Product News
IDEAL Introduces Twist-A-Nut Pro Screwdrivers
The Twist-a-Nut Pro line of contractor-grade screwdrivers from IDEAL Industries Inc. offer fixed steel shanks for control and torque as well as the Accu-Loop wire looping system for installing wired fixtures, switches and receptacles. The screwdrivers come in three styles: 1/4-inch by 4-inch keystone grip, 1/4-inch by 4-inch No. 2 Phillips tip and 1/4-inch by 6-inch cabinet tip. 800/435-0705; www.idealindustries.com.
Mustang Upgrades Compact Track Loader Line
Mustang Manufacturing Co. has upgraded compact track loader models MTL16, MTL20 and MTL25. New models, MTL316, MTL320 and MTL325, meet Tier 3 engine emission regulations, have increased horsepower (66 to 92) and faster ground speed (up to 7.5 mph). Standard proportional auxiliary hydraulics, controlled by a thumb switch, replaces the former foot-pedal control. Models MTL320 and MTL325 also are available with a high-flow option (36 gpm on MTL30, 40 gpm on MTL325). 507/451-7112; www.mustangmfg.com.
Hannay Releases Pressures Wash, Spray Hose Reel Catalog
Hannay Reels' latest catalog features its line of pressure wash and spray hose reels for steam cleaning, washdown, general maintenance and spray options. Also included are compact reels for smaller, mobile steam cleaning and pressure wash units, as well as portable garden hose reels for grounds maintenance. 877/467-3357; http://go.hannay.com/IND.
Industry News
Bobcat Manufactures 750,000th Skid-Steer
Bobcat Co. celebrated the manufacture of its 750,000th skid-steer loader Aug. 15 at its facility in Gwinner, N.D. Headquartered in West Fargo, N.D., and part of Doosan Infracore International, the company achieved its production milestone 50 years after the Melroe and Keller brothers partnered to introduce the Melroe self-propelled loader, later known as the Bobcat skid-steer loader. The commemorative skid-steer was a model S205.
STONEBROOKE EQUIPMENT MOVE
Stonebrooke Equipment Inc., distributor and installer of premium truck equipment, has relocated to its new facility at 14311 Ewing Ave. S, Burnsville, Minn. The 25,000-square-foot facility is located on 2.31 acres, providing for the continued growth and expansion of the 38-year-old, third-generation, family-owned business. The building features a 3,200-square-foot showroom with interactive product displays.
Capital Rubber Raises $1,500 for Troops
Capital Rubber Corp. of Wood Dale, Ill., raised $1,500 for Operation Support Our Troops of Illinois through a June and July promotion that set aside a portion of proceeds from each order. The funds will be used for care packages for troops overseas and to aid wounded soldiers returning home and their families.