Government Product News articles from December 2008

Government Product News archives from December 2008

Hydrostatic trencher.(Up Front)
December 1, 2008... The Ditch Witch 1330 is a compact, low-maintenance hydraulic drive model that boasts a reversible digging chain for dislodging rocks or spoil caught in the chain. Features that boost the unit's reliability include: a hydraulic oil cooler that...

Particle-vision instrumentation software.(Up Front)
December 1, 2008... VisualSpreadsheet V2.0 is an interactive particle-image-analysis oftware program that permits on-the-fly filtering during data acquisition for faster detection of particles of interest. The program works with the company's FlowCAM automated...

Control systems for LED drivers and lamps.(Up Front)
December 1, 2008... The Simplicity LED line of controllers offers infinitely variable control of LED lighting units. Digital controls meet demanding architectural and energy management requirements. The controls serve a variety of functions, from sophisticated...

Public restrooms.(Up Front)
December 1, 2008... The lifespan of components used in the Public Restroom Co.'s restroom buildings is a minimum of 50 years, according to the company. The foundation for each structure is an 8-inch bridge-grade, steel-reinforced concrete slab. The concrete in the...

Generators.(Up Front)
December 1, 2008... Subaru's line of conventional generators includes the RGX2900 that features the manufacturer's EX Series overhead cam engine, which provides a maximum output of 2,900 watts. The RGV6100 model relies on the EH Series overhead-valve engine, which...

Equipment for meetings.(Up Front)
December 1, 2008... The immersive T3 system includes a telepresence server as well as a package of manufacturer-certified services that create an effective across-the-table executive meeting experience that can help speed decision making and unify an organization....

Safety markings for stairways.(Up Front)
December 1, 2008... Stairmaster 500-NG renovation treads for stairways are photoluminescent markings that install on the fronts of steps. When lights go out in a building, the markings on the front of the steps glow, and guide people going down the steps. The glow...

Insulated curtain walls.(Up Front)
December 1, 2008... The TZ Series eliminates the need to build expensive permanent insulated walls in applications where temperature and energy savings are critical. The series is flexible and adaptable, so users can quickly and easily partition large interior...

Auto-feed screwdriver.(Up Front)
December 1, 2008... The TY5100 screwdriver offers speeds up to 5,000 rpm to boost productivity in a variety of construction, crating and palleting applications. The Corner-Fit feed system allows for placement of screws in corners and around obstructions. The...

Infrastructure study: Status quo 'a precarious option' for U.S.(Government News)
December 1, 2008... The United States needs to overhaul its outdated regional infrastructure planning process and create a viable federal framework, according to a recent report co-published by the Urban Land Institute (ULI) and Ernst & Young. Maintaining the...

Phoenix Sky Harbor implements recycling program in concourses.(Government News)
December 1, 2008... Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport's employees, shops, restaurants and other business partners have been recycling for years, and now passengers can go green in Sky Harbor's concourses as well. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Eighty...

MassHighway invests in traffic management tool.(NEWS BRIEFS)
December 1, 2008... The I-91 and I-291 corridors in western Massachusetts will be among the first highways in the United States to benefit from communication provided by a traffic management tool known as an intelligent transportation system (ITS), according to...

Maryland county aims to juice up energy efficiency.(NEWS BRIEFS)
December 1, 2008... Prince George's County in Maryland has inked a deal with Pepco Energy Services that could provide more than $4 million in energy savings for county facilities over the 14-year life of the project. Under the agreement, Arlington, Va.-based...

Milwaukee mass transit gets a technology boost.(NEWS BRIEFS)
December 1, 2008... The Milwaukee County Transit System's 650 buses will be relying on an intelligent transportation system (ITS) for dispatching, communications and other functions. The transit system (MCTS) recently inked a one-year, $5 million contract...

Manage your skid-steer and track loader operating costs.(Best Practices)
December 1, 2008... When it comes to keeping operating costs in check for skid-steer and track loaders, Todd Lynnes, product marketing manager for Caterpillar, offered this advice: Focus on the things that you can control. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] With so...

Calendar of events.(Calendar)
December 1, 2008... December 2-4 Electronic Drive Transportation Association Conference and Exposition Washington, D.C. http://edta.orchidsuites.net/sites/conf2008/ 888-875-3976 or 202-408-0774...

Partitions.(ON THE COVER)
December 1, 2008... The RapidWire system of welded wire partitions features a modular design that allows users to combine standard parts to meet their specific requirements. The three basic components of the system--panels, posts and a range of door...

Power mover.(In Focus: Material Handling)
December 1, 2008... The newest cordless Cart-Mover from Appleton Manufacturing is available with a wide choice of hitch options. The compact, battery-powered Cart-Mover is designed to safely and securely move heavy loads on wheels. CartMover hitches come in unique...

Cart lifters.(In Focus: Material Handling)
December 1, 2008... The C/I Taskmaster Series of lifters is compatible with standard two-bar carts and tilt trucks equipped with lifting bars. To use, wheel the container to the lifter and press the "up" button. The lifter secures the cart to the lift plate, picks...

Mobile wire bin shelving.(In Focus: Material Handling)
December 1, 2008... Mobile wire bin shelving features Quantum shelf bins, which move parts and supplies to a job site. The wire shelving boasts polypropylene Quantum shelf bins with reinforced side ribs, wide hopper fronts and slotted label holders for product...

Crate cart.(In Focus: Material Handling)
December 1, 2008... Creform's crate cart handles long, heavy and awkwardly sized containers. It maneuvers through tight aisleways and limited-space storage areas. Its simple construction with sufficient cross-bracing throughout the length of the cart ensures that...

Vacuum lifter.(In Focus: Material Handling)
December 1, 2008... A below-the-hook vacuum lifter for large-diameter porous loads (such as grinding wheels, graphite, composite materials and fiberglass) features an adjustable pivoting handlebar that incorporates all vacuum attachments and crane controls in a...

Forklift attachment.(In Focus: Material Handling)
December 1, 2008... The Model L4F-QC forklift attachment includes an automatic cam device that locks the attachment to the forklift, eliminating safety chains and the need for a driver to dismount the truck to secure the attachment to the forklift. The attachment...

Stationary stands and mobile trolleys.(In Focus: Material Handling)
December 1, 2008... Nexus stationary stands and mobile trolleys complement any maintenance, repair or assembly workspace. Stationary stand frames are sturdy, heavy-gauge steel. With the addition of a work surface, the stand becomes a workbench. Both stands and...

Vehicle restraint.(In Focus: Material Handling)
December 1, 2008... The Model STR-4100 Dok-Lok vehicle restraint has been improved to stabilize the trailer with heavier loads up to 35,000 pounds. The restraint is engineered to improve loading dock productivity, reduce material damage and decrease dock equipment...

Rubber hoses.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... Rubber hoses now complement the manufacturer's lines of extruded rubber seals and gaskets. The product line includes fuel line, heater hose, air conditioning hose and California Air Resources Board (CARB)-compliant hose for applications with...

Digital power clamp meter.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... Model 667C is an RMS three-phase digital power clamp meter measuring three-phase three-wire, three-phase four-wire and single-phase circuits to 600 volts at 1,000 amps with power measurements to 600 kilowatts. The meter features a 10,000-count,...

On-car brake lathes.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... Two on-car brake lathes, Models OCL410 and OCL430MD, now ship with a new patent-pending reverse rotation feature. Reversing rotation is beneficial when servicing some vehicles with limited slip differentials, which produce excessive drag on the...

High-resolution cameras.(Catalogs)
December 1, 2008... Visiontech's 2009 product catalog features the new line of 550TVL low-lux Vari-Focal and fixed-lens color cameras with Sony Super HAD high-resolution CCD. The catalog details the company's line of high-and medium-resolution black/white, color,...

Bird deterrents.(Catalogs)
December 1, 2008... Bird-B-Gone's latest catalog features the company's line of bird deterrents that are designed to solve virtually any pest bird problem. The full-color, 45-page catalog includes the Bird Spike 2001 and Bird Net 2000 as well as new products such...

Traffic safety products.(Catalogs)
December 1, 2008... TAPCO's 2008 catalog details the company's line of traffic and parking control products. The 331-page catalog includes a free poster of all approved MUTCD traffic signs. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Traffic & Parking Control, Elm Grove, Wis....

Pipe supports.(Catalogs)
December 1, 2008... OMG Roofing Products has released new literature on its full line of Oly-Flow PipeGuard pipe supports. The two-page color brochure provides complete technical, sizing and installation information. PipeGuard is available in five sizes, and it...

Site furnishings.(Catalogs)
December 1, 2008... The Plastic Lumber Co.'s catalog details the company's line of recycled picnic tables, benches and waste receptacles. Other products include bike racks, skateboard blockers, parking stops and speed bumps. Products are available through GSA...

Safety storage equipment.(Catalogs)
December 1, 2008... SECURALL hazardous waste cabinets, pesticide cabinets, laboratory cabinets, weatherproof cabinets, hazmat chemical storage lockers and firearm/security safes are among the products detailed in A&A Sheet Metal Products' catalog. The catalog...

Fueling components.(Catalogs)
December 1, 2008... OPW Fueling Components' 2008-2009 product catalog provides insight on the thousands of fueling products and systems that are offered by OPW's five operating units: Dispensing Products, Environmental Systems, Fueling Containment Systems, Fuel...

Signage.(Catalogs)
December 1, 2008... Simple Signs' maintenance-free signage systems can be used in a variety of settings. Custom architectural signs are precision computer-routed and tailored to customers' design specifications. Vandal-resistant routed signs feature UV-stabilized...

Welding reels.(Catalogs)
December 1, 2008... Hannay Reels' selection of welding reels can be used for mobile and fixed installations, arc welding, gas welding and cutting installations. SWCR/WCR arc welding reels with power or manual rewind are designed to handle No. 2 through 4/0 cable...

Golf products.(Catalogs)
December 1, 2008... The Rain Bird 2008 golf products catalog details the company's line of irrigation and water-management products for golf courses, including gear-driven rotors, valves, controllers, central control systems, pump stations and other products. The...

Tables.(ON THE COVER)
December 1, 2008... GREENGUARD-certified TEXT tables are designed for technology-based offices, conference settings and related environments. Designed by the award-winning team of Peter Glass and Bob Mills, the tables feature elliptical legs, swooping yokes and...

Maintenance bypass switch.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... The FirstLine wall-mounted maintenance bypass switch features "make-before-break" interlock technology. Tailored to meet the needs of most UPS installations, the switch provides a safe means of removing a UPS from the circuit while maintaining...

Controlled-power rivet busters.(ON THE COVER)
December 1, 2008... Chicago Pneumatic's rivet busters feature a controlled-power system that prevents blank firing when a unit's bumpers are worn: the piston, which would otherwise fire excess energy to the front end of the cylinder, is stopped when air is allowed...

Shoulder filler/mulcher.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... The Tiger Claw, consisting of 12 rotating disks on a steel frame, is designed to attach to any 70-horsepower or higher tractor. By using material already on the roadside to fill ruts caused by water runoff, it fills and contours hard-surface...

Stackable carts.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Completely assembled carts--with wheels, stop bars, axles and lids in place--can be nested on top of one another at a minimum of five high, thereby reducing storage, fuel and delivery costs, with up to four times more carts per trip load. The...

Boring tool.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... The Grundomat piercing tool is constructed from durable hardened alloy steel and reliable machined components. It is equipped with an advanced reversing system as well as an in-line lubrication system. The tool has a reciprocating stepped-cone...

Leaf blower.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Due to its patented swivel mechanism, the Whisper Twister can rotate 180 degrees with one hydraulic cylinder, thus enabling a single no-turn sweep so leaves can blow in one direction continuously without backing up. The blower can be front- or...

Organic-waste containers.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Three different styles of containers collect and transport yard, kitchen and food waste for curbside collection. The yard-waste cart (available in 65- or 95-gallon sizes, for semi-automated or automated collection) features a ventilation system...

Aluminum geodesic roofs.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... The Ultradome's weather-resistant surface and self-supporting, spherical structure provide a low-maintenance, protective roof with increased overhead space for water and wastewater treatment plants. Two different designs are available: The...

Anti-microbial process media.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... KDF's anti-microbial 55 process medium and 85 process medium are high-purity granulated copper and zinc-based alloys for water pretreatment, primary treatment and wastewater applications. They extend system life, lower total cost, decrease...

Street lighting.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Sternberg's 1914 Libertyville Series of lights and light fixtures is designed to facilitate assembly and maintenance and accommodate for widely varying aesthetic preferences. The fitter assembly of the light, with a Quick Disconnect feature,...

Hinged manhole unit.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... The hinged design on East Jordan Iron Works' recycled-material manhole unit is adaptable to currently installed infrastructure and enables it to open up to 120 degrees, where it can rest securely or be removed. If desired, an optional cam lock...

Street sweeper.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... The Mark II Victory Sweeper features several unique hopper and hood characteristics, including a raised hopper body height; a fixed, non-adjustable main air chamber; and independent controls that clear buildup in the front of the hood to...

Corrugated structures.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Super-Cor, Big R Bridge's lightweight galvanized steel corrugation profile, provides durability for structures such as bridges and vehicle and railway underpasses (properly designed and installed, a structure will last over 100 years, according...

Grinders.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... DuraTech industrial grinders are designed to meet municipalities' clearing and recycling needs. Grinders range from 325 to 950 horsepower. With its CAT C27 950-horsepower diesel engine, the new 9564 horizontal grinder can grind an entire tree....

Double-wall trench shields.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Four-, 6- and 8-inch-wide double-wall trench shields, available in a wide variety of heights and lengths, feature a honeycomb-interior skeleton, high-tensile-strength spreader pins, stacking sockets and 1/2-inch wear plates to help maintain...

Small-frame skid steers.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... John Deere's 313 and 315 skid-steer models feature 45-horsepower engines inside machines 59 inches wide to accomplish heavy lifting and compact maneuvering. Operating capacities for the 313 and 315 are 1,300 and 1,500 pounds; if desired, 7- by...

Portable heat pump.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Using a large-coil system, the Mach 1811 11/2-ton portable heat pump offers up to a 21,000-Btu heating capacity and 17,000-Btu cooling capacity for emergency heating and cooling in public works and other projects. The 115-volt heat pump also...

Independent wing-pivot snowplow.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... The hydraulically powered MegaBlade Revolution snowplow, with its independently movable two-wing design, can rotate each wing from 0 to 150 degrees. The center moldboard can be configured to straight, scoop, box or compact positions for...

Salt slurry generator.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... The salt slurry generator saves time and material by introducing liquid ingredients to general-purpose roadway rock salt. Partial breakdown of the salt inside the generator results in a 70:30 mixed slurry for direct application to both prevent...

Hybrid pothole patcher.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... The PB hybrid patcher's electric generator and battery system improve fuel economy and reduce harmful emissions. Unlike conventional pothole patchers, which require a truck chassis engine that must run continually to power the patching...

Mechanical street sweeper.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... The Allianz 3000 three-wheeled sweeper integrates several features designed to promote safety, including a centralized, weatherproof systems locker for protecting hydraulic and electrical components; a center-mounted hopper for stability and...

Heavy-duty snow blades.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Bobcat's 86-, 96- and 108-inch Series of snow blades attaches to a number of Bobcat skid-steer loaders, compact track loaders and utility work machines. Operators can angle each blade 30 degrees to the left or right while still retaining...

Wheel loaders.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Separate hydraulic pumps for power steering and load sensing make it possible for L45F and L50F wheel loaders to retain full steering power without compromising lift ability. To conserve fuel, oil flow on the load-sensing pump is automatically...

Bulk spreader.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... A 1.4-cubic-yard hopper, constructed of durable lightweight polyethylene, enables the V-Maxx SP-7550 bulk spreader to complete large road de-icing tasks that municipalities typically perform. Like other models in the V-Maxx spreader series, the...

Zero-turn mowers.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Models 729BT (29-horsepower) and 735BT (35-horsepower) FrontMount zero-turn mowers feature an engine and drive train isolated from the operator platform, so users feel no vibrations while mowing. Front-mounted decks, available in 48-, 52- and...

Dissolved-oxygen sensor.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... The Triton DO8 detects and records water's dissolved-oxygen content in ambient temperatures ranging from 0 to 140 F and withstands a maximum of 10 bars of pressure for dependable function in water-treatment facilities. A fluorescence-quenching...

Redesigned sweeper chassis.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... The Freightliner M2 chassis, designed for Elgin's Eagle four-wheeled broom sweeper, features a relocated side toolbox and fuel tank, so the entire ensemble is no longer than a traditional cab-over-chassis sweeper. To further increase ease of...

Skid-steer/tractor loader snow blades.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Ninety-inch-wide steel blades with a 3/8- by 6-inch cutting edge attach to Worksaver's SBS skid-steer and SBFL tractor loader lines to clear large areas of snow. Both configurations come standard with adjustable-depth skid shoes and a...

Wastewater-recycling system.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Electrocoagulation and polymer injection work in tandem in the Water Maze EC1-300A to treat a broad range of waste-stream components, including suspended solids, heavy metals and emulsified oils, resulting from pressure washing applications....

Electronic-engine wheel loader.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... Designed for construction and sewer/water applications, the Case 521E is powered by an all-electronic 135-net-horsepower engine; common-rail fuel injection allows for cleaner, more efficient combustion by burning fuel more thoroughly. The...

Multi-position snowplow wing accessory.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... To install Meyer's new multi-position EZ-Wing MP attachment, operators simply bolt the product to any Lot Pro contractor plow moldboard; the wings change angles with adjustment of a single quick-disconnect pin. The EZ-Wing MP can be arranged in...

Sand/salt-spreader attachment.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... HTC's Model 1218 road sander attachment adds to the hydraulic truck conveyor's asphalt-spreading and pothole-filling applications to create a year-round tool capable of spreading both sand and salt over two lanes of highway. Operators can...

Stormwater-management system.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... StormTrap's precast-concrete modular stormwater-management system is custom-designed to meet each site's unique characteristics. The SingleTrap design exceeds HS-20 loading with only 6 inches of cover, making it ideal for projects with limited...

Excavation safety training.(SPECIAL COVERAGE: Public Works)
December 1, 2008... National Trench Safety's Competent Person Training Program, following National Underground Contractors Association (NUCA) guidelines, meets OSHA's training requirements to ensure safe and efficient working conditions for all employees. Training...

Compact equipment.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... Terex Construction has introduced a dedicated compact equipment line, distributed throughout North America. The line includes Terex-branded compact track loaders, featuring ASV-patented Posi-Track undercarriage technology. The line also...

Fountain.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... The Play Tower-2 delivers a fun fountain effect of spraying water. Set to run for up to two minutes with one push, the tower can become the center of attention on a hot day. The unit is available in 17 colors. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Centrifugal pumps.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... Centrifugal pump Models RD-12 and RD-12Z provide an external flow adjustment feature via a 1-5-volt DC third-wire input, making overall systems more energy-efficient. The pumps are available in hose barb and threaded connections. The RD Series...

Deck equipment haulers.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... Two new deckover equipment haulers transport construction, paving or landscaping equipment plus attachments and materials. The EH824-14 offers a GVWR of 14,000 pounds, enabling it to carry up to 9,500 pounds of equipment and materials. The...

Fitness complex.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... The Intensity fitness play complex features components that are fitness-oriented and challenging, such as grids of rope to work muscles, spinners that promote core torso strengthening, discs that call for balance and a glider that promotes...

Emergency lighting.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... The Intelli-Charge diagnostics platform now is a standard feature with the Fusion Series of architectural emergency lighting. The Intelli-Charge diagnostics platform continuously monitors all critical functions of the Fusion Series, and the...

Concrete resurfacer.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... The Meadow-Patch T2 is a two-component concrete resurfacer for repairing damaged concrete slabs. The product will repair minor deterioration such as spalling or scaling. After mixing, the product becomes a creamy, easy-to-apply mixture that can...

Locking director's portfolio.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... A. Rifkin's locking director's portfolio covertly protects documents that are constantly on the move. The simulated leather portfolio contains a built-in high-security keyed lock to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive files. The portfolio...

Pipe and tubing cutter.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... The RC-2375 ratcheting plastic pipe and tubing cutter enables fast, easy and accurate cutting of up to 2 3/8-inch O.D. capacity. The blade design and ratcheting mechanism reduce the amount of force needed to cut through plastic pipe and tubing....

Trencher parts.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... Underground Tools' line of trencher parts includes chains, cutting systems and sprockets, all coupled with exclusive DirtSmart technical service. All parts are made with steel and carbide and are heat-treated to ensure strength. They are...

Pest-control fill fabric.(Marketplace)
December 1, 2008... Stop infestation before it begins with Xcluder rodent- and pest-control permanent fill fabric. Made with patented stainless steel and polyfiber technology, the fabric fills entrance cracks, holes, gaps and crevices at half the cost of copper...