Miami-based American Business Continuity Group reports breakthrough construction methodologies and proprietary conductive shotcrete shielding to protect buildings from High Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse, Intentional Electromagnetic Interference, Emanations Eavesdropping, natural disasters, and ballistic or blast loads.
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Various international standards describe the measurement of mechanical properties for concrete during the setting process. A typical disadvantage common to test methods is low repeat accuracy.
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A new Blastcrete suppression system limits silica dust exposure in industrial and construction. DustAway consists of an innovative bulk bag design that attaches to a mixer to contain particles released during charging. The bag’s dust ruffle encapsulates airborne particles, helping to control respirable dust. DustAway helps businesses meet new Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations for crystalline silica by controlling dust to within agency permissible exposure limits (PEL).
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The sand- and granular products-suited AquaSense has new electronics in an extra-rugged stainless steel and ceramic body, along with internal firmware and a Windows app for setup and calibration. The digital RS485 communication interface can handle up to 10 sensors daisy-chained on the same cable using protocol compatible with most batch controllers; a USB converter allows connection to all types of hardware.
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HoistCam camera systems suit general contractors deploying cranes for concrete pours. The HC140 low profile wireless model attaches to the hook block with magnets to provide the operator with line-of-sight in blind pours. The HC180 is a rugged wireless model featuring an armored dome; it’s designed for long-term use in environments demanding durability and reliability, and delivers day and night vision capability.
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Recessed Radius SafetyTech outrigger pads are billed as unbreakable due to their engineered thermoplastic construction.
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Company’s Inventory Management Starter Pack, available on quarterly terms, offers a Stockpile Reports service phone/drone license, plus DJI Phantom 4 Pro craft and Apple iPhone 7. Construction materials and contractor customers use the drone and device to measure stockpiles from the air and ground.
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The new S 38 SX combines a tight front outrigger spread, just under 23 feet, with a lightweight design and five-section boom exhibiting articulation capabilities exceeding other styles. Affording 107-ft. and 122-ft. horizontal and vertical reach, it is available in a three-axle configuration with cab-over truck or as a four-axle version with conventional truck to meet federal bridge laws.
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Company has recently added the OSHA-compliant Preco Safety Rebar Cap. Absent breakable fins, it enables cap reuse for protecting workers and pedestrians from vertically protruding rebar.
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Developer of a trailer-based ready mixed concrete delivery has added the Mini Belt Loader, which can be assembled in minutes and moved from one location to another with ease. A 7-ft. conveyor rapidly loads dry materials into the mixing drum with the same hydraulic power used in conventional ready mixed concrete production. Once the belt starts, users scoop raw materials onto the belt to fill the drum and are ready to mix concrete.
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