Flexible finish bridges cracks
With its new Powerwall finish, Sto Corp. has released an economical option to elastomeric finishes. Powerwall is a ready mixed, flexible-textured wall coating used as a decorative and protective wall finish over prepared concrete, masonry and plaster/stucco substrates.  Go to article ›››

Rip-R-Stripper takes it all off
General Equipment Co. has introduced an electric-powered floor-covering scraper. Ideal for removing such materials as carpet, ceramic tile, linoleum and mastic, the FCS16 Rip-R-Stripper offers high productivity, an ergonomic design and multiple removal accessories.
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New tool really nails it
Powers Fasteners is taking the final step in completing its gas-fired fastening system with the introduction of Trak-It Model TI-C concrete nailing tool. The tool is lighter than most concrete gas nailing tools and has an easy access latched opening on the nosepiece that enables the operator to clear misfeeds without having to remove the handle.  Go to article ›››

Texture coating speeds projects along
Sherwin-Williams new UltraCrete Solvent Borne Texture coating is formulated to overcome project delays that can often be caused by poor weather or by poor surface conditions on new concrete construction. Go to article ›››

Waterproofing system receives ICC-ES listing
Miracote’s Miraflex II system recently received its ICC-ES listing — ER 5452. A cementitious waterproofing system for concrete or wood, Miraflex II is excellent for new construction and a great application where restoration is required.  Go to article ›››

Saw designed for concrete removal and repair
Sanders Saws has a new Diamond Wire Saw, designed for numerous remodeling, restoration and demolition applications. Go to article ›››

Sealer keeps water out
Okon W-2 economically seals regular concrete block and other moderately porous surfaces such as old weathered brick and heavily textured stucco. Offering superior water repellent performance, it is formulated with a proprietary blend of the highest quality acrylic micro-emulsions and a silane-siloxane solution. Go to article ›››

Hacker debuts sound control products
Firm-Fill 3310, a new gypsum concrete underlayment, and Hacker Sound Mat II, an environmentally friendly and cost-efficient new sound mat, are now included in 82 UL listings and available nationwide from Hacker Industries, Inc. Go to article ›››

Overlay offers ultra-smooth finish
Micro-Finish, from Elite Crete Systems, is a pre-mixed, “just add water” overlay system designed for creating an extremely smooth finish.  Go to article ›››

Countertop vibration system produces dense finish
The new Vibra-Beam Countertop System is a state-of-the-art, patent-pending countertop vibration system. This lightweight system can be attached to any standard sawhorse to create a high-quality vibration table.  Go to article ›››