Masonry Magazine October 1993 Page. 45
LITERATURE REVIEW
Cast stone design information catalog incorporates data on cast marble floor tiles, interior wall panels and resin-reinforced marble and granite tiles, along with complete architectural specifications, test data on physical characteristics, installation information and maintenance suggestions. Perma Grain, 13 West Third Street, Media, PA 19063.
Cement and concrete catalog contains more than 400 technical, educational and promotional titles, including nearly fifty new publications, videos, computer software programs and slide sets. Portland Cement Association, 5420 Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60077.
Versatile decorative stamped concrete system is detailed and described in eight page, four color catalog, which illustrates product in use and contains detailed product specifications. Available in more than 40 standard colors and 52 natural patterns, and custom colors and patterns to meet specific design requirements. Increte Systems, Box 151103, 8509 Sunstate Street, Tampa, FL 33684.
Concrete forms for large building, highway and bridge projects are described and illustrated in use in 44 page, 4 color catalog. Job descriptions include contractor, project owner and job superintendent. Economy Forms, 1800 Northeast Broadway Avenue, Box D, Des Moines, IA 50316.
Segmental retaining wall technical bulletins provide how-to instructions. Included are brochures describing applications of wall systems in shoreline and retention pond protection, product profiles, installation procedures and complete specifications. Versa-Lok, Box 9116, North St. Paul, MN 55109.
Retaining wall systems catalog showcases uses and applications and gives information on product specifications, installation guidelines and reinforcement usage. Anchor Wall Systems, 8309 Brooklyn Boulevard, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445.
Rulers and scales catalog describes over 1,000 different rulers, scales and measuring devices for a wide range of applications. Scale lengths are available from 2 to 196" long and most gradations are available. Gaebel Enterprises, Box 6849, Syracuse, NY 13217.
Glass block products design information, detail drawings and specifications for mortared installations are covered in a 16 page brochure, which includes photos of various patterns, warranty and design assistance information. Pittsburgh Corning, 800 Presque Isle Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15239.
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