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
Vibratory Roller Slanted Drum Support Legs The totally redesigned BW161AD-4 tandem vibratory roller with slanted drum support legs offers a clear view of the drum edges, eliminating the need for operators to lean out of the cockpit during operation. The design of the front and rear frames allows for an unrestricted view of both the drums and sprinkler system. The 131-hp unit is designed to handle a variety of lift thicknesses and applications ranging from granular bases to Superpave. BOMAG Americas Inc.; 309/853-3571; www.bomag-americas.com Boom Trucks Flow-On-Demand Series 600E, one of two new boom truck lines, is being made available
Ridable Saws Three Times Faster Than Walk-Behind Saws A new line of ridable saws is designed to help road contractors meet tight production schedules on a range of cutting jobs from partial to full depth, the maker says. Features on the new RS 8500 include a new inline right-angle gearbox configuration that uses 14 belts. The new design transfers power more directly and efficiently than traditional designs, offering 10% more engine power to drive the bladeshaft. Combined with a Cummins 85-hp turbocharged diesel engine, the saw is up to three times more efficient than a 65-hp flat saw. Dimas North
Porter-Cable and Black & Decker, two historic brands jointly credited for developing the cordless power drill, are soon to merge under one roof. Pentair Inc., Golden Valley, Minn., has agreed to sell its power-tool business of various woodworking tools, pressure washers, generators and air compressors to Black & Decker Corp., Towson, Md. Brands included in the sale are Porter-Cable, Delta, DeVilbiss Air Power, Oldham Saw and Flex. Officials at both firms say they expect to close the $775-million deal by the end of the year. Nolan D. Archibald, Black & Decker chairman and CEO, calls the move an "ideal bolt-on
Loader Backhoes Increased Breakout Force A new line of B-Series loader backhoes is composed of three models—the B100, B250 and B300. All three units offer increased dipper and bucket breakout forces to meet the needs of utility contractors, municipalities, landscapers and more. The B300 is the largest loader in the series and features a 44% increase in dipper breakout force and a 21% increase in bucket breakout force. It is equipped with a 46-hp Kubota diesel engine and has an 11-ft dig depth. Bobcat Co., a unit of Ingersoll-Rand; 866/823-7898; www.bobcat.com Crawler Dozers Adjustable Blade Pitch Link Three crawler dozers–the
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