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New masonry products for September 2016

Words: Dan Kamys

DEWALT Introduces Premium Utility Knives

DEWALT
New Britain, Conn.

DEWALT has launched two new utility cutting tools for the toughest worksite conditions. Premium Utility Knives add reinforced strength through their new blade change mechanism and bi-material grip, offering professional users durability, stability and control. Traditional retractable knife users will have confidence in blade security during cutting with a 3x blade-life retention (compared to traditional utility knives). The 10295 knife has an IP54 rating on blade storage. Available in retractable and folding retractable models.

www.dewalt.com

Protect Your Structure With AIR-SHIELD LM

W. R. MEADOWS, Inc.
Hampshire, Ill.

Protect Your Structure With AIR-SHIELD LM
Protect Your Structure With AIR-SHIELD LM
AIR-SHIELD LM by W. R. MEADOWS is a single-component, liquid-applied, water-based, polymer-modified air/vapor and liquid moisture barrier, formulated to prevent the transmission of air and inhibit vapor and moisture from passing through porous building materials. The liquid-applied characteristic of AIR-SHIELD LM makes for a simple application, while it is also a sprayable product. It is suitable for both new construction and restoration projects. Installation instructions are available on the company’s website and can be printed or downloaded.

www.wrmeadows.com

Industrial Vacuum Helps Remove Silica Dust

Ruwac USA
Holyoke, Mass.

Industrial Vacuum Helps Remove Silica Dust
Industrial Vacuum Helps Remove Silica Dust
Ruwac USA’s WS2320-HD, a heavy-duty intermittent-duty vacuum that features 11 Hg” of negative vacuum pressure, doesn’t give hazardous silica dust a chance. Available with an outstanding 300 CFM, the WS2320-HD heavy-duty vacuum is equipped with absolute HEPA filtration that is 99.997 percent efficient at 0.3 microns, as well as 28 ft2 of industry-leading MicroClean primary filtration. The vacuum’s modular housing is fully grounded and sealed for dust-free operation, and made from a dent- and rust-free compression cast composite housing that is guaranteed for life.

www.ruwac.com

Advanced Layout Is Simplified With Hilti’s PLT 300 Layout System

Hilti
Plano, Texas

Advanced Layout Is Simplified With Hilti’s PLT 300 Layout System
Advanced Layout Is Simplified With Hilti’s PLT 300 Layout System
Contractors will find advanced layout simple with the new Hilti Layout system PLT 300. Layout jobs can be completed quickly and efficiently by just one person, and no leveling is required. Hilti Auto-Stationing technology allows for easy automatic station setup. The PLT 300 comes with the PLC 300 controller, a tablet with a 7-inch display that has permanent wireless contact with the total station. Building Information Modeling (BIM) and “jobsite to BIM” data flow are now at your fingertips.

www.us.hilti.com

M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH DEMAND 9.0 Battery Pack

Milwaukee Tool
Milwaukee

M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH DEMAND 9.0 Battery Pack
M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH DEMAND 9.0 Battery Pack
The new M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH DEMAND 9.0 Battery Pack from Milwaukee delivers up to 5X more runtime and 35 percent more power, and runs 60 percent cooler than standard lithium-ion batteries. This new battery technology is fully compatible with the entire M18 system. The HIGH DEMAND 9.0 pack is optimized for high-draw M18 FUEL tools and solutions that need sustained power and runtime for applications such as high-demand drilling, chipping, cutting and grinding.

www.milwaukeetool.com

PlanRoom Service for Construction Contractors and Subcontractors

Dodge Data & Analytics
New York

PlanRoom Service for Construction Contractors and Subcontractors
PlanRoom Service for Construction Contractors and Subcontractors
Dodge Data & Analytics has launched Dodge PlanRoom, an online service for storing, managing and sharing plans, specifications, and other construction documentation. Dodge PlanRoom is designed to support construction-specific workflows such as evaluating potential projects by quickly reviewing linked plans, sections and elevations. Optionally, contractors can quickly search projects to find the ones most suitable for them. Users can also add their own projects or participate in private projects they are invited to by owners and other contractors.

www.construction.com/dodge/planroom.asp
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