Surface preparation basically means removing the old to get ready for the new. Whether you are in need of tools to get a slab ready for new VCT, epoxy, carpet, or concrete polishing, we have the tools and equipment to do the job.
Substrate Technology works on a daily basis to improve the efficiency and profitability of surface preparation. All the tools we produce are designed and modified to yield the best possible productivity and cost per square foot for the contractor, so that he or she has the best chance at being profitable on every job that our equipment and tools are used.
Substrate Technology works on a daily basis to improve the efficiency and profitability of surface preparation. All the tools we produce are designed and modified to yield the best possible productivity and cost per square foot for the contractor, so that he or she has the best chance at being profitable on every job that our equipment and tools are used.
For surface prep, we offer the following tools:
Fast PCD tool for removal of coatings, mastics, or uneven concrete that leaves a rough profile – #00 Prep Tool
Metal-bond diamond tool that leaves a smoother profile for installation of floor material or a polishing process – #0 Prep Tool
Very aggressive tool that leaves a slip-resistant finish (CSP 4 or 5) – STI Bush Hammer
The Substrate Technology Inc. #00 & #0 Prep Tools Clean the Floor in Just One Pass!
Coatings, black mastic, thin-set mortar, and epoxy are thoroughly removed!
Two different prep tools for two different profiles
Aggressive, super fast PCD tool for removal of coatings, mastics, or rough concrete
One “set” of #00 tools consists of 50% right-hand & 50% left-hand tools
Use dry only
Long life span provides you with great value
Substrate Technology Inc. diamonds have a proven longer lifetime! Buying “cheap” knock-off brands just to save money definitely does not equal “savings.”
STI diamonds are only made of high quality materials
Guaranteed for long life & fast results
Faster results mean a significant reduction in time and labor
Reduced time and labor equal HUGE savings!!
Extremely easy to use
All Substrate Technology Inc. diamond systems are designed for easy step-by-step application.
ONE pass is all you need to remove coatings, mortar, or epoxy!
Use the #00 or #0 before step #1 of any Substrate Technology Inc. diamond system to get your floor properly prepared
#00 Prep Tool leaves a rough profile
#0 Prep Tool leaves a smooth profile for polishing or installation of flooring material
Creates a true mechanical prep – no need for chemicals!
Substrate Technology Inc. systems are the only diamonds on the market that can create a true mechanical prep for all flooring surfaces.
Absolutely NO need for a chemical to remove coatings before grinding!
Saves significant time and labor
Surface Prep Tools: Understanding the Difference Between the #00 & #0 Prep Tools
Don’t know which tool to use? Check out this video to help you understand what the difference is between the #00 & #0 Prep Tools.
Real-life Case Studies Showing Results from the #00 & #0 Prep Tools