ProSpec has introduced Expansion Stabilization Technology for its line of Level Set underlayments and wear toppings, providing added protection against shrinkage and cracking. EST is an additive designed to reduce the potential for cracking and shrinkage through controlling precure chemical and physical reactions during underlayments’ plastic stage, when up to […]
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New riding trowels and power screed from Allen
Allen Engineering Corp. has developed two new riding trowels, redesigned another, and launched the Power Screed Pro. The MSP 415 riding trowel and HDX 740 hydraulic-powered riding trowel are the two new power trowels. The MSP 415 features a 35-horsepower air-cooled Vanguard gasoline engine, two 46-inch, five-bladed nonoverlapping rotors, and […]
Radio-controlled power trowel
Tibroc-Radio Controlled Concrete Finishers has released its RPT-55 Radio Controlled Power Trowel. The machine features a 5.5- horsepower Honda GX 160 engine, five trowels per spider, trowel speed of 50 rpm to 150 rpm (controlled from the transmitter), trowel pitch of up to 35 degrees (controlled from the transmitter), and […]
Kemiko wax is back
Epmar Corp. is pleased to announce the rebirth of the solvent-based Kemiko Stone Tone Wax. The solvent-based wax is specially formulated to produce a low-sheen finish with high protection and durability. It is designed for interior use over Kemiko Stone Tone Stain, pigmented colored concrete, tile, brick, or any masonry […]
Hyde Scraper and Brush Combo
A line of dual action Hyde scraper and brush combo will help save time and effort when scraping paint and pulling up flooring. The new Maxxgrip Pro scraper blade is available on the tapered nose of two industrial-quality brushes. The first is a long-handle large-brush design for large-area prepping, and […]
Angle grinder from Blastrac
Blastrac, NA has debuted a new angle grinder, the BL-233. This handheld grinder, after undergoing rigorous tests for safety and reliability, has won UL approval — one of few in the surface prep industry to do so. Manufactured specifically for concrete prep and coatings removal, the BL-233’s heavy-duty design offers […]
A stain that mixes with beer
GG Beer Concrete Stain from GG Innovative Products Inc. is a stain that may be mixed with water, alcohol, beer, wine, acetone or lacquer thinner. Mixing the stain with beer or wine helps create unique effects. Mixing with water helps to keep the product in line with a greener standard. […]
New mother-of-pearl overlay
Crown Polymers’ Mother-of-Pearl creates stunning results in environments where a sophisticated pearl effect is desirable. Crown Mother-of-Pearl overlays feature a beautiful luster created from semitransparent pigments that exhibit a silky luminous shine. It’s perfect for salons, fashion retailers, spas, pool decks, hotels, residential settings and other environments where beautiful and […]
Quality quartz
SpectraQuartz Colored Quartz is permanently pigmented high-purity quartz that provides color, texture and slip resistance to concrete floors and walls. SpectraQuartz is UV and chemical resistant and retains its color and hardness for years. Available in a wide range of standard colors and blends, SpectraQuartz is produced with environmentally friendly […]
Repair epoxies from Mapei
Mapei has introduced four new epoxy products to aid contractors in making interior and exterior concrete repairs. Planibond AE, a nonsag epoxy anchoring gel, was developed with extreme bonding capabilities, allowing it to adhere to masonry, concrete, steel and other structural materials. Planibond CR 50 is a very low-viscosity injection […]