Concrete Working Equipment
Concrete Chain Saw Delivers Diamond-In-The-Rough Technology
The 680GC chain saw from ICS Blount features increased airflow and a computerized ignition system that together reduce engine-operating temperature by...
Postcards from Las Vegas
Thompson Pump The 4JSCM 4-inch high-efficiency dry-priming pump from Thompson Pump is designed for general construction duties including sewer bypass....
2007 Innovative Product Award Honorable Mentions
Concrete-working Equipment Hilti North America, Tulsa, Okla.Hex Connection Polygon Chisels Key innovation: The self-sharpening design makes resharpening...
Equipro Opens San Antonio Branch
Equipro recently opened its latest franchise service location, in San Antonio. Equipro, a subsidiary of Wacker Corp., focuses on providing owners of light construction equipment with prompt, high-quality repair service, fast turnaround times and professional onsite support through a nationwide service alliance of original equipment manufacturing partners. ...
Wacker, Neuson Kramer Sign Merger Agreement
Wacker Construction Equipment AG, Neuson Kramer Baumaschinen AG and the main shareholders of NKB Austria signed an agreement Sept. 23 to merge the two companies. The merger is expected to close in October, creating a major global manufacturer of light and compact equipment with more than 160 sales and service stations....
Hanley Wood Signs Letter of Intent to Purchase Masonry Showcase
Hanley Wood last week signed a letter of intent with the Mason Contractors Association of America to purchase the Masonry Showcase, the MCAA's annual tradeshow held as part of its convention....
Equipro Opens Boston-Area Branch
Equipro, a subsidiary of Wacker, recently opened a new franchise in Norfolk, Mass., a suburb of Boston. ...
Wacker Reports First Quarter 7.3-Percent Sales Growth
Wacker Construction Equipment AG sales rose 7.3 percent in its fiscal first quarter of 2007 to EUR 160.4 million (about U.S. $215.7 million), an organic growth rate of 7.1 percent. Adjusted to discount exchange rate fluctuations, sales were up 11.9 percent. EBITDA rose 4.4 percent to EUR $24.5 million (about U.S. $33 million)....
Concrete & Masonry Saws
Stens Industrial Stens Industrial introduces its new cut-off saw filter kit display. The display includes mounting hardware, wire rack, peg hooks, header...
Demolition Hammers and Tools
Kent Demolition Tools introduces the KF 6 TLB demolition hammer, which features the patented Switch-Hitch side plate mounting system for rubber-tired backhoes. An indexing disc inserted in the side plate can be easily changed to accommodate quick couplers for various backhoes....
Equipro Opens Las Vegas Branch
Equipro, a wholly owned subsidiary of Wacker Corp. dedicated to equipment repair, last week announced its newest location in Las Vegas. Equipro focuses on providing owners of light construction equipment with high-quality repair service, fast turnaround times and professional on-site support through a nationwide service alliance of OEM partners, which include ICS, Mi-T-M, MK Diamond, Sullair, Lincoln Electric and Wacker....
Wacker to Merge With Austrian Manufacturer Neuson Kramer
Wacker Construction Equipment AG, based in Munich, and Neuson Kramer Baumaschinen AG, Linz, Austria, recently announced plans to merge during the course of 2007. The shareholders of both companies and management of Wacker Construction Equipment AG recently signed a letter of memorandum agreeing to the merger. The new company will be called Wacker Neuson AG....
Blastrac Announces Surface Preparation Training Dates
Blastrac Global last week announced it will continue to offer its Surface Preparation Academic Resource Center classes, which will take place May 15-17, June 12-14, and July 10-12....
Managing Life Cycle
RER recently spoke with Atlas Copco Construction Tools president Peter Bigwood about life-cycle management, ergonomic trends in equipment, consolidation among rental companies and manufacturers, and electronic commerce....
Atlas Copco Announces Acquisition of Dynapac
Stockholm, Sweden-based Atlas Copco AB entered into an agreement with Altor 2003 Fund to acquire Dynapac AB of Sweden, a supplier of compaction and paving equipment for the road construction market. The acquisition — Atlas Copco’s first in the compaction segment — will strengthen Atlas Copco’s position in an expanding global market and add a new range of products for construction customers worldwide. ...
Product Preview
Gorman-Rupp Gorman-Rupp's OTS program introduces the 6-inch Daihatsu 3/LC diesel trash pump manufactured by AMT. It is designed for applications requiring...
Hammer Nails Down Additional Option for Contractors
Caterpillar's H65Ds hydraulic hammer is the company's largest hammer option for compact equipment users. It expands the Caterpillar solutions available...
Compact Breakers Hit Hard
Atlas Copco Construction Tools introduces its new generation of SB hydraulic breaker attachments, designed to hit harder and faster while improving reliability...
Saws
SAW SAVVY Stay safe and keep saws well-maintained with these tips from Bosch Power Tools. What safety or operating tips should rental companies give novice...
Concrete & Masonry Saws
The TS 700 Cutquik features Stihl's X2 long-term air filtration system that minimizes downtime to help maximize profits. The cut-off machine is lightweight, well balanced and is equipped with a five-point dual element vibration control system. ...
Miter Saws Increase Precision
The C12LC and C12FCH are two new additions to Hitachi Power Tools' 12-inch compound miter saw lineup. Each saw incorporates one of the major features...
Grinding Equipment
Bosch Power Tools The new 1773AK 5-inch concrete surfacing grinder features a comprehensive dust removal system and was designed exclusively for concrete...
Concrete & Masonry Saws
RGC RGC HydraSaws use hydraulic direct drive power to cut masonry, concrete and stone without excessive noise, vibration or exhaust fumes. HydraSaws will...
Horizontal Grinder Delivers Safety-conscious Solutions
Vermeer Manufacturing's HG6000 horizontal grinder packages innovation, power and safety for large-scale reduction and recycling of green waste and storm...
Compact Diamond Wire Saw Cuts Concrete
Sanders Saws, a division of Multiquip Inc., unveils its Diamond Wire Saw designed for remodeling, restoration and demolition applications. The compact,...
