The type of equipment you use should reflect careful consideration of the surface you’re working on and the region you live in.
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A Primer on Pozzolans
Portland cement consists primarily of calcium silicates. When mixed with water, a chemical reaction known as hydration creates calcium silicate hydrate (CSH). Needle-like crystals of CSH interlock to hold concrete together, almost like a glue.
A Company that Listens – Proline Concrete Tools
Close communication with contractors has helped Proline perfect its offerings and maintain its position as a leader in the industry.
Metakaolin: The Pozzolan for Decorative Concrete
Decorative concrete contractors are discovering the many benefits of metakaolin, an admixture that makes concrete brighter, denser and more workable.
Power Curbers to offer hydraulic mold lift
Power Curbers Inc. will introduce a hydraulic mold lift designed for the 5700-SUPER-B slipform machine that is used for barrier/parapet work as well as curb-and-gutter and sidewalk applications, depending on the mold attached to the machine. The new lift will allow machine operators to easily and quickly lift a barrier […]
Liquid “gloves” protect hands
Gloves In A Bottle helps protect your hands at work by keeping moisturerobbing irritants out while locking natural moisture in. Unlike conventional moisturizers, which attempt to replace the skin’s natural moisture, Gloves In A Bottle bonds with the skin to create a barrier much like actual gloves. Once dry, Gloves […]
Elcometer introduces new cover meters
Protovale by Elcometer introduced the Protovale 331, a new series of covermeters. This model range has been designed to meet all of a contractor’s needs when measuring rebar for on-site concrete inspection, from rebar location to comprehensive site surveying. Available in three models, the Protovale 331 can be fitted with […]
One Vision, three new scanners
Three scanning tools from Zircon Corp. employ the company’s new CenterVision technology that pinpoints the center of a stud with just one pass. The new-generation TriScanner OneStep and MultiScanner OneStep take the guesswork out of finding embedded studs, rebar and other materials. They can scan through up to 3 inches […]
Fresh offerings from Marshalltown
Marshalltown Co. has added two new epoxy floats to its premier Marshalltown brand, both featuring the durable and ergonomic DuraSoft handle. The floats offer beveled edges and rounded front corners, as well as harder and stiffer pads for handling demanding applications. The plastic backing plate is recessed to prevent scraping. […]
New diamond blades offer many improvements
Multiquip Inc. has improved two series of diamond blades — the HSC combination blades and Side Winder wafer-style tuck points — that work with a variety of concrete and masonry cutting applications. The upgraded HSC combination blades boast increased core thickness, additional cooling holes and a new gullet configuration. These […]
