We look at the latest in construction products, from a quieter drill rig to a large-capacity band saw. Click on the image to begin the slide show.
Products Snapshot: Quieter Drill Rigs and Larger-Capacity Band Saws
The WALTP-2XWP400MCE Industrial LED Light Tripod is able to illuminateas much work area as a 250-watt metal halide lamp. The lamp uses a waterproof and vapor-proof LED that has an estimated service life of 50,000 hours. While the LED lamps have a 7-ft to 13-ft adjustable height, the LED tripod works off standard 120 V AC power and can be folded for transport. Larson Electronics; 800-369-6671; www.magnalight.com
Unknown
The GO6 Series of Nissan forklift trucks can lift loads of up to 17,500 lb toa height of 26 ft. Each truck in the series has a turbocharged diesel engine, a common-rail fuel-injection system, hydrostatic power steeringand a two-speed automatic transmission. A seat-actuated power-interrupt feature prevents lift and tilt functions when an operator is not aboard. Nissan Electric; 815-568-0061; www.nissanforklift.com
Unknown
SmatROC T35 and T40 Drill Rigs are now available with upgraded noise-reduction kits that reduce the sound levels of drilling operations by 12 dB (A). The new kit features two layers of noise-absorbent material as well as an aluminum chassis that offers improved resistance to drill- rod vibration. The cover has four access hatches that can be opened two at a time for inspections and to gain entry to the drill rod.Atlas Copco; 800-732-6762; www.atlascopco.us
Unknown
The Milwaukee Deep-Cut Band Saw is able to cut up to 5-in. by 5-in. of material in one pass. Powered by an 11-amp motor, the 14.5-lb band saw features a slimmer motor housing than earlier models as well as a built-in LED to illuminate the work area. Further, the band saw's all-metal drive system requires less servicing than a chain-drive system. Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; 800-729-3877; www.milwaukeeelectric.com
Unknown
