September 2010
Supply Chain News
PBS&J volunteers install water system in Guatemala
Engineering firm PBS&J's Jacksonville, Fla., office recently traveled to El Adelanto, Guatemala, for a week to participate in a voluntary effort to install a public water system....
Schwing America exits Chapter 11
Concrete equipment manufacturer Schwing America, Inc., has emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. The company's reorganization plan was approved by the Federal Bankruptcy Court after nine months of protection....
Movers and shakers
Executive changes, promotions and appointments at Justrite Manufacturing and Staco Energy Products Co....
Up Front
Exit path markings
The luminous exit path markings are non-electrical, non-radioactive, code-compliant and UL1994-listed. They are part of a staircase-marking system that...
Asset management tool
Bandit's MasterTrak Productivity Package is an asset management tool that can reduce breakdowns and improve preventive maintenance scheduling....
Earth-toned ditch and channel liners
For areas where natural-looking ditches are preferable, two new earth-toned colors have been added to the SmartDitch thermoformed ditch and channel lining...
Manhole safety cover
The Manhole Guard enhances open manhole safety. The lightweight plastic cylinder features a six-inch rise above the manhole surface to reduce the chance...
Tamper-resistant shredder bag
The Keyless Security shredder bag is a large-capacity, four-wheel security bag equipped with dual built-in, tamper-evident closures. Any attempt to enter...
Custom conference tables
Designed for small-to-medium-sized conference and training rooms, the tables are available in sizes up to 5 feet wide by 10 feet long. A variety of shapes...
Green Tech
Conservation reminder labels
Educating to conserve natural resources is the goal of GreenHand Labels....
Radar speed signs
SpeedCheck solar-powered radar speed displays have lower power requirements and reduced operating costs compared to earlier models. The redesigned models...
Green outdoor furnishings
Polly Products' environmentally friendly furniture is made from 100-percent recycled materials and is manufactured in the U.S. The low-maintenance furniture...
Water-free urinal
The F7000 water-free urinal from Falcon Waterfree Technologies has a splash-free bowl that ensures a dry experience for users. The urinal offers low life...
Fuel utilization system
The HyPower Hybrid is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle system that allows utility truck operators to save up to 1.5 gallons of fuel per hour. The system...
Spill response tool
Ultra-Drain Seals and Drain Seal Wall Mounts stop spills from going down the drain. They are designed as an addition to emergency response plans, spill...
Environmental performance management system
Sustain4 helps governments understand and improve their environmental and business performance by providing a foundation for developing and implementing a meaningful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy, or for making existing CSR programs more measurable, tangible and credible....
Special Coverage: Lawn & Garden Equipment
Compact tractors
The Massey Ferguson 1500 Series offers three-range hydrostatic transmissions, and is suited for loader work, mowing, landscaping and grounds maintenance....
Versatile mower
The Gravely Turf PM-3084 has a 27-horsepower engine, 12-volt electric start, 7.5-gallon fuel capacity and hydraulic-driven Locke reels. Three 30-inch,...
Industrial tractor/mulcher
The compact 920 model is designed for demanding land-clearing and site prep applications. It is maneuverable and built to withstand stress and tough terrain,...
Utility vehicles
Use the 3200, 3400, 3400XL and 3450 compact models for inspecting fence, hauling tools, transporting people around a construction site and other tasks....
Mower attachment
The Thatch, Groom Sweep Package, an attachment system for zero-turn mowers, converts from a sweeper to a dethatcher without additional equipment. Available...
Riding mower
The Lazer Z mows up to 8.4 acres per hour at ground speeds up to 11.5 mph. The full-floating UltraCut Series 6 deck features a heavy-duty Triton spindle....
Seeder
The T60 Series II HydroSeeder is available as either a trailer-mounted model, the T60T, or a skid-mounted model, the T60S. Both yield professional results...
Turbine blower
The blower clears debris from congested, hard-to-reach or wide-open areas. It also works efficiently on long stretches of walkways and curbs. The quiet-operating...
Utility vehicle
The Gator XUV 825i Crossover Utility Vehicle has a 50-horsepower, 3-cylinder engine for tough tasks, trails and terrain. The unit can travel at speeds...
Compact tree chipper
The 25/36 Whole Tree Chipper is suited for moderate-volume, in-woods chipping. The unit has a 25-by-22-inch infeed opening and power options from 325...
High-pressure pump
The two-inch PKX201H is suited for a variety of applications, including public lawn and garden watering, water transfer to high places and secondary firefighting...
Riding mowers
The 10 models in the Z Master G3 series have a low center of gravity, enhancing hillside stability and traction. A vertical shaft engine that sits low...
Lightweight sod cutter
The Kiscutter sod cutter weighs 140 pounds and is suited for cutting out sod in tight spaces, and cutting out dead areas and flower beds, particularly...
In Focus: Government Buildings
Hurricane roof hatch
The company's standard Type S and NB steel and aluminum roof hatches conform to high-velocity hurricane zone standards in Miami-Dade County, Fla. The...
LED lighting fixture
The io radii 38 is an LED trackhead luminaire offered in two light output options equivalent to 90W PAR38 and 35W PAR30 ceramic metal halide lamps. Available...
Safety monitoring system
The en-Gauge monitoring system for fire extinguishers and building safety devices has a wireless sensor-monitoring platform that alerts building owners...
Floor finish system
The Scotchgard Ultra Durable Floor Finish System is designed for high-traffic, high-visibility facilities such as hospitals, office buildings and education...
Safe light fixture maintenance
Maintenance personnel can safely remove high-ceiling and stairway-based light fixtures for relamping and replacing without a ladder by using the Accessmount...
Security enhancement system
The AbeoTS Automated Warning and Response Engine (AWARE) automates all possible security scenarios and intelligently builds rules into a system for responding...
Office electronics timer
The Belkin Conserve Surge With Timer reduces power consumption at desktop workstations that consume power when turned off or in standby mode. The timer...
Suspended ceiling panels
Ecophon Master Solo S panels are a sustainable design option for schools, offices, restaurants and auditoriums. The panels, made from 75 percent recycled...
Dimming controls for lighting
The EcoSystem lighting control H-series ballast line can dim to less than 1 percent for T8 lamps, and it can dim to 1 percent for T5 and T5HO lamps. Digitally...
Infrared heater
The ETU200 gas-fired infrared tube heater has a 200,000 BTU/Hour capacity and can be adjusted manually to the desired temperature. The heater is suited...
Floor scrubber system
The Advance EcoFlex floor scrubber system available on Advance Condor and Advance Adgressor automatic scrubbers gives facility managers a blend of pad...
Thermal comfort fans
Zone of Occupancy (ZOO) fans make people comfortable in places like public buildings, government offices, airports and retail spaces. The fans eliminate...
Humidifier controls
The Vapor-logic4 web-enabled controller for Vaporstream electric humidifiers allows communication with building automation systems via Modbus or with...
Window retrofit system
The RENOVATE system turns existing single-pane windows into an energy-efficient, triple-pane system without investing in a full replacement. Use it to...
In Focus: Tools
Multi-use screwdriver and nutdriver
The Twist-a-Nut 7-In-1 tool contains the most common screwdriver bits and has a universal connector wrench in the handle that accepts twist-on connectors...
Electric cold pressure washer
The Steam Jenny line of direct-driven washers are for use in areas where gas-powered machines cannot be operated....
Concrete planer
Makita's PC5001C five-inch concrete planer has an adjustable front roller and auxiliary base for consistent planing depth and stability. City maintenance...
Bandsaws for big jobs
The HBP-800AXL Automatic and HBP-800XL Semi-Automatic series efficiently cut large-diameter tubing. The saws cut solid bars and structurals up to 31.5...
Durable tool lanyard
Ergodyne's Squids 3100 Black Tool Lanyard has twice the weight rating of previous models and is suited for crews working with tools at heights. The Squids...
Multi-function tool
Hilti's PMC 46 Combilaser kit helps professionals on their leveling, alignment, plumbing and squaring jobs. The kit includes a universal adapter, a wall...
Portable hole puncher
The Hougen-Ogura Punch-Pro Electro-hydraulic puncher produces 8.5 tons of punching force without the need for electricity. The unit can be used on a man-lift...
Wire strippers
Ergonomic grips on ProStrip 10/20 wire strippers minimize hand and wrist fatigue. They cut and strip 10-20 AWG solid and 12-22 stranded wire. The ProStrip...
Tools website
The Pro Torque Tools site, www.protorquetools.com, includes torque wrenches, torque multipliers and torque screwdrivers manufactured by J.H. Williams...
High-torque impact wrench
Metabo Corp.'s 18-volt, half-inch impact wrench has three electronic speed ranges, a lithium battery and air-cooled charging for long battery life. The...
Swing head band saw
The SH 1419 has a swing head for mitering without material movement and is suited for bundle cutting. The saw has 60 degrees of mitering ability and features...
Tool rental program
Tool cribs, which are tool containers in sizes from 20 to 40 feet, are available for rental and contain tools that are specific to a customer's needs....
Torque multiplier display wrench
The Proto torque multiplier display wrench measures torque directly at the fastener, so the mechanic does not need to perform hand-calculations. The display...
Marketplace
Reversible gearmotor and brake
Model MMP D40-675D-24V GP81-068 BR-035 DC is a fully reversible gearmotor equipped with an integrally mounted failsafe holding brake. The gearmotor measures...
Wireless driveway monitors
Wireless driveway monitors detect vehicles leaving or entering. Both solar- (STI-34100) and battery-powered (STI-34150) offer a 433-megahertz wireless...
Commercial mowers
All seven models in the ZTrak PRO 900 series feature the manufacturer's 7-Iron Pro deck with stamped, seven-gauge steel, full-wrap reinforcement and mulch-on-demand...
Fire escape hood
The iEvac smoke hood protects users and provides filtered air during escape from fire. Suitable for office buildings, labs, airplanes, dormitories and...
High-intensity vehicle light
The High Intensity Discharge (HID) Stryker offers peak beam intensity of 650,000 candela. An internally ballasted HID bulb and reflector achieve a maximum...
Wrap for oversized assets
The extra-wide shrinkwrap covers boats, RVs or other large equipment. Measuring 50 feet wide by 100 feet long and 9 millimeters thick, the white-colored...
Outdoor LED architectural lighting
Structural LED outdoor architectural lighting uses MicroEmitter modules to grab beams from LED clusters and tightly focus them on a particular area. The...
Weather-resistant footwear
The Smith & Wesson Guardian GTX Series of footwear features GORE-TEX fabric that is waterproof. The series of weather-resistant boots and shoes is suited...
Long-range barcode labels
The labels have a highly visible retro-reflective film that makes them easy to read in warehouses, bulk-storage facilities and distribution centers. The...
Vandal-proof receptacles
The Stadium Series of waste and recycling containers from Witt Industries are made from heavy-gauge steel to thwart vandalism. The containers feature...
Durable bicycles
The bicycles are suited for government and institutional facilities looking for a transportation alternative to vehicles and chain-driven, pneumatic-tire...
Convertible tool
The Dynafile II air-powered abrasive belt machine converts to a die grinder with the addition of a -inch collet, or to an air drill by adding a chuck....
Towel dispenser
The surface-mounted, automatic, touch-free towel dispenser uses standard paper towel rolls, allowing for economical open-market purchasing of non-proprietary...
Low-speed vehicle
The Villager LSV is a street-legal, zero-emission, low-speed vehicle with a maximum speed of 22 to 24 mph. It is an all-electric vehicle, and can cover...
Versatile horizontal grinder
The multi-purpose Dynamic 5240 grinder will produce up to 200 cubic yards per hour from infeed materials up to 18 inches in diameter....
Sturdy equipment trailer
The MH35 trailer has a 35-ton capacity, and the high ground clearance and heavy-duty spring suspension make it suited for hauling equipment in rugged...
Sturdy industrial vacuum
The FarrVac operates with no compressed air; it uses pulse-cleaning technology that flushes filters with ambient air during operation. The technology...
Truck service package
The company is offering truck service bodies, telescopic cranes and truck-mounted air compressors that are sold as a package. The company has four cranes...
EPA-compliant emergency vehicle engine
An EPA-compliant Cummins ISX15 15-liter engine is available for the Pierce Velocity custom chassis. The ISX15 engine produces 550 horsepower, 1,850 ft.-lbs....
Catalogs
Tents
Economy Tent International's new catalog celebrates the company's 60th anniversary. It features the Trio frame system, Classic frame tents, marquee tents,...
Tools, janitorial supplies
Applied Industrial Technologies has released its 2010/2011 Applied Product Catalog with more than 3,000 new products. The full-line catalog, with 38,000...
Cleaning chemicals
Warsaw Chemical Co. has released a 16-page Full Line Product Guide, featuring descriptions for food service and laundry, disinfectant, washroom sanitation,...
Boats
SeaArk Marine has released a 31-page color product brochure covering its inventory of aluminum boats. The vessel types include seaworthy Deep Vee work...
Bridges
Big R Bridge has released its 10-page Bridges for Infrastructure Development catalog. The publication describes the company's vehicle bridge, plate bridge,...
Parting Shots
Instrument calibrator
The 5080A accurately calibrates both analog and digital instruments, and has built-in protection circuitry to prevent damage from reversed input voltages....
Safety glasses
The Smith & Wesson Aviator line of protective eyewear provides a fashionable and comfortable style. The Aviator has a sturdy nylon frame with a cut-to-shape,...
Hydraulic excavator
The PC160LC-8 offers maximum digging force. Its electronically controlled HPCR (High Pressure Common Rail) fuel injection system is EPA Tier 3 emissions-certified....
Filter monitors
Available with either 1- or 2.5-inch-diameter dial cases, the PVC filter monitors measure differential pressure and help determine the condition of filter...
Liquid propane passenger bus
The ROUSH liquid propane system has been incorporated into the 30-passsenger Micro Bird Type A Multi-Function School Activity (MSFAB) bus....
Hoisting sling
With a rated capacity of 200 pounds, the nylon web Bucket Sling is a simple solution for applications where 5-gallon buckets are used for moving tools...
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