Cat C175 Engine, Refined Drive Train and Efficient Body Designs for 797F Mining Truck

October 23, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Cat C175 Engine, Refined Drive Train and Efficient Body Designs for 797F Mining Truck

First as the Cat 797, then as the Cat 797B, the design of the largest Cat mining truck has proven its productivity, durability and low cost of operation through more than 10 years of service in the world’s most challenging mining operations. Now, the 797F, with 4, 000-horsepower (2983 kW) and rated payload capacities to 400 tons (363 tonnes), combines the strengths of its predecessors with a new engine, redesigned operator station and custom... 

Caterpillar 793F Mining Truck

October 16, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
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... 

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... 

Sitec Completes Grand Design for Wind Turbine

August 13, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
Sitec Completes Grand Design for Wind Turbine

The first residential Skyrota vertical axis wind turbine installation by Cambridge-based, Sitec Infrastructure Services Ltd, is to be featured on a forthcoming episode of Channel 4s ‘Grand Designs’. The unique two-blade vertical axis turbine, which is designed for use in urban and rural locations and can collect wind from all directions, was recently installed within the garden of Dr Jonathan Belsey’s new home, ‘The Radian Project’ in Boxford,... 

Taco Rolls Out TC Series Pumps

July 21, 2009 Filed Under: Construction
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... 

Yacht Slip at Ocean Reef Sells for Record $4 Million

May 8, 2009 Filed Under: Real Estate
Yacht Slip at Ocean Reef Sells for Record $4 Million

A megayacht slip has sold for a record $4 million at Key Largo’s prestigious Ocean Reef Club, announced Russell Post, President of Russell Post Sotheby’s International Realty who represented both parties during the transaction. The $4 million slip, located on the T-Dock, can accommodate yachts up to 165 feet in length. The previous record sale at Ocean Reef for a similar size dock was $2 million. “In spite of the economy, the demand for megayacht... 

Caterpillar Introduces C175-16 Diesel Generator Set

December 22, 2008 Filed Under: Construction
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,... 

KYOCERA and Independence Power Announce Completion of 268 kW Solar Power System in Burbank, California

December 22, 2008 Filed Under: Construction
KYOCERA and Independence Power Announce Completion of 268 kW Solar Power System in Burbank, California

As part of the construction of a new private aviation hangar at the Bob Hope Airport in Burbank, Calif., Independence Power has completed a 268 kW solar power system which meets 100% of the requirements for the new hangar and attached office building. The structure was built by Shangri-La Construction, and is occupied by Avjet Corporation. The structure has been certified at a LEED Platinum level, and is the first aircraft hangar to be entirely powered... 

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Signs Lease for 33,000 Square Feet in Columbia East Marketplace

November 21, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Atlantic Realty Companies, Inc., one of the largest commercial real estate developers in the Washington, DC/Baltimore, MD region, recently announced that Ollie’s Bargain Outlet has signed a lease for 33,000 square feet at Columbia East Marketplace in Columbia, MD. The store is planning to open in Spring of 2009. Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is the Mid-Atlantic’s largest retailer of closeout, surplus, and salvage merchandise. Their 69 stores...