Masonry Magazine October 1994 Page. 48
WRIST SUPPORT
CARPAL TUNNEL support can reduce symptoms of soreness, tingling, and numbness to the hand and wrist area. Neoprene and elastic construction on the thumb and first finger area attaches to the back of the hand and provides flexible stretch while a plastic insert helps keep the wrist in a neutral position. Available in sizes XS-XL. OK-1 Manufacturing, Box 736, Altus, OK 73522.
LASER LEVEL
LEVEL OPERATES with three AA batteries for a continuous operating power of 26 hours. Its attachable split beam prism allows the immediate 90 degree angle to check plumb lines, and vertical and horizontal elevations. It is ten inches long by three inches high by one and a half inches wide with a weight of 20 ounces. Pergo, 11216 Tamiani Trail N., Suite 233, Naples, FL 33963.
MASONRY SEALER
MADE FROM powdered mixtures of waterproofing cements and fine sand, this masonry coating is suitable for indoor or outdoor, above or below grade use. It will withstand heat, moisture and cold and needs no primer over porous. Quikrete, 1790 Century Circle, Atlanta, GA 30345.
REBAR COATING
SINGLE COMPONENT, water based coating inhibits corrosion of rebars. Brush or spray application cures in 30 minutes with no mixing. Conproco, Box 16477, Hooksett, NH 03106.
BRICK COLOR
NON-TEXTURED BRICK is now available in pink salmon. For use in both commercial and residential applications it provides an alternative to traditional red brick. Redland Brick, 375 Rich Hill Road, RD 3, Cheswick, PA 15024.
CONCRETE ADMIXTURES
PLASTICIZING ADMIXTURES improves the properties of both fresh and hardened no-slump concrete while reducing curing time. Formulated for use with concrete block, concrete brick, landscaping units, paving stones and dry cast pipe. Master Builders, 23700 Chagrin Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44122.
FLUID GROUT
CEMENT BASED nonmetallic, nonshrink grout maintains a fluid consistency and workability for an extended period of time. It has a high early compressive strength and a 95% minimum effective bearing area. Five Star Products, 425 Stillson Road, Fairfield, CT 06430.
PLATFORM HOIST
HOIST IS IDEAL for lifting on job sites where space limitations prohibit materials handling by fork lift. Can lift up to 400 pounds to heights of 44 feet at a rate of 120 feet per minute. Comes with a three or four horsepower gas engine or electric motor. RGC Construction Equipment, Box 681, Buffalo, NY 14240.
STONE FINISH
EXTERIOR STONE finish, based on a 100% acrylic polymer captures the look of stone. It is resistant to ultraviolet degradation and is suitable for use in most climates and environments. It dries in 30 minutes and is available in a variety of colors. United States Gypsum, Box 806278, Chicago, IL 60680.
WATER REPELLENT
CLEAR, BREATHABLE, odorless water repellent can be applied in temperatures as low as 20 degrees and will also act as an anti-graffiti coating. It will not cause a sheen or gloss when dry and remains intact through thermal movement of the masonry. Diedrich Technologies, 7373 South 6th Street, Oak Creek, WI 53154.
MARBLE TILE
PATTERNED CAST marble floor tiles are available in eighteen colors, four sizes and either polished, honed or textured finishes. Tiles meet or exceed current requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act for slip resistance. PermaGrain Products, 13 W. Third Street, Media, PA 19063.
SAW HORSE
SPRING LOADED collapsible saw horse allows for quick set up and take down. Weighing only 21 pounds a pair can be carried in one hand and stored hung up on a wall. A pair can support one ton in weight load. Stow Manufacturing, Box 490, Binghamton, NY 13902.
Donna L. Dobberfuhl, NSS
Donna holds her MFA degree from the New York Academy of Art. Her sculpted brick commissions have included historical murals, sports arenas, theatre lobbies, memorials, schools and corporate settings for both interior and exterior sites. She pays close attention to her clients' needs to strengthen her own design ideas.
Portfolio available:
Sculptural Designs
202 Fir Dale, Suite 104
Converse, Texas 78109-1340
(800) 397-1452