New Masonry Products for April 2011

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New masonry products for April 2011.

Corded Oscillating Multi-Tool

Bosch
Troy, Mich.

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Bosch Power Tools and Accessories’ MX25E Oscillating Multi-Tool is designed to ease flush-cutting, plunge cutting, sanding, grinding, grout removal, scraping and other time-consuming and tiring applications. Its compact size makes it small enough for working in corners and other tight spaces. The MX25E is rated at 2.5 amps and provides ample power for heavy-duty uses and working with tough materials. A variable-speed dial allows the speed to be matched to the application and material. A ball-joint cord swivel helps better position the tool and provides extra protection to the cord for increased durability over the life of the product.

www.boschusa.com



Professional Paver Sealer and Enhancer

DuPont
Wilmington, Del.

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DuPont’s StoneTech Professional Paver Sealer and Enhancer showcases the beauty of concrete pavers and masonry, while helping to protect the substantial investment homeowners have made in natural stone. Professional Paver Sealer and Enhancer is a highly effective, water-based sealer that works on a variety of masonry surfaces, including concrete pavers. The water-based, low-VOC and low-odor formula provides superior protection against water-based stains, keeping masonry surfaces looking as pristine and brilliant as the day they were installed.

www.dupont.com



Diamond Blades for Mortar Repair

MK Diamond Products, Inc.
Torrance, Calif.

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MK Diamond offers a full range of diamond blades in an array of sizes, widths and specifications for most masonry pointing applications Repointing deteriorated mortar joints is one of the most effective and permanent ways of decreasing water entry into brickwork. The MK-299DT Standard Grade blades have narrow slots for fast, effective removal of old mortar. They are available in sizes from four to seven inches, with a 7/8- to 5/8-inch arbor. The blades are laser welded with longer slots and a higher diamond content, providing both a faster speed of cut and longer blade life.

www.mkdiamond.com



55-Ton Roller Paver Trailer

Talbert Manufacturing
Rensselaer, Ind.

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Talbert Manufacturing’s 55-Ton Roller Paver Trailer features an adjustable, self-contained gooseneck utilizing a “ratchet-style” design to provide additional ride-height settings. This feature allows the operator to make adjustments to the gooseneck ride-height by using a lever located on the driver’s side of the trailer. Additionally, the unit is engineered with a lighter weight, tapered-deck design for ease of loading and unloading.

www.talbertmfg.com



Boa Closure System for Red Wing Boots

Red Wing Shoe Company
Red Wing, Minn.

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The Boa Closure System is engineered to withstand the most demanding conditions and weather, and is designed to provide all-day comfort, speed, security and reliability. Red Wing will incorporate the Boa Closure System in its line of work books. The system allows the boot’s lace to equalize pressure around the foot, creating a customized, glove-like-fit that never comes untied. With one quick turn of the Boa reel, the shoe or boot is tightened and firmly locked in place where it will stay.

www.boatechnology.com
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