

Why airport runway markings are crucial for flight operations?

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Even the busiest air traveler would have been mesmerized by the intricate and detailed marketing present on the surface of taxiways and runways. For the untrained eye they may looking like a random arrangement of arrows, lines, dashes, and dots. It is interesting to note that every marking like the  runway centerline marking  denotes an important point and is needed for safe takeoffs and landing of the aircraft. Some of the key types of  runway markings  cover runway designation, threshold markers and touchdown zones. Many pilots, ATC technicians, and ground staff also rely on centerlines and runway aiming point markings so that the aircraft doesn’t overshoot the runway surfaces and go beyond the end of the runway in an attempt to make a landing.

White Plains NY Court Street- A Classic Case in Aesthetic Decorative Pavement Surfaces

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The long held notion that public areas need to appear dull and boring is long gone. In its place, we see many  pedestrian plazas  being decorated with designer floor surfaces. It not only offers better resilience to heavy foot traffic but also adds a dash of glamour to the overall aesthetic value of the surrounding area. Nowadays, it is common to find many areas adorned with beautiful patterns, textures, and colors on the common areas’ floor surfaces. This is made possible with new age civil engineering marvels like Endurablend. Companies like Pavement Surface Coatings are at the forefront with their experience on the new age ultra- thin concrete polymer. Endurablend consists of a polymer modified cement that is applied at a thickness of 1/8 inch. This not only raises its friction capabilities, but also prevents issues like de-icing materials, and petroleum spills from impacting safety of pedestrians. The best part is that it can be pigmented to any color and offers unlimited