The American Shotcrete Association has announced the release of a new landmark book on shotcrete. The 424-page book, “Shotcrete — A Compilation of Papers,” is a collection of the most important papers by Dudley R. “Rusty” Morgan, Ph.D., PEng, FACI, FCAE, concerning shotcrete. The papers are grouped under the following […]

Kraft Tool Co. has introduced a 24-inch clamp-style, solvent-resistant Application Squeegee Frame with a threaded handle adaptor. It is used for consistent depth when spreading self-leveling materials, thin materials or concrete restoration applications. EPDM reversible (notched on both sides) squeegee blades are sold separately and available in three styles: Straight […]

The new Metabo WE9-125 Quick 5- inch angle grinder is built with Metabo’s Vario Constamatic (VC) electronic speed stabilization. This makes the grinder ideal for heavy operating conditions such as grinding, cutting and finishing granite, marble or concrete. Metabo’s VC electronics constantly monitor the current in the motor, adding voltage […]

MK Diamond Products has introduced an 18-inch concrete saw that features a 10-horsepower Baldor threephase electric motor, available in either 230 volts or 460 volts. The MK-1610B features a one-piece steel chassis that will not flex during operation. A hinged blade guard mounts on either side of the saw and […]

With the introduction of the WT 10 water tank from Husqvarna Construction Products, it is now possible to be completely independent of a local water supply. Used in conjunction with DEX, a new dusthandling system that provides cleaner cutting with less water usage, the WT 10 also allows longer cutting […]

SpiderLath, from SpiderLath Inc., is a new fiberglass mesh and lath system for use in stucco, plaster, countertops, concrete stairs, concrete overlays and other installations. SpiderLath can be used over existing surfaces to apply finishes. Fully encapsulated in the mortar bed for a structurally sound scratch coat, it adds tensile […]

Chemline now offers Chemthane 8190, a flexible seal for expansion joints. Chemthane 8190 will provide contractors with a durable, flexible seal that will not become brittle and break out with movement. It is ideal for repairing spalled joints, as well as filling random cracks and patching gouges, holes and surface […]

A statement from the former national sales manager of QC On Feb. 25, 2009, QC Construction Products closed its doors, ceasing manufacturing and sales operations in the United States after 17 years. QC is the latest victim of a poor national economy that has been especially hard on the construction […]

CoolStain’s formula incorporates infrared reflective pigment technologies to minimize heat build in objects exposed to sunlight. Offered by NewLook International, CoolStain is ideal for pool decks, patios and sidewalks, city parks, aquatic areas, and other locations where the hot summer sun beats down on concrete. CoolStain is able to reduce […]