September 2011

200_Diamond Black[1]NEW QUARTZ COLORS

Samsung, La Mirada, Calif., introducts two new colors next month (October 2011) for its Radianz™ line of quartz sufraces. , Diamond Black and Diamond White – a pure version of the shades – allow for a minimalistic yet elegant design in countertops and other creative surface uses, like shower walls; combining the two provides a distinguishing contrast for both residential and commercial interior surfaces projects. The diamond additions bring the total number of options in Radianz to 28 colors.

Contact: Samsung, 800-795-7177.

MACHINERY

200_1926182_CuttingGuard_OnGrinderDUST COLLECTORS/GUARDS

Makita U.S.A. Inc., La Mirada, Calif., introduces a pair of its Dust Collecting Cutting Guards for use with Makita 4-1/2” and 5” grinders. The standard guard (#192618-2) is made with cast aluminum and weighs .45 lbs, with a large lip for stable plunging; it also features a direct-connection dust port for use with most commercial vacuum hoses. The guard with shoe (#192972-4) includes tool-less depth adjustment and a large shoe for stability and accuracy. Both can be fitted to most commercial vacuum hoses for connection to a commercial-grade vacuum system.

Contact: Makita U.S.A., 800-462-5482

200_WEPA14_125_metabo5” GRINDER

Metabo Corp., West Chester, Pa., introduces the 5″ WEPA14-125 quick-angle grinder with a 12.2 A motor, 1,450 watts of power, 29.2 inch-lbs of torque and a no-load speed of 10,000 rpm. The unit includes the company’s auto-balance technology that replaces a traditional backing flange with an auto-balancing flange pressed onto the spindle; ball bearings automatically offset out-of-balance conditions, reducing vibration significantly. The tool also includes the company’s VibraTech (MVT) side handle and “S-Automatic” safety slip clutch.

Contact: Metabo Corp., 800-638-2264.