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Sanders Saws has a new Diamond Wire Saw, designed for numerous remodeling, restoration and demolition applications. The compact, hydraulic DSM-10A saw from Hakken can be attached to a variety of concrete structures or anchored to the floor. This powerful unit operates at 3,000 psi. Its drive feed system utilizes an […]
Here’s a novel, fast and inexpensive way of saw-cutting curves on concrete overlays or toppings, using a 1⁄4" diameter PVC pipe, 4" grinder and shop-vac.
Powers Fasteners is taking the final step in completing its gas-fired fastening system with the introduction of Trak- It Model TI-C concrete nailing tool. The tool is lighter than most concrete gas nailing tools and has an easy access latched opening on the nosepiece that enables the operator to clear […]
General Equipment Co. has introduced an electricpowered floor-covering scraper. Ideal for removing such materials as carpet, ceramic tile, linoleum and mastic, the FCS16 Rip-R-Stripper offers high productivity, an ergonomic design and multiple removal accessories. With an exciter unit mounted directly to the driveshaft, the scraper uses downward force to bore […]
With its new Powerwall finish, Sto Corp. has released an economical option to elastomeric finishes. Powerwall is a ready mixed, flexible-textured wall coating used as a decorative and protective wall finish over prepared concrete, masonry and plaster/stucco substrates. It is available in Fine, Medium, and Swirl textures. The acrylic-based finish […]
Miracote’s Miraflex II system recently received its ICCES listing — ER 5452. A cementitious waterproofing system for concrete or wood, Miraflex II is excellent for new construction and a great application where restoration is required. The system also has a Class A one-hour fire rating approval. The Miraflex II system […]
Originally developed for finishing drywall, this magical tool smooths concrete surfaces without leaving any trowel lines. “We’re getting so many calls from concrete people,” says Joe Torres, president of TexMaster Tools, which makes the Magic Trowel. “The guys in this industry are going crazy!”
Scofield has added new colors to its premier line of Chromix Admixtures for Color-Conditioned Concrete. The “modern” palette offers expanded choices for integrally coloring concrete. More than 400 custom colors also are available by special order. For a copy of Color Chart A- 312.11 for CHROMIX Admixtures for Color-Conditioned Concrete, […]
Also new from Bon Tool is the Contoured Kneeler Board, which provides comfortable, soft support for concrete finishing. The foam polyurethane is molded to fit the shape of the knees in the kneeling position. The cushion is anatomically formed to provide even weight distribution and consequently greater relief for knees […]
Bon Tool Co.’s new Rock N’ Roll Bracket for bull floats and fresnos provides full-up and full-down pitch with just half a turn on the handle. This eliminates side-to-side movement on the bull float. The Rock N’ Roll Bracket is made of high-strength aluminum casting with a heavy-duty turning mechanism […]
