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- 2007 Kitchen/Bath Industry Show & Conference
- Hanley Wood News Service (5/8/2007)
- Last week, the editors of CUSTOM HOME, residential architect, BUILDER, and REMODELING magazines reported from the Las Vegas Convention Center to tell you about the newest product and design trends. Read on to find out what's happening with Faucets & Fixtures; Toilets, Tubs, & Showers; Home Automation & Lighting; Appliances & Cabinetry; and Surfacing.
New MidBox Adds Storage Capacity and Versatility to the Ford F-150- ebuild (5/3/2007)
- Owners of Ford F-150 pickups work as hard as their trucks do. That's why SVE Commercial Products is introducing the MidBox Professional Mobile Storage System for F-150 Regular and Supercab models. The new MidBox is Ford Motor Company's approved option for flexible, secure storage that maintains factory styling while adding 26.3 cubic feet of storage space.
Model 7600 Truck- MASONRY CONSTRUCTION MAGAZINE (5/2/2007)
- International Truck and Engine. The Model 7600 truck features an 11 - 13-liter engine and a frame-rail system that allows for quick moving of heavy loads. Dual power steering gears and up to a 50-deg wheel cut offer maneuverability. The truck features an electrical system that allows the engine, transmission, instrument panel, and other components to directly communicate with each other. 800-448-7825.
Triple-L Utility Trailer- MASONRY CONSTRUCTION MAGAZINE (5/2/2007)
- JLG Industries Inc. More than 20 Triple-L trailer models are available in flatbed, utility, and enclosed configurations for equipment transport. They feature a single level and automatic latch that enables one-person operation. The deck lowers or rises in less than 15 seconds and stays level. 877-554-5437.
300D Articulated Dump Truck- MASONRY CONSTRUCTION MAGAZINE (5/2/2007)
- John Deere Construction and Forestry. Equipped with a 285-hp engine, the redesigned 300D articulated dump truck has increased hydraulic flow to improve cycle times. The body tipping angle reaches 70 deg, and the truck has a maximum speed of 31 mph. The machine weighs 40,100 lb and has a capacity of 21.6 cu yd. 309-765-8000.
9 Axle Hydra-Steer Trailer- MASONRY CONSTRUCTION MAGAZINE (5/2/2007)
- Elk River Machine Co. Hydra-Steer trailers deliver self-supporting loads -- even those that are extra-long -- with ease. A push-button steering pendant located inside the tractor cab allows oversized loads, such as beams, to be transported safely and effortlessly. Standard and custom trailers are available in two- and three-axle versions, depending on user needs and state requirements. 877-433-3762.
Advantage Series Bottom Dump Trailer- MASONRY CONSTRUCTION MAGAZINE (5/2/2007)
- Trail King Industries. Advantage series bottom dump trailers hold 22 cu yd and are 39 - 42-ft long. Full-width aluminum fenders are sloped to effectively shed material. The one-piece design of the hopper and frame provides strength and weight savings, while lightweight cross-braces tie the frame together to minimize flexing and twisting. Additional features include pin-style landing legs, aluminum windrow deflectors, and rear manual control. 800-843-3324.
MMX Aluminum Platform Trailer- MASONRY CONSTRUCTION MAGAZINE (5/2/2007)
- East Manufacturing Corp. The MMX aluminum platform trailer handles loads up to 72,000 lb concentrated in a 4-ft area on a 48-ft spread axle. Available in lengths up to 53 ft, the trailer's main beams and structural cross-members are constructed of 6061-T6 aluminum, which has all the power and half the weight of steel. The tie-down straps go inside the rub rail, which prevents them from chafing against the winch hook. 888-405-3278.
2007 Ford Ranger- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/17/2007)
- Ford. The Ranger sports three bold new colors for 2007--screaming yellow clearcoat, vista blue clearcoat metallic, and Pueblo gold clearcoat--and two new wheel options. A safety system and anti-theft system are standard features on all 2007 Rangers. Three engine choices are available. 800-392-3673.
Honda Ridgeline- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/17/2007)
- Honda. Although the Ridgeline is a mid-size SUV, the company calls it a "genuine truck," saying it can run with the full-size, light-duty pickup pack. A beefed-up frame allows a 1,100-pound bed payload and 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity. 800-999-1009.
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