Modern Construction Products - September 2008
September 2008
Purchase a Millermatic® MIG Welder and Select Miller Accessories: Receive up to a $100 Shell Gift CardPurchase a select Millermatic® all-in-one MIG welder and at least $100 of select accessories between August 1 and November 30, 2008, and receive a Shell gift card worth $25, $50, or $100. The card value will depend on the accessories purchased and can be used to purchase gasoline or other products from any Shell station in the United States. The offer applies to Millermatic models Millermatic140, Millermatic 140 with Auto-Set™, Millermatic 180 with Auto-Set, Millermatic 212, Millermatic 252, Millermatic DVI2™, or Millermatic Passport® Plus when purchased with at least $100 of any combination of Arc Armor™ gloves or jackets, select spool guns, running gear, cylinder rack, protective cover, or consumable kits. For complete information and a redemption form, visit www.millerwelds.com/mixandmatch.
Fleetwest Introduces The Load’N’Go Fully Removable Truck Utility BodyFleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies has released a new product for its Slip-on Truck Body line, the Load’N’Go. The Load’N’Go is the industry’s first fully removable, full-size utility body. It incorporates ease of transferability with over 60 cubic feet of secure tool and supply storage necessary for the commercial tradesman. Transferability, storage, and the security of steel are the foundation of this utility body. The Load’N’Go universally fits Ford, Chevy, Dodge, and GM ¾-ton pickup trucks without drilling holes. Standard features include 1,000-pound slide-out parts or tool drawer, lifting jack receptacles, and built-in forklift tunnels for easy transfer from one pickup to another. For more information, please call 866.497.7200 or visit www.fleetwest.net.
D51-22 Crawler Dozer From Komatsu Wins Silver International Design Excellence AwardKomatsu America Corp.’s D51 EX/PX-22 crawler dozer won a silver award for design in the IDEA® (International Design Excellence Awards) competition. The D51 design was honored in the Commercial and Industrial category for its super-slant nose engine hood, which provides the operator with exceptional visibility of the top blade edge and area in front of the dozer blade at all times. The D51EX-22 and D51PX-22 crawler dozers are midsize machines appropriate for work in construction, site preparation, home building, forestry, utility, and quarry applications. Outfitted with Komatsu’s fuel-efficient 6.69-liter, Tier III emissions certified SAA6D107E-1 engine, these new models push with 130 hp at 2,200 rpm, and range in operating weight from 27,778 to 28,881 pounds, depending on the version. Both standard (EX) and low-ground-pressure (PX) models are available to offer customers weight distribution and flotation options to match their applications. Visit www.komatsuamerica.com for more information.
First Volvo Pipelayers Arrive in North AmericaThe Volvo PL4611, one of five models in the new product class of pipelaying machines developed by Volvo Construction Equipment, is in full production and available now for the North American market. Based on the Volvo excavator design, configuration, and engineering, the new Pipelayer provides a 360-degree swing with full lifting performance and functionality at all radius positions—a function unattainable with conventional side-boom pipelayers. The Volvo PL has a wide gauge, a lower center of gravity, and a lifting platform where the boom is mounted inboard of the track frame and closer to the machine’s centerline for extraordinary stability and much higher lift capacities (up to 29 percent higher) than conventional equipment. Lift capacities range from 20 to 150 metric tons, originating from a patented adaptation of Volvo excavator machines combined with modern lifting technology. Volvo Pipelayers also have significantly longer booms that offer higher hook height for better work positioning. Boom lengths range from 30 to 38 feet, depending on model size. For more information, please visit www.volvo.com.
New Kubota M59 Utility Tractor Backhoe Features Superior StrengthKubota introduces a new high-performance, power utility M59 tractor, a 59-hp TLB designed to tackle any task with supreme power and unbeatable strength. With four-wheel drive for power and stability, an integrated main frame and a heavy-duty rear axle for extended life and smooth stopping performance, the M59 has it all. The M59’s backhoe has a 12-foot digging depth and boasts more power than Kubota’s past TLB’s, and has a bucket digging force of over 7,600 pounds. The M59 loader is both cost- and time-efficient, offering increased productivity and an incredible lifting power of 3,960 pounds. For product literature or dealer locations, contact Kubota Tractor Corporation at 888.458.2682, ext. 900, or visit www.kubota.com.
Bair Product’s Cat/ASV Skid Loader PartsThree new items from Bair Products are now available:
- Larry Lugs: Drive lugs bolt onto the track in place of broken rubber lugs, extending the life of the track. These take just 10 minutes to install without removing the track. Lugs are reusable; just remove and reinstall on a different track.
- Idler and Bogie Wheels: These are heavy-duty alloy wheels compared to the original plastic and rubber wheels.
- Track Tensioners: Tighten or loosen rubber tracks with Bair Product’s grease gun–operated, hydraulic track tensioners.
Mustang Upgrades Compact Track Loader LineMustang Manufacturing Company is pleased to announce the availability of three upgraded compact track loader models. Mustang models MTL16, MTL20, and MTL25 have been revised to become models MTL316, MTL320, and MTL325. A fourth Mustang track loader, model MTL312 (announced in March 2008), brings the total number of track loader units in the product line to four. The upgraded models’ high-powered, Tier III EPA-certified engines meet stringent emissions standards and deliver exceptional performance. Horsepower has been increased and now ranges from 66 to 92 hp. These models boast faster ground speeds, up to 7.5 mph. A new standard foot throttle in all models allows operators to be efficient with fuel. An improved control handle design with additional switches puts more controls at the operator’s fingertips. Activation of the “float” function is made easier with an improved push-button. For more information, please visit www.mustangmfg.com.
Bending or Cutting Cast-in-Place Rebar Is EZEOperated by just a single hand, the EZE Bend Rebar Bending and Cutting System offers interchangeable power heads with either #6 (¾-inch) or #8 (1-inch) 60-grade rebar capacities. Power heads weigh as little as 17 pounds. Every bender and cutter head rotates 360 degrees for quick, easy, and safe fabrication of cast-in-place rebar. With the release of a button, the tool’s action stops and then immediately retracts. Just imagine the jobsite convenience. Save time and money with the EZE Bend system. For more information, please visit www.ezebendinc.com.
Case Adds Power With 570M XT Series 3 Loader/Tool CarrierCase Construction Equipment has introduced the 570M XT Series 3 Loader/Tool Carrier with a new Tier III–compliant Case Family III turbocharged engine. The new engine delivers 79 net hp, an increase of 8 percent over that of the previous series. With greater loader lift capacity and breakout forces, the 570M XT Series 3 Loader/Tool Carrier delivers fast cycle times, so operators can tackle more in less time. The 570M XT Series 3 features a single-lever loader control designed for easy effort and ergonomic comfort. Push-button differential lock and transmission de-clutch are located close at hand. An automatic self-leveling feature minimizes bucket spills as the operator raises the loader. The optional Ride Control™ helps cushion the loader arms to prevent spills when carrying full loads over rough terrain. The new Case loader/tool carrier is also extremely versatile with a wide selection of buckets and attachments. For more information, please visit www.casece.com.
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