Masonry Magazine April 2009 Page. 18

Words: Graeme Gilmour
Masonry Magazine April 2009 Page. 18

Masonry Magazine April 2009 Page. 18
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# Hydraulic-powered Cut-off Saws
Atlas Copco Construction Equipment LLC
Commerce City, Colo.

Designed for a variety of applications, the LS 14 and LS 16 hydraulic-powered cut-off saws from Atlas Copco Construction Equipment are designed for cutting through concrete, asphalt, cement, brick and steel. The 14-inch blade on the LS 14 provides a cutting depth of 5.3 inches, while the 16-inch LS 16 offers a cutting depth of 6.3 inches. The saws' simple, direct-drive design provides consistent speed and torque and reduces maintenance, compared with belt-driven saws. Equipped with wheels and handles, the hydraulic power packs can be positioned up to 75 feet away.

www.atlascopco.us

READER SERVICE #260

# Material Hoist
Spider
Seattle, Wash.

Spider, a division of SafeWorks, successfully put its new material hoist to work on the Pinnacle Museum Tower Condominium in San Diego. Spider's material hoist kit is a new addition to its extensive line of reliable access products. The kit allows a contractor to fully comply with ANSI A10.5 when using a man-rated hoist without modifications in material lifting applications. The additional limit switch, power loss reset, and emergency stop features keep the operator safe when lifting heavy loads of up to 2,000 pounds.

www.safeworks.com

READER SERVICE #263

# Architectural Thin Block Veneer
Cebu Stone
Wabash, Ind.

Cebu Stone Architectural Thin Block Veneer is a unique, lightweight cast product that is a permanent and cost-effective way to add beauty, texture and the look of split-face blocking to any structure. The core product is the traditional eight- X 16-inch split-face block incorporating a patent-pending cast in place, Accutab Set System, ensuring a precise installation. All blocks have a one-inch base thickness, with the face varying with texture. Additional features include added insulation capabilities for new construction, a time-saving application process, and endless design possibilities.

www.cebustone.com

READER SERVICE #261

# PR Tools for Small Builders, Contractors
Understanding Marketing.com
Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.

Since many smaller builders and contractors need help promoting their products and services, www.Understanding Marketing.com has launched the PR Toolkit, a new e-Book that helps smaller companies generate their own public relations tactics to increase sales and profits. The PR Toolkit provides insight to help small businesses leverage the power of media awareness to promote their companies and generate bigger profits. Understanding Marketing.com offers DIY marketing and PR information for small businesses, and the PR Toolkit can help any company get publicity on a shoestring budget.

www.understandingmarketing.com

READER SERVICE #264

# Zero-Tail Swing Compact Excavator
Kubota
Torrance, Calif

Kubota's U17 zero-tail swing compact excavator delivers maneuverability, power and performance, even in the most confined work spaces. The U17 provides increased hydraulic flow for fast, responsive operation, and heightened traction force for tough backfilling jobs. Productivity is maximized with a bucket located close to the blade, while operator costs are reduced with features like a digital control panel. With a 17-horsepower engine, the Kubota U17 is small in stature but packed with power and performance. It also complies with the Environmental Protection Agency's 2008 Tier IV emissions regulations.

www.kubota.com

READER SERVICE #262

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