Monday, March 23, 2015

Pave Tech® Hardscape Outfitters 2015 Rockin Walls Workshop Sponsor, "Try Before You Buy"



For years building dry laid stone foundations I used a 7 pound paver hammer manufactured overseas. The only issue was when it was time to retire my old faithful mallet I could no longer find a replacement.  : ( I began my search for finding an amazing hammer with some serious weight to really penetrate a blow to natural stone set in earth for the foundation. The best part in making the investment into one of Pave Tech hammers is that you can always replace the heads as seen below. Making for money well spent!! WIth the generous sponsorship to Rockin Walls Training Center you can "Try Before You Buy" at one of the many workshops.  

If you specialize in hardscapes, flat work like patios / walkways and dry laid stone construction. You need to take a hard look at the full line up of what Pave Tech has to offer you. Pave Tech.

Pave Tech also offers year round hardscape training at their School for Advanced Segmental Paving see more @ Pave Tech - Paver School


Pave Tech is The One Stop Shop for Hardscape Tool & Accessories

Pave Tech, the Hardscape Outfitters, is the Hardscape Industry leader for PAVE EDGE® Paver Edge Restraints, BRIGHTS® Architectural Hardscape Lighting, Tools & Equipment, JAWS® Diamond Tools, SANDLOCK® Organic Joint Sand Stabilizer, Adhesives and PAVE CHEM® Cleaners & Sealers. Save time and money by working with one supplier for all of your hardscaping tools and accessories. Pave Tech carries everything needed to install, enhance and maintain a beautiful Hardscape project.


Wall Mallet 
~ 19" Wood handle 
~ 3 1/8" (80mm) interchangeable head 
~ Cast iron head housing 
~ Black Medium Hard Rubber and White Medium Superplastic 
Part Number: 40012  Weight: 7 lbs (3.2 kg) Made In Germany



Paver Mallet
~ 13" Wood handle 
~ 2 3/8" (60mm) interchangeable head 
~ Cast iron head housing 
~ Black Medium Hard Rubber and Red Hard Plastic 
Part Number: 40010  Weight: 4 lbs (1.8 kg) Made In Germany




Deadblow Hammers (used for paver cap stones)

Model 375 (left)
~ 12" Wood handle 
~2 3/8" (60mm) head 
~ Cast steel head housing 
~ White very hard nylon heads
 Part Number: 40013  Weight: 3.75 lbs (1.7 kg) Made In Switzerland

Model 500 (right)
~ 12" Wood handle 
~ 2 3/4" (70mm) head 
~ Cast steel head housing 
~ White very hard nylon heads 
Part Number: 40014  Weight: 5 lbs (2.3 kg) Made In Switzerland


Type 3 - SuperWet®

Pave Tech makes more then just hammers. Yes that's right if you haven't looked at the website this is just one more item. I can't say this is any thing I could or would use for dry laid stone construction. But for any work with pavers this is a must have. See more of their adhesives www.pavetech.com/adhesives/adhesi.htm

Features 
~ Super Premium Adhesive 
~ This is a great adhesive for step veneering and freeze-thaw areas. 
~ Application range: 35 degrees to 110 degrees F. 
~ Cleanup with mineral spirits before dry. 
~ 50 linear feet of bead per tube.

Application 
This adhesive can be applied to wet or saturated material so it is perfect for late season application. Great for areas subjected to heavy loads like step treads and pool coping. Type III adhesive foams during curing and will fill up to 1/4 inch. Allow 24 hours curing time before traffic is allowed. 75 percent strength in 24 hours, 95 percent strength in 48 hours. Substrate should be dust and dirt free. If extremely dry, spraying with water on surfaces before application will help adhesive cure properly. 

Many thanks to the Team at Pave Tech for the support of Rockin Walls Training Center. Please be sure to come out to a workshop to "Try Before You Buy" of the Paver Mallets. 

PAVE TECH, INC.  
P.O. Box 576  
Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372   
Phone: 952-226-6400 
Toll Free: 800-728-3832  
Fax: 952-226-6406  
Email: info@paveedge.com

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If you found this to be helpful please be sure to let them know Rockin Walls  sent you! 

Friday, March 20, 2015

Swanson® Tool Company 2015 Rockin Walls Workshop Sponsor, "Try Before You Buy"


Can you see your bubble? I haven't found a level that has the highest visible site glass as the Swanson® Tool Company. I fell in love with the IBX levels back in 2011. Read my blog Tools - Swanson Level's 2 ft - 4 ft. I'm proud to have a full line up of 24", 48", 72" levels, Line levels, and tape measures. Supporting Rockin Walls Training Center " Try Before You Buy" Program. No other Dry Stone training center in the USA offers such a large assortment of tools. 



BBL SERIES
Non-magnetic
  • BBL240 - 24" Box Beam Level $38
  • BBL480 - 48" Box Beam Level $49
  • BBL720 - 72" Box Beam Level $60

  • Swanson's flagship 'built-like-a-tank' monster- The Box Beam Level! A super-heavy-duty aluminum frame houses industrial length acrylic block vials and is finished with Super Shock® end caps made from a proprietary polymer/rubber blend. The deep V-groove channels allow the user to work with both round stock and squared corners, while the available magnetic version has been loaded with incredibly strong rare earth magnets, using IMS technology™ (click here). Superior-precision, multi-ring vials indicate drainage pitch for plumbers and landscapers and are accurate to .00050" (click here).

IBX SERIES
Non-magnetic
  • IBX240 - 24" I-Box™ Level $26
  • IBX480 - 48" I-Box™ Level $38
This level is reserved for the 'Big Dog' on the job site! A heavy-duty aluminum frame houses industrial length acrylic block vials and is finished with Super Shock® end caps made from a special polymer & rubber blend. These levels feature the exclusive Swanson Diamond™ bumpers, to protect surfaces from marring. Multi-ring vials will help plumbers and industrial landscapers with drainage pitch, and the magnetic version of these levels are the envy of metal workers everywhere. For more information on how to use multi-ring vials click here, and to learn more about Swanson's IMS™ magnetic technology, click here.



Savage® GripLine™ tape measure features a patent-pending, rotating, magnetic tip that easily hooks and holds wood, plastic, metal and small pipes


Swanson® Tool today unveiled a new tape measure under its premium Savage® brand, that features a patent pending rotating tip that is specifically designed to hold rounded edges up to 2-inches in diameter, such as metal conduit, rebar, threaded rod, PVC and black iron pipe. With the ability to catch, hold and measure multiple types of materials, the new GripLine™ tape is ideal for plumbing, electrical, builder and carpenters, framing pros and DIY enthusiasts. 

A slotted groove in the innovative, pivoting head allows the oversized 1⅜-inch tip to slide seamlessly toward an object, thereby extending the tape’s gripping range and strength. In fact, this free-moving tip makes the GripLine the industry’s only tape measure capable of extending up to 1-inch of additional surface area and holding force toward any edge or endpoint. 

With the 360-degree hooking capability, this new tip design gives contractors’ maximum control when drawing the tape against an object, making the tape feel more like an extension of their arm than a hand tool.

 “This multifunction, magnetic and pivoting tip is what makes the GripLine tapes a truly innovative solution for builders, contractors, plumbers, electricians, carpenters and DIYers,” says Loren Doppelt, Director of Product Development and Marketing for Swanson Tool Company Inc., a pioneer in layout, leveling and measuring tools since 1925.

“Combined with an 8½-foot standout and pivoting magnetized tip design, the GripLine tape saves time spent securing conventional measures by allowing the user to grip multiple types of surfaces – such as metal conduit, rebar, threaded rod, PVC pipe – from a significant distance.” 



MULTIFUNCTION, 360-DEGREE ROTATING TIP
The double-sided, high-visibility blade and pivoting tip allows contractors to catch surfaces not only from above and below the tape, but also from the side—invaluable when measuring off a wall corner while keeping the tape horizontal, so it doesn't collapse. The GripLine tip also features two magnets, allowing it to easily connect with any metal object, such as ceiling grids, studs, beams or HVAC ductwork. 
“This tape measure works so well with challenging rounded stock, it works even better with everyday construction because it simplifies any work application’s process,” says Doppelt. 
Designed to boost contractor productivity, the Savage GripLine includes the following features: 
~ High visibility dual-sided blade. Nylon-coated for extra durability, the 1-1/16-inch wide, dual-sided blade features large 3/8-inch markings for quick readings of both elevations and flat-surface measurements. The scale is graduated in 1/16-inch increments and clearly marked every 1/8-inch. From the 1-ft. mark and up, the wide blade marks off feet, as well as inches. 
~ Quick reference symbols. Several easy-to-read markings eliminate guesswork, help boost jobsite productivity and increase accuracy. The tape features: 16-inch and 24-inch Stud-Centers to easily mark stud placement, as well as 19.2-inch-Framing-Centers or 'black truss' markings, used to position roofing rafters and/or floor joists. 
~ Lever action belt hook. Forget pinched fingers or wrestling a tape back on to a tool belt. Instead of a traditional flat clip, the GripLine uses a thumb-lever-action clip to speed access to the tape and make storage quick and easy. 
~ Generous standout. The dual-sided blade remains rigid even when extended up to 8-1/2-ft. An easy to use thumb-lock holds tape blade in place while taking measurements. 
~ Durable construction. The multifunction, magnetic and pivoting tip is steel-reinforced with five-rivets to ensure firm gripping strength as well as longevity. The high impact-resistance case has a durable, non-slip molded rubber housing for added control and durability. 
~ Guaranteed quality. Swanson Tool guarantees all Savage products through a limited lifetime warranty. 
The new Savage GripLine tapes will be available nationwide in three lengths: 16-feet, 25-feet and 30-feet. Suggested retail prices for the new tapes range from $22.99 to $29.99, depending on length.
New Savage® ProScribe™ Tape Measure Simplifies Marking and Scribing for StraightEdge or Radius-Cutting

The new ProScribe™ tape measure from Swanson® Tool features a patented innovative, retractable scribe guide and centering pin to help contractors measure and mark to cut lengths and radiuses. Marketed under the company’s professional-grade Savage® brand, the patented ProScribe integrates several valuable marking functions, including the compass-like ability to measure and scribe circles, as well as the chalk-line-accuracy to measure and mark/score straight lines.


The retractable, 1½-inch rigid scribe guide allows contractors to transfer a specific measurement by sliding the guide along the edge of a board or drywall sheet, while the reinforced tip is used to mark the workpiece. Users can also easily position a case knife or carpenter’s pencil against the tape's metal tip to cut/score or mark the desired width.

Many woodworkers already perform a similar marking function using the tape housing or an index finger as they slide the tape across a wood edge. But this technique often generates inaccurate measurements and painful slivers. The ProScribe’s smooth, fence-like face allows a user to place their index finger and thumb behind the scribe guide to hold the device flush against the edge of the work surface, so that markings are consistent and 
accurate.


EASILY MEASURE/SCRIBE LINES, RADIUSES

Also housed in the retractable scribe guide is an exclusive centering pin that—like a carpenter’s compass—allows users to precisely scribe a circle or arc or to mark the center point of a work piece.


“Many of the marking and measuring functions pros perform everyday are seamlessly integrated into the ProScribe tape, making it ideal for builders, contractors, carpenters and DIYers,” says Loren Doppelt, Director of Product Development and Marketing for Swanson Tool Company Inc., a pioneer in layout, leveling and measuring tools since 1925.

“Whether you’re taking off six inches from a sheet of plywood or scoring a circular pattern in a sheet of drywall, now there is a single contractor-grade tape that does it all.”


MAGNETIZED TIP FOR INCREASED VERSATILITY

The ProScribe’s over sized tip features two front-facing magnets, allowing it to easily connect with any metal object, such as ceiling grids, studs, beams or HVAC duct work-- giving contractors’ maximum control and saving time. From the rear, the tape’s heavy-duty metal tip also helps draw forward the scribe-guide element (when unlatched) through two magnets mounted to the innovative guide.

To ensure smooth movement and jobsite durability, the front of the scribe-guide—which faces the work surface—is reinforced with a metal straight edge.

EASY TO READ, DUAL-SIDED BLADE

Nylon-coated for extra durability, the double-sided blade features large, 3/8-inch markings for quick readings of both elevations and flat-surfaces—invaluable when measuring and marking a distance from an edge. The high visibility scale is graduated in 1/16-inch increments and clearly marked every 1/8-inch. From the 1-foot mark and up, the wide blade marks off feet, as well as inches.


Designed to boost contractor productivity, the Savage ProScribe includes the following features:

Retractable scribe-guide. Easily deployed with a separate latch, the 1½-inch rigid scribe-guide easily slides across any edge to transfer markings for parallel lengths.

Exclusive centering pin. Housed on the end of the scribe-guide, a centering pin cleverly allows users to precisely scribe a radius or arc or to mark the center point of a work piece

High-visibility, dual-sided blade. The 1-inch wide, dual-sided blade features large 3/8-inch markings for quick and accurate readings.

Quick reference symbols. Several easy-to-read markings eliminate guesswork, help boost job site productivity and increase accuracy. The tape features: 16-inch and 24-inch Stud-Centers to mark stud placement more easily, as well as 19.2-inch-Framing-Centers or “black truss” markings, used to position roofing rafters and/or floor joists.

Lever action belt hook. Forget pinched fingers or wrestling a tape back on to a tool belt. Instead of a traditional flat clip, the ProScribe uses a thumb-lever-action clip to speed access to the tape and make storage quick and easy.

Generous standout. The dual-sided blade remains rigid even when extended up to 8-feet. An easy-to-use thumb-lock holds tape blade in place while taking measurements.

Durable construction. The magnetic tip is steel-reinforced with three-rivets to ensure firm gripping strength as well as longevity. The high-impact-resistant case has a durable, non slip, molded-rubber housing for added control and durability.

Guaranteed quality. Swanson Tool guarantees all Savage products through a limited lifetime warranty.
The new Savage ProScribe tapes will be available nationwide in 16-foot and 25-foot lengths. Suggested retail prices for the new tapes range $20 +/ -, depending on length.



  • Many thanks to Swanson® Tool Company for the generous support to the Rockin Walls Training Center.