The Fab Master from Edgemarc Tools can be used as an edge profiler as well as to cut out any shape sink, polish, drill faucet holes, create drain boards, surface polish or hone and more, according to the manufacturer.
Pearl Abrasive’s new Co-Action (CX10) tile saw utilizes revolutionary new technology that allows the cutting head and table to travel in different directions at the same time. It is designed to rip cut a 24-inch tile and diagonal cut an 18-inch tile. With the appropriate blade, the operator can cut ceramic tile, porcelain, granite tiles, marble tiles and more. The Pearl CX10 is engineered with a 2-horsepower motor and weighs only 60 pounds.
Granite City Tool has released its 2008 Fabrication Catalog. With a featured theme of “Everything for stone working,” the booklet contains the company’s range of products including polishers/grinders, core drill machines, diamond polishing discs and stone saws to name a few.
Innovative Stone® has announced the introduction of Everlife™, its new brand of stain-resistant natural stone countertops, which do not require sealing and are protected by a breakthrough technology called PermaShield™ (www.permashield.com). The availability of Everlife marks the first time that consumers will be able to purchase PermaShield-protected natural stone countertops outside of The Home Depot and Expo Design Center.
Stoneready has introduced the Stoneready System - framed, poster-sized photos of a range of kitchens, bathrooms and floors with cutouts in areas where the natural stone or tile would be. The concept provides an affordable and convenient way for showrooms and slab yards to sell natural stone and tile, according to the company.
Integra Adhesives Inc. has released the next generation of its color-matched adhesives for the surfacing industry - Surface Bonder Xi. The new formula is available in more than 200 colors, offers higher impact resistance than previous formulations and was developed for modern demanding fabrication methods such as V-grooving, integral sink applications and dynamic load situations. Surface Bonder Xi has also reduced VOC content, shrinks less during the cure process and is noticeably less odorous, according to the company. Additionally, the manufacturer reports that the new formula retains the fast cure properties of the original formulas and offers increased shelf life - up to 2 years when stored correctly.
WARDJet, Inc., a leading man-ufacturer of waterjet cutting machines, is now offering over 20 models for customers to choose from. WARDJet produces systems with multiple 5-axis abrasive or water-only cutting heads. WARDJet also specializes in custom machine applications with a huge selection of options that can be mounted on the units, such as height sensors, crash sensors, laser alignment, drill and tapping units, so users can cut a hole and tap it all in one program.
OMAX® Corp.’s 80X JetMachining® Center with Intelli-TRAX is the newest product in the industry leader’s arsenal of precision abrasive waterjet solutions. Designed with a footprint of 265 x 152 inches (6731 mm x 3861 mm), the 80X is one of the most accurate large-format machines in the company’s line of JetMachining Centers and will make its debut at IMTS (Innovative Management and Technology Services) 2008.
Anver’s High Capacity Vacuum Lifter & Tilter features an all-steel welded frame with two hydraulic cylinders that rotate loads from the horizontal to vertical position using fully integrated remote controls. Designed for use in production applications, with steel fabrications up to 10,000 pounds, this vacuum lifter & hydraulic tilter eliminates the need for hooks and slings.
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