DeWalt’s D25300DH dust extraction system with HEPA filtration is ideal for professional concrete contractors and other professional end users who need to drill holes in a clean environment. The D25300DH can be used in conjunction with DeWalt three-mode L-shape hammers. DeWalt designed the dust extraction system to be powered by […]

GranQuartz Stone & Concrete Systems recently introduced the Eurovac II Portable Vacuum, designed specifically for concrete grinding applications. The Eurovac II contains a 3000-watt, 3.9-horsepower pump and produces 250 cfm. The power comes from the use of three on-board motors controlled by two switches. This proprietary system is used to […]

The fifth-generation the DC3800 series HEPA vacuum systems from Dustcontrol features a new motor configuration that increases performance from the previous model by roughly 15 percent, improving static pressure and airflow, while reducing sound levels by 5 percent. The latest DC3800 series models also come with an indicator light telling […]

The Blastrac BDC-1216 industrial-grade dust collector is a compact, low-profile dry vacuum that can be used with a wide range of hand tools, small walk-behind scarifiers, concrete grinders and shot blasters. The BDC-1216 reduces airborne dust, providing a cleaner work environment. The dust collector weighs 88 pounds and has a […]

The year 2018 marks the 60th anniversary for Bon Tool Co, a leading manufacturer of professional-grade construction tools and equipment. Built on the strength of a single masonry product, Bon’s product line has expanded to nearly 6,000 tools for the trowel trades.

More than 2,000 engineers, architects, contractors, educators, manufacturers, and material representatives from around the world are expected to convene at the The Grand America Hotel & The Little America Hotel, Salt Lake City, UT, USA, March 25-29, 2018, to collaborate on concrete codes, specifications, and practices. Technical and educational sessions will provide attendees with the latest research, case studies, best practices, and the opportunity to earn Professional Development Hours (PDHs).

The 2007 Concrete Countertop Industry Conference, to be held October 25- 27, 2007, in Charlotte, N.C., will feature Fu-Tung Cheng as keynote speaker and design seminar presenter. Fu-Tung Cheng, an expert on interior concrete applications and a pioneer in the decorative concrete industry, is the president and founder of Cheng […]

Energy performance requirements within the LEED Green Building Rating System will increase by 14 percent as part of the climate change agenda of the U.S. Green Building Council. USGBC membership overwhelmingly passed a vote for all LEED-certified projects to achieve at least two “Optimize Energy Performance” points, which will improve […]

Grace Construction Products appointed Michael D. Ragan vice president and business director for the Americas Concrete and Cement business unit. Ragan will direcly manage sales, product management and technical services functions and will have profit and loss responsibility for the North and South American Cement and Concrete business units. He […]

Entries in the second Holcim Awards competition to promote sustainable construction worldwide may be submitted until Feb. 29, 2008, at the Holcom Awards Web site. The prize money for the five regional competitions and the global awards totals USD $2 million. The Awards are an initiative of the Swiss-based Holcim […]