The Hilti PM 4-M Multi Line Laser takes leveling, plumbing and aligning applications to the next level. The PM 4-M features two vertical lines and one horizontal line for maximum versatility for leveling or aligning applications such as leveling outlets, cable trays, pipes, suspended ceiling, aligning doors and windows and […]
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CTS augments product line with Type-G expansive additive
CTS Cement Manufacturing Co. now offers CTS Type-G expansive mineral additive for use in shrinkage reduction and shrinkage compensation in portland cement concrete. The Type-G additive can be used in any application where regular portland cement concrete is used, including flatwork, bridge-decks, parking structures, topping slabs and pre-cast elements. The […]
New lightweight, economic angle grinder from Metabo
Metabo Corporation introduces a new lightweight, ergonomic angle grinder designed for applications in the field using AC/DC power sources. The W1080 RT 5-inch angle grinder, also known as the ‘Rat Tail’ because of its handle design, fits comfortably in the user’s hand and features a rubberized grip that dampens vibration […]
Mapei introduces three new products
Mapei recently introduced three new products. Planitop 11 and Planitop 18 ES repair mortars and the Mapeshield I galvanic anode answer the needs of contractors dealing with corrosion prevention and concrete repairs. Planitop 11 is a one-component, pre-extended, cementitious, flowable mortar for full-depth structural concrete repairs in above-, below- and […]
Kut-Rite’s new grinder-polisher
Kut-Rite Manufacturing recently unveiled the Conquer20 SS. The machine builds on the features of other models in the Conquer series. The low-cost, lightweight machine is targeted to the residential contractor. Although it will serve as Kut-Rite’s entry-level machine, the SS offers most of the options of the original Conquer20. Two […]
New scabblers from CS Unitec
CS Unitec’s new triple-head concrete scabblers efficiently remove laitance and expose aggregate for the application of sealants and coatings. Three tungsten carbide- tipped pistons produce 7,200 blows per minute to reduce, roughen and texture concrete. Models 153.5200 and 153.5250 consume only 15.9 cubic feet per minute and have a vibration […]
Rapid Set’s self-leveling underlayment
Rapid Set has launched LevelFlor, an advanced hydraulic cement-based self- leveling underlayment that can be used both indoors and outdoors. LevelFlor rapidly levels, maintains workability for 30 minutes and produces a smooth, strong surface with high bond strength. It is designed for fast- track application, so it can accept foot […]
Removal products attack graffiti and stamped-concrete sealers
Nox-Crete Products Group has announced three new removal products: Deco-Strip, Tax-X and Tag-Erase. Deco-Strip is an acrylic sealer removal product designed specifically for stamped concrete. The biodegradable product restores stamped concrete to its original condition without scrubbing, scraping or creating harmful waste. Deco-Strip quickly penetrates and softens acrylic decorative concrete […]
Saw offers multiple cutting angles
The new Curbie Curb Cutting Saw, developed and marketed through a joint venture between Phoenix Curb Machines and Stone Construction Machinery, is designed to slice concrete at nearly every angle. The compact machine incorporates the MFASH, a multifunctional articulating saw head that cuts horizontally at pavement level for curbs, slices […]
Concrete Artisan Explains How to Mass-produce Concrete Countertop Slabs
Move over marble, granite and engineered composites. With the popularity of concrete countertops on the rise, the time has come for mass-produced precast concrete slabs to enter into the fray.
