Masonry Magazine December 1995 Page. 35
PRODUCT UPDATE
Slope Laser
INFRARED construction laser designed for a variety of jobs, including grading and concrete work, will shoot level and slope when mounted on a tripod. Laser will also work in a vertical mode for control of line and plumb. The laser provides a 600 working radius with a 360 degree circle of coverage. Optics are protected by a glass lighthouse. Unit operates for about sixty hours on four C cell alkaline batteries. Laser Reference, 450 Salmar Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008.
Stucco Cladding
STUCCO cladding for virtually any type of commercial, residential or industrial building, applicable in a wide range of textures provides improved workability, color consistency and increased water resistance. Imasco Minerals, 19287-98A Avenue, Surrey, BC, Canada V4N 4C8.
Dumper Trailers
DUMPER trailers, available in two sizes for jobs requiring unloading capabilities between 2990 and 3500 pounds, are built with heavy gauge steel tubing, and feature 12 volt hydraulic power units that operate with the turn of a key. Valley Manufacturing, Box 70, Waynesboro, PA 17268.
CD Estimator
ALTHOUGH not developed specifically for masonry estimating, the 1995 CD Estimator package is quick and flexible enough to fit many of the masonry contractor's simpler estimating requirements. Program is geared to allow user to change any price or description in an estimate, add anything wanted including the markup of choice and make changes in the costbook database so it fits the user's needs. The CD contains over 2,000 pages of manhours, labor and material costs for new construction, repair and remodeling work. Updates by modem are free. Craftsman Book Company, 6058 Corte del Cedro, Carlsbad, CA 92018.
Ballast Pavers
BALLAST PAVER system for use over single ply roofs consists of interlocking, concrete tiles beveled on two edges with a smooth fluted bottom containing four main channels and two transverse channels to allow water drainage in all directions. 12"x17"x1-1/2" tiles can be used on commercial roofs in new construction, in renovation projects and as protection layers on patios and terraces. Roofblok, Box 2624, Fitchburg, MA 01420.
Work Gloves
LEATHER PALM work gloves, well suited for hand and power tools and other rugged tasks, are constructed to endure hard weather conditions. Gloves are made of a thermofilled lined palomino grain pigskin and a pile lined suede cowhide. Wells Lamont, 6640 West Touhy, Niles, IL 60714.
Hammer-Screw
Drive Anchors
HAMMER screw drive anchors offer one step installation and removability for light duty anchoring into brick, hollow block and concrete, with 40 percent greater load capacities than standard nail-in anchors. Anchors feature a precision cast alloy body and a durable no. 2 phillips head, and are available in 1/4" diameter, in 1" to 3" lengths. Rawiplug, 200 Petersville Road, New Rochelle, NY 10802
3-Legged Horse
THREE-LEGGED saw horse opens and closes quickly, provides easy portability and storage. A pair, which supports more than one ton, can be easily carried in one hand, weighs 21 pounds. Stow, Box 490, Binghamhamton, NY 13902
Easy Load Trailers
HEAVY EQUIPMENT trailers feature an 8 degree loading angle for machines that have a high center of gravity or require a low loading degree of incline. Available in 10, 12, 20 and 25 ton capacities with electric and air brake options, the trailers feature heavy duty spring-assist ramps, eliminating the use of tile beds and their heavy maintenance. Eager Beaver, 4425 Highway 27 South, Lake Wales, FL 33853.
Midsize Mixer
MIDSIZE concrete mixer in a 5 cu.ft. capacity features a rugged A-frame construction, thick steel drum and a handwheel for easy controlled dumping. Available in a choice of 5 engine options, Honda, Briggs and electric, the mixer also features guarded pinion bar, tapered roller bearings and high speed towing tires. Stone Construction Equipment, 32 East Main, Honeoye, NY 14471.
Power Cart
PORTABLE power hauling cart has three forward and one reverse gear and is powered by a two-cycle engine. One handle operates the throttle, clutch and