Construction Equipment articles from May 2002

Construction Equipment archives from May 2002

Shared passion. (Sutton Report).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The time line of analysis has certainly changed in this age of instant information. Used to be we had time to let things settle, to spend time thinking before trying to figure out what it means and how to apply it. Not anymore. Nowadays we're...

Trimble and Caterpillar combine forces. (Manufacturer News).(Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies LLC)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Trimble and Caterpillar announced in mid-March that they had reached definitive agreement to form a new joint-venture company, Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies LLC. Fifty percent owned by each company, the new joint-venture will develop...

Forward reduces wear. (Maintenance Tips).(tractor maintenance)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Track chain wears less when the crawler is going forward-that is idlers first. It's because the only spot where the bushing twists in the sprocket is between pints A and B. When the machine is running in reverse this point is underload so...

Power Curbers forms new manufacturer. (Manufacturer News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Power Curbers has formed a new manufacturing company, Power Payers, located in Cedar Falls, Iowa. The new company will produce concrete slipform paving equipment. Power Payers will first manufacture a two-track machine for the residential...

Huge attendance at largest trade show. (Industry Events).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... More than 111,350 industry professionals attended Conexpo-Con/Agg 2002 and IFPE 2002 in March at the Las Vegas Convention Center. International visitors accounted for about 14 percent of that total. The combined events represent more than 2,450...

Thieves prey on wheeled machines. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... LoJack announced the results of its 2001 theft statisticss report, based on LoJack's recovery experiences in 2001 and focusing on stolen construction equipment. Based on LoJack's findings, and consistent with industry experience,...

Judging the world's best road projects. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... What are the world's best roads, judged on such criteria as solving design challenges, protecting the environment, employing the most efficient construction techniques and relying on inventive, non-traditional sources of funding? Those...

Kenworth plant reaches milestone. (Manufacturer News).(Kenworth Truck Co.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... On April 3, 2002, employees of Kenworth's Chillicothe, Ohio, assembly plant produced the facility's 200,000th truck. The Chillicothe plant, Kenworth's largest, was opened in 1974. Keys for the milestone truck, a W900, were handed over by...

World of Asphalt website now online. (Industry Events).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Although the World of Asphalt 2003 Show and Conference isn't until March 18-20, 2003, you can find out all you need to know on its new website, www.worldofasphalt.com. The show will be held at the Nashville Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn....

Maddock. (Miscellaneous).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... The Maddock Versa-Tool is designed as an all-wheel-steer prime mover that accepts attachments for performing road and shoulder maintenance. The base machine, with a 200-inch wheelbase and available four-wheel drive, is powered by an 8.1-liter...

IROCK. (Miscellaneous).(products from IROCK Crushers L.L.C.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Model RDS-30 is a rapid deployment, horizontal impact crusher, and the crusher itself is powered by a 600-hp Caterpillar diesel engine. The plant is powered via a 312-hp diesel generator. The hopper is full-length fabricated-steel plate with...

Vermeer. (Chippers).(Vermeer Manufacturing Co.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Powered by a 122-hp Cat engine, the BC1400 brush chipper comes standard with the SmartFeed system, which monitors engine rpm and automatically stops or reverses the feed rollers if the engine loses rpm. Its bottom feed-stop bar offers two...

Elliott equipment. (Chippers).
May 1, 2002... VersiPlacer combines the features of the VersiBuilder concrete pump crane and work platform with that of a placing boom. Now, users can pour around columns inside an existing building or pour through a small window into a second floor, as well...

McNeilus. (Concrete Equipment).
May 1, 2002... The Revolution ready-mix drum is made of lightweight composite materials and weighs 2,000 pounds less than its steel counterparts, allowing the operator to haul more per load. The drum is aerodynamic and seamless outside, and has fewer places...

Tadano. (Cranes).
May 1, 2002... A new line of truck cranes is available in the North American market. The first two offered are the TT-600XL and the TT800XXL, which feature the same upper structure as the new Tadano rough-terrain cranes, the TR-600XL and TR800XXL, rated at 60...

Link-Belt. (Cranes).
May 1, 2002... The ATC-3130 all-terrain crane, with a rated lift capacity of 130 tons, is the first model in the supply agreement between Link-Belt and Tadano. The ATC-3 130 is equipped with a 167-foot, full-power, five-section boom that can be fitted with a...

LeeBoy. (Pavers).
May 1, 2002... Model 8500 Elite III asphalt paver features paving widths from 8 to 15 feet, a heated and vibrating screed, sonic auger controls and dual electronic proportional steering. The paver has a 7.5-ton hopper and is powered by a 74-hp Hatz "Silent...

Sakai. (Rollers/Compactors).
May 1, 2002... Sakai says its SV510DVC-1 is the world's first track-driven vibratory soil compactor, which is designed to handle rugged terrain. The machine will scale 45-degree inclines while compacting. Its 84-inch drum delivers a total centrifugal force of...

Case. (Rollers/Compactors).
May 1, 2002... A new line of 200 Series vibratory compaction rollers combines climbing agility, 360-degree visibility and up to 36 hours of operation per fuel fill. Operating weights for the single-drum units range from 15,741 to 31,553 pounds. Models SV208,...

IMT. (Aerial Works).
May 1, 2002... IMT has a new Electronic Vehicle Stability (EVS) system for its articulating cranes and hydraulic loaders. The system is designed to allow an optimum range of crane motion, under load, without tipping the vehicle. It works in conjunction with...

Hitachi. (Excavators).
May 1, 2002... Hitachi's Zaxis 450LC is the first in a new line of excavators. Hitachi is revamping the line with improved fundamental performance, low-noise design and emission controls, new cab design, and an onboard information controller. The Zaxis 450 is...

Bobcat. (Skid-Steer Loaders).
May 1, 2002... Among the newest loaders are Models S250 and A300. The S250 is a vertical-lift-path skid-steer loader with a rated operating capacity of 2,500 pounds. The S250 replaces the 873 loader. The new A300 is the second of Bobcat's all-wheel-steer...

Mustang. (Utility Crawlers).
May 1, 2002... A new line of track-loader machines is available through select dealers in North and South America. Models MTL16 and MTL25 come equipped with rubber tracks, allowing operators to move from smooth to complex surfaces. The units have operating...

Versatile mechanics cut shop staff by a third: training extends the utility of specialists who had never crossed the line between truck shop and equipment shop. (Great Managers).(construction equipment)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... Q. Complex machines, a dwindling supply of qualified mechanics, and tightening margins on construction projects threaten an equipment operation's ability to support a mixed fleet of on-highway and off-highway equipment. How do you keep more...

Materials processing made easier, quicker: portable crushing plants can be moved from site to site, eliminating long hauls of material. (Who's Who Crushers).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Eagle Crusher A "reverse" plant configuration that optimizes weight distribution among axles on the plant frame and tractor is one of the features of the UltraStealth 1400-45 portable crushing plant. The configuration also allows the plant...

Cool compressors keep brake air reliable: how to prevent compressors from being overworked, running hot, and causing air-system downtime. (Prevention Illustrated).
May 1, 2002... Keeping the compressor cool goes a N long way toward maintaining a truck brake air system. Overworking the compressor causes it to heat up and pump vaporized oil into the air lines. It starts a downhill slide that picks up speed as downstream...

Restructured fleet keys movie to heavy site work: Morris Excavating's shift from residential work to earthmoving meant a change in equipment, so it bought a different fleet. (Up & Comers).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Morris Excavating recently marked two significant milestones. A five-year growth plan saw the company double in size, and Morris moved into a new 21,600-square-foot facility. The accomplishments are especially satisfying for company owner...

Expansion into materials supply spurs growth: as a specialty paver, Wallace did well. But real growth came with the move into asphalt and gravel production. (Up & Comers).(Wallace Construction Company Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Wallace Construction built a solid reputation as a small, specialty contractor providing asphalt construction services for a variety of clients. The family-owned company's growth was respectable, but never sensational. In the mid-90s that...

Specialty boring technique fills niche: auger boring that handles hard rock helps Southern Horizontal handle virtually any type of soil condition. (Up & Comers).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Auger boring has been used as a trenchless construction method for many years before the term "trenchless technology" came into popular use. Although it has never attracted the attention given other, more recent trenchless methods, it can...

Bobcat machines for every occasion: Bobcats with all-wheel steering and rubber tracks allow buyers to choose what works best on their sites. (Field Report Bobcat A220).
May 1, 2002... The skid-steer loader, with all of its attachments, is exceptionally good at an exceptionally wide range of jobs. But it does have limitations. In spongy soils, for instance, skid-steers with standard tires can churn and slide and leave...

Make loader-bucket edges work harder: properly equipping a wheel-loader bucket's base edge requires balancing performance and cost. (Buying Right Cutting Edges).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Most vulnerable of a wheel-loader bucket's structural members is the forward portion of its floor, called the "base edge." The base edge is a replaceable steel slab, 10 or 12 inches wide, having a beveled leading edge that runs straight across...

LT-9500: a hard worker and smooth operator; one of Sterling's heaviest trucks features Cat big-bore power or other engine options, and offers auto-like cab comforts. (Hands-On Trucking).
May 1, 2002... Once upon a time, Ford Motor Co. made and sold lots of dump trucks, and they were especially popular in certain central and eastern states. Those times are gone, as Ford bailed out of the heavy-truck business in 1997 by fireselling its then-new...

New models and features define today's dozers: manufacturers hone in on productivity and performance with a long list of improvements. (Buying File Crawler Dozers).
May 1, 2002... A number of new crawler dozers have been introduced recently, and a number of existing dozers have been upgraded, all with the idea of providing machines that will result in top productivity whatever the application. To do this, manufacturers...

Taking on the Texas hills. (On the Job).(Backhoe Bob Tractor Services)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Texas hill country north of San Antonio, TX, can be brutal. Hidden rock formations are hard enough to loosen bucket teeth... and rattle the teeth of a backhoe operator. Just ask Backhoe Bob. Robert Whitehead founded Backhoe Bob Tractor...

Two new Cat Mini Hydraulic Excavators.(Caterpillar Inc.)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... Sometimes, a really tight job site doesn't leave you an inch to spare. The new Cat 303 CR and Cat 305 CR Mini Hydraulic Excavators are built for the most confined sites, with a stylish, innovative design that keeps the upper structure swing...

Cat Vibratory Plate Compactors provide reliable high performance. (Work tools).(by Caterpillar Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Cat Vibratory Plate Compactors provide superior compaction farce in a reliable, low-maintenance package. These units produce high-power impulses at a rate of 2200 cycles per minute. Cat Compactors are performance-matched to Cat machines,...

Extended life for Cat hydraulic fluids. (Total Support).(Caterpillar Inc. products)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The recommended change interval for Cat hydraulic system fluids has been doubled to 4,000 hours, which saves time and money on routine maintenance. S*O*S[SM] Analysis is still required every 500 hours, however, and you can't extend the...

Do-it-yourself earthmoving. (Cat Rental).(Detroit Edison contracts Cat Rental Store)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... When Detroit Edison needed to improve the cooling water reservoir system at its Port Huron, MI, generating facility, they assigned the job to Project Planner Bill Howard. Howard says, "We had the people, so we decided to do it ourselves."...

Order parts online, anytime. (Did You Know).(Caterpillar Inc., www.CAT.com)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... When you need parts now, check out the new PartStore service from your Cat Dealer. PartStore is your online anytime parts connection. Using a regular Internet connection or your computer-based purchasing system, you can order parts 24-hours...

Loaders that walk on water? (Cat Multi Terrain Loaders).(by Caterpillar Inc.)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... They won't quite walk on water, but the new Cat Multi Terrain Loaders let you work in wet, soft and sloppy underfoot conditions that can shut other machines down. Four Multi Terrain Loaders are available from Caterpillar: the Cat 247, 257, 267...

Automatic downshift. (Gallery of Crawler Dozers).(Case Corp.)(Advertising)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The torque converter on the new Case 1850K dozer automatically matches speed to load requirements, lessening demand on the engine and saving fuel. With a net horsepower of 172 or 185 depending on configuration, the dozer's three-speed...

Steel or rubber tracks. (Gallery of Crawler Dozers).(Komatsu Utility Corp.)(Advertising)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Komatsu Utility's D21 dozer features a six-way power angle-tilt blade that is controlled by a single joystick. Pushing a button on the hydraulic control lever switches tilt to angle control, while the Pressure Proportional Control joystick...

Independent track control. (Gallery of Crawler Dozers).(Deere and Co.)(Advertising)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... John Deere's most powerful dozer ever, the 324-hp 1050C, is powered by a single-lever-controlled hydrostatic transmission that delivers power turns, counter rotation, and automatic load sensing. The dual-path design gives an operator...

Pedals control steering and brakes. (Gallery of Crawler Dozers).(Advertising)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... A power angle and tilt (PAT) dozer blade on the Hyundai H80 has a reversible, bolt-on type cutting edge that increases the blade's effective life span and reduces maintenance costs. The wet disc steering and brake system is operated by...

Speed matched to job. (Gallery of Crawler Dozers).(Advertising)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... Equipped with Komatsu's hydrostatic transmission (HST), the D39 has palm command control for speed, turn directional changes and power steering. HST features two three speed variable displacement travel motors, enabling the operator to choose...

Bomag. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(Advertising)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... With an 84-inch drum width, the BW205 tandem-drum vibratory roller is designed to meet the demands of Superpave projects. The unit has operating frequencies of 4,000 and 3,400 vpm that enable working speeds up to 4.5 mph while maintaining 10...

International. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(Advertising)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The new International 7600 work truck, designed for severe-service applications, is equipped with a 305-hp Caterpillar c-10 engine, Fuller transmission and a 15.5-inch-diameter, two-plate Easy Pedal Plus ceramic clutch. Wide-track front axles...

Trail-Eze. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(Advertising)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The TE701 sliding axle tilt trailer has a load capacity of 70,000 pounds distributed and 40,000 pounds concentrated in 10 feet. It has an overall length between 42 and 53 feet with a spread axle of 49 inches and a width of 8 feet 6 inches....

Mustang Manufacturing. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(Advertising)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... Mustang's new Work Platform Safety (WPS) system is designed to automatically prepare the company's telehandiers for work-platform duty. When the operator activates the WPS system via a switch in the cab, the telehandier's transmission is...

BLS Enterprises. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(Advertising)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Protrac Diamond over-the-tire skid-steer track systems sprovide a general purpose or regular-duty track at a lower cost than the Protrac magnesium or rubber tracks. The Diamond track is made from magnesium, and incorporates a link-and-pin...

Case. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(Advertising)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... A new line of 200 Series vibratory compaction rollers combines climbing agility, high centrifugal forces, 360-degree visibility and up to 36 hours of operation per fuel fill. Operating weights for the single-drum units range from 15,741 to...

JCB. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(Advertising)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... JCB's new range of tractor loader-backhoes (TLBs) combines the styling and comfort common to passenger vehicles with high-production options such as a six-speed, auto-shift transmission and servo hydraulic controls. Redesigned loader arms bring...

Caterpillar. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(Advertising)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... Cat has related two additional MTLs, models 247 and 257, which combine the upper structure of a Cat skid-steer with a proprietary rubber-track undercarriage from affiliate company, ASV. The 6,665-pound 247 has a rated operating load (35 percent...

Multidrive. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(Advertising)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The M8-40 haul truck is a 40-ton, four-axle haul truck that can be permitted to run over the road (and will run 55 mph on pavement). The British-designed truck is all-wheel drive and articulated, with rear axles mounted on a self-steering...

Michelin. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).
May 1, 2002... Michelin says its XTS radial tire for mid-sized scrapers improves tire life, resists damage, and reduces operating costs compared to its predecessor, the Michelin XRB. With new rubber compounding and 8 percent more rubber in the tread and...

Sweepster. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(Advertising)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
May 1, 2002... The new Big DAWG Angle Broom has more standard features and quickly attaches and adjusts, according to the company. It has actual sweeping widths of 5, 6, 7 and 8 feet. The unit angles 30 degrees left and right, and it has heavy-duty manual...

Bobcat. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).
May 1, 2002... Bobcat offers a new range of four compact backhoe-loaders, the B 100, B200, B250 and B300. The 25-hp B100 digs to 9 feet and has 3,726 pounds of bucket-breakout force. Both the B200 and B250 dig to 10.1 feet and have a breakout force of 5,320...

JLG. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).
May 1, 2002... The Model 1350SJP telescoping boom lift reaches a platform height of 135 feet. Features on the high-reach machine include extendable axles and four-wheel drive and four-wheel steer. The new boom lift also incorporates the JibPLUS articulating...

Morbark. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(wood grinder)
May 1, 2002... Model 5600 Track Wood Hog expands the company's horizontal grinder lineup with a unit that moves and grinds at the same time. With horsepower ratings ranging from 750 to 860, the 5600 on tracks handles green waste, pallets, brush, stumps and...

LBX. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).
May 1, 2002... LBX has now entered the wheel-loader market. Three new machines, models L120, L125 and L130, feature Power-Link loader linkage, which is designed to provide high breakout forces through the lift range, while also providing a level-lift function...

Volvo construction equipment. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).
May 1, 2002... Volvo CE entered the backhoe-loader market with a center-pivot machine in the 14-foot class--the BL70--for North America, and a side-shift machine in the 90- to 100-hp class--the BL71--for the European market. The BL71 will be available this...

Mack. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(Mack Truck engines)
May 1, 2002... Mack Trucks recently announced that it has a achieved a breakthrough in engine technology..." The foundation of Mack's "EPA-2002" solution is a new platform of diesel engines known as the ASET (Application Specific Engine Technology) family....

Kobelco. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(excavator/dozer)
May 1, 2002... Kobelco's new ED 190, the latest addition to its Blade Runner range, is designed to combine the capability of a hydraulic excavator with that of a crawler dozer. It weighs 43,700 pounds and is powered by a 111-hp Mitsubishi engine. Its dozer...

Trimble. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(GPS machine guidance)
May 1, 2002... Trimble has introduced a new version of its fieldproven Site Vision GPS, a system that provides machine guidance and control. The new product is designed for excavating equipment and allows operators to accurately perform earthmoving operations...

Komatsu. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).
May 1, 2002... The new SK714-5 marks the company's entry into the North American skid-steer-loader race, with a twospeed ground drive that allows groundspeed changes from 6.5 to 10 mph. The machine weights 5,565 pounds, is powered by a 47-hp Komatsu diesel,...

Daewoo. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... An expanded line of Mega-V series wheel loaders includes the Mega 160, Mega 160-tool carrier, Mega 200-V, Mega 200-V tool carrier, Mega 250-V, Mega 300-V, Mega 400-V (shown) has fully automatic transmission and modular cab design. Operating...

Topcon. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... The new GPS+ system provides access to 33 percent more satellites than ordinary GPS systems. It has the ability to track frequencies of all 24 GPS satellites and to receive signals from the nine GLONASS positioning satellites. In the image,...

Polaris. (Highlights from Conexpo-Con/Agg).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Professional Series Workmobiles includes the All-Surface Loader, a compact machine that runs on rubber tracks for high flotation. Also included is the Utility Task Vehicle, available in 2x4, 4x4 and 6x6 models. Each has a rust-proof cargo box...

ASV designs RC-50 as skid-steer killer: this new model, says ASV, has the specifications and price to compete head on with mid-size skid-steers. (Earthmoving).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Posi-Track line of all-purpose crawlers, built by ASV of Grand Rapids, Minn., has earned a good and growing reputation. These machines, which can handle attachments as well as a three-point hitch, use the company's Maximum Traction &...

Shaver manufacturing. (Stump Grinders).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Powered by a 25-gpm, high-flow hydraulic hookup, the skid-steer-mounted SC-50H StumpBuster cuts stumps up to 45 inches in diameter in one pass. A 34-inch cutting wheel, high-hub torque and carbide steel teeth keep wear to a minimum. The unit...

Pentax. (Laser Instruments).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... The R-122, R-123, R-125 and R-115 expand the R-Series Total Station line. DIN angle accuracy ranges from 2 to 5 seconds, and distance accuracy ranges from 3mm+2ppm to 5mm+3ppm. Distance range for the R-122 and R-123 is 11,000 feet to a single...

Bomag. (Compaction).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... The 15.5-hp BPH80/65S remote-operated reversible plate compactor features hydraulic travel and vibration control systems and provides steering via a standard umbilical remote. An optional wireless radio remote provides increased working range....

Trimble. (Laser Instruments).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... The new Spectra Precision Laser HD360 is a hand-held distance-measuring tool. Using laser technology, the HD360 allows measuring distances for hazardous or hard-to-reach locations. The instrument can measure area and volume, indoors and...

Miller electric. (Welding Equipment).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Millermatic 135 and 175 all-in-one MIG welding systems offer smooth, clean arcs on material as thin as 24 gauge. A combination of wire feed speed tracking and infinite voltage control makes operation easy. The 135 provides 30 to 135 amps of...

Michelin. (Components).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Michelin says its XTS radial tire for mid-sized scrapers improves tire life, resists damage, and reduces operating costs compared to its predecessor, the Michelin XRB. With new rubber compounding and 8 percent more rubber in the tread and...

Master lock. (Miscellaneous).(Python locking cable)
May 1, 2002... Python, a fully adjustable locking cable, can protect a wide range of construction tools from theft. The vinyl-coated, braided steel cable resists cutting. The cable can be cinched tight and locked in infinite positions along its 6-foot length....

Northern tool & equipment. (Generators).
May 1, 2002... The 10,500-watt Standby Generator features a 20-hp engine and operates on liquid propane and natural gas. An onboard battery charger keeps the battery at full charge even when the engine is off. Features include quiet operation, low oil...

Wacker. (Concrete Equipment).
May 1, 2002... The Value vibratory plate line includes small single-direction plate compactors designed, says the company, to provide quality and performance at a value price. The line consists of 13 asphalt and soil models in four sizes. Operating weights...

Metabo. (Concrete Equipment).
May 1, 2002... These five rotary hammers range from 0.875 to 1.25 inches in concrete. The hammers feature a "Quick" rapid tool-change system and a motor with winding protection, which makes it highly resistant to debris. An epoxy-resin powder coating on the...

Wacker. (Concrete Equipment).
May 1, 2002... The W-series vibratory truss screed line, which meets current worldwide CE standards, is available in standard and heavy-duty models with various sectional lengths ranging from 2.5 to 10 feet. The screeds can be configured in lengths up to 75...

Wacker. (Concrete Equipment).(ride-on trowels)
May 1, 2002... Two ride-on trowels--the CRT 36-24A-H and CRT 48-31V-H--feature overlapping and ( non-overlapping operation. They have a clutch design that allows changing blade speed to match conditions without mechanical adjustments. The units can run at...

Kaeser. (Compressors).
May 1, 2002... The M25 Mobilair compressor delivers up to 85 cfm at 100 psig. A high-capacity, cold-start battery provides reliable operation in all weather conditions, and the galvanized steel canopy allows quick access to components and reduces noise...

Kenco. (Attachments).
May 1, 2002... The Breakout Bucket provides 25 percent more breakout force than competitive buckets, according to the company. When used with quick couplers, the recessed pin design maintains breakout force, and the deep bucket profile allows high-capacity...

McLaughlin mfg. (Attachments).
May 1, 2002... The M-4500SS boring attachment installs utility lines without damaging surface areas. It drills holes from 1 1/4 to 4 1/2 inches in diameter. It features a quick-attach system and a 100 rpm @ 9 gpm hydraulic motor. For information circle...