September

Atlas Copco introduces basic diesel generating sets

Atlas Copco has launched a less sophisticated flx version of its QAS range of portable generators to meet the basic power demands of the developing world.

These boots are made for welding

Fashion designers may have rediscovered boots this year on the catwalks of Europe, but for welders, solid, tough dependable boots have always been a vital accessory in a sometimes hazardous environment.

One man can operate 100t Terex crane

The latest 100t addition to the Terex Cranes range, the Roadmaster 8000 truck mounted crane, offers low cost of ownership in a wide variety of applications and single man usability.

Line paint dries in 10 minutes

Floorsafe, a new chlorinated rubber line marking paint specifically designed for roads, factory floors, parking areas, crossings and steps, is durable and quick drying with excellence adhesion to concrete and bitumen.

ACS is exclusive distributor for Loadlink

One of Australia’s largest and oldest suppliers of materials testing equipment and calibrating services ACS, is the exclusive distributor for the British made Loadlink range of force measurement devices from Straightpoint (UK) Limited Straightpoint is a world leader in the design and manufacture of force measurement, load monitoring and suspended weighing load cells up to 1000t capacity. 

Australian first: Hi-Vis lightweight welding jacket now available

In an Australian first, welders will now be more easily seen and better protected, by a high visibility welding jacket marketed by BOC.

New Terex Posi-Tracks have more traction, pushing power, reach 

New top of the range Terex® compact track loaders, offer a 14.6% increase in tractive effort in low gear, a 32% increase in hydraulic power, a redesigned loader arm and 13% more bucket breakout force over their predecessors.

Hydraulic breaker safety manual updated 

The US Association of Equipment Manufacturers has updated its safety manual for carrier-mounted hydraulic breakers or hammers.

Asset tracker puts end to crime spree 

After three robberies in the past 12 months, a Thomastown, Melbourne factory, decided to utilise FleetLocate’s BAT50 Battery Asset Tracker, fitting the device to one of its toolboxes.

Unique Astec flywheels maximise tough trenching performance

Two new Astec trenchers feature a unique flywheel to minimise trencher stalls when pressure spikes are encountered in tough digging.

Toyota upgrades Huski steering

Toyota Material Handling Australia has fine-tuned its 5SK Huski skidsteer's hydraulic pilot-operated steering valves to enhance 'featherability' and therefore provide smooth, progressive control.

Thwaites micro dumper hauls 300kg at a time

Powered by a 3.2kW single cylinder Honda, the four wheel drive British made Thwaites Micro dumper 300, weighs just 160kg but will carry loads of 300kg through doorways as narrow as 700mm.

PowerDigger Lite keeps buckets clear of pipes, cables

Designed with single slope applications in mind, Leica Geosystems’ PowerDigger Lite guidance system, is ideal not only for increasing productivity of mini excavators and backhoes but also for keeping their operators safe.

Compact water solution for Centennial Park upgrade

Low hanging branches and limited turning space were a challenge for work on an environmentally sensitive area in one of Sydney’s open space landmarks, Centennial Park.

OH&S the focus with skid steer for Qld irrigation specialist

WHEN it comes to investing in skid steers, OH&S is paramount for many in the construction and trade industries. In the case of Queensland plumbing and irrigation specialist Mark Kurtz, OH&S made British icon JCB the clear favourite.

John Deere takes the stress out of loader work

John Deere’s slogan for its K series wheel loaders – “Hard work was never this easy” – highlights not only the ease of operating these machines, but the ease of keeping them on the job.

Westgate Bridge doesn’t get sticky thanks to Active Air

As the traffic in our cities gets worse, authorities need to come up with novel ideas to help the flow of cars.

Laser meter measures to 50m

Ridgid’s micro LM-100 laser distance meter measures in metric or imperial up to 50m with an accuracy of 1.5mm or 1/16th of an inch.