Entrance System Long-Lasting Durability The PerforMax, an entrance system suitable for use in schools and other facilities, is designed to handle high-traffic areas. The frame jamb consists of an internal steel angle and the door stile has an internal steel bar used to mount hinge hardware. The top rail and header with integral door stop have continuous internal steel bars for mounting surface closers. Vistawall Architectural Products; 800/869-4567; www.vistawall.com Residence Hall Furnishings Adapts to Needs of Students Sustain Residence Hall Furniture has high-quality construction, versatility for students and environmental sensitivity. It comes in three finish colors and four chair
Mobile Power Station For Trucks A fully integrated AC power generation system designed exclusively for trucks is featured in this brochure. It explains and illustrates how contractors can turn their vehicles into a mobile power station with the Real Power AC generator. The brochure lists features of the AC generator, which is driven directly off the truck’s existing power take off (PTO) gear. It also compares the benefits of this new option to other alternatives such as portable generators and inverter-based power generation systems. Contour Hardening Inc.; 888/867-2184; www.realacpower.com Tilt-Up Construction Offers Design Ideas The Architecture of
Excavators Additional Power to Confined Work Areas New hydraulic models, the PC18MR-2 and PC 20MR-2, are added to the MR-series of compact excavators. Both units feature automatic two-speed travel that automatically shifts from high to low speed based on the load. Due to the new certified two-post ROPS structure on the models, the operator can now enter and exit the machine from both sides. Also included is a neutral engine start system to help eliminate accidents caused by sudden movement of the upper structure at start-up. Komatsu America Corp.; 866/513-5778; www.komatsuamerica.com Milling Machine Quick Drum Change The new W2000
Ride-On Roller Increased Productivity Designed for maximum productivity, the new BW100A-4 tandem ride-on vibratory roller is built with larger fuel and water tanks. Fuel tank capacity is now 10.6 gallons, a 15% increase over the previous model, whereas the water tank can handle 58.1 gallons, a 22% increase. The unit also offers an operating weight of 5,291 lb and 39.4-in.-wide drums. It is powered by a 33.7-hp, 3-cylinder water-cooled Kubota diesel engine and produces up to 8,550 lb of centrifugal force per drum, a performance increase of 15%. Bomag Americas Inc.; 800/782-6624; www.bomag-americas.com Telehandler 4-Speed Forward and 3-Speed Reverse The
Online purchase of construction equipment just got safer -- or at least more comfortable. eBay on June 2 launched business equipment purchase protection for transactions between $1,000 and $20,000 for certain categories of capital equipment, including construction equipment. The coverage, which is free for buyers and sellers, protects U.S. buyers against fraud and material misrepresentation. Buyers using eBay's PayPal payment system already are protected up to $1,000. eBay has been offering similar coverage for automobiles within its motors category for more than two years. Fraud so far hasn't been a big problem on eBay, the company claims. "Less than 1/100th
High-performance Glove Shock-Absorbing Pads New high-performance glove line features three distinct, sleek styles. One style to be introduced this spring is Framer’s heavy-duty glove, which is designed for framing and building professionals. It is made of premium grain goatskin with a half-finger first, second and thumb making it easy for exposed fingers to work with fasteners and other small parts. The glove’s design combines hand protection with a better sense of touch and features reinforced palm patches, shock-absorbing knuckle padding and a spandex back. Illinois Glove Co.; 800/342-5458; www.illinoisglove.com Safety Supervisor Project Management Tool Company offers an electronic system for
Suspension System Upgrade Better Control RoadTamer suspension offers heavy-duty work truck operators a smoother ride and increased control while towing building, construction or landscaping trailers. It combines a fully engineered air suspension, comprised of two control arms and a control link (panhard rod) that is installed laterally between one of the control arms and the frame. The system also features the maker’s exclusive SmartAir electronic height controlled automatic leveling system that is used in conjunction with a heavy duty compressor for complete hands-off control. Air Lift Co., 800/248-0892; www.airliftcompany.com Dodge Ram Work Truck Upfit Friendly The new 2005 Dodge Ram
Lean and Mean. Portable factory spins out steel pipe within hours. (Photo courtesy of Contech Construction Products Inc.) Why wait weeks and spend thousands of dollars transporting construction materials across the continent when you can make them right on the jobsite? That’s the idea behind a new trailer-mounted factory called the Mobile Production Vehicle, or MPV. In addition to situations where large stormwater pipe would require costly road permits to move, the vehicle’s "ideal location is a remote site that is far away from one of our plants," says Andy Sabados, a vice president at Contech Construction Products Inc. The
Precast. New resource may spur competition. (Photo courtesy of Rizzani De Eccher/Deal) The authors of a new how-to manual want to help builders avoid common pitfalls associated with segmental bridges. "We’ve all made mistakes," says John D. Armeni, chief estimator for major projects at Atlanta-based APAC Inc., and chairman of a 25-member committee that has drafted Construction Practices Handbook for Segmental Concrete Bridges. The manual may soften the learning curve for builders working with segmental designs, Armeni says. One chapter titled Lessons Learned reviews mistakes made on past projects, such as unsafe overloads and delaminated decks. Such discussions are "long
Pending deal snaps together two scaffolding companies. (Photo Courtesy of Aluma Systems) Two of North America’s largest suppliers of engineered scaffolding are set to merge this year, a move that would occur during a time of strong demand for such specialty equipment. Brand Services Inc.,St. Louis, has signed an agreement to purchase Aluma Enterprises Inc. of Toronto. The deal was announced on May 23. Terms were not disclosed. Brand Services, a 5,500-employee rental firm owned by New York-based JPMorgan Partners, reports having an annual revenue of $347 million last year. Aluma Systems, a $219-million-a-year operating unit of Aluma Enterprises Inc.,
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