October 2010
Supply Chain News
Chevrolet's new Caprice police vehicle scores highly in driving tests
General Motor's 2011 Chevrolet Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle scored high marks in the Michigan State Police Evaluation Program, which was conducted in mid-September....
Bandit Industries sponsors driver in NASCAR's Nationwide Kansas Lottery 300
Bandit Industries sponsored NASCAR driver Parker Kligerman in the Nationwide Series Kansas Lottery 300 race in Kansas City, Kan....
Agricultural engineer wins 2010 Hancor Soil and Water Engineering Award
Jeffrey Arnold, an agricultural engineer with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service, has received the 2010 Hancor Soil and Water Engineering Award from the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers....
Thompson Pump emergency response team fought Gulf oil spill
Thompson Pump Co. mobilized its Emergency Response Team to provide pumping equipment, supplies, manpower and a wealth of tactical knowledge to areas devastated by the Gulf of Mexico oil spill....
Movers and shakers
Executive changes, promotions and appointments at American Public Works Association, Aquionics, PBS&J, and Spalding DeDecker Assoc....
Show Preview
2010 GIE+Expo: Lawn and grounds equipment, education and entertainment on tap
The Green Industry and Equipment Expo (GIE+Expo), America's 14th largest tradeshow, is the place to be in late October....
2010 NRPA Congress aims to connect communities
Acknowledging the realities of the economy and looking forward to future possibilities, National Recreation and Parks Association CEO Barbara Tulipane asks leaders in the field to come to Minneapolis for the 2010 NRPA Congress and Exposition — themed "Connecting Communities" — being held Oct. 25-29....
2010 GIE+Expo Exhibitors
Compact trenchers with tracks
The Zahn R230 and R300 two-wheel-drive compact trenchers are available with a heavy-duty track option. The tracks boost the machines' traction, especially...
Utility vehicles
Choose from four models the 3200, 3400, 3400XL and 3450. Higher horsepower ratings in the vehicles' gas and diesel engines enable increased payloads,...
Loaders
Engine and hydraulic system upgrades on Caterpillar's B-Series 3 loaders allow the small-frame machines to perform as larger machines in confined spaces....
Ground protection mats storage
AlturnaMATS Turn-a-Racks are used to transport and store the company's ground protection mats. The round-steel rack is lightweight to save on freight...
Versatile, compact tractor
The 31-horsepower Sx3100 compact tractor can handle light construction, nursery work, routine maintenance and lawn care on government grounds and parks....
2011 mower upgrades
The 2011-model Dixie Chopper lawn mowers feature a knobby rubber mat covering with a Dixie Chopper logo on the floor pan. For greater operator safety,...
Backpack blower
The PB-770 blower is equipped with a 63.3 cc engine and efficient air ventilation system. It is available with either a hip-mounted- (PB-770H) or tube-mounted...
Diesel mower
The Model 930D's 30-horsepower MaxTorque diesel engine is designed for fuel-efficiency and power, saving up to 700 gallons over 1,000 hours of use compared...
Mini skid steer loader
The S800TX has a rated tip capacity of 2,400 pounds and SAE operating capacity of 840 pounds. The skid steer can efficiently lift and transport a large...
Complete mower lineup
The seven models in the ZTrak PRO 900 series feature the durable 7-Iron Pro deck with stamped, seven-gauge steel, full-wrap reinforcement and Mulch-on-Demand...
Engines
The Honda GX series of horizontal shaft engines offers reliable, easy starting and fuel-efficient power. The series' rugged overhead-valve design ensures...
2010 NRPA Congress Exhibitors
Shade shelter
The Millennium Trellis, a new product in the Poligon shade shelter line, has customizable frame heights and lengths with a Poli-5000 powder-coated steel frame....
Recreation security system
The MiracleTech security system lights up the night to deter crime and misuse of park and playground areas. Components of the system are ParkWatch, an...
Mobile bleacher
Speedy Bleacher 108 can be moved from one location to another with a conventional vehicle. The bleacher has an electric folding mechanism and telescoping...
Accessible kayak and canoe launch
The EZ Launch port system designed for safety in boarding, launching and recovering kayaks and canoes now includes the EZ Launch Accessible Transfer System...
Park and streetscape equipment
Pilot Rock Park Equipment is suited for use in parks, campgrounds and streetscapes. Designed to make outdoor recreation safe, comfortable and convenient,...
Park, camp and recreational structures
Cedar Forest Products offers pre-engineered all-wood, steel and wood, and all-steel structures for public and private parks, camps and recreational facilities....
Aquatic floor system
The SoftSide foam padded floor system combined with the RenoSys PVC pool shell technology is designed for safety fall zone protection in water playgrounds/spraygrounds...
Concrete buildings
CXT concrete restroom, shower and concession buildings are available in multiple designs, textures and colors. The prefabricated buildings are delivered...
Sport fence system
The SportaFence portable outfield chain link fencing system has 10-foot panels either 5- or 6- feet high for softball, baseball, soccer and other activities....
Water park control and monitoring system
The Rain Drops SprayGround system for water parks monitors water quality, use and malfunction reports in real time and sends e-mail or text message alerts....
Recreation management software
Vermont Systems offers recreation management software and support services for parks, facility and golf course operations....
Up Front
Rock buckets
Bobcat's rock buckets have tines that help separate rocks or debris from dirt and mulch. The rock bucket's design keeps the cutting edge of the attachment...
Blended lubricant
Sili Kroil is a blend of Kroil and dymethyl silicones. The product penetrates to one-millionth-inch spaces, dissolves rust, and lubricates to loosen frozen metal parts and keep them moving....
Mobile base hose reels
The 9000 series heavy-duty hose reels feature a mobile base and dual fluid path to accommodate longer lengths of twin hydraulic hose. Reels may be floor-,...
Cigarette receptacles
Ultra-SmokeStop cigarette receptacles help keep high-traffic areas clear of unsightly cigarette butts. The Classic model offers a distinguished look and...
Cab enclosure
The PathPro SS soft cab for the 2010 Polaris Ranger 400 and 800 models mounts to the factory-installed Roll-Over Protection System. The unit is lightweight...
Cold asphalt
EZ Street's polymer-modified cold asphalt repairs potholes, cracks and other damages to asphalt and concrete. The cold asphalt does not require any mixing...
Roadway reinforcement product
The Mirafi RS580i is a geosynthetic roadway product for base reinforcement and subgrade stabilization. Double-layer construction provides filtration and...
Concrete curing and sealing compound
Decra-Seal is a non-yellowing, acrylic-based, high solids, liquid curing and sealing compound for decorative concrete. The compound seals and protects...
Special Coverage: Construction Products
Abrasive
Cubitron II Fibre Discs and metalworking belts have an abrasive life expectancy two to four times longer than conventional abrasives, according to the...
Saw
The AS170 brick and mortar saw's cutting technology uses an orbital cutting motion with two forward-facing blades that combine to perform both a hammering...
Gypsum board
ProRoc Extra Abuse Gypsum Board with M2Tech protects against indentations, offers moisture and mold protection, and is fire resistant. It is suited for...
Drilling attachment
Suited for skid steer loaders, mini-excavators and small backhoes, the 671 DIG-R-TACH Series 16 earth drilling attachment is intended for smaller hydraulic...
Dozer blade
The Severe Duty Dozer Blade (SDDB) is for government agencies that fight packed snow all winter and move dirt all summer. The SDDB mounts on either a...
Diamond blades
Equidist diamond blades are engineered with industrial-grade diamonds and bonded matrixes, and match Hilti DSH gas saws. Use the blades in a variety of...
Service vehicle compressors
The single-stage compressor line features four models with 30-gallon air tanks standard. Other air tank sizes and configurations are available. The units...
Diesel loader
The 744K 4WD loader has an Interim Tier 4 (IT4) engine option that meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) IT4 emissions regulations. The...
Crawler dozers
An 8.27-liter, EPA Tier 3-emission-certified SAA6D114E-3 engine powers the D65-16 models. The units have Sigmadozer blades and automatic transmissions...
Concrete screed
The Lightning Strike concrete roller screed is lightweight for easy transport and one-person set up....
Welder generators
The Trailblazer 302 EFI and Bobcat 250 EFI are electronic-fuel-injected (EFI) engine-driven twin-cylinder models that reduce fuel consumption and emissions....
Rooftop HVAC replacement
Retro-mate adapters offer a fast, cost-effective method of replacing rooftop HVAC units. The old rooftop unit is removed, and the Retro-mate is installed...
Transportable fuel tanks
The double-walled Transcube tanks provide 110-percent secondary containment of the inner container's total capacity to eliminate the risk of spills and...
Spreaders for dump bodies
SnowEx models SP-2200 and SP-2200-H provide under-tailgate options for installing spreaders on dump bodies. The spreaders mount underneath the rear gate...
In Focus: Information Technology Products
Mobile tablet PC
The xTablet T7000 with Windows 7 can serve the functions of both a notebook and a handheld computing device. The compact unit has a 1.6 GHz processor,...
Secure USB drive
MXI Security has added a 64-GB storage device to its Stealth line. The USB drive can be used to provide a secure USB desktop, and it is powered by Bluefly....
Rugged touch screen PC
noax industrial touch screen PCs are built to resist vibration, shock, moisture, water, oil and dust. Their enclosures are completely sealed, with no...
Hard drive and device shredder
The model 0300 Jackhammer Shredder destroys hard drives, other electronic devices (cell phones, BlackBerrys, PDAs), optical media (CDs and DVDs), and...
Mac-compatible monitoring software
Spector 360 2010 with Mac Client allows law enforcement and other government agencies to monitor both Windows and Mac OS computers to ensure compliance...
Touchscreen tablet PC
The RT10 series tablet PCs are spill-, dust- and shockproof, as well as watertight....
Business process automation software
AMANDA software consolidates Master Data on personnel, equipment, vehicles, assets and property into a single database while maintaining data security....
Remote access management
DigitalPersona Pro Enterprise software enables governments to maintain high levels of IT security with their mobile workforces. It provides full-disk...
Fiber optic network switch
The QuickSwitch Model 6297 allows access to any one of two fiber optic networks from one computer. The switch can be used in any government office, lab...
Versatile sheet-fed scanner
The WorkForce Pro GT-S50 can scan documents from the size of business cards up to 8.5-by-36-inch documents, with a feeder that holds 75 pages. Up to 40...
Slimmed-down data storage
The Storwize STN-6000i Series appliance reduces data on both primary and backup data storage, while still allowing rapid access to all data. The unit...
In Focus: Traffic Safety and Signage
Reflective sheeting for traffic signs
Diamond Grade DG3 (DG-cubed) reflective sheeting for traffic signs returns nearly twice as much reflected light to drivers, thus increasing roadway safety,...
Radar sign
The SafePace 100 is compact, portable, and designed for municipalities, construction zones, schools, campuses and commercial districts. AC Power is included,...
Solar-powered flashing arrowboard
A solar-powered flashing arrowboard from Allmand has compartment space for up to four 8D commercial deep-cycle batteries. The Eclipse AB 2220 comes equipped...
Traffic message signs
The Advantage and T300 Series changeable message sign products deliver motorist information for effective traffic control. The battery-powered units have...
Road curve warning systems
BlinkerSign Flashing LED Chevron traffic warning signs increase safety on dangerous curves....
Separator curb
Tuff Curb works with Impact Recovery Systems' spring-mounted posts and traffic signs, and is suited for medians, railroad crossings, edge lines, curves...
Radar speed signs
SpeedCheck radar speed signs have received approved vendor status in California, Minnesota and Florida, after meeting product excellence and service quality...
Traffic delineation posts
Reflective sheeting on the posts ensures 360-degree visibility for increased safety and visibility. The traffic delineation posts are highly visible both...
Reserve traffic signal power
A reserve power supply cabinet for traffic lights from PowerUp Power Systems provides alternate power to keep signals running in emergency situations....
Impact-resistant crosswalk signs
Pexco's pedestrian crosswalk signs feature internal polyurethane rods in the posts that allow the signs to spring back to an upright position upon impact....
Sturdy fiber optic traffic signal connector
The IRIS breakaway connector automatically disengages upon vehicle impact to protect traffic signal cabinet electronics. The connector also protects fiber...
Marketplace
Portable light and siren system
The Bull Blaster light and siren system is a portable lightbar with eight high-output LED modules and a self-contained 60-watt siren. The unit, which...
Transportation and equipment installation
Colonial Equipment offers vans, transit buses, coaches and hybrid drive vehicles as well as mobile command trailers. Transportation options range from...
Vehicle manufacture and outfitting
Mobile Concepts by Scotty manufactures custom vehicles and trailers, outfits tractor trailers and repurposes ocean shipping containers. Custom floor plans...
Fleet tracking system
The GPS Fleet tracking system combines GPS technology, two-way satellite communications, intelligent modems and a web-hosted application to enhance mobile fleet management....
Pneumatic blower
The TM-70 pneumatic blower spreads an array of materials: mulch, compost, soil blends, sand, pea gravel and wood chips. It is suited for projects like...
Electric/hydraulic cranes
The EC Series crane line incorporates hydraulic and manual boom reach. All cranes have a short stow length and a low profile, allowing them to fit easily...
Wall mount
The PDS-LFT large flat panel flush mount is a solution for 42- to 63-inch plasma and LCD monitors in government meeting rooms and other settings. It has...
Wiring devices
The Lev-lok line of modular wiring devices includes 15- and 20-amp, 120/277-volt, single-pole toggle switches. The extra heavy-duty specification-grade...
Handheld chlorine tester
For chlorine tests in laboratory, treatment plants and field applications, the company offers the Chlorometer handheld chlorine tester. Using the DPD...
Sturdy exit signs
The Weathergard series of AC and emergency LED exit signs are designed for severe environments or areas where damage or vandalism are a concern. Functional...
Electronic keypad deadbolt
The electronic keypad deadbolt offers eight keyway options and supports a wide range of installed systems. The deadbolt fits all doors with standard deadbolt...
Uninterruptible power supply
The Silent Sentry uninterruptible power supply is a battery-operated, wall-mounted system. Its low-profile design can be mounted on or between wall studs...
File-viewing software
A professional edition of Quick View Plus file-viewing software offers expanded viewing of native files, integration with third-party programs, metadata...
Electronic control parking meters
Electronic cylinder-core locks allow for easy access to parking meters with one universal key....
Electric lift trucks
The three- and four-wheel rider trucks in the ERP series both feature zero turning radius capabilities and provide lifting capacities of 3,000 to 4,000...
Bear-resistant waste collection cart
The Toter 96-gallon waste-collection and storage cart withstands bears. The Bear Tight cart has a double-walled lid that has been tested to resist opening...
Green Tech
Online proposal service
State and local governments and vendors use the Green Proposals online acquisition service to manage bid notifications and the RFP process. Services include...
Green diesel filter system
The Low-Profile CRT(+) DPF system is a passive regenerating diesel particulate filter technology capable of operating at a low exhaust temperature. It...
Power injectors
Phihong's 30W passive power injectors for Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) Plus applications are Energy Star-compliant. They can be used in wireless access points,...
Upright vacuum
Advance's 15- and 18-inch Spectrum dual-motor upright vacuums allow operators to pull dirt and dust from carpets in a single cleaning pass. With the addition...
Manual flush valves
The 84T series manual flush valves are designed for institutional restrooms that need a compact and durable product with minimal maintenance. Piston technology...
Pavement preservation material
E-Krete is a polymer composite micro-overlay (PCMO) material used to preserve asphalt pavement. The LEED-qualified solar reflective surface lessens the...
Exit safety lighting
The Occu-smart series of motion sensor bi-level lighting is used in stairwells and other seldom-used areas for energy savings and safety during occupied...
Wash and shine product
WASHDROPS is a non-abrasive, non-foaming solution designed to wash everything from airplanes to aluminum siding....
Energy-efficient metal halide lighting
Airstar's Sirocco 2 4X150 HI light offers the same illumination as the company's 2000W halogen version, using less power. The lightweight, metal halide...
Cleaning solutions
The Green Time solutions line includes all-purpose cleaner/degreaser, restroom cleaner, glass cleaner concentrate, H2O2 citrus all-purpose cleaner, neutral...
Catalogs
Mowers
Diamond Mowers' 10-page brochure includes information on the company's mower lines. They include tractor-mount boom mowers, rotary mowers, flail mowers...
Truck conveyors
HTC's brochure for its 1200 and 1800 hydraulic truck conveyors includes information on the truck-mounted conveyors' capabilities. The conveyors can be...
Roofing
Duro-Last Roofing has released an eight-page brochure that includes detailed information on the company's production processes and products. The company...
Curbing
Impact Recovery Systems's eight-page brochure on its Tuff Curb system describes the product's capabilities and uses. The polyethylene curb system includes...
Asphalt maintenance equipment
KM International has released a 24-page catalog covering its line of asphalt maintenance equipment, including infrared and standard asphalt recyclers,...
Industrial equipment
C&H's new 388-page catalog covers the company's inventory, including cabinets and lockers, shelves, storage boxes, mobile tool cabinets, office chairs,...
Valves
Adaconn has released a new catalog with expanded product lines and updated data. The company's Inserta product line includes a complete line of modular...
Lighting
Orbit/UMI's Catalog 34 features more than 3,500 installation products in 330 color pages....
Parting Shots
Rugged PCs
With a compact, fanless design, the Arista BoxPC is suited for applications where dust, moisture and particulates can be a problem, such as government...
Lighted steel handrail
Cubic LiteRail is a powder-coated steel handrail system, available in 14 colors, with a fully contained LED lighting system to safeguard elevated areas,...
Green recycling receptacles
Made from recycled milk jugs and glass bottles, the RP2844 accepts aluminum cans and bottles from either side of the dome, with signs available to designate...
Induction heater for fasteners
When specific heating of a fastener is needed, the Mini-Ductor II is able to resolve most stubborn bolt, hinge, nut and fastener issues by heating the...
Integral iPod docking station
Sound-Craft offers permanently mounted iPod docking stations that can be installed in a customer-selected location on the company's lecterns and workstations....
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