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We carry a variety of cut off machines from Stihl, Husqvarna, Bosch and other quality manufacturers. Whether you’ve recently purchased your saw, or are getting back to work with one you already owned, it’s important to run through a pre-use inspection and perform some necessary maintenance first. Here’s an overview of what to do before … Continue reading What To Do Before Starting Work With Your Cut Off Machine

Construction sites can be dangerous places when the proper safety procedures aren’t followed and proper safety equipment isn’t used. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the last line of defense to protect you from a workplace injury and should be worn whether you’re a professional on the job, or a weekend warrior taking on a home … Continue reading Where Protection is Provided By PPEs

Once you’ve poured a new concrete surface, you can begin the finishing process, which starts with skimming, or screeding. This is done using a tool called a screed. Based on your specific job, screeds can be extremely basic, like a simple wooden 2×4, or more advanced with motors, levels and other accessories. Effectively screeding your … Continue reading 4 Common Varieties of Screeds for Your Concrete Project

Many contractors will recommend concrete for your driveway because it’s regarded as a more durable material than asphalt. However, those with experience working with asphalt argue that it can be just as durable when installed correctly, and is much cheaper. This makes asphalt a better choice in some situations, particularly when there’s a large area … Continue reading 3 Common Issues with Asphalt Driveways

Cutting asphalt differs in a few key ways from cutting concrete. You’ll first need to start with the proper equipment. Because asphalt is softer than surfaces like concrete, or granite, soft bonded blades won’t be effective and typically don’t result in clean cuts. Instead, the best tool for asphalt cutting is a diamond blade with … Continue reading Using a Diamond Blade to Cut Asphalt

On a typical construction site, work grinds to a halt if there’s no generator available. Having a generator, or in most cases multiple generators, is no longer a luxury, but rather a necessity. At Maxwell Supply in Tulsa, we carry Generac generators to supply power to your construction site, campsite, tailgate, or anywhere else you … Continue reading 3 Questions To Ask Before Buying A New Generator

The traditional gray color of concrete slabs causes many to consider more colorful, eye-catching alternatives. Those that do miss the opportunity to get the strength and durability of concrete, with attractive colors created by integral color or color hardeners. These additives create allow for more design options within a concrete project. But, is one more … Continue reading Concrete Coloring Options: Integral Color and Color Hardening

To make pouring multiple slabs of concrete more efficient, screed key joints can be used. These relatively simple tools not only allow for multiple slabs or strips of concrete to be poured at once, but they also minimize the risk of cracking within your slabs. If using a screed key joint on your concrete project … Continue reading Proper Steps For Using Screed Key Joints In Concrete Slabs

There are a variety of methods and products available for erosion control. In order to effectively implement these, your environment, objectives, potential for erosion and more need to be assessed. Choosing the correct erosion control method relies on these steps. Site assessment The location of a specific site, and the current condition of erosion, along … Continue reading 4 Steps For Selecting The Right Erosion Control Method

The two most often used sealants on the market are polyurethane sealants, and silicone sealants. Each falls into the category of an elastomeric material and are used to fill gaps and keep water and air out. They also both allow for expansion and contraction, and can allow for up to 50 percent movement. Despite their … Continue reading Comparing Silicone Sealants With Polyurethane Sealants