PORTER-CABLE released its first line of 20V MAX Lithium Ion cordless finish tools, which include an 18 GA Brad Nailer and an 18 GA Narrow Crown Stapler. Each of the 20V MAX Nailer and Stapler eliminates the need for big noisy compressors, hoses or costly fuel cartridges. The tools operate on any PORTER-CABLE 20V MAX Lithium Ion battery. The motor design provides the consistent power needed to complete finishing applications, from baseboards and crown molding to cabinet and furniture assembly.

The new addition to Gehl’s compact excavator line, the Z55, provides excellent performance while lowering fuel consumption and operating costs. The Z55 is equipped with a 47.6 hp Yanmar Tier IV-certified, turbocharged diesel engine, which features an electronic throttle for precise control. The operator’s station has many features to enhance productivity and controllability. The controls include a proportional auxiliary hydraulic rocker switch, which enhances attachment options. This allows the operator to adjust the hydraulic flow for optimal attachment performance. The operator can easily select standard ISO or an optional backhoe control pattern with a turn of a mechanical lever. A … Read more

By Courtney DeMilio In 2014, more than $7.7 million worth of construction equipment was stolen and recovered. Theft can have a significant impact on the livelihood of construction professionals and can result in more than $13.1 million in costs for the owners if that equipment is never recovered.   Unfortunately, many equipment owners may be unaware of the high risk of theft associated with owning and operating construction equipment. The location of a jobsite can greatly impact the likelihood of theft and, unlike traditional auto theft, construction theft is not confined to city streets and urban areas. The top three … Read more

Buyers Products has introduced a new line of heavy-duty underbody aluminum tool boxes. The XD Series boxes are two-door barn style boxes constructed of 1/8-inch thick aluminum with an extruded aluminum front frame for durability. The extrusion is designed with a rain gutter to help channel water away from the interior of the box. The automotive bulb seal gasket seals provide superior weather resistance. Heavy-duty bolt-on stainless steel hinges with ¼-inch pins provide long-lasting service. Lock everything up with a die-cast 3-point latch system with a built-in compression roller for smooth activation.

Hitachi Construction Machinery—Americas has introduced the newest additions to its Dash-6 lineup — the ZX670LC-6 and the ZX870LC-6. The two new excavators are powered by EPA Final Tier 4 (FT4)/EU Stage IV Isuzu engines that feature the latest engine technologies and do not require a diesel particulate filter. FT4 technology employs cooled exhaust gas recirculation, a diesel oxidation catalyst and selective catalytic reduction. Maintenance has been simplified with features such as a battery disconnect switch, spin-on fuel filters and two additional water separators to maintain long fuel filter life. Engine and hydraulic oil sample ports allow for quick and convenient, … Read more