CLEARWATER, Fla. — As the owner and president of D-Mar General Contracting and Development in Clearwater, Florida, Doreen DiPolito has long been a champion of women in construction and a dedicated supporter of the local community. Her involvement with the Hammers & Heels program and Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County provided an opportunity to combine both of those passions when DiPolito teamed with other female business leaders and philanthropists to build a new home for a single mother in St. Petersburg, Florida. The keys were handed over to the new owner during a dedication ceremony on Dec. 15, and … Read more

John Deere introduces the heavy-lifting, tight-turning 244K and 324K Compact Wheel Loaders. Both machines are loaded with features to increase productivity, visibility, versatility and lower daily operating costs. The oscillating stereo steering is the foundation of the compact K-Series models, delivering a smooth turning radius, up to 20 percent tighter than comparable loaders. This feature ensures faster cycle times and better material retention over rough terrain. The 244K and 324K offer higher tipping load capacities than their J-Series predecessors and the hydrostatic drivetrain's infinitely variable range allows the operator to precisely match travel speed. The wheel loaders" 100 percent front … Read more

Milwaukee Tool expands its M12 System with the introduction of a portable vacuum that delivers unmatched power for the removal of wood, metal and other common debris. The M12 Compact Vacuum utilizes a high-efficiency motor and REDLITHIUM battery technology to deliver up to 29 minutes of continuous run time on a single charge, with the XC4.0 battery. Fully equipped with three versatile attachments, the vacuum makes jobsite cleanup quick and easy. The vacuum comes with three accessories to complete numerous cleanup jobs, whether small or large. Included are a crevice tool that gives the user access into tight spots, a … Read more

The latest protective eyewear from 3M, the 3M HIE6 Protective Eyewear, is integrated directly into the suspension of 3M hard hats, nearly eliminating the weight of eyewear on a person’s nose and with no temples. This integration reduces a common cause of worker discomfort and helps ensure the proper use of protective equipment. The new eyewear is easy to adjust and retracts neatly between the hard hat shell and suspension when not in use, helping to avoid scratching when not in use. The 3M HIE6 Protective Eyewear integrates with the H-700 and H-800 Series of hard hats. The lens is … Read more