The Power Blade unit (right) works in conjunction with laser sensors to give clear readings of grade conditions on a bright LED display. Compatible with a wide range of lasers, it can be used on scrapers, dozers, agricultural tractors and similar machines. In addition to basic grade monitoring, the Power Blade can be combined with a MCP700 Panel and hydraulic valve package for automatic grade control. Grade changes from the cab and additional land-leveling functions can be made when the optional MPM700 electric mast (top-right) is added to the unit. Leica Geosystems; 770-326-9500; www.leica-geosystems.us.

 

 

 

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  Designed to handle the high lateral loads brought on by earthquakes and high winds, the TimberStrand laminated strand lumber LSL 3X studs are intended for light commercial construction where building codes require 3X studs. The studs come in a variety of common nominal dimensions to meet engineers’ requirements, including 3in. x 8in., 3in. x 10 in., 3in. x 12 in. and 3in. x 14 in. They are available in lengths up to 48 ft. Weyerhaeuser Co.; 800-525-5440; www.weyerhaeuser.com.

 

 

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  The 11258VSR 5⁄8 in. Concrete Drill is a compact rotary hammer drill intended for small-diameter concrete drilling applications. Able to provide 1.4 ft-lb of impact force, with a variable speed trigger offering a range of 1-1,700 rpm, it has two operating modes: hammer and rotation-only. The three-jaw chuck can accept a variety of bits, as well as adapters for metal and wood drilling. Bosch Power Tools; 877-267-2499; www.boschtools.com

 

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  The Mold Defense Shaftliner is designed for the drywall in elevator shafts, duct shafts, stairwells in high-rise construction and area-separation walls in multi-family construction. It is intended to resist formation of mold, mildew and moisture in the drywall with its anti-mold and mildew treated gypsum core and paper facings. The material is available in 1 in.-thick lengths of 8 to 12 ft. Lafarge Group; www.lafarge-na.com; 800-237-5505 Drywall Liner: Preventing Mold The Mold Defense Shaftliner is designed for the drywall in elevator shafts, duct shafts, stairwells in high-rise construction and area-separation walls in multi-family construction. It is intended to resist formation of mold, mildew and moisture in the drywall with its anti-mold and mildew treated gypsum core and paper facings. The material is available in 1 in.-thick lengths of 8 to 12 ft. Lafarge Group; www.lafarge-na.com; 800-237-5505

 

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  The SnakeEye III remote video inspection system features a lightweight, modular design for getting a clear view in tight spaces. The tiny LED camera sends color images back to the TFT-LCD display, with the option of recording images to a flash memory card for viewing on a personal computer. The camera is attached to a rigid, narrow wand capable of fitting into spaces as small as 1.1 in. in diameter. The SnakeEye III is built with a water-resistant, heavy-duty plastic case, designed to keep out dust and dirt particles. Titan Tool Supply; 716-873-9907; www.titantoolsupply.com