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Pressure Washers and Cleaning Equipment Care

We asked masons to share their cleaning methods. These case studies offer a first-hand, detailed account of the steps of the cleaning process.

As manufacturers of masonry cleaning equipment for over 43 years, Unique Industries LLC (known by the product name Kem-O-Kleen) has received more than a few questions about cleaning methods. We believe that there is always room to improve and, by sharing

Unique Industries examines four case studies of what it takes to build a first-class masonry cleaning operation.

Since 1973, Unique Industries has manufactured masonry cleaning systems. Our patented technology was originally developed by a mason who knew there had to be a better way to clean that a bucket and brush.

While there is always pressure to finish masonry cleaning, this article focuses on the use of pressure in the application of water and chemicals in the cleaning process.

Several new systems that keep moisture out of wall cavities have hit the market during the last couple of years, and they may have arrived at just the right time. More states are considering adding moisture-management requirements to their building co

After several years of doom and gloom, vendors and attendees at this year???s World of Concrete/World of Masonry show in Las Vegas put up increased attendance numbers ??? 52,088 ??? and had smiles on their faces.

Process control and automation can make customers confident that you can meet their objectives, whether it is the ph level of run-off or the quality of the finished appearance.

Even with 40 years of experience m

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The Mason Contractors Association of America provides technical support and assistance to mason contractors - a valuable resource that can save you time and money. Contractors can submit their t

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BY GARY HENRY

How difficult is it to re-brand a company?

If it's done right, it's like clockwork. Lafarge is currently rolling out new eco-friendly packaging for its entire family of cement products in the United States and Canada. The look of the new bags w