We look at the latest in construction products, including a highly sensitive air-pressure sensor, an articulated dump truck and a pile driver designed for installing solar farms. Click on the image to begin the slide show.
ENR's weekly look at construction products and gadgets includes Turf-Friendly Replacement Track for Bobcat's compact track loaders, news about the RIDGID Manual Hydraulic Bender, CAS45R and CAS60R rotary-screw air compressors from Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Mapelastic CI and Topcon's latest GPS receivers. (Click on slideshow to launch.)
We look at the latest in construction products, from a rugged tablet PC for surveying to a very compact, portable jigsaw. Click on the image to begin the slide show.
The PC70THD 1/2-in. corded two-speed hammer drill weighs only 5.1 lb and is 14.25 in. long, allowing the lightweighttool to be used in tight spaces. Its 7-amp motor has variable speeds of up to 1,100 rpm and 3,100 rpm. The hammer drill can be used in drilling concrete, tile, brick and mortar block. A molded handle is intended to reduce user fatigue, while metal gear housing aids in dissipating heat and extending the life of the hammer drill. Porter Cable; 888-848-5175; www.portercable.com Milwaukee's new test-and-measurement lineup is expanding since the segment was introduced a few years ago. The latest addition
The Polypro Optimax seal-coating machine is available in both 550- and 825-gallon capacities. The tank's polyethylene composition prevents the sealant from adhering to the inside of the tank. The tank's helix-blade agitation prevents stalling under heavy sand loads. The machine is powered by a Honda engine and compressor and features a large hose reel on a swivel mount. The seal-coating machine is available with skid, trailer or truck mounting. Equipt Direct Inc.; 888-337-8748; www.equiptdirect.comThe Mini-Pod is an equipment management system that allows owners and foremen to remotely monitor the use of heavy equipment. The Mini-Pod can log locations, machine hours,
This week in construction products, we look at grinder dust guards, a new jobsite chop saw and one of the largest truck cranes in North America. Click the image to begin the slide show.
The DeWALT D25960K 40-lb Demolition Hammer is powered by a 15-amp motor that delivers 1,460 beats per minute. The hammer's active vibration control includes a counterbalance mechanism and a shock-mounted floating handle to dampen user vibration levels. A soft start reduces bit walking and prevents high-current spikes on startup. The hammer accepts both collared and non-collared 1/8-in. bits. DeWALT; 800-433-9258; www.dewalt.comThe Milwaukee six-in-one Combination Pliers is designed to perform the same tasks as needle-nose pliers, a wire stripper and a metal deburring tool. The pliers also feature integrated Nos. 6 and 8 bolt cutters. The tool can strip solid wires
ENR's weekly look at construction products and gadgets includes a single-body hydraulic breaker and a rugged portable chain vise for jobsites. Click on the slide show for more details. Manufacturers can send information on new products to ENR_Products@mcgraw-hill.com.
ENR's weekly look at construction products and gadgets includes a new asphalt paver from Dynapac, ParaShield's temporary guardrail system, a riding trowel from Allen and DeWalt's wearable backing flap discs. Click the image for the full products slide show.
ENR's weekly look at construction products and gadgets includes a new field controller from Topcon Positioning Systems, a concrete foundation tester from Pile Dynamics and a spray-on foam polyurethane insulation from Bayer Materials Science. Click the image for the full products slide show.
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