Author: Concrete Decor Staff

Wet polisher from Metabo offers more power, highest speed range

Metabo Corp. now offers a 4-inch wet polisher, the PWE11-100, that is ideal for polishing and finishing natural stone, artificial stone and concrete. The new polisher includes Metabo’s VTC (Vario Tacho Constamatic) electronic speed stabilization for increased productivity under the heaviest operating conditions. The PWE11-100 features a long-lasting 9.6-amp motor […]

Single-disc machines from Amano Pioneer Eclipse

Amano Pioneer Eclipse has introduced two new single-disc machines — a corded polisher and a high-speed corded burnisher — to its high-performance line of electric, battery-powered and propane-powered floor machines. The PE200BU is a 20-inch high-speed electric burnisher that generates a pad speed of 1,600 rpm. The 1.5-horsepower DC electric […]

Grinding and polishing module from Scofield

L.M. Scofield Co. has launched a new online American Institute of Architects Distance Education System module entitled “Architectural Concrete: Ground & Polished with Integral Color, Dyes and Stains.” This free module explains the basic principles behind the ground and polished concrete process and discusses LEED project qualifying, slip coefficient, coloring […]

New Line of Precasting Vibrators from Vibco

Vibco Vibrators has announced the new AL line of lighter-weight, high-frequency concrete vibrators. These lighter designs feature durable, cast aluminum housings that weigh less than comparable cast-iron models without sacrificing performance. There are four new models available. The US-450TAL is ideal for concrete countertops, while the US-700AL is ideal for […]

New moisture meter from Proceq

Switzerland-based Proceq has introduced the Hygropin moisture meter for concrete. Its small and fast sensor makes diagnosing moisture according to ASTM standards quick and easy. The ASTM test procedure requires placing a measuring sleeve at a specific, well-defined depth in the concrete. After moisture equilibrium is achieved, the relative humidity […]

A terrazzo system with an antimicrobial agent

New from Flowcrete, Mondeco TZ is a joint-free polyurethane terrazzo flooring system that combines hard-wearing silver granite and white flint aggregates with a powerful silver ion-based antimicrobial agent. It has been designed to deliver the highest order in durability, resistance and hygiene for the most demanding industrial environments. The system’s […]