Deere & Co. is recalling 14,746 Gator-brand work utility vehicles sold in the U.S. over the last year. The Moline, Ill.-based manufacturer says the units have faulty brakes and could cause accidents. The buggies are common construction vehicles, shuttling workers and materials across jobsites. The Gator 4x2 and 4x4 is included in the recall, but not the 6x4 (shown). (Photo courtesy of Deere & Co.) The affected models fall into Deere's high-performance or "HPX" category of Gator buggies. They were sold in 4x2 and 4x4 drive configurations between December 2003 and October 2004, with list prices ranging from $8,000 to
Tool Organizers Limitless Storage Options Manufacturer introduces a new line of tool accessories that include a 55-pocket tool organizer and a 50-pocket bucketless tool organizer. Both feature pockets of assorted shapes and sizes positioned inside and out that provide limitless storage options. The tool organizers have bar-tacked stress points to prevent tearing and extend the life of the accessory. They also include an internal drill holster that securely holds up to an 18 V cordless hammer-drill or impact wrench. The bucket tool organizer fits standard 3.5 or 5-gallon buckets. Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.; 800/729-3878; www.milwaukeetool.com Fire Barrier/Water Tight Seal All-In-One
Aerial Work Platforms Large Roll-Out Expansion Mid-size, four-wheel-drive, rough-terrain aerial work platforms are available in four models, the 7127, 7135, 8243 and 8850. The units have a working height up to 56 ft and capacities up to 1,500 lb. With gradeability to 30% and large 64-in. x 116.5-in. roll-out platforms, the machines provide extensive job site work support. All models are equipped with a simple and safe proportional joystick control designed to prevent inadvertent operation. Standard features include rear-loading gate, tilt alarm with drive/lift cut-off and 110-volt GFI AC outlet. Skyjack Inc.; 800/265-2738; www.skyjackinc.com Telehandler For Masonry Construction The
Rubber Tracks More Traction and Flotation Over-the-tire rubber tracks are now available for the manufacturer’s 200 and 300 Series skid steers. This system is suitable for soft and muddy ground conditions where a wheeled skid steer might bog down. The tracks enhance traction and flotation without causing the surface damage of steel tracks, allowing the operator to work on turf, asphalt and concrete. The rubber tracks can be mounted over 10 and 12-in. pneumatic tires, including standard, extra-wall and hauler models. John Deere; 913/901-2192; www.deere.com Direct-Fire Melter Trailer Mounted This 115-gallon direct-fire melter, a new addition to the HeatWave Series,
Cut-Off Saws Air Filtration System Two new hand-held cut-off-saws, models SHS62 and SHS81, are powered by 4.7 and 6.3-hp two-cycle EPA-approved gasoline engines. Both units feature a reversible blade flange to handle both 20-mm and 1-in. blade arbors and can operate either 12 or 14-in. blades. A triple-stage air filtration system helps keep dust and other damaging cutting debris out of the power source. The SHS62 and SHS81 saws are ergonomically designed and can be used to slice concrete, tile, ceramics, pipe and more. Stow Construction Equipment, a division of Multiquip Inc.; 877/289-7869; www.stowmfg.com Self-Leveling Four-Beam Heavy-Duty Track Magnets Manufacturer
Hammer Drill Larger Motor Offers High Torque The SBP 18 Plus is a cordless hammer drill designed for use in impact drilling applications such as concrete and brickwork. Equipped with a larger motor, the drill offers higher torque and 20% more power over the previous model. The tool�s 18-volt battery has been reengineered to reach a full charge with the new C45 charger. It also has a two-speed gearbox, five-torque settings and the maker's Variospeed technology to match performance exactly to the work. With its 1�2-in. keyless chuck, the unit can drill holes up to 5�8 in. diameter in concrete.
Water Treatment Electrical-Based Manufacturer introduces a new generation of electrocoagulation wastewater treatment systems. Called ElectroPulse, the system will process up to 100 gpm of wastewater and is typically of a quality that can be recycled or discharged to a sanitary sewer. ElectroPulse uses electrocoagulation, an electricity-based technology for treating complex waste steams on site. This process removes a broad range of contaminants such as emulsified oils and more. OilTrap Environmental; 866-504-2248; www.oiltrap.com Coatings Formulated For Severe Environments Series 434 Perma-Shield H2S is a modified polymer mortar designed for severe corrosion environments. This lining protects concrete against harsh chemicals and abrasion
Job-Matched Cut-Off Wheels Three Types This quick and easy-to-use guide is designed to help the reader select the proper cut-off wheel for specific applications. Outlined in the brochure are three distinct types of cut-off wheels in the Choice Cuts program, which include the Original Slicer, the Slicer Plus and the Super Slicer, all available in 4-1/2 in. and 6-in. versions. Metabo Corp.; 800/638-2264; www.metabousa.com 300 Series Skid Steers More Productive A full-color, 19-page brochure describes the manufacturer’s new 300 Series skid steers. It covers improved features made to all five models and how each feature contributes to the machines’ enhanced
HANGOUT. European design aids inspections. (Photo courtesy of Manitou North America Inc.) Designers in France and Italy have found an innovative way to help transportation agencies stretch their equipment budgets without cramping engineers’ necks during bridge inspections. Europe’s solution is a new type of telescopic handler that has quietly hit the U.S. market. The units have a typical operator cab and telescoping boom but are attached to an upper works that can rotate 360° and mimic many of the features of a rough-terrain crane. A variety of attachments like winches, platforms and buckets can transform them into several different machines.
BIG TOY. Big pickup may be more for play. (Photo courtesy of International Truck and Engine Corp.) International Truck and Engine Corp. created quite a stir when it unleashed a huge, 6-ton pickup truck to the public earlier this month. "When you sit in this, you actually look down into a Hummer," says Jim Corbin, sales associate for Chicago International Trucks, a Chicago-based dealer. The Warrenville, Ill.-based manufacturer officially rolled out the behemoth Sept. 13 at its plant in Garland, Texas. With plans to sell 100 units this year and 300 next year, company executives hope to attract "businesses that
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