SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Biomedical science students and faculty striving to solve the world’s most critical health problems now have access to one of the most sustainable laboratories in the country with the completion of the new Health Sciences Biomedical Research Facility at the University of California, San Diego, Calif., in La Jolla. Built by McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., and designed by ZGF Architects LLP, the new 196,000-square-foot facility is located on a 3.3-acre site within the UCSD Health Sciences campus. It will accommodate new and expanded multi-departmental programs, including bioinformatics, genomic medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, childhood diseases, pathology, immunology, inflammation, […]

Mustang’s newest addition to its zero-tail-swing compact excavator product line is the 4.5 metric ton 450Z NXT2. The compact excavator is equipped with a 37.7 hp electronically controlled Yanmar Tier IV emissions-certified diesel engine, which provides up to 20 percent less fuel consumption than the previous 450Z model and features an electronic throttle for precise control. Two other cost-saving features include ECO mode and auto deceleration. When activated by the flip of a switch inside the cab, ECO mode will reduce the engine speed by 10 percent without sacrificing power. Utilizing ECO mode will save fuel when full speed is […]

RIDGID’s micro LM-400 Advanced Laser Distance Meter is capable of reading distances up to 229 feet in length. It is designed for quick and easy viewing, storing and sharing measurements. The distance meter features a large, backlit, four-line display screen for a clear view of the reading, and an inclination angle measurement system for indirect measurements in hard-to-reach areas. An advanced calculation feature can adjust units instantly to inches, feet or meters and has enough storage space for saving up to 20 measurements at a time. The new meter is also IP 54 dust proof, splash proof and has an […]

Makita has added to its 18V lineup with two new cordless caulking guns: the 18V LXT 10 oz. Caulk and Adhesive Gun and the 18 LXT 20 oz. Barrel Style Caulk and Adhesive Gun. The new caulking guns are a versatile, powerful and lightweight solution for any contractor dispensing large amounts of caulk and adhesives. Both tools deliver 1,100 pounds of dispensing force for even the highest viscosity adhesives and sealants. In addition, the caulking guns feature a five-speed dial and variable speed trigger that optimizes flow rate and allows for dispensing up to 2.5 times faster than other cordless […]