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GFP Supports Concrete Cares

GFP Supports Concrete Cares

2021 marks another year for Concrete Cares using this wonderful material as the theme for helping families who have loved ones stricken by cancer and GFP Cement Contractors, LLC wanted to help! 2020 presented several challenges and obstacles to overcome. … Read More

ABC Excellence in Construction Award - Poplar Island Spillway

ABC Excellence in Construction Award – Poplar Island Spillway

DESIGN AND CRAFTSMANSHIP The Poplar Island spillway project was engineered by the United States Army Corps of Engineers in early 2018. Originally, GFP Cement Contractors was not a part of this project; only after GFP Mobile Mix Supply (an affiliate … Read More

GFP Cement Contractors, LLC Named Accredited Quality Contractor by ABC, Achieving Elite Status in Safety, Education and Culture

GFP Cement Contractors, LLC Named Accredited Quality Contractor by ABC, Achieving Elite Status in Safety, Education and Culture

GFP Cement Contractors announced that it has again been named an Accredited Quality Contractor by Associated Builders and Contractors, the 4th year it has earned the prestigious credential for its commitment to corporate responsibility. Only 229 of the nation’s elite … Read More

GFP Cement Contractors honored to sponsor the DMA Veterans Breakfast

GFP Cement Contractors honored to sponsor the DMA Veterans Breakfast

Wilmington, DE, April 23—GFP Cement Contractors, LLC were honored to have sponsored the DMA Veterans Breakfast again this year! They had approximately 130 cadets and veterans in attendance. DMA was also able to have all of the leftovers donated to … Read More

GFP Cement Contractors, LLC Achieves World-Class Safety Standards Through ABC STEP Program

GFP Cement Contractors, LLC Achieves World-Class Safety Standards Through ABC STEP Program

Wilmington, DE, April 23—GFP Cement Contractors, LLC today announced it has achieved DIAMOND LEVEL in Associated Builders and Contractor’s STEP Safety Management System, meaning the company is 655% safer than the industry average. Founded more than three decades ago, STEP … Read More

GFP Cement Contractors, LLC Earns National Safety Award from Associated Builders and Contractors

GFP Cement Contractors, LLC Earns National Safety Award from Associated Builders and Contractors

Wilmington, Delaware, March 12, 2021—GFP Cement Contactor, LLC. of Wilmington today announced it has earned a National Safety Pinnacle Award from Associated Builders and Contractors, which were presented at the 31st annual Excellence in Construction® Awards during ABC Convention 2021 … Read More

GFP Cement Contractors, LLC. Named a Top-performing U.S. Construction Company by ABC

GFP Cement Contractors, LLC. Named a Top-performing U.S. Construction Company by ABC

Wilmington, Delaware, March 12, 2021—GFP Cement Contactor, LLC. of Wilmington was ranked 38th on Associated Builders and Contractors’ 2021 Top Specialty Contractors, which recognizes ABC member contractors’ in safety, quality, diversity, project excellence and special designations, ranked by work hours. … Read More

ConstructSecure Recognizes its Safest Contractors & Vendors in 2021

ConstructSecure Recognizes its Safest Contractors & Vendors in 2021

Safety Assessment Program - Gold Safety Award Lexington, MA: ConstructSecure, Inc., a cloud-based mobile platform that empowers clients to make smarter risk management decisions, has announced the recipients of its prestigious safety awards. GFP Cement Contractors LLC has received the … Read More

ConstructSecure Recognizes its Safest Contractors & Vendors

ConstructSecure Recognizes its Safest Contractors & Vendors

ConstructSecure, Inc., a cloud-based mobile platform that empowers clients to make smarter risk management decisions, has announced the recipients of its prestigious safety awards. GFP Cement Contractors LLC has received the Gold Safety Award . This award is presented to … Read More

Parking Lot Paving: Concrete vs. Asphalt

Parking Lot Paving: Concrete vs. Asphalt

“Concrete is hell of an industry to be a part of,” Dylan Milis of Milis Flatwork says. “No matter what it is, the first thing anybody sees when they pull into an establishment is their parking lot. I always say … Read More

GFP Cement Named to ABC’s Top-performing U.S. Commercial and Industrial Construction Contractors List

Published as a supplement to Construction Executive magazine, the ABC Top Performers lists identify the Top 200 Performers, Top 120 General Contractors, Top 30 Electrical Contractors, Top 20 Plumbing/HVAC Contractors and Top 30 Specialty Contractors, all of which have earned … Read More

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Why Have Concrete Repair Performed on Your Sidewalks

Your concrete sidewalks are important to your company’s image. These sidewalks are what your employees and customers use to enter your property, meaning that they need to be attractive and safe. And if these sidewalks fall into disrepair, your curb … Read More

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3 Reasons Why Concrete is So Useful for Commercial Construction

As a cement contractor, you know the value of concrete for industrial and commercial jobs. Concrete is the most frequently used manmade material in the world. There are very few instances in which concrete is not a preferred material on … Read More

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Avoid The Cracks: 3 Simple Tips For Winterizing Your Concrete

Winter is right around the corner, and icy weather is already here. Left unprotected, cold temperatures and nasty weather can have a big impact on your concrete. Fortunately, there are a few ways you can prepare your concrete for the … Read More

GFP Cement Proudly Supports

GFP Cement Proudly Supports “Prevent Child Abuse Delaware”!

Prevent Child Abuse Delaware is our local chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America. Their Mission: Their mission is to provide resources and training to make certain that every child in Delaware has a safe and nurturing childhood, free from abuse … Read More

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Commercial Concrete Work Past and Present

Most people take commercial concrete work for granted, they also use the term concrete and cement interchangeably, but they are not the same. Commercial concrete work is so common that no one really stops to think about its long history … Read More

GFP Mobile Mix Trucks Boast Unique Capabilities to Get The Job Done Right!

GFP Mobile Mix Trucks Boast Unique Capabilities to Get The Job Done Right!

GFP Mobile Mix Supply providing a special grout mix through a 2” pump line to the fifth story of the Goldey Beacom College Dorm Expansion Project. Our trucks are capable of maintaining the consistent slump required throughout the entire process … Read More

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Modern Concrete Companies Carry On a Long Tradition of Building

Concrete is the most used material in the world. Experienced concrete companies in Delaware know what it takes to create concrete and how to use it. Concrete is certainly not a new idea. It has been used for centuries as … Read More

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Why You Should Use Concrete For Your Next Project

Concrete is a universal object that everyone is familiar with. It represents strength and longevity. It has so many different uses that it will never run out of style. Even when new building materials emerge, it should always be your … Read More

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GFP Mobile Mix Receives Volumetric DelDOT Certifications!

Great News!! We are officially approved now for all DOT Mix Classes including (2) mix classes that are signature to our Volumetric Mixer and cannot be provided by a ready mix truck because the concrete will set up in the … Read More

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Concrete Parking Lots: Why They’re Best

When it comes to concrete materials procurement and logistics, it's best to leave this type of service to the professionals. However, when you need a concrete company to help you get the most out of your parking lot, you really … Read More

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Why Design a Concrete Driveway?

When you have a driveway installed on your property, you want the drive to be both long-lasting and durable. You also want the driveway to be beautiful and made of great construction. Concrete materials do well to create a beautiful … Read More

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GFP Mobile Mix Proud Members of The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association!

GFP Mobile Mix Proud Members of The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association!

GFP Mobile Mix Receives Associate Member of VMMB!

GFP Mobile Mix Receives Associate Member of VMMB!

PROUD TO ANNOUNCE OUR MOBILE MIX DIVISION AS AN OFFICIAL ASSOCIATE MEMBER OF VOLUMETRIC MIXER MANUFACTURERS BUREAU!

GFP Mobile Mix Receives DelDOT Certifications!

GFP Mobile Mix Receives DelDOT Certifications!

GFP MOBILE MIX IS HONORED TO OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCE OUR DELDOT CERTIFICATIONS! Class A Mix Class B Mix Class B –S/F Class C Class A - 6-hour Road Patch

Wall & Slab Pour Middletown, DE - Time Lapse & Gallery

Wall & Slab Pour Middletown, DE – Time Lapse & Gallery

Elevated Concrete Pours - How Do They Work?

Elevated Concrete Pours – How Do They Work?

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The Importance of Concrete in Construction Projects

Ask most cement contractors Delaware has and they’ll tell you the same thing— concrete is an essential part of any construction project. But you don’t even need a professional to tell you that concrete forms a crucial part of any … Read More

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What Exactly Can Industrial Concrete Repair Fix?

Industrial concrete repair from a highly skilled trusted concrete company can deliver the results that exceed your expectations. There are a lot of situations where an industrial concrete repair can help to put your surface back together and restore it … Read More

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Choosing the Right Cement Contractor

Cement has long been a popular building material and there are no signs of it losing its desirability. In 2017 alone, 83.5 millions tons of Portland cement were produced in the United States alone, as well as 2.4 million tons … Read More

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Concrete And Cement Safety Hazards Explained

The concrete industry is massive in the United States. The durable material is used in buildings and infrastructure in every corner of the country; in fact, nearly 30% of our interstate highways are built using concrete. With so much work … Read More

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BUSTED: 4 Myths About Concrete

The concrete industry in the U.S. is valued at more than $37 billion, and for good reason. Concrete is used in all areas of life, from basic building foundations to artful decorations. Despite our reliance on this strong and durable … Read More

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Ways to Teach Concrete Safety to Your New Employees

Concrete is the most used man-made material in the world. Made from a combination of water, cement and aggregate, concrete constructs roadways, buildings, pipes, and underground drains. Not only is concrete sturdy, but it also helps to reduce … Read More

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Cement or Concrete: What the Difference?

Cement and concrete are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but these materials are actually quite different. In reality, cement is merely an ingredient in the concrete formula. That’s right – when you mix cement with other items like … Read More

How To Hire Reputable Concrete Contractors

How To Hire Reputable Concrete Contractors

If you're looking to build up your team of workers by adding several concrete contractors, you know this is a major task that requires precision and a lot of forethought. With significant commercial contracts on the line, you must provide … Read More

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Concrete Admixtures: 3 Common Types And Why They’re Used

Concrete is used more than any other manmade material in the entire world. In the U.S., it is used in everything from highway construction (30% of all American highways are made from concrete) to the flooring in showrooms and airplane … Read More

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What to Look for in a Concrete Company for Your Commercial Needs

When hiring a concrete company to complete a commercial project on your property, there are many factors to consider. Whether you need a concrete contractor for a new sidewalk, to help create an attractive driveway for your business, or even … Read More

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Concrete Vs. Hot Weather: 3 Tips To Accomplish Hot Weather Concreting

Spring is officially here and summer isn’t far behind. With temperatures on the rise, it’s important to keep in mind the differences of pouring concrete in hot versus cold weather. Concrete poured on hot days with low humidity or high … Read More

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Why Should I Consider Commercial Concrete Flooring For My Business?

Although it may not look it, concrete is a remarkable material. Composed of a simple mixture of aggregates and paste, the resulting product is one that can stand the test of time — hence why it’s used so heavily in … Read More

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Which Type Of Concrete Foundation Is Right For My Steel Building?

Concrete is a remarkable material. It is as strong as it is durable, capable of tolerating 3,000 psi (lbs/square inch) on average but sometimes achieving over 20,000 psi. As a result, it is often used in the foundation of buildings, … Read More

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Understanding The Trend Of Concrete Pipe Homes

In almost no time at all, the world will be facing a population problem. With housing costs already rising to extreme heights, many are interested in an alternative solution to a massive issue. So far, the world has turned toward … Read More

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4 Reasons Why Your Industrial Concrete May Crack

Concrete is used more than any other manmade material in the entire world. The inexpensive, durable aggregate mix actually gets stronger with time, explaining why we depend on it so much as a society; any building project or construction job … Read More

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Architectural Marvels: 4 Reasons Why Concrete Is So Popular Commercially

Concrete is a staple of humanity’s success. We love the stuff; from roads to walls and even sculptures, concrete companies have their hands full meeting the demands of architects and building planners the world over. Though the durable material … Read More

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Correcting Your Concrete: 3 Signs You Need Repair Work

Concrete is used more than any other man-made material in the world. From walls to foundations and everything in between, the durable material is recognizable in all corners of the Earth. Though the mixture of water and cement (concrete’s basic … Read More

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Could Concrete Be The Next Big Residential Construction Trend?

In recent years, concrete has become a more common sight in residential spaces everywhere. From countertops to flooring to entire houses, concrete is becoming a more common sight in homes worldwide, and this trend is likely to continue well into … Read More

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When Concrete Gets Technical: Australian University Develops 3D Concrete Printing

Concrete can last for thousands of years, its durability making it a favored choice among nations throughout the world. While the applications of concrete seem to be nearly limitless where human beings are concerned, the old ways of concrete materials … Read More

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Dangote Cement In Africa Reveals New High Quality Cement BlocMaster

The concrete industry wouldn’t be anything without cement: the two words are used interchangeably, but cement is actually the main ingredient (paired with aggregates such as gravel or sand) in concrete. Though portland cement is the most commonly used type … Read More

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Concrete In The Workplace: Durable And Striking

Concrete is used more than any other manmade material in the world and the industry is worth a staggering $37 billion in America. Although we may be familiar with its traditional applications — on our vast highways and roads, strong … Read More

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Contractors Involved In Florida Bridge Collapse Fined For Safety Violations

Last March, Florida International University saw a deadly bridge collapse: five motorists that were driving underneath were killed, along with one worker, and five more were seriously injured. The bridge was in the midst of construction and had been “developing … Read More

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3 Hazards Of Concrete Manufacturing That You Should Be Aware Of

All industrial environments have risks and hazards, although some are a little bit riskier and more hazardous than others. Fortunately, OSHA is there to keep workers safe and sound, providing them with comprehensive solutions to the dangers of the job. … Read More

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Concrete’s Carbon Footprint Is As Big As Its Industry

The concrete industry is one of the largest in the world -- it's worth over $37 billion in the U.S. alone. Nearly every industrial field incorporates the use of concrete, from roads and highways to floors and walls. There's no … Read More

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Industry And Education: How Concrete Manufacturers Are Changing

Concrete is extremely prolific; it exists all around us, performing a vast array of functions and fulfilling many roles. Despite its reputation as a hard labor trade, the concrete industry is beginning to change; specifically, many companies are requiring their … Read More

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EDiS – Building What Matters

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GFP Receives ABC's 2017 National Safety Excellence Award

GFP Receives ABC’s 2017 National Safety Excellence Award

Dominic J. Papa receives ABC’s coveted 2017 National Safety Excellence Award. Read More > View Full Gallery >

Concrete Cares

Concrete Cares

With concrete "which I consider the very best building material" anything can be built with the correct design and the right people. Concrete with its strength and durability will last lifetimes. Concrete can also narrow bridges children with cancer face in … Read More

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