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Dealers

CCI: More contractors plan to buy equipment as confidence continues

The commercial construction industry has continued its optimism from 2017 into 2018, with increases in new business prospects, rising revenue forecasts and steady backlogs, according to the Commercial Construction Index. And for the third consecutive quarter, a higher percentage of contractors report that they expect to spend more on tools and equipment in the next […]

March 8, 2018

Construction Equipment

Articulating Lumax oil filter wrenches get a grip in confined spaces

Just getting to an oil filter in the first place can be an ordeal. Then trying to twist it loose at an odd angle and inside some cramped engine underbelly can frustrate even the most patient mechanic. Lumax swivel handle oil filter wrenches are designed for ergonomic comfort with cushion grip handles and a slim […]

February 15, 2018

Dealers

Equipment Roundup: Doosan intros gap-filling DL280-5 loader; Dynapac updated CC950 roller; Kenworth fuel cell T680 test drive; Toyota unveils 2019 TRD Pro trucks; Bobcat updates E85 excavator with more power, redesigned cab

Dynapac intros updated small tandem Asphalt Roller CC950 Dynapac is introducing an updated version of its small tandem Asphalt Roller CC950. It’s primarily for small-scale compaction work such as pavements, bicycle paths, small roads, parking areas and other places that need compaction but are difficult to reach with a larger roller. The CC950 comes with […]

February 14, 2018

Construction Equipment

Run tiltrotator, other excavator attachments at same time with Rototilt controller

Rototilt’s new High Flow Controller enables an excavator operator to use a tiltrotator and other tools simultaneously with one hydraulic circuit. “Previously, this was only possible if the base machine was equipped with several hydraulic circuits,” the company says. The controller distributes oil between the tools and the tiltrotator, with all tiltrotator functions running at […]

February 13, 2018

Dealers

iQ Power Tools names Jim Mackall VP of sales

iQ Power Tools – manufacturer of premium power tools with integrated dust collection technology –  has appointed Jim Mackall to the firm’s newly created position of sales vice president. Mackall will lead the nationwide sales team, as well as develop existing market and new business. iQ Power Tools President Joel Guth says Macula will be […]

January 12, 2018

Dealers

Atlas Copco to divest concrete, compaction business to Husqvarna

Sweden-based Atlas Copco will divest its concrete and compaction business to Husqvarna Group’s construction division. About 200 employees will join Husqvarna Group, which is a Swedish manufacturer of outdoor power products for consumers, as well as cutting equipment and diamond tools for the construction and stone industries. The planned divestment will allow Atlas Copco’s Power […]

January 1, 2018

Gear

9th Day of Construction Gifts: DeWalt’s 35-ft. tape measure and compact laser range finder a great combo

Half of all construction is measuring things. So why not get the construction worker in your life an additional tool, or two, for the task. They’re perfect stocking stuffers, and it is literally impossible to have too many tape measures. DeWalt has come out with two innovations in this regard. The 35-foot tape measure has […]

December 19, 2017

Home

Nickell Rental opens fourth store in LaGrange, Ga.

Nickell Rental has opened a fourth location – this one in LaGrange, Georgia, to serve western Georgia and eastern Alabama with general tool and equipment needs. Though the store serves customers of all sizes, “we do try to serve the niche market of the smaller to mid-size contractors, homeowners and do-it-yourselfers,” says John Nuzio, […]

November 16, 2017

Construction Equipment

Atlas Copco appoints new VPs, strategic manager

Atlas Copco has announced five new staff positions, including four vice presidents and a strategic development manager. Rob Johnston will serve as vice president/business line manager for the air and tools business line. He has been with the company since 2011, most recently as business line manager for the Portable Energy Division. Jim O’Brien has […]

November 2, 2017

Construction Equipment

Chicago Pneumatic speeds removal with CP3330, CP3340 grinders

Chicago Pneumatic’s new CP3330 and CP3340 vertical grinders can remove material twice as fast as similar tools on the market, the company says. The CP3330 comes with a 3.7-horsepower motor, while the CP3340’s motor packs 4.5 horsepower. The company also added safety features, including automatic shut-off to prevent the abrasive from over-speeding and causing accidents; […]

November 1, 2017

Safety

Honeywell unveils Uvex Avatar, new adjustable safety glasses offering a custom fit

Safety glasses are typically one-size fits all. And if they don’t fit you, too bad. The new Uvex Avatar safety glasses from Honeywell solve this problem with eight points of adjustability. The sport-styled glasses have soft temple tip pads for better comfort underneath hard hats. You can also adjust the angle of the glasses 15 […]

October 23, 2017

Construction Equipment

Hilti unveils high-efficiency TE 30-A36, TE 6-A36 cordless drills

Hilti has unveiled two new 36-volt cordless hammers. The TE 30-A36 combihammer and TE 6-A36 cordless rotary hammer feature intelligent power management systems and brushless motors for efficiency and long life. Using an electro-pneumatic hammering mechanism, the TE 30-A36 was designed from the ground up for speed in chipping and drilling concrete. The juice comes […]

October 16, 2017