Part of the CPC's mission is to establish a clear, concise technical foundation for the concrete polishing industry. The CPC has worked closely with polishing contractors, manufacturers and designers to compile specifications, guidelines, and position statements.
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Publication
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Intended Audience
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Purpose
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Specifications
ACI-ASCC 310.1-20 Specification for Polished Concrete Slab Finishes
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Architects,
Design Community
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A Reference Specification to be cited by A/Es in the Project Specifications on any construction project involving polished concrete on slabs-on-ground and suspended slabs.
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Polished Concrete Appearance Chart
Polished Concrete Aggregate Exposure Chart
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Design Community, Architects,
Owners, GCs, Concrete Slab Contractors
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To set an industry standard
that supports polishing contractors
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Position Statements
#1 Slab Protection by Others
#2 Slip Resistance of Polished Concrete
#3 Coordinating the Concrete and Polishing Contractors Subcontracts
#4 Separation of Semirigid Concrete Floor Joint Fillers
#5 Effects of Slab-Surface Finish Density on Polished Concrete
How to Use CPC Position Statements
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GC,
Architect,
Owner
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Member benefit for contractors to have documents published by a national association that explain and support their interests when dealing with GCs, architects, and owners
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Maintenance Brochure
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Owner
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CPC Member Benefit
A hand off for the polishing contractor to leave with the owner that clearly defines best care for the polished floor.
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GC, Subcontractor,
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CPC Member Benefit
Free high resolution downloadable file for self-printing job-site signs up to 3 ft. x 5 ft. Lists precautions and best practices when working on a polished floor. |
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Checklist for the Polished Concrete Pre-Construction Conference
Supplemental Checklist for Concrete to Receive a Polished Finish
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Polishing Contractors,
Slab Contractors, GC,
Specifiers, Architects
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CPC Member Benefit
To create a conversation prior to construction that will uncover any potential problems for the polishing contractor to meet the specification
To ensure slab to be polished has been delivered as speced, inin order that the owner's vision will be realized.
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