Hitachi Introduces More Micro Lithium Ion Tools to the Series

Sunday, December 28th 2008
Hitachi Introduces More Micro Lithium Ion Tools to the Series

Hitachi Power Tools introduced several new tools and combo kits to the Micro Series lineup; the CR10DL micro reciprocating saw, the WH10DCL micro right angle impact driver, the UB10DL micro flashlight, the KC10DAL 3-Piece Combo Kit (includes DB10DL – micro driver drill, WH10DL micro impact driver, UB10DL micro flashlight) and the KC10DBL 3-piece Combo Kit (includes DB10DL – micro driver drill, the CR10DL micro reciprocating saw, UB10DL... 

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,... 

Hilti VC20-U and VC40-U Vacuums

Tuesday, December 16th 2008
Hilti VC20-U and VC40-U Vacuums

Achieve a cleaner, more dust-free workplace with the VC20-U and VC40-U vacuums (left). Both models are suitable for dry and wet cutting and grinding, drilling and dry coring, wet coring, angle grinding, and wood applications. Equipped with 1,200-watt power and automatic power filter cleaning technology, the vacuums offer a high volume-to-capacity ratio and maintain constant suction performance without interruption, the maker says. The valve opens... 

Volvo L45F and L50F wheel loaders offer twin peaks – Performance and Productivity

Tuesday, December 9th 2008
Volvo L45F and L50F wheel loaders offer twin peaks - Performance and Productivity

Two new mid-sized wheel loaders are the latest additions to Volvo Construction Equipment’s F-Series line up. The Volvo L45F and L50F delivers peak performance for increased productivity – and profitability. The latest additions to Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE)’s ever expanding F-Series range of wheel loaders is the L45F and L50F machines. Fitting into the mid sized class of machines, both wheel loaders are made for performance, with... 

Sanyo Eco-i HVAC System

Wednesday, December 3rd 2008

Sanyo’s ECO-i VRF (variable refrigerant flow) heat pumps are all-in-one modular space conditioning systems providing ductless heating and cooling for multiple discrete zones in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. The units use non-ozone-depleting R410a refrigerant to provide from 3.2 to 20.7 tons cooling, and 3.6 to 23.2 tons heating, depending on model and configuration—some of which have a COP over 4.0 at full load (most heat... 

Viewpoint V6 Software® Product Now Available for Canadian Commercial Contractors

Wednesday, December 3rd 2008

Viewpoint Construction Software™, a leader in software for the construction industry, today introduced the release of a fully localized version of its flagship construction enterprise software solution, Viewpoint V6 Software®, developed and designed to meet the specific needs of mid- to large-volume commercial contractors in Canada. Viewpoint Construction Software announced today, at Construct Canada in Toronto, the release of Viewpoint V6 Software... 

Hobart Brothers Offers Self-Shielded Flux-Cored Welding Wire for X80 Pipeline

Wednesday, December 3rd 2008

To ensure consistent chemical and mechanical properties when welding on critical X80 pipeline applications, Hobart Brothers offers its Hobart® Fabshield X80 self-shielded flux-cored welding wire. The Fabshield X80 creates welds with high tensile strength and excellent CVN (Charpy V-Notch) impact toughness that remain ductile at low temperature. Classified under AWS (American Welding Society) A5.29, class E81T8-Ni2 J, the Fabshield X80 wire provides... 

Schréder Lighting USA Introduces Advanced Tunnel Lighting Solutions to USA

Monday, November 24th 2008

Utilizing Schréder’s extensive research and experience in the development of high-quality luminaires for tunnels around the globe, Schréder Lighting USA introduces Advanced Tunnel Lighting Solutions to the specification community in the United States. Schréder Lighting USA, the newest of the 40-member Schréder Group G.I.E. located in 36 countries on four continents, is marketing the Schréder brand in the fields of Public Lighting, Floodlighting,... 

Xtralis VESDA Aspirating Smoke Detection System Selected for New Heathrow Terminal 5

Monday, November 24th 2008

Xtralis, a leading provider of intelligent fire detection and security solutions, announced that its VESDA Very Early Warning Aspirating Smoke Detection (ASD) system has been chosen by BAA to help ensure the safe transit of passengers through the baggage halls of the recently opened Heathrow Terminal 5. BAA’s Heathrow Terminal 5 is the largest single-span structure in the UK and is designed to accommodate 30 million passengers annually. T5 houses... 

Anything Brands Online Tradesman Tool Division Launches National Dealer Network and Increased Revenue Projections for 2009

Monday, November 24th 2008

Anything Brands Online, Inc. announced that its Tradesman Tool division has greatly expanded its revenue projections for 2009 through the launch of a national dealer network. Tradesman Tool, an Online Retailer of Automotive & Industrial Tools & Equipment, sets its plan in motion to establish a group of 100 independent dealers throughout the U.S. Targeted sales for each dealer will be based upon market size and economic conditions of each...