Vermeer Designs Bucket Wheel Attachment
The bucket wheel attachment from Vermeer is designed to work with the T655 Commander 3 tractor in the installation of small diameter pipe. The attachment can cut 22-, 24- or 28-inch wide trenches. To protect the bucket from damage, an independent metal band, designed to break away on impact, is bolted to the rim, which acts as a leading edge to remove dirt from the trench. For more information: 888/837-6337; www.vermeer.com.
Hannay Enhances N700 Reel
Hannay has added a separate non-sparking ratchet assembly unit to its N700 spring rewind hose reel. The new design provides better access to the pawl and pin, even in hard-to-reach machine applications. Newly designed seals in the heavy-duty spring motor and a redesigned arbor provide added protection in dirty environments and simplifies maintenance. The position of the hose riser also has been adjusted to improve alignment of the hose on the drum during retraction. The reel can accommodate single 3/8-inch or 1/2-inch I.D. hose and is designed to operate at up to 3,000 psi and temperatures from -20 degrees to 225 degrees F. The standard inlet is a 90-degree swivel joint with 1/2-inch female NPT threads, with the standard outlet 1/2-inch female NPT threads. For more information: 877/467-3357; www.hannay.com.
Deere Rolls Out 190D, 220D Excavators
The 190D W and 220D W wheeled excavators from John Deere feature Tier 3, fuel-efficient 5.2L diesel engines, rated at 159 hp. The 190D W has an operating weight of 44,974 pounds with two-piece boom and front and rear outriggers, while the 220D W weighs 51,368 pounds. Digging dept is 19 feet 2 inches (190D W) and 20 feet, 8 inches (220D W), with arm breakout force of 18,659 pounds (190D W) and 22,930 pounds (220D W), and bucket force of 22,930 pounds (190D W) and 29,000 pounds (220D W). Available with mini booms for long-distance work and blades for backfilling, the excavators have a top travel speed of 23 mph. For more information: www.deere.com.
Industrial Specialties Introduces Push-to-Connect Filters
Push-to-connect in-line filters from Industrial Specialties Mfg. feature John Guest push-to-connect style fittings integrated into the Celcon plastic filter housing. The connectors are available in micron sizes ranging from 20 to 250 with end connections in 1/4, 5/16 and 3/8 inches O.D. For more information: 800/781-8487; www.industrialspec.com.
Superior Signal Designs LED Split Traffic Arrow
The Traffic Manager LED split traffic arrow and warning stick from Superior Signals Inc. uses 32 high-intensity LEDs to provide warning and directional information to approaching vehicles. The unit is capable of up to 11 arrow flash patterns and 11 warning patterns, using simultaneous or alternating flash. The controller and 25 feet of cable are included. Flush and surface mounting and L-bracket mounting kits are available. For more information: 800/447-3693; www.superiorsignals.com.
RIDGID Introduces microExplorer Inspection Camera
The handheld microExplorer digital inspection camera from RIDGID enables users to take digital quality JPEG images and record video onto an SD memory card inserted into an integrated slot in the unit. An integrated mini USB port can be used to transfer data to a computer. The camera features 3X zoom and/or pan functions and 3.5-inch LCD screen. For more information: 800/769-7743; www. ridgid.com.
Gateway Designs Luminary Safety Eyewear
Luminary eyewear from Gateway Safety Inc. weighs less than of an ounce and features soft, flexible, translucent temple insets. A one-piece polycarbonate lens, with an integrated brow guard and wrap-around design, offers coverage against workplace hazards, while standard anti-scratch coating adds durability. For more information: 800/822-5347; www.gatewaysafety.com.
Standard Hamilton Launches Compact Dump-Pro Unit
The Compact Dump-Pro unit from Standard Hamilton Company Inc. is designed for light-duty pickup trucks with 6-foot beds. The dump insert weighs 282 pounds and features a steel reinforced, industrial weight, non-rusting polyethylene dump body and winch-driven system that requires no hydraulics to operate. Rated at 3,000 pounds hauling, 2,700 pounds dumping capacity, the unit handles 1.1 cubic yards of material, or 3 yards with the Hi-Sides option. For more information: 866/438-6777; www.dump-pro.com.
Electric Eel Offers Pipe Thawing Machines
The UES 190D and 200D pipe thawing machines from Electric Eel Manufacturing Company Inc. are designed to thaw frozen copper or steel pipe up to 75 feet in length, depending on pipe O.D. The units use low voltage, high amperage power and come with 115-volt power pack, two 25-foot cables with pipe clamps and circuit breaker to protect against overloads. For more information: 800/833-1212; www.electriceel.com.
Western Mule Offers P-20 Fold-Away Bumper Crane
The P-20 fold-a-way bumper crane from Western Mule features 2,000 pounds of lifting capacity, six different boom positions, and vertical boom storage that enables it to fold compact and out of the way when not in use. A lighter duty P-10 is designed to lift up to 1,000 pounds and is offered with DC, AC and manual hand-crank models. For more information: 559/266-6977; www.westernmule.com; Expo booth 3027.
Industry News
Stellar Announces Retirement, Promotions
Gary Bomstad, one of the three founders of Stellar Industries Inc., has announced his retirement. The company also has promoted Kevin Harmon to sales and product manager and Brian Goll to quality control manager. Bomstad, along with Francis Zrostlik and Jim Vlaanderen founded the Garner, Iowa, hydraulic truck-mounted equipment company in 1990. He has been instrumental in product development, manufacturing innovation, and marketing the X-Tra-Lift product line. Harmon has five years experience in the truck equipment industry and has been with the company since 2003. He will be responsible for planning, organizing and maintaining the X-Tra-Lift line from conception through production. Goll, currently research and development manager, will take on the added duties of quality control, chassis check-in, crane testing and final product inspection. He has been with the company since 2004.