New Products – October 2011

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ROTARY SCREW COMPRESSORS
Kaeser Compressors Inc., Fredericksburg, Va., introduces the redesigned CSD rotary screw compressor series, available in flows from 186-565 cfm (60 HP-125 HP) and pressures to 217 psi. New features include Sigma Control 2 intelligent compressor control, monitoring 20 critical operating parameters and providing enhanced communications capabilities with a built-in Web server and standard Ethernet port. The series still includes a direct-drive design, enhanced cooling and an eco-friendly fluid filter element.
Contact: Kaeser Compressors Inc., 877-586-2691

CNC / HOLE SAVER
Omni Cubed Inc., Placerville, Calif., offers the Original Sink Hole Saver TM for protecting countertops while being cut on CNC machines. The product features mechanical clamps that secure to countertop edges, avoiding interference with the sink-hole cutting area. While on the machine, the units reduce vibration and provide lateral support against side loads from the cutting tool. The stiffening rail is very strong yet lightweight, and features a convenient sliding channel for custom placement of each clamp.  Omni Cubed, Inc. manufactures three models of Sink Hole Savers; each model is available in 4’, 6’, and 8’ lengths.
Contact: Omni Cubed Inc., 877-311-1976

DIAMOND WIRE
DIABÜ Diamantwerkzeuge, Eschenburg, Germany, introduces a 7.3mm diamond wire designed specifically for multi-wire-saws with 30+ strands. The wire includes long-term elastic plasticizing for high quiet running when sawing and low vibrations; high tearproof and flexible galvanised steel wire reduces the danger of nicks/breaks. When used correctly, there should be no wire splits for up to 80 operational hours.
Contact: DIABÜ Diamantwerkzeuge, +49 (0) 2770-9133-0

INSTALLATION, REPAIR, RENEWAL

CRACK-ISOLATION MEMBRANE
MAPEI, Deerfield Beach, Fla., introduces Mapelastic CI, a premixed liquid-rubber crack-isolation membrane for installation under stone or ceramic tile. Designed for use  in interior and exterior environments on residential or commercial projects, the solution resolves potential in-plane cracking in concrete substrates up to 1/8” (3mm). The quick-drying, roller-applied membrane allows stone or tile installations after 30-50 minutes; it changes color when cured, making it easy for workers to see when they can proceed to the next phase of the installation.
Contact: MAPEI, 800-426-2734

PUBLICATIONS

QUARRY CALENDAR
Marble Institute of America (MIA), Cleveland, offers MIA 2012, featuring a high-resolution photo of a working stone quarry for each month. The calendars can also be customized (with a 20-calendar-miniumum order) with a company’s logo and contact information. Calendars must be ordered by Oct. 28.
Contact: MIA, 440-250-9222

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