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  • Trim Compressor provides quiet operation for punch-out work
  • ebuild (10/11/2006)
  • DEWALT, a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools announced the introduction of its heavy-duty 1 gallon, 135 PSI, trim compressor (D55140). The new compressor offers end users a lightweight, compact design and quiet operation for punch-out work. Ideal for finish carpenters and woodworkers, the D55140 can be used for custom installation of shelves or other furniture, cabinet trim installation and for pressure-testing new plumbing lines.
  • Emergency Backup Generator Industry Takes on New Power Wave
  • ebuild (10/10/2006)
  • The emergency backup power generator market is one of those industries that's almost invisible until you find yourself in a situation that makes owning one a necessity. Recent emergency situations come to mind, natural or man-made, the deadly destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina, the devastation that resulted from the flooding from the Indonesian tsunami, and the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, just to name a few. The backup generator market has been like a first-aid kit stored in the car. It is there when you need it.
  • Making the Cut
  • PRO SALES MAGAZINE (10/1/2006)
  • The latest component manufacturing machines boast a range of innovative features that promise to minimize lumber waste, increase speed and accuracy, give workers more flexibility, and accommodate larger or more diverse component designs
  • From Grime to Shine
  • CONCRETE SURFACES MAGAZINE (10/1/2006)
  • When the coatings at a Hitachi facility would scar and begin to peel after a few years, the company's continuous improvement group would hire someone to remove the coatings and then reapply them. But a new surfacing technique made that work a thing of the past.
  • Concrete Truck Study
  • CONCRETE PRODUCER MAGAZINE (9/1/2006)
  • Producers can gain insights on the state of the concrete truck industry by reading a new report prepared by SpecialtyVehicles.net (SVN) of Modesto, Calif. The report covers the manufactures of trucks for concrete mix, concrete boom pumps, and volumetric mixers.The study examines the industry from the standpoint of manufacturers that fill the essential task of providing customers with a dedicated vocational vehicle for concrete transport delivery and placement. About 20 companies in the United States and Canada are analyzed with data on sales, production volumes, and employees. Details of major companies include descriptions of their business and key operating features.A detailed industry summary provides an overall picture of the size of the industry in terms of units and dollars. It also offers a breakdown of unit and market share for each of the four truck types discussed.
  • Tools
  • REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR Magazine (9/1/2006)
  • Replacement Contractor Magazine staff picks the best new tools. Forrest Mfg. For precise miter cuts without the need for additional sanding, try Miter Master blades. Specially designed for perfect 45-degree cuts and 90-degree joints, the blades have side runout of +/- .001 to ensure smooth and even cutting. They are made of corrosion-resistant C-4 carbide and designed to fit single or double chop saws, table saws, and radial arm saws. Available with 80 or 100 teeth. 937.437.5236. www.forrestsawblades.com. (more)
  • 2,200-psi Ultra Compact Pressure Washer
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (8/24/2006)
  • The new 2,200-psi Ultra Compact Pressure Washer has on-board storage for its three spray nozzles and a compact 11/8-inch tubular roll-cage design to protect the engine while allowing for easy storage. Accessories include a 25-foot, 1/4-inch-diameter thermoplastic hose, a trigger gun with child safety lock, a stainless steel spray wand that resists corrosion, and 7-inch tread cap wheels that make it easy to transport to the jobsite, the maker says. 888-434-8759.
  • Model 960 Locknut Pliers
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (8/10/2006)
  • These 960 locknut pliers are designed for quick and easy adjustment of electrical nuts in tight or wire-constricted boxes, the manufacturer says. Measuring 8-1/2 inches long, they have a slim design to fit in tight spaces and spring handles. They fit 1/2-, 3/4-, 1-, 1-1/4 -, and 1-1/2-inch locknuts. 800-724-3018.
  • Lincoln2006 Editors' Choice Awards
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (7/27/2006)
  • The tool industry is committed to hooking us all on lithium-ion–and it's working. Milwaukee started the ball rolling last year, and garnered a 2005 Editors' Choice Grand Award for being the first to unleash this new power source onto the U.S. power tool market, but with the entries since by Bosch, DeWalt, Makita, Metabo, and Ridgid–and the expected introductions by several other tool companies–we would be remiss if we did not acknowledge this major trend, and all the promise it holds for professional tool users, again this year.

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