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September/October 2007
issue of
Contractor Tools and Supplies
 Cover
Story
2008
Outlook
Commercial jobs continue to carry construction numbers...
Editorial
2008 outlook is
rosy,
but how much will you capture?
Articles
Teaching
new employees about OSHA and general safety
Sam Church, managing director of The Safety Department, Inc.,
answers questions about the proper way to educate new employees
about OSHA and company safety...
All in hand
New high-dexterity gloves help workers stay safe and
productive...
The path to power
It’s easy to feel left in the dark when it comes to knowing what
to look for in selecting a jobsite generator, says Pam Meyer, Subaru
Robin Equipment Sales Manager...
The long and short of
demo hammers
There is not much middle ground in the demolition world,
particularly where power tool manufacturers are concerned...
Mag drills make the
cut
Magnetic-based drills take machining ability to the jobsite for
accurate and productive holes...
Walk the plank
Scaffolds can get you closer to your work, but they can also put
you closer to danger...
Product focus:
What’s new in power
tool accessories
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Hot products
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 Extended
forklift boom
Get extra reach with off-road forklifts with the extended
fork lift boom from Construction Lifters, a division of the
Caldwell Group. The boom offers four hook position from 12'
to 15'. The low-profile design stores easily and has a rated
capacity of up to 2,500 lbs.
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 Carbide-tipped
cutters
Hougen Manufacturing now offers carbide-tipped Holcuter
sheet metal cutters for materials up to 1/8" thick including
stainless steel, alloys, cast iron, and other hard
materials. The carbide tips optimize feed rates for faster
cycle times and increased productivity. Creates perfect,
burr-free holes from 11/16" through 3" diameters. Also
features a three-flatted shank that can fit 3/8" or 1/2"
handheld drill chucks. The cutters include a pilot, arbor
and spring to eject the center slug. The integral shoulder
is designed to prevent damage from plunge-through as the cut
is completed.
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 Dry
masonry saw
Makita now offers the 4 3/8" model 4100NH dry masonry saw,
with a powerful 12 amp motor and 1-3/8" cutting capacity.
This powerful yet compact saw will cut a range of masonry
materials. The easy-to-adjust depth gauge helps achieve a
precise cut and the flat rear side of the motor housing
allows for easy blade changes. The unit is compact and easy
to use. The lock-off button helps prevent accidental starts
to ensure user safety, while the compact design (8 5/8" in
length, 5.9 lbs.) makes this tool ideal for multiple
applications. The 4100NH comes with a 4" turbo
general-purpose diamond blade. The saw also includes a
wrench and socket wrench.
Item 157 |
 Construction
adhesives
White Lightning Construction Adhesives are specially
formulated to meet or exceed professional construction
requirements. They reduce the amount of nails and screws
needed while increasing structural strength. They withstand
expansion and contraction and can be used indoors or out.
These products are user-friendly, save labor and reduce
building materials costs.
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 Telehandlers
New Holland introduces its M427 (42' reach/6,600 lb. cap.),
M428 (42' reach/8,000 lb. cap.) and M459 (45' reach/9,000
lb. cap.) models. The units have a low boom design for
better visibility, a single joystick control and easy
service access. Their tight steering radius allows for easy
maneuvering. They come with front, crab and four-wheel
steering modes. The axles, mainframe and reinforced
telescoping boom are designed for the rigors of lifting,
carrying and digging. The open-center hydraulic system
delivers smooth operation and two high-flow gear pumps
deliver 31.7 gpm total flow. Optional auxiliary boom
hydraulics allow for operation of a variety of hydraulically
powered attachments.
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 Temporary
power distribution centers
Construction Electrical Products offers the UL 1640-approved
temporary power distribution centers. These units provide a
cost-effective way to distribute power in a plug and play
arrangement. The system requires little or no wiring,
reducing costly setup times. Custom electrical
configurations are available.
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