Concrete Chemical Technologies, based in Richmond, B.C., has spread its Concretech Decorative Product line further into the United States via Concrete Chemicals of California. The Concretech brand has been a dominant decorative concrete line in Canada for years since the line came into existence 12 years ago in 1997. Greg […]
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Pioneering contractor dies
Doug Demmert, founder of Demmert & Associates, a decorative concrete contractor based in Glendale, Calif., died Sunday, August 9, 2009, at his home in Glendale. A pioneer of polished concrete in the southern California region, Doug and his son Greg made Demmert & Associates a “goto” company for high-end decorative […]
More new ACI publications
The American Concrete Institute has announced the availability of four new publications. They are “Guide for the Use of Volumetric-Measuring and Continuous-Mixing Concrete Equipment (304.6R-09),” “Guide for Cementitious Repair Material Data Sheet (364.3R-09),” “Guide for the Use of Polymers in Concrete (548.1R-09)” and “Report on Polymer-Modified Concrete (548.3R-09).” ? (248) […]
New compressor/generator units
Jenny Products Inc. has introduced two compressor/ generator combination models. The K11HGA-17P-3000W features Jenny’s renowned “K” pump, a heavy-duty, single-stage cast-iron compressor pump. The unit is powered by an 11-horsepower Honda GX series OHV engine with electric start and produces 8.9 cfm at 100 psi or 8.6 cfm at 125 […]
Densifier from W.R. Meadows
W.R. Meadows Inc. has introduced Liqui-Hard Ultra concrete densifier and chemical hardener. The ready-to-use, colorless liquid hardens and dustproofs concrete at a molecular level. A properly finished surface boasts substantial improvement in abrasion and chemical resistance. Liqui-Hard Ultra will significantly improve durability as well as enhance sheen. As Liqui-Hard Ultra […]
Hilti releases demolition tool
Featuring the lowest vibration in its class, the TE 1000-AVR from Hilti has the power for outstanding demolition productivity, yet offers the flexibility to reduce impact for precision work. With 16 foot-pounds of energy, the TE 1000-AVR is a productive tool for a wide range of demolition applications. Powered by […]
Now to the Lavina line
Superabrasive Inc. has introduced three products to the Lavina SPS line of chemicals. Lavina SPS Premium Densifier enables diamonds to grind at their highest potential. The patented formulation penetrates and reacts quickly to produce better initial and ultimate hardness. It also provides better abrasion resistance than conventional hardeners and produces […]
ISFA revamps Web site
The International Surface Fabricators Association has completed “phase one” of its new Web site at www.isfanow.org. Targeted to consumers, architects, interior designers and other specification professionals, Isfanow.org is positioned as the ultimate resource for all things countertop. Visitors to the new Web site are able to access information on all […]
PosiGrip dipped gloves introduced
West Chester Holdings expanded its PosiGrip line with dipped gloves for industrial and commercial applications. Combining the comfort of a nylon or poly/cotton base material with the functionality of a dipped glove, these new gloves provide extra grip on wet or oily materials and better surface adhesion on dry applications. […]
Reward introduces sFrame
Reward Wall Systems has designed and created the sFrame integrated framing assembly (IFA) for doors and windows. The assemblies further enhance the building envelope required by commercial insulating concrete form (ICF) construction. The sFrame is a preformed steel, two-in-one IFA that combines the buck and frame in one system, which […]







