Portland Cement Association wraps up centennial anniversary observances this month. One of the final projects in the year-long celebration is the release of “History of the Cement and Concrete Campus,” profiling the evolution of the Skokie, Ill., campus housing association headquarters and CTLGroup facilities.
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Epoxy primer inhibits moisture vapor emissions
Series 208 Epoxoprime MVT is a two-component, clear agent with low viscosity to penetrate and adhere to new and existing concrete slabs. Series 208 is specially formulated to resist high pH and help protect the bond line between the floor topping system and concrete surface.
Read MoreAcrylic concrete, block wall coatings
Elastocolor is company’s latest Concrete Restoration Systems category extension, encompassing professional, ready-to-use, water-based, 100-percent acrylic formulations for above-grade exterior/interior concrete, masonry, and exterior insulation and finish systems.
Read MoreHigh-frequency vibrator
The AHFV22 equips concrete professionals with what product engineers note is a powerful, compact and efficient solution for better mix consolidation in most applications. Its Intelli-Vibe feature utilizes internal sensors to control vibration in response to concrete slump variations and rebar blockage. This ensures consistent high centrifugal force, stable speed and high amplitude for professionally finished concrete. A built-in frequency converter enables users to turn to a regular wall socket versus a generator or invertor. — Allen Engineering Corp., Paragould, Ark., 870/236-7751; www.alleneng.com
Read MoreRetractable heavy-tool tether
The low profile of the new Gear Keeper RT3-5605 keeps stored tools close to the body and allows full accessibility when in use. Its retractor employs a low, 7-ounce force to avoid arm strain when extended, but strong enough to keep the line taught to avoid snagging or interference with work being performed. When the tool is retracted, lanyard exposure is minimized to avoid snagging.
Read MoreHard hat cradle design, adjustment mechanisms impart custom comfort
The North Zone features patented suspension, multiple adjustment points and a rear cradle geared to fit everyone’s comfort zone. Its ability to fit the vast majority of head sizes directly supports worker safety, product developers contend, as a comfortable hard hat will remain where it belongs.
Read MoreMoisture barrier
Air-Shield is a single-component, liquid-applied, water-based, polymer-modified air/vapor and liquid moisture barrier, formulated to prevent the transmission of air and inhibit vapor and moisture from passing through porous building materials. Its liquid-applied characteristic makes for simple application through conventional tool or spray methods. — W.R. Meadows Inc., 847/214-2100; www.wrmeadows.com
Read MoreLED case light
The Paladin CLU10K has a new body and light head, built with aircraft aluminum, glass-reinforced nylon, and heavy-duty rubber; they combine to make the fixture equal to harsh weather and site conditions, along with routine impacts. The CLU10K offers up to 10,000 lumens of LED light for four hours on battery power and—weighing 17.5 lbs. with no need for a cord—can be staged in less than a minute on a construction or building site. Output can be set to 10,000 or 5,000 lumens, giving off the target amount of light for any situation or location. Traffic and strobe settings on the CLU10K can keep a crew safe when working roadside or in high-traffic areas.
Read MoreFooted load cells
Equipped with adjustable rubber feet, company’s footed load cells are used for platform scales, tank weighing, hoppers, and conveyor systems. Captive load pin designs provide a high degree of structural integrity, engineers note, and make the devices flexible for a wide variety of installations.
Read MorePetro-Canada brands diesel engine lubricant series for new API specs
Petro-Canada Lubricants’ Duron next generation oils are formulated to meet American Petroleum Institute CK-4 and FA-4 specifications, officially launching December 2016. The company calls Duron its most durable, high performance heavy-duty diesel engine oils, and will offer the line in four performance tiers: HP (High Performance), SHP (Super High Performance), UHP (Ultra High Performance) and Advanced. The former three will meet API CK-4, the successor to CJ-4 oils and suiting most on- and off-road engines, while Duron Advanced stands as Petro-Canada’s fully API FA-4 product, formulated to maximize fuel economy in primarily long haul trucking.
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