Abstract: A new and improved ceiling surface and texture removal tool is provided. More particularly, the present invention relates to a device which enables a renovation professional to apply an even, continuous application of liquid to a ceiling texture or surface to facilitate rapid safe removal of said ceiling surface texture materials. The operator is provided with an adjustable scraping tool, having a replaceable scraping blade, and with handle extension attachments for conveniently reaching overhead surfaces. The resultant debris from the removal of ceiling surface or texture is immediately carried away by use of an integrally attached vacuum system, and delivered to a collection hopper for containment and subsequent disposal. The present device provides for a time saving, labor saving, ergonomic and efficient means by which to remove ceiling surfaces and textures while preventing formation of aerosols or dust particles which might otherwise be inhaled and represent a potential health hazard to the user.

Abstract: A system for assuring the proper identification of the hot face portion of a kiln liner or brick wherein the brick is supported and moved along a horizontal path in a specific physical orientation. A first sensing device serves to ascertain the orientation of the brick which, if correct, permits the brick to pass to a station at which point the brick receives an identifying paint mark or other identifying mark or label on its hot face portion. The marked brick then passes to a second sensing device which ascertains that the hot face has been properly identified.