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KCM intros Tier 4 Final version of 80Z7 wheel loader
The Tier 4 Final version of the 80Z7 wheel loader has been released by KCM Corporation. Equipped with a 4.2 -cubic-yard general purpose bucket, the loader is powered by a 200-gross-horsepower Cummins QS86.7 engine. The machine has no diesel particulate filter (DPF), which eliminates the possibility of plugging or DPF-related servicing. Instead, the loader uses […]
January 24, 2017
Construction Equipment
Worm-drive Skilsaw Medusaw redesigned to cut concrete
Legions of carpenters have used the rugged and powerful Skilsaw worm drive saw for cutting wood. And many tradesmen took this same saw and with multiple aftermarket or homemade attachments forced it to do double duty as a concre te saw. Now the Skil people have taken that design and re-engineered it as a dedicated […]
January 24, 2017
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Construction Equipment
Kubota unveils KX033-4 compact excavator at World of Concrete
Kubota Tractor’s newest member of the company’s KX compact excavator series, the KX033-4, debuted at the 2017 World of Concrete. The 3-ton-class excavator now shares many of the standard features of Kubota’s larger class machines, including a larger cab, dash-controlled presets for auxiliary circuits and a standard hydraulic diverter valve. It is available at dealerships this month. […]
January 23, 2017
Construction Equipment
Hilti’s DD250 features four speeds and starting mode for concrete surface drilling
Engineered to drill holes with diameters from ½-inch to 18-inch in concrete, the new Hilti DD 250 Diamond coring tool features four gears for faster drilling speeds and better torque control. Unveiled at the World of Concrete last week, the DD 250 also offers a “starting mode” so that the bit will track accurately into […]
January 23, 2017
Gear
‘Cooling’ hard hat designed to reduce risk of heat stroke in construction workers
As workers toil in the fierce desert heat of Qatar as that country prepares to host a World Cup in 2022, organizers say they hope to reduce their risk of heat stroke with a new hard hat. According to a report from Reuters, scientists at Qatar University have developed a solar-powered ‘cooling’ hard hat. The […]
January 17, 2017
Gear
12th Day of Construction Gifts: A rugged smartphone case
If someone on your list works in construction or the trades, chances are their smartphone is at risk just about every day. Which makes a rugged case to protect their investment a no-brainer gift. We recently published our 2017 guide to the best smartphone cases for construction. If you want a comprehensive look at what’s available, […]
December 22, 2016
Gear
11th Day of Construction Gifts: Black Diamond Storm a bright and rugged headlamp
Somehow nothing every breaks down when it’s sunny and mild outside—only in the dark of night with a raging storm around you. And when you need light to find your way around those emergency repairs there’s no better way to get it that a hands-free headlamp. This Black Diamond Storm Headlamp was designed by the […]
December 21, 2016
Gear
10th Day of Construction Gifts: Mechanix work gloves made for moving dirt, plowing snow, everything between
If you work in construction and the trades and value a good pair of gloves, do yourself a favor and take a look at the Mechanix lineup. Calling it comprehensive would be a disservice. Though the brand might be more well known for its automotive gloves, the company actually offers three whole categories of gloves that […]
December 20, 2016
Gear
7th Day of Construction Gifts: Gargoyles Shakedown is a serious pair of safety glasses
For less than $10 you can get safety glasses that will make you look like the biggest dork on the jobsite, distort your vision and fall off your face every time you lean over. But, if you want a good pair of safety sunglasses, check out the Shakedown style from Gargoyle Eyewear. The Shakedown offers […]
December 15, 2016
Construction Equipment
6th Day of Construction Gifts: Dozer and Heavy Equipment Operator vintage belt buckles
If you’re looking for something unique to gift the trades pro in your life, Etsy has a collection of vintage old-school belt buckles. The bulldozer model from the Staghound Buckles store is made of solid brass and is marked 1983 Chicago. It measures 1-3/4” x 1-1/4”, fits up to a 1 1/4” strap and sells for […]
December 14, 2016
Gear
5th Day of Construction Gifts: Casio’s Mudmaster G-Shock a watch designed for dirty work
There aren’t too many gifts that can beat a nice watch and if you’re looking to gift the construction or trades professional in your life with a tough timepiece, look no further than Casio’s Mudmaster GG-1000-1A3 G-Shock. In my time testing this watch I got several compliments for its look. It’s a striking, masculine watch that can […]
December 13, 2016
Gear
4th Day of Construction Gifts: Qalo silicone wedding rings can save your finger
Last year, Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon suffered a hand injury that went viral and along the way made a lot more people aware of an injury called ring avulsion. In Fallon’s case, the accident that led to his horrifying injury was fairly simple: he tripped in his kitchen. As he fell he tried to catch […]
December 12, 2016
Gear
3rd Day of Construction Gifts: Cat Revolver steel-toe boots
After several weeks of wearing the Cat Revolver for a review posted here in September, this steel-toe, pull-on-style work boot has become the go-to boot for both myself and my son. The boots feature a spot-on fit, a short break-in period and a construction that gives this boot the feel of a lightweight tank, with nice, thick leather that […]
December 9, 2016
Gear
2nd Day of Construction Gifts: 3M Peltor WorkTunes are headphones that protect your ears
If you need hearing protection in the shop but find wearing ear muffs all the time to be a bit isolating, 3M’s Peltor Work Tunes Pro AM/FM Radio Headset offers full hearing protection and the ability to listen to your favorite radio station. With the addition of an auxiliary port you can even tune into […]
December 8, 2016
Gear
REVIEW: Casio’s Mudmaster GG-1000 a G-Shock watch designed to survive construction, trades work
In the few months I’ve spent with the Mudmaster GG-1000-1A3—one of Casio’s extremely rugged G-Shock watches aimed squarely at folks who work in the construction industry and trades—the thing that stands out most to me is the number of compliments I’ve received while wearing it. It’s my experience that guys don’t typically compliment other guys […]
November 7, 2016
Construction Equipment
Ridgid intros a compact Wobble-style LED work light that can’t be knocked over
Though it doesn’t appear to be available for purchase quite yet, word is already spreading about the unique design of Ridgid’s new LED work light, the $99 R8694820B. The design, which looks like a buoy, gives the light the same ability as Fisher Price’s Weebles toys. According to Stuart Deutsch, who has written up an excellent preview […]
October 31, 2016
Gear
Yellow hard hat likely to be phased out in UK in favor of color-coded system
The yellow hard hat, the iconic headwear of beloved cartoon character Bob the Builder, is on its way out in the United Kingdom. BuildUK, an construction consortium, is now shunning the traditional yellow hard hat in favor of a color-coded system that quickly lets observers know who’s in charge and who’s a newbie. Under the […]
October 14, 2016
Gear
REVIEW: Caterpillar Revolver steel-toe pull-on boots take abuse and wear well
For several weeks I tried a unique review process on a pair of Caterpillar Revolver steel-toe pull-on boots—I wore one pair while my 16-year-old son wore another. During this time I jokingly referred to the process as the foreman and crew member test, mainly because my son really wanted to put the boots through the ringer […]
September 9, 2016
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