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.)
Products Snapshot
The RIDGID Manual Hydraulic Bender is designed for precise cold bending of standard gaspipe, black-steel schedule pipe and stainless-steel schedule pipe. Bending angle indicatorsprovide a clear view of the angle of the pipe, reducing the need to stopand remeasure. The manual hydraulic bender is available in a 3/8-in.to 2-in.-capacity model or a 3/8-in. to 3-in.-capacity model and canaccept a wide range of accessories for special bending applications. RIDGID; 800-474-3443; www.ridgid.com
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The CAS45R and CAS60R rotary-screw air compressors are single-stage, pressure-lubricated compressors designed for mobile applications. They have rated capacities of 45 cfm at 150 psi and 60 cfm at 150 psi, respectively, and feature an integrated hydraulic after-cooler. Furthermore, the CA40P reciprocating air compressor is a two-stage, four-cylinder compressor designed for mobile applications that do not have high-volume air needs. It is rated at40 cfm at 100 psi. Iowa Mold Tooling Co; 800-247-5958; www.imt.com
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The Topcon MR-1 GNSS Receiver has 72 universal tracking channels and is capableof tracking all signals from GPS, GLONASS and SBAS satellite systems that are currently available for public use. The receiver uses Topcon's G3 and VISOR technologies andcan easily be integrated into an existing Topcon system. The MR-1 receiver is built to withstand rough jobsite conditions, with high vibration and shock tolerance and an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance. Topcon Positioning Systems; 925-245-8300; www.topconpositioning.com
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Bobcat has introduced a Turf-Friendly Replacement Track for its compact track loaders. The track is designed to fit T250, T300, T320, T750 and T770 models. The tracks are intended for working in landscaped areas and reduce the risk of damaging irrigation systems and underground utility lines. The rubber tracks are available in black and orange and are made of a proprietary rubber compound that will not leave marks on hard surfaces, such as concrete. Bobcat Co.; 701-241-8700; www.bobcat.com
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Mapelastic CI is a premixed, liquid-rubber crack-isolation membrane for installation under ceramic tile or stone. The membraneis applied with a brush or roller and can be used both indoor and outdoors. It can prevent potential in-plane cracking in concrete substrates up to 1/8 in. The membrane dries relatively quickly, allowing tile or stone installations after 30 to 50 minutes; the color changes to indicate it is dry. Mapelastic CI also meets ANSI A118.12 requirements for preventing in-plane floor cracks. MAPEI; 800-426-2734; www.mapei.com
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October 17, 2011
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