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Hybrid Excavator helps minimize greenhouse gas emissions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:39:39 -0500

Powered by Komatsu Hybrid System, Hybrid PC200LC-8 uses electric swing motor, power generator motor, capacitor, and diesel engine to help minimize environmental impact. Turbocharged, air-to-air, after-cooled SAA4D107E-1 engine provides 138 hp. Featuring operating weight of 42,642-47,260 lb and bucket capacity of 0.66-1.57 yd³, excavator includes 7 in. LCD monitor for onboard diagnostics, and KOMTRAX® technology, which wirelessly sends machine operating information to secure website.

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Excavator helps maximize operator comfort.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:45:01 -0500

Equipped with Interim Tier-4 50 hp engine, Model E60 features dig depth of 13 ft, 7 in. and operating weight of 13,556 lb with rubber tracks. Engine control system has auto-idle feature that minimizes fuel consumption when machine is not working. Spacious cab has operator seat that adjusts 9 ways and heating/air conditioning system with automotive-style controls. With minimal tail swing, E60 can work in compact work environments and next to buildings or other obstructions.

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Innerduct Pulling Eyes are made from chrome-plated steel.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:35:35 -0500

Available in sizes ranging from 1-2.5 in. in length, Innerduct Pulling Eyes (Model 61510) feature threaded body that provides secure attachment to innerduct conduit. Hole in threaded end of pulling eye body provides tie-off of innerduct pulling line or tape, ensuring that unit is not lost during pulling operation. Also available with swiveling head-end and hex feature, pulling eyes can accommodate conduit inter-diameter dimensions ranging from 1-2.18 in.

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3D Paving Control System helps optimize road quality.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:41:17 -0500

Mounted on new or used asphalt paving machines, PCS900 Paving Control System enables paving contractors to accurately pave complex designs without reference surface or stringline. Operator loads design data into system and machine automatically keeps screed on design. Suitable for new road and resurfacing applications, system can be configured with combination of sonic tracers, slope sensors, averaging beam and contact sensors. All components have IP67 rating to protect against dust and water.

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Drywall Tape is mold resistant.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:39:45 -0500

Designed for professional drywall installers, FibaFuse(TM) has porous, open fiber design that lets drywall compound flow through and bond with its reinforced glass mat fibers and underlying drywall to promote joint durability. Crack- and mold-resistant solution virtually eliminates blisters and bubbles, requires minimal compound during application, and facilitates correction of tears and dry spots. Pre-creased center fold also simplifies drywall finishing in corners.

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Wheel Loader features Tier 3-compliant engine.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 08:29:09 -0500

Designed to work with straight blade or U blade, Model WD600-6 is powered by Komatsu Tier 3, 6-cylinder engine, which produces 502 hp at 1,800 rpm. With 3-element, single stage, double-phase torque converter and full-powershift, planetary type transmission, vehicle offers forward top-speed of 23.4 mph and reverse top-speed of 22.4 mph. Additional features include modulated clutch with variable traction control, ergonomic cab, and Equipment Management Monitoring System.

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Platform Lift helps streamline inventory management.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 08:29:29 -0500

Available in 3 Runabout model heights of 12, 15, and 20 ft, Genie® QuickStock(TM) Lift comes in both Retail and Warehouse versions. Retail model, with 53 x 29.5 in. footprint and zero inside turning radius, offers capacity up to 500 lb and can maneuver through tight aisleways. It includes non-marking tires, dual platform swing-gates, dual flashing beacons, and obstruction sensing pad. Warehouse version offers same features with exception of beacons and sensing pad.

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Concrete Floor Patch Kit cures in as little as 1 hr.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 08:42:32 -0500

HyperPatch(TM) lets end-users apply heavy-duty repair patch, indoors or outdoors, that will be ready to walk on within 1 hr. It comes in 2 gal container, which includes urethane liquids, trowel-grade sand, and complete instructions. Once mixed, material can be hand-troweled at recommended ¼ in. thickness. Areas of use include hallways, food service areas, laboratories, showers areas, food processing, hospitals, manufacturing plants, sidewalks, and dock areas.

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Salt/Sand Spreader enables efficient snow and ice control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:28:02 -0500

Designed for small pick-up trucks and UTVs, Sno-Pro Fast Cast 550 1/3 Yd poly hopper spreader features lightweight, polymer hopper with steel structural parts that can be used on various types of material including both salt and sand. Spreader weighs 300 lb, features quiet, 5.5 hp Honda gasoline engine, and enables operators to service small hard to reach spaces. Adjustable gate flow control and material deflectors with spreading width of 4-24 ft are standard.

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LED Lights are suited for various construction applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:31:09 -0500

Transcend(TM) Series allows contractors on residential and commercial sites to use LED lights in existing fixtures while meeting code requirements. RM2 2-in. reflector module provides efficient LED directional light with various beam intensities and angular distribution. PM3 is 3 in. surface puck module that provides diffused optic for ambient or decorative light. They can be plugged into AC line of 120, 230, or 277 V, are dimmable, and are available with GU24 base or direct wire attachment.

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Lift Platform provides safe external wind turbine access.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 08:32:17 -0500

SafAscent(TM) Wind Turbine Platform allows access to wind turbines for maintenance, repair, inspection, and cleaning. It features 6 ft 6 in. modular platform with steel wind cage stirrup, as well as 3 sets of removable, padded roller systems that protect tower and blades from damage. With 500 lb capacity, system can lift 2 workers and tools. Kit includes platform, hoist, and accessories which exceed OSHA, OH&S, and ANSI standards and meet all UL and CSA requirements.

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Crawler Dozer suits mining and heavy construction.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 08:33:26 -0500

Powered by Komatsu SAA6D170E-5 engine, Model D375A-6 delivers 636 Gross hp at 1,800 rpm while meeting all EPA Tier 3 and EU stage 3A emissions requirements. Automatic transmission with lockup torque converter minimizes fuel consumption, while Full-U 28.8 yd³ blade optimizes production. Providing self-diagnostic functions, multi-lingual, color LCD can be viewed at various angles and lighting conditions. Most requested mining specifications are standard.

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Thin-Size Tile reduces dead load on building structures.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:33:23 -0500

Weighing less than conventional tiling, RAKSLIM 4.5 mm-thick tile has minimum breaking strength of 700 N and minimum modulus of rupture of 40 N/mm². Tiles may be cut and drilled and offer flexibility for usage on any existing flat surface. While initially offered in 30 x 60 cm sizes in some models of Gres Porcellanato tiles, including Lounge and New Port series, larger sizes and wider range of models will be available.

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Thin Spray-on Liner is designed for underground coal mining.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 08:30:18 -0500

Designed for weathering protection of soil and rock, polymer-based thin spray-on liner MEYCO TSL 865 bonds to concrete, rock, and coal, providing surface reinforcement and ground stabilization for variety of underground applications. Product acts as moisture barrier, prevents passage of radon and methane gases, and also has high capacity to resist fire. Liner can also be used for rock reinforcement in preliminary slope protection, and for protection against hard rock strain bursting.

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Snow Blades feature 5° lateral oscillation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:33:47 -0500

Designed for SBS-27108A skid steers and SBFL-2780A front loaders, 9 ft Worksaver® Snow Blades provide snow removal in driveways, parking lots, or other large areas. Reinforced 27 in. moldboard with 3/8 x 6 in. cutting edge of 1044 steel fully angles right or left. Other standard features include extension trip springs for controlled break over in snow, and adjustable depth skid shoes that rotate for maximum wear.

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Material Recycler operates right at job site.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 08:28:45 -0500

Easily attached to skid steer loader or forklift, EZ Grout Hog Crusher can recycle most job site materials such as brick, block, stone, rock, asphalt, and non-reinforced concrete. Machine has 1½ yd hopper capacity, can process 10 tons of material per hr, and features replaceable carbide bits, hardened breaker, cleaner and cheek plates. features

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Grader Attachments have blades that move 6 different ways.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 08:30:01 -0500

Available in 96 in. and 108 in. models, Heavy-Duty Graders are approved for Bobcat S300 and S330 skid-steer loaders; Bobcat A300 all-wheel steer loader; and T250, T300, and T320 track loaders. When used with laser-control system, grader attachments will grade material to within ±0.25 in. of desired grade. Hydraulic side shift moves blade up to 13 in. left or right for grading next to buildings, poles, and other obstacles. Bolt-on end wing kit turns grader into box blade.

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Crane Outrigger Pad can hold up to 125,000 lb.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:30:05 -0500

FiberRigg is constructed with continuous glass fibers to provide strength and stiffness and also features polymer makeup to resist chemicals and water degradation. FRP composite pad can span soft areas while supporting high concentrated loads and has non-slip wear surface. Available in bio-resins, such as corn and soy, product features embedded nylon strap handles and can be ordered in safety yellow or custom colors, as well as circular shapes or rectangular with rounded corners.

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Compact Excavators combine performance with light weight.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 26 May 2009 08:27:13 -0500

Respectively weighing 3.2 and 3.5 metric tons, E32 Conventional Tail Swing excavator and E35 Zero Tail Swing excavator employ load-sensing piston pump and closed center-valve system for smooth control of machine functions. Both M-Series models use X-frame undercarriage for optimal ground clearance and shedding of debris. Auto-Shift travel and Auto-Idle features are standard, as is integrated slew brake and 33.3 hp engine. Dig depth is 10 ft 2 in., and dump height is 11 ft 3 in.

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Mid-Size Crawler Dozers employ unique undercarriage system.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 21 May 2009 08:28:58 -0500

Models D51EX/PX-22, D61EX/PX-15, and D65EX/PX/WX-15 are available with Parallel Link Undercarriage System (PLUS), which wears evenly so that machine provides close to 100% usage of undercarriage components. It requires no maintenance between track changes other than track tension adjustments and no more bushing turns. Strutted link provides solid base for box section type track, individual links can be replaced in field, and segmented sprockets are designed to shed material.

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