Masonry Magazine August 2009 Page. 18

Words: Jennifer Morrell, Michael Solomon, Tom Daniel
Masonry Magazine August 2009 Page. 18

Masonry Magazine August 2009 Page. 18
NEW PRODUCTS
TO SUBMIT A NEW PRODUCT: Contact Jennifer Morrell Email: j.morrel@lionhtpub.com

Vacuum-Hoist Lifter
Anver Corporation
Hudson, Mass.

The Anver VB is a fully integrated vacuum-hoist lifter that can be equipped with custom pad attachments to handle three cement blocks at once, or various types of patio blocks and pavers. The Vacuum-Hoist Lifter can be equipped with an extruded aluminum or steel frame and custom vacuum pad attachments to match specific load requirements. Providing instant attach-and-release from the top surfaces, vacuum holding eliminates the damage that can be caused by lifting with tongs and grabs. It is offered with capacities of up to 2,000 pounds and is powered by a remote pump that can be located up to 150 feet away from the vacuum lifting head.

www.anver.com
READER SERVICE #260

Brush and Scraper Combo
Hyde Tools
Southbridge, Mass.

Hyde Tools' MAXXGRIP PRO scraper blade is set on the tapered nose of two conveniently sized industrial quality brushes: a long-handle, large brush design for large area prepping with a tapered nose, and an offset-handle, small block design for smaller area prepping. The tools are for tough surface cleanup and prep. The addition of the high-carbon steel blade makes tackling difficult jobs easier. Ideal for scraping paint and scrubbing cement or any other hard surface, all brushes are solvent resistant and easy to clean.

www.hydetools.com
READER SERVICE #263

Low-cost Block Grinder
Concut, Inc.
Kent, Wash

Concut Inc.'s CB-1500E block grinder provides big machine quality and safety at the fraction of the cost of other alternatives. The grinder uses Turbo Wheel design, so coarse and fine grinding can be accomplished in a single pass with a single grinding head. The CB-100E features a 10-horsepower electric motor and solid state controls on a heavy-duty structural steel frame. Completely enclosed grinding operation provides for maximum operator safety. This block grinder can also be adapted to bull nose or chamfer block.

www.concutusa.com
READER SERVICE #261

Tuff Tubby
Muskingum Equipment Outfitters
Marietta, Ohio

Muskingum Equipment Outfitters' mortar/concrete tub, the Tuff Tubby, holds 10 cubic feet and is made of a durable, lightweight virgin polyetholene. The material is light in color to help repel heat, allowing the tub to stay cooler and requiring less tempering of material. The Tuff Tubby has a non-stick surface and rounded corners for easy clean up. The Tuff Tubby works on conventional and hydraulic scaffolding. Optional eight-inch wheels make for easy mobility on scaffolding and inside buildings.

www.tufftubby.com
READER SERVICE #264

Foundation Software Green Technology
Foundation Software
Cleveland

Foundation Software has launched an eco-friendly green technology. With the addition of two Green Buttons, Foundation offers a fast and efficient method for users to file and retrieve an unlimited number of system reports, reducing the need for printed reports and hard-copy filing Green button technology enables busy contractors to set up separate default folders for reports generated through each module. Users can then simply click one button to save a report and another button to instantly look up a report. Green button technology offers maximum efficiency and flexibility without sacrificing security.

www.foundationsoft.com
READER SERVICE #262

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