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DUMP TRUCK
Fully Hydraulic Brake System
The newly designed HD465-7 dump truck replaces model HD465-5. It is fitted with a Tier II compliant Komatsu engine that provides the 217,820-lb haul truck with 715 fwhp, allowing up to a 61-ton capacity payload. The HD475-7 also has a new airtight, fully hydraulic front brake system, a new two-door, walk-through cab as well as a large automatic retarder that enables the operator to select the maximum safe operating speed on downhill travel while fully loaded. Komatsu America Corp.; 847/970-4100; www. komatsuamerica.com
WALK-BEHIND LASER SCREED
Internal Laser Control Box
The S-9210 CopperHead is a 10-in.-wide x 82-in.-long x 41-in.-high walk-behind laser screed weighing 660 lb. It automatically cuts and screeds concrete to a finished grade with just a two-person crew, one for guidance and one for raking. The machine is highly maneuverable providing multidirectional screeding action. It also has an internal laser control box that allows the unit to continue screeding in column block situations. Somero Enterprises; 800/419-0790; www.somero.com
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CRANE
Aerial Work Platform Capabilities
Crane model ECL-5-135 is equipped with a large 500-lb capacity, 30x54-in. work platform that can accommodate two workers and accessories. Its fully powered telescoping boom, with no jibs or extensions, reaches its maximum working tip height of 135 ft. The unit has a narrow 16-ft outrigger spread and can be mounted on a standard tandem-axle truck chassis. Elliott Equipment Co., 402/592-4500; www.elliottequip-.com
DIAMOND BLADE
See-Through View
Power Twister diamond blade is used to cut quickly and accurately through both metal and concrete at the same time. Users can watch the cutting process from either side of the blade by looking directly at the cut or looking through the blade as it turns. Applications include steel guard rails, steel, iron, ductile iron, rail road tracks and more. First Edition Products; 877/276-7300; www.firsteditionproducts.com
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HALF-MASK
Respiratory Protection Solution
Cirrus limited use half-mask is designed for short-term construction projects. It is available in two sizes. The mask is made from thermo-plastic elastomer material and can withstand physical and chemical exposure. Draeger Safety Inc.; 800/922-5518; www.draeger.net
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METAL REMOVAL SYSTEM
Automatic Controller
Arcair-Matic N6000 provides a versatile combination of control, uniformity and productivity in automated air carbon-arc process gouging. The system features an advanced automatic controller, 1,600-amp contractor and the latest Arcair torch head, with a nozzle assembly designed to reduce air turbulence for better metal removal efficiency. Tweco Arcair; 800/231-9353; www.tweco.com
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MIDSIZE CRANE BODY
Small to Midsized Lifting Tasks
The DSC20, a new crane body rated for up to 20,000 ft-lb, provides a solution for users who require less lifting capacity but still need durability and strength in a lighter, midsize body. The crane body has the ability to employ the makers popular 2020 telescopic crane. It complements the Dominator series used for larger equipment. Iowa Mold Tooling Co. Inc. (IMT); 515/557-2062; www imt.com
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COUPLER SYSTEM
Universal Unit
Hardrock coupler withstands rugged abuse from tough jobs and is the only pin grabber that is hammer guaranteed, the maker says. It helps speed up workflow by allowing the user to change attachments in seconds from within the cab. It also works with attachments for every brand of excavator within its weight class. Kenco Corp.; 724/238-3387; www.kencoattachments.com.
