Self-Retracting Lifelines Offer Major Advancement in Fall Protection

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The new, leading V-EDGE self-retracting lifelines series by MSA simplifies SRL selection for workers as they are designed specifically for overhead and foot-level tie off – and where leading edge hazards are a concern. Using state-of-the-art materials and technology for enhanced user comfort and productivity, the V-EDGE SRLs are available in an 8-foot/2.4-meter galvanized cable unit and, also, their first-ever web unit for leading edge. MSA’s patent-pending FibreShield web technology provides a lighter-weight solution for leading-edge applications. For longer lengths, the V-EDGE is also available in a 20-foot/6-meter SRL. Certified to ANSI Z359.14 -2014 Leading Edge requirements, the V-EDGE series … Read more

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DuPont Safety & Construction Unveils FlexWrap EZ Adhesive Tape to U.S. Market

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DuPont  Safety & Construction introduces DuPont FlexWrap EZ to its full line of 100 percent butyl-backed DuPont Flashing Systems that help to create an air- and water-tight protective envelope. DuPont FlexWrap EZ is a flexible and versatile self-adhered flashing tape designed to seal around small exterior penetrations of all different shapes and sizes. It is ideal for flashing around the many smaller electrical, HVAC and plumbing penetrations as a fast and easy solution to help improve energy efficiency and the durability of a wall system. Uniquely designed in a 2¾-inches-wide by 15-feet-length roll, FlexWrap EZ can be applied to maneuver … Read more

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Bon’s Case Easily Carries Bull Float, Handles to Jobsite

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Bon’s new Bull Float Carrying Case holds one 8-inch bull float or channel float with a bracket attached and four handles. The case is constructed from heavy-duty PVC, which is molded to keep each item secured, protected and organized for storing and transporting. It is made with secure locking latches, and built-in feet keep the case upright on level surfaces. The open design of the front of the case allows the bracket to remain attached to the float when stored in the case.

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Hydraulic Mobile Shears Feature Industry-Leading Power-to-Weight Ratio, Cycle Times

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Kinshofer introduces the DXS Series of hydraulic mobile excavator shears. The line features jaw-opening sizes, cycle times and hydraulic efficiency. The attachment series, which debuts with the DXS-50 model, is ideal for scrap processing, tire recycling and demolition. Kinshofer’s DemaPower cylinder technology gives the DXS-50 the same power as shears two sizes larger. The cylinder uses four chambers instead of the two found in other shears, resulting in 20 percent more surface area within the cylinder. That allows the DXS Series to exert up to 25 percent more power from a smaller attachment, resulting in the best power-to-weight ratio in … Read more

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New John Deere L-Series Compact Wheel Loaders Tackle Toughest Jobsite Tasks

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The new John Deere 204L and 304L compact wheel loaders deliver higher productivity, increased uptime and lower daily operating costs. An evolution of the 204K and 304K models, the L-series models are built for tasks that require peak productivity in small spaces and over rough terrain. The 62 horsepower (46 kW) 204L and 67 horsepower (50 kW) 304L models are equipped with Final Tier 4 Yanmar engines and fuel-efficient hydrostatic transmissions to keep noise to a minimum while still providing the productivity needed on the job. An optional ride control is now available, which reduces material spillage and makes for … Read more

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