Hilti Rotating Laser is Robust Jobsite Solution

The new Hilti PR 2-HS Rotating Laser was built to withstand harsh jobsite conditions, while providing best-in-class leveling time. With this new tool, transferring heights, setting slopes or simple leveling are made easy with clearly defined function buttons. With integrated Hilti Pulse Power technology, users will see highly reliable readings (an accuracy of +/- 0.02 inch at 32.8 ft) even under bright light conditions. The operating range for the new PR 2-HS is 6 ft-2,000 ft diameter with the included laser receiver.

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Cerro Wire Introduces Line of Steel Pulling Grips

Cerro Wire LLC, a manufacturer of copper electrical building wire and cable, introduces a complete range of wire equipped with RectorSeal single-use steel pulling grips. Pulling grips eliminate waste, saving time and money, especially on larger commercial jobs. Rated for use on THHN and XHHN wire, these steel pulling grips reduce total set up time for a four-wire pull to less than five minutes. Eighteen sizes are available. Made with an extremely durable steel body, the pulling grips are far less likely to fail during an installation than a pulling grip made of aluminum. They also have a shorter body […]

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BOSTITCH Launches Power Tool Line

BOSTITCH has launched its new line of professional power tools — including corded and 18V cordless tools — specifically engineered for today’s contractors and the constant demands of the jobsite. This new line of professional power tools includes an 18V Cordless Drill/Driver, 18V Cordless Impact Driver, 1/2 inch Hammer Drill, 7-1/4 inch Circular Saw, Orbital Jigsaw, Reciprocating Saw, 4-1/2 inch Angle Grinder, and 3/8-inch Corded Drill. These new power tools feature durable motors, components and housings that can take a beating on the jobsite, while offering comfortable ergonomics and sought-after lightweight tools.

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RVRO Temp Housing keeps crews close in remote areas

RVROTempHousing.com delivers temporary housing to construction projects located in remote areas, or where there are limited hotel options. RVRO trailers sleep from two to four people and are fully self contained. They are equipped with two bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and washer/dryers. RVRO has 29′ models and 39′ models, which can be set up on the construction site. RVRO Temp Housing can reduce daily living expenses up to 50 percent compared to hotel and commuting costs. This keeps the crew closer to the jobsite, which reduces travel time, increases the available hours of production and reduces insurance liability. RVRO Temp Housing […]

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August Construction Rises 2%

NEW YORK N.Y. — At a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $490.2 billion, new construction starts in August advanced 2 percent relative to July, it was reported by McGraw Hill Construction, a division of McGraw Hill Financial. Residential building stayed on the upward track, and nonbuilding construction (public works and electric utilities) rebounded after its loss of momentum in July. At the same time, nonresidential building retreated from its improved July amount, continuing the up-and-down pattern that’s been present during 2013. For the first eight months of 2013, total construction starts on an unadjusted basis came in at $329.4 billion, […]

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