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May 1, 2003
Permeable Ditch Berm Nilex's improved GeoRidge permeable ditch berm offers the same low cost erosion and sediment control as the previous model with improved

Permeable Ditch Berm

Nilex's improved GeoRidge permeable ditch berm offers the same low cost erosion and sediment control as the previous model with improved structural features, aperture gradation and a streamlined manufacturing process. The modified flow spacing provides for greater velocity management capability and better sediment retention. It is now manufactured with an automated injection molding process. The changes are designed to enhance consistency.
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Tire

The Michelin XZSL is a steel-belted radial tire with a steel casing and special rubber compounds that increase resistance to cuts and abrasions for fewer flats and longer tread life. It delivers enhanced traction and handling and a smooth, stable ride. It also features an aggressive, non-directional tread pattern that leaves fewer marks on concrete and pavement. The tire is available in three sizes: 10R16.5, 12R16.5 and 27X8.5 R15.
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Wet Screed

The Wacker wet screed is powered by a reliable Honda engine and is offered with blade lengths from 4 to 16 feet. Lengths are available in 2-foot intervals and also come in two widths, 4.8 and 6.5 inches. The variety of blade lengths and widths provides flexibility to match the job. Additional versatility is available due to the adjustable eccentric weights.
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Mower

As with all Power Tracs, the PT-1850 45-degree slope mower uses articulated steering to provide firm traction without damaging the turf. The articulation also allows for better performance when using the 30 plus available attachments. The 65-hp diesel engine and 4-wheel hydrostatic drive provide power. Safety features include dual tires for each wheel motor and a tilt seat to keep the operator level.
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Engine

Cummins Inc. adds the new ISX 385 ST to its heavy-duty on-highway product line. Like all ISX ratings, the 385 ST is compliant to the strict new emissions standard. The engine is designed for fleets looking for a higher displacement engine option, with increased durability and higher residual values, and for applications that don't require an engine brake. The product with SmartTorque offers a Cummins-designed torque-management rating that delivers an additional 100 pounds/feet of torque in the top two gears of the transmission automatically.
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Straw Blower

Weighing 12,900 pounds and designed to handle tough material, the B-300 large bale straw blower from Finn hydraulically drives the floor, pre-processor and even the main blower itself. The 170-hp John Deere turbo-charged diesel engine coupled with a system of hydraulic transmission and a programmable engine control unit, deliver reliable torque, flow, pressure and performance. All controls for operating the machine are accessible from the operator's seat. Dual control boxes separate the ECU programming functions from the operating functions.
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Hydraulic Earth Drill

Little Beaver's newest hydraulic earth drill is a towable model. Featuring an 11-hp Honda engine and a 6 gpm hydraulic system, the new model drills holes up to 16 inches in diameter. A removable tow bar is standard equipment and takes only seconds to install or remove. Once at the jobsite, an infinitely variable 20-degree auger tilt allows vertical drilling in uneven terrain.
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Hose Handling Systems

Providing more curing and thawing capabilities, hose handling systems double the amount of heat transfer hose for any Ground Heaters model without having to invest in an additional hydronic heater. Hose handling systems increase thawing capacity by 50 percent and concrete curing capacity by 100 percent. The systems connect directly to the hydronic heater with brass quick-connects. Depending on the requirements of the job, a Ground Heaters pump pack can be added to increase heat transfer fluid flow, ensuring uniform heat for curing applications or to speed thawing applications.
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Wheelbarrow

Two wheels make the contractor-tough wheelbarrow from Garlock Equipment a lot easier to use and balance than single-wheel designs. Massive, tubular-steel frame has solid welds throughout, no bolts to loosen or rust. A frame wraps around the front to protect the tray and has a built-in roll pad to help cushion sensitive surfaces when dumping a load. A heavy-gauge steel tray holds 6 cubic feet and has an extra-wide rolled top edge for added strength.
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Tamper

Powered by a 3.3-hp, 4-cycle Honda GX100 engine, the new BT60/4 tamper from Bomag offers the operating convenience of a 4-cycle engine while maintaining the high stroke and impact force of a 2-cycle model. The special engine allows the tamper to be transported in a horizontal position without concern for oil contamination of the cylinder, muffler, carburetor or air filter. It weighs 137 pounds, nearly 10 percent lighter than other Bomag 4-cycle tamper models. With a maximum travel speed of 66 feet per minute and a range of 540 to 708 impacts per minute, the unit delivers up to 3,037 pounds of impact force to a compaction depth of 21.6 inches.
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Plumbing Equipment

The Easy Rooter Junior from General Pipe Cleaners rolls on 8-inch ball bearing semi-pneumatic tires, a size usually found only on larger machines. A quickly folding handle makes it easy to load into a car trunk, and if necessary, the cage can be removed from the frame in less than a minute. A safety slip clutch, ground fault interrupter, pneumatic foot pedal and instructional video are standard equipment. The machine comes with a wide variety of cables, cutters and accessories.
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Concrete Breaker

The Cyclone model SW3300 breaker has a patented ground stabilizing skid system and internal buffer that almost completely eliminates shock and vibration from the carrier and works on only 10.6 gpm at 2200 psi. It's priced less than most 500-pound class conventional hydraulic hammers and can work on any skid-steer loader with a capacity of 1,350 pounds. It has nearly 3,500 feet/pounds of impact per blow. It has no point to wear out or break, no front head bushing to grease, no accumulator to recharge, no seal kits to replace and no daily or weekly lubrication.
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Raised Mast and Arm

OMJC Signal adds a new feature to the Pop-Up portable, hydraulically raised mast and arm. The arm now can be placed in two different positions. Use the standard horizontal position for regular traffic signal work, or use it in the 120-degree position as an enhancement for traffic engineering work. In the standard horizontal mode, the product is designed for rapid response signal work such as quick replacement of a knocked-down pole.
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Articulating Boom

Genie's Z-80/60 has a working height up to 86 feet, outreach up to 60 feet and 29 feet up-and-over clearance. To maximize operator productivity, the design allows the operator to ascend and descend from ground to 80 feet with single function of the primary boom. The lower riser does not need to be lowered to bring the platform to the ground-saving the operator time. The drive options include combinations of 2- or 4-wheel drive and 2- or 4-wheel steer.
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Hydraulic Excavator

Caterpillar introduces a new compact radius mini hydraulic excavator, the 304 CR. The product weighs 9,896 pounds with a cab and 9,786 pounds with a canopy. It delivers 36 net hp and accommodates two stick sizes. When equipped with the optional long stick, the excavator has maximum digging depth of 12 feet, 4 inches. A naturally aspirated, water-cooled, 4-stroke, 4-cylinder diesel engine powers the machine.
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Grinder

Bosch Power Tools unveils the 1775E, a 5-inch grinder designed specifically for professional tuckpointers. Better accuracy and control are achieved by viewing the work area through the newly designed guard and the enlarged view window. Quick and simple access to the wheel allows for speedy changing of Bosch tuckpointing disks. The variable depth adjustment is spring-loaded and automatically moves back over the disk after the desired depth is adjusted on the wheel, while a fixed depth adjustment can override the spring-loaded guard, permitting it to be adjusted to the desired depth.
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Backpack Vacuum

The Filtra-Pac backpack vacuum from Clarke combines the cleaning power of an upright with the ergonomic design of a backpack to eliminate heavy pushing and pulling. A true 4-stage filtration system provides HEPA quality filtration at 0.3 micron with 99 percent efficiency. The ergonomic pack frame with padded shoulder straps provides support and stability for less stress on an operator's body. The on-board tool storage allows quick tool changes for carpet, overhead and detail cleaning operations.
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Engine

Schiller-Pfeiffer introduces the new Faststart engine for the Mantis tiller/cultivator. Mantis hasn't changed the quality of its commercial 2-cycle engine; the advancement is in the recoil mechanism of the engine. The change is the inclusion of a ratchet and spring that have two functions: they make the recoil cord easier to pull, and they store the energy from this pull and release it in a short powerful burst. The user has an easier time pulling the cord, and the engine experiences the strong crank from the recoil mechanism necessary to start the engine more quickly.
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Hoist

Beta Max Inc. introduces a new portable hoist with integrated variable frequency drive controller. Designed to provide an easier and safer method of lifting general building materials, the hoist adapts to most major continuous climbing scaffolds and mast climbing work platforms and contains a non-rotating cable to help keep loads from spinning while lifting and lowering. It has flexible mounting options and contains numerous accessories available for lifting various materials.
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Laser Range Meters

With the simple touch of a button, the Hilti PD 22 and PD 28 Laser Range Meters measure distances faster and more accurately than conventional measuring methods. Simply aim the laser at the target, press the measuring key and the range meters immediately show the distance up to 500 feet with pinpoint accuracy of ± 1/12 inches and a speed of 0.3 seconds. Working remotely from a single location, the Pythagoras function can be used to measure the height and width of a building in seconds using only one person. Basic calculation functions integrated in the tool make child's play of the task of measuring the areas of complete facades for scaffolding jobs, for example.
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Trailer

Towmaster Trailers offer the bi-fold ramp option. Features include a low 8-degree incline, easy operation and smooth, continuous load angle and full width ramp 8 feet, 6 inches wide. A 6-foot beavertail at 8 degrees comes standard.
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Oil Management System

Engineered Machined Products introduces its newest aftermarket product, Oil Mate. The product significantly extends oil change intervals and filter life in order to decrease downtime and lengthen an engine's life span. The oil management system removes a small amount of used engine oil and blends it with diesel fuel to be burned during combustion. The used oil is then replaced with an equal amount of fresh oil from a make-up tank, extending oil and filter use.
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Power Generators

Kwiet Power generators from Shindaiwa are currently available in three sizes: 20, 36 and 48 kw. All generator models feature Isuzu diesel engines, full control and output instrumentation, access doors that both lift off easily for maintenance and lock for security, engineered fuel-spill prevention, powder-coat exterior finish, built-in transport/lifting hardware on top, pockets for forklift moving and a transport trailer that incorporated a lift-off auxiliary fuel tank. Even under full load conditions, these generators are hushed at 63, 64 and 62 dba, respectively.
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Portable Pressure Washer

USA Pressure Systems offers air-cooled diesel engine portable pressure washers. Using Yanmar diesel engines, the line consists of three units: 4.8-hp at 2,000 psi, 7-hp at 3,000 psi and 10-hp at 4,000 psi. Each pressure washer is mounted on an all aluminum cart with air tires and comes with 50-foot high-pressure hose, trigger gun, wand, five tips and chemical injector.
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Spray Boom Accessory

Tru Mark Athletic Field Marker announces its new model E-100 spray boom accessory. The sturdy and flexible spray boom is designed for easy attachment, slide on and off from the front handle bracket and a quick release hose connector. The four quick release nozzle caps spaced at 16 inches on a 52-inch boom provide overlap coverage at 48 inches using wide angle and off center spray tips. With four wide-angle spray tips the spray boom covers 80 inches with adjustable collars for different grass heights.
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Loader

Improvements made to John Deere's C-Series II 655C and 755C crawler loaders include an optimized power management system, design changes to the steering mechanism to improve responsiveness, an increased low speed range and several design changes to enhance operator comfort and convenience. As with the previous models, these two rear-engine loaders come standard with electronic-controlled hydrostatic transmissions, featuring an exclusive auto-trac system. The loaders still employ a load sensing hydraulic system that delivers smooth, low-effort, combined-function metering and control. Oil-filled and sealed bucket pins provide virtually maintenance-free service and long life.
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Telehandler

OmniQuip Textron introduces the Lull 944E-42, the second model of its new PlaceAce series line of rough-terrain telescopic handlers, which delivers a 12.5 percent increase in lift capacity over the previous model. Other key features include new frame and boom designs that deliver increased load capacity, a side-mounted engine that improves operational use with 360 degrees of visibility, enhanced hydraulic and systems controls that provide easy operation and maintenance and improved cab ergonomics for better operator comfort. It has a steel frame design that incorporates a patented twin-rail box construction from the front of the machine to the back that creates an overall stronger structure and helps ensure longer vehicle life. The machine has a 6,000-pound maximum lift capacity with a maximum lift height of 42 feet and a 500-pound maximum lift capacity with a maximum forward reach of 35.6 feet.
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Earth Auger

Danuser introduces a new line of earth augers for skid-steers. Choose either a high torque, heavy-duty 2-inch hex or 2 9/16-inch round output spindle. These new drive units are backed by a 5-year limited warranty.
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Pipe Slice

The Wheeler-Rex pipe slice is capable of splitting ¾ to 2 inches PE and copper lines while pulling in new lines and capable of pushing out ¾ to 1 inch lead and galvanized lines while pulling in the new line at the same time. Machined from solid heat-treated steel, the pipe slice is durable and strong. A backhoe, service truck or winch can be used for operation, no special equipment required. The product helps to reduce the need for costly excavation and helps minimize property/street disturbance and service downtime.
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Mini Skid-Steer

The Boxer TL from Mertz Inc. is the first mini skid-steer with a hydraulically adjustable track system. This technology enables the machine to maneuver through tight spaces as well as standard openings to offer maximum flexibility in skid-steer operations. The hydraulic widening system adjusts from a narrow 32.5 to 43.5 inches, allowing operators to quickly and easily navigate a variety of job site obstacles such as gate openings, landscaped barriers and other immovable fixtures. All units feature a dump clearance height of more than 6 feet, a 24-hp V-twin Honda engine and independent levers for boom, bucket, steering and directional control.
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Compact Excavators

Takeuchi introduces the TB108, a new 1-ton compact excavator that replaces the company's prior model, the TB007. The excavator incorporates a variety of new safety and performance enhancing features. Its safety features include standard travel alarm, TOPS/FOPS canopy, spring-applied hydraulically-released parking brakes, retractable seat belt and a control tower lockout system of the excavator's operating controls and travel levers. The hydraulically adjustable undercarriage allows the machine to pass through openings as narrow as 29 inches and then expand to 36 inches for greater operating stability.
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Trimmer/Brush Cutter

Tanaka introduces a new 21 cc, 1.1-hp commercial quality grass trimmer/brush cutter. The TBC-230 features precision-engineered components to ensure maximum engine reliability and longevity. In addition, its bearing supported, solid steel drive shaft provides users with smooth and efficient power transfer from the engine to the cutting head. The product comes with a 5-inch, semi-automatic cutting head, but users have the option of Tanaka's Brain fully automatic cutting head. The Brain automatically senses when more line is needed and keeps the engine speed at peak cutting performance.
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Welding Kit

Wire Propellant Systems develops kits for standard wire feed MIG welders that allow users to effectively weld aluminum. It was once considered impossible to feed aluminum wire through these welders and achieve consistent and dependable results. The system installs in about 15 minutes, and it eliminates excessive burn backs into the contact tip and nested wire in the drive rollers.
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Pressure Washer

Gulf Engine adds the KD5005GH12V into the Gulf-Tek line of premium diesel engine powered hot water pressure washers. The unit features a 3-cylinder Kubota diesel engine rated at 24-hp and direct drive gear reduction triplex pump. It is designed in form and function to meet heavy-duty commercial, marine and chemical plant cleaning applications. The unit features belt free operation to reduce vibration caused by belt whip.
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Trailer

The 18,350GVWR tilt tag trailer from Landoll Corp. offers operators a 14,000-pound payload capacity. The trailer features two 8,000-pound axles with 215/75R 17.5 tires supporting a heavy-duty frame for maximum strength and payload. The tilt deck ground loads at a low load angle of just 10 degrees. The 20-foot long deck allows for extra long loads or multi-unit hauls.
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Breaker Attachment

Komac Sales offers breaker attachments from 200 to 10,000 pounds. The products operate with low noise for city environment. The attachments mount on skid-steers, tractor loader backhoes or excavators. The breakers have .8- to 55-ton carrier size.
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Diesel Tractor

Kubota's Grand L 10 series diesel tractor is offered in five hp ranges: L3010, L3410, L3710, L4310, L4610. Each is equipped with a Kubota E-TVCS diesel engine, choice of transmissions, cab and more. The engine offers high torque rise and cleaner emissions, along with lower engine noise and vibration.
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Turf Vehicle

The new Cushman Commander 4800 lightweight turf vehicle packs performance into a compact package. With a big, 16-hp V-twin engine and a strong, tubular-steel frame, the vehicle can carry payloads of up to 800 pounds. Large, high-flotation tires work to reduce turf compaction. Heavy-duty front and rear leaf-spring suspension and hydraulic shock absorbers, combined with rack-and-pinion steering and ample ground clearance, provide operator comfort and better handling in rough terrain.
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Adhesive Package

Double Bubble, the new one-shot, job-size adhesive packages from Elementis, are available in easy-to-use single serving foil packs. The product provides the perfect adhesive amount for those handling one job at a time. It is a 2-part structural adhesive that contains no solvents, will not shrink and cures at room temperature. The epoxies are effective for bonding to metal, glass, ceramics, wood, concrete and most hard plastics.
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Mobile Evaporative Coolers

Essick Air Products adds the GadAbout blaster series of mobile evaporative coolers to its Tradewinds product line. The UL-listed series features three cooler models — the M300, M335 and the M482 — designed for optimum portability and cooling capacity.
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Mower

The new line of zero-turn mowers from Gravely come with Kawasaki air-cooled engines ranging from 19 to 23 hp. Deck options include 44-, 48-, 52 and 66-inch cutting widths. Features include a hydraulic deck height control to effortlessly change deck height, shorter frame to fit easier on trailers and monster tires in back and front. In addition, the new intermediate zero-turn mowers operate at speeds of up to 10 mph forward, have a 10-gallon fuel tank and the Gravely Air-Flo deck design provides maximum airflow to expel clippings faster.
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Wire Feeder

The new LN-15 wire feeder from The Lincoln Electric Co. has a lightweight, impact/abrasion resistant case surrounded by a full metal roll cage. The roll cage is made from high-strength, aluminum alloy tubing, while the ABS plastic case is flame and impact resistant. Weighing only 32 pounds, the machine is designed to fit through an 11- by 15-inch elliptical or 14-inch circular man way. Another feature of the unit is a modular design, which provides for easy replacements of components during servicing.
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Backhoe Loader

Volvo Construction Equipment releases the BL70, a 90-hp, 14-foot class machine. It is available with either a fully enclosed cab or an open, canopy and provides easy and simplified service access with a pop-up hood, a slide-out battery tray and once-a-week lubrication. The backhoe loader features a curved S style boom, a cast-iron pivot and base on the boom for improved durability and choices of optional mechanical or hydraulic bucket quick-attach systems. The new loader has a single bucket cylinder for improved visibility and a state-of-the-art pilot control joystick that makes operation nearly effortless, greatly reducing operator fatigue while increasing operator efficiency.
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