Earth saw

Hacksaw

Masonry saw

Generators

Pocket driver

Scrub brush

Pressure washers

Stump grinder

Recyclers Cross Atlantic to Tour

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Earth-Moving
Skid-steer loaders
Bobcat's K-Series skid-steer loaders (S130 through S300) feature the SmartFan cooling system, a hydraulically driven cooling fan that senses machine operating temperatures and self-regulates to rotate only as fast as it needs to. The temperature-controlled, variable-speed fan optimizes the cooling needs of the loader and can be 30-percent quieter in some operating conditions. The K-Series loaders continue to feature the Bobcat dual-path cooling system, which brings in cool, clean air from above through the oil cooler and radiator and pulls hot air from the engine and hydrostatic area exiting out two side vents. This design reduces dirt and debris restrictions in the cooling system and minimizes debris in the engine compartment.

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For Contractors
Earth saw
The Kwik-Trench earth saw from Little Beaver features a simple, push-forward design that meets the shallow trenching needs of rental centers, contractors and golf course superintendents for applications such as residential lawn sprinkler systems, electronic dog fencing, low-voltage wiring, plumbing and drainage lines and more. The mini-trencher's compact size allows operators to get into areas inaccessible to full-size trenchers. With cutting speeds of up to 30 feet per minute, the Kwik-Trench is also designed to cut backfill time by making clean, narrow trenches and depositing the spoil net to the trench.

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Hacksaw
CS Unitec's portable pneumatic hacksaw is designed with the power and durability to stand up to demanding cutting applications, such as onsite cold cutting of pipe, structural steel or tanks, including pipe repair and demolition applications. The hacksaw has a stroke of 2 3/8-inches and zero to 350 strokes per minute. It will cut 24-inch diameter pipe in one pass and can be used manually or with an automatic feed device. The hacksaw is particularly useful for working in confined spaces, and because it is air powered, it is safer for use in hazardous environments. It can be attached to an accessory clamp to allow 90-degree cuts.

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Masonry saw
The 4101RH 5-inch masonry saw from Makita is designed for wet cutting tile, masonry and concrete. It features a 7.9-amp motor and a special cover design that prevents water from entering the motor housing. It cuts up to 1 3/8 inches at 90 degrees and 13/16 inches at 45 degrees. The unit also includes 15 feet of tubing, a water pressure regulator and a water valve.

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Generators
Subaru Robin introduces a new line of compact gasoline generators powered by its EX series overhead cam engines. The new generator models include the RGX2900, RGX3600, RGX4800 and RGX4800E, offering maximum outputs ranging from 2,900 watts to 4,800 watts. The generators are powered by engines in the 6-hp to 9-hp range. The generators are lighter and smaller than previous models because of the compact design of the EX engine. All RGX generators include a standard anti-icing feature, which draws air warmed by the engine into a tube and redirects it to the air intake.

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For Homeowners/Light Contractors
Pocket driver
Bosch Power Tools and Accessories' launched the ultra-compact Litheon 10.8-volt pocket driver, the PS20. The PS20 is small enough to fit into a tool belt pouch and lightweight and powerful enough to accomplish professional drill/driving tasks. Powered by Litheon, the driver is designed for carpenters, remodelers, electricians, woodworkers, HVAC, maintenance professionals and more. The pocket driver measures 6 by 6.5 inches.

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Scrub brush
The power scrub brush from Grassroots Technology can be used in many applications, such as scrubbing brick and stone patios, cleaning decks, or scrubbing oil spots on garage floors. It can also be used to sweep stones, rock and gravel from hard surfaces or turf. Roofing contractors and sports field managers also have applications where the power brush provides a solution. Available as a complete unit or as an attachment, it fits all of the company's MulchPRO and MulchFluffer models. The product also comes with a rubber splashguard. The scrub brush gives users 14 inches of total scrubbing width.

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Pressure washers
Shark Pressure Washers, a line engineered specifically for the rental industry, introduces two extra-small, gasoline-powered hot water pressure washers that deliver cleaning power of up to 2,400 psi, and weigh less than 400 pounds. The new SGP-Mini needs no battery to power the burner. A constant supply of 12-volt DC power is produced by a newly designed Robin engine, coupled with Shark's super-duty regulator. The SGP-Mini produces a water stream of up to 2.7 gpm. The units are powered by 6- and 7-hp Robin engines.

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Stump grinder
The Morbark D 76 SP 4x4 stump grinder is designed to get to the stump faster and grind it quicker. With a 76-foot boom swing arc, the operator is able to grind more of the stump without repositioning the grinder. The hydrostatic drive to the cutter head provides efficiency and torque to power through tough stumps. The hydrostatic system provides for cooler running components, which extends component life and generates less heat for increased operator comfort. The hexagon-shaped cutter wheel provides for less resistance and friction when grinding through the stump. Flange bearings assist cutter wheel productivity by minimizing exposure to dirt, which puts less drag on the cutter wheel.

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Product Spotlight
Recyclers Cross Atlantic to Tour
Owners of the first track Beast in the United Kingdom traveled 4,500 miles to Remus, Mich., to tour the facilities and meet with the developers of their primary piece of equipment, the Bandit Beast Recycler, at Bandit Industries earlier this year.

Brothers Gavin and Terry Griffith of Griffiths Pallet Services, Ltd., made the journey across the Atlantic seeking a custom chipping head for their Beast that would be better suited for their needs in the wood pallet recycling business.

The brothers have been in operation together for nearly 10 years and have approximately 25 employees at their recycling company in Swansea County, Wales. They bought their first Beast Recycler in 2001 and have since acquired a Beast Track model, the first of its kind in Europe. They now have two Beast machines in operation: the 3680 Beast Towable and the 3680 Beast Track. It is the only piece of machinery they use for chipping.

"We'd ran a number of machines before we went on to the Beast," Gavin says. "And we've been very happy with the Beast product." Compared to other machines they had tried, Gavin says the Beast is more reliable.

The Griffith brothers' situation is unique in the type of chipping that they do. The custom head that was designed for their Beast Recycler has been found to increase productivity in a number of applications and has subsequently been integrated as an optional feature on Beast Models 2680 and 3680.

Touring the facilities at Bandit Industries has further increased the Griffith brothers' confidence in Bandit and its products. "We're very happy with what we've seen here," Gavin says. "And we're very confident in seeing the backup that they can give to the UK agent. And with the new head now [on the Beast], it's made me a very happy man."

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