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New masonry products for June 2015

Words: Dan Kamys

DECK-O-SEAL HS-1 SL Sealant

DECK-O-SEAL
Hampshire, Ill.

DECK-O-SEAL, a division of W. R. MEADOWS offering pool deck products, is offering HS-1 SL — a one-part, self-leveling hybrid polymer sealant for various pool applications. This hybrid polymer sealant was developed using SMP technology designed for horizontal expansion joints in swimming pool decks, patios and sidewalks. HS-1 SL is packaged in a convenient, easy-to-use, 62-ounce pouch that has a shelf life of 12 months. Just screw on the supplied application tip and apply HS-1 SL into the joint by squeezing the re-sealable foil pouch.

www.deckoseal.com

Cut-Resistant Work Glove With Grip

Magid
Chicago

Cut-Resistant Work Glove With Grip
Cut-Resistant Work Glove With Grip
Magid has developed a cut-resistant work glove, the CutMaster Aramax XT AX5100. The AX5100 is a seamless machine knit glove that combines the highest level of cut protection with a crinkle latex palm coating for outstanding grip. Features include Aramax XT yarn that offers up to twice the cut protection than yarns of similar weight made of 100 percent para-aramid — with ANSI level 5 cut protection; a crinkle latex palm coating that delivers smudge-free grip and provides added abrasion resistance; and a form-fitting shell, engineered to wick away moisture and keep the wearer cool and comfortable.

www.magidglove.com

M/BED Utility Blocks

M/BED BLOCK SYSTEMS
St. Louis

M/BED Utility Blocks
M/BED Utility Blocks
The addition of these CMU blocks takes the M/BED products beyond just the correctional constructed buildings. Utility blocks are installed in any new concrete block wall. The five M/BED UTILITY Blocks each have an integral unit box to attach electric components. High- and low-voltage electric switches, electric outlets, loud speakers, or a welded TV bracket to the right or left side of our 8161F steel plate and electric outlet and TV outlet on the opposite half. These are only some of the components we can install.

gene.forster@gmail.com

PowerMod Knockdown Modular Platform

Power Climber
Seattle

PowerMod Knockdown Modular Platform
PowerMod Knockdown Modular Platform
Power Climber, a division of SafeWorks, has launched PowerMod, a versatile, flexible, and cost-effective modular knockdown suspended platform that provides safe, secure and stable access for a variety of projects performed at height. With a 2,000-pound load capacity and a variety of possible configurations, PowerMod fits into hard-to-reach working spaces for various construction, maintenance, restoration, painting and inspection applications. Built-in toe boards, adjustable guardrails, one step self-locking pins, and light weight make the PowerMod easy to transport and assemble.

www.powerclimber.com/Products/Platforms/PowerMod.aspx

Extruded Concrete Thin Brick

TEC Products, Inc.
Hartland, Wis.

Extruded Concrete Thin Brick
Extruded Concrete Thin Brick
TEC Products Inc. is the only manufacturer of extruded concrete thin brick. All of TEC bricks meet severe weather requirements and have been tested to 300 freeze-thaw cycles. With more than 40 distinctive colors to choose from that include texturing of the brick ranging from smooth, sanded and rolled. TEC cures the brick using ambient temperatures, so there is no need for a high-temperature kiln, eliminating the high-energy requirements for curing and CO2 emissions that other brick manufactures require. TEC’s concrete thin brick is a natural choice.

www.tecproductsinc.com
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