Kraft Tool Co. has introduced a 24-inch clamp-style, solvent-resistant Application Squeegee Frame with a threaded handle adaptor. It is used for consistent depth when spreading self-leveling materials, thin materials or concrete restoration applications. EPDM reversible (notched on both sides) squeegee blades are sold separately and available in three styles: Straight […]

Alpha Professional Tools has released the second DVD in its series of educational training videos. This video focuses on fabricating and installing granite countertop blanks. Prefabricated blanks are more popular than ever due to the ease of handling and the amount of work needed to make a custom countertop. This […]

Paul Albanelli, president of Albanelli Cement Contractors Inc., has been elected president of the American Society of Concrete Contractors for 2009-2010. Scott Anderson, Clay Fischer, Mike Poppoff and Thomas Zinchiak were elected vice presidents, and Harry Moats was elected secretary and treasurer. Elected to the board of directors were Robert […]

MK Diamond Products has introduced an 18-inch concrete saw that features a 10-horsepower Baldor threephase electric motor, available in either 230 volts or 460 volts. The MK-1610B features a one-piece steel chassis that will not flex during operation. A hinged blade guard mounts on either side of the saw and […]

Nawkaw Corp. has added a second sales representative to its Nawkaw Pacific Southwest Inc. territory. Collyer Cronk will be responsible for sales and customer accounts for Nawkaw Architectural Stain, Reckli Concrete Formliners, and accessory product lines for all of California. Nawkaw Pacific Southwest Inc. covers California, Nevada and Arizona. ? […]

SpectraQuartz Colored Quartz is permanently pigmented high-purity quartz that provides color, texture and slip resistance to concrete floors and walls. SpectraQuartz is UV and chemical resistant and retains its color and hardness for years. Available in a wide range of standard colors and blends, SpectraQuartz is produced with environmentally friendly […]

Tibroc-Radio Controlled Concrete Finishers has released its RPT-55 Radio Controlled Power Trowel. The machine features a 5.5- horsepower Honda GX 160 engine, five trowels per spider, trowel speed of 50 rpm to 150 rpm (controlled from the transmitter), trowel pitch of up to 35 degrees (controlled from the transmitter), and […]

Stonhard Inc.’s new Green Concrete Primer can be installed over concrete as soon as five days after pouring. Green Concrete Primer, a twostep, epoxy-based priming system, is compatible with most Stonhard flooring and lining systems and only varies from system to system in the application process. Besides drastically speeding up […]

Concrete Coatings Inc. has introduced an alkali reactive stain called GemStain. Developed as an alternative to acid stain, GemStain gives concrete an aged mottled look without the use of acid. The stain has an accelerated reaction with concrete that creates a deep and brilliant color. It’s available in 10 standard […]