New product announcements:  06/17/2009 Cutting Trenches: Trencher-Boom Attachment Digs Deeper The new 4-ft trencher-boom attachment fits Toro TRX-19 dedicated trenchers or any Toro Dingo compact utility loader and is offered in addition to Toro’s 24-in. and 36-in. booms. The trencher boom allows installation of utilities at depths exceeding 42 in. and can also be used for irrigation, plumbing, drainage and edging applications. The boom accepts several chain types that can produce a trench 4-in. or 6-in. wide. Toro; 800-344-8676; www.toro.com Pickup-Truck Equipment Lock: Prevent Tool Theft The Truck Bed U-Lock security lock is designed to secure tools and other loose items

New product announcements:  06/10/2009 Rubber-belted Undercarriage: Suited for Small Equipment CAT rubber-belted undercarriages are now available to other original equipment manufacturers for vehicles that weigh up to 4,330 lb. The undercarriages feature the same engineering as larger CAT treads and are available in both fixed-gauge 301.6 models and hydraulic-variable 301.8 models. The undercarriage can be used with machines employing drills for geothermal installation, stump grinding, small auger drills or small pile drivers. Caterpillar Inc., OEM Solutions Group; 309-675-1000; www.cat.com Anchor System: Adhesive Meets Latest Building Codes The HIT-HY 150 MAX fast-cure adhesive anchor system is designed for use in anchor and

New product announcements:  05/27/2009 Wheeled Excavator: Heavy Duty and Road Ready The EW230C wheeled excavator is in the 20-ton weight class, and is designed for heavy-lifting applications such as the laying of large pipe and digging into hard materials. The rear axle weight does not exceed 12 tons when fitted with a standard counterweight, allowing the excavator to travel on roads. The excavator features a heavy-duty slew ring for extra durability, and a two-pump load-sensing hydraulic system. It is available with a either a mono or two-piece 18-ft, 8-in. boom. Volvo Construction Equipment; 828-650-2000; www.volvo.com Circular Saw: High Power in Lightweight

New product announcements:  05/20/2009 Natural-Gas-Powered Concrete Mixer: Cleaner Air and Quieter Operation The McNeilus CNG Concrete Mixer is powered entirely by compressed natural gas and meets EPA 2010 heavy-duty engine emissions standards for nitrogen oxide and particulate matter. The mixer has lower overall fuel costs than similar diesel-powered mixers, and it is much quieter when in use. McNeilus; 507-374-6321; www.mcneiluscompanies.com Impact Driver Attachments: Less Bit Breakage Impact Ready accessories are made to withstand the added torque of impact drivers, reducing instances of slippage and bit breakage. The stronger design allows for more reliable drilling into stainless steel, sheet metal, steel studs

New Product Announcements:   05/13/2009 Tube-framing System: No Welds Needed The tube-framing clamp system allows for the framing of roof opening without welding. The lack of welds saves time and simplifies construction, and the clamps can be relocated and adjusted as needed with minimal disassembly. Each system has a distributed load capacity of 3,000 lb. End clamps slide over joists and under a roof deck, which allows for the framing to be installed with the roof deck already in place. Chicago Clamp Co.; 708-343-8311; www.chicagoclamp.com Water Heater: Storage Tank Prevents Scaling Armor Water Heaters are now available in three new models,

New product announcements:  05/06/2009 Pile-Drive Analyzer: New Interface for Simpler Calibration The redesigned SPT Analyzer is designed for monitoring calibrated standard penetration test rigs in deep soil prior to the laying of deep foundations. ASTM and many state transportation department regulations require the periodic calibration of SPT rigs, and the SPT analyzer gives instant feedback on the performance of rigs. This updated model has a simplified interface for easier use, with a bright color touch screen. Battery life has been extended to eight hours of continuous functionality. Pile Dynamics Inc.; 216-831-6131; www.pile.com Insulation Installation: High Output The RotoStorm Insulation Blower is

New product announcements:  04/29/2009 Handheld Concrete Smoothing: Vibrating Screed The Stone Screed Bull is a handheld vibrating concrete screed line. It is available in two versions, with the 32-lb VSB80 able to handle boards up to 16 ft, and the 25-lb VSB70 able to use 12-ft boards. The screeds are able to handle 2-in. to 9-in. slumps. The aluminum screed boards are available in sizes starting at 4-ft, and are triangularly shaped for stability. Boards are held in place by two screws and can be changed quickly. The vibration system is fully enclosed for lower maintenance. Stone Construction Equipment Inc.; 585-229-5141;

New product announcements:  04/22/2009 Capture Every Detail: Robotic Total Station The TS30 Robotic Total Station is the latest update to Leica’s line of surveying devices, and boasts ½-in. angle accuracy and 0.6-mm distance accuracy using prisms. It can achieve a distance accuracy of 2 mm at 1 km using only natural surfaces. The station can be fitted with a global-positioning antenna for logging exact coordinates during surveying. Its new Piezo technology allows uninterrupted surveying in changing environments with only one operator. A low-power mode during non use provides longer service intervals. Leica Geosystems; 770-326-9500; www.leica-geosystems.us Faster Pipe Connections: No Loose Parts

New product announcements:  04/15/2009 Three-Bag Mortar Mixer: No Wasted Material The 955Pm Stone Champion mortar mixer has a 9-cu-ft capacity, and is able to mix three bags at a time. The mixer’s quadruple seal and drum bearing system is in a removable housing for cleaning or replacement. The extendable axle can be adjusted to fit through doorways, and broader engine cover increases airflow. It is available with six engine options, and standard features include a lift-away safety guard, convenient front post clutch and drum release and a heavy-duty tow pole with safety chain. Stone Construction Equipment Inc.; 800-888-9926; www.stone-equip.com Triangular Geogrid

New product announcements:  04/08/2009 Fall Protection: Modular Weight System Allows For Easy Relocation The Weightanka is a modular deadweight fall-protection system. The non-penetrating system is designed for roofs with less than a five-degree pitch where installation of temporary guardrails or permanent anchors is not an option. Attachments are made to a central pedestal, with the basic system weighing 550 lb. The system can be disassembled into components weighing less than 55 lb for easy relocation. Kee Safety, Inc.; 800-851-5181; www.keesafety.com Curb Machine: Tighter Turns The Power Curber 5700-C is the latest update to the 5700 series of curb machines. It is