Masonry Magazine January 1979 Page.37
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This column is published solely as a news service on innovative products and systems for the Masonry Industry. No fee is charged to the firms represented. However, items published do not imply recommendation or endorsement of MASONRY magazine or its publisher, the Mason Contractors Association of America.
On-Site Field Offices
A new brochure explaining how to fill on-site field office requirements is available from Modulaire Leasing Co., 369 Pine St., San Francisco, CA 94104. Featuring mobile 8 ft.-wide, multi-purpose field units, the full-color brochure describes how to fill requirements for on-site change rooms, storage trailers, inspector's offices, and a variety of other purposes. The literature also demonstrates how to arrange field office financing.
Decorative Block
A patented process developed over the past 10 years allows architect and builder to specify the layout of a block wall in any combination of color and design. Once the structure goes up, the mural is there. Called TCM (transfer coating method), it is an automated, high-speed plantside operation whereby a composite carrying the design and protected by a weather-resistant polymer is thermally fused to, and interlocked with, the surface of the building unit. Next to a face-lift, TCM is claimed to impart to the block "much improved" structural strength and complete weather resistance. For more information, contact: Surtech, Inc., 2301 S. Oneida, Green Bay, WI 54304.
Shoring Joists
In a new 4-page brochure from Patent Scaffolding Co., 2125 Center Ave., Fort Lee, NJ 07024, aluminum shoring joists are described as a "cost-saving, labor-reducing alternative to spiralling lumber prices." Substantial cost savings are detailed, and data is given regarding safety, strength, standard dimensions, and advantages over similar non-lumber systems. Ask for free Bulletin ASJ-1.
Masonry Nails
As a result of its new heat treating and tempering system, Dickson Weatherproof Nail Co., P.O. Box 590, Evanston, IL 60204, announced it has introduced an extra-strong, shatter resistant nail for driving into concrete and masonry. These specialty nails are said to be ideal for attaching furring strips, partition walls, corner beads, pipe conduit and the like. The nails are available in 9 and 11 gauge fluted and smooth shanks in up to 14 different lengths.
Lettering Machines
Kroy Industries, Inc., Graphic Systems Division, 1728 Gervais Ave., St. Paul, MN 55109, has announced a new method of producing type for lettering drawings, client presentations, and documents of all types. Called KroyType, the system utilizes a compact machine that produces 18 typestyles in sizes from 8 to 36 point. The firm claims the Kroy Type concept is faster than both press-on letters and mechanical lettering, saving time and money while improving the professional quality demanded by the architect.
Waterproofing Booklet
Mason contractors faced with correcting wet basement walls can look for some of the problem-solving answers in a booklet called "How to Waterproof Masonry Walls published by United Gilsonite Laboratories, Dept. 1096, Box 70, Scranton, PA 18501. The 16-page, fully illustrated guide explains the common causes of water seepage and suggests techniques and products for turning wet basements dry. UGL is a leading manufacturer of masonry products, including Drylok Ready Mixed Sealer, a waterproofing paint for interior and exterior walls which penetrates masonry and acts as a barrier to water flow.
Clark Lift Trucks
The Clark Equipment Co., Industrial Truck Division, 525 N. 24th St., Battle Creek, MI 49016, has added 3 new high-capacity, pneumatic-tire lift trucks to its C500 line of internal combustion machines. The new models are designated the C500Y 110, 135 and 155 (D). They have a rated maximum load capacity of 11,000, 13.500 and 15.500 lbs., respectively, at 24 load center. All three models are available in gas, LP gas and diesel power.
New Asphalt Blade
Edmar Abrasive Co., P.O. Box 217, Broomall, PA 19008, has introduced a new abrasive blade specification especially for cutting asphalt with small concrete cutting saws of 10 hp or less. The new specification is designed for long life and is reinforced with two layers of tough fiberglass discs for increased safety. The blades are available in 12"xhe" and 14" xs sizes and can be used wet or dry.
Avert-A-Hurt Barricade Safety Material
Anywhere construction or maintenance is being performed, there is a need to temporarily close off the area to outsiders. Methods might include ropes, makeshift wooden barricades or signs. Now comes Avert-A-Hurt barricade material to help solve temporary barricading problems. Packaged in convenient rolls that can easily be carried in tool boxes or pockets, Avert-A-Hurt is a tough, ribbon-like material that is striped in various safety colors-red with white stripe, yellow with black stripe, and yellow with a magenta stripe. Available in x 100 and 2x 200 rolls, the " has a tensile (breaking) strength of 200 lbs., and the 2" a tensile strength of 500 lbs. Avert-A-Hurt is a product of Banner Guard, a division of Reef Industries, Inc., P.O. Box 33248, Houston, TX 77033, which will provide free samples and information on request.