Advancements to the Doosan DL300 and DL350 wheel loaders provide operators with improved lift capabilities, increased fuel efficiency and enhanced cab comfort. This interim Tier 4-compliant machine (iT4) also has been engineered to deliver higher horsepower to tackle a wide variety of material handling applications — such as quarries, mines, […]
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New low-VOC waterproofing solution
W. R. Meadows recently introduced Hydralastic 836 into its waterproofing lineup. Hydralastic 836 is a cold-applied, solvent-free, 100 percent solids, single-component waterproofing compound used for interior or exterior concrete surfaces where protection from water intrusion is desired. Used for horizontal and vertical applications, Hydralastic 836 is ideal for positive-side waterproofing […]
Husqvarna adds to its line of small floor grinders
The latest in Husqvarna’s series of small floor grinders has arrived. The new PG 400 – 220V grinder is perfect for those who want a little more width and power in a small grinder. The PG 400 – 220V has excellent ergonomic and performance features. It is easy and convenient […]
CDCLarue awarded new patent
CDCLarue has been awarded a patent from the US Patent & Trademark for a twist on/off Spun Bond Polyester PTFE coated air filter. The patent was issued July 2012 under US patent # 8226739. CDCLarue filters are made from a non-woven Spun bond Polyester material and coated with a PTFE […]
Most Common Problems with Tape on Concrete and Their Solutuions
It is widely known that the decorative concrete industry has struggled with tape issues for decades. These range from the tape tearing when overlays are being applied, or stain bleeding under the tape, to adhesive effectiveness when the tape gets wet.
Compass High School in Arizona Teaches Concrete Skills to Students
A high school teaching students the finer points of polishing? Bryon “Bru” Bruington, technical sales director for Kut-Rite Manufacturing Co., based in Michigan, heard about Compass High School from a colleague. “I was instructing for our polishing school in Tulsa, Okla., and a high school from Tucson had sent some […]
Concrete Artisan Develops New Product While Business is Slow
Artisan in Concrete – Change is what they do. Quick and Ickes started in business together in 1998 as a commercial pressure washing company.
Concrete Countertop Casting in the Summer Heat
Summertime brings challenges to almost everyone in the concrete industry. Heat and humidity can turn an ordinary job into a frantic scramble.
How Concrete Hardness Affects Diamond Life
How long is a set of diamonds supposed to last? Or more to the point, what kind of square footage can I expect out of a set of diamonds?
Managing Slack is Essential to Your Business
There is a big hairy monster lurking around your business. He’s not easy to detect and he has a real nasty habit of stealing from you. The monster I speak of is called “slack.”