A six-piece battery electric assembly powering a poke vibrator and five other portable concrete tools ranks among the 200 TIME Best Inventions of 2024. The DeWalt Powershift is billed as delivering “a seamless transition from gas-powered to battery-operated projects, setting a new industry standard and represent[ing] the future of sustainable solutions the concrete industry needs.” Product engineers estimate a carbon dioxide emissions reduction of up to 60 percent when deploying electric versus gas power for Dewalt concrete tools.
“The Powershift System was developed with the goal of making jobsites more efficient and more effective through innovation,” says DeWalt President Frank Mannarino. “We are honored that TIME recognized it as a Best Invention of 2024. This achievement is a testament to the brand’s vision and dedication to increasing efficiency for trade professionals while keeping sustainability top of mind. We heard from end users that there was a need for more powerful and electrified tools and are proud to have delivered.” — Stanley Black & Decker, Towson, Md.
Powershift arms concrete practitioners for compliance with government mandates or ordinances limiting the use of gas-powered equipment.
ELECTRIC TELEHANDLER
The latest electric-powered machine from JLG Industries, Inc. offers zero-emission and low-noise operation for moving materials around indoor construction, urban, residential and municipal projects. “As job sites evolve, machines need to evolve with them,” says Senior Product Manager John Boehme. “Our new E313 electric-powered telehandler transforms how work is done in emission-free spaces and noise-sensitive environments by delivering a quieter, more efficient working experience.”
With a 3,500-lb. maximum lift capacity, 13-ft. lift height, 5-ft. 8-in. forward reach and 9.3-mph travel speed, he adds, the E313 provides all the advantages of an ultra-compact, electric-powered machine without sacrificing performance for loading and unloading trucks and flatbeds, moving materials around or accessing work in single-story buildings.