We know that Marshalltown’s placers are an indispensable tool in the arsenal of construction professionals. Largely because these placers offer top of the line precision and efficiency in concrete placement, crafted with high attention to detail and utilize high-quality materials; Marshalltown’s placers excel in spreading and smoothing concrete and other construction materials with ease. Featuring ergonomic designs and sturdy construction and are engineered to withstand the rigors of daily use on busy job sites, ensuring reliable performance and longevity. It’s the thoughtfully crafted handles and lightweight construction that cause less fatigue during extended use, allowing workers to maintain peak performance throughout the day.
Marshalltown’s placers cater to a variety of applications and preferences within the concrete industry. This is due to the variety of sizes regarding the handle length and the blade width that the placers come in. The placers also provide the perfect balance of control and maneuverability. This offers builders and many tradespeople the best tool they need to achieve impeccable results for every project. Here at Form & Build, we are proud carriers of the 48″ Aluminum Round Handled Concrete Placer, the 60″ Aluminum Octagon Concrete Placer, both available with and without hook, and the 20″ x 5″ Texas Placer without Hook with a 48″ Wood Handle.
Form & Build is stocked and ready with these great products. You can see even more Marshalltown products on our site now by clicking here and get what you’re looking for online today. If you want more information, or to learn about pricing, you can call any of our six branches to learn more about any Marshalltown product, with staff trained and ready to answer all questions you may have.
As we’ve covered previously, Tomahawk Power offers a range of power tools and equipment, including early entry saws. Early entry saws, also known as green saws or concrete saws, are used for cutting control joints in freshly poured concrete. These joints help control cracking and improve the overall strength & durability of the concrete slab. Tomahawk Power’s early entry saws are designed to provide efficient and precise cutting of concrete while in its green state. Below are some key features and benefits of Tomahawk’s early entry saws:
Precision Cutting: Tomahawk’s early entry saws are equipped with high-quality diamond blades that allow for clean and precise cuts in freshly poured concrete. This precision cutting helps create straight, uniform control joints that enhance the appearance and performance of the concrete slab.
Adjustable Blade Depth: Many Tomahawk early entry saws feature adjustable blade depth settings, allowing operators to control the depth of the cuts according to the specifications of the project. This flexibility ensures that control joints are cut to the correct depth for optimal performance.
Power and Performance: Tomahawk’s early entry saws are powered by reliable engines or motors, providing the necessary power to cut through concrete quickly and efficiently. Whether powered by gasoline engines or electric motors, even utilizing the top of the line 13 HP Honda GX390 Engine, these saws deliver consistent performance in demanding construction environments.
Ease of Use: Designed with user convenience in mind, Tomahawk’s early entry saws are engineered for ease of operation. Ergonomic handles, intuitive controls, and lightweight construction contribute to operator comfort and productivity on the job site. Durable Construction: Built to withstand the rigors of heavy-duty use, Tomahawk’s early entry saws are constructed from durable materials that ensure long-term reliability and performance. Sturdy frames and components are designed to withstand the vibrations and stresses associated with concrete cutting operations.
Overall, Tomahawk Power early entry saws are trusted tools in the construction industry, providing contractors and professionals with the precision, power, and reliability they need to effectively cut control joints in freshly poured concrete. Form & Build is proud to carry both the Tomahawk 10″ Early Entry Green Concrete Saw with 13 HP Honda GX390 Engine and the Tomahawk 6″ Early Entry Green Concrete Saw with 3.5 HP Honda GX120 Engine.
Tomahawk Power is a leading manufacturer in Power Trowels along with other construction equipment. Tomahawk Power Trowels are known for their durability, performance, and ease of use. There is a trowel to suit all sorts of concrete finishing needs, whether it’s smaller scale residential projects or large-scale commercial applications. Tomahawk Power trowels feature robust engines, sturdy construction, and ergonomic designs to ensure efficient and effective concrete finishing and give you professional-quality concrete surfaces. Form & Build stocks a variety of power trowels from Tomahawk including the 46″ Ride-On Concrete Power Trowel with 35HP Vanguard Engine, the 24″ Concrete Power Trowel Edger 5.5HP Honda Float Pan Blade Screed Finishing Tool, 30” Concrete Power Trowel with extendable Bull Float handle (up to 18’!) and two power levels of the 36″ Power Trowel, one with the Honda GX160 engine and for those looking for more power, the 9HP Honda GX270 engine with Combo Blades and Float Pan Finishing Tool.
Tomahawk’s offering includes a range of power screeds designed to streamline the process of leveling and smoothing freshly poured concrete surfaces. These power screeds are catered to the needs of both professional contractors and DIY enthusiasts, equipped with powerful engines and precision-engineered components. Tomahawk Power screeds provide efficient and effective concrete finishing results and achieve professional-quality finishes with minimal effort and maximum productivity. Form & Build is proud to carry the Tomahawk Pro Series Honda Power Screed With 1.6HP Engine.
Form & Build is stocked and ready for the season with these amazing products. You can see even more Tomahawk products on our site now by clicking here and get what you’re looking for online today. If you want more information, or to learn about pricing, you can call any of our six branches to learn more about any Tomahawk products, with staff trained and ready to answer all questions you may have.
Form & Build could not be more excited about the launch of our new product line from the fantastic team at MC Bauchemie. MC Bauchemie may sound like a new name to you, but they are not new to the industry. Started over 60 years ago, MC Bauchemie is one of the leading international producers of building chemical products and technologies. With more than 2,800 employees in over 40 countries, MC has acquired a well-renowned reputation for sophisticated and advanced solutions and technologies. Being a private company focused largely on its relations with the right companies, a partnership between MC Bauchemie and Form & Build was a no-brainer – their long-term success speaks for itself. Form & Build is now Canada’s exclusive provider of the MC Fastpack concrete injections and adhesives system. We are proud to be the first to bring this product line to not only the Ontario market but the Canadian market. Form & Build is consistently looking for innovative products to aid all our customers effectively and efficiently in their construction endeavours. Never afraid to think outside the box, and always looking to stay ahead of the curve. The MC Fastpack system fits directly into what Form & Build has been all about for nearly 50 years. Never staying stagnant and always looking for innovation. This system is the newest within our forever-growing line of products, made for modern-day needs and people.
Here’s everything you’re going to need to know about the MC Fastpack system. This system helps you implement a wide range of injection and adhesive operations simply, quickly, and reliably. There are numerous products within the system that Form & Build will be carrying. The MC-Fastpack 1264 Compact is a low-viscosity epoxy-based duromer resin, that is used for rigid filling by injection or impregnation of cracks, joints, and limited cavities in civil and structural engineering works under dry and moisture-laden conditions. It also can be used for reinforcement and waterproofing of underground infrastructure made of concrete and masonry, all simply applied by the MC-Fastpack Power-Tool in which Form & Build is also carrying. It is chemically resistant and has high penetration activity due to low surface tension. Next, the MC-Fastpack 2300 Top is a particularly low-viscosity polyurethane-based elastomer resin, that is a ductile, flexible filler and sealant of cracks, construction joints and cavities in concrete and masonry under dry, water-bearing and pressurized water-bearing conditions. Also used for waterproofing of masonry against moisture penetration and rising damp as well as waterproofing of pipe and liner connections to manhole/shaft structures of sewerage infrastructure. Applied simply with the MC-Fastpack Power-Tool. It has high elasticity, durable water impermeability, and high penetration activity due to low surface tension.
Next up there’s the MC-Fastpack 2700. The 2700 is a low-viscosity polyurethane-based duromer resin used for sealing and reinforcing of cracked and void-rich structures made of concrete, masonry and natural stone in building construction, civil engineering, hydraulic engineering and general civil engineering, as well as waterproofing of concrete and masonry, and sealing of sheet pile and diaphragm walls. Featuring high compressive and tensile strength, durable water impermeability, and variable control of reactivity. Again, simply applied by the MC-Fastpack Power-Tool. The MC-Fastpack PR Solid is a highly reactive universal adhesive used for rigid gluing of concrete and steel, for damming and coating. Is a ready-to-use 2-component polyurethane-based adhesive that can also be used for gluing mineral and metallic building materials as well as various plastics, and adhesive packers for injection work. It adheres well to mineral and metallic surfaces with rapid strength development and has comfortable hand processing from double-chamber cartridges. Also used for closing and bandaging of cracks and kerfs, the PR Solid has many functional uses. Again, applied through the MC-Fastpack Power-Tool.
With 2 more products to dive into, we now have the MC-AnchorSolid E820. The AnchorSolid E820 is a ready-to-use 2-component epoxy-based anchor adhesive that is suitable for dry and wet non-cracked concrete, and applicable with threaded rods and rebars. Used for anchoring work for static and quasi-steady loads in horizontal, vertical and overhead areas as well as anchoring for dry and permanent wet interior and exterior components, with and without especially aggressive conditions. It is thixotropic and stable for vertical and overhead application with high compressive and tensile strength. Can also be used for anchoring of threaded rods and rebars for fixings of attachments examples being consoles, railings, storage racks, awnings, scaffolding, suspended ceiling, building technology, etc. Applied by, yes, you guessed it, the MC-FastPack Power-Tool. The final new product is the MC-FastPack Injekt LE. The Injekt LE is a low-viscosity polyurethane-based expansion resin that is water-displacing and pressure resistant that dampens vibrations. Used for stopping extreme water leakages in structures and sewage structures with cavity filling up to 60 cm in diameter (without aggregate). Also used for partial reinforcement of structures and closing penetrations and anchor holes. The Injekt LE features no lasting effects on soil and groundwater according to the test principles of the DIBt and is also is applied with the MC-FastPack Power-Tool.
The MC Bauchemie Fastpack family of injection resins is amongst the most versatile and high-quality of all. With a resin for all kinds of needs, with excellent quality assured, you can’t go wrong when choosing the MC Bauchemie Fastpack System. Not only is all the technical data and safety data available on our website right here to be viewed for more information, you can also get in contact with any Form & Build sales representative to hear from them on the products, as all employees received top of the line highly detailed training on the full system and how it can be used to help any and all situations. If you don’t have a Form & Build sales representative, call the closest of the 6 branches to you and someone will be happily waiting to answer your questions and fulfill your requests.
If you haven’t heard yet, yes, Form & Build is now a proud carrier of many Tomahawk Power products, with the roll out being well underway, and products in stock at all F&B locations. For over a decade now Tomahawk has been providing reliable and high-quality outdoor power sprayers, light construction, and portable power equipment, seeing consistent growth and success. In 2019 winning San Diego’s fastest growing private company award, its no secret that Tomahawk is making a name for itself within the construction industry. They pride themselves on highly knowledgeable technical equipment support, an industry leading commercial grade product warranty, and quick fulfilment time. One of their main goals as a company has been to get rid of single serve disposable tools, and their product line is proof this.
Being located in San Diego and manufactured in the United States, the marriage with Form & Build has resulted incredibly quick delivery times which has been a breath of fresh air for the concrete/ construction industry – especially when it comes to walk behind and ride on Power Trowels. Being this close in proximity ensures not only the quick and reliable shipping times but also very fast response times to all inquiries. Form & Build is carrying a variety of Tomahawk products, highlighted by a concrete backpack vibrator, backpack concrete sprayer, concrete ride-on power trowel, walk behind power trowel, and an early entry concrete saw. Check out those products here online, and feel free to give any of our 6 branches a call to learn more about the products for yourself and to see what other Tomahawk products we carry too. Ensure a high-quality product that’s going to last by choosing Tomahawk Power.
Every so often, we get the opportunity to talk about our absolute favourite products, and today is one of those days. This product has been with us for years and we’re proud to carry it because of the incredible results and repeatedly pleased customers who use it. We’re talking about none other than the Rattle Stick EX Concrete Bull Floats. We have supplied numerous flat work companies with this amazing product because it always performs, cuts down on labour time, and if we don’t have it in stock, we have a close relationship with the supplier to get it quickly! Well, what just is the Rattle Stick?
The Rattle Stick EX Bull Float is a concrete bull-floating tool that vibrates to smooth out freshly poured concrete. Like you would use a bull float right when screeding is completed, you can use the Rattle Stick to do the same and to remove excess moisture or bleed water that rises to the surface through the vibrations caused by the tool. This is an incredibly important step in finishing concrete. The adjustable handle allows for it to be used in all sizes of jobs and the various bull float bottoms allow for increased versatility for different bends and curves needed on poured concrete. Overall creating an incredibly versatile concrete bull-floating tool with no question as to why it’s constantly growing in popularity. The Rattle Stick EX Bull Floats come compatible with DeWalt, Makita, and Milwaukee batteries, just be sure to select the specific one that you need!
On top of providing excellent products, Rattle Stick does a tremendous job of uploading informative and interesting YouTube videos on their products. See by clicking here a video uploaded FOUR years ago that holds up great on explaining the various ways that the Rattle Stick EX Bull Float can be used. The videos especially showcase the simplicity and speed in which the Rattle Stick is used on job sites, lowering the labour involved which saves money. Click their channel to see further explanations, live on-site demos, and different applications for the bull floats. Their channel has just about everything you need to find out all about Rattle Stick bull floats. As you already know now, Form & Build is a proud carrier of this product line and we would love to talk more with you about it on the phone at our number 519-453-4300 or you can go directly to our website by clicking here to check it out for yourself and see how it can be right for you!
One of the most popular environmental issues being discussed globally is the issue of limited fresh water. It is no secret that industries everywhere have been shifting their focus to more environmentally friendly efforts. Here in North America, citizens use fresh water every day for simple things like, flushing the toilet and watering plants and grass. One of the most popular ways to avoid using the limited fresh water supply on tasks where it’s not necessary is by using Storm Water; often, people don’t realize that they could be utilizing Storm Water in a variety of different applications. In recent years many municipalities have been creating laws pertaining to the control of stormwater runoff and systems needed in place to manage it. This is where our incredibly popular and often asked about product comes into play; Form & Build is the proud Ontario-wide exclusive supplier of ABT’s Permavoid, which has been the talk of many trade shows and our most popular lunch and learn topic.
So, what is Permavoid? It is described as a modular interlocking polypropylene void-former, that was originally designed as a high-strength, lightweight and open patented subbase replacement system. The system is characterized by an exceptionally high compressive strength and bending resistance. The units connected with PermaTies create a rigid horizontal structural “raft”, ideal for multifunctional subbase applications. It allows for passive stormwater irrigation to take place, using the fallen stormwater, it stores and passes the water to wherever is desired (could be placed under the grass of a golf course, under a stone pathway in a backyard, or by cities to use under greenery in the streets). This replaces the need of irrigation for the area using fresh water and manual applications. Permavoid simply stores the stormwater and if needed can move that water in a direction to irrigate a certain area, or have it come right back up vertically. Permavoid subbase systems are incredibly versatile because you can build and attach them like Lego blocks to fit any area and any need. They come in 2 sizes, those being the Permavoid 150 and Permavoid 85, with nothing differing than what size you need for your application.
On top of the environmental pros of replacing the need for freshwater for unnecessary tasks, there are other pros to Permavoid as well. It is unfortunately well known that eco-friendly efforts are typically more expensive than the not. That is not the case with Permavoid. Permavoid saves you money in a wide variety of ways making it in the end an actual cost-saving method of irrigation. Permavoid eliminates the costs associated with deep excavations, backfill materials, potential subgrade conflicts, and any/all costs associated with the manual removal of stormwater runoff compared to other subbase systems. It also means less trips to the planters for water (this uses less water overall) which means less trips for the crews involved with keeping the greens fresh and healthy (less manual labour).
Permavoid has been growing in popularity every month with many engineering, architects and municipalities getting involved (before laws will make them get involved in years to come) and Form & Build could not be happier to be Ontario’s exclusive provider. Form & Build is eager to help you learn more and would love to do a lunch and learn session to help you figure out how Permavoid can work for you in your specific situations. You can give us a call at (905) 362-1554 or visit us at formandbuild.com/lunch-and-learn to set up a lunch and learn with us and your business as soon as possible (or whatever day works best for you) and feel free to check out Permavoid on our website at formandbuild.com/product/permavoid-150 to see for yourself!
It’s not a secret, construction never stops in Ontario, through all conditions, any time of the year, construction is alive and well. Recently, there have been many large-scale and expansive projects that have broken ground or are in the beginning stage. Which gives us many cool and interesting upcoming projects to be excited about right in our own backyard. Today, we’ll be going over some of them and seeing some of the interesting details surrounding them. The first major construction project we’ll be highlighting is the Ontario Line Transit Expansion. This transit expansion project is located in Toronto and is still in the beginning stages. It’s described as a new 15-kilometre line stretching from Ontario Place to the Ontario Science Centre. The purpose behind it is to replace the proposed downtown subway line with double the length. It will run mostly underground and could include driverless trains. Scheduled for completion in 2029. This is expected to be an absolutely massive project and we are sure to hear plenty more about this in the near future.
The next major project to be discussed is the Panda Markham Condominiums. This project is a massive condominium project to take place on a 5.78-acre site at 8200 Warden Avenue in Markham. The condominium is set to include 5 residential towers with retail on the ground level, with a total of 2206 units. The idea behind this project is to combat the ever-growing population of Markham and the surrounding area because in recent years Markham’s population has vastly increased. What makes this project so interesting is that the intent of the buildings is to be very “architecturally rich” with futuristic elements creating an absolutely beautiful community. The project is currently in the design phase with no set finishing date. The final major construction project we’ll be discussing is the Union Park Development by Oxford Properties. This project is located in Toronto and will be a massive 4.3 million square foot development consisting of 4 towers. This will be the largest development in Toronto’s history. The towers will be just north of the Rogers Centre and the CN Tower. Two of the towers will be 54 and 44 storeys tall and will consist of office space, while the other two towers at 54 and 44 storeys tall will consist of 800 rental units, integrated daycare, and 200 000 square feet of retail space. The idea is to build an incredibly visually appealing development using a globally renowned architecture team to match the world-class city that Toronto is, and to stay consistent with its evolution. The area will have a ton of foot traffic with a 3-acre sized park. This breathtaking project will certainly increase the number of individuals in the area and will directly help the Toronto downtown core! All of these projects taking place in Ontario, and all come with price tags. This only means that Ontario construction is going to continue at its accelerating pace. Many upcoming projects would indicate no signs of slowing down, and that is music to all of our ears. Who knows, you may find yourselves working on these major projects in the near future, or you might be working on them right now! We’re here to be your partner in any and all projects you may end up working on – give us a call today to see what we can do for your project.
Here at Form & Build, it is easy to see that our bread and butter is concrete forming. Today we are proud to bring to you another product spotlight, with this product being in our favourite realm, concrete forming. Brought to you by our trusted supplier ABT, we are thrilled to be spotlighting the one and only TrenchFormer TFX concrete forming system. This concrete forming system provides a variety of benefits and has recently taken the concrete forming market by storm.
The TrenchFormer TFX concrete forming system is described as “the original expanded polystyrene cast-in-place concrete forming system”. It differs from traditional hand-formed cast-in-place trenches through the completely customizable forming sections, allowing designers to select the width, depth, shape, and slope for any specification and project conditions. The result is a high-precision monolithic trench that is faster and easier to install. The excellent creativity that this system brings is simply unmatched, plus the ease of installation is a nice bonus too. On top of this, the concrete former is entirely removed prior to service allowing complete inspection of the workmanship and quality of the final product. While other systems conceal concrete voids, which could lead to frame collapse amongst other failures. When you combine expert cast-in-place pouring methods with the TrenchFormer TFX, the end result is a concrete U-shaped drainage channel that’s made to last.
Wondering if there could be even more to love about the TrenchFormer TFX system? There sure is. On top of those amazing benefits, it’s also environmentally friendly! The expanded polystyrene forms are manufactured without CFC’s and can be disposed of safely and easily. It’s also recyclable plus The TrenchFormer TFX concrete trench drain forms reduce the amount of landfill materials associated with cast-in-place or liner systems. With heavy machinery only being involved during the excavation process, this system is not only creative, in-depth, and straightforward, its very green too!
Not that you needed any more reason to be impressed but the ABT TrenchFormer cast-in-place trench drain system is put in place in a fraction of the time of previous cast-in-place trench drain construction methods. This reduces install costs by minimum 33%, saving money for everyone involved. The components are specifically designed for prolonged service life too. Clearly it can be seen why this product has everyone talking. You may be asking yourself, where could I get such an incredible product? Well, Form & Build is here to help. You can call the closest of any of our 6 branches Ontario-wide for more information and make sure to check out our website here for more information as well!
It’s almost the time we all dread, the beginning of the end of summer. Those with pools have enjoyed lounging around them all summer long during this dry and hot summer. Those without a pool may have spent their summer thinking about finally getting that pool they’ve always wanted. This read is for those who are in the second boat, who are looking for inspiration to go forth with that long-time plan of wanting a pool. Hopefully you’ve spent your summer in your friend’s pool, family’s pool, or that neighbour that you don’t overly like but talk to because they have a pool’s pool. If you haven’t it’s time to start contacting pool contractors in your area for next year, but we’re here to go over some options with you in the mean time. There are plenty of options when it comes to having your own pool, and Form & Build is able to assist in many of those facets.
Our specialty has always been concrete and as such, we couldn’t recommend more for looking into having a concrete based pool, pool deck, and more! Look at these examples below for inspiration on some of the many styles you’re able to achieve for your pool with concrete!
Concrete has long been the go-to method for most pools, especially in residential areas. It’s a practical way to go about installing your pool and also gives you the beautiful sleek design that concrete allows for. Form & Build can help with all concrete needs, and that includes a wide variety of products that pertain to the concrete forming of projects such as pools.
A favourite of ours is Stegmeier, a long-time leader in the pool/pool deck industry and below you’ll be able to see why through the beautiful work they do on pools.
Form & Build is a proud carrier of Stegmeier products because they are high quality and effective. One of the core products that Stegmeier has to aid in pool development is their unique Slip N Join Lumber forms. Pictured below, these forms give you the ability to create pool decks and pathways of basically any shape, with the utmost ease. You are able to mix and match a variety of shapes and sizes to match any pool design that your heart desires. Inspiring, isn’t it?
We’re proud to be the exclusive distributor of MetalForms products. The range of projects that can be completed using MCF PolyMeta Forms is enormous, not only are they great for pools, but they also are fantastic for pool decks and pathways around pools. Pictured below are some pool and pool decks created with the use of MFC steel forms.
The steel forms used in these projects are perfect for pools and pool decks for many reasons. Using steel forms ensures that moisture will not be absorbed from the poured concrete and therefore will not warp. Another reason to go with PolyMeta Forms would be the ease of mimicking pool designs for the decks and pathways. These forms are ideal for creating shapes that work with your pool design, and easily too. Metal Forms have really shifted into the primary forms used for concrete jobs surrounding moisture (such as pool projects) in recent years because of all the amazing qualities, bonuses, and traits that these forms provide, such as those listed above. There is no wonder as to why pool projects using MFC forms have grown in popularity and no wonder as to why concrete pools will never go out of style. The masterful designs and ease of installation make concrete based pools the kings of the industry with almost no fear of losing that crown. I know you’ve been picturing your future pool in your head while reading these examples and probably have tweaked it even with these inspiring and beautiful pictures. That imaginary pool does not need to be imaginary anymore, and with the help of Form & Build, we can make that dream a reality for the next summer season. Wondering if Form & Build carries all these amazing products discussed today plus many more such as Stegmeier deck drains, etc.? Well of course we do, you can visit our website right here to view all our amazing pool related products and you can kickstart this project into motion by calling any of our branches and speaking with a F&B representative!
