Masonry Magazine June 2005 Page. 48
NEW EQUIPMENT ROUND-UP 2005
Bilco Brick
New Brick Design
Bilco Brick is pleased to announce a new brick design that is lighter in weight. Through dimensional changes to our brick, the bed depth has been reduced from 3 to 2-3/4", and an additional frog (indention) has been added to the loadbearing side of the brick. The brick face dimensions remain at 25/8" high by 95/8" long and still has a lay-up factor of 4.8 brick per square foot. These modifications have resulted in reducing the weight of our brick from approximately 5.8 lbs. to approximately 5.1 lbs. per brick. For more information, contact Gary Freels at Bilco Brick by calling (800) 487-3380, e-mailing gfreels@bilcobrick.com, or visiting www.BilcoBrick.com.
Thomas Equipment
T320 Skid Steer Loader
The new T320 offers more power than ever, with over 7,000 lbs. of breakout force powered by a rugged Kubota turbo-charged diesel producing over 87.4 hp. The T320 features a unique track design that utilizes large diameter front and rear open sprockets, providing a self-cleaning design. With its shift-on-the-go two-speed drive system, the T320 has a low-speed, high-torque work range plus a quick-up to 12.3 mph-travel range. All Thomas loaders come with a three-year, 3,000-hour full machine warranty plus an additional two-year, 2,000-hour drive train warranty. For more information, call (866) BE-TOUGH or visit www.thomasloaders.com.
Arnco
Quik Gel™
Arnco has introduced QuikGel, a self-sealing polyurethane liner that provides protection from punctures up to 5/16" in diameter and a lighter alternative to Amco's line of polyurethane flatproofing fill materials. QuikGel is ideal for skid steers, telehandlers and other applications where less weight is needed. The self-sealing polyurethane gel membrane provides constant protection against small punctures, is sufficiently lightweight to allow the tire and vehicle to perform as designed, is centrifugally cast balanced to ensure a smooth ride, and is retreadable for the best return on Investment. For additional information, call (800) 821-4147 or visit www.arnconet.com.
WISHSTONE Chisel &
Mallet, Inc.
Hand-carved Number
Blocks
WISHSTONE Chisel & Mallet is now offering individual, hand-carved number blocks that are ideal for all masonry applications. Cast stone number blocks are individually numbered 0-9 with dimensions of 10-1/4" x 7" x 3". Visit our web site at www.wishstone.net for additional decorative products, or contact Steve Drueke at (770) 530-1858 for availability and pricing.
Ingersoll-Rand Co.
AirSource
The new AirSource portable rotary-screw compressor, 160 cfm at 100 psi, runs off a high-performance 49-hp Ingersoll-Rand diesel engine that has an eight-hour runtime. The AirSource weighs only 1,850 pounds and allows for two-tool use, creating the best value in a 160 cfm compressor size. The AirSource comes in a compact size, with an overall width of 67 inches and overall height of 59 inches. The AirSource features a new modular design, aerodynamic canopy that is lockable, lightweight and made of composite material. The compact frame, two bars, composite fenders and rear bumpers offer superior corrosion resistance. For more information, call (877) IR-BRAND or visit www.irco.com.
Caterpillar™ Inc.
TH210 and TH215
Telehandlers
The Caterpillar TH210 and TH215 telehandlers offer versatile material handling capabilities in small packages. The TH210 has an operating weight of 12.450 pounds and a rated load capacity of 4,850 pounds. Maximum lift height is 17 feet. The larger TH215 weighs 12,668 pounds and carries a 5,500-pound load. Its maximum lift height is 18.1 feet. Forks equip both machines to handle palletized materials, and a selection of buckets enables the machines to handle bulk materials. Each machine is equipped with a manual quick coupler for fast tool changes. For more information, see your local Caterpillar dealer or visit www.cat.com.
Best Software -
Timberline Office
Realtime Learning
Realtime Learning is a new training service that offers live, instructor-led web-based sessions on the use of Best Software's Timberline Office. Taking the classroom to the web, Realtime Learning combines the strengths of two popular formats: the depth of instruction and live interaction in traditional classroom training, and the convenience of learning online from any location via computer, phone and high-speed Internet access. Participants can view and listen to scheduled live sessions, ask the instructor questions, and interact with other participants. Best Software's Timberline Office is an integrated suite of financial and operations software for professionals in construction and real estate. For more information call (800) 628-6583 or visit www.timberlineoffice.com.
Dexter + Chaney
Forefront Construction
Management Software
Dexter Chaney announces the release of Forefront Construction Management Software Version 12, offering an SQL database structure, the ability to track meeting minutes and new capabilities in its Document Imaging software. The new Tasks feature integrates Forefront and Microsoft Outlook by offering a simple solution for creating roadmaps to execute step-by-step processes, linking each step to its corresponding Forefront screen. The meeting minutes enhancement allows users to easily track meeting attendees, task assignments, proposed changes and other items resulting from regularly scheduled job meetings. For more information, call (800) 875-1400 or (206) 364-1400; fax (206) 367-9613; e-mail info@dexterchaney.com; or visit www.dexterchaney.com.