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Knight’s Companies Expands Into Sand Supply with Acquisition of Murray Mines
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Summerville, SC – October 23, 2025 Knight’s Companies, a leading supplier of ready-mix concrete and construction materials, has expanded its product offering with the acquisition of Murray Mines, a respected producer of...
Two Families, One Concrete Legacy: Knight’s Redi-Mix Expands Presence with Acquisition of Wiggins Concrete in Hampton County, SC
Summerville, SC – October 6, 2025 Knight’s Redi-Mix, a family-owned leader in the concrete manufacturing industry, is proud to announce the acquisition of a two-plant ready mix operation in Hampton County, SC - Wiggins Concrete - adding on to the established...
Tips for Preparing Your Site for Ready-Mix Concrete Delivery
Ordering ready-mix concrete is one of the most efficient ways to complete a project, but proper site preparation is critical for a smooth delivery and successful pour. Even the highest-quality mix can lead to problems if the jobsite is not adequately prepared. From...
Preparing your site location for a redi-mix concrete delivery
When it comes to pouring concrete, preparation is everything. Ordering redi-mix concrete from a trusted supplier like Knights Companies ensures top-quality material, but if your site isn’t ready when the trucks arrive, you risk delays, wasted product, and added costs....
Saving Time on the Jobsite: Why Ready-Mix Keeps Projects on Schedule
The Science Behind Redi-Mix Concrete: What Every Contractor Should Know In the world of construction, precision and reliability are critical. When it comes to concrete, the foundation of virtually every project, there is no room for guesswork. That’s why Redi-Mix...
Top 5 Problems with On-Site Concrete Mixing And How Ready-Mix Solves Them
When it comes to building strong, long-lasting structures, consistency matters. Yet one of the biggest challenges on construction sites is achieving uniform quality when mixing concrete on-site. Improper ratios, weather exposure, and time delays can all compromise the...
Baby, It’s Cold Outside: Tips for Placing Cold Weather Concrete
Baby, its cold outside! Just like hot weather, cold weather effects the setting characteristics and strength of concrete, too. Once average daily temperatures fall below 40 degrees more than three days in a row, contractors and suppliers should start taking the...
What Is Concrete Spalling?
A lot of hard work goes into mixing concrete correctly and placing it to provide top-notch results. Unfortunately, many people who place concrete end up running into problems with the finished product. In particular, people often notice their concrete surface has...
The Science Behind Redi-Mix Concrete: What Every Contractor Should Know
The Science Behind Redi-Mix Concrete: What Every Contractor Should Know In the world of construction, precision and reliability are critical. When it comes to concrete, the foundation of virtually every project, there is no room for guesswork. That’s why Redi-Mix...
Redi-Mix versus Site-Mixed Concrete: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
When it comes to concrete for construction, there are two primary options: Redi-Mix concrete and site-mixed concrete. Understanding the differences between these two solutions is essential for builders, contractors, project managers, and even homeowners involved in...