‘Point-and-Measure’ Moisture Meters Speed Construction, Improve Quality

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A new category of portable, handheld, instant moisture measurement devices are available for construction workers that can be used on a wide range of materials with no special training. Kett’s “point-and-measure” units can be used at the jobsite wherever moisture is a problem or a specified moisture content needs to be known to proceed with work, whether that involves sand, aggregate, concrete mixes, adhesives, wood frame construction, drywall or other materials. The new devices utilize near-infrared light, a highly accurate, non-contact secondary measurement method that can deliver immediate, laboratory quality moisture readings, and operate on camcorder batteries (or 110VAC) to … Read more

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Wet/Dry Vac Line Adds New Air Mover for Quick Drying of Large Areas

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Quickly dry any space or surface with the new RIDGID Air Mover, the latest innovation in the RIDGID wet/dry vac line designed for fast cleanup and jobsite convenience. The air mover is made for high-volume air movement, making it ideal for industrial and commercial settings. Featuring an integrated three-speed, heavy-duty induction motor providing 1,625 cfm and adjustable angle for efficient drying, the air mover has a 25-foot power cord for extended reach. Dual-electrical outlets allow users to safely connect or daisy chain multiple air movers together for additional air circulation or utilize the air mover electrical outlets to power additional … Read more

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General Equipment Company Introduces Portable HEPA Air Filter

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The AF501 portable HEPA air filter is General Equipment Company’s latest addition to its AIR-SCRUB-R line. This compact, efficient unit delivers air scrubbing/negative pressure air movement capabilities, as well as outstanding air filtration in a wide range of industrial and construction-related job applications in nonhazardous locations. Featuring a two-stage design, the AF501 includes a 30% pre-filter and a 99.97 % efficient HEPA secondary filter, capable of capturing allergens and other particles as small as 0.3 microns. The pre-filter can be replaced with an optional activated carbon filter to help absorb a variety of VOCs, smoke and other noxious odors and … Read more

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John Deere Unveils TC-Series Trenchers as Latest Additions to Attachments Lineup

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Designed to fit the needs of construction, agricultural and landscaping professionals, John Deere debuted two new trencher models, the TC36 and TC48, to its family of attachments. The newly introduced trenchers are ideal economic models for lighter-duty tasks and equipment rental. These attachment models are compatible on John Deere skid steers and compact track loader models, as well as most competitive models. The trenchers are designed for lower duty-cycle customers in agricultural and light construction applications with several configurations to match most soil conditions or trench requirements. To ensure enhanced productivity, the TC36 and TC48 trenchers come equipped with a … Read more

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Garland Launches Defense Force Product Line Amid Global Health Crisis

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As much of the country begins to ease restrictions and businesses start to reopen, The Garland Company, Inc. is ready with its innovative Defense Force line of high-performance products designed to either clean, disinfect and/or protect commercial facilities. The flagship Defense Force product is D7, a safe and effective EPA-registered antimicrobial disinfectant that kills bacteria, fungi, germs and viruses in minutes and has demonstrated effectiveness against viruses similar to COVID-19. It can be applied to hard, non-porous interior and exterior surfaces. D7 is easily mixed and applied with standard sprayers. The Defense Force product line also includes Clear-Shield, a patented, … Read more

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