Tag: concrete tools

Construction Equipment

Cut it, scrape it, tie it and clean it; Makita has a tool for almost everything concrete related

During the recent World of Concrete show, Makita had a wide variety of battery powered tools on hand at its booth. Here’s what caught our eye. For comfortable, cord-free demolition, the new Makita 18 volt Power scraper (XKH01) accepts SDS-plus bits and features Makita anti-vibration technology. The vibration absorbing housing moves independently of the hammer system […]

March 10, 2020

Construction Equipment

25-lb. Vacuworx PHD vacuum lifter has 2,500 lbs. of lifting power

Vacuworx has introduced the PHD, a new vacuum lifting system introduced at World of Concrete 2020 that packs quite a bit of lifting power into a very portable package. Watch the video above or read on for all the details. Weighing in at just 25 pounds, the PHD has an extremely small footprint. Despite its […]

February 11, 2020

Construction Equipment

Gehl launches the RT255, its largest radial-lift track loader

As the newest addition to Gehl's Pilot Series, the RT255 features the industry’s first seat-mounted hydraulic pilot control joystick. More on Equipment World.

April 25, 2019

Construction Equipment

DeWalt intros new Flexvolt 60V cordless combination hammer, dust collection backpack at World of Concrete

DeWalt introduced its Flexvolt 60V Combination Hammer and its Universal Dust Extractor at World of Concrete. Learn more about the new tools on Equipment World.

January 31, 2019

Construction Equipment

DeWalt 60-volt, battery-powered cutoff saw makes quick work of demanding masonry applications

Nobody needs complications when cutting masonry, and DeWalt’s new 9-inch, 60-volt Max Cut-Off saw uses a hefty 60-volt battery instead of electrical cords or a gasoline engine for cutting into masonry, concrete and rebar. The cordless saw cuts to a depth of 3-1/4 inches for single pass efficiency in many applications. Like an angle grinder, […]

May 9, 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

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

Construction Equipment

Bosch CV300 concrete vibrator hits 20,000 vibrations per minute

The Bosch CV300 Concrete Vibrator reaches roughly 5,000 vibrations per minute (VPM) more than competitive tools, allowing for smooth and efficient operation at 20,000 VPM. The CV300 was on display at World of Concrete in Las Vegas. Designed for large-scale pouring such as deep vertical walls, the CV300’s high-performance motor can withstand load over long periods, with […]

February 5, 2015

Construction Equipment

Bosch shows off a battery heated jacket that charges your cell phone as well as new RH540 rotary hammer and new vacuums at World of Concrete

Who couldn’t use a jacket that heats you up and charges your phone? Bosch now offers a battery heated jacket, the PSJ120 12 V Max Heated Jacket, with three quick-warming core heat zones, two in the chest and one in the back. The heat starts in minutes and can keep you toasty up to six […]

January 22, 2014