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Stormwater treatment
 Vortechnics’ new VortSentry is designed to capture
sediment and free-floating pollutants from urban runoff. It can be used as a
standalone or as a pretreatment system used in conjunction with other
stormwater treatment devices. The unit uses a combination of vortex motion
and flow controls to remove contaminated sediment, oil, and debris from
runoff before the water discharges into surface waters.
With no moving parts and a clear view to the
captured pollutants, the unit is easy to install and maintain and offers a
compact, lightweight design that is ideal for congested sites. All models
are configured with a flow partition to ensure that the rate of flow through
the treatment chamber will not cause pollutant re-entrainment, even as the
total flow rate through the system increases.
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EPA-certified, two-cycle rammer
Wacker’s new EPA-certified, two-cycle rammer is
specifically designed to meet future EPA emissions standards through 2009.
The new BS-50-2i, BS 60-2i, and BS 70-2i offer a number of features: easy
starting through the use of a patent-pending vented carburetor; increased
uptime and durability with the addition of a three-stage air filtration
system that offers 33% better filtration; a new air box design; and improved
operator comfort.
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Leaf collection system
 Holder’s new leaf collection system makes fall curb
cleanup easy. Coordinated behind a rear-load garbage packer, the versatile
C2.42 tractor, equipped with a leaf push/loader attachment, can easily load
4 tons of leaves per hour. The narrow and highly maneuverable unit travels
up and down a ramp discharging the leaves directly into the packer body.
When one section is swept clean, the rear loading ramp is raised and the
truck moves to another area. The system doesn’t require many trucks and
drivers, making it cost-efficient and practical.
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Self-contained pump/mixer unit
The SlabMaster by Airplaco is a self-contained,
slab-jack/grout spray pump/pressure grouter/mixer unit designed for use by
states, counties, municipalities, and other public works departments for use
in road repair and maintenance. Mounted on a heavy-duty single-axle trailer
for towing, the unit can be operated with minimal setup time and labor. It
incorporates a versatile dual-cylinder grout pump and is coupled with a
heavy-duty, 10-cubic-foot-capacity paddle mixer with on/off/ reverse
controls. The unit pumps material up to 200 cubic feet per hour.
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Compression machine speeds testing
The Humboldt
H-1322, Marshall and TSR Compression
Machine provides unattended operation and recording of test data for use in
asphalt, concrete, and soil testing applications. The new machine provides
hard-copy test data when printed confirmation of test results is required.
The system automatically tests and records Marshall stability and plastic
flow of bituminous mixture on one chart with an accuracy to less than 1%
over the total range, eliminating operator error in dial readings and manual
recording of data. The unit automatically resets itself to the start
position after each test, increasing operator efficiency, and complies with
ASTM and AASHTO test standards for Marshall and TSR Compression tests.
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More conspicuous work-zone apparel
Nasco Industries’ new Envisage apparel is designed
to make workers more conspicuous in work zones, thereby giving drivers of
oncoming traffic more reaction time to make good safe decisions in low-light
and foul-weather situations. Envisage is waterproof, breathable, windproof,
and ANSI 107 compliant.
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Remote satellite speakers for ultrasonic bird
repeller
 Bird-X’s
bird repeller now features an option with
up to four remote speakers for their QuadBlaster QB-4 which repels unwanted
birds using ultrasonic sound. Four Piezo ceramic speakers project the
powerful ultrasonic waves in an overlapping fan pattern for 360 degrees
coverage. This helps with unusual space configurations or areas divided by
walls.
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CAD parking software
 Transoft Solutions’ ParkCAD is a user-friendly CAD
program that lets you generate conceptual parking lot designs and test “what
if” scenarios in minutes. The software comes bundled with dynamic reporting
and editing capabilities that allow you to change parking module dimensions,
row orientation, stall configurations, and other layout elements on the fly.
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Concrete bridge deck protector
Star Macro Deck from
STAR, Inc. is a specialty penetrant and saturant system, specifically developed to protect concrete
structures such as bridge decks and control barriers. It penetrates into the
concrete profile and quickly forms a rubber matrix network inside the
physical concrete structure, preventing water, deicing salts, and other
damaging elements from penetrating into the structure.
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Storm drain markers
Almetek Industries is now offering a full line of
storm drain markers used to provide warning that items dumped into storm
drains flow directly into area waterways. The markers are affixed to storm
drain inlets and street gutter catch basins to remind people that only storm
water should enter these inlets that connect roads and parking lots to local
water. Available in 11 forms, each marker features the phrase No Dumping and
warns where the drain leads. Stock circular designs are available in
diameters ranging from 4 to 8 inches. Custom shapes, sizes, and artwork are
also available.
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Sweeper with operator-controlled leaf door
option
 Johnston Sweeper Company
has a tough new
operator-controlled leaf door option package on its 3000/4000 mechanical
broom street sweeper models. The option allows easy ingestion of heavy leaf
accumulations after the annual leaf-shedding season, increasing sweeper
productivity. This system features a hydraulically operated lower elevator
panel that can be raised or lowered at the touch of a switch. It allows the
leaves to enter the elevator without being ploughed ahead.
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Removable paint system
After 10 years of research, Magic Colors has
developed a removable paint system. To remove the paint from asphalt or
concrete, simply apply the remover to the painted surface, wait several
minutes, then pressure wash the biodegradable paint residue off to the side
of the road with no adverse environmental impact. Applications include
temporary striping and road markings in road construction areas.
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Reprinted from Better Roads Magazine
Issue 2004 |
