The Blastrac Turbo-Vac II dust collection system is designed specifically for the concrete market. This very maneuverable, 68-pound vacuum uses twin 1 kilowatt motors for the highest pulling power available in its class. It handles dust generated during concrete grinding, planning, cleaning or cutting with ease.
Author: Concrete Decor Staff
Hat helps you keep your cool
The new Performance Work Hat, from Gorgonz Performance Work Gear, uses patented Hydroweave and Coolmax fabrics to keep you cool and dry while working in warm weather.
Lightweight concrete trowel works fast
Wacker’s new concrete ride-on trowel with electronic steering offers an effortless alternative at an exceptional value. Because this ride-on trowel is lighter than its competitive hydrostatic counterparts, it is able to get onto the slab faster, making more productive use of manpower and equipment.
Grinding system ideal for small spaces
With Edco Shield — a hardening and densifying agent — and the company’s convenient and easily maneuverable floor grinders, you can refurbish, seal, protect and polish smaller spaces up to 2,000 sq. ft.
Overlayment sets fast,takes colors well
Concrete Canvas, from Specialty Concrete Products, is a self-leveling, polymer-modified overlayment that is designed for fast-track resurfacing of concrete surfaces.
Extra-wide floats cover more surface area
Marshalltown has released an entire new line of tough, lightweight magnesium hand floats. Called “The Hog,” these new floats feature a massive 33⁄4-inch wide blade that covers more surface area and wears longer.
Mixer fits in the trunk of your car
The new Mix-N-Go mixer from Multiquip is ideal for a variety of job applications, including small footings and bases, binding block and concrete patching.
Chusid named CSI Fellow
Michael T. Chusid, of Encino, Calif., became a Fellow of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) in April. Fellowship is among CSI’s most prestigious honors.
Terrazzo Finds a New Home as Kitchen Countertops
On the heels of the concrete countertop trend, terrazzo is making its way into the kitchen. Steve Jarred, a field representative for Mason Supply Co. in Eugene, Ore., says one of the most popular applications for terrazzo in the Pacific Northwest right now is for countertops.
Photo courtesy of TerrazzoCo
MAPEI celebrates 25 years in Canada
MAPEI is proud to announce that it has successfully completed 25 years of business in Canada. The parent company, MAPEI Group, was initially launched in 1937.