Government Product News articles from May 2004

Government Product News archives from May 2004

Bullet-proof vest doubles as a briefcase or purse.(Front lines: presenting promising programs, projects, and products)
May 1, 2004... Life insurance can now be conveniently carried by the general public, thanks to a new line of folding, bullet-proof vests. Called Life Case, the vests cater to diplomats, police officers, travelers, and anyone else seeking on-the-go personal...

Security system combats waterborne terrorist attacks.(Front lines: presenting promising programs, projects, and products)
May 1, 2004... Following the October 2000 bombing of the USS Cole, in the waters near Yemen, U.S. Navy officials requested development of a security system to help protect ships and ports. To meet military orders, Waterside Sentry System was designed by...

Drain and sewer cleaning equipment.
May 1, 2004... Full line of drain-cleaning tools and cables unclogs everything from sinks, toilets, shower stalls, floor drains, overhead pipelines, vents, and downspouts to industrial waste lines, sanitary sewers, and storm sewers. Electric- or...

Furniture, appliances & office supplies on GSA.
May 1, 2004... Capitol has been supplying goods and services on GSA Schedule for almost 20 years. In addition to being a leading distributor of office, lodging, and household furniture, Capitol is a major source of name-brand appliances and electronics to the...

Safety Storage, Inc.
May 1, 2004... Safety Storage, Inc., the industry leader, pioneered the pre-fabricated, relocatable steel building for the safe storage, handling, and use of chemical and hazardous materials in 1982. Located in Hollister, CA, Safety Storage is a privately...

Enjoy outdoor recreation with amenities galore.
May 1, 2004... Now celebrating its 56th year of serving the park and recreation industry, Belson Outdoors continues its tradition of providing top-quality products at factory-direct prices. Flip through our catalog to find benches, bike racks, bleachers,...

Storage cabinets and lockers.
May 1, 2004... With Strong Hold products, 12-gauge steel is sheared, formed, welded, steam-cleaned, and electrostatically painted to produce cabinets, lockers, shop desks, tables, and carts that withstand years of tough treatment. Three-point locking system...

Pull stakes in seconds.
May 1, 2004... Extract road signs, tent stakes, concrete steel form pins, canopy stakes, and more with hand-held Stakepuller. To use, slip base around bottom of pipe, push handle, and pump 2 or 3 times. Puller will grip stake and pull upward and out. Two...

Discover "America's finest" park equipment.
May 1, 2004... Since 1954, Kay Park Recreation Corp. has manufactured top-quality park equipment. View full line of park furnishings in full-color catalog. Tables and benches offer 5 plank options: aluminum, recycled plastic, wood, fiberglass, or Vinylast...

Athletic field sprinklers.
May 1, 2004... Kifco Water-Reel self-traveling sprinklers are now available in 11 different sizes to ensure there is a Water-Reel to fit your needs. They are ideal portable irrigation systems for areas from 1 to 35 acres. Machines for larger areas are also...

Hydraulic tailgates.
May 1, 2004... Equip pickup trucks, service bodies, vans, flat beds, trailers, stake bodies, and more with selection of Toplifter, Stow-Away, Sideloader, and conventional tailgates. Medium- and heavy-duty tailgates also available. All equipment comes in a...

Kett tool single-speed power shears.
May 1, 2004... KD-200 double-cut power shears tackle cutting jobs from sheet metal to plastic formica. Feeds and cuts up to 18-gauge mild steel or 20-gauge stainless steel without bending or warping because all distortion is in the coiled waste strip. New...

Deicing and anti-icing products combat winter.
May 1, 2004... To keep roadways, runways, and other surfaces free of ice and snow, turn to equipment in 12-page guide. Find many products to store, transfer, or apply liquid or granular ice-control materials. Line includes vertical tanks to store and/or...

Turbo turf hydroseeding systems.
May 1, 2004... Turbo Turf Hydroseeding Systems are manufactured in sizes from 50 to 2,000 gals. The product line includes small units that are Ideal for parks departments and smaller roadside repairs and larger units for bigger projects. Hydroseeding...

Rodent control products.
May 1, 2004... Bell Laboratories, Inc., the world leader in rodent control technology, manufactures a complete line of rodent control products, including baits, adhesives, mechanical traps, and bait stations. Bell's baits, including Contrac, Final, and...

Enclosed cargo trailers.
May 1, 2004... No matter what your trade, Pace has the perfect solution to your trailering needs. As America's largest manufacturer of enclosed trailers, we offer a complete line of trailers from 5 by 8 ft. to 8 1/2 by 50 ft. to fit your needs exactly. Need...

Anti-slip safety stair and walkway products.
May 1, 2004... We have been furnishing state-of-the-art anti-slip Safety Treads and Safety Surfaces for 83 years! OSHA- and ADA-compliant products help prevent slips and falls indoors and out. Attach to fresh or existing concrete, as well as wood and steel....

Flail-master is your best choice for quality mower parts.
May 1, 2004... Flail-Master[R] has been serving the mowing industry for more than 30 years, with most of what we sell being produced right here in the United States. We provide our customers with affordable, quality replacement parts for various types of...

Floor care from Minuteman International, Inc.
May 1, 2004... Automatic walk-behind and rider scrubbers cover paths up to 38 ins. wide. Boast rugged construction, aggressive cleaning, and exceptional economy. Also find heavy-duty and critical filter vacuums, floor and carpet machines, PowerBoss[R]...

Hannay Reels provides newly updated hose reel catalog.
May 1, 2004... Hannay Reels' ALL NEW user-friendly hose reel catalog now includes lubrication and portable hose reels with streamlined charts to illustrate dimensions. The full-color catalog incorporates complete information, drawings, and specifications for...

Hannay Reels provides cable reel catalog.
May 1, 2004... Hannay's cable reel catalog features complete information on manual, spring, and power rewind cable reels for a variety of industrial applications. Cable reels are ideal for use in rescue and hazmat operations, grounds maintenance and repair,...

Hannay Reels' new pressure wash reel catalog.
May 1, 2004... Hannay Reels introduces a new 4-color catalog featuring its line of pressure wash reels for use in steam cleaning, washdown, general maintenance, and spray operations. PW Series reels allow quick mounting to almost any type of pressure washer,...

Hannay Reels publishes welding reel catalog.
May 1, 2004... Hannay Reels provides a catalog of complete information and updated specifications on its most popular welding reels. These rugged and durable reels protect valuable hose and cable while improving efficiency and safety in are welding, gas...

Stainless steel reel catalog.
May 1, 2004... Hannay Reels offers a new 4-color catalog featuring complete specifications on its most popular stainless steel hose reels. These reels are designed for washdown, chemical transfer, potable water, food ingredient transfer, fuel, and fire...

Grasshopper Frontmount[TM] True Zeroturn[TM] mowers.
May 1, 2004... Brochure highlights Grasshopper's complete line of FrontMount[TM] True ZeroTurn[TM] mowers with outfront decks, PowerVac[TM] large-capacity collection systems, and all-season implements. Choice of 14- to 32-hp., liquid-or air-cooled gas,...

360 degrees of total observation!
May 1, 2004... When you think "SAFETY AND SECURITY," think K-10! Eliminate blind spots and put an end to dangerous in-plant, warehouse, office complex, and facility-related accidents in high-traffic areas and corridor intersections with K-10 proven series of...

Use Rolyan Buoys for marking, mooring, and more.
May 1, 2004... Rolyan Buoys is your single source for a complete line of buoys for regulation, marking, and mooring. Our complete line includes regulatory buoys, can buoys, red and green channel markers, barrier and pontoon floats for dam safety, mooring...

Adorn public areas with concrete site amenities.
May 1, 2004... Choose from a variety of durable, pre-cast planters, tables, benches, waste receptacles, drinking fountains, and more for indoor and outdoor use. Standard and custom designs come in a wide array of aggregate finishes. All fountains, benches,...

The Guide to Cracksealing.
May 1, 2004... Cracksealing is a proven method to extend pavement life. The Guide to Cracksealing is the newest how-to resource explaining safety, crack preparation, sealant types, sealant application, and blotting. This popular guide is the 2nd Edition in...

100% biodegradable erosion control blankets.
May 1, 2004... North American Green's BioNet[R] natural, biodegradable erosion control blankets help provide environmentally and wildlife friendly vegetation establishment. Encased in jute netting, the top netting on BioNet products is lone woven to ensure...

Jesco Industries, Inc.
May 1, 2004... Find a wide variety of material handling, safety, guarding, and wire mesh products, including dumping hoppers, guard rails, machine enclosures, and storage lockers. We offer wire mesh partitions in 1 1/2-in, diamond and 2- by 1-in. rectangular...

Vixen Hill Gazebos and Bandstands.
May 1, 2004... Vixen Hill Gazebos and Bandstands are artistically balanced and skillfully constructed of the finest materials available. We have redefined the state of pre-engineering to eliminate the guesswork and provide ease of installation at any point of...

Sewer-cleaning equipment.
May 1, 2004... KEG Technologies, Inc., is a manufacturer of high quality, high performance sewer-cleaning nozzles, floor cleaners, and chain root cutters. Our products are used on jetter trailer, pumper truck, or combination pumper/ vacuum truck units. We...

Lightweight pavement-marking stencils.
May 1, 2004... Street marking is a breeze with pavement stencils from White Mule. These lightweight stencils are made of durable polyolefin plastic, which won't warp or splinter. Designed to meet all current state and federal standards, these long-lasting...

Jesco.(Website Guide)
May 1, 2004... Visit Jesco-Wipco online to find a wide range of wire lockers, mesh partitions, pallet guards, package trucks, baskets, and other material-handling products. An alphabetical product listing directs users to corresponding page in 75-page...

North American Green.(Website Guide)
May 1, 2004... North American Green, a leading supplier of erosion control blankets and turf reinforcement mats, has recently updated and redesigned its Websites www.nagreen.com and www.vmax3.com. Find new test data, new product information, the latest online...

Sprayer Specialties, Inc.(Website Guide)
May 1, 2004... Sprayer Specialties, Inc., offers electronic sprayer controls and sensors; foam markers; marker guidance systems; centrifugal, piston, and squeeze pumps; poly planter, pick-up, drainable leg, vertical storage, and applicator tanks; spot...

Petersen precast site furnishings.(Website Guide)
May 1, 2004... Public safety and the protection of government buildings have taken on a new sense of urgency. Petersen Mfg. concrete Site Furnishings can provide the strength, flexibility, and aesthetics needed in precast barriers. Find many styles of...

Grasshopper full-line Website.(Website Guide)
May 1, 2004... The Grasshopper Co. manufactures a complete line of True Zero-Turn[TM] FrontMount[TM] power units, decks, collection systems, and attachments, as well as a line of MidMount[TM] mowers for commercial and governmental use. Grasshopper's Website...

Minuteman's popular Website.(Website Guide)
May 1, 2004... Minuteman's updated Website offers visitors and shareholders complete information about Minuteman Floor Cleaning Equipment, PowerBoss, Multi-Clean Chemicals, and Minuteman Parker, as well as product releases, company history, financial...

Hazmat storage buildings.(Website Guide)
May 1, 2004... Safety Storage, Inc., pioneered the prefabricated, relocatable steel building in 1982 for the safe storage, handling, and use of chemicals and hazardous materials. Since then, the product line has grown to include numerous pre-engineered series...

Heavy-duty enclosed trailers.(Website Guide)
May 1, 2004... As America's largest manufacturer of enclosed trailers for commercial, racing, and recreational uses, Pace American knows what you demand in a heavy-duty, commercial-quality trailer. Superior construction and materials. Eye-catching styling....

Grills galore, benches, and more.(Website Guide)
May 1, 2004... For 56 years, Belson Outdoors, Inc., has been manufacturing professional, unique equipment for recreational needs. Access Website for details about full product line: barbecue grills (including new stainless steel models), picnic tables,...

Connectable mats create traffic-ready "roads".(What's New)
May 1, 2004... VersaMats, which feature flat, slip-resistant AlturnaGrip finish, are made of 1/2-in.-thick polyethylene and come in sizes 3 by 8 ft. and 4 by 8 ft. Pre-drilled holes accept flat Turn-A-Links, which lock mats together to form continuous walkway...

Composite fencing looks like cedar, keeps its color.(What's New)
May 1, 2004... Fairwood Fencing, made of wood-filled polyethylene, will not rot, splinter, or split. Resists termites and carpenter ants. Cedar tone boasts UV. inhibitors to minimize color fading. Boards measure 1/2 in. thick and either 3 1/2 or 5 1/4 ins....

Portable lectern caters to various presenter needs.(What's New)
May 1, 2004... Model ADA-1 portable floor lectern meets the needs of mobility-impaired speakers and lecturers. Allows appropriate line of sight from presenter to audience and is ergonomically designed for maximum user comfort and utility. When not in use,...

Free poster tells how to respond to a biological, chemical, or dirty bomb attact.(News, Views, and Projects From The Public Sector)
May 1, 2004... NEWS, VIEWS, AND PROJECTS FROM THE PUBLIC SECTOR A colorful, easy-to-read poster that describes steps to take before and after a biological, chemical, or dirty bomb attack has been created by National Defense University (NDU) biologists,...

DHS defines future public safety wireless communications needs.(News, Views, and Projects From The Public Sector)
May 1, 2004... Future technology requirements for public safety wireless communications and interoperability have been issued by the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate. The first comprehensive Statement of...

FEMA's on-line course helps schools develop emergency operations plans.(News, Views, and Projects From The Public Sector)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2004... The Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has unveiled an on-line, independent study course that will help educators and first responders develop effective emergency operations plans for the wide array of...

Passport safety, privacy face off.(News, Views, and Projects From The Public Sector)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2004... The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is developing new worldwide passport standards that include digitized photos and may also feature radio-frequency identification (RFID) chips for storing and transmitting information about...

Monitor filters hide confidential data screens from prying eyes.(Office And Communications Solutions)
May 1, 2004... Privacy Filters attach to desktop and laptop computer screens to prevent unauthorized parties or casual passers-by from viewing sensitive onscreen information at workstations and in open work environments. Microlouver technology works like mini...

Rotary file doubles storage capacity of valuable office floorspace.(Office And Communications Solutions)
May 1, 2004... Space-efficient alternative to lateral and vertical files, Rotary Storage system contains 2 back-to-back banks of riles or shelving that rotate to double storage space of cabinet footprint. Stores virtually any type of material with adjustable...

Printer speeds color images to wide-format inkjet media.(Office And Communications Solutions)
May 1, 2004... Nova Jet 1000i uses 640-nozzle print-head and Intelligent Mask Technology to optimize color gamut, density, and vibrancy of Quantum Inks for printing photographic quality, UV.-and water-resistant images on Kodak wide-format inkjet media. Has...

Desks, tables, chairs, and furnishings team up for office coordination.(Cover Item)
May 1, 2004... Perpetual line promotes a unified look for workplace areas from private offices to employee break rooms. Select from more than 24 work surfaces, tables, ergonomic chairs, stools, storage options, an adjustable paper-management system, and...

Ergonomic chair energizes enervated executives.(Office And Communications Solutions)
May 1, 2004... Avalon AVOC1 executive upholstered chair boasts body-loving controls that comfort and invigorate users. Includes back-height adjustment, back angle, seat and back multitilt lock, adjustable tilt tension, forward seat tilt, and pneumatic...

Free guide identifies solutions for lighting control.(Office And Communications Solutions)
May 1, 2004... The Lighting Control Best Practice Guide for Office Buildings offers 60 pgs. of application-specific designs, specifications, and installation-guides for lighting controls in of lice buildings. Identifies control solutions that incorporate a...

Multimedia lectern addresses large conference venues.(Office And Communications Solutions)
May 1, 2004... Sympodium L250 interactive lectern is a multimedia presentation unit that suits large lecture halls, auditoriums, and conference centers. Features LCD screen mounted on adjustable arm with interactive pen that controls and writes over...

Repositionable strip posts presentation materials anywhere, instantly.(Office And Communications Solutions)
May 1, 2004... Tac-On paper hanger adhesive posting strip sticks to any flat surface to create instant paper sheet displays in conference rooms, hotel meeting rooms, on any clean, dust- and grease-free surface. Cut to length with scissors, peel liner, and...

Portable storage drive authenticates access with user's thumbprints.(Office And Communications Solutions)
May 1, 2004... ClipDrive Bio portable USB flash drive with secure partitioned disk stores up to 2 GB of data, with transfer rates of 8 MB/sec., in a thumb-sized, key-ring device that weighs less than 1 oz. All data written to secure partitions are encrypted...

Hand-held computer assists parking-enforcement officers who issue tickets.(Cover Item)
May 1, 2004... TicketManager consists of an electronic data-capture system that includes a weather-resistant, hand-held computer; portable printer for issuing on-site citations; and software that connects with a central database server. Operates via wireless,...

Color copiers claim improved imaging quality.(Office And Communications Solutions)
May 1, 2004... Multifunctional e-STUDIO211c and 311c (shown) offer color copier/printer/scanner functions in one network system. Image consistency controls and new toners reduce image distortion and reproduce more natural halftones. Drum drive unit reduces...

Roll-down door locks to secure files.(Office And Communications Solutions)
May 1, 2004... Aurora shelving units now offer the locking Quik-Roll Security Door to protect confidential documents or patient information under HIPAA compliance. Locks with a single-push-button keyed lock. Counter-balanced door gently springs up when system...

Windows-based software offers remote control of bridge lighting and more.(Cover Item)
May 1, 2004... HomeSeer V 1.7 Home Automation Software was recently selected to control lighting on New York City's Mid-Hudson Bridge. The Windows-based software was readily customized to provide remote ON-OFF control and scheduling for different sections and...

Curbside carts encourage organic waste recycling.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Promote organic waste recycling with polyethylene, 40-liter Organic Carts. No internal catch points and multiple grab areas ease handling. Nest stops prevent carts from sticking together when stacked. Ground contact points increase stability....

Disc duplicator helps distribute CD and DVD data.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Bravo II Disc Publisher allows hands-free, automated production of up to 25 CDs or DVDs per job. Robotic mechanism transports discs into built-in, 52X CD-R recorder or optional Pioneer combo DVD [+ or -] R/CD-R recorder. After recording, discs...

Portable plastic safety barriers set up in minutes.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Two people can set up 200 ft. of polyethylene safety barriers in less than 30 mins. without crane and boom truck. Barriers weigh 120 lbs. when empty, 1,000 lbs. when filled with water. Pivot hinge pin locks each 7 1/2-ft. section together at...

Patrol and rescue boat guards waters around Lady Liberty.(Cover Item)
May 1, 2004... The U.S. Park Police recently purchased a 44-ft. Dauntless Class vessel to patrol New York Harbor around the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and surrounding waters. Crews will rely on the boat to expedite search-and-rescue or diving missions,...

2004 calendar of events.(Calendar)
May 1, 2004... 2004 Calendar of Events May 17-20 WasteExpo 2004 June Dallas, TX www.wasteexposhow.com 800-927-5007 21-27 American Society for Training ...

Tractor scrubber keeps grounds clean and clear.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Model SR9772 Tractor Scrubber boasts 72-in. scrub path and 600 lbs. of down force for heavy-duty outdoor cleaning. Stainless steel 200-gal. solution and 210-gal. recovery tanks minimize downtime spent refilling. Large clean-out doors and...

Bollard covers bring beauty to unsightly posts.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Polyethylene Planter Bollard fits over existing guard posts for fast, permanent installation. Never needs painting. Top portion of bollard is shaped like a bowl for use as a planter, ash tray, or bird bath. Available in custom colors and...

Through extreme heat and cold, epoxy's bond will hold.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Two-component EP35 epoxy adhesive cures at room temperature. Works in temperatures from -60[degrees]F. to 500[degrees] F. Features a 100 to 70 mix ratio by weight. Apply without sagging or dripping, even on vertical surfaces. Bond resists...

Fire-alarm control panels adapt to any size building.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Flex 400 Series offers a choice of 4 fire-alarm control panels for new or existing installations. Flex 402 and 404, for small facilities, offer maintenance alerts, freeze warnings, and synchronization of audible signals and strobe lights, using...

Pavement patch.(Fact File)
May 1, 2004... QPR permanent pavement repair requires no heating, mixing, or tacking. Remains pliable from -15[degrees] to 105[degrees] F. Adheres to wet concrete, steel, or asphalt. QPR, Alpharetta, GA CIRCLE 357 ON READER CARD OR LINK TO THE VENDOR...

Lighting.(Fact File)
May 1, 2004... Instant on/off Night Scan Lighting offers high lumen ouput or intense direct illumination. Choose from a variety of lights and telescoping masts. Add optional remote control. TAC Stick, hand-held a.c. current-sensing device also available. ...

Spill containment.(Fact File)
May 1, 2004... Cardboard Dispense-n-Dispose holds 150 clean, perforated sorbent pads. Heavy-duty container top doubles as temporary waste receptacle. Choose from 2 types of pads. Use all-purpose gray MRO pads to clean oil- and water-based spills. White OP...

Service bodies.(Fact File)
May 1, 2004... To satisfy a variety of mobile service needs, rely on lube vans/platforms, water and fuel tankers, vacuum tanks, and machine shops. Choose from a range of body styles. Elliott Machine Works, Inc., Gallon, OH CIRCLE 360 ON READER CARD...

Long-lasting floor treatment gives falls the slip.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Use Anti-Slip Floor Treatment on tile, marble, granite, terrazzo, and cement. Works indoors and out for at least 5 yrs. One gal. covers up to 400 sq. ft. Other anti-slip products also available. Trusty-Step International, Lynn, MA ...

Rugged, lightweight auger digs postholes with ease.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Lightweight Model AG2300, powered by 22.5 cc., 2-cycle engine, drives 2-to 4-in. auger through 35:1 reduction transmission. Use to dig holes for 4 by 4 fence posts and deck footings. RedMax, Komatsu Zenoah America, Inc., Norcross, GA ...

Respirators keep wearers comfortable and compliant.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Disposable Aspire N95 respirators boast exhalation valve that lets out hot, moist exhaled air. Keep wearer cool and comfortable, promoting user compliance. Cost less than $1. Other respirators, as well as disposable paint filters and tack...

Stylish safety glasses promote user compliance.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Triad safety glasses provide coverage and style to promote user compliance. Soil rubber nose bridge and temple tips increase wearer comfort. Hard-coated polycarbonate lenses come in choice of clear, gray, and silver-mirrored styles. Other...

Sweeper's compartments house system controls.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Choose 3000 and 4000 Sweepers with hydrostatic drive in 3- or 4-wheel configurations. Hydraulic manifold blocks and solenoids are located in a rear fender-mounted dedicated compartment. Electrical systems are located in a sealed locker on left...

Saw offers precise controls and quick blade changes.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Light-weight Model 1590EVS Jigsaw boasts precision control to eliminate blade wobbling. Also offers 1-touch blade changing and tool-less foot bevel. Constant response circuitry provides soft start for easy cut line alignment and special...

Generate power, not noise.(Products)
May 1, 2004... Line of Super Quiet Power Generators includes 13 models with power outputs from 20 to 406 kVA. Noise level does not exceed 68 dBA. All models simultaneously deliver single and 3-phase outputs. Power side of control panel includes main breaker,...

Manhole risers.(Fact File)
May 1, 2004... Adjustable Pivoted Turnbuckle Manhole Risers streamline the adjustment of utilities to new grade when paving roads. American Highway Products, Bolivar, OH CIRCLE 400 ON READER CARD OR LINK TO THE VENDOR ONLINE AT...