Smoother Ride: Comfortable Hauling The E Series of articulated haulers feature a new suspension system that has automatic leveling and stability control on all four wheels, allowing better handling at higher speeds and in off–road conditions. Hydraulic cylinders attached to each wheel are controlled by a system that monitors ground conditions, making adjustments as needed. The suspension system also reduces the vibrations felt by the driver. Volvo Construction Equipment; 322–482–502; www.volvo.com Cutting Stone: Reinforced Diamond Blades The SHOXX X20 diamond blade has a 20–mm segment height and is designed to cut a wide variety of materials, including reinforced concrete, brick
Stopping Falls: Locking Machinery The Traffic Vest Harness (left) is intended to arrest falls and aid work positioning. The FPD700/3D nylon vest–style, sized harness is built into a lightweight mesh traffic vest. The Cable Lockout (right) allows for the securing of single or multiple gate valves or circuit breaker boxes, as well as for the immobilizing of large or awkwardly shaped machinery. The hasp can accomidate up to six padlocks, preventing accidental startup. North Safety Products; 888–422–3798; www.northsafety.com First Line of Defense: Jobsite Alarm The SonoBlaster Work Zone Intrusion Alarm is intended to provide a clear, audible warning when a
Class 5 truck: Classy Design The Peterbilt Model 325 is the manufacturer's first ever Class 5 truck, intended for uses such as vehicle recovery and landscaping/construction. The truck is rated at 19,500 lb in a straight truck configuration, and its engine is available in 200–hp, 240–hp and 300–hp versions, with torque ratings up to 620 lb–ft. The truck features an all–aluminum cab, distinctive stainless steel grille and scratch–and–dent–resistant fenders and hood. Front and rear hydraulic disc brakes and a 6–speed manual transmission are standard, while an automatic transmission option is available. Peterbilt Motors Company, a division of PACCAR Inc; 800–473–8372;
Snow Guards: Winter Dangers A new line of pad and pipe-style snow guards deals with the threats of rooftop snow loads. The 2.5-in. snow guards are made of Kynar-coated aluminum and come in nine different shades to match the Ecostar tile product line. The snow guards have a wide face to deflect snow loads and are specially designed for steep-slope roofing systems. Installation consists solely of driving two roofing nails through the predrilled holes in the snow guards directly into the roof deck. EcoStar, a division of Carlisle SynTec Inc.; 800-211-7170; www.ecostar.carlisle.com Long Exposure: 36 Months The new Polystick TU
Articulated Dump Trucks: Multiple Upgrades John Deere's 250D, 300D, 350D and 400D models of articulated dump trucks now include Tier 3 EPA emissions compliant transmissions and engines, with an overall improved fuel economy. John Deere; 800/537-8233; www.johndeere.com GPS for Paving: Millimeter Precision The Millimeter GPS technology is now available to the paving industry, with the first three-dimensional GPS+ control system for pavers, profilers and trimmers. The system's laser transmitter sweeps a 2,000-ft-dia area with a 33-ft-high wall of laser light. A compact sensor mounted on a mast reads the laser signal, resulting in millimeter-precise vertical data. When combined with any
Air Speed Measurements: Handheld Solution The new Turbo Meter from Davis Instruments measures air velocities within a 3% accuracy, all in a compact 2.6 x 4.7 in., 3-lb package. A freely turning turbine rotates at a speed directly proportional to wind velocity, balanced on sapphire jewel bearings and measured by an infrared light beam to avoid adding friction. The handheld device can be used for air velocity measurements in ventilation shafts, air-conditioning conduits and chimney flues. It also is useful in fields such as crane operation, welding and mining. A bright LED display can give measurements in either feet per
Loading & Unloading: On More Idling The new No Idle System� on Retriever truck beds from Up-N-Atom Inc. allows loading and unloading while the truck�s engine is off. Using a compressed-air system instead of the truck�s hydraulics to power the deck and ramp, the unit can handle up to a 30,000-lb payload. The No Idle System�s 60-gallon air tanks are filled to 120 psi after the truck�s tanks are filled. Operating while the engine is off, the system will save fuel and reduce overall emissions. Up-n-Atom; www.upnatom.com; 866-798-8882 Diamond Blades: Reduced Friction Bosch�s new Speedwave diamond blades feature an innovative
Skid-Steer Loaders: Pressurized Cabs Caterpillar introduces a new line of four C-Series skid-steer loaders that offer an industry first: an optional sealed and pressurized cab with air-conditioning, heat and an air-suspension seat. The move is aimed at making operators more comfortable as skid steers move from a support to production role. The 272C is the largest model, with a 90-hp, turbocharged 3.3-liter diesel engine and an operating weight of 8,292 lb. Caterpillar; www.cat.com; 309-675-1000 Recycler/Stabilizer: More Horsepower The MPH122-2 features a new 482-hp, Tier 3-compliant turbocharged V6 Deutz diesel engine that produces 9% more horsepower than the previous model. The
PILE DRIVING ANALYZER: New Technology The PAX, a new model of Pile Driving Analyzer, is portable, battery operated and weighs only 10 lb. Its display doubles up as its control panel and keyboard and offers extremely high vis- ibility in all lighting conditions. The new device will offer remote data trans- mission capability via broadband internet. Firms that specialize in PDA test- ing services will have the ability to keep their engineers in the office, send only the instrument to the jobsite and use the PDA software to monitor the load test in an office computer. Pile Dynamics Inc.; 216-831-6131;
Pavers: Preserves Water Supplies Made of natural stone, Permapave Permeable Pavers are 100% porous and have a flow-through rate of up to 7.5 gallons per second per sq ft. The system provides a practical and economic solution for the elimination of 100% of all gross pollutants, an extremely high percentage of hydrocarbons and stormwater runoff at first flush from waterways and reduction in water loss or waste. Permapave Industries LLC; 516-584-2110; www.permapavellc.com Gas Fastening System: More Power The new C4-LT Trak-IT Tool is the industry’s first gas-actuated tool with enough power to fasten 2 x 4s into concrete, according to
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