Multiquip’s new “Mason Pro” Masonry Saws provide highquality professional cutting performance for a wide variety of materials — stone, ceramics, pavers, brick, block and other masonry products. The MP1 Series is designed for vigorous masonry cutting applications and combines high performance and portability in one compact package. The saws are […]
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Two new trowels from Multiquip
Multiquip has introduced two new trowels, including the first diesel-powered HHN Series mechanical trowel, a 34-hp workhorse with a variable-speed clutch and innovative gearbox design. The turbocharged, liquid-cooled trowel utilizes two helical gearboxes that operate at 98 percent efficiency and virtually eliminate gearbox overheating. The trowel features five blades, finishes […]
Stone-Weld creates strong bond
VIC International Corp. has introduced into the stone fabrication market a line of unique, water-clear epoxy adhesives under the name Stone-Weld. The penetrating product is unique in that due to its water-thin consistency, it will flow into tiny fissures in the stone, creating a strong bond to help prevent breakage […]
Flashlight has beauty and brains
A new series of LED flashlights from Lightwave — the Tec Series — provides 700 hours of light from a fresh set of batteries, as compared to an average of 10 hours for a conventional flashlight. The Tec3000 uses seven superbright light emitting diodes (LEDs), and the Tec2000 uses four. […]
New hires at VIC International
Christine Ladd has joined Vic International Corp. as director of purchasing. Her background includes 15 years experience in both purchasing and distribution of aftermarket parts for heavy equipment machinery. She has worked with both domestic and international vendors, routing freight and implementing exclusive relationships with vendors. Dan Fowler has joined […]
Ardex celebrates 25th anniversary
Ardex Engineered Cements is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the release of a special commemorative black mixing barrel, available only until Dec. 31. While the color has changed from red to black, the ease of use, capacity and tool kit inside are unchanged. The tool kit is comprised of five […]
New Web site for Metal Forms Corp.
Metal Forms Corp. has launched a new Web site, www.metalforms.com. The upgraded site allows visitors to find and access product information more quickly and easily. The company, established in 1909, manufactures Meta Forms (steel forming systems for curb and gutter, paving, barrier and flatwork); Poly Meta Forms (plastic forming system […]
New catalog from Diamond Blades
Diamond Blades has introduced its new Core Cut blade catalog, a fullyillustrated 32-page brochure that contains detailed information about the company’s line of wet and dry diamond blades, cup grinders, grinding heads, grinding blocks and diamond wire. Many new items are featured in the catalog, which can be obtained by […]
Memories of Bob Harris II
Bob Harris II, our featured contractor in the Feb/March 2002 issue of Concrete Decor, died of a stroke on May 24th at the age of 67. Harris was a lifetime devotee of concrete construction who owned his own company in California for many years. He passed on his enthusiasm to […]
Seal handles tough jobs
Sika Corp. has introduced SikaProof Seal, a cement-based coating designed for waterproofing concrete and masonry. When mixed with SikaLatex acrylic fortifier, this twocomponent kit is specifically formulated to bond to concrete and masonry by filling small pores and imperfections and creating a watertight seal. It is available in two colors, […]