The Giant Magellan Telescope and Rockford, Ill.-based Ingersoll Machine Tools Inc., part of the Italian Camozzi Group, announced the start of manufacturing and assembly of the largest telescope mount built in the United States. The 22-meter-diameter concrete pier was engineered to protect the telescope during seismic events in the Chilean Atacama Desert. The 39-meter-tall precision moving structure was developed in…
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New concept version of company’s SHK-1 model, the Studson by HighBar Type II safety helmet, features the buckle-free, mono-chinstrap safety system. Initially developed for action sports athletes, the HighBar strap is designed to ensure a more proper and thus safer fit of the SHK-1 Type II safety helmet and full-brim version for workers within construction. The new chin strap system…
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Single- or multi-tank versions of new skid mounted fuel trailers feature capacities from 475 to 990 gallons. Each can be customized with additional compartments for DEF, grease, hydraulic fluid, engine oil, reclaim oil, water, anti-freeze or gear lubricant, as well as components such as a tool box; ARC N AIR compressor/generator with welder and battery charger; and, tool/parts storage compartment.…
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A global player in radio remote controls, engine and generator control panels, plus cloud-based monitoring and control solutions, has announced the North American market availability of the Tyro 2S line. The wireless remote control systems suit mobile, construction and material handling equipment and, with IP65 to IP68 ratings, resist shock, impact, dust, moisture and water. The 2S generation spans Cetus,…
Read MoreSources: White Cap, Atlanta; CP staff The top concrete construction supply and safety product distributor for professional contractors has announced three Q4 deals boosting core and specialty products businesses. In the latter, White Cap has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Triumph Geo-Synthetics Inc., Anaheim, Calif. erosion control material and product distributor serving nonresidential building and infrastructure end markets. It…
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