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Horizontal drills: Adapts to Changes in the Soil The D16x20 Series II Navigator horizontal directional drill (bottom-right) is designed for utilities installation applications. Its 63-hp diesel engine provides 16,000 lb of thrust/pullback force and 2,000 ft lb of torque. The D20x22 Series II Navigator (top-right) is powered by a 83 hp turbocharged diesel engine, providing 22,000 lb of thrust/pullback force and 2,200 ft lb of torque. The AutoDrill feature in both models constantly monitors the soil conditions and adjusts bore or pullback speed as needed. Vermeer; 888-837-6337; www.vermeer.com Compact UHF Radio: Increased Range The TRL-35 UHF radio employs digital signal

Commercial polycarbonate windows from Extech undergo lab testing with 2x4s. WINDOWS & DOORS Storm-Proof Products Respond to Tougher Codes By Tom Nicholson In the two years since Hurricane Katrina walloped the Gulf Coast, a surge of new impact-resistant product lines from door and window manufacturers has been taking commercial and residential building markets by storm. Manufacturers say demand for storm-proof windows has ratcheted up in coastal areas from Texas to New England, with 18 states now implementing tougher building codes in the past two years. “Building inspectors are looking at things much more carefully in coastal areas in the Northeast,”

Telescoping Crane: Electrically-Powered The 5005i telescoping electric crane is the most powerful model in a line of cranes intended for lighter lifting situations, including utility work and railroad applications. It has a lifting capacity of 5,000 lb and a maximum horizontal reach of 16 to 20 ft, depending on installed options. It is powered by a 12 V power source, and an integrated circuit board provides arc suppression, preventing the forming of welds on contact points during extended usage. Iowa Mold Tooling; 800-717-1177; www.imt.com Cleaning Wastewater: Efficient Nutrient Removal Intended for municipal-level water treatment, the Centrol Filter System is a

Detection Solutions: Keeping an Eye on Bacteria and Dissolved Oxygen The LBOD IntelliCAL Probe (left) measures dissolved oxygen in biochemical oxygen-demand applications. The Probe features an active stirrer for greater accuracy, and calibrates itself in less than one minute. The m-ColiBlue24 (right) is able to detect E.coli in water in only 24 hours. A water sample passes through a membrane onto a pre-packaged nutritive media to incubate. Bacteria then are easily identified with a color-coded system that does not require UV lamps or other special equipment. The system has a sensitivity of 1 CFU/100mL. HACH Co.; 800-604-3493; www.hach.com Wastewater Screening:

Power Generator: Compact The 1000 kW Rental Power Unit is intended to provide temporary power to construction sites, commercial buildings, industrial plants and public works facilities. The trailer-mounted generator is 30 ft long and almost 6,000 lb lighter than similar generators. The generator meets Tier 2 emissions standards, and has selectable voltages for customization to changing power demands, with one model capable of switching quickly from 208 VAC to 480 VAC. An integrated fuel tank allows a running time of 30 hours at 75% load. The generator is capable of operating in temperatures up to 113¡ F, and is relatively

Water-supply tubing: Sleeved Wirsbo AQUAPEX 1⁄2-in., hot-and-cold potable-water tubing now is available with a pre-installed high-density-polyethylene corrugated sleeve to protect the tubing in many applications, including soil and concrete. The color-coded sleeve allows for easy removal of the tubing if required, quick identification of the lines and protection from termiticides, pesticides and ultraviolet light. The tubing is shipped in 400-ft coils. Uponor; 800-321-4739; www.uponor-usa.com Generator: Ultra- Compact Next Gen’s Ultra-Compact Industrial 5.5-kW generator set weighs just 240 lb and measures 23-in. long, 20-in. wide and 21-in. high and is powered by a heavy duty two-cylinder Kubota diesel engine. It is

Under Pressure: Fire Protection System Air Compressor Designed for use with FireLock NXT line of fire protection systems, the Series 7C7 Compressor Package can provide operational air pressure within 30 minutes of discharge, meeting NFPA standards. A 1⁄6-hp compressor is intended to be used with 400 gallon fire protection systems, while a 1⁄3-hp compressor version is available for 750 gallon systems. The compressor package ships with the pressure preset to the requirements of the FireLock NXT dry or preaction valve, shortening overall installation time. It can be combined with the optional Vic-Quick riser, which features preset pressure switches for easy

Clearing Debris: Grapple Rake Attachment Intended for use with Dingo compact utility loaders, the grapple rake attachment is designed for removing construction debris, trees, rocks or just about anything that is too heavy or unwieldy to lift by hand. The grapple rake’s 34.5-in. width and 270-lb weight allow it to move and operate in tight spaces, while its two hydraulic cylinders give it a clamping force of up to 3,000 lb. Much like a bucket attachment, the operator is able to raise or lower the grappler rake, roll it over, or even back-rake materials away from buildings or fences. The

Compact Track loader: Pressurized Cab Mustang Manufacturing Co. now is offering an optional pressurized cab on three current compact track-loader models: MTL16, MTL20 and MTL25. The pressurization is similar to modern, upscale agricultural cabs, the maker says. The new cabs virtually eliminate entry of dust, dirt and debris and reduce noise. The upgraded heating and air-conditioning features six adjustable louvers and easily maintained filters on air intakes, keeping clean air flowing to the operator. A defroster vent is located near the front cab door for cold-weather use. Mustang Manufacturing Co.; 507-451-7112; www.mustangmfg.com Diaphragm Pump: Rugged Subaru introduces the PTX301D diaphragm