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Residential and commercial construction sites are reliant on specialised machines such as a tamping rammer, vibratory plate compactor, soil rammer and other concrete tools to achieve a perfect finish. When it comes to creating a perfect foundation, precision is everything, and this is where a trench rammer is invaluable. In this blog, Tradesmart discusses the benefits of using a trench rammer on your site.   What is a Trench Rammer? Trench rammers are concrete tools designed to compact soil so that it can be used as a hard, level surface. The removal of air from soil during the compaction process...

With a variety of compaction jobs out there, it can be tricky to know which one to purchase. Generally, choosing the right compactor comes down to the medium that you’re working with. Read on to find out which one will be most suitable for the job you need done. Tradesmart - Quality, Efficiency and Simplicity Once you’ve decided which compactor is ideal for your job, choose to shop at Tradesmart. We have a wide range of products that don’t compromise on quality. Our stock includes but is not limited to concrete tools, cutting equipment, and the trailer parts NZ loves and...

Want to guarantee future business?Are you finding it hard to source good labour?A perfectly level finish to every concrete floor is essential when determining if a job was a success or not. Even to the untrained eye, the final result could make or break a future contract, reputation, or even an entire business.Weather conditions, obsolete tools, and human error all get a mention when trying to explain why a job wasn’t done right and on time. But now, these excuses are a thing of the past…   Introducing the Masterscreed MS575. Equipped with an advanced operating system that uses state-of-the-art technology,...

Trowels are an essential element in any concreting work. They're used in the final stages of concrete laying to smoothing and finishing and are imperative if you want to create a high-quality finish for your project. While it may seem like it, the different trowels available aren't really interchangeable, each has its own purpose. Today we'll be going over pool and finishing trowels to ensure the best finish is achieved on your worksite.  Why are Trowels Important? Trowelling is a task completed in the final stages of finishing and only after the surface has been floated (the previous step which tales...

Laying and working with concrete machinery is a very time sensitive matter. The last thing you want after laying down the base foundation is to find out you don’t have the right tools for the job, pushing the whole project back. Ensuring that you have a basic concrete tools supply can mean the difference between a successful and high-quality construction site and one that either doesn’t fall into code or blows its budget. These tools are usually quite basic and won’t end up becoming a large investment, but it’s still important that you own these tools as a contractor, rather than...