Building on the productivity of the Bobcat 700 and 800 frame-size loaders, significant upgrades have been made to the skid-steer loaders, compact track loaders and all-wheel steer loader. Upgraded loader features apply key interim Tier 4 (iT4) technologies to provide enhanced loader functionality and reporting for machines with horsepower ranging from 75 to 174. Machines in this horsepower class include Bobcat’s 700 and 800 frame-size loaders, consisting of seven M-Series loaders: the S750, S770, and S850 skid-steer loaders; the A770 all-wheel steer loader; and the T750, T770 and T870 compact track loaders.
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Hollow hole hydraulic cylinder
To meet the needs of big jobs such as crane assembly, rigging and heavy construction demanding reliable portable power. The company has introduced a 1,000 ton capacity, double-acting hollow hole hydraulic cylinder. This cylinder joins the other rugged hollow hole cylinders in the Trompler line of off-the-shelf hydraulics.
Read MoreLow VOC waterproofing
W.R. Meadows recently introduced Hydralastic 836 into its waterproofing lineup. Used for horizontal and vertical applications, Hydralastic 836 is ideal for positive-side waterproofing for foundations and also in between-slab applications such as waterproofing plaza decks, planter boxes and sealing parapets.
Read MoreCrystallizing admixture helps cap ‘The Shard’
Xypex C-1000 admixture was used to waterproof capping beams and other elements used in the construction of London’s new 95-story building, The Shard, named by its creator for its resemblance to a giant pyramid-shaped shard of glass rising 1,016 ft. in the air. Designed by Renzo Piano, The Shard replaced Southwark Towers next to London Bridge station. As of now, it is the tallest building in the European Union, and boasts 1.2 million sq. ft. of mixed-use floor space.
Read MoreNorth Star logs certification for BASF Rheopel
North Star Stone and Masonry announced the Water-Repellent Admixture Certification for concrete block production containing RheopelPlus high-performance admixtures produced by BASF Construction Chemicals, LLC. The company will manufacture Rheopel Plus admixture-treated concrete masonry units, having met the performance requirements for water repellency as set forth by BASF Construction Chemicals, LLC, at their Medford, Minn., plant location. Rick Johnson, plant manager, will oversee manufacturing, production and distribution to ensure quality levels and availability consistent with other North Star products.
Read MoreCarbide bushing tool
The Bosch Carbide Bushing Tool is engineered specifically for those smaller concrete chipping or gouging jobs that require a concrete roughing accessory.
Read MoreRoller bearing units
New SKF ConCentraSYAF roller bearing units introduce ready-to-mount and highly reliable solutions for conveyors exposed to harsh operating conditions. An innovative and unique concentric mounting system properly and securely grips the circumference of a rotating shaft to virtually eliminate potential fretting corrosion, minimize risks of imbalance-initiated vibration, and promote optimized function and trouble-free performance, contributing to longer service life.
Read MorePortable air compressors
Doosan Portable Power introduces three new models of dual pressure mid-range air compressors—P425/HP375WCU, HP450/ VHP400WCU, and P600/XP535WCU. The innovative portable air compressors are built to withstand the most challenging applications and perform efficiently in the harshest environments. They are ideal for use in a variety of applications, including general construction, abrasive blasting and pneumatic tool applications, and complement any rental fleet.
Read MoreCentralized pneumatic control for multiple hoists
Material handling specialist J.D. Neuhaus recently supplied a handling system comprising four of its air-operated monorail hoists. It featured a centralized pneumatic system providing common sensitive controls for lift and traverse movements of the hoists, either individual or paired, or with all four hoist units operating simultaneously.
Read MoreIMI veteran logs his second National Mixer Driver Championship title
Sources: National Ready Mixed Concrete Association, Silver Spring, Md.; CP staff
Irving Materials Inc. driver Trent Slavens took the 2012 National Mixer Driver Championship, adding a fourth trophy to a collection earned from his placing first in the 2010 event and third in 2009 and 2011. Slavens has delivered ready mixed for 23 years, the past 13 with Greenfield, Ind.-based IMI.
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