After the parts have arrived, the technician will then complete the repair process. It is very important to note that only an approved Stonekor authorized technician is authorized to make the necessary repairs. If maintenance work is done by anyone other than the approved technician, the warranty shall be voided. After the repairs have been completed, the defective parts will be gathered up and you should ship them back to Stonekor. The RGA will inform you as to which carrier, either UPS or Fed Ex Ground, you should use.It is then that you will need to include the RGA number form you were assigned earlier. You will be responsible for any charges if you choose to use an upgraded or expedited shipping carrier as these charges are not covered under the warranty. The defective items must be returned to Stonekor in Adairsville, Georgia within 30 days of repairs in order for you to receive full credit. It is imperative that you include the RGA form with your returned and defective merchandise. As you can see, even though we at Stonekor only carry the best products in the floor finishing business, Stonekor recognizes the fact that things can and sometimes will go wrong. If this should occur, Stonekor will stand behind their products and their customers.
Full details of the warranty are available on the website. If you still have any questions or concerns about the warranty information, you should feel free to contact 800.633.0519 or send an e-mail to Stonekor at customerservice@stonekor.com.
Stonekor’s Limited Warranty: Pt I
For the past twenty-five years, Stonekor has been dedicated to building the best grinders, burnishers, and polishers available on the market. We are proud to offer the most innovative and durable products in the floor finishing business. Although our machines are made to such high standards, we back up our products with a limited two year warranty. The engines we use, the Robin and the Kawasaki, both carry a two year warranty. The hydraulic motors in our products feature a one year warranty. Stonekor’s products are guaranteed to be free from defects in materials or workmanship during normal use and service. This shows you the confidence we have in our equipment.
In the unlikely event that something does go wrong with your product, Stonekor will stand by you and work to correct the problem. The first thing you should do is contact the Stonekor warranty department to file a claim. You will need to provide them with such information as the engine serial number, the machine serial number, and the proof of purchase. Once the claim has been received, you will be directed to the proper service organization based on your location and the problem you are having. The service organization will arrange an on site visit or specify where you should take your product. A service technician will perform the necessary diagnostics and then contact Stonekor to acquire the necessary replacement parts. An RGA number will be faxed to you. This number is needed for you to return the defective parts for full credit. The needed parts will be sent to you or the service technician.
Advantages of Concrete Floors: Part II
A concrete floor is extremely durable. It will not tear, stain, or suffer flood damage. It will not show signs of wear as other flooring options will do. While the initial cost of the installation of a concrete floor is higher than a traditional one, the floor will never need to be replaced. This translates into lower maintenance costs. A concrete floor will generally only need to be resealed every two years. Proper day to day cleaning consists of sweeping and then mopping with either vinegar or a gentle floor cleaner. Stonekor has a complete line of all the products you will need to keep your concrete in perfect condition. Another advantage is that a concrete floor will not squeak as the boards in a wooden floor will sometimes do. Even though the sound of something falling on the floor will be higher than on a carpeted one, concrete provides better sound insulation between floors than most other materials.
Other advantages include the fact that a concrete floor will stay cooler in the summer time than a traditional floor. This helps in keeping energy costs down. The design options for a concrete floor are literally endless. Concrete can be colored so that intricate patterns may be formed. This allows a person to really personalize their floor. Additional floor coverings are not necessary with a concrete floor because of the fact that the slab IS your cover. All the money you save here is just more money in your pocket.
Advantages of Concrete Floors: Part I
With each passing year, the use of concrete flooring is steadily growing. More and more people are turning to this product because of its many benefits. As a direct result, the increase in the number of floors installed means an increase in the products and skills needed to maintain them. Stonekor has always been a leader in the floor maintenance business and their high quality grinding, buffing, and polishing machines are the best in the business.
A concrete floor is very beneficial to our environment. No trees are cut down in the creation of concrete. This helps to save our forests for future generations. Another key factor is that concrete is recyclable. Old concrete can easily be used to make new concrete and this helps keep the amount of old, busted up concrete in our landfills down. Concrete can also be made by using other waste materials such as recycled plastics, slag cement, and even crushed glass. As a result, less energy is used for the production of concrete than for other flooring options. The primary raw material used in the creation of concrete is limestone, which is very abundant.
There are also health related benefits to a concrete floor. Concrete does not contain harmful volatile organic compounds as some carpets do. Nothing can “hide” on a concrete floor. Dust mites are eliminated. The durable surface of the floor does not hold dirt, germs, pollen, or animal dander. This helps to greatly improve the air quality of any given room.
Cement Flooring: Low-Cost and Easy Maintenance
Eagle by Stonekor has been working with various types of flooring for several decades. We have concluded that there are countless reasons why cement flooring is a very practical choice for many factories, businesses, and residences. It is inexpensive, extremely durable, and attractive-looking. But how do you maintain the shiny, smooth surface of cement floors and keep them looking new after buffing? Is the maintenance difficult? Is it costly? Eagle by Stonekor is happy to answer these questions for you and feel sure that we can dispel any qualms you may still have about investing in new polished cement flooring or propane-powered grinding and polishing equipment to bring your old cement flooring new beauty.
How do you maintain polished concrete flooring? After your new cement floor has finished drying, it will need to undergo a process of grinding and polishing using Eagle by Stonekor janitorial equipment to ensure a beautiful finished product. Luckily, after polished concrete flooring undergoes this initial process, it is very easy to care for unlike many other types of flooring employing waxes or sealers. However, Eagle by Stonekor would like to stress that what little maintenance is necessary is, indeed, very important, particularly in the case of high traffic areas and areas that become highly soiled. Eagle by Stonekor recommends sweeping up loose dirt daily, if possible, but at least twice a week because dirt or small particles being ground between the floor and the feet of those walking can abrade and scuff the polished surface. Mopping with an everyday mild detergent diluted in water or a gentle floor cleaner a couple of times a week will help dissolve stubborn dirt and smudges to keep your cement flooring shiny and new. It is important for the liquid to stay on the cement floor long enough for stubborn patches of dirt to soften. On the other hand, the water and cleaning products should be wiped off of the polished cement flooring with a clean cloth before it dries because it could leave a residue and dull the shine of the floor. Eagle by Stonekor recommends avoiding the use of strong chemicals such as bleach or ammonia since it could eat through the polish and dull your floor and also scrubbing pads, which could scratch the surface. Polished concrete flooring also benefits from a weekly buffing with an Eagle by Stonekor propane-powered buffer such as the Rejuvenator 3000. This will keep the surface of the flooring from ever becoming too scuffed and scratched.
Is the maintenance for cement flooring difficult? Is it costly? Eagle by Stonekor knows that the above maintenance is very regular, but it is not difficult, dangerous, or expensive, and we know that owners of beautiful new cement flooring will be pleased with their investment for many years to come.
Stonekor’s Brief History Of Concrete (Part 3: Into the Modern World, 1900 – 1950)
Stonekor’s Brief History Of Concrete (Part 3: Into the Modern World, 1900 – 1950)
Welcome to the next installment a series of historical articles brought to you by Stonekor, producer of the industry’s best concrete grinders, polishers, and dyes. The story of concrete is a fascinating tale of human ingenuity and technological innovation, spanning back millennia. In previous pieces, Stonekor outlined the history of concrete as a building material used since antiquity. Though the recipe has evolved considerably during the Industrial Revolution, the modern era has lead to some of the most useful and recognizable innovations in concrete.
Concrete In The Modern World (1900 – 1950)
Concrete has undergone a rapid succession of enhancements and improvements since the Industrial Revolution. In 1903, the city of Cincinnati, Ohio, erected the first high rise building out of concrete. Stonekor reports that it was called the Ingalls Building, and it stood 16 stories high. Perhaps not impressive by today’s standards, it was a fantastic engineering achievement of its day. The American inventor and businessman Thomas Edison, in 1908, brought the first concrete homes to the market in Union, New Jersey. Stonekor notes that Edison’s concrete homes are still standing to this day, over a century later. Ready mix, “just add water” concrete was developed in 1913, and first used in Baltimore, Maryland. Just two years later, L.M. Scofield was the first concrete producer to create colors for concrete. Stonekor explains that Scofield’s dyes included chemical stains, color hardeners, and sealers. Stonekor’s line of StoneOlogy dyes can be traced directly back to this innovation in 1915. Air entraining agents, which make cement resistant to frost and thaw, were introduced in 1930. These remarkable advancements made the Hoover Dam possible in 1936, a stupendous engineering marvel to this day. By adding latex to portland cement, an innovator named John Crossfield created a product called concrete overlay, a strong flexible form of concrete used for covering the decks of ships.
The first half of the 20th century was a very exciting time for concrete building materials, but there were still more refinements to come. Tune in next time when Stonekor brings the history of concrete up to the present day.
Pride 2100
People just love a buy one get one deal. Eagle by Stonekor, located in Adairsville, GA., has a machine that fits that idea perfectly. We are pleased to offer the Pride 2100. The Pride 2100 is two machines in one. With the simple changing of a belt, this combo goes from stripper to buffer and back again. The Kawasaki 603cc engine provides an engine speed of 3400 rpm. This transfers into a buffing speed of 2100 rpm and a stripping speed of 500 to 700 rpm. This much power allows the Pride 2100 the capability of covering 25,000 square feet per hour. Fueled by propane, this machine averages a run time of between 5 to 6 hours per cylinder. This could conceivably allow a person to finish from 125,000 to 150,000 square feet of floor on one tank of propane. Once someone combines that with the fact that the 
This 200 pound machine meets all OSHA and EPA standards for emissions and comes complete with a two year warranty. It also has several standard features such as a strip brush, belt tensioner tool and a splash guard. Other features include an adjustable handle, UL and DOT approved steel fuel cylinder and a 360 degree floating pad driver. All of this is available for just one price. The Pride 2100 proves beyond a doubt that buy one get one equals win-win.
Rejuvenator 3000
Located in Adairsville, Georgia, Eagle by Stonekor has always been a leader in the field of floor finishing. We are proud to present our latest addition to the Stonekor family, the Rejuvenator 3000. A crucial point in the success of any polishing task is to limit the number of steps it takes to accomplish your goal. The Rejuvenator 3000 by Stonekor was specifically designed to do just that. With the power of a Kawasaki FS 603cc engine, this machine reduces the time necessary to maintain a polished floor. Most people say that time is money, therefore, less time will equal more money. The Rejuvenator 3000 meets all OSHA and EPA standards and is simple enough to operate so that, with just a few hours of training, anyone can restore a floor.
The FS 603cc Kawasaki produces an engine speed of 2900 rpm. This allows the 3000 to cover from 11,000 to 15,000 square feet per hour so that even large areas will require less time to finish. It’s three 12” pads are armed with hy-brid and resin diamonds. The pads themselves counter rotate at a speed 500 to 800 rpm. This is very effective to both hone and polish a floor to a high gloss shine.
The Rejuvenator 3000 also has a center feed water system that is supplied by a ten gallon tank which is controlled at the operator position. It is also equipped with heavy duty wheels and an enclosed belt and pulley system. 
Stonekor’s Brief History of Concrete (Part 2: The Industrial Revolution)
Many readers ask Eagle by Stonekor, “Just how long has concrete been around?” Eagle by Stonekor replies that concrete has existed for a lot longer than most people think. In Part 1, Eagle by Stonekor covered the history of concrete from antiquity up through the Middle Ages. In Part 2, Eagle by Stonekor continues the story, explaining the way concrete was repeatedly improved by the technical innovators of the Industrial Revolution.
Concrete In The Industrial World (1700 – 1900)
A British engineer named John Smeaton, in 1756, formulated the first hydraulic cement. Hydraulic cement, explains Eagle by Stonekor, is modified by adding powdered brick into the traditional, old world cement recipes. In 1824, cement was improved once more, this time by a British inventor named Joseph Aspdin. Eagle by Stonekor elaborates that Aspdin created Portland Cement, which is still the dominant cement used in today’s concrete. Aspdin pioneered artificial cement by first burning the crushed limestone and clay originally used to create cement, making it significantly stronger than previous recipes. Another major step in the history of concrete was the patenting of reinforced concrete by Joseph Monier in 1867. Reinforced concrete is strengthened with metal embedded while the concrete is still wet. Reinforced concrete was able to handle heavier loads than ever before, and was used in suspension bridges, arches, and railway ties. The first bridge made of reinforced concrete was the Alvord Lake Bridge, in San Francisco, California, and is still in operation today.
These impressive innovations in concrete all took place before 1900. There are still many modern changes to come, including dyes, fiber reinforcement, and the concrete countertops which have become so popular in our time. Come back for our next installment of Eagle by Stonekor’s Brief History of Concrete.
Stonekor’s Powerful Road Runner
Eagle by Stonekor has a long history in the world of concrete. For decades, Eagle by Stonekor has been a trusted source for quality floor burnishing and polishing equipment. If you have concrete floors, or are considering installing concrete flooring, in either your home or place of business, Eagle by Stonekor is your last stop for the best equipment. Eagle by Stonekor’s latest featured unit is the Eagle by Stonekor Road Runner, a stripping machine for removing waxes and polishes from concrete floors. A concrete stripping machine like the Eagle by Stonekor Road Runner is essential before retreating a concrete floor. The Eagle by Stonekor Road Runner is also useful for removing old layers of wax and polish to remove scuffs and stains trapped in the concrete floor coating. The Road Runner can help revitalize worn concrete floors by thoroughly stripping away the stone’s coating and priming it for a fresh layer.
Eagle by Stonekor's Road Runner Concrete Stripping Machine