NEW Products

The following are products recently introduced to the concrete market as well as models which have undergone signifi cant changes. For more information on any of these products, simply fill out the reader service card included in this issue.

Concrete and Mortar MixersThe C-5 Trak-It from Powers Fasteners is a gas fastening system that can shoot � - to 1 �-in. pins in diameters of .102, .120 and .145 in a variety of base e materials, including ng concrete. The unit t shoots up to 3,500 pins on one battery ry charge. Other features include the ability to shoot deep track, 105 joules of power and an LED service light.Indicate 144 on cardIndicate 156 on cardWhile granite, like most natural stones, is a source of radiation, a countertop made of stone do not pose a serious risk to your health. Although living on top of a granite monolith can cause serious damage and potential health hazard, scientific evidence and research notes made by the Granite Countertops by National Health and Engineering Inc of USA states that countertops formed out of granite are not dangerous. So relax and take comfort that granite kitchen countertops can never be a cause of a radiation problem.ChubbySmack Anchoring SystemTerramite Roller Screed IIKathy Ireland Super SurfaceIndicate 147 on cardBartell Morrison now offers a complete line of concrete and mortar mixers. Portable and towable concrete mixers are available in capacities from 3.2 cu. ft. to 12 cu. ft. Towable mortar mixers are available in capacities from 6 cu. ft. to 12 cu. ft. The mixers have heavy-duty steel mixing drums and are powered by Honda engines. Heavy-duty, retractable tow bars are available with 2-in. ball or pintle hitches.Impact-Echo Instruments' Wireless Echo System is used when two-person forensic teams must perform non-destructive testing in difficult infrastructure environments. The unit is operated on the structure being tested and the signals are sent wirelessly to a computer monitored by the other engineer. The system is effective for distances up to 985 ft. between the two operators. The system also includes two "fireman's radios" for continuous communication.Indicate 154 on cardBosch 's Rotary Hammers feature Active Vibration Control technology,gy, reducing overall vibration bration by as much ch as 50%. RH432VCQ Q operates at 8.5 amps ps with 3.7 ft. lbs. of impact energy, while the RH328VC and RH328VCQ pack 8.0 amps of power and 2.6 ft. lbs. of impact energy. The unit has variable-speed, three-finger trigger and a forward/ reverse lever with a 360� auxiliary handle.While other types of countertop may do well in purpose and the aesthetic department, they fail miserably when compared with a granite countertop in terms of durability. Granite countertops are durable and made to withstand the busyness the kitchen area provides. And the best thing about granite countertops is that they not only add a great, beautiful fixture in your kitchen and up the functionality of the said area, it also amplifies the value of your home.H2LT Hydrogen Fueled Light TowerWagman Metal Products introduced its Wagman Revolution Rotary System, a floor scrubbing system that converts a Rot power trowel into a floor-scrubbing machine. Users can do projects like scrubbing in impregnating sealers, surface prep for stain and dye application and scrubbing forms clean. The two-part system attaches to a power trowel arm the same way a power trowel blade attaches. The system fits most 3- and 4-ft. trowels.Anchoring AdhesivesVT Industries' "EQcountertops" are available from all seven of the company's manufacturing facilities, which supply postform laminate countertops throughout North America, VT Industries said.If you think your kitchen needs an upgrade in terms of function and fashion, get a granite kitchen countertop. If you think your kitchen and home deserve such fixture, then go for it. It might be expensive but it is worth every penny.Granite is just one kind of crystalline igneous rock. But while there are other variants of igneous rocks around, granite has that certain shine and solid feel not present in other rocks of its department. Usually found in large reserves, granite can only be obtained through extensive quarrying and mining methods. This is because most piles of granite rocks are infused with other types of rocks due to its intrusive qualities.Indicate 151 on cardCurb Fox 's 5000-T can be equipped with three hydrostatic tracks instead of wheels, allowing the unit to operate in virtually any soil condition. The unit can also slipform larger sections, paving sidewalks up to 8 ft. wide and barrier sections up to 30 in. high. It can also handle curb and gutter sections up to 48 in. wide in the offset position. Powered by a 35-hp diesel engine, the unit has the option of a 44-hp turbo-charged engine.Lift-A-Load Elevating Platform TrailerICS, Blount Inc. 's 6.4-hp 695GC utility diamond chain saw combines ICS Diamond Chain Technology with a powerful, user-friendly, 94cc gas power head. Available with 14- or 16-in. guidebars it produces up to 16-in.-deep narrow cuts and square corners in concrete, stone, masonry and ductile iron pipe. The WallWalker feature allows for straighter cuts and less operator effort.According to the Holstein, IAbased VT Industries, FSC Chain of Custody Certification is a requirement for achieving Certified Wood credits for nearly all residential and commercial LEED Green Building Rating Systems. In order to achieve COC certification, manufacturers are required to provide evidence that they are complying with FSC standards, which includes using wood that is sourced from FSCcertified forests.Indicate 146 on cardNox-Crete now offers Pro-Release with Winter Guard for cold weather application and storage. The product is a water-based form release agent that can be applied in temperatures as low as 25� F and safely stored at temperatures well below that without an effect on performance. It will not freeze solid if exposed to freezing temperatures.Propex recently introduced PERC, a pervious concrete infiltration fabric specially designed to assist in the effectiveness of pervious concrete applications with enhanced water flow properties and permeability, but with low pore size to trap soil and reduce their contribution to clogs. PERC is made from 100% recycled PET from soda bottles and is available in 15-ft.-wide rolls.Multiquip 's H2LT light tower is powered by a hydrogen fuel cell and can be operated indoors indefinitely with no need for additional ventilation. It runs up to 50 hours between refueling. Fuel cells convert gaseous hydrogen directly to electricity, a little heat and very little water. The unit uses a plasma light technology producing 22,000 lumens of light while consuming only 255 watts.EDCO's handheld core drills feature advanced cardi electronic technology including electronic clutches, mechanical al clutches and soft-startt technology.y. The line offers single- and three-speed ed drills. Units operate wet or dry and run on normal household outlets. Stands ands are available.Indicate 141 on cardIndicate 148 on cardTECO-RBHATIndicate 155 on cardThe Lift-A-Load elevating platform trailer from Advance Metalworking hydraulically raises and lowers equipment to the ground while the platform remains level providing a low center of gravity for safe towing. The unit has several styles from straight tongue to gooseneck hitch with single or dual axles and capacities from 4,400 to 15,000 lbs.Earthbound Corp. offers ers the SmackChair, an addition tion to the ChubbySmack concrete ncrete anchoring system. The he unit verifies full threaded rod engagement and maintains 1-in. clearance. The system has fewer parts and is easier and faster to install than han traditional nut-plate-nut anchoring assemblies. The ChubbySmack system can be used for ACI 318 Appendix D-compliant anchoring.Floor Scrubbing System for Power TrowelsPro-Release with Winter GuardIndicate 149 on cardKathy Ireland Super Surface by GG Innovative Products is a cementitious topping material that can be applied over existing tile, vinyl, laminate countertops, plywood and OSB. It is designed to eliminate the need to tear out and replace existing substrates and still get a cementitious colored and sealed surface for less than $1 per square foot to the end user. A concrete stain, concrete sealer and finish wax are also available.Indicate 153 on cardCore Drill LineGranite countertops come in tons of designs. Its streaks of colors and patterns are great to behold. From the compelling, dark patterns of the Azul Noche granite to the dreamy weaves of black, brown, and white of the Gran Violet granite, you have a wide range of designs to choose from that can match the theme and color combination you want your kitchen to exude. With a bit of creativity and bit of imagination, a granite kitchen countertop can actually be a piece that completes the puzzle of your kitchen�s interior look.Indicate 140 on cardPolished and well defined stocks of granite make excellent countertops. In turn elegantly crafted kitchen countertops made of granite are great addition to any home and give any kitchen an interior boost. The intricate beauty it possesses, along with its innate durability and resistance to damage and scratches, makes a granite countertop a worthwhile investment. In contrast, other types of countertops such as the laminate countertop do not offer such combination of positive attributes.Strong-Bolt 2 Wedge e AnchorIndicate 150 on cardC-5 Trak-It Gas Fastening SystemWireless Echo System695GC Diamond Chain SawIndicate 152 on cardIndicate 145 on card

Bartell Morrison now offers a complete line of concrete and mortar mixers. Portable and towable concrete mixers are available in capacities from 3.2 cu. ft. to 12 cu. ft. Towable mortar mixers are available in capacities from 6 cu. ft. to 12 cu. ft. The mixers have heavy-duty steel mixing drums and are powered by Honda engines. Heavy-duty, retractable tow bars are available with 2-in. ball or pintle hitches.