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Gain a Competitive Edge with Alchemy-Spetec

Posted by David Park on Apr 27, 2023, 10:00:00 AM

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Body - Gain a Competitive Edge with Alchemy-SpetecIn the current rapidly evolving industry of infrastructure repair, obtaining every possible advantage is crucial. Alchemy-Spetec considers the success of your business to be our highest priority. You will gain a significant competitive advantage over your rivals with our extensive range of high-quality materials, cutting-edge equipment, industry-leading technical support, and comprehensive marketing assistance. Our organizational values are centered on securing your success in this industry.

Polyurethane – Quality and Selection

Alchemy-Spetec offers one of the most advanced grout product lines available in the market today. Our range of Leak Seal materials is diverse, including injection resins for sealing leaking cracks, curtain grouting foams for stopping gushing leaks, acrylic injection resins that penetrate thin cracks and saturate soil, epoxy resins for structural repair, and preventative waterstop products. We also provide an extensive array of Geotech materials, comprising slab lifting foams, soil stabilization foams, and deep soil permeation and compaction foams. The exceptional quality of our materials ensures that your customers will experience fewer callbacks. Moreover, many of these products are certified safe for the environment and for contact with potable water.

Equipment and Accessories Selection

We are proud to offer a comprehensive range of products for polyurethane concrete repair, making us a one-stop shop for all your needs. Our equipment and accessory product lines are among the most versatile in the industry. After selecting the product that best suits your requirements, we provide everything you need, including pumps, hoses, packers or ports, and specialized accessories.

Tech Support – Experience and Dedication

Alchemy-Spetec is home to the industry's leading technical support team, providing unparalleled assistance when and where you need it. Our team boasts decades of experience, and we take pride in our exceptional responsiveness.

Training and Education

We provide the most comprehensive training and education programs for Leak Seal and Geotech polyurethane infrastructure repair in the industry. Our training workshops take place at distributor locations, and we provide on-site consultations to contractors. Additionally, we hold intensive training programs twice a year at our Tucker, GA headquarters. For current customers, we offer detailed online training videos to enhance their skills further.

Marketing Support

At Alchemy-Spetec, our Marketing Department offers qualified customers a variety of resources to promote their businesses. We provide product application illustrations and photos that can be used on websites, as well as customized brochure PDFs for printing, and truck signage graphics. Our educational videos and animations are also available for use. Moreover, we offer guidance on various marketing strategies, including online lead capture, internet advertising, and more.

Committed to Your Success

With everything we do, our top priority is ensuring our customers' success. The more successful our customers are, the more successful we are as well. Our team understands the interdependence between our customers' achievements and our own. Our commitment to the customer’s success is deeply embedded in our company's culture and values. 

Want more information on Alchemy-Spetec products?

Download the Info-Packed Geotech Product Catalog!

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Last Chance to Register for 2023 Spring Training (Deadline April 15th)

Posted by Kreg Thornley on Apr 13, 2023, 10:00:00 AM

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Alchemy-Spetec HQ in Tucker, GA

Registration Deadline - April 15th

AS Geotech Training Spring 2023 - RegistrationMay 2nd - May 4th
$745 Registration Fee

$665 for each additional participant from
the same company.

Get ready for a thorough education in Slab Lifting, Soil Stabilization, the Deep Lock® process, Crack Injection, and Curtain Grouting. You’ll get hands-on training from a technical staff with decades of on-the-job experience.

Agenda Items

  • Geotech Product Line Overview
  • Geotech Applications & Case Studies
  • MixMaster Pro Slab Lifting Gun
  • Slab Lift Rig Demonstration
  • Pump Demos & Training
  • PolyShark® / Soil Stabilization
  • Deep Lock® 
  • Ground Penetrating Radar
  • PolyBadger® Mobile Slab Lifting System
  • Crack Injection
  • Curtain Grouting
  • Estimating Material for Jobs

Topics: Equipment & Accessories, All Posts, Lift Slabs, Stabilize Soil, Business Tips, Fill Voids, Deep Lock

The Clock Is Ticking! Secure Your Training Spot Now!

Posted by Kreg Thornley on Apr 6, 2023, 10:00:00 AM

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Alchemy-Spetec HQ in Tucker, GA

AS Geotech Training Spring 2023 - RegistrationMay 2nd - May 4th
$745 Registration Fee

$665 for each additional participant from
the same company.

Get ready for a thorough education in Slab Lifting, Soil Stabilization, the Deep Lock® process, Crack Injection, and Curtain Grouting. You’ll get hands-on training from a technical staff with decades of on-the-job experience.

Agenda Items

  • Geotech Product Line Overview
  • Geotech Applications & Case Studies
  • MixMaster Pro Slab Lifting Gun
  • Slab Lift Rig Demonstration
  • Pump Demos & Training
  • PolyShark® / Soil Stabilization
  • Deep Lock® 
  • Ground Penetrating Radar
  • PolyBadger® Mobile Slab Lifting System
  • Crack Injection
  • Curtain Grouting
  • Estimating Material for Jobs

Topics: Equipment & Accessories, All Posts, Lift Slabs, Stabilize Soil, Business Tips, Fill Voids, Deep Lock

Secure Your Spot Now for Spring Geotech & Leak Seal Training

Posted by Kreg Thornley on Mar 30, 2023, 10:00:00 AM

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Alchemy-Spetec HQ in Tucker, GA

AS Geotech Training Spring 2023 - RegistrationMay 2nd - May 4th
$745 Registration Fee

$665 for each additional participant from
the same company.

Get ready for a thorough education in Slab Lifting, Soil Stabilization, the Deep Lock® process, Crack Injection, and Curtain Grouting. You’ll get hands-on training from a technical staff with decades of on-the-job experience.

Agenda Items

  • Geotech Product Line Overview
  • Geotech Applications & Case Studies
  • MixMaster Pro Slab Lifting Gun
  • Slab Lift Rig Demonstration
  • Pump Demos & Training
  • PolyShark® / Soil Stabilization
  • Deep Lock® 
  • Ground Penetrating Radar
  • PolyBadger® Mobile Slab Lifting System
  • Crack Injection
  • Curtain Grouting
  • Estimating Material for Jobs

Topics: Equipment & Accessories, All Posts, Lift Slabs, Stabilize Soil, Business Tips, Fill Voids, Deep Lock

REMINDER: Geotech & Leak Seal Training (May 2nd - 4th, 2023)

Posted by Kreg Thornley on Mar 21, 2023, 10:00:00 AM

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Alchemy-Spetec HQ in Tucker, GA

AS Geotech Training Spring 2023 - RegistrationMay 2nd - May 4th
$745 Registration Fee

$665 for each additional participant from
the same company.

Get ready for a thorough education in Slab Lifting, Soil Stabilization, the Deep Lock® process, Crack Injection, and Curtain Grouting. You’ll get hands-on training from a technical staff with decades of on-the-job experience.

Agenda Items

  • Geotech Product Line Overview
  • Geotech Applications & Case Studies
  • MixMaster Pro Slab Lifting Gun
  • Slab Lift Rig Demonstration
  • Pump Demos & Training
  • PolyShark® / Soil Stabilization
  • Deep Lock® 
  • Ground Penetrating Radar
  • PolyBadger® Mobile Slab Lifting System
  • Crack Injection
  • Curtain Grouting
  • Estimating Material for Jobs

Topics: Equipment & Accessories, All Posts, Lift Slabs, Stabilize Soil, Business Tips, Fill Voids, Deep Lock

Welcome Ryan Reavis - Geotech South Central Regional Manager

Posted by Kreg Thornley on Mar 14, 2023, 10:00:00 AM

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Body - Alchemy-Spetec South Central Manager Ryan ReavisRyan Reavis is an experienced professional with over 20 years in the geotech industry. Prior to joining Alchemy-Spetec, Ryan held various leadership positions in the industry, including Project Manager with Keller, Operations Manager for McKinney Drilling Company, Project Development Manager for Rail at GeoStabilization International, and Operations Manager for Eclipse Foundation Group.

Ryan's diverse experience in sales, operations, management, logistics, and project management has equipped him with a unique skill set that he applies to his current role. Ryan has a proven track record of delivering outstanding results and driving success in both B2B and B2C environments.

Ryan is a results-driven professional with a passion for driving business growth and profitability. He is a strategic thinker who excels at helping his customers identify and capitalize on opportunities.

Want more information on Alchemy-Spetec geotech products?

Download the Info-Packed Geotech Product Catalog!

Topics: All Posts, Business Tips

Geotech & Leak Seal Training: May 2nd - 4th, 2023

Posted by Kreg Thornley on Mar 7, 2023, 10:00:00 AM

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Alchemy-Spetec HQ in Tucker, GA

AS Geotech Training Spring 2023 - Registration

May 2nd - May 4th
$745 Registration Fee

$665 for each additional participant from
the same company.

Get ready for a thorough education in Slab Lifting, Soil Stabilization, the Deep Lock® process, Crack Injection, and Curtain Grouting. You’ll get hands-on training from a technical staff with decades of on-the-job experience.

Agenda Items

  • Geotech Product Line Overview
  • Geotech Applications & Case Studies
  • MixMaster Pro Slab Lifting Gun
  • Slab Lift Rig Demonstration
  • Pump Demos & Training
  • PolyShark® / Soil Stabilization
  • Deep Lock® 
  • Ground Penetrating Radar
  • PolyBadger® Mobile Slab Lifting System
  • Crack Injection
  • Curtain Grouting
  • Estimating Material for Jobs

Topics: Equipment & Accessories, All Posts, Lift Slabs, Stabilize Soil, Business Tips, Fill Voids, Deep Lock

Give Presentations to Engineering Firms

Posted by David Park on Mar 2, 2023, 10:00:00 AM

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Give-Presentations-to-Engineering-Firms---BodyJoin an Alchemy-Spetec Specialist to Present to Local Organizations

The Alchemy-Spetec team routinely joins geotech and leak seal contractors to deliver lunch and learn lectures on applications for polyurethane concrete repair products to engineers, municipalities, and general contractors. These events offer a chance to highlight polyurethane in a particular application and a forum for investigating potential future applications.

It's not uncommon for an engineer to inquire after a discussion of polyurethane soil permeation, "Hey, could that be used in this other situation that I am dealing with?" These discussions at the very least a chance to lay the groundwork for future projects.

How to Get Scheduled

Contact us, and we'll send one of our regional managers your way to arrange a meeting. Please let us know which application(s) you are interested in presenting. We'll work with you to create a custom presentation. 

Want more info about geotech and leak seal products?

Download the Info-Packed Geotech Product Catalog!

Download the Info-Packed Leak Seal Product Catalog!

Topics: All Posts, Business Tips

A Contractor's Guide to Creating a LinkedIn Profile

Posted by David Park on Feb 28, 2023, 10:00:00 AM

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A Contractors Guide to Creating a LinkedIn Profile - BodyUsing social media to market yourself and your contracting firm is essential as the world becomes more connected. Consider a LinkedIn profile to be your very own personal branding page. LinkedIn can play a significant role in your strategy for locating new clients and contacts in your field. Your name, photo, and headline are frequently the first things visitors see before even clicking on your profile. A professional headshot photo is essential for your profile page.

Headline

One of the most crucial elements of your profile on LinkedIn is your headline, the section found under your name. It spans the top of your page and can be seen everywhere, including in "People You May Know" sections, job applications, postings, messages, recommendations, and even connection requests on LinkedIn.

The LinkedIn character limit for headlines is 220 for desktop and 240 for mobile. Although there are two options, be sure to optimize for 220 characters or less. Don't simply list your title; but include what you can offer, such as "President at ACME Foundations: Concrete Leveling and Soil Stabilization."

Summary

The text box that reads "Summary" at the top of your LinkedIn profile is also known as the "About" section. It's directly below your picture. You can briefly describe your career history in this extra space which has a character limit of 2,000. This is a crucial area in which LinkedIn scans the keywords to decide whether or not to include your profile in search results. Use keywords and information that potential customers might be searching for. In the end, your LinkedIn summary should act as a spotlight, framing your individual story and assisting readers in learning more about you, your motivations, the types of work that excite you, and (if applicable) your accomplishments.

Experience

You have the choice to import your resume here, but there's more to do than just that. Take advantage of including one or more media items. Customers might spend more time browsing your profile if it includes interesting media. This could result in more business opportunities.

Recommendations

Get at least two recommendations from people who have hired you for jobs or who are influential in your industry, if at all possible. Make sure to provide talking points that highlight your character and strengths.

Endorsements

Endorsements are essentially testimonials from individuals who confirm the skills you listed on your profile. List these skills from most applicable to least relevant, starting at the top. You could recommend others and hope they will recommend you in return to increase those endorsements (or email associates to specifically endorse you for a certain skill).

Connections

Create as many connections on LinkedIn as you can. This increases the visibility of your profile. Connect with everyone you know, including your friends, family, alumni, coworkers, clients, and industry leaders.

Contact Information

A straightforward email would be sufficient for this section. You will always be accessible in this manner, ensuring that you never miss a crucial business opportunity.

LinkedIn Account Address (URL)

Your first and last names can be added to the LinkedIn account address. If your name is already taken, you can change it by adding a middle initial, a number, etc.

Updates

Updates are essentially what you share with your connections, similar to a Facebook "post" or a "tweet" on Twitter. It is the ideal way to interact with your contacts on a regular basis and maintain visibility. It allows you to update your status with recent achievements and business-related news.

Conclusion

With the help of this guide, you should be able to use LinkedIn effectively and draw in the audience you desire. Don't forget to follow the Alchemy-Spetec LinkedIn company page as well! 

Want more information on Alchemy-Spetec products?

Download the Info-Packed Geotech Product Catalog!

Download the Info-Packed Leak Seal Product Catalog!

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Onsite Training for Geotech and Leak Seal Contractors

Posted by Kreg Thornley on Feb 23, 2023, 10:00:00 AM

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Onsite Training for Geotech and Leak Seal Contractors - BodyPremier On-The-Job Technical Support

Alchemy-Spetec offers onsite training for qualified geotech and leak seal customers. Starting up a contracting business, tackling a larger job than you're used to, getting new personnel trained, or adding a new service to your arsenal can be daunting. Our industry-leading technical support team specializes in training contractors on the job site. 

Always Be Prepared for Lucrative Jobs

With the backing of Alchemy-Spetec's technical support team, you'll never have to worry about your crew's ability to take on the next opportunity - whether it be a first-time geotech or leak seal job, or a bigger job than they are used to. Qualified customers can schedule an onsite visit from an Alchemy-Spetec specialist in order to ensure that the process goes as planned.

Estimation and Job Planning Assistance

Speaking of planning, your technical support specialist can also work with you in the estimation and preparation stages of your project as well.

Call 404-618-0438 for more information on Alchemy-Spetec technical support.

Want more information on Alchemy-Spetec products?

Download the Info-Packed Geotech Product Catalog!

Download the Info-Packed Leak Seal Product Catalog!

 

Topics: All Posts, Lift Slabs, Seal Leaks, Stabilize Soil, Business Tips, Fill Voids, Deep Lock