Atlas Copco’s three new walk-behind power trowels — the BG 245, BG 375 and BG 475 — include upgraded features that enhance versatility and safety on a variety of applications, from fine edge to rough surface concrete finishing.

A Dust Collection Cart that can be used with handheld drills was recently released by E-Z Drill Inc. Using the same technology as E-Z Drill’s concrete dowel drill Dust Collection System, it meets all engineering and control methods outlined in the OSHA Table 1 requirements for crystalline silica exposure, giving contractors peace of mind on any size project.

Custom Building Products recently strengthened its line of award-winning Aqua Mix tile and stone care products with a focus on grout haze prevention and removal.

The Bosch GBH2-28L rotary hammer merits its place in the long line of legendary Bosch Bulldogs. It weighs only 6.9 pounds, yet delivers impact energy of 5,100 no-load bpm (blasts per minute) and 0-1,300 no-load rpm for drilling and chipping in masonry and concrete.

Brokk, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of remote-controlled demolition machines, recently acquired Aquajet Systems AB, a world- leading manufacturer of hydro-demolition robots.

Hitachi Power Tools unveiled a new line of ultra-efficient AC brushless impact wrenches featuring an aluminum housing body construction that delivers impressive internal and external durability.

Wagman Metal Products’ new propane-powered ride- on polishing machine, the GHP LP230, is a highly maneuverable, versatile, compact polishing machine which can decrease production time with its ease of use.

Canadian Greenfield Technologies Corp. has released NForce-Pro, a high- performance, sustainable- fiber with a low carbon dioxide footprint developed specifically for decorative concrete applications.

The new CM 3 Compact Modular Vacuum Lifting System from Vacuworx is changing the game for contractors who run compact equipment such as skid steers, track loaders, articulating wheel loaders and mini- excavators on the job every day — now allowing them to handle materials such as concrete slabs, steel plates and pipe up to 6,600 pounds with ease.

The American Concrete Pumping Association and the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association will hold the 2017 ACPA Building the Momentum Education Conference and NRMCA ConcreteWorks conference Oct. 2-3 at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Grapevine.