Product Snapshot: Crimp Tool and Dust Extractor
The HammerVac Universal Dust Extractor is the latest addition to the Milwaukee M12 Lithium-Ion tool line. The dust extractor is compatible with major power-tool brands of SDS rotary hammers and AC/DC hammer drills. It comes with three sizes of side hand collars to fit different tools as well as an automatic on switch to activate the dust extractor when the attached tool is engaged. The dust extractor's HEPA filter can be replaced easily.
Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; 800-729-3877; www.milwaukeetool.com
Close Quarters PEX Crimp Tools feature handle openings much smaller than standard PEX tools. This smaller size allows the tools to be used in tight spaces, such as in making connections in potable-water and radiant-heating applications. Available in 0.5-in. and 0.75-in. sizes, the crimp tools are designed for use with ASTM F1807 copper crimp-ring PEX tubing connections.
RIDGID; 800-474-3443; www.ridgid.com
The Case F512F Wheel Loader features improved fuel efficiency, faster acceleration and quicker cycle times compared to the E-Series. The Tier 4 Interim engine uses selective catalytic reduction to meet emissions standards. It has 19,596 lb of lift capacity and 16,735 lb of bucket breakout force. The wheel loader has a hinge pin of 11 ft, 10 in. The wheel loader's coupler is compatible with both JRB and ACE attachments.
Case Construction Equipment; 866-542-2736; www.casece.com
The MetalliScanner x8 is a rebar locator that can find 0.5-in.-dia rebar and copper pipe in concrete up to 8 in. deep. The scanner is able to differentiate between ferrous and non-ferrous metals and can be used on uneven or textured surfaces. The MetalliScanner x8 employs active, inductive and capacitance techniques during calibration to minimize detection mistakes.
Zircon Corp.; 800-245-9265; www.zircon.com
This week we look at a new crimp tool from RIDGID and a cordless dust-extraction system from Milwaukee Electric Tool. Click to begin the slide show.
