Government Product News articles from May 2009

Government Product News archives from May 2009

Rigid inflatable boats.(UP FRONT)
May 1, 2009... The Impact rigid inflatable boat (RIB) product line ranges in size from 14 to 39 feet in length, with center console and cabin models. Various propulsion options are available, including inboard, diesel, waterjet or outboard configurations up...

Excavator.(UP FRONT)
May 1, 2009... The E80 excavator eliminates the daily need to grease the bushings at the boom, arm and bucket pivot by increasing the service interval for this task to 250 hours. The excavator offers a spacious cab, as well as polymer shims to decrease wear...

Utility vehicle.(UP FRONT)
May 1, 2009... The model RTV1140CPX is a transformable four-passenger, 4-wheel drive utility vehicle. It features a transformation system that quickly converts from one- to two-row seating options. The rail system is mounted on the OSHA-compliant roll-over...

DC gear motor.(UP FRONT)
May 1, 2009... The model MMP-TM55-24VGP52-04.3 accepts any 24-volt DC source, including battery power. The gear motor measures 2.14 inches in diameter by 6.7 inches long. It has a keyed output shaft measuring 12 millimeters in diameter by 25 millimeters long....

Truck and van line.(UP FRONT)
May 1, 2009... The manufacturer's vehicles are now available under the General Services Administration's (GSA) Schedule 78, allowing federal agencies and departments, certain government contractors and other designated entities to buy through the GSA at...

Fuel injector cleaner.(UP FRONT)
May 1, 2009... Fuel injector cleaner with fuel conditioner and treatment lubricates the entire fuel system, including fuel tanks, lines and injectors to reduce carbon build-up with continued use. The cleaner is available in several sizes: a single-use 6-ounce...

Vehicle lifts.(UP FRONT)
May 1, 2009... The manufacturer's vehicle lifts are now available through HGACBuy, a government procurement service administered by the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) in Texas. Lifts are available through the program in a wide variety of rated...

Tire pressure monitoring system.(UP FRONT)
May 1, 2009... The model 360M tire pressure monitoring system for motorcycles features wireless sensors that can be installed inside or outside the rim, using the manufacturer's patented valve stems. The monitor alerts the rider to low pressure with both a...

Something for everyone at 2009 GSA Expo.(GSA PREVIEW)
May 1, 2009... Green products galore, training opportunities and inspiring military displays--it's all at the General Services Administration's (GSA) 15th annual International Products and Services Expo in San Antonio, Texas. The expo, which is being held at...

Speedy patrol boat.(ON THE COVER)
May 1, 2009... The 65-foot Dauntless RAM Patrol boat is powered by twin MAN diesel engines at 1,100 horsepower, each coupled to ZF gears. It can attain a top speed of 34 knots with a comfortable cruise of 28 knots, and is constructed of all-welded...

Hand hygiene products.(EXHIBITORS)
May 1, 2009... The company's foam and lotion hand cleaners and Green Hygiene Solution can help government facility managers meet the hand hygiene requirement that was recently added to the LEED-EB building rating system certification and re-certification...

Versatile storage lockers.(EXHIBITORS)
May 1, 2009... Hallowell Safety-View Plus Lockers are suited for constant use in schools, employee locker rooms, and other government facilities. Models offer maximum visibility of contents. They are safe for personal use as each door is constructed of...

Vacuum excavation system.(EXHIBITORS)
May 1, 2009... The Ditch Witch FX20 is suited for municipal projects such as cleaning out valve boxes, debris cleanup and landscaping, exposing utility lines, posthole digging, and many other relatively small, short-run projects. Municipal workers, utility...

Chemical storage buildings.(EXHIBITORS)
May 1, 2009... Corrosion-resistant galvanized-steel construction enables the DualSafe line to safeguard flammable and combustible liquids and other hazardous materials that are located within areas that experience severe weather conditions or are located in...

Portable air conditioning.(EXHIBITORS)
May 1, 2009... The MovinCool 5-Ton Office Pro 63 is a 460-volt, three-phase system that provides 60,000 ETL-Verified Btu/h of cooling. Unit cools large spaces with ease, and is designed for temperature-sensitive server/telecom equipment rooms. The unit comes...

Green equipment to rent.(EXHIBITORS)
May 1, 2009... Sunbelt rentals offers a variety of green equipment rental options, including machinery that is environmentally friendly in its operation, with the potential to reduce both impact to the environment and associated costs. One example is the...

Salt and sand storage building.(SPECIAL COVERAGE HIGHWAYS, STREETS & BRIDGES)
May 1, 2009... The Hi-Arch Gambrel is a complete, permanent building designed specifically for salt and sand storage. Reinforced walls stand up to loaders, and 30-foot clearance allows inside dumping. The total design includes 30-year roof, walls and...

Speed sign.(SPECIAL COVERAGE HIGHWAYS, STREETS & BRIDGES)
May 1, 2009... The SPEEDsentry Shield with 15-inch digits measures 24 inches by 17 inches by 3.12 inches and weighs 22 pounds, including its battery. It comes with auto-dimming 30-degree LEDs that combine with glare-resistant, UV-protected Lexan for contrast...

Vacuum and catch basin cleaner.(ON THE COVER)
May 1, 2009... Megawind has a 12-inch leaf and debris hose system featuring an articulated power boom with 180-degree rotation. The machine handles compacted dirt, gravel, sand and bulky debris, leaves and other smaller particles found in the street and in...

Leveling markers and measurement targets.(SPECIAL COVERAGE HIGHWAYS, STREETS & BRIDGES)
May 1, 2009... The RS Level Markers and Smart Targets ensure permanent documentation and evidence of all measurement points on construction sites and simplify the tasks of making observations. They are low profile; measurements are taken directly at the point...

Pothole patching.(SPECIAL COVERAGE HIGHWAYS, STREETS & BRIDGES)
May 1, 2009... The heated Asphalt Optimizer is available in 4-ton capacity. Features include a diesel-fired, self-priming 105,000 Btu burner with electronic ignition; a 26-gallon fuel tank; and insulation surrounding the hopper and doors. A digital controller...

Bridge-cleaning hose.(SPECIAL COVERAGE HIGHWAYS, STREETS & BRIDGES)
May 1, 2009... The FSP Bridge Hose is a double-ply, PVC vinyl-coated polyester fabric hose that is reinforced with a spring steel wire helix and external PVC wear-strip for high-velocity dust and debris collection. It features an abrasion-resistant interior...

Hand-held breakers.(SPECIAL COVERAGE HIGHWAYS, STREETS & BRIDGES)
May 1, 2009... The 71-pound BRK 95 delivers 103 foot-pounds of blow energy at an impact rate of 1,150 to 1,500 blows per minute (bpm), depending on hydraulic flow. Other breakers in the line include the 56-pound BRK 70 (1,500 bpm average), the 46-pound BRK 55...

Sand spreader.(SPECIAL COVERAGE HIGHWAYS, STREETS & BRIDGES)
May 1, 2009... The TGS 800 Tailgate Sand Spreader spreads sand and rock salt or other dry free-flowing, ice-melting materials, and features an 800-pound (8-cubic-foot) capacity. It comes with a low-profile poly hopper, solid poly hopper cover, variable speed...

Water jet unit.(SPECIAL COVERAGE HIGHWAYS, STREETS & BRIDGES)
May 1, 2009... The company's 225 Series of water jet units now offer 8,000 psi, 10,000 psi, 12,000 psi, 15,000 psi, 20,000 psi, 24,000 psi, or 40,000 psi. Conversions require a simple kit, and most can be completed in about 20 minutes. The conversion to...

Wire brush wheel blade.(SPECIAL COVERAGE HIGHWAYS, STREETS & BRIDGES)
May 1, 2009... Developed for edging along asphalt surfaces, the wire brush wheel blade can slice away grass without harming the asphalt surface. The brush wheel blade is designed specifically to fit on the company's Professional/Cart Path Edger. The Edger is...

Acorn-style fixture.(SPECIAL COVERAGE HIGHWAYS, STREETS & BRIDGES)
May 1, 2009... The traditional acorn-style Model LAE LED is 16.5 inches by 32 inches and can be wall-or pole-mounted in single, dual, triple or quad clusters. It features 90 watts of LED illumination housed in a clear or opal textured polycarbonate lens....

Motherboard.(IN FOCUS INFORMATION TECH.)
May 1, 2009... To maintain legacy applications while supporting newer ones, MXGE motherboards are compatible with both older and more recent expansion cards. Each comes with one PCIe x16 slot, four PCI (5V) slots, one ISA slot and one dual-function slot for...

Data-transport device.(IN FOCUS INFORMATION TECH.)
May 1, 2009... NFX Managed-Memory Tokens store 128 megabytes to 1 gigabyte of data that users can access on original equipment manufacturer (OEM) systems and PCs. Because the software, electrical and mechanical interfaces on the device are controlled by its...

Wireless communications expansion card.(IN FOCUS INFORMATION TECH.)
May 1, 2009... The DMP 463G expansion card is designed for use with the manufacturer's XR500 Command Processor alarm data-transmission panel. The card creates a direct wireless communications path to any DMP central station receiver, either as a primary or...

Situation-management data-collection system.(IN FOCUS INFORMATION TECH.)
May 1, 2009... The Situator software platform allows cities, transportation departments and other organizations to monitor a wide range of situations, ranging from building security threats to successful message delivery, as well as the status of own internal...

Discreet medical-records folders.(IN FOCUS INFORMATION TECH.)
May 1, 2009... Recyclable vinyl folders from RNR Plastics conceal patient records, preventing confidential information from being seen during handling or filing. The only transparent area on the folder, a 2- by 3-inch clear window, can be used to view the...

PC-operated VoIP intercom.(IN FOCUS INFORMATION TECH.)
May 1, 2009... The RTS Virtual Keypanel (VKP), installed as a Windows-based application, is compatible with any of the manufacturer's other digital matrix intercoms with voice-over network (VON) interfaces. A host PC, configured with a static IP address and...

Paddle signs.(IN FOCUS SAFETY EQUIPMENT)
May 1, 2009... The company's paddle signs have twice the reflectivity of standard-engineer-grade paddle signs. Signs are visible in nighttime and low light conditions. Prisms made with retroreflective 3M film on the signs are oriented in rows deflecting at...

Handheld ID card verification system.(IN FOCUS SAFETY EQUIPMENT)
May 1, 2009... DSV2+TURBO is a handheld biometric terminal designed for port security and other federal, state and local applications requiring on-the-spot ID verification. Its 508-dpi fingerprint sensor provides AFIS-quality records for instant biometric...

Biodegradable flags.(ON THE COVER)
May 1, 2009... Biodegradable marking flags are non-toxic to humans, animals and the environment. City utility crews use the flags to mark underground utiIity lines so excavation teams don't damage pipes and create hazardous situations. Flags are color-coded...

Chlorine analyzer.(IN FOCUS SAFETY EQUIPMENT)
May 1, 2009... TCA-22 is a Total Chlorine Analyzer, and is designed for testing drinking water, industrial cooling and rinse water, wastewater or other fresh water samples containing chlorine. The TCA-22's amperometric sensor is a three-electrode design,...

Multimeter.(IN FOCUS SAFETY EQUIPMENT)
May 1, 2009... The Model 287 multimeter has a large 1/4 VGA dot-matrix display that offers flexibility in changing function displays, and provides more information at a glance. It shows the current reading, the Min; Max, and Avg. readings, along with their...

Emergency equipment.(IN FOCUS SAFETY EQUIPMENT)
May 1, 2009... The company has introduced a new line of emergency equipment, which includes a full line of shower and wash units to meet any emergency situation. Products include eyewash units, eye and facewash units and combination stations, shower and...

Air monitoring system.(IN FOCUS SAFETY EQUIPMENT)
May 1, 2009... The AM system offers open path FTIR gas analysis for a variety of applications. Use It to detect, identify and measure a wide range of compounds simultaneously, within seconds of startup. Analysis is onsite through a continuous sampling path of...

Controller for monitoring gases.(IN FOCUS SAFETY EQUIPMENT)
May 1, 2009... The Gasgard XL controller is suited for monitoring toxic and combustible gases, and oxygen deficiency. The unit provides protection from potentially hazardous conditions in a variety of applications. The controller's wall-mounted housing is...

MSDS management tool.(IN FOCUS SAFETY EQUIPMENT)
May 1, 2009... The company offers software and Web-based tools designed to manage Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) as well as chemical inventories. Products can be customized to fit an organization's MSDS management requirements, timeframe to...

Hospital storage pallet.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... The plastic hospital storage pallet stores food, sanitary supplies, sterile goods, lab solutions and medical records. The pallet measures 40 x 48 x 6 inches and will support 2,000 pounds. Constructed of high-density polyethylene, the pallet...

Dual-flush toilet.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... The Brisbane Collection toilet features dual-flush technology, which uses up to 72 percent less water than a traditional 3 1/2-gallon flush toilet, according to the company. The dual-flush system offers two buttons: The half-flush button...

Stretch wraps.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... Stinger Series orbital stretch wrappers are designed to secure loads for shipping. They can accommodate a variety of configurations, including metal extrusions, lumber, building products, tubing, doors, windows, textiles, insulation and other...

Locking leg for mixers.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... Stone Construction's patent-pending locking leg for its Right Built Champion and Buddy by Stone mortar mixers is designed to prevent job-site theft and vandalism; the leg attaches to the mixer's axle in place of the tire. The locking leg is...

Paper cutters.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... Guillotines and rotary-trimmer paper cutters are suitable for a variety of office and graphic arts applications. The guillotines feature metal bases and hardened trimmer blades to trim paper, foil, cardboard and similar materials precisely and...

Solids-handling pump.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... The JSC Series solids-handling Enviroprime pump is designed for sewage-bypass pumping or general-construction dewatering. The cast-iron pump can dry-prime and re-prime automatically. The Enviroprime compressor-assisted dry-priming system...

Pliers.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... Xuron pliers are available in 10 specialized head styles for crimping and bending lead wires; bending and cutting in tight places; reaching into heavily populated PC boards; holding, bending and cutting; bending and shaping wire and thin...

Modular tiles.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... ErgoDeck 18-by-18-inch modular tiles are designed to encourage productivity and prevent fatigue in work environments that require standing. Options include temporary flooring, outside decking and custom configurations around workstations....

Shrinkwrap.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... Dr. Shrink shrinkwrap is designed to keep heavy-duty equipment safe from weather damage. The wrap can be used to cover items ranging from floor-bolted equipment to tractors. Available in widths from 12 to 40 feet and thicknesses up to 12 mil,...

Bulk linen cart.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... The 102P bulk linen cart features a profile and elevated height that permit loading four across on many trailers and box trucks, while transforming the space above most carts and trucks (often left empty) into usable space packed with laundry....

Exterior-light monitor.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... The universal exterior-light monitor continuously checks all of the rear exterior lights on a school bus, alerting the bus driver to any failures. The unit can work with LED or incandescent lighting (or a combination of both) for below- and...

Parking tokens.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... Parking tokens function like coins and can be redeemed for free parking or used for self-service parking structures as well as for valet parking. Several new designs can be ordered as a standard token or customized with a municipality name,...

Water-finding pastes.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... Gasoila Chemicals' line of gauging pastes includes Gasoila all-purpose water-finding paste, regular water-finding paste and gas-gauging paste. Available in plastic tubes and jars, all of the pastes require minimal cleanup. All-purpose...

Projector.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... The CP-X10000 3LCD projector is the first model in Hitachi's new 3LCD Professional Series. The projector offers a brightness of 7,500 ANSI lumens and a 2,500:1 contrast ratio. The unit features inorganic optics for longer projector life and a...

Carrier bed.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... The Premium 6-ton carrier bed features roll-formed rubrails with twice the structural strength of traditional angle-iron rubrails, according to the company. The standard 102-inch-wide deck features a full-length, 10-gauge, 50-ksi...

Drill handle.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... A newly designed carrying handle for many of Hougen Manufacturing's drill systems provides more hand comfort when transporting the units, improves balance when handling the drills and assists in positioning the drills for more accurate hole...

Ladder racking system.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... The Jet Rack ladder racking system includes slack-control clips to hold the shock cords closer to the rail; aluminum castings to reduce the overall weight of the unit; and a yellow receiving pin for greater visibility. The Jet Rack is designed...

Under-cabinet light.(MARKETPLACE)
May 1, 2009... The Solaris under-cabinet task light illuminates work surfaces of any size or shape, according to the manufacturer. Suited for offices, libraries, laboratories, storage areas and classrooms, the design makes the unit nearly invisible when...

Spill-containment pallet.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... UltraTech International's Ultra-Spill Pallet P3 Plus can contain spills for up to three 55-gallon drums. The 66-gallon sump capacity exceeds EPA requirements and helps meet SPCC regulations. The pallet's low profile (8 3/4 inches) makes drum...

Shaft collars and couplings.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... Large bore shaft collars and couplings can be custom-engineered for applications up to 16 inches and 8 inches I.D., respectively. The units come in one-and two-piece configurations that are ideal for wind-power generator drive systems. Both the...

Antimicrobial compounds.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... A broad selection of organic and inorganic antimicrobials are compounded into thermoplastics that inhibit the growth of mold, mildew, fungus and bacteria. They are offered as fully compounded products or in master batches that are designed to...

Holding-tank additives.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... Eco-Smart holding-tank deodorants are certified-green by EcoLogo. The formaldehyde-free formula is biologically based and nontoxic, and contains surfactants that are biodegradable. Eco-Smart also is offered in an enzyme formula. Both products...

Fuel recirculating system.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... The FRS 660-11-DPU-UL is a diesel-fuel recirculating system with a backup pump. The DPU features two fuel pumps, which operate alternately to circulate and clean the fuel in users' fuel-storage tanks on a preprogrammed schedule. The company's...

Ceiling panels.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... Highly detailed stamped steel ceiling panels are comprised of 30 percent recycled materials. For use in residential or commercial construction, the panels are available in a variety of traditional and contemporary finishes as well as...

Containment berms.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... Chemical-containment flex berms are easy to set up and collapse for quick carrying and storage. Ideal for temporary vehicle wash-down stations, the berms feature a re-expandable lip that catches chemical spills, memory-foam walls and a membrane...

Bird-control spike.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... The Bird Spike 2000 is a humane bird deterrent that will not harm birds or the environment, and will keep them from landing on utility poles, electrical substations, rooflines, parapet walls, I-beams and more. The spikes are made from 100...

Battery system.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... MicroSun Technologies offers a high-power battery system for plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle (PHEV) applications. The system addresses thermal safety, individual cell balancing and high-current output. The system meets the goal of $500 per...

Liquid hypochlorite injection system.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... The patented Chloritrol valveless metering system allows for the accurate, maintenance-free injection of liquid sodium and calcium hypochlorite into municipal drinking water systems through a duplex pump design that injects liquid hypochlorite...

Environmental consulting.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... Air Cycle Corp. has created an environmental consulting division called Greener Results. The group works with clients to assess their needs, improve their environmental programs and help them get credit for their environmental achievements...

Sinkable barge.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... The Salvage-Retriever is designed to clean up debris fields or raise articles to the surface of oceans and lakes for reclamation. The patent-pending Salvage-Retriever is composed of two inflatable pontoons attached to a collapsible fiberglass...

Web site.(GREEN TECH)
May 1, 2009... Pierce Manufacturing has launched a Web site to educate the fire service industry on new engine emissions standards that will require approximately an 83 percent reduction in nitrogen oxide by 2010. The site provides fire departments and...

Vehicle lifts.(CATALOGS)
May 1, 2009... Rotary Lift's six-page brochure includes the new Mach 4 mobile column lift and accessories. The Mach 4 features retractable cord reels, patent-pending exclusive controls, automatic steering system, horseshoe wiring schematic, onboard battery...

Electronic entry systems.(CATALOGS)
May 1, 2009... Special-Lite's electronic version of its 2009 product catalog contains information on the company's heavy-duty entrance system products. A free CD includes the full Special-Lite print catalog plus exportable CAD drawings; brochures and sales...

Safety equipment.(CATALOGS)
May 1, 2009... Allegro Industries' expanded catalog, available online at www.allegrosafety. com and in print, covers nine product groups, with 550 different products, including more than 30 new offerings that are used in many applications from hazardous...

Health care materials.(CATALOGS)
May 1, 2009... Nasco's 180-page 2009-2010 Health Care Educational Materials catalog features products that are manufactured by Nasco, such as medical procedure manikins and simulators, pericardiocentesis simulators, infant auscultation trainer, and the...

Ratchet hand tools and machine controls.(CATALOGS)
May 1, 2009... Lowell Corp.'s new catalog details its ratcheting hand tools for workers in electric and water utilities, construction, and plant maintenance and operation. The publication also features machine components specified by OEM designers. For water...

Water jet accessories.(CATALOGS)
May 1, 2009... The latest edition of NLB's 102-page accessory catalog introduces a variety of new water jet tools for pipe cleaning, pavement marking removal and other applications. Among the new accessories are Typhoon self-rotating nozzles for cleaning...

Atlas Copco to acquire full ownership of Focus and Prisma in India.(SUPPLY CHAIN NEWS)
May 1, 2009... Denver-based Atlas Copco, India, has completed the acquisition of Hyderabad, India-based Focus Rocbit and Prisma Roctools, both of which also manufacture products and services for rotary and down-the-hole drilling. Atlas Copco officials say the...

Notifier to conduct free mass notification and gas detection seminars.(SUPPLY CHAIN NEWS)
May 1, 2009... Northford, Conn.-based Notifier will host a series of free, half-day seminars for anyone responsible for the design, selection and operation of fire and life safety systems in commercial, educational, industrial, retail, healthcare and...

Tate grows co-location business with i/o Data Centers' Phoenix ONE project.(SUPPLY CHAIN NEWS)
May 1, 2009... Jessup, Md.-based raised access flooring manufacturer Tate has won its largest installation contract for a single data center facility in the history of the company. Tate will install approximately 460,000 square feet of raised access flooring...

Michael Rumsey and Joshua Tregear.(MOVERS AND SHAKERS)
May 1, 2009... Logan Township, N.J.-based Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America (MFTA) has named Regional Vice President in the Central Region Michael Rumsey as vice president for sales operations and Joshua Tregear as corporate communications manager. Rumsey will...

Fred Berger and Mark Downing.(MOVERS AND SHAKERS)
May 1, 2009... Irvine, Calif.-based Toshiba Business Solutions (TBS) has named Fred Berger as president of its TBS-Florida/Georgia subsidiary (TBS-FL/GA) and vice president of operations Mark Downing as president of its TBS-California/Nevada subsidiary...