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title: Bartell Global Content Hub | Brian Fortner
description: Brian has over 20 years experience in the Diamond Blade and Construction Equipment industry. He is Bartell Global's National Sales Manager for the USA.
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## Brian Fortner
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/pro-commercial-trowel-series-comparison)
### [Professional & Commercial Power Trowel Series Comparison](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/pro-commercial-trowel-series-comparison)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) March 2, 2025
There was a time when buying a power trowel was a yes or no question. Manufacturers offered one..
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/an-introduction-to-screed)
### [An Introduction to Screed](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/an-introduction-to-screed)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) August 2, 2021
With many years of experience in manufacturing and using screed, we want to challenge..
 [Screed](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/screed), [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/compacting-a-base-for-pavers)
### [Compacting a Base for Pavers](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/compacting-a-base-for-pavers)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) July 7, 2021
The concept of a base paver is fairly basic; the plate vibrates below the machine causing smaller..
 [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/buying-a-power-trowel-2-questions-to-ask)
### [Buying a Power Trowel: 2 Questions to Ask](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/buying-a-power-trowel-2-questions-to-ask)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) May 12, 2021
There is nothing worse than buying a piece of equipment to quickly realize that you should have..
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete), [Concrete Placement](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/concrete-placement), [Power Trowels](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/power-trowels), [Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/concrete), [General Construction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/general-construction)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/4-power-buggy-features-you-dont-want-to-pass-up)
### [4 Power Buggy Features You Don’t Want to Pass Up](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/4-power-buggy-features-you-dont-want-to-pass-up)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) September 25, 2017
Power Buggies have been around for many years now, and regardless of the make or brand, they all do..
 [Site Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/site-prep), [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete), [Power Buggies](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/power-buggies)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/3-construction-items-to-increase-landscaping-productivity)
### [3 Construction Items To Increase Landscaping Productivity](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/3-construction-items-to-increase-landscaping-productivity)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) September 5, 2017
Landscaping is an industry that is continue to grow around the world. With new products and designs..
 [Business Growth](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/business-growth), [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction), [Diamond Blades](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/diamond-blades), [Power Buggies](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/power-buggies), [Landscaping](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/landscaping)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-to-use-a-walk-behind-power-trowel-for-beginners)
### [How to Use a Walk Behind Power Trowel - For Beginners \[With Video\]](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-to-use-a-walk-behind-power-trowel-for-beginners)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) August 4, 2017
Walk Behind Power Trowel are a very common piece of equipment used for finishing concrete slabs...
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete), [Power Trowels](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/power-trowels), [Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/concrete), [Video](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/video)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/track-buggies-vs-wheeled-buggies)
### [Track Buggies Vs. Wheeled Buggies](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/track-buggies-vs-wheeled-buggies)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) July 13, 2017
When looking to move material around your jobsites, powered buggies are extremely helpful. These..
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete), [Concrete Placement](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/concrete-placement), [Power Buggies](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/power-buggies)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/4-questions-to-ask-when-purchasing-diamon-blades)
### [4 Questions to Ask When Purchasing Diamond Blades](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/4-questions-to-ask-when-purchasing-diamon-blades)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) June 23, 2017
When it comes time to buy diamond blades there are a few things you should take in to account..
 [Diamond Blades](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/diamond-blades), [Site Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/site-prep), [Saws](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/saws), [Cutting Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/cutting-concrete)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/2-ways-the-br1570-reversible-compactor-can-increase-your-profits)
### [2 Ways The BR1570 Reversible Compactor Can Increase Your Profits](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/2-ways-the-br1570-reversible-compactor-can-increase-your-profits)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) June 16, 2017
[The BR1570](https://bartell.bartellglobal.com/products/plate-compactors/br1570-br2750-br3570/) is the smallest reversible compactor in our line-up. The small size makes it one of the..
 [Business Growth](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/business-growth), [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction), [Site Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/site-prep)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/two-common-compaction-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them)
### [Two Common Compaction Mistakes, and How to Avoid Them](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/two-common-compaction-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) May 23, 2017
Using a compactor may seem like a simple task, but the professionals who use them consistently will..
 [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction), [Site Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/site-prep)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/calculating-transformer-and-generator-sizing)
### [Calculating Transformer & Generator Sizing](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/calculating-transformer-and-generator-sizing)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) May 5, 2017
You may have noticed that there are quite a few different voltage levels in different countries-..
 [Electrical](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/electrical)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/grinder-rentals-checklist-what-you-need-to-get)
### [Grinder Rentals Checklist- What You Need To Get](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/grinder-rentals-checklist-what-you-need-to-get)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) February 9, 2017
If you are going to rent a concrete grinder, there are some key things that you need to remember..
 [Grinding](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/grinding), [Polished Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/polished-concrete), [Surface Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/surface-prep), [Small Grinders](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/small-grinders)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/agm-vs-flooded-lead-acid-batteries)
### [AGM vs. Flooded Lead Acid Batteries](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/agm-vs-flooded-lead-acid-batteries)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) February 7, 2017
Batteries are one of those topics that seem pretty straight forward at first glance, but are..
 [Ride-On Floor Scrapers](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/ride-on-floor-scrapers), [Surface Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/surface-prep), [Batteries](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/batteries)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/understanding-diamond-blade-applications)
### [Understanding Diamond Blade Applications](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/understanding-diamond-blade-applications)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) January 10, 2017
Diamond blades are a very common tool that you may already be using everyday. Whether you are in a..
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/what-kind-of-concrete-buggy-is-best-for-your-business)
### [What Kind of Concrete Buggy is Best For Your Business?](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/what-kind-of-concrete-buggy-is-best-for-your-business)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) December 14, 2016
Concrete Buggies are an asset to any company that is doing a lot of transportation of concrete or..
 [Site Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/site-prep), [Power Buggies](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/power-buggies)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/4-reasons-you-need-a-concrete-buggy)
### [4 Reasons You Need a Concrete Buggy](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/4-reasons-you-need-a-concrete-buggy)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) November 29, 2016
Concrete Buggies are one of the most valuable pieces of equipment on a job site. They are used to..
 [Business Growth](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/business-growth), [Site Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/site-prep), [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete), [Power Buggies](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/power-buggies)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/know-when-to-take-advantage-of-the-benefits-of-scarifying)
### [Know When to Take Advantage of the Benefits of Scarifying](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/know-when-to-take-advantage-of-the-benefits-of-scarifying)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) November 25, 2016
Scarifying is a form of surface preparation with many benefits. Scarifiers are a faster, more..
 [Surface Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/surface-prep), [Scarifying](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/scarifying)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-diamond-blade)
### [How To Get The Most Out Of Your Diamond Blade](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-diamond-blade)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) November 8, 2016
When buying Diamond Blades, it is crucial to understand how long each type will last. You can waste..
 [Diamond Blades](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/diamond-blades), [Tooling](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/tooling), [Saws](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/saws)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/guide-to-cutting-relief-joints-in-concrete)
### [Guide to Cutting Relief Joints in Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/guide-to-cutting-relief-joints-in-concrete)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) November 2, 2016
When placing a new slab, making relief cuts in the concrete is crucial to make sure that you don’t..
 [Saws](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/saws), [Cutting Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/cutting-concrete)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-to-polish-concrete-ishine-floor-system)
### [How to Polish Concrete: iShine evolution Floor System](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-to-polish-concrete-ishine-floor-system)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) October 28, 2016
The iShine Eviolution Floor System is a multi- variation, step by step procedure that was developed..
 [Grinding](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/grinding), [Polished Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/polished-concrete), [Surface Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/surface-prep), [Tooling](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/tooling)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-to-sell-more-power-trowels)
### [How to Sell More Power Trowels](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-to-sell-more-power-trowels)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) October 26, 2016
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete), [Concrete Placement](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/concrete-placement), [Power Trowels](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/power-trowels)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/3-reasons-to-buy-a-mechanical-ride-on-trowel)
### [3 REASONS TO BUY A MECHANICAL RIDE ON TROWEL](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/3-reasons-to-buy-a-mechanical-ride-on-trowel)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) October 13, 2016
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete), [Concrete Placement](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/concrete-placement), [Power Trowels](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/power-trowels)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/quick-guide-to-bartell-globals-grinding-and-polishing-tooling)
### [Quick Guide to Bartell Global’s Grinding and Polishing Tooling](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/quick-guide-to-bartell-globals-grinding-and-polishing-tooling)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) October 7, 2016
Tooling can make or break a job. Whether you’re a Rental House, Dealer, a Contractor, or a DIY..
 [Grinding](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/grinding), [Polished Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/polished-concrete), [Surface Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/surface-prep), [Tooling](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/tooling)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/walk-behind-trowel-vs.-ride-on-trowel-which-is-right-for-you)
### [Walk Behind Trowel vs. Ride on Trowel - Which is Right for you?](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/walk-behind-trowel-vs.-ride-on-trowel-which-is-right-for-you)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) October 4, 2016
Power Trowels are one of the key pieces of equipment for many businesses in concrete finishing...
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete), [Concrete Placement](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/concrete-placement), [Power Trowels](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/power-trowels)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-a-tamping-rammer-can-benefit-your-business)
### [How a Tamping Rammer Can Benefit Your Business](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-a-tamping-rammer-can-benefit-your-business)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) August 26, 2016
Compactors. They’re a necessity on the job site for most concrete workers out there today. But can..
 [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction), [Site Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/site-prep)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/rammer-vs.-compactor-which-is-right-for-me)
### [Rammer Vs. Compactor: Which is Right For Me?](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/rammer-vs.-compactor-which-is-right-for-me)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) August 24, 2016
Compaction is one of the most important steps for many construction projects. A properly compacted..
 [Business Growth](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/business-growth), [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction), [Site Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/site-prep)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/silica-dust-is-not-just-dust-are-you-protected)
### [Silica Dust is Not Just Dust: Are you Protected?](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/silica-dust-is-not-just-dust-are-you-protected)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) August 3, 2016
We’ve recently been investing some time trying to build awareness regarding the new [Silica..](https://www.osha.gov/silica/)
 [Industry News](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/industry-news), [Surface Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/surface-prep)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/3-things-to-remember-when-buying-a-tamping-rammer)
### [3 Things to Remember When Buying a Tamping Rammer](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/3-things-to-remember-when-buying-a-tamping-rammer)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) August 1, 2016
Compared to a lot of other concrete construction equipment out there, a tamping rammer (or jumping..
 [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-to-create-a-diamond-blade-display-stand-that-sells)
### [How to Create a Diamond Blade Display Stand That Sells](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/how-to-create-a-diamond-blade-display-stand-that-sells)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) July 25, 2016
We know that selling diamond blades is hard enough as it is. (Looking for a little help? Check out..
 [Business Growth](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/business-growth), [Diamond Blades](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/diamond-blades)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/3-tips-for-selling-diamond-blades-in-an-over-saturated-market)
### [3 Tips for Selling Diamond Blades in an Over-saturated Market](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/3-tips-for-selling-diamond-blades-in-an-over-saturated-market)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) July 13, 2016
One of the best things about diamond blades is that there are [so many variations](http://www.bartellglobal.com/tooling-and-consumables/diamond-blades/), you’re guaranteed..
 [Diamond Blades](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/diamond-blades)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/a-bartell-compactor-goes-head-to-head-with-2-big-competitors-case-study)
### [A Bartell Compactor Goes Head-to-Head with 2 Big Competitors \[Case Study\]](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/a-bartell-compactor-goes-head-to-head-with-2-big-competitors-case-study)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) March 28, 2016
When comparing products, very rarely is the cheaper product the better choice. This can’t be said..
 [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction), [Site Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/site-prep)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/buying-a-plate-compactor-2-lesser-known-features-to-consider)
### [Buying a Plate Compactor: 2 Lesser-Known Features to Consider](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/buying-a-plate-compactor-2-lesser-known-features-to-consider)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) March 18, 2016
While it's important to understand that your mileage may vary when it comes to the importance of..
 [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/understanding-production-rates-in-reversible-plate-compactors)
### [Understanding Production Rates in Reversible Plate Compactors](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/understanding-production-rates-in-reversible-plate-compactors)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) March 15, 2016
 [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/cutting-green-concrete)
### [Cutting Green Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/cutting-green-concrete)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) March 9, 2016
There are a few things that are important to know before you begin cutting green concrete.
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/1-key-to-keep-in-mind-when-buying-a-forward-plate-compactor)
### [1 Key to Keep in Mind When Buying a Forward Plate Compactor](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/1-key-to-keep-in-mind-when-buying-a-forward-plate-compactor)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) March 7, 2016
There are so many features to look out for and compare when purchasing or renting a plate..
 [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction), [Site Prep](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/site-prep)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/plate-compactors-how-to-get-more-from-them)
### [Plate Compactors: How to Get More From Them](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/plate-compactors-how-to-get-more-from-them)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) March 1, 2016
Plate compactors, when compared to other construction machinery, are fairly simple machines. They..
 [Compaction](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/compaction)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/beginners-guide-troweling-part-2-finish)
### [A Beginner's Guide to Troweling - Part 2: All About the Finish](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/beginners-guide-troweling-part-2-finish)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) February 9, 2016
***\*If you haven't already read, [A Beginner's Guide to Troweling Concrete - Part 1](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/beginners-guide-troweling-concrete-part-1) we suggest checking..***
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/beginners-guide-troweling-concrete-part-1)
### [A Beginner's Guide to Troweling Concrete - Part 1](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/beginners-guide-troweling-concrete-part-1)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) February 1, 2016
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/the-basics-of-power-troweling)
### [The Basics of Power Troweling](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/the-basics-of-power-troweling)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) January 20, 2016
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/spider-plate-assemblies-the-key-to-a-fantastic-trowel)
### [Spider Plate Assemblies: The Key to a Fantastic Trowel](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/spider-plate-assemblies-the-key-to-a-fantastic-trowel)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) January 15, 2016
 [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete)
[Read More](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/benefits-of-one-man-vibratory-screed-screed-education-month)
### [Benefits of a One Man Vibratory Screed - Screed Education Month](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/benefits-of-one-man-vibratory-screed-screed-education-month)
By [**Brian Fortner**](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/author/brian-fortner) August 25, 2015
*Our vibratory screed line is one of our flagship products, backed by years of experience in both..*
 [Screed](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/screed), [Wet Concrete](https://blog.bartellglobal.com/topic/wet-concrete)
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