Metabo Corp. has introduced the W2000 9-inch angle grinder. Ideal for cutting, grinding and sanding, the W2000 is equipped with a 9-inch wheel guard, delivers 115 inch-pounds of torque and has a no-load speed of 6,600 rpm. This large angle grinder is one of the most efficient on the market, […]
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Deaerator for polyurea polyaspartics
Pflaumer Brothers Inc. has announced new Tallicin 4040 Deaerator, especially for polyurea polyaspartic coatings used on concrete, metal, wood and other substrates. The new deaerator is extremely effective as a bubble-release additive in polyaspartic coatings with up to 8 mil film thickness, helping to eliminate pin holes, craters, and orange […]
New Custom Chip Color Selector online feature from Dur-A-Flex
Now there’s a simple, accurate way to customize colors for your floor. Dur-A-Flex has introduced an online tool called the Custom Chip Color Selector, taking the guesswork out of color design and putting the creative mixing in your hands, literally. Dur-A-Flex’s website invites visitors to begin their custom floor design […]
Study: Two-component waterborne polyurethane sealers work well
A Bayer MaterialScience LLC scientist studied the use of two-component, ultra-low-VOC waterborne polyurethane sealers with decorative concrete options to achieve durability and aesthetic targets. Due to the increased demand for higher-durability concrete sealers, this waterborne polyurethane technology is considered to be a replacement for the acrylic stain-guard products currently being […]
GFRC Face Mix useable in two new textures
SureCrete Design Products’ Xtreme Series GFRC Face Mix can now be used to create two new textures: Sand Stone and Pressed. The Xtreme Series GFRC Face Mix is a hybrid GFRC technology that does not experience temperature restraints in mixing, spraying or delivery of raw materials due to its lack […]
Delta Performance Products LLC acquires Mandala Design
Delta Performance Products LLC has acquired the assets of concrete countertop outfit Mandala Design, of Ashville, N.C., and has established Mandala Studio in its Covington, Ga. headquarters. Delta now operates two divisions, Blueconcrete and Mandala Studio. Blueconcrete provides admixtures and colors for countertop and precast manufacturers. Mandala Studio produces custom […]
The Concrete Countertop Institute moves training center to Chicago
The Concrete Countertop Institute has moved its primary training location to the Chicago area. All hands-on classes will be held at the Concrete Countertop Supply by Fishstone facility in Elgin, Ill. There will be no change in curriculum or instructors. Jeff Girard, president of The Concrete Countertop Institute, will continue […]
Fiery, Overflowing Concrete Martini Glass is the Toast of Las Vegas
This concrete martini glass, tricked out with real fire, flowing water and concrete casino kitsch, was the toast of the Artistry in Decorative Concrete exhibition at the 2012 World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas.
Ultramarine Blue pigment developed by chemists
Nubiola has developed a new Ultramarine Blue for cementitious formulations. The new blue is available in two pigments that make up the Nubicem B series. Nubicem B-101 is an Ultramarine Blue recommended for indoor use, as well as outdoors where water contact is not extreme. Nubicem B-201 is Ultramarine Blue […]
L. M. Scofield debuts Soft Gray dye color
L. M. Scofield Co. has added a new color, Soft Gray, to its color options for its Formula One Liquid Dyes. The addition brings the total colors of dye available to 22. www.scofield.com
