This week we look at a Manitowoc crawler crane accessory for wind turbine installations and a compact cable cutter from Milwaukee Electric Tool. Click here to begin the slide show.
Product Snapshot: Crane Accessory for Wind Turbines and Compact Cable Cutter
The 440-ton Manitowoc 16000 Crawler Crane with Wind Attachment now features an optional Boom Raise System. The system allows for lifts up to heights of 351 ft, plus 25 ft if using the extended, upper-boom point. At full height, the crane has a capacity of 96.8 tons at an operating radius of 65 ft, which allows the crane to perform wind-turbine installations on towers over 330 ft. The Boom Raise System's hydraulic cylinder helps elevate the boom hoist up to an angle of 38�, at which point the boom hoist takes over. Manitowoc; 920-684-6621; www.manitowoc.com
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The Ingersoll Rand W715 1/2 High-Torque Cordless Wrench can deliver 1,100 ft-lb of torque and 780 ft-lb of reverse torque. It weighs 6.8 lb and is 9.4 in. long. The tool features a re-engineered motor, a steel-lined aluminum hammer case and reinforced housing for greater durability. The tool has a variable speed switch with an electronic brake for greater control. Powered by a 20-V lithium-ion IQV20 Series battery, the wrench comes with a charging station that sports a USB port for charging electronic devices. Ingersoll Rand; www.ingersollrandproducts.com
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The M12 600MCM Cable Cutter is able to deliver over 5,000 lb of cutting force in a profile small enough to fit into electrical panels and boxes. The cutter has a two-speed gear case, which allows for cutting larger cable and faster cutting of smaller-gauge wires. The tool can cut 600-MCM copper wire, 750-MCM aluminum wire and 13/16 communications cable. It can make 150 cuts of 600-MCM copper on a single charge. Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; 800-729-3877; www.milwaukeetool.com
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The PG 400-220V Floor Grinder can be used to grind down concrete, mastic, glue overlayments and epoxies during surface preparation. Powered by a 4-hp, one-phase motor, the grinder features a built-in dust guard and vacuum port to reduce dust levels. The grinder's handle bars can be folded for storage. It is compatible with a large range of Husqvarna diamond grinding attachments for different applications. Husqvarna; 800-487-5951; www.husqvarna.com
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