Equipment & Products – Page 5

U.K. LOAD CELL SPECIALIST EYES NORTH AMERICA

April 8, 2015 Concrete News

U.K. load monitoring technology specialist Straightpoint has engaged North American prospects as part of five-year growth strategy to expand its business this side of the Atlantic by 20 to 30 percent annually. The Straightpoint Inc. subsidiary has showcased force measurement, load monitoring and suspended weighing load cells at a series of trade shows and industry networking events, where participants especially noted the new version of the Radiolink Plus wireless tension load cell.

Bin level indicator

October 28, 2014 Concrete News

The SRP is an affordable rotary paddle type point level sensor with advanced features including a universal 20-250 VAC/VDC power supply and an adjustable time delay for its relay outputs. Its universal power supply means users only need a single device, even if they require AC and DC versions or a broad range of voltages such as 24VAC, 24VDC, 115VAC and 230VAC.

Laser measure

October 28, 2014 Concrete News

Pocket-sized GLM 15 laser measure features simple, one-button operation. As soon as the tool is turned on, it calculates precise distances up to 50 feet within 1/8-in. accuracy.

Magnet adapter

October 28, 2014 Concrete News

Two new adapters suit company’s 1- and 2.5-ton Ezy-Stryp button magnets. They are designed for a range of applications where precasters use various forming materials on steel casting tables, and perform with steel, wood, plastic or other forming surface.

Penetrating lubricant

October 28, 2014 Concrete News

Protection First Class (PFC) penetrating lubricant and rust inhibitor represents company’s entry into a new category of environmentally responsible formulations, as indicated in a 99 percent pure cosmetic-grade lanolin composition. Traditional penetrating lubricants use solvents to lower the viscosity of the oils they contain, enabling them to flow more easily or to be dispensed as a spray. The solvents break down some of the essential properties of the oils they mix with and, after quickly evaporating, leave a dry, varnish-like residue that can collect dirt and may actually increase surface friction—thus impeding mechanical action.

Ultra-rugged mobile device

October 28, 2014 Concrete News

The first in a series of mobile devices designed specifically to withstand hard use in industrial environments, theu N4 is housed in an ultra-rugged polycarbonate shell, waterproof and heat-resistant. It features a 5.5-in. high-resolution, 720×1280 Super AMOLED display, Android version 4.3, and 70-key backlit keypad. Other features include a hot-swappable battery, optional three-channel magnetic stripe reader, and an 8MP color camera.

Manhole adjustment system

October 27, 2014 Concrete News

Company’s Manhole Shield removes installation guesswork from final adjustment while affording what product engineers contend are immediate cost-savings by simplifying the process for long-term durability, reliability and safety. The system incorporates concrete grade rings, underground mortar, masonry shim strips and an impermeable barrier, promoting proper installation and reducing routine maintenance.

Box girder beam cranes

October 27, 2014 Concrete News

A specialist in overhead bridge crane design, build, and installation, Innovated Industrial Services has expanded its production capabilities to include construction of box girders, well suited for use with long-span, high-capacity double girder overhead bridge cranes and runway beams commonly used in concrete products and other heavy industrial applications. The company also designs and builds single-girder, mono-box models.

35,000-lb. forklift

October 27, 2014 Concrete News

One of 24 models in the company’s high-performance, diesel forklift line, the 160D-7E suits concrete product handling. Built with a six-cylinder, turbo-charged Cummins QSB6.7 Tier III engine, rated at 162 hp, it provides optimum power, low noise and fuel efficiency.

Bim, Erp Integration Key To Future Of Software For The Precast Industry

January 7, 2014 Alan Barr

Two acronyms go well together, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and BIM (Building Information Modeling). But what is the relationship between BIM & ERP? Why is it important to understand both? And what possible interest could more software have to a precaster? BIM and ERP each represent one half of the whole software automation picture as it relates to precast concrete manufacturing. Integrated and taken together, BIM & ERP will provide precast producers the design, production control and financial management tools they need to fully take advantage of the coming revolution in building construction.