Check It

Clare Instruments' PrimeTest 50 from The Seaward Group is an easy-to-use, basic electrical safety checker that provides immediate push-button pass/fail indication. The handheld instrument is battery-powered and lightweight for maximum portability, and provides the user with a solution for checking the safety of power cords and portable electric tools. The unit has operating instructions on the front of the instrument and contains a large display and test buttons. The user connects the power cord or tool to the PrimeTest 50, selects the test, and within five seconds receives an indication as to whether the cord or equipment is safe for use. For more information visit www.clareinstruments.com.

Blog It Up

Blogs are all over the Internet these days, and now rental companies are getting in on the action. Based in Temecula, Calif., Rebel Rents features a blog on its website that gives all of the latest company news. The site features company updates, such as fleet additions, store makeovers and employee accomplishments. The blog also includes pictures of tools in action on jobsites. The site is updated frequently and includes blog archives dating back to May 2005. Check it out at www.rebelrents.com/news.

Guiding Sites

Leica Geosystems' DigSmart 3D Excavator Guidance System is designed to enhance machine productivity, control, safety and profitability. The system uses an electronic design file of the site to guide digging directly from the operator's seat. A graphic color monitor displays the project design information and 3D GPS position for the operator to set proper bucket elevation and position for grade requirements. Its dual GPS antenna system indicates the exact position of the bucket teeth anywhere on the site. For more information visit www.leica-geosystems.com.

ePower

Honda Power Equipment's enhanced eStore allows customers to purchase a range of products online. Customers can now buy more than 65 power equipment products across six product lines, including generators, lawnmowers, tillers, trimmers, snowblowers and water pumps. The eStore facilitates the purchase transaction online 24/7. Customers enter their zip codes on the website, select a participating eStore dealer in their local market, view the dealer's selling price and provide payment information to check out. The system also enables shoppers to decide if they want to pick up their power equipment purchases at the dealer or have the merchandise shipped. Visit www.hondapowerequipment.com to start shopping.

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