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Power Up

Power Up

To choose the correct surface preparation equipment contractors must consider many things including; room dimensions, power source availability and overall project scope. It is important for rental companies and contractors to ask about the power source available in the space they plan to work in, so correct machine and dust collector choices can be made.Single and Three PhaseSingle Phase 11…
Keep the dust settled

Keep the dust settled

Silicon dioxide or silica is a chemical compound found in materials that are used regularly in the construction industry, including sandstone, granite, brick and concrete. In the workplace, these materials create dust when they are cut, sanded and carved. When fine enough, this dust can be inhaled, causing health problems, such as silicosis or bronchitis.The quantity of silica contained in mo…
Rent or  Buy?

Rent or Buy?

When choosing whether to buy or rent surface preparation equipment, what are the factors that business leaders need to consider?Assess your long-term needs The project timescale can help construction managers decide whether they want to rent or buy their machine. You should buy the machine if you expect to use it for at least 60 to 70 per cent of the time it takes to complete the project, othe…
How can the ION4K help you?

How can the ION4K help you?

The ION4K is designed to create a safer environment for contractors and workers on the jobsite.  The ION4K is a compact machine that electronically charges the air in the room, bringing dust particles and other contaminants down to the ground quickly and efficiently.The machine can be used during demolition and renovation projects, particularly on job sites that require fast and extensive cl…
Surface Prep Troubleshooting

Surface Prep Troubleshooting

Proper surface preparation is vital for flooring projects to be successful. Often, contractors don’t recognize this and rush the prep by just sweeping the surface before laying the new coating. Because contractors know that the new surface is all the customer will see once work is complete, they tend to think this is the only thing that matters. They couldn’t be more wrong.  Surface…
New Innovation at National

New Innovation at National

In January 2020 we proudly launched our new series of shot blasters.  The Apex series of machines represented an addition to the products that we manufacture in-house, and we are please to pass this innovation and quality along to our customers.  Manufacturing in-house wasn’t new to us. We have proudly manufactured our walk-behind and ride-on scrapers for years, adding to their fun…