The Optima, the first in a planned series of quiet, high-performance industrial vacuums, has been introduced by VIC International. Besides its 11.5-horsepower, threephase motor, the Optima includes a unique filter system consisting of numerous dust socks. If punctured, you can quickly and easily change these dust socks if they. With […]

Vytek has begun offering Color Laser Engraving, a patent-pending process that uses a Vytek laser system to permanently bond special laser inks in full or partial color. Materials that can be color-engraved include ceramics, porcelain, marble, granite, travertines, glass and engineered stone. Color Laser Engraving can be used in indoor […]

Easy Shine from Kemiko Concrete Products Inc. is a new water-based acrylic polymer floor finish. The polish gives a high-gloss finish without buffing. It is easy to apply, easy to clean, and offers high durability against water and scuffing. It may be mopped or sprayed onto sealed decorative floor projects […]

Clark Branum has accepted a position with L. M. Scofield Co. as Western Division Manager — Training and Technical Support. Branum has more than 26 years’ experience in the concrete industry. He spent the last five years as the director of technical services for Brickform, where he was responsible for […]

The SuperColossos Planetary machine uses Werkmaster’s Octi-Disc technology to grind, edge, polish and buff concrete surfaces to within 1/8 inch of a wall. With eight heads spinning at up to 4,000 rpm, the SuperColossos provides fast, powerful grinding in a maneuverable machine. The SuperColossos, along with the rest of the […]

Superabrasive Inc. has released the Lavina 32 20-horsepower Surface Preparation System. Like other Lavina machines, Lavina 32 is a planetary movement machine manufactured for both dry and wet applications. It has a working width of 32 inches and uses 20 horsepower to turn out 300 rpm to 1,100 rpm. ? […]

MK Diamond grinders are designed for concrete work, including smoothing rough areas and surface irregularities, feathering patches and cleaning industrial floors. MK Diamond manufactures a single-disc grinder, the MK-SDG, and a dual-disc grinder, the MK-DDG. The MK-SDG features a front-tapered nose to provide enhanced visibility, and the removable handles and […]

ProBuild Holdings Inc., a leading professional building materials supplier, appointed Paul J. Dodge to the newly created position of senior vice president of supply chain. Dodge will report to Bill Myrick, president of strategic initiatives for ProBuild. Dodge joins ProBuild from Centex Homes, where he served for nine years, most […]

Levetec’s Extrema Edging machine uses a 220-volt, 2-horsepower mono-phase motor to power an edger suitable for professional applications. Two counter-rotating grinding elements operate at 1,200-2,300 rpm, while a 360-degree steering handle allows the operator to grind edges right up to the wall. The incorporated vacuum port allows for virtually dust-free […]

Kraft Tool Co. offers the new Buckeye Straightedge. This one-man straightedge is made for striking off or leveling concrete, sand and other building materials. It is available in six sizes, ranging from 4 feet to 12 feet. A top-reading springloaded level vial allows easy on-the-job adjustments. It is made of […]