New Masonry Products for February 2011

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The Dominator CS midsize truck from Iowa Mold Tooling Co.

Sustainable Samples ‘Tile’ Kit

Crossville
Crossville, Tenn.

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Crossville’s Sustainable Samples kit contains realistic “tile” samples made of recycled and recyclable card-stock. An advanced, high-resolution imaging technology captures a near-exact visual of each tile. The chip kit contains every tile in a compact, lightweight kit that is about 10 X 10 X 4 inches. It can help architects and designers make preliminary color and product selections. The back of the tile has a QR code that specifiers can scan with any smart phone to retrieve more information about the product.

www.crossvilleinc.com



Liquid-Applied Flashing Membrane

PROSOCO
Lawrence, Kan.

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PROSOCO R-GUARD FastFlash liquid-applied flashing membrane is a “gun-grade” adhesive and detailing compound for waterproofing rough openings in structural walls. Suitable for all climates, FastFlash bonds directly to damp or dry building materials, and cures under a variety of weather conditions. The product has an ability to withstand severe weather, including high-intensity coastal, Mid-Western and mountain storms as a selection factor. It can be exposed to weather for up to six months, in case of construction delays.

www.prosoco.com



Dominator CS Midsize Truck

Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
Garner, Iowa

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Iowa Mold Tooling Co. Inc.’s (IMT) Dominator CS is a lighter, midsize addition to the Dominator family of mechanics trucks. The Dominator CS offers the strength and durability of the legendary IMT Dominator mechanics truck in a non-crane mechanics body. The truck has an 11-foot, non-crane body, and is available with standard 52-inch right- and left-hand side packs or an optional 60-inch right front raised side pack. The unit features a combined right front side pack compartment that provides greater flexibility to store oxy acetylene tanks and divider shelves or configure lube system reels.

www.imt.com



Massage Therapy for Bulk Bags

Spiroflow Systems, Inc.
Charlotte, N.C.

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Massage Therapy for Bulk Bags from Spiroflow Systems Inc. helps discharge compacted or otherwise difficult materials at less cost. The system can massage and move 95 percent of compacted materials. Three types of pneumatic powered massagers are available: Side, Base, and Corner massagers. The massagers work by “earth-quaking” compacted or cohesive materials, or by pushing material from the extremities of the bag. Spiroflow’s patented spring support arms stretch the bag vertically to ensure no product is left behind.

www.spiroflowsystems.com



Swivel Vacuum Attachment for Grinders

Metabo Corp.
West Chester, Pa.

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Metabo’s “Dust Director” tuckpointing guard for dust-free tuck pointing with diamond blades is an all-new vacuum attachment ideal for meeting local regulations for dustless tuck pointing work and for creating a healthier work environment. It attaches to a heavy-duty vacuum cleaner as well as to most Metabo small angle grinders. Once attached, the Dust Director swivels as it approaches an inside corner to maintain and continue cutting depth, allowing for hassle-free dust collection and continued normal grinder operation.

www.metabousa.com
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