Surface Prep

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The First Step in Choosing the Right Abrasive
In surface preparation, there are a number of things to consider when selecting a metal-bond diamond abrasive. Start at the concrete floor and figure out what you’re working on.
February 24, 2021
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16 Grinders for Your Large & Small Projects
January 27, 2021
Floor Grinders
Husqvarna Consolidates Surface Preparation Brand Portfolio
January 4, 2021
Polished concrete slabs are popular in offices, residential, retail and big box stores, such as this Floor and Décor. The new ACI 310.1 specification available provides a guideline for normal industry practice.
Bringing Polished Concrete up to Spec
December 22, 2020
The Aquajet Extension Kit brings additional versatility to hydrodemolition.
Aquajet Extension Kit - Helping You Work Those Hard to Reach Areas
December 22, 2020
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The SDG-11 Single Disc Grinder
December 15, 2020
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Here's Why Cutting Construction Carbon is an Opportunity Few Contractors Can Afford to Deny
Building construction and operation creates 38% of global carbon emissions, and as investment in green building accelerates post-pandemic, change in materials and methods are on a path to become common in less than 10 years
March 2, 2021
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Six Factors to Consider When Adding Drones to Your Construction Business
Tech experts hash out the top considerations for construction companies wanting to add unmanned aerial vehicles to their business plan.
February 24, 2021
5 Tips to Optimize Concrete Forming Panel Performance
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5 Tips to Optimize Concrete Forming Panel Performance
APA-trademarked panels can be used repeatedly with proper care. Maximize concrete form lifetime—and your budget—with these five tips.
March 2, 2021
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The SG12EM grinder is part of the M-Series line from General Equipment Company.
The SG12EM Surface Grinder
December 9, 2020
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MCI-2062 Biological-Based Surface Cleaner
December 7, 2020
The Colossus Xtx Floor Grinder
The Colossus XTX 10-Head, 28" Wide Floor Grinder
December 6, 2020
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The Lavina 30GE Grinder
December 3, 2020
The SG24EM grinder is part of the M-Series line from General Equipment Company.
The M-Series Electric Surface Grinder Line
December 2, 2020
Husqvarna Construction to acquire Blastrac, a leading provider of surface preparation technologies and equipment for the global construction and remediation industry
Husqvarna Group Agrees to Acquire Blastrac & Expand Surface Prep Offerings
Husqvarna Group’s Construction Division signed an agreement to acquire Blastrac, one of the leading providers of surface preparation technologies for the global construction and remediation industry.
December 1, 2020
5 Tips to Optimize Concrete Forming Panel Performance
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5 Tips to Optimize Concrete Forming Panel Performance
APA-trademarked panels can be used repeatedly with proper care. Maximize concrete form lifetime—and your budget—with these five tips.
March 2, 2021
Husqvarna Acquires Blastrac to Expand Surface Prep Offering
Husqvarna Group’s Construction Division has signed an agreement to acquire surface preparation technology provider Blastrac.
November 30, 2020
The Superabrasive Lavina 32 E Grinder L32 E
The Lavina 32E Grinder
November 22, 2020
Upgraded Throttle Calbe On Saw Vacuum Systems 2501312 C01 Render
Throttle Cable Upgrade for the Soff-Cutt V1000 Vacuums
November 18, 2020
With headquarters in Aurora, IL and a second location in Mooresville, NC (pictured), Factory Cleaning Equipment provides facilities managers, building owners, and janitorial professionals with high-quality American-made industrial floor scrubbers and sweepers, including its own private-branded product line, Bulldog.
Jon-Don Expands Offerings with Factory Cleaning Equipment Inc. Acquisition
Jon-Don, national supplier of commercial supplies, equipment, and chemicals, announces expanded offerings within the jan-san, restoration equipment, and concrete surface prep and polishing industries
November 12, 2020
The Edge Floor Grinder/Polisher
The Edge - A Compact and Transportable Floor Grinder / Polisher
November 8, 2020
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The Lavina 25GE Grinder
November 3, 2020
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The A 2000 Portable Air Cleaner
November 1, 2020
Ruwac’s WB307 is a 10 Hp Propane Vacuum system designed for outdoor applications where power is not present.
The Workhorse WB307 Propane-Powered Vacuum
October 30, 2020
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Honda Engines New GC Series Models for Pressure Washers
Honda Engines is launching two, all-new GC Series engines designed specifically to increase the performance of pressure washers, enhancing the user experience and making jobs easier.
October 27, 2020
The Titan Xt Propane Prep/Polish Floor Grinder
The Titan XT Propane-Powered Concrete Surface Prep/Polish Floor Grinder
October 5, 2020
The T 10000 Industrial Dust Extractor Hchdsm10 0103 Tif
The T 10000 Industrial Dust Extractor
October 1, 2020
5 Tips to Optimize Concrete Forming Panel Performance
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5 Tips to Optimize Concrete Forming Panel Performance
APA-trademarked panels can be used repeatedly with proper care. Maximize concrete form lifetime—and your budget—with these five tips.
March 2, 2021
Smith FS351 DCS Electric Self-Propelled Scarifier.
Smith FS351 DCS Electric Self-Propelled Scarifier
Smith's FS351 DCS series of heavy-duty, self-propelled drum scarifiers are designed to tackle the most demanding removal and surface preparation jobs.
September 22, 2020
Makinex Floor Stripper VS-125-US.
Makinex Floor Stripper VS-125-US
The Makinex Floor Stripper is a heavy-duty industrial floor stripper designed to remove materials such as vinyl and glued carpet.
September 3, 2020
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The Lavina 25E Grinder
September 3, 2020
Unless a contractor specializes in floor projects, it can be cost-prohibitive to own concrete grinders and scarifiers that are not used frequently.
How Renting Grinders and Scarifiers Can Save Money, Time
Unless a contractor specializes in floor projects, it can be cost-prohibitive to own concrete grinders and scarifiers that are not used frequently.
July 24, 2020
There are several methods to obtain the ideal CSP for your application, which can be grouped in two broad categories; mechanical and chemical.
Proper Preparation Essential to Successful Floor Renovation
Achieving the rich concrete surface profile is vital to ensure that a new floor covering will adhere correctly.
July 6, 2020
Specialized nozzles create a mist that’s propelled by a powerful industrial fan.
Strict Military Construction Dust Standards Met Using Atomized Mist
The DustBoss DB-30 helped Southwest Concrete Paving Company (SWCP) maintain the proper moisture levels needed for high-grade concrete production of an airfield tarmac.
April 27, 2020
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Lavina 38GRE Grinder from Superabrasive
Remote-controlled and propane-driven, this grinder is Superabrasive's largest Lavina Elite model.
January 2, 2020
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Lavina 14E Grinder from Superabrasive
The small single-head grinder was designed for grinding and polishing in tight spaces.
January 2, 2020
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Lavina 16E Compact Grinder from Superabrasive
The newest lightweight and compact grinder in the Lavina Elite Series by Superabrasive
January 2, 2020
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MCI-2020 Gel Offers Deep-Reaching Solution for Corroding Rebar
Cortec’s MCI-2020 Gel is designed to work when proper surface preparation cannot be achieved or is economically undesirable.
December 6, 2019
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Aquajet Aqua Centralizer for Tunnel and Pipe Applications
The Aqua Centralizer works in conjunction with Aquajet’s Aqua Cutter Hydrodemolition robots and high-pressure Aqua Power Packs to provide strategic concrete removal in roadbuilding, wastewater and industrial plant applications
October 15, 2019