Since MAX Co Ltd. invented the first battery-powered rebar-tying tool in 1993, rebar-tying tool technology has improved in many ways over the past two decades. The battery platform has changed from Ni-Cad to Lithium-Ion, enabling the latest model tool — the TwinTiers — to form 4,000 ties per charge. Since its launch in 2007, the RB655 has been the tool with the largest rebar-tying capacity, tying up to #8 on #9 rebar combinations. However, in 2019 MAX introduced the RB611T TwinTier, which can tie from #5 on #5 to #9 on #10 rebar, making it the battery-powered rebar-tying tool capable … Read more
Pure Safety Group Unveils Checkmate Xplorer Harness
Pure Safety Group has introduced the new Checkmate Xplorer industrial full-body harness for fall protection to the U.S. market. The harness, designed to be more comfortable than conventional harnesses during periods of suspension and frequent loading, features visual alert stitching, an intuitive way for the user to understand the correct way to wear the harness. Its limited slip dorsal D-ring has a precise amount of vertical adjustment built in and is designed to keep the D-ring in place after multiple loadings. Its large front ring allows for multiple attachments, and uses a lightweight aluminum quick-connect buckle to ensure a safe … Read more
DEWALT Debuts New Charging Solutions
DEWALT unveils the 12 Amp Fast Charger (DCB1112) and 6 Amp Charger (DCB1106) for efficient charging. The 12 Amp Fast Charger has the highest charge rate supporting the DEWALT 20V MAX and FLEXVOLT lithium ion battery systems, charging a DEWALT FLEXVOLT Battery (DCB609) to 80% capacity in under 45 minutes. The 12 Amp Fast Charger comes with Stage 1 and Stage 2 LED indicators, communicating more to the user about the state of charge of their batteries than DEWALT chargers without these indicators. Additionally, the 12 Amp Fast Charger features fan-assisted cooling, through-hole mounts, a latch for transporting the charger … Read more
Blastcrete Equipment Tier 4 Final Products Meet Emission Standards
Blastcrete Equipment LLC has completed the transition to Tier 4 Final-compliant products for the full line of Blastcrete Equipment. This includes the RS180 Mixer-Pump and MX-10 Mixer-Pump. Recently finalized upgrades for Tier 4 Final compliant products feature the same user-friendly, low-maintenance design, but allow contractors to stay ahead of changing emission standards. The Tier 4 Final RS180 Mixer-Pump is an economical option for gypsum flooring underlayment, grouting, cellular concrete and some wet shotcrete applications. Powered by a reliable 55 horsepower Yanmar water-cooled diesel engine, the pump offers variable speed from 0-18 cubic yards per hour with long-distance and high-volume pumping … Read more
EarthCam Software Updates Feature Continuous Video Recording for Better Jobsite Security
EarthCam released an update to its Control Center 8 Software-as-a-Service suite that supports advanced jobsite security. The latest version, 8.6, features EarthCam’s Edge Video Recorder, a powerful security solution that goes beyond event-based recording. It offers HD continuous video recording with up to 120 days of retention and secure 256 bit AES encryption. An intuitive, visual timeline interface makes access to recorded video fast and simple on a smartphone, tablet or computer from any location. Footage can be reviewed quickly and incidents are easily shareable with security response personnel. Additional benefits include the implementation of low-latency, full-duplex WebSockets for Pan-Tilt-Zoom … Read more