
Bostik Inc.’s Construction & Industrial (C&I) Business Unit has developed Chem-Calk® 505, a new, two-component, polyurethane sealant for vertical and horizontal commercial construction applications. The non-sag, architectural-grade formulation is designed to seal expansion and control joints in precast concrete construction and metal curtain walls, as well as the perimeters of door and window frames and other building components. Replacing...

Global specialty chemicals producer Rhodia has introduced Rhodiasolv® STRIP, a new eco-friendly, safe and high performing core ingredient especially developed for dichloromethane-free paint stripping solutions. Based on the eco-friendly solvent Rhodiasolv® IRIS, recipient of the 2009 Pierre Potier award for innovation in chemistry supporting sustainable development, Rhodiasolv® STRIP is now commercially available worldwide. Rhodiasolv® STRIP is...

VersaTube® Building Systems has announced the launch of a new Authorized Installer Program designed to link local contractors with building installation experience to its customers in need of installation services. For many licensed construction contractors and handymen, this program represents an opportunity to add a new revenue stream in an otherwise challenging economic market. Because steel frame components have been pre-engineered, pre-cut,...

General lighting with energy efficient long-lasting LEDs in directional applications such as recessed downlights, tracks, pendants and sconces becomes as easy as changing a standard light bulb early next year. A new technology “twist” from GE Consumer & Industrial—a small puck-shaped LED module that gives lighting designers and end-users the ability to easily upgrade LED lighting as technology advances—addresses the inflexibility of integrated...

The new Cat® 907H, the latest addition to the Cat Compact Wheel Loader range, fits between the popular 906H and 908H models to give buyers even more choices. The new 70-net horsepower (52-kW) model features a skid steer loader style coupler, auxiliary hydraulic system, Cat C3.4 diesel engine, two-speed hydrostatic drive, standard differential locks in both axles, parallel-lift Z-bar loader linkage and high-visibility operator’s station. Optional...

Horton has introduced its first modular fans – WindShift Modular Fans for the off-highway, industrial and other specialty markets. This line of fans provides significant versatility in design and manufacturing for a myriad of applications and optimal fan drive cooling. WindShift Modular Fans have innovative clamshell knuckles that clamp the blades at precise pitch angles. This feature offers flexibility for customers’ specifications and...

Royal DSM N.V., the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company headquartered in the Netherlands, announces today that its KhepriCoat™ anti-reflective coating system has contributed to achieving the highest energy conversion ever of a full-size solar module. The world record of 16.4%, achieved by the Energy Research Centre of the Netherlands (ECN), was verified by global certification and testing organization TÜV. The previous record of...

Drawing on the success of Black & Decker’s revolutionary Kwikset® SmartKey® re-key technology, K2™ Commercial Hardware (K2) today debuted its first SmartKey-enabled products servicing the commercial builder market at the 2009 Door and Hardware Institute’s (DHI) Annual Conference and Exposition in Orlando, Fla. The launch of K2’s SmartKey products provide the opportunity for designers, architects and builders to offer their clients the...

TNR rapid roll up rubber doors have “get up and go” performance and provide peace of mind with maximum uptime in your fast pace, non-stop rugged workplace. Process and Maintenance Engineers recognize the value of TNR Industrial Door’s proven indestructibility and endurance qualities. TNR Industrial Door combines rugged durability with high performance drive systems. These TNR rubber roll up door models are best suited for industrial...

Engineered and designed to integrate lighting innovation, energy saving fan technology and an extraordinary industrial style, Meyda Custom Lighting introduces the 44-inch wide Diamond Plate Turbine Chandel-Air (108591) lighting fixture that integrates a fan mechanism. This innovation enables Meyda to custom design and custom build any lighting fixture with an operable fan built-into the unit. Meyda Custom Lighting is a leading manufacturer of decorative...