Telescoping Arm Fume Extraction The LFA 2.0 telescopic fume extraction arm is one of three new products added to the manufacturer�s line of welding fume environmental systems. It features a low-vacuum arm that provides ease of positioning in a small package, making it ideal for stationary work stations and instructional facilities. The LFA 2.0 also has a 360� rotating hood and a range of 6.5 ft. Optional features include an automatic start/stop function and a convenient work lamp. The Lincoln Electric Co.; 888-355-3213; www.lincolnelectric.com Slab Buster A Single Blow Rubblizes Concrete The Hammerhead II Model HB 550 is a totally
Gas Pressure Washers Quick Connect Nozzles Manufacturer introduces its first-ever line of commercial gas pressure washers. The line includes six models�DP2800, DP3100, DP3400, DP3400HR, DP3750 and DP3750HR�suitable for cleaning for paint preparation or removal, concrete forms, construction equipment, fleet trucks, brick masonry and more. These gas pressure washers are powered by Honda 13-hp OHV GX engines and feature industrial crankshaft high-pressure pumps. They also include 12-in. all terrain wheels for easy transportation over rough terrain and soap dispensing quick connect nozzles. DEWALT; 800-433-9258; www.dewalt.com Vertical Lifts Joystick Drive and Steer The Camifil Farr has created the “Riga-V,” an efficient and
Benchtop Router Table Easy Set-Up Designed for use by finish carpenters, remodelers and woodworkers, the new RA1181 benchtop router table is easy to set up and can be moved from jobsite to jobsite. Features include a large 27 by 18-in. die-cast aluminum top that is resistant to corrosion and distortion from the elements. Also, a rigid aluminum router mounting plate accompanies the table for flat and precise accuracy, the manufacturer says. Bosch Power Tools and Accessories; 877-267-2499-www.boschtools.com Motion and Photo Sensor Detects 40 Ft Away The HDL line of heavy-duty lifts offers repair shops, small fleets and other facilities an
Satisfaction: How Every Great Company Listens to the Voice of the Customer By Chris Denove and J.D. Power IV ISBN: 1591841097 Hardcover, 288pp Pub. Date: February 2006; $16.35 (from Amazon) Publisher: Penguin Group (USA) click to buy Design and construction firm leaders can learn from the experts in rating customer satisfaction. J.D. Powers & Associates. The firm, which was purchased by enr.com parent The McGraw-Hill Companies in 2005, is well known for its independent analysis of the automotive industry (where it got its start). Now, two executives from the firm, Chris Denove and J.D. Power IV, have written a book
Air-Cooled Diesel Engine Ultra Compact LV Series features what maker says is the world’s smallest direct injection system for fuel-squeezing economy. Three engine models are available: L48V (4.7 hp @ 3,600 rpm), L70V (6.4 hp @ 3,600 rpm) and L100V (9.1 hp @ 3,600 rpm). All are U.S. Environmental Protection Agency compliant and counterbalanced for high speed operation. Recoil start with manual decompression and auto-return lever is standard. There is an option for electrical start. The engines are small and ideal for applications such as pumps, small compressors and sprayers, among other uses. Yanmar America Corp.; 815-541-1900; www.yanmar.co.jp Linear Fluorescent
Firestop System Selector Based on Questionnaire The new FS 411 Firestop System Selector puts firestop system recommendations right into the installer�s hand by use of the Palm Personal Digital Assistants. The FS411 PDA software, which consists of a simple smart questionnaire, screens out irrelevant questions based on answers to previous questions and helps save time, as all needed information can be input in less than one minute, including wall or floor type, thickness, fire rating and more. The FS411 determines all acceptable firestop system options (based on user inputs), and displays them in order of recommendation. Hilti Inc.; 800-879-6000; www.ushilti.com
New Books Good Until The Last Drop: A Practitioner's Guide to Water Reuse As water reuse becomes more important in the U.S. and the world, a team of HDR experts has written a new book on the issue for the American Public Works Association. It offers a practical guide to all facets of water reuse, including legal issues and public involvement considerations, as well as guidelines on selecting the right infrastructure and maintaining water quality. The book also examines ways of setting up water reuse organizations, finding the right financing methods or programs, setting fair and equitable rates, and choosing
Nitrogen tire inflation Maintains Tire Pressure Longer A new high-performance nitrogen tire inflation system, called VIS-Nitro, helps fleet operators reduce maintenance costs and improve tire life. An inflation controller on VIS-Nitro automates tire top-ups, eliminates the need for handheld pressure gauges, improves inflation accuracy and can fill four commercial tires simultaneously. All the technician has to do is clip the four chucks on, set the pressure and walk away. The machine beeps when it�s done. It also has an automated purge cycle that vents air from within an inflated tire and replaces it with high purity nitrogen. Vehicle Inspection Systems
Cordless Drill/Drivers High Torque The SFH 151-A and the SF 151-A cordless drill/drivers are among the 15.6-volt tools. Featuring a high torque rating of 619 in.-lb, finely controllable in 15 settings, both models can handle any project ranging from hammer drilling to sawing holes and driving screws. They include 100% all-metal gearing and the C 7/24 rapid charger, which can charge a 2.0 amp-hour NiCd battery in approximately 30 minutes. The SFH 151-A is a three-speed hammer drill/driver. The SF 151-A is a two-speed drill driver. Hilti Inc.; 800-363-4458; www.us.hilti.com Rubber Tire Tracks Five Layers of Rubber These heavy-duty rubber
Joist Hanger Nailers Works in Tight Areas New pneumatic joist hanger nailers feature a compact design and fast operation. The simplicity and maneuverability of both the NH150 and HN250 nailers make them suitable for applications in tight quarters, such as fastening metal joist hangers, foundation anchors, seismic and hurricane straps and ties and other metal framing hardware. Each of the nailers use the nail point to locate the hole in the hardware, so the nail goes in properly every time. SENCO, 800-543-4596; www.senco.com Trash Pump For Construction Sites The LTP 3 submersible trash pump removes debris-filled water from construction and
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