Sika announces new tape, certified sealants
Sika Corp. has introduced SikaSil Tape, a preformed elastomeric silicone profile for sealing expansion joints. The tape’s silicone technology gives it strong resistance to weather and UV rays. It is sold in 100-foot rolls, in widths from 1 inch to 12 inches, and in six standard colors. The manufacturer also does color matching. Go to article ›››

Quikrete, Valspar team up to enter concrete coatings market
Concrete manufacturer Quikrete Cos. and coatings manufacturer Valspar Corp. announced a strategic alliance to produce a complete line of premium concrete coatings.
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Not just hot air
Ground Heaters Inc. has introduced the S3000 Ground Heater, an economy version of its hydronic ground thawing and concrete curing equipment. Go to article ›››

Underlayment offers strength, sound resistance
Allied Marketing Systems LLC has unveiled its flagship product, the AccuCrete Brand Floor Underlayment System. Go to article ›››

Classic Series combines new and familiar form products
Durand Forms Inc. has unveiled the 94 Smooth panel, the newest aluminum form in its freshly christened Classic Panel Series. Go to article ›››

This is some cool shirt
Gorgonz Performance Work Gear has introduced the Performance Work Shirt, a garment made with the company’s Evaporative Cooling Technology fabric. The lightweight fabric feels as comfortable as cotton, but lasts longer and dries and breathes better. Go to article ›››

Some good new tools
Bon Tool Co. has added several new products to its catalog, including three groovers. Go to article ›››

A fast first impression
Custom concrete identification hand stamps are now available from Columbia Marking Tools, and in less time than you might expect. Go to article ›››

Hammer drill powers through concrete
Hitachi Power Drills has introduced a 1⁄2-inch hammer drill, the DV20VB2. The drill features an aggressive ergonomic design and is engineered to easily power through concrete and stone. Go to article ›››

Picking up good vibrations
Multiquip’s new MGX-Series concrete vibrators are powerful, lightweight, handheld units. The cost-effective tools are ideal for short pours, small walls and footings.
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Budget pressure washer the latest from Mi-T-M
Mi-T-M Corp.’s Job Pro Electric series of cold-water pressure washers are designed for commercial jobs with tight budgets. Go to article ›››

It eats your dust
Shave Away, Europe, now sells a dustless system for cutting 1⁄4-inch faux grout lines in one pass. The Saw Muzzle is made to be used with the Skil or other worm-drive circular saws. Go to article ›››