09/23/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/23/2025 06:48
WAYNE, PA. (INDIANAPOLIS, IN.)-Trinseo (NYSE: TSE), a specialty materials solutions provider, has partnered with Modified Concrete Suppliers to support the construction of the Gordie Howe International Bridge-a monumental infrastructure project set to transform the connectivity between Detroit, Michigan, and Windsor, Ontario. This bridge is not just a structure; it represents a significant leap forward in engineering excellence, designed to facilitate international trade and alleviate congestion at existing crossings. Central to this achievement is Trinseo's state-of-the-art Modifier A™/NA latex admixture, crucial for ensuring the bridge deck's longevity and performance.
Spanning an impressive 1.5 miles across the Detroit River, the Gordie Howe International Bridge is engineered to endure heavy traffic, harsh weather conditions, and the relentless wear of daily use. To meet the bridge's stringent performance standards, Trinseo's Modifier A™/NA latex was selected for its proven ability to enhance the bonding, flexibility, and longevity of the concrete. This advanced latex polymer was incorporated into the concrete overlay mix design, yielding a latex-modified concrete (LMC) solution that significantly enhances the concrete's resistance to cracking, shrinkage, and environmental degradation.
"The Gordie Howe International Bridge is a once-in-a-lifetime project, and we are honored to contribute to its success," said Chuck Fifelski, Senior Technical Service Specialist, R&D, Trinseo. "Trinseo's Modifier A™/NA latex was the perfect solution to meet the project's rigorous performance criteria, providing enhanced bonding strength and flexibility, while ensuring the durability of the bridge deck over its expected 30+ year lifespan. This project demonstrates how high-performance materials, like Modifier A™/NA latex, can play a pivotal role in setting new standards for infrastructure."
Collaborating closely with Modified Concrete Suppliers, a leading contractor specializing in bridge deck overlays, Trinseo's latex was effectively integrated into the bridge deck construction. Modified Concrete Suppliers expertly applied the latex-modified concrete overlay, ensuring that the concrete adhered to the specific performance requirements of this landmark project. The collaboration between Trinseo and Modified Concrete Suppliers underscores the power of teamwork in addressing large-scale infrastructure advancements.
"Partnering with Trinseo has been instrumental to our success in the Gordie Howe International Bridge project," said Caleb Austel, President of Modified Concrete Suppliers. "The technical expertise and high-performance materials provided by Trinseo were essential in achieving the extraordinary strength and durability demanded by this bridge. With Modifier A™/NA latex, we
are confident that the bridge will stand the test of time, minimizing maintenance needs and delivering substantial long-term cost savings."
The application of the latex-modified concrete overlay on the Gordie Howe International Bridge promises an impressive extended service life of over 30 years, drastically reducing repair needs and supporting long-term financial efficiency. This further solidifies the value of incorporating LMC in large-scale infrastructure projects.
Slated for completion in Fall 2025, the Gordie Howe International Bridge will create a vital new conduit between the United States and Canada, enhancing trade and travel while setting a new standard for future infrastructure developments.
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About Trinseo
Trinseo (NYSE: TSE), a specialty material solutions provider, partners with companies to bring ideas to life in an imaginative, smart and sustainably focused manner by combining its premier expertise, forward-looking innovations and best-in-class materials to unlock value for companies and consumers.
From design to manufacturing, Trinseo taps into decades of experience in diverse material solutions to address customers' unique challenges in a wide range of industries, including building and construction, consumer goods, medical and mobility. Trinseo's approximately 3,400 employees bring endless creativity to reimagining the possibilities with clients all over the world from the company's locations in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. Trinseo reported net sales of approximately $5.0 billion in 2022. Discover more by visiting www.trinseo.com and connecting with Trinseo on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and WeChat.
About Modified Concrete Suppliers
Modified Concrete Suppliers, LLC is a leading on-site material producer of latex-modified concrete, a specialized, high-performance overlay designed to extend the life and durability of concrete bridge decks. With more than 50 years of operational expertise, the company is trusted by transportation agencies and contractors across the United States for excellence in quality concrete overlay services. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Modified Concrete Suppliers operates one of the largest fleets of mobile latex-modified concrete production units in the country-serving 32 states and supplying major infrastructure projects, including the Gordie Howe International Bridge, where over 4,500 cubic yards of latex-modified concrete were supplied. Learn more at modifiedconcrete.com or contact the team at [email protected].
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