The Garland Co.’s new Tuff-Coat single-component, low-solvent, emulsified polyresin coating damp-proofs and beautifies all types of exterior and interior masonry wall surfaces, including concrete. Tuff-Coat wall coating provides heavy-bodied protection against moisture, UV, fumes, and fresh or salt water, while allowing water vapor to escape the structure through its breathable […]

Applied Diamond Tools has introduced 4-inch Metal Bond Flexible Diamond Polishing/Grinding Pads. These metal-bond flexible diamond grinding pads are designed for heavy to medium grinding of granite, concrete and other stones. They uniquely combine the aggressive, long-lasting features of cup wheels with the flexibility of diamond pads. These aggressive, purely […]

Many of the brushes meant for masonry work are 5 inches or larger so they can efficiently apply coatings to wider areas, but these tools are too big to use with waterproofing coatings and other materials straight from the can. To solve this problem, Wooster has just unveiled the Masonry […]

The K3000 Dust Reducer and the WT 15 water tank are two new attachments from Husqvarna Construction Products for the K3000 line of electric power cutters. The K3000 Dust Reducer easily attaches to the K 3000 Vac power cutter to minimize dust while sawing. The K3000 Dust Reducer works exceptionally […]

Maxwell Systems Inc. has released Maxwell Systems ProContractorMX version 2.7, which offers valuable new construction management capabilities. The 2.7 version delivers a new safety manager module and new tools to increase takeoff speed and accuracy, comply with OSHA safety regulations, easily manage equipment maintenance, simplify processes and eliminate redundancies. www.maxwellsystems.com

Water Cannon Inc. has launched a new user-friendly website. Features include a powerful search feature, an updated layout and product reviews. A filtering feature lets customers sort the thousands of items Water Cannon sells by pressure per square inch, gallons per minute, price, manufacturer and more. www.watercannon.com

Equipment Development Co. Inc. is now offering a hand-held saw. This 16-inch saw contains CARDI Smart Electronic Technology that protects motors against overload, ensures smooth starts and provides added electrical safety. Equipped with a powerful motor, this saw cuts concrete, masonry, asphalt, stone and metal. Its maximum cutting depth is […]

Metabo Corp. is now offering the 5 inch WEPA14-125 Quick angle grinder, featuring Metabo’s autobalance system that extends tool and wheel life while making the grinder safer and more comfortable to use. The WEPA14-125 Quick, ideal for heavy-duty cutting and grinding applications, features a long-lasting 12.2-amp motor, 1,450 watts of […]

From the Associated General Contractors of America: The U.S. House of Representatives passed AGC-supported legislation, H.R. 2273, the Coal Residuals and Management Act, on Oct. 14 by a vote of 267 to 144. The bill prevents coal combustion residuals (e.g., fly ash) from being designated as “hazardous” materials. The U.S. […]