FAQ

If you’re looking to build your own “Field of Dreams” or simply dry a puddle so the game can go on, Diamond Pro’s General Manager Rene Asprion has the answers.

Internal curing is an innovative approach that provides concrete with much-needed internal water, helping prevent early age shrinkage and enhancing cement hydration. With extensive expertise in lightweight aggregates, Clint Chapman explains the mechanics, benefits, and applications of internal curing, sharing insights into how this process can enhance concrete durability and performance.

With a strong background in horticulture and sustainable landscape practices, Paul Altznauer shares valuable insights into the evolving role of lightweight aggregates in horticulture. Initially used for green roof media and soil amendments, lightweight aggregates are now specified in a wide range of applications, from urban landscaping to specialty designer soils. Here, Paul answers common questions about the effectiveness of lightweight aggregates in horticultural applications.

With over 21 years in the lightweight aggregate industry—15 of those specializing in highway and asphalt products—Barrett Reese has extensive experience with TXDOT highway construction and maintenance projects. As a member of the TXDOT Seal Coat Task Force, AGC Seal Coat Committee, and TXAPA, Barrett answers some of the most frequently asked questions about using lightweight aggregate in asphalt applications.

Bill Wolfe, Arcosa Lightweight’s Technical Manager, has a Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati. Based in Saratoga County, New York, Bill shares his expertise on lightweight block applications, addressing common questions from the construction industry.