New Products – October 2012
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MATERIALS
GINGHAM, PLAID MOSAICS
New Ravenna Mosaics, Exmore, Va., introduces a collection of plaid- and gingham-patterned glass-and-stone mosaics designed by Sara Baldwin. Offered in a combination of natural stone and jewel glass, the five designs are all hand-cut and -assembled on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, where the company employs more than 100 artisans to create handcrafted tile designs. The new line is inspired from Baldwin’s love of gingham and plaid fabric as a child, as well as Scottish family ancestry.
Contact: New Ravenna Mosaics, 757-442-3379
QUARTZ SURFACES
Vicostone, Hanoi, Vietnam, introduces the Natural Stone Look collection, including Botticino Classic, Mystic Brown, Alaska White and Rainbow Tobacco. All are available in slabs. The U.S. representative for the material is Vicostone USA of Dallas.
Contact: Vicostone USA, 972-243-2325.
EQUIPMENT
HAND-HELD POLISHER
WerkMaster, North Vancouver, British Columbia, offers the Scarab hand-grinder attachment for finish prep work and polishing. The design uses five heads, each with a 3” disc, in an arrow-like 7” X 10” footprint to reach hard-to get places (such as odd corners or behind plumbing fixtures). The 20-lbs unit connects to most popular hand-held grinders, with a long-handle attachment to allow stand-up work on floors. The Scarab is available through Braxton-Bragg.
Contact: WerkMaster, 866-373-9375
MOBILE COMPRESSOR 
Kaeser Compressors Inc., Fredericksburg, Va., introduces the Mobilair M350, a mobile air compressor combining a Kaeser rotary screw airend and a Mercedes-Benz OM-501 V6 diesel engine. Delivering 1200 cfm at 125 psig, the unit includes a large fuel tank, easy access to maintenance points, and an anti-frost valve; options include various pressures, skid-mount, and air treatment for cool dry air.
Contact: Kaeser Compressors Inc., 877-682-6482
WATERJET MONITORIING 
OMAX Corp., Kent, Wash., introduces the Intelli-VISOR System Monitoring Package to oversee the status and performance of an OMAX abrasive waterjet throughout the entire cutting process. A function of OMAX’s Intelli-MAX® 18 control software, the system utilizes an industry-standard Modbus® communications protocol and features a streamlined software interface and machine-sensor network to capture and share real-time data from different components in the waterjet. The system monitors and analyzes important machining parameters, including cutting activity, pump pressure and abrasive levels, as well as keep track of machine hours and maintenance schedules. The system also alerts an operator of an issue at the machine control screen; with an Internet connection, it can distribute an alert notice to up to four people via email or SMS text messaging.
Contact: OMAX Corp., 800-838-0343
INSTALLATION, REPAIR, RENEWAL
QUARTZ GLUE 
Fabsolution, Marietta, Ga., introduces FS Glue, a new adhesive for use with solid-surface and quartz materials. Made by a manufacturer with 10 years experience in the adhesive industry, it complements the company’s line of guns, mixing tips, silicone and accessories, and offers exceptional color-matching and adhesive properties.
Contact: Fabsolution, 888-998-0026
