"The MVL incorporates direct electric drive. This feature provides significantly improved duty cycles and reduced leak points," says Jeff Ford, product parent for JLG. "The MVL also utilizes a joystick and gearbox similar to a construction grade scissor lift giving it an edge in durability."

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For Contractors
Welder/generator
With 23-hp Kohler and 22-hp Robin engine options available, Miller Electric's Bobcat 250 gas-powered welder/generator offers additional horsepower providing stronger welding output and stronger generation power.

"The extra horsepower will allow users to weld faster or increase deposition rates," says John Leisner, product manager for Miller Electric. "It will be especially important to those who need extra welding power for air carbon arc gouging or running larger diameter wires, or those who need increased generator power for plasma cutting. Plus these models are better able to handle sudden loads, such as motor starting."

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Breakers
Featuring an advanced vibration reduction system, the new CP 1210 handheld breakers from Chicago Pneumatic Construction Tools are designed for light-to-medium demolition of floors, pavement, frozen ground and masonry walls. Thanks to an improved valve system, the new CP 1210 series provides 20-percent more hitting power than previous models. Each series model requires 59 cfm of air and delivers 1,400 blows per minute. The breakers are offered in three versions -- basic, silenced and vibration-reduced -- and a variety of shank sizes are available to accommodate all applications.

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Ground thawing/concrete curing blanket
The Power Blanket is designed to make curing concrete and thawing frozen ground more affordable, fast and easy. It can thaw 4 to 8 inches of ground overnight. The curing blanket maintains optimum curing temperature at 65 to 70 degrees with ambient to minus 10 degrees. Power Blankets can be plugged together to cover large areas. Power Blankets are 100-percent waterproof and are designed to be extremely durable and are easily repaired if ripped or torn. At only 1-inch thick, one person can maneuver the Power Blanket. There are five sizes and three styles from which to choose.

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Keyless ignition system
Keytroller's keyless ignition simple system eliminates the ignition key with one lighted start/stop button. The button is enabled with the operator's company RFID card. A user simply flashes the card over the dash, and the button is illuminated green if accepted. Then the operator presses the lit button once to start the engine and again to stop. The system can be mounted to any internal combustion or electric vehicle.

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Generator
Shindaiwa Construction Products, manufacturer of power generation, welding and related equipment for rental and construction markets, expands its kWiet Power diesel generator line by introducing the new DGK150D. This 150-kVA/120-kW model, with sound levels of 57 dBA at idle and 60 dBA at full load, is the industry's quietest, operating at levels below normal conversation, the company says. It's the second of the Ultra-Quiet Series of Shindaiwa generators to be phased in over the next two years. Shindaiwa is the first gen-set manufacturer to introduce an Isuzu EPA Tier 3-certified electronic-governed engine. It is also 60/50 hertz capable, electronic governed, and single- and 3-phase switchable.

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For Homeowners/Light Contractors
Wet/dry vacuum
Featuring a 1.3-hp continuous motor, the 9-gallon wet/dry vacuum from Mi-T-M is designed for stackability, cord management, durability, maneuverability and ease of operation. The MV-900-0MEV features a 120-volt, two-stage bypass motor with a self-cooling motor design and a 25-foot electrical cord with cord wrap.

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Jetters
Electric Eel Manufacturing introduces its new and enhanced line of portable high-pressure water jetters to its complete range of drain- and sewer-cleaning equipment. The newly expanded line offers eight models to choose from including two electric units and six gas models with features such as electric-start engines, removable hose reels and gear-driven triplex pumps. Units are available in 1,000 to 4,000 psi up to 5 gpm and feature Honda and Briggs Vanguard engines.

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