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Crete-Lease 880-VOC-Xtra release agent is an ecofriendly formulation that maximizes visual impact, mimics from surfaces and exceeds VOC regulations. Crete-Lease 880-VOC-Xtra provides easy and stain-free clean stripping of forms and form liners from concrete. The result mimics the surface of molds and site amenities for a superior finish without bug-holes. […]
Adaptive Concrete Innovations has announced the industry’s first measurement device for reading concrete surface texture. The T Meter is capable of reading concrete texture in three parameters: STG (surface texture grade) as described in CSDA Standard ST115, RA (roughness average), and CSP 1-6 as ICRI-defined parameters of concrete surface profiles. […]
Blastcrete Equipment Co. has released the H-020 gunite attachment, giving shotcrete contractors a powerful rotary gunite machine that attaches easily to any skid steer, requires less compressed air, and saves space on job sites. The easy-to-operate machine delivers precise material control for projects including concrete repair, soil stabilization and refractory […]
ChemMasters Inc. has introduced a new enhanced-strength, nonshrink, nonmetallic construction grout. Gorilla Grout is ideal for use in high-compressive strength applications without the “creep” associated with epoxy grout formulations. Plastic and flowable compressive strengths exceed 10,000 psi at 28 days (as tested with the ASTM C 109 2-inch cube test.) […]
Concrete Decor welecomes these movers and shakers to their new positions in fall 2013: Jeff Bishop, precast division manager, Nox-Crete Products Group Donnie Denton, service center manager for Atlanta, Husqvarna Construction Products Robert Dorris, service, Concrete Solutions and Supply (San Diego) Sean Dunn, sales representative for Texas, Westcoat Specialty Coating […]
In its latest forecast, the Portland Cement Association forecasts 2013 cement consumption to reach nearly 80 million metric tons, a 4.5 percent increase over 2012. Consumption levels will reach 86 million metric tons in 2014, an 8.1 percent year-over-year gain. During 2014, the forecast states, it is possible that all […]
Ermator has introduced the T8600, a new propane vacuum. The T8600 Propane has an 18-horsepower Kawasaki motor, made by American Onyx, with a direct-driven turbine. It achieves 410 cubic feet of air per minute and 115 inches of water lift. All Ermator dust extractors include standard features that protect workers […]
Cheng Concrete has relaunched its concrete design contest as a fresh series called the Concrete Maker Challenge, with the first contest focused on the Kitchen and Bath categories. The Challenge was open to any concrete maker with a kitchen or bath project made with any of the following Cheng mix […]
Dependable LLC’s Wearflow is a self-leveler for restoration projects. A product suited for restoring degraded industrial or commercial concrete floor surfaces, Wearflow is cement-based with a wear-resistant top. It is high-strength and can be opened to high-traffic areas in as soon as 24 hours. Wearflow is available in 50-pound bags […]
The new Hilti PR 2-HS Rotating Laser was built to withstand harsh job-site conditions while providing best-in-class leveling time. With this new tool, transferring heights, setting slopes or simple leveling are made easy with clearly defined function buttons. With integrated Hilti Pulse Power technology, users will see readings with an […]
