Talbert Manufacturing’s 35 Ton Fixed-Neck Trailer Offers Dependability for Day-to-Day Loads

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Talbert Manufacturing introduces the 35FG-BVTL—a fixed-neck, drop-deck trailer for small- to mid-size equipment machinery movers operating in oil fields, agriculture and construction and demolition. The 35 ton trailer is rated at 70,000 pounds concentrated in 20 feet and features hydraulic ramps for safe, efficient loading and unloading in confined spaces. The 35FG-BVTL is part of Talbert’s Double Drop Series. The overall length of the 35FG-BVTL is 48 feet, which includes a 22-foot-long deck that is 8 feet, 6 inches wide; and an 8-foot, 6-inch rear bridge section. The trailer’s fixed neck provides an economic alternative compared to removable gooseneck designs … Read more

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Ergodyne Adds Swiveling Glove Clips to Squids Line

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Ergodyne has extended its glove clip line with the launch of Squids 3420 Swiveling Glove Clip Holders. Highlights of the new clip include a unique breakaway design that allows safe separation without creating projectiles or foreign objects, and a swiveling capability that prevents the gear and clip from getting bound up. Two strong clips ensure secure attachment of gloves, keys and more to items like belt loops and d-rings. The launch of the swiveling clip adds even more versatility to a line that already includes the 3400 Dual Clip Mount, 3405 Belt Clip Mount, 3400MD Metal Detectable Dual Clip Mount, … Read more

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Bosch’s ‘Chameleon’ 5-in-1 Drill/Driver System Redefines Limits

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Imagine an all-in-one tool that delivers exceptional power, speed and runtime to tackle even the toughest jobs and discover the Bosch 18V FlexiClick 5-In-1 Drill/Driver System. Now available throughout North America, the “chameleon” is designed for professionals looking for a high-torque, connected-ready drill/driver that redefines limits. At its core, the Bosch 18V FlexiClick has a ¼-inch hex bit holder with quick-release. But the system comprises four pro-grade attachments – three included in the kit and one sold separately. Included are the ½-inch keyless right-angle chuck attachment, offset-angle attachment and ½-inch keyless all-metal chuck attachment. Available soon and sold separately is … Read more

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COVID-19 Cuts Nonresidential Construction Employment in March, Says ABC

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Construction industry employment declined by 29,000 in March, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Nonresidential construction employment declined by 24,600 in March. All three nonresidential segments registered job losses, with the largest decrease experienced in nonresidential building (-10,700) followed closely by heavy and civil engineering (-10,200). Nonresidential specialty trade lost 3,700 jobs on net. The construction unemployment rate was 6.9% in March, up 1.7 percentage points from the same time one year ago. Unemployment across all industries rose from 3.5% in February to 4.4% last month, a direct … Read more

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450-Bed Miami Beach Convention Field Hospital Completed in Response to Coronavirus Pandemic

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A 450-bed hospital, built inside the Miami Beach Convention Center located in Miami Beach, Florida, was completed more than a full day ahead of a very aggressive two-week schedule, ensuring the facility is ready, if needed, before the anticipated peak of COVID-19 in South Florida. The temporary hospital is a state and federal partnership in response to the Coronavirus pandemic. The Army Corps of Engineers selected Robins & Morton to perform the work. The general contractor engaged more than 20 trade contractors from South Florida, as well as RLF Architects for project design and engineering. More than 250 people worked … Read more

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