John Deere Redesigns Pallet Forks for Increased Durability

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John Deere redesigned its Worksite Pro pallet forks to be more durable and powerful than ever. Available in a 45-inch and 60-inch frame for jobs of any scale, the new attachments are optimized to work with John Deere G- and E-Series Skid Steers and Compact Track Loaders, and L, K-II and K-Series Compact Wheel Loaders, as well as most competitive models. Ideal for heavy lifting, the new pallet fork frames are engineered to handle up to 6,200 pound-rated forks. The new brick guard design offers added strength, and smooth surfaces offer protection against load damage. The new frames also include … Read more

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Topcon Introduces New Laser Series for Distance, Accuracy in Construction Projects

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Topcon Positioning Group has added to its RL-H line of self-leveling rotating lasers. The RL-H5 series is designed for high accuracy and long-working range in laser applications for grading, excavating and general construction projects. The new offering includes instruments to support diverse jobsite demands. Lasers in the series include options in working range of up to 800 meters and up to 100 hours of battery life. The RL-H5A with ±1.5 millimeter at 30 meter horizontal accuracy will be available in the Americas, Europe and Oceania. An additional option, the RL-H5B, with ±3 mm at 30 m horizontal accuracy, will be … Read more

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Trimble Offers New Field Solutions for Land, Construction Surveying

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Trimble’s TSC7 Controller is a new field solution for land and civil construction surveyors. The TSC7, combined with specialized software, defines the next generation of data collection and computing for mobile workers with powerful enhancements to the field based on customer feedback. The TSC7 provides a tablet experience with a physical keyboard and a sunlight readable 7-inch touch screen that supports pinch, tap and slide gestures. Users can interact with the TSC7 intuitively, easily zooming, panning and selecting items on the large touch screen. Front- and rear-facing cameras allow users to video conference their office from the field for on-the-job … Read more

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Haselden Construction, Colorado State University Achieve Major Milestones

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The last several weeks represented major milestones for Haselden Construction and Colorado State University. Both the AZ (Anatomy/Zoology) Addition and the JBS Global Food Innovation Center in Honor of Gary and Kay Smith celebrated topping outs – the last piece of structural steel being placed and symbolizing the halfway point of the project. The JBS Global Food Innovation Center is a Design-Build project with architect Hord Coplan Macht. Approximately 36,000 square feet, it is the addition of a pre-engineered metal building system to the south of the existing Animal Sciences Building. This addition will provide space for a state-of-the-art meat … Read more

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Strong Man Opens New Distribution Center in California

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Strong Man Safety Products has expanded to the West Coast with the opening of a new distribution center in Cerritos, California. This will be the third distribution center for the Pompton Plains, New Jersey-based company, with coverage now originating from their hometown, as well as a second distribution center in Houston, Texas that opened in 2012. When strong winds, bad storms and dangerous weather strike, construction crews need immediate access to materials to keep them, as well as the worksite and surrounding areas and pedestrians safe. The new Cerritos center is located near the Long Beach port with convenient access … Read more

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