Little Giant Ladder Systems Reshapes the Ladder Industry

February 9, 2010 Filed Under: Construction
Little Giant Ladder Systems Reshapes the Ladder Industry

Little Giant Ladder Systems®, makers of the original articulating ladder, announced eight innovative new product lines that will reshape the ladder industry. An integral part of the company’s strategy for success, Little Giant Ladder Systems is capitalizing on a game-changing opportunity—the reinvention of the traditional stepladder, which has been around for centuries. The release of these innovations marks a pivotal milestone in the company’s... 

Manitowoc Grove GCK3045 Mobile Crane

February 7, 2010 Filed Under: Construction
Manitowoc Grove GCK3045 Mobile Crane

Grove GCK3045, the newest mobile crane that Manitowoc launched during 2009 has a single cab, and its compact dimensions make it ideally suited to working indoors or in crowded urban settings. The GCK3045 has a maximum capacity of 45 t and a 34 m boom with optional twist jib. This 6.3 m/10.2 m jib can rig within the crane’s 2.55 m width as opposed to more conventional jibs which must “swing out” of the crane’s width to set up. Other dimensions... 

EFAFLEX High-Speed Doors Increases Air Traffic Safety

December 11, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
EFAFLEX High-Speed Doors Increases Air Traffic Safety

EFAFLEX high-speed doors are proving of immense value for the airport fire department at Charles de Gaulle airport. They are at the hub in international air traffic operations and are proving to be ideally suited in demanding airport environments. One of the latest projects in this sector is the fire station at Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris. The French newspaper “Le Parisien“ speaks of gigantic doors which open in only two seconds. This outstanding... 

Manitowoc new Grove Industrial Crane at ICUEE

October 13, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Manitowoc new Grove Industrial Crane at ICUEE

The YB7725 is a 25 USt capacity industrial crane and features a 71 ft four-section boom with a 17 ft offsettable swingaway extension. Visitors to the International Construction and Utility Equipment Expo in Louisville, Ky., will have the chance to see the latest addition to the Grove YardBoss industrial crane line – the YB7725. This 25 USt capacity industrial crane features a 71 ft four-section boom with a 17 ft offsettable swingaway extension.... 

RIDGID Press Snap Soil Pipe Cutter

September 26, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
RIDGID Press Snap Soil Pipe Cutter

The RIDGID® Press Snap(TM) soil pipe cutter expands the capabilities of RIDGID standard press tools by providing a fast and easy way to cut cast iron soil pipe. The Press Snap cutter eliminates the need for manual ratcheting when it is connected to a RIDGID press tool. To make a cut, the Press Snap cutter is attached to the press tool, the Press Snap chain wraps around the pipe, and the user presses the trigger to make the cut. There is no need to... 

Bosch RN175 Innovative Roofing Nailer

August 29, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Bosch RN175 Innovative Roofing Nailer

Bosch Power Tools & Accessories this week is expanding its family of Full Force Technology(TM)-equipped pneumatic fastening tools with the addition of the RN175 Roofing Nailer. The Bosch RN175 further enhances ease of use with a Bosch exclusive single-action side loading nail canister. The innovative canister improves reload speed and eliminates the hassles associated with fumbling fastener coils on the rooftop. When it comes to durability,... 

Hitachi New Line of Flooring Nailers & Staplers

August 25, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Hitachi New Line of Flooring Nailers & Staplers

Hitachi Power Tools announced a new line of flooring products including two pneumatic flooring nailers and two staplers as well as a manually powered flooring nailer that does not require a compressor or hose. This line was added to serve the needs of the flooring industry, both professionally and for consumers who plan to tackle flooring installation projects on their own. Flooring nailers and staplers are essential for installing hardwood flooring... 

New Auto Detailing Pressure Washers from Daimer Industries

August 20, 2009 Filed Under: Construction, Home Improvement
New Auto Detailing Pressure Washers from Daimer Industries

Daimer Industries, Inc.® shipped the Super Max(TM) 7000, a new mobile car wash machine for auto detailing professionals that features long-lasting steel heating coils, continuous-use capabilities, and tri-mode steam, hot water and cold water versatility. The Super Max(TM) 7000 car wash equipment includes tri-mode technology that allows the systems to provide steam, hot water, and cold water depending on the cleaning situation. The machines include... 

The Saflok® Concrete Wedge Anchor from Capital Safety Australia

August 20, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
The Saflok® Concrete Wedge Anchor from Capital Safety Australia

DBI-SALA, a Capital Safety brand solely dedicated to the fall protection market, has announced the launch of their NEW Saflok® Concrete Wedge Anchor. The anchor can be reused again and again, thus lowering operating costs and increasing productivity. The anchor is designed to be inserted into a pre-drilled 19mm hole into cured concrete. It provides a safe, 22kN fall arrest rated anchor point for a personal fall arrest system, work positioning system... 

SawStop Table Saw Has Saved Hundreds of Fingers

July 21, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
SawStop Table Saw Has Saved Hundreds of Fingers

The SawStop Table saw is demonstrating that it is a game changer when it comes to tablesaw safety in the woodworking shop. The company has already documented over 600 cases in which its unique patented safety system has prevented serious injury to the tablesaw operator’s fingers. The state-of-the-art SawStop safety system will cause a sawblade spinning at 100 mph to decelerate to a complete stop within 5 milliseconds after the blade comes in...