Dewatering Pumps: Simple-Easy Maintenance Manufacturer introduces a new line of dewatering pumps with outputs ranging from 1.2 to 27 hp. The 2600 series pumps come in six models and can handle almost any dewatering job at construction sites, mines, quarries and other harsh environments, the maker says. The pumps feature the patented DuraSpin hydraulic system and newly designed wear-resistant closed impellers made from high-chrome cast iron. They also have fewer components and provide hydraulic performance from 150 to 1,400 gpm and heads from 40 to 230 ft. ITT Flygt Corp.; 203-380-4700; www.flygtus.com Hydraulic Breakers: Compact, Slim-Line Shape Two hydraulic breaker
New Lubricants: Reduces Friction for Cable Pulling Two new lubricants are added to the manufacturer's line of wire and cable pulling products. The lubricants' synthetic formulations help advance the properties of the compound, reducing friction for easier pulling. Both lubricants are nontoxic and nonstaining. They have greater clingability that coats the wires and conduit evenly, creating maximum lubricity, the maker says. The new line includes the waxed-based Premium Synthetic Wax wire pulling lubricant, designed for general electrical and utility projects. The Premium Synthetic Polymer, a new type of polymer/glycol-based lube, is for electrical, telecommunications and data applications. Klein Tools; 800-553-4676;
Asphalt Paver: Saves on Fuel Consumption The redesigned, gravity-fed asphalt paver, model 3313, is equipped with a fuel efficient 50-hp Cummins water-cooled diesel engine and a single-speed drive motor that provides travel and working speeds up to 250-ft per minute. Paving widths range from 8-to-13 ft, making this model suitable for driveways, parking lots and asphalt repair and resurfacing applications. In addition, the paver's gravity-fed hopper holds up to 6 tons of asphalt for long intervals between refills. BOMAG Americas Inc; 800-782-6624; www.bomag-americas.com Platform: Heady-Duty Steel Construction The 94-lb TX Platform is a new ride-on attachment for tracked Toro Dingo
RSC Atlas Copco may get $3.2 billion in cash for RSC. Atlas Copco's sale of Rental Service Corp., which is believed to be the largest single transaction in the history of the equipment rental sector, should have little impact on the U.S. rental firm's future operations, say company officials. Under the terms of the deal announced on Oct. 6, New York City-based Ripplewood Holdings and Oak Hill Capital Partners will share a 50% stake in the deal valued at $3.8 billion. They plan to keep existing management in place. The sale includes $3.3 billion in cash plus $400 million in
Water-Repellent Plywood: Protects Sub-Floors A new solution for residential builders interested in protecting sub-floors before the roof and exterior walls go up during the initial stages of construction is available. Plytanium DryPly plywood, with a water-repellent coating, absorbs up to 40% less water than plywood without the protective coating for up to four weeks. Using the product can help builders avoid problems such as delamination, warping and excessive swell of the edges, the maker says. The company also offers a 100% Builder Satisfaction Guarantee against delamination, edge swell and joint sanding. Georgia-Pacific; 800-284-5347; www.gp.com/build Crane: High-Strength Steel Boom Grove launches
Current Tundra (left) gives way to redesigned model. (Photo:Tudor Hampton/ENR) Toyota has set the gold standard for today¹s passenger cars, and now, it wants to do the same for light-duty trucks. Next year, its largest pickup ever will follow the latest fleet of full-size options coming from Japan, including the Nissan Titan and Honda Ridgeline. Toyota has invested heavily in this latest project. The battle between East and West will soon be fought on construction sites across the U.S, and the newest weapon will be the redesigned Tundra, which hits the street early next year. Ford, GM and Dodge, the
Hydraulic Hammer: Additional Option for Equipment Users Entering into the 700-lb energy class with a working weight of 597 lb and an impact frequency of 2,000 blows per minute, the new H65Ds is the manufacturer's largest hammer option for compact equipment users. It is sized for use with all Cat skid steer and multi terrain loaders as well as the 303.5C, 303C CR, 304C CR and 305C CR mini hydraulic excavators. The H65Ds is compatible with the company's pin grabber quick coupler system. For expanded versatility, the new model can be equipped with a chisel, mole, spade or compacting plate.
+ Click to enlarge Hydraulic Impact Hammer: With Pro Control The manufacturer�s newest addition is the Rammer Model G 88 G-Series hammer, which is designed for use on 60,000 to 88,000-lb excavators. It requires 42.3 to 60.8-gallons-per-minute hydraulic flow at 2,030 to 2,180 psi and it breaks at a rate of 300 to 480 blows per minute. The new model offers advantages such as Pro Control. This feature allows the operator to control impact energy of the hammer which delivers the appropriate impact power for increased production. The G 88 is available exclusively as a silenced CITY model for quiet
Hydraulic Pulverizer: Wide Jaw Opening The DP 2800 is a hydraulic demolition pulverizer attachment that is designed for carriers in the 24-to-38-ton weight class. It features a compact design and provides 99 tons of crushing force at the jaw tip. The unit has a maximum operating pressure of 5,076 psi and accepts a maximum hydraulic flow of 79 gpm. It also utilizes a straight jaw design that allows the pulverizer's jaws to open to a width of 35 in. This wide opening enables the unit to handle larger pieces of debris. Atlas Copco Construction Tools Inc.; 413-746-5383; www.us.atlascopco.com Rotary Hammer:
Steel Studs: Dimples Cut Labor and Absorb Noise The U.S. manufacturer of UltraSTEEL interior framing is retooling its factories in North America in hopes of forever changing the face of the humble steel stud. Because the product's cold-rolled, "dimple" process yields a higher-strength stud using lighter-gauge steel, the producer says it is offering them at no extra cost. Meanwhile, old-style, "flat" studs are being phased out. "When a facility is converted, it no longer offers traditional flat steel," says Greg S. Ralph, product development director for Dietrich Metal Framing, a unit of Columbus, Ohio-based Worthington Industries. The producer is offering
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