Professional Trade Publications Inc. is seeking presentation proposals for the 2013 Concrete Decor Show, to be held March 11-15, 2013, in Charlotte, N.C. Presentations are sought for both basic and advanced courses, including educational seminars, hands-on workshops and panel discussions. Courses may cover, but are not limited to, topics under […]
Latest
Attachments for power cutters
Husqvarna Construction Products has introduced two new attachments for the K3000 line of electric power cutters: the K3000 Dust Reducer and the WT 15 water tank. The K3000 Dust Reducer easily attaches to the K 3000 Vac power cutter to minimize dust while sawing. It works exceptionally well on flat […]
Stego launches three new accessories
Stego Industries LLC has unveiled its three newest installation accessories: the Stego Crete Claw, the StegoTack Tape, and the Stego Term Bar. The Stego Crete Claw is a multilayered tape/detail strip that will mechanically lock Stego Wrap Vapor Barrier to concrete. Thanks to the strip’s patent-pending design, wet concrete bonds […]
New countertop corbel from Federal Brace
The Eleuthera Metal Countertop Corbel from Federal Brace mixes the best of both worlds — the elegant lines of a corbel and the strength of a metal countertop support bracket. With its naturally flowing lines and the beautiful finish, the Eleuthera brings the traditional corbel design to the countertop support […]
Backyard Patio Sports Acid Stained Vines
A concrete contractor working with acid stain enjoys the challenge of layering colors when there is only one shot at the job and a limited color palette. Learn how to achieve more color variations than clients expect.
New Ways to Sell Stained Concrete in Changing Times
The vast majority of return customers usually flow straight into the project’s objective, colors, design, etc., but this conversation was anything but typical. Each time when asked about designs or expectations the customer brought up price and budget.
Gnomeinator 2000 is unveiled
Tommy T. Cook and FRP Equipment have teamed up to develop The Gnomeinator 2000 (G2). Designed with smaller shops in mind, the G2 FRC pump allows the user to spray up to five gallons of 3/4-inch GFRC premix, or similar mix designs, onto vertical surfaces or 3-D forms, achieving higher […]
Ardex launches Android app
Ardex Americas has developed a free Android Product Calculator Application, which features a user-friendly calculator that installers, distributors, architects and engineers can use to calculate the amount of Ardex product required to cover a job area. The Ardex Android App also gives detailed product descriptions, directs users to local sales […]
Kim Cook Announced as New President & COO
Halco Lighting Technologies has announced that Kim Cook is the new president of Halco Lighting Technologies. She will also retain her current title as chief operating officer, which she has held since 2005. Since joining Halco in 1992, Kim Cook has held positions as Account Representative, Regional Sales Manager, National […]
Concrete Artisan Leaves Corporate Job for Decorative Concrete
Desperate to get away from the corporate rat race, Greg Hyde Hryniewicz started a concrete coatings company, and in the seven intervening years, he’s turned it into a decorative concrete firm that’s garnered numerous awards.
