Construction Business Review

Advanced Concrete Screeds
Superior Concrete Floor Finishing

Lawrence Steele, Advanced Concrete Screeds | Construction Business Review | Construction Material Provider of the YearLawrence Steele, Owner
A truly great product never fades from the market's radar, even long after its creators have moved on. Bold entrepreneurs, captivated by its potential, envision new horizons where the product can thrive. They see opportunities beyond the original purpose, daring to grow it into untapped markets and reimagine the future impact.

For Lawrence Steele, an entrepreneur, his concrete moment came when he saw the hidden potential in some concrete screeding tools crafted over two decades ago by a seasoned concrete expert. Inspired by their quality and durability, he founded Advanced Concrete Screeds to build on that legacy and bring the tools into a new era.

Today, the company specializes in manufacturing exceptional concrete screeding tools that help contractors achieve high-quality, flat and durable floors. The products are made available through a curated dealer network catering to concrete contractors serving residential, commercial and municipal customers. Advanced Concrete Screeds upholds its commitments not through words but proactive actions that foster trust and build lasting relationships with their dealers and concrete contractors.

“Our products are designed to deliver consistent and extremely high performance. They are reliable, durable, and require very little maintenance.” Advanced Concrete Screeds has crafted specialized equilateral triangle screed bars that help eliminate high spots. Built for rigidity and longevity, these bars ensure excellent floor flatness (Ff) and floor levelness (Fl), setting the stage for a premium concrete finish. “If the concrete is flat and well consolidated in the screeding process, all of the following processes are a bit easier and the likelihood of a strong flat floor is significantly improved.” says Steele.

The rigid equilateral triangle screed bar does not ride up over high spots like flat bull float style screeds. For instance, if a raker leaves excess material in an area, the screed bar’s edge cuts down the high spot and carry the excess concrete forward. It eliminates the need for adjustments or rework, unlike traditional L-shaped pan bars. By reducing the time spent on corrections, this advanced screed system minimizes labor costs — a significant advantage in today’s market where labor shortage remains a towering roadblock.

  • Our products are designed to deliver consistent and extremely high performance. They are reliable, durable, and require very little maintenance.

Moreover, Advanced Concrete Screeds’ products are built to go beyond striking the concrete flat, they also consolidate it by pushing down the aggregate and bringing the cream to the surface.

The dual functionality is available in its two flagship models—the Black Beauty and the Silver Beauty. The former machine is designed for screed bars up to 20 feet and the latter is a lighter model for bars up to 14 feet. They eliminate the need for additional consolidating tools like dip vibrators, which help contractors reassign labor for more value-added tasks. The company also provides custom-length bars to fit specific project needs, proving the tools to be versatile for any job.

To further streamline the concrete finishing process, Advanced Concrete Screeds is stepping away from traditional AC-powered models and embracing the future with battery-powered screeds. The transition promises optimal vibration and ensures accurate concrete consolidation during the screeding process. The company is also developing a multi-part screed bar that can be shipped via UPS or FedEx, offering the same rigidity as a single-piece bar with the option of overnight delivery.

Both existing and developing products are designed to reduce strain on workers and maximize efficiency. This thoughtful approach allows laborers to work longer hours without compromising their health. In the challenging world of construction where workers juggle countless tasks, Advanced Concrete Screeds stands out prioritizing their well-being while maintaining a commitment to innovation.

Advanced Concrete Screeds’ continuous focus is to ensure that its tools meet the evolving demands of the industry and enhance efficiency and durability.