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Fabric drain protector
 The
Geoscape Drain Protector is a new fabric drain protector from Innovative
Geotextiles Corporation that prevents storm drains from clogging during site
grading and helps contractors and DOTs meet EPA regulations by reducing
stormwater pollution. Each unit consists of four woven polypropylene fabric
panels sewn together. Fabric fence post sleeves are sewn at all corners
allowing fast and easy installation using heavy-duty steel T posts or wooden
posts. The system is easily installed by one person and comes in traditional
black or the new international orange color for additional safety on job
sites.
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Pothole patching machine
H.D.
Industries’ new Pro-Patch Pothole Patcher provides all the tools and
materials necessary for a one- or two-man crew to make effective asphalt
repairs, eliminating the use of air compressors, oil distributors, and dump
trucks — which reduces manpower and equipment maintenance, and minimizes the
amount of equipment used in high-traffic areas. The machine is available as
a truck- or trailer-mounted, propane-fueled unit or as an all-electric
unit. The body is 112-inches long, 49-inches high, and 78-inches wide with
lockable tool-storage compartments.
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Polyurethane sealants, adhesive
Quikrete introduced two new polyurethane sealants
and a polyurethane adhesive. Polyurethane Self-Leveling Sealant is a
permanent-flexible, polymeric, multi-purpose product specifically designed
for flowing into horizontal crevices and general purpose horizontal joint
sealing applications. Polyurethane Non-Sag Sealant is used for sealing
vertical and overhead joints in concrete and waterproofing cracked concrete.
Polyurethane Construction Adhesive is a fast-cure, permanently flexible
product for applications involving pre-painted metals and is ideal for
repairing broken concrete.
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Trip-edge scoop plow
 Hiniker’s
new high-performance, split trip-edge Scoop Plow, with a unique concave
shape, captures snow with less spillage and faster, more-efficient plowing.
The 20-degree fixed-angle outer ends help the plow capture snow, making it
ideal for confined areas. The plow also angles left and right to allow for
conventional plowing applications.
The plow is available in 8- and 9-foot lengths and
features a high-impact polyethylene moldboard that creates a low-friction,
corrosion-free plowing surface. A three-section trip-edge with a 9-inch-high
pivot point provides maximum protection from high obstacles such as curbs
and parking barriers. Each section trips independently for smoother plowing
and less stress on the plow. The specially designed no-pinch pivot prevents
jamming from stones, ice, and other debris, allowing for the full return of
the trip-edge every time.
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Textured sound walls
Carsonite International’s new textured sound walls
can take the appearance of brick, bamboo, slate, sand, and more. The
textured facades are comprised of polyurethane and won’t deteriorate or
discolor from weather conditions, roadside material, insects, or animals and
aid in decreasing sound levels. The sound barriers exceed noise reduction
guidelines and wind loads required by AASHTO.
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Self-inflating balloon light
 Ingersoll-Rand’s
new BL2000 balloon light is a self-inflating illumination unit that is
versatile enough to be used for a variety of applications including
construction, guard rail installation, paving, and road repair/maintenance.
The light diffuses a strong, glare-free light over a 360-degree area. It has
a diameter of 43.3 inches and, when placed on an optional mounting system,
stands 7.5- to 15-feet tall, covering up to a 15,000-square-foot radius.
The unit inflates in less than one minute, providing
instant illumination once fully inflated, and it resists wind speeds up to
63 miles per hour. The unit weighs less than 40 pounds and consists of a
reflector, diffusing envelope, protection grid, and tilting grip head to
position the lamps at the necessary angle for maximum site illumination.
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Ultra-portable variable message sign
 The
new instALERT Rapid Messenger from All Traffic Solutions is an
ultra-portable variable message sign that provides worker and driver safety
at small or temporary work zones. Its full-size, full-matrix display can be
dispatched from the back of a vehicle and set up by a single person in less
than a minute using mounting options that include the hitch receiver of a
vehicle, a portable or stationary pole, and a trailer. The sign weighs about
40 pounds and unfolds from a 3- by 28- by 30-inch carrying size to a
full-matrix display that measures 2.3 by 5 feet. One, two, or three lines of
text with 7-, 10.25-, or 24-inch letters are visible hundreds of yards away.
The sign can be powered by the vehicle or a portable, rechargeable power
supply.
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Traffic data detector software
Mavision, from Mavix, is a comprehensive solution
for traffic management and incident detection over IP. Using advanced image
processing algorithms, it processes diverse traffic data and detects
predefined incidents. Unlike other traffic detectors, Mavision eliminates
the need for standalone loop detectors and other conventional traffic
monitoring devices. It allows the operator to verify accidents and be
alerted of incidents including stopped or slowed vehicles, vehicle direction
changes, restricted zone violations, or speed changes.
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Snow buckets
The new snow buckets from
FFC Attachments move large volumes
of snow or other loose materials efficiently and can quickly attach to all
skid-steer, backhoe, utility, and small-wheel loaders. The medium-duty
buckets come in either 7- or 8-foot sizes with a lift capacity of 5,000
pounds and an operating weight of 8,000 pounds. The heavy-duty models are
available in 8- or 9-foot sizes with a lift capacity of 7,500 pounds and an
operating weight of 11,000 pounds. The cut-out back plate provides better
visibility.
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Dump insert for pickup trucks
 Dump-Pro,
a revolutionary new lightweight dump insert for pickup trucks from Standard
Hamilton Company, enables users to go from pickup to dump truck in just
minutes using the Quick Change-Out option. The unit’s dump body is
constructed of industrial-weight polyethylene and has a 60-degree dumping
angle for easy and complete dumping. When the job is done, simply release
the clamping system, disconnect the power, remove one hitch bolt, and slide
the unit out.
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Post-processing software
The new RADAN 6.0 post-processing software from
Geophysical Survey Systems
will be able to collect and integrate GPS data with the corresponding radar
file while storing the data in convenient Microsoft Access format. Along
with enhanced and simplified 3D viewing and StructureScan Optical Data
Processing, the software will provide automatic estimation of maximum depth
capability.
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Smart gages for foundation testing
The use of Smart Gages instead of conventional ones
when conducting dynamic pile testing eliminates the need to bring
calibration sheets to the job site and eliminates the possibility of human
error when entering the calibration factors, according to
Pile Dynamics. Just connect
these new accelerometers and strain transducers to the PDA and the PDA
automatically knows to which channel each Smart Gage is connected, the gage
number, its calibration, and date of last calibration. The date of last
calibration serves as a reminder to recalibrate the gages every two years in
order to maintain data accuracy.
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Snowplow for downsized trucks
 Boss
Snowplow has introduced a new smaller snowplow for downsized 4 x 4 trucks —
the Sport-Duty Snowplow. The plow weighs in at 450 pounds and meets all
federal motor vehicle safety standards. Standard features include the Boss
RT3 Quick Hitch System; a super-slick poly moldboard blade; a hydraulic
cylinder lifting system to eliminate bounce; high-performance hydraulics;
in-cab joystick control for smooth, simple, reliable performance; full-blade
trip design for when an obstacle is encountered; and a two-year parts and
labor warranty.
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Power-fold mower
Grasshopper’s new PowerFold mower combines ease of electric height
adjustment with effortless deck lifting. The dual-purpose design allows
selection of an infinite range of cutting heights between 1 and 5 inches.
The deck rotates upright, simplifying underside access for cleaning, blade
replacement or sharpening, and installation or removal of a mulching
package. A shorter overall length is created for easy transport and compact
storage.
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Four-cycle rammers
Stone
Construction Equipment added three four-cycle rammers to its Stomper
line — models XH670, XH730, and XH840. Each is powered by a four-cycle
engine that is easy starting and eliminates use of two-cycle oil or
pre-mixing of fuel. The Stompers’ design combines precise spring force,
crank throw, and weight to produce maximum impact force.
The XH670 weighs 132 pounds, has an impact force of
2,650 pounds, and has a 10- by 13-inch poly shoe. The SH730 weighs 140
pounds, has an impact force of 3,100 pounds, and has an 11- by 13-inch poly
shoe. The XH840 weighs 145 pounds, has an impact force of 3,500 pounds, and
has an 11- by 13-inch shoe.
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Aerial bucket lift
The new Model 26-400 articulating aerial bucket lift
from Flannegan
Western is designed to mount on a 1-ton truck with a quick-tach mounting
and needs no stabilizers. The lift reaches to 26 feet, with a side reach of
12 feet, 6 inches. Other features include 400-pound bucket capacity, 48-inch
bucket, 360-degree non-continuous rotation, and electric over hydraulic
controls. Proportional and radio remote controls are optional.
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Reprinted from Better Roads Magazine
October 2004 |
