The president of the American Concrete Institute, Richard D. Stehly, passed away Sept. 28. A member of ACI since 1980, Stehly was elected president of the Institute in March 2010. During his short time as president, he championed several ACI initiatives in sustainable development regarding the use of concrete.

Arbortech has introduced high-performance blades for harder, faster and longer cuts. The blades are available as aftermarket accessories in both the general-purpose and plunge styles for its AS170 brick and mortar saw.

Husqvarna Construction Products has released the K970, an innovative power cutter better able to facilitate the work of cutting professionals. It replaces the popular K960 model.

Amano Pioneer Eclipse has released PowerStar Stain Resistant Top Shield. Called an “intelligent floor-care treatment,” Top Shield is an important part of the PowerStar concrete floor maintenance system.

Kraft Tool Co. has introduced a new line of trowels, the Elite Series Five Star Concrete Trowels. Designed for the professional finisher, the trowels possess a truly “brokenin” blade ready for immediate use. Elite Series Five Star Trowels are available in three new handle styles: soft Proform, Hardwood and Leather.

Applied Diamond Tools has introduced the Cutter’s Way 5-inch Wet Stone Cutter to the market. This wet stone cutter is ideal for cutting a variety of stones such as granite, marble, limestone and slate.

Allen Engineering Corp.’s new E-Screed by Magic Screed features a high-frequency electric motor with zero moving parts, plus a rechargeable and easily replaceable 36-volt battery.

Engrave-A-Crete has introduced the Blast Force System, its latest decorative concrete engraving process. The core of the Blast Force System is Blastin’ Betty, a specialized blasting machine that features wide rollers for maneuvering over a wide variety of surfaces.

For nearly 20 years, American Polymer has been making a name for itself in the graffiti abatement industry. Its new countertop sealant, Amperseal, is putting those years of experience at the service of decorative concrete professionals.

Amano Pioneer Eclipse has introduced PowerGloss polishing pads as part of its concrete floor maintenance system. Though PowerGloss pads resemble common cleaning or stripping pads, their innovative design includes strategically placed diamondimpregnated pucks that effectively polish concrete floor surfaces.