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“During the late 1970’s and early 1980’s, the Tapcon masonry screw was initially introduced to tap threads into concrete,” stated Bob Carlisle, President and founder of Concrete Fastening Systems, Incorporated. “The combination of the screw’s capacity to have threads hard enough to cut into concrete and to also remove the dust created during the application created an innovative design that revolutionized the concrete fastening business.”
The International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI), the only association in the concrete industry devoted solely to repair and restoration, recently announced the winners of its first 40 Under 40 Award. Western Specialty Contractors is proud to announce that Minneapolis Assistant Branch Manager David Grandbois, 31, was among the announced winners.
As the demand for fuel-efficient, low-emission engines continues to grow, Kohler recently announced the launch of the Command PRO EFI propane engine (Model PCV680LE). An addition to the company’s strong EFI lineup, the PCV680LE twin-cylinder, vertical-shaft engine significantly lowers exhaust emissions due to an integrated catalyst and optimized fueling. “Low-emission […]
KOHLER announces the launch of the Command PRO® dual-fuel CH440DF engine, an addition to the popular Command PRO lineup that construction professionals have come to rely on to power a wide variety of equipment. The CH440DF carbureted engine is designed to operate on gasoline or propane, offering users the ultimate in flexibility. Simply move a lever left or right to switch between fuels based on fuel levels, preference or task.
The Omni Cubed Pro-Cart AT2 provides a solution to the challenges associated with large and cumbersome countertop installation carts. Pneumatic casters dampen vibrations and enable travel across rough terrain, and the cart’s high ground clearance allows easy maneuvering over curbs. The cart features collapsible clamp uprights for easy countertop removal […]
Ardex Americas has introduced the Ardiflo System, which proactively addresses concrete construction issues through a specified finishing method for new concrete — including an integrated system of moisture control and self-leveling underlayment products. In new construction applications, the Ardiflo System saves time and labor costs by eliminating the traditional steel-trowel […]
Dirk Bremm, senior vice president of Construction Chemicals Americas division, BASF Craig Caliva, territory manager for Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi, Husqvarna Construction Products Carlos Gomez, district manager for northwest Mexico, Husqvarna Construction Products Héctor Melo Goytortúa, Mexico sales and technical support representative, Dur-A-Flex Inc. Tricia Ladely, director, ACI Foundation Gary […]
United Gilsonite Laboratories added a new product to its Drylock line of masonry waterproofers. Designer Drylock is formulated with an advanced color system that imparts a granitelike filler product with multicolored specks, an economical alternative to solid-surface color. The latex coating can be brushed, rolled or sprayed on interior and […]
The new Curbie Curb Cutting Saw, developed and marketed through a joint venture between Phoenix Curb Machines and Stone Construction Machinery, is designed to slice concrete at nearly every angle. The compact machine incorporates the MFASH, a multifunctional articulating saw head that cuts horizontally at pavement level for curbs, slices […]
CS Unitec’s new triple-head concrete scabblers efficiently remove laitance and expose aggregate for the application of sealants and coatings. Three tungsten carbide- tipped pistons produce 7,200 blows per minute to reduce, roughen and texture concrete. Models 153.5200 and 153.5250 consume only 15.9 cubic feet per minute and have a vibration […]
