Caterpillar 793F Mining Truck

Friday, October 16th 2009
Caterpillar 793F Mining Truck

The new 793F Cat Mining Truck, the fifth generation of the 793, builds on the proven, 20-year performance record of its predecessors with a powerful new engine, choice of power train options, choice of body systems and a completely redesigned operator station. These refinements take the 793F—now with 2, 650 horsepower (1976 kW) and a 250-ton (226.8-tonne) payload capacity—to higher standards of productivity, durability, operating ease, altitude... 

Eclisse Glass Sliding Doors

Saturday, September 26th 2009
Eclisse Glass Sliding Doors

Originally a 19th century silk mill, Dandridge’s Mill has now been completely restored in order to create four luxurious and low energy homes in the heart of Oxfordshire. The development combines the buildings’ traditional history with the latest technology in the building sector including some Eclisse glass sliding pocket doors. Built in the 1820s in East Hanney, the mill was purchased by Hallidays Developments who wanted to undertake an... 

Plasti-Fab Guardian Industrial Shelter Line

Friday, August 21st 2009
Plasti-Fab Guardian Industrial Shelter Line

Plasti-Fab has launched their new line of Guardian Shelters. The Guardian Shelters are pre-engineered, pre-wired, and built with Plasti-Fab’s recognized corrosion resistant Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP), providing, durable, economical, and long-lasting housing for protection of outdoor equipment. They are designed with reinforced walls and have a 25 year guarantee for protection against the severe elements, including 135 MPH winds, 40PSF... 

Taco Rolls Out TC Series Pumps

Tuesday, July 21st 2009
Taco Rolls Out TC Series Pumps

Taco introduced the TC Series – single stage, double suction, vertical split case pumps for use in heating, air conditioning, pressure boosting, cooling water transfer and water supply applications. The TC Series’ top suction and discharge makes this product line the ideal choice for minimizing installation footprint in tight mechanical rooms. TC Series pumps are available in 1160 and 1760 RPM in bronze fitted and all iron versions. Standard... 

Caterpillar 613G Elevating Wheel Tractor-Scraper

Thursday, July 16th 2009
Caterpillar 613G Elevating Wheel Tractor-Scraper

The smallest of the Cat® wheel tractor-scraper line, the 613, has been upgraded to G-Series performance, comfort and serviceability standards. The new model features a tractor that has been redesigned from the ground up. With increases in power train efficiency, rimpull, elevator speed and travel speed, the 613G is more productive than its predecessor and can load material as much as 13 percent faster. Other enhancements promote safe operation and... 

Caterpillar New Cat 584 and Cat 584HD Forwarders

Tuesday, June 23rd 2009
Caterpillar New Cat 584 and Cat 584HD Forwarders

Cat Forest Products announces the launch of a new forwarder line with the introduction of two models with 18 metric ton and 20 metric ton capacities. The new Cat® 584 and Cat 584HD are designed to withstand the demanding requirements of transporting large payloads long distances over difficult terrain, while providing outstanding operator comfort, controllability and serviceability. In designing the new forwarder line, Caterpillar engineers conducted... 

SunCache Solar Water Heating System from Harpiris Energy

Saturday, June 20th 2009
SunCache Solar Water Heating System from Harpiris Energy

The SunCache integral-collector-storage (ICS) solar water heater uses a roof-mounted, water-filled, unpressurized, polyethylene panel and copper heat exchanger to pre-heat water for domestic use. Developed through research supported by the U.S. Department of Energy, the relatively inexpensive SunCache captures heat in 50 gallons of non-circulating water stored in a rooftop panel. When a hot-water tap is turned on, cold water from the supply line flows... 

Franklin Electric Taking Bold Steps into the Water Gardening Industry

Wednesday, March 18th 2009
Franklin Electric Taking Bold Steps into the Water Gardening Industry

Franklin Electric, a global leader in the production and marketing of water and fuel pumping systems, takes bold steps into the competitive water gardening industry. The financially strong, US-based company is investing heavily to prove their commitment to growing the water gardening and outdoor living markets while providing energy efficient and environmentally safe products. In less than three years, Franklin Electric acquired two respected industry... 

Vacuum Lifter for Large Porous Blocks

Wednesday, January 7th 2009
Vacuum Lifter for Large Porous Blocks

A new, below-the-hook, self-contained vacuum lifter with an electric power station for handling heavy porous blocks and construction materials is being introduced by Anver Corporation of Hudson, Massachusetts. The VPE-1 Vacuum Lifter is designed for handling heavy porous blocks and construction materials weighing up to 4, 000 lbs. and features an oversize vacuum pump with a foam sealed-ring suction pad. Suitable for use in the factory or on a job... 

Caterpillar Introduces C175-16 Diesel Generator Set

Monday, December 22nd 2008
Caterpillar Introduces C175-16 Diesel Generator Set

Caterpillar Inc. announces the introduction of the C175-16 diesel package generator set for standby, prime and continuous applications. The generator set is available worldwide in 60 Hz packages with ratings up to 3.1 MW and 50 Hz packages with ratings up to 3.1 MVA. The Cat® C175-16 generator set package was designed to offer a larger unit rating, higher power density, lower emissions and reduced installation costs. Meeting U.S. EPA Tier 2 requirements,...