New Products

NITON ANTI-VIBRATION ADAPTER

Niton Corp. has introduced an anti-vibration accessory for its XL-800 series hand-held alloy analyzer. The new accessory “eliminates the frustrating effects of high-frequency vibration when testing in-service components,” says the manufacturer. The accessory is ideal for companies that may need to analyze the chemistry of in-service machinery, equipment and components.

THOMAS T153 S SKID STEER

The T153 S is the new skid steer loader in the 1,500 class from Thomas Equipment. The new model has the ability to fit into tight areas, with a 73.5-inch operating height and a 60-inch working width. The front end offers 4,150 pounds of breakout force, and the loader is powered by a 52-horsepower Kubota V2203E engine. The operating weight of the T153 S is 5,520 pounds.

R & B SLOPE DEGREE INDICATORS

Four new models of slope degree indicators are available from R&B Manufacturing Inc. The indicators, priced from $33 to $45, are designed for use on light and heavy construction equipment and feature either displays by degree of grade or on a one-to-five grade scale. The instruments are designed to help reduce roll-overs of equipment as well as to assist in grade determination at a job site.

EXPON-HOLZMAG SHREDDERS

The Murray-Latta Group of Canada is now manufacturing Expon-Holzmag size reduction machines for the North American market. The single-shaft shredders will be available in sizes ranging from 30 horsepower to 400 horsepower. Expon-Holzmag offers a patented cutting technique designed specifically for the plastics industry. Carbon fibers, fiberglass and textiles are among the materials for which the machines are tailored.

HALTEC TIRE GAUGE

The PT Valve Tire Pressure Monitoring System from Haltec Corp. offers an easy-to-read dial gauge for heavy equipment air pressure testing. The all-anodized aluminum gauge stays attached to the valve while allowing the tire to be inflated and deflated. The PT valve and gauge is designed to let operators know if a heavy equipment tire is running below its ideal air pressure setting sooner, rather than waiting until it is visually noted, which can be too late to prevent permanent damage.

RAD-COMM GRAPPLE RADIATION DETECTOR

Rad-Comm Systems has introduced its wireless grapple/magnet radiation detection system. The large-volume detector installs directly into a grapple tine base frame. The wireless transmitter is designed to endure in rugged applications, and should not interfere with lifting and loading production. Rad-Comm claims the device can provide 25 times more detection capability than boom-mounted systems.

LANDERS GRAPPLES

Landers Maschienfabrik, a German grapple manufacturer represented in North America by Eurotech Corp., has introduced several specialty grapples designed for refuse plants and mixed waste processing facilities (MWPFs). The electro-hydraulic cactus grabs (an orange peel configuration) are designed for continuous use and “high operating efficiency,” according to Landers.

SCREEN MACHINE SCALPER

Ohio Central Steel Co. has introduced the Screen Machine Scalper, a dual screen processing plant. The machine features twin seven-inch long integrated vibratory double deck screens with independent screen drivers. The Scalper has a 60-inch wide folding fines belt with an adjustable conveyer discharge height up to 15 feet. The product uses 6-inch diameter CEMAD idlers with ¼-inch walls and a dual motor drive. The Scalper uses grade 80 wear plate metal and is powered by an 80-horsepower John Deere Diesel eng

PRAB BRIQUETTING BROCHUREine.

A brochure detailing Prab Inc.’s new metal chip briquetting system has been published. The brochure is free for companies that generate metal chips and turnings from aluminum, steel, stainless steel, brass and cast iron. The Prab PaceSetter Briquetting System compresses chips under 40,000 pounds of pressure and extracts about 95% of the cutting fluids from the chips for reuse. The product features a traversing die assembly, which doubles the service life of individual dies and helps increase throughput. The Prab PaceSetter can compress up to 2,000 pounds of steel chips per hour, or 750 pounds of aluminum per hour. The finished briquettes are almost 70% solid metal, creating a product that can generally command a higher profit margin compared to loose chips.

MITSUBISHI CUSHION TIRE FORKLIFTS

Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has introduced a new line of cushion tire forklifts ranging in size from 7,000 to 15,500 pounds. The forklifts feature a more spacious operator compartment, large open steps and a grab bar for easy on and off access. A contoured seat and other cab improvements offer improved driver comfort and ergonomics. Other improvements including a tilt steering column, a small diameter steering wheel and vacuum boosted breaks. A GM 4.3 L V6 engine with 92.5 horsepower and 220-pound per foot of torque powers the new models. Also, the 7,000 to 12,000-pound capacity models are equipped with a single-speed transmission while the 13,500 to 15,500-pound capacity models come with a two-speed automatic transmission.

KAESER AIR TOOLS

A new brochure from Kaeser Compressors Inc. introduces Mobil-airTools, tools designed for construction and related industries. The valves, pistons and other moving parts are made from shock resistant tool steels and are heat treated for toughness and durability. MobilairTools, which include pavement breakers, rock drills, rivet busters and chipping hammers, are designed to reduce harmful vibration to the operator’s arms and hands.