New Products – February 2013

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EDGING
Custom Building Products, Seal Beach, Calif., introduces a line of profile and transition finishing strips and edge trim for protecting edges and enhancing safety with installed stone and tile. The selection includes square-edged, decorative and step profiles, as well as transition and compensation pieces; materials include stainless steel, solid brass, PVC and aluminum in anodized, chrome-plated or coated finishes. The edging units can be used on floors, walls, countertops, steps, expansion joints and decorative edging, and are manufactured exclusively by Proline in Germany.
Contact: Custom Building Products, 800-272-8786

UNDERLAYMENT
USG Corporation, Chicago, introduces DUROCK™ EcoCap™ Self-Leveling Underlayment, utilizing a new proprietary geopolymer technology with high recycled content and a reduced carbon footprint of 50 percent when compared to Portland-cement- or calcium-aluminate-cement-based products.  The solution allows foot traffic within two hours and installation of moisture-insensitive tile within four hours; other floor covering products can be installed after 16 hours. It also uses up to 50 percent less water compared to other Portland-cement and calcium aluminate-based products currently in the market.
Contact: USG Corporation, 800-874-4968

LARGE-FORMAT MORTAR
Bonsal American Inc., Charlotte, N.C., introduces ProSpec® PermaFlex 300 Medium Bed, a Portland-cement-based mortar designed specifically for large-format tile installation on concrete surfaces. The one-component solution can be used where the embedded thickness is between 3/16” and ¾”, and be used for interior or exterior work. The product is available in gray or white in 50-lbs bags.
Contact: Bonsal American Inc./ProSpec, 800-3345-0784

SHOWER ACCESSORIES
LATICRETE International Inc., Bethany, Conn., announces the expansion of its HYDRO BAN line of shower products. The additional items include four new versions of pre-sloped linear shower pans as well as new sizes of pre-formed benches and shelves; all of them are constructed of lightweight high-density polystyrene, are 100-percent waterproof, and can accept stone/tile installation immediately. The line also include new drain finishes, including brushed, polished, oil-rubbed bronze and tile-in-grate versions, and a 42-inch linear drain.
Contact: LATICRETE International Inc., 800-243-4788 x610

SLAB DOLLY
SawTrax, Kennesaw, Ga., introduces the Panel Express dolly cart for sheet goods and slabs. The all-steel unit, with a 700-lbs capacity, features easy maneuvering and an all-terrain capability, and a self-adjusting bay for holding materials. Options include a third 12” wheel with pneumatic tire for handling heavy loads and extended handles for negotiating stairs.
Contact: SawTrax, 888-729-8729

NEW CARE LINE
MAPEI Americas, Deerfield Beach, Fla., introduces its UltraCare™ line of products offered to professional contractors for the care and maintenance of stone, tile and grout surfaces. Developed by the company’s research and development team during the past 18 months, the comprehensive lineup sealers, finishes, cleaners and problem-solvers. All are formulated to be environmentally friendly, safe to handle, and easy to use, as well as to provide outstanding performance and durability at a cost-effective price.
Contact: MAPEI, 800-426-2734