The Allen MSP 445 is a new mechanical-drive riding trowel in the Mechanical Super Pro series from Allen Engineering Corp. Features include a 40- horsepower engine, a new torque-converter clutch system and an improved weight-to-horsepower ratio. The machine also offers manual steering and pitch controls, rotor speeds of up to […]

Concrete Earth has unveiled the Ecoguard Concrete Polishing System, an ecofriendly four-step polishing process with a long-term maintenance and sustainability program. The system is comprised of: Ecoguard Pre-Grind, an organic cleaning and etching compound that reduces labor and diamond wear; Ecoguard Color Infusion, an ecofriendly stain that offers all of […]

NewLook International Inc. has hired Specrete-IP Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio, to support and manage its Midwest territory. Specrete is a team comprised of John Anderson and Bill Wittlinger, highly qualified sales representatives with extensive experience in the building materials and decorative concrete industry. Specrete will be primarily supporting customers in […]

Hyde Tools has released the Hyde 14-in-1 Multi-tool, which offers four screw bits in the handle plus 10 other common uses. Hyde’s newest tool combines the company’s trademark high-quality, lightweight design with a tool that can scrape paint, spread compound, clean rollers, remove putty, open cracks, set nails, scrape contours, […]

Corporate Knights Magazine has included ARXX Corp. on its 2010 Cleantech Next 10 list, which identifies the top 10 emerging Cleantech companies. The website of Cleantech Group LLC defines Cleantech as follows: “Cleantech is new technology and related business models that offer competitive returns for investors and customers while providing […]

Hilti’s new cordless SIW 18T-A CPC lithium ion hightorque impact wrench delivers more torque and packs impressive battery performance into a rugged, compact design for complete mobility. The impact mechanism incorporated in this Hilti tool has been finely tuned for maximum efficiency when fastening metal bolts, wood lag bolts and […]

Cemstone has hired Patrick Murphy as its safety/environmental coordinator. Murphy will help manage safety and environmental program initiatives. Key responsibilities will include conducting environmental and safety inspections at Cemstone plants and mining sites, as well as satisfying compliance and reporting requirements using best management practices. Murphy will update storm-water pollution […]

Lura Enterprises has released a new attachment for use with its Lightning Strike roller screed. The new Wall Walker is designed to hang off the top of a wall and adjust down in quarter-inch increments, allowing you to strike off a floor as far down as 54 inches. This will […]

Stone Construction Equipment Inc. has announced the appointment of George Moser, from Dawsonville, Ga., as district sales manager. Moser was part of the Stone sales team from 1993 to 1999. He has amassed a wealth of experience with both Stone equipment and Stone customers. He has logged 25 years in […]

Robert Chaney has been named divisional manager for British Columbia at Winnipeg, Manitoba, building solutions company Antex Western Ltd. He previously worked for his own decorative concrete firm, Tru-Glaze Ltd., based in Victoria, British Columbia. Antex Western’s new B.C. division will offer carpet and resilient flooring, Reazzo recycled terrazzo flooring […]