Quikrete has added new concrete coatings and stains to its line of concrete products. Quikrete Etching Stains transforms plain concrete into a marble-like appearance with warm earth tones and unique shading. The acid-based stains react with the cement as they permanently penetrate the surface to create a unique, decorative, and […]
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Skanmaskin launches propane-powered grinder
The Scan Combiflex 800 Propane (SC 800 Propane) from Scanmaskin is the newest model in the Scan Combiflex line of grinders. The SC 800 is ideal for outdoor applications where there are limited power options. The grinder is a powerful and efficient machine, engineered for any application. The machine is […]
Super Guard from Clemons Concrete Coatings
Super Guard from Clemons Concrete Coatings is a new low-odor, waterborne urethane-acrylic sealer designed to protect decorative polished concrete surfaces. Super Guard can be applied quickly with a sprayer and microfiber pad and then burnished with high-speed methods to increase the durability and gloss. This product will enhance and protect […]
The latest design in dust collectors from Blastrac
The BDC-44, BDC-66 and BDC-99 dust collectors from Blastrac employ absolute HEPA filters for safety when used on hazardous materials. These particular dust collectors are compact but provide high performance. Components are inside the body to lower risk of damage during work or transportation. Heavy-duty equipment with solid body work […]
The American Concrete Institute unveils new logo
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) unveiled a new logo and tagline at World of Concrete in Jan. 2014. The first major update since 1964, the new logo reflects the heritage of the 110-year American Concrete Institute brand and its increasingly global reach with a more modern, vibrant, and professional image. […]
New SG7 surface grinder from General Equipment
The new SG7 surface grinder from General Equipment Co. is ideal for removing paint, thin-set overlays, adhesives, mastics and other floor coatings. When matched with General’s Pro Polish system, the SG7 becomes a low-cost, yet highly productive solution for smaller concrete polishing applications. What makes the SG7 unique is its […]
Metabo welcomes seasoned marketing manager
Metabo Corp. has hired Jere L. Geib, Jr. as its new marketing manager. Geib will be responsible for marketing, advertising, and sales promotions as well as supporting the development efforts for the company’s distribution channel. Before joining Metabo, Geib was the director of marketing for Translogistics, Inc., Birdsboro, Pa., where […]
Hyde Tools names Patrick Spinelli as plant manager
Patrick S. Spinelli has been named plant manager by Hyde Tools. The selection was due in part to Spinelli’s longtime contribution to manufacturing excellence through Lean and Continuous Improvement practices. Spinelli has overseen the operation of many departments and business units since joining Hyde in 1994. Spinelli began his career […]
ARDEX Americas promotes top business managers
Ardex Americas announces the promotion of Mark Walsh to Director of Sales, United States and Bob Dalton to Director of Customer Operations and Commercial Excellence.
Two high solids clear sealers join Versatile family
Versatile Building Products has just released 5100, a new 100-percent solids Fast Drying Polyaspartic and 5197, a fast drying Ultra High Solids Polyaspartic with low odor. Both low VOC Clear Topcoats are designed for use over concrete and a wide range of other concrete floor coatings and stains. Because the […]







