A lot of things have happened over the past two years that have affected shipping freight rates. There was, of course, COVID-19, but also trucker shortages, chassis shortages, equipment shortages, a vessel space crunch, the 2021 Suez Canal incident and its aftermath, the Yantian and Ningbo port closures, typhoons in Asia, blank sailings, shorter […]

        In an exposed aggregate concrete application, small (less than 1cm) decorative aggregates are hand seeded or broadcast on the surface of roughly finished still wet concrete.  Depending on the desired look, the stones are seeded heavily (more stone is visible than concrete) or seeded lightly (more concrete is visible than stone).  […]

Crushed Stone Driveway Pros and Cons Crushed stone is an ideal material for those looking to add a bit of aesthetic flair to their driveway without breaking the bank. However, it is important to research the pros and cons of such an investment before jumping into anything. Here to help with that is an outline […]

SHC GROUP Cobblestones have grown in popularity over the years due to their inherent old world charm. There are many types of cobblestones, but true cobblestones are natural stones that are durable, quarried into small shapes, used as a paving material to add traction, and reduce mud and muck in roadways. Today’s cobblestones come in different […]

SHC GROUP Freight rates have skyrocketed since lockdowns went into effect at the start of COVID-19 in March 2020. The increase has pushed retail prices to unexpected levels, affecting businesses that were facing mass shutdowns and store closures, and consumers who faced difficulty with income losses and higher prices. A series of reasons were behind […]