Products 09/29/2010 Fall-Arrest Anchor Post: Works on Many Roof Designs The Miller Fusion Roof-Anchor Post is a single-point fall-arrest anchor that provides a temporary or permanent anchor without piercing the roof substrate. The Fusion anchor comes in several different models that are specially designed to work on a variety of roof designs, including standing seam, membrane, metal sheathing, concrete and wood. The ring mechanism is designed to rotate with the user’s position to prevent tangles, and a built-in energy-absorption system protects the structure during a fall. Miller Fall Protection; 800-873-5242; www.millerfallprotection.com Underground Cables: Preventing Water Damage Hendrix Wire & Cable
Products 09/22/2010 Cable and Pipe Locators: Portable The RD7000 and the RD8000 cable and pipe locators are significantly lighter than earlier Radiodetection models and offer several improvements. Large, back-lit LCDs provide clear readouts, while the power management feature lets the user to adjust the output signal to conserve power. The RD8000’s SideStep feature allows its working frequency to be adjusted to prevent interference from other equipment. Included eCAL software links the detectors to a PC for data download and recalibration, if necessary. Radiodetection; 877-247-3797; www.radiodetection.com Redesigned Crimp Tool: Easier To Use The Sta-Kon Comfort Grip Compression tool now requires 25%
At the site of the new Institute for Critical Technology and Applied Science building at Virginia Polytechnic and State University, students, faculty and visitors are asking questions about green construction. However, they are not inquiring about the 45,000-sq-ft academic building that will be seeking LEED Silver; they are asking about the colorful reMOD trailer next to it. Manufactured by Williams Scotsman Inc. and being used by project manager Skanska USA Building, the construction trailer features many design choices intended to reduce its environmental footprint. Construction trailers are not an obvious candidate for sustainable design. As the trailers are temporary by
Products 09/08/2010 Material Removal: New Accessories Fit Sawzall and Hackzall Recip Saws Milwaukee Electric Tool has introduced two scraper blades and a grout-removal tool that are compatible with all Sawzall and Hackzall Recip Saws. The scraper blades are available in both 11/2-in. and 3-in. sizes and can be used for removing linoleum flooring, adhesives, paint, drywall mud, rust and other materials. The carbide-grit grout-removal tool can remove grout from 1/8-in. up to 3/4-in. in width. The scraper blades and the grout-removal tool all feature a corrosion-resistant coating. Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.; 800-729-3878; www.milwaukeetool.com Concrete Floor Grinder: Polishing Power The UltraGrind
Products 09/01/2010 Composite Concrete Chute: No Liner Needed McNeilus has introduced the Ngen Composite Chute for ready-mix concrete. The chute weighs only 27 lb, much lighter than a standard steel chute but with a comparable durability. Unlike lightweight aluminum chutes, the Ngen Composite Chute does not require a plastic liner when in use, which prevents the problem of concrete building up on the lip of the liner, while the lighter weight reduces strain on the operator. Handles integrated into the chute design to keep the operator’s hands clear of pinch points. McNeilus; 507-374-6321; www.mcneiluscompanies.com Dual Snow Plow: Steel and Rubber
Products 08/18/2010 Laser Distance Meter: Quick Measurements The DM100 Hand-Held Laser Distance Meter is a simple solution for quickly measuring distances over 15 ft. The meter is able to measure linear distance, area and volume as well as handle continuous measurements. The DM100 has an accuracy to 0.08 in. and has a maximum measurement range of 100 ft. It is powered by two AAA batteries and can take up to 3,000 measurements on a single charge. Agatec Construction Lasers; 800-643-9696; www.agatec-na.com Emissions Control: Retrofit Heavy Equipment The BlueMAX 100 Selective Catalytic Reduction system is a retrofit device designed to reduce
Products 08/11/2010 Fire-Rated Joint System: Handles Vehicle Loads EMSHIELD SJS FR-1 Fire-Rated Seismic Joint System is a watertight joint for decks and floors. The joint system is installed from above and requires no invasive anchors. SJS FR-1 is able to handle vehicle loads and can be used in parking decks, stadiums and other high-traffic structures. The system consists of two horizontal fire-rated joints preassembled around a composite spline. The spline is the attach point for traffic plates that bear the loads. The fire-resistant foam components also absorb sound and vibration. The system can be used in joint openings from 4-in.
Products 08/04/2010 Flap-Disc Abrasives: Redesigned for Higher Performance DeWalt’s Extended-Performance Flap Discs are designed with a more durable cloth that has an improved grain and resin compared to previous DeWalt high-performance flap discs. The discs have been redesigned with a significantly larger surface area as well as a longer usage life. DeWalt now is offering Wearable Flap Discs for weld blending, material removal and welding preparation. The discs feature a backing that wears away as the disc is used, which allows for full access to the cloth. The removal rate is comparable to conventional grinding wheels. DeWalt; 800-433-9258; www.dewalt.com Extra
Products 07/28/2010 Mini Paver: Adjustable Screed Width for Narrow Paving Jobs The Super 700 Mini Paver is capable of paving widths of up to 10 ft, 6 in., with a track width of only 3 ft, 7 in. The Mini Paver is powered by a 60-hp Deutz engine and is intended for small paving jobs, such as backfilling trenches, cycle paths or surfacing small traffic areas and minor roads. The Super 700 is equipped with a AB 200 V Extending Screed, which can be adjusted hydraulically. The AB 200 V Extending Screed features electric screed heating that ensures uniform distribution
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