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March 19, 2009
Keep an Eye on Your EquipmentIn desperate times come desperate measures. Equipment theft is not a new issue, rather one gaining even more momentum as the construction industry hiccups. The ongoing issue of construction equipment theft is a problem that causes companies up to $1 billion per year in lost assets. According to a recent study that analyzed LoJack stolen vehicle recovery reports for 2008, construction theft continued at a steady pace with organized crime driving theft and loaders being the No. 1 theft target. For the calendar year of 2008, LoJack recovered more than $15.5 million in stolen construction equipment, and more than $100 million since entering the construction market in 2000. The 2008 study revealed the ongoing role organized crime plays in the problem of construction equipment theft, with law enforcement discovering nine theft rings, and chop shops through tracking and recovering stolen equipment. The study also revealed that newer equipment on the jobsite is the most common theft target because of higher resale value. The types of equipment most frequently stolen are (in order): 1. Backhoe Loaders/Skip Loaders/Wheel Loaders/Track Loaders The investment you make in your equipment is critical to the success of your business. Equipment theft may not be entirely preventable, but it can be deterred. Tim Gregorski IMPORTANT NOTICE Want to make sure that you keep receiving this e-mail newsletter. Be sure to add us to your e-mail address book! |
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Pervious concrete is one of the most marketed concrete products in the industry today
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Built to PCI quality assurance standards, these precast stairs feature 7000-psi concrete with a corrosion inhibitor and double-layer rebar. With in-house design, drafting, and formwork services available, custom stair designs, colors, and textures are possible to meet any project’s specifications. A 2-in. traction strip impression on each tread, or embedded metal nosing, is available. The product can be delivered directly to the jobsite and the stairs erected into place at the rate of one level/hour, with immediate access during construction. Castcon Stone Inc. 724-352-2200. www.castconstone.com Led Indicators
The 16-lb. EHB 7M features 9-ft/.lbs./blow, “quick check” LED indicators that offer a fast and easy power supply check and provide information on service needs, and a switch that allows the operator to reduce
the power by 40% for certain applications, such as drilling in tiled walls. An exclusive smooth front handle on the demolition tool reduces hand/arm vibration, lowers operator fatigue, and improves productivity. Wacker Neuson. 800-770-0957.
www.wackerneuson.com Testing Flooring Products
Consolideck protects concrete floors against a wide range of common industrial and household chemicals, fuels, oil, and solvents. The line includes lithium-silicate hardener-densifiers, water-based color stains, protective treatments, and prep, maintenance, and specialty cleaners for finished concrete flooring. ASTM testing matched the company’s LS hardener-densifier against a host of acids, alcohols, solvents, and more. LS-treated concrete samples were tested alone and in combination with SLX100 Water & Oil Repellent. Visit the Web site for test results. PROSOCO Inc. 800-255-4255. www.prosoco.com No “Walking”
Model D25980K is equipped with metal, automotive-style seals on the ram and piston that help prevent dust and debris from entering the unit. The soft-start mechanism allows the breaker to begin working as soon as the tool comes into contact with concrete, preventing the unit from “walking.” The hammer mechanism gives the unit 61 ft./lbs. of impact energy, which is 42% higher than its leading competitor. The product has a patent-pending active vibration control system. DeWalt. 800-433-9258. www.dewalt.com Flexible, Cementitious
Spray- or trowel-applied Mapelastic waterproofs and protects bridges, dams, balconies, terraces, and pools to prevent costly repair and rehabilitation of concrete structures. This two-component material bonds well to all concrete, masonry, ceramic, and marble surfaces, and forms a flexible cementitious membrane that guards against aggressive atmospheric elements, including seawater, salts, and sulfates. The dried mortar is waterproof up to 50 ft. of hydrostatic head. Mapei Corp. 800-426-2734. www.mapei.com Equipment Haulers
Tag trailers are manufactured in 10, 12, 20, and 25 tons to accommodate hauling backhoes, excavators, skidsteers, and other small construction equipment. The trailers are equipped with air brakes; adjustable pintle hitch, spring assist ramps, heavy-duty drop leg, headboard, and recessed lights. A variety of other lengths and options are available. Jet Co. 800-332-3117. www.jetcompany.com Diesel Engines
These diesel air- and liquid-cooled engines feature single- and multi-cylinder models 50-kW and under, and are compliant to the latest EPA and CARB emission requirements. Seven air-cooled models from 6.7 hp to 34.9 hp and six liquid-cooled models from 16.8 hp to 64.4 hp are among this new line of diesel engines. They offer advanced fuel efficiency, low sound levels, and a variety of air intake and oil-filtration system options. Kohler Co. 800-544-2444. www.kohlerengines.com Safety Platform
The Slump Master III inspection platform is an innovative way to safely and easily check a concrete’s slump, add fiber, and wash trucks. Built for harsh environments, the product is designed for durability while following OSHA guidelines. Features include a hands-free pivoting walkway, fiberglass decking and stairs, slip-resistant walkways, and light weight. C&W Manufacturing & Sales Co. 800-880-3878. www.cwmfg.com Photo-Engraved Formliners
Almost any image in a standard graphic format can be turned into one, or a series, of formliners for cast-in-place or precast concrete. The photo-engraving process uses a computer-based method and special CNC milling machine for transferring scanned image data into 256 gray scales and transferring the image to the elastic formliner. The resulting surface pattern can vary from fine to coarse, depending on the resolution of the image. Nawkaw Corp./Reckli. 800-905-2692. www.nawkaw.com Acidless Concrete Color
Saf-T-Stain looks and produces results exactly like an acid stain, but contains no acids. It is not a dye or a concrete stain, but reacts identically to hydrochloric acid-based stains. The product will not hurt users or the environment. Concrete Coatings Inc. 800-443-2871. www.concretecoatingsinc.com Epoxy For Vacuum Infusion
VIR 100 is for contractors or individuals involved with vacuum infusion that requires an epoxy with unique properties. The resin has a long working time and is designed for vacuum infusion, but works in other applications that need a low-viscosity, slow curing, solvent-free epoxy. Volume mix is 2 to 1. The epoxy is available by special order and sold in 48-oz test units and production quantities of at least 15 gal. Progressive Epoxy Polymer Products. 603-435-7199. www.epoxyproducts.com
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