DEWALT 20V MAX* – Impact Drivers

DEWALT announces a new 20 Volt MAX* Lithium Ion line of power tools featuring the ergonomics, performance, and innovative features pros need to be as productive as possible on the jobsite.

January 27, 2012  Tags: , , , , , , ,   Posted in: General  7 Comments

Antique Black And Decker Heavy Duty Electric Drill

I bought this at a yard sale almost 10 years ago. Probably one of the most unique unusual power tools i own. Enjoy!

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SoLayTec ultrafast ALD for AlOx

SoLayTec SoLayTec is a spin-off company from the Dutch research organisation TNO and established in 2010. The company develops, delivers and services machines for atomic layer deposition (ALD) on solar cells worldwide. The SoLayTec ALD machines are intended for industrial production in the solar market. SoLayTec high volume production equipment will be exclusively sold by RENA GmbH on the market. RENA GmbH is a leading equipment manufacturer in the field of wet chemical processing for the PV industry. Benefits of Al2O3 and ultrafast ALD The next generation of industrial silicon solar cells aims at efficiencies of 20% and above. To achieve this goal using ever-thinner silicon wafers, a highly effective surface passivation of the cell (front and rear) is required. Al2O3 is well known in the PV community for its excellent surface passivation properties. Using ALD, Al2O3 will be deposited layer by layer, resulting in a very dense and uniform layer. Most research institutes and solar cell manufacturers of c-Si solar cells are still in a phase of optimising the process recipe for Al2O3. As the research and development requires low volumes, the PDT (100 wph) is viewed as the best option for this job. When the processes have been optimised, ramping up to high volume will be possible installing the high volume tool from SoLayTec, ready for 3600 wph. SoLayTecs ultrafast spatial ALD principle is significantly faster than traditional ALD, making it suitable for industrial <b>…<b>

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Bell B50D Dumper – RC Construction Equipment

The model of a 50-ton dump truck in 1:14 scale is the first truck that is produced from Fumotec. As in the original model can arise from either a B50 or a Bell AH 500. Technical data: length: 800 mm width: 275 mm height: 300 mm side sill height: 40 mm Hollow inside dimensions approximately: 265×400 mm weight: 17-19 lbs Test depending on equipment and battery Operating Pressure: 10-15 bar (freely selectable. Test pressure 30 bar) at 14 bar can be tilted about 20 kg!

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Used Heavy equipment – Construction machinery

jtradingcorporation.blogspot.com J. Trading Corporation offers you used construction machinery at very low price through USA and Japanese auctions. Buyers have a wide selection from popular makers that are specialists like Komatsu, Caterpillar, Hitachi, Kobelco, Sumitomo. Thousands of used heavy equipments like Small or medium sized excavators, forklifts, mining excavators, dump trucks, wheeled loaders, crawler cranes, specialized Construction, Agricultural Tool, equipments and attachments, and many more are exported from USA and Japan. These machineries are in very good condition! Our company can buy in your behalf at most of famous auction in USA and Japan and delivery direct to your country at very low rates. Easy steps for buying used heavy equipment from J. Trading 1) Let us know your needs by email, fax or phone: Maker, Model condition and your budget 2) We will offer you pictures and condition of your machinery before the auction day 3) You let us know your budget price and send us your payment 4) We bid in your behalf and it is successful we ship direct to your destination port For more information about our service please email us at sales@jtrading.net or access www.jtrading.net

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New Holland introduces new construction equipment range

Capital equipment group New Holland Construction has launched a new range of products to the South African market. The company has introduced the redesigned and reengineered range of its 200 series loading machines, including the Skid Steer L218 model and the L215 model.

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Caterpillar Tractors & Combines Sold on Plainview, MN Farm Auction 12/28/11

Machinery Pete covers a farm auction in Plainview, Minnesota on December 28, 2011 featuring late-model Caterpillar tractors & combines. Sale by Steffess Auctioneers

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TV Episode Cool Tools Features Makita Power Tools

DIY Networks TV show "Cool Tools" visits the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series with Rockstar Makita, the LeDucs, Brian Deegan and Makitas cool tools!

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Buying Guide To Scissor Lift Equipment

People who are in the manufacturing or industrial works are required to have at least one scissor lift equipment because multi-tasking is needed. Here, there are multiple workers who need to be on the same platform, if there were no scissor lift equipment, there will be lesser efficiency in the workplace.

The most common function of scissor lift equipment is to carry or lift loads—objects and persons—to a desired height. Aside from that, scissor lift equipment are used to help operators reach areas that can be inaccessible to ordinary tools; to increase levels of production by reducing fatigue in operators; and eliminating repetitive strain injury caused by too much bending and repeated stretching.

When choosing scissor lift equipment…

Experts say that most basic consideration when a person decides to buy scissor lift equipment is the height that she or he needs to reach. This is very important because the strength of the equipment will also determine how much weight it can support.  To avoid confusion, it is must that you conduct a research first about the available scissor lift equipment. You can do this by checking online sites, reading books and magazines, as well as by asking people who have bought the same type of equipment before.

Once you have an idea in mind what would be the best type and model that would suit your needs, you can now proceed to buying the scissor lift equipment. When you are at the warehouse, use the following buying guides:

1. Years that the owner have been in the business. Knowing how long has been the contractor in the business will give you an idea about his or her reputation in selling scissor lift equipment.

2. The kind of parts inventory the contractor has. This is also very important because you will know where to get parts of the scissor lift equipment once it needs replacement. Veer away from contractors who have limited supply of parts because most likely, they will not have anything to offer you once the scissor lift equipment you have purchased has been damaged.

3. The number of technicians. Knowing how many technicians are available in the warehouse will give you an idea what type of service the contractor can give you. Make sure that you buy from contractors that have enough number of available technicians so you can get service once the scissor lift equipment you bought has been damaged or if its parts need replacement.

4. The availability of on-site service. This is one of the most important things that you should consider when buying scissor lift equipment because it will ensure that you will get help once something goes wrong with the equipment. The availability of on-site service will give you an idea how reliable the contractor is.

5. The response times of the contractor once something goes wrong with the equipment. Knowing how the contractor will respond when the equipment has been damaged is also of primary importance. If there is an urgent response given—such as having a hotline wherein concerns can be called—the contractor is reliable enough for you to purchase from him or her.

6. The kind of insurance the contractor gives. Scissor lift equipment can be quite expensive so make sure that the contractor has a good insurance policy on the unit to ensure the worth of your money.

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Logging Equipment

Logging is a very complicated and dangerous process. In order to make it easier, there are certain types of logging equipment that are used. Since many large pieces of equipment may not be able to get into the area immediately, they depend on some smaller ones. Yet don’t under estimate the power behind these pieces of logging equipment. They can lift tons of wood even though they aren’t any wider than a forklift.

All terrain pieces of equipment are used for logging. This is because the ground is often uneven and difficult to get around. With this type of equipment though it can easily move forward without any problems. There is also less of a risk of it tipping over due to being off balance. All of the loads are secured to the equipment to help prevent injuries due to shifting during transport.

Tractors with front end loaders are often used for logging. This is because they can get into very tight areas without much trouble. They can also be used to remove the roots and other debris from the ground. This will make the clearing area smoother and less of a safety hazard after some of the trees surrounding it have been removed.

There are all types of saws that can be used to cut down the trees. It depends on if you are cutting them from the top or the middles of them. It also depends on what types of trees you plan to cut down with them. Logging can be very dangerous so there also needs to be plenty of safety equipment.

In order to keep all of the various types of logging equipment working like it should, regular maintenance is essential. It is cheaper and more time efficient to do this than to have to shut down operations due to the equipment you need having to be repaired.

The various pieces of equipment used for logging are quite expensive. A logging company can have hundreds of thousands of dollars tied up in their equipment. In less developed countries they don’t have too many pieces of machinery to depend on. Instead they rely on the use of animals such as elephants to move the logs from one location to the next.

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Caterpillar Equipment

 

Caterpillar Incorporated, also known as CAT is a United States based corporation that is based in Peoria, Illinois.  The company commonly known as CAT is known around the world as the largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and
natural gas engines, and industrial gas turbines.

Well known and famous for their products that feature the Caterpillar track and distinctive yellow paint, CAT produces a wide range of heavy equipment for all types of jobs, including the very popular Caterpillar D9 bulldozer.

History
The story of CAT dates back to the late 19th century, when Daniel Best and Benjamin Holt were experimenting with different ways to fulfill the promise that steam tractors held for farm work. Prior to 1925, the Holt family had pioneered track tractors and gasoline powered engines.  After the companies of Best and Holt were merged, the company went through several changes then at the end of World War 2, they began to grow at a very fast pace, launching the first venture outside of the country in 1950, which marked the beginning of CAT development into a big corporation.

CAT equipment ranges from track type tractors to hydraulic excavators, backhoes, motor graders, off road trucks, wheel loaders, tractors, diesel and gas engines, and gas turbines.  CAT equipment is used in construction, excavation, building roads, mining,
energy, forestry, transportation, and material handling companies.

Sales
Over half of CAT’s sales are to customers in overseas areas.  CAT products are sold in almost 200 different countries.  The company
has a worldwide network of over 200 dealers – 63 in the United States and over 150 in other countries.  CAT equipment and
components are manufactured in 42 plants in the United States and 58 plants in Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, England, France, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, and several other countries.

Labor
CAT almost went down in the early 1980s due to the massive union strikes and a down turn in product demand.  At the time, several news reports indicated that products were piling up so high in facilities that temporary workers hired to work the lines could barely
get to their stations to perform their jobs.

In the 1990s, CAT suffered yet another long strike in which the company hired what it deemed to be permanent replacements for
union workers that were on strike.  During both strikes, jack rocks were placed in the home entrances of many of CATs top executives and employees, puncturing the tires of their vehicles and making things worse for the company.

Not long after the strike of the 1990s ended and the economy started to get back up again, CAT adopted the “6 Sigma” quality management program, to help reduce costs and inventory and identify and correct the defects in processes and products.

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Renting Versus Owning Machinery And Equipment

There are always going to be times when, no matter how carefully an excavation company plans out a project, there simply isn’t
enough equipment on hand to handle the requirements of the project without running out of time.  The choices at this point are
clear – rent the machines you need or go ahead and make the purchase.

It is however, not easy to make these types of decisions, thanks to several factors that you’ll need to consider.

Rental pricing
Its no secret that rental companies make a killing with the equipment they rent out.  Most companies will rent on a daily or weekly basis, which is good for them but can be bad for you.  Depending on what area you work in, the price can be very high or
just right.

Depending on what type of equipment you need, the price to rent will vary.  Excavators and off road dump trucks are among the highest to rent, as they can cost as much as 12,000 dollars per month!  This may seem a bit outrageous at first, although if you
own a profitable company and are working on a big project, you’ll have problems meeting the price.

Buying
When you need more equipment and don’t want to rent, you can buy your equipment.  Buying is the way to go if you plan on using the equipment more.  If you work on large projects on a frequent basis, you may want to look into buying the equipment you need
instead of renting.

Buying will save you money in the long run, providing you are going to be using the equipment again.  If you need the equipment for one or two projects, you may just want to rent.  Sure you won’t own the equipment, although you certainly don’t want to buy
something you won’t be using.

Servicing
One of the great things about renting is the fact that company you rent from is responsible for fixing anything that breaks.  Your company won’t be responsible for repairs, as you don’t own the equipment.  If something breaks or goes wrong, simply call the
company and they will come out there and fix the problem, as the price for repair is included in the rental contract.

If you choose to go ahead and buy the equipment, then your company will be responsible for the repair of the equipment.  As you probably know with owning other equipment, you’ll need to do regular maintenance and service on the equipment.

Making that final choice on renting or buying is ultimately up to you.  You should always think about finances, and if you can afford
the machinery.  If you don’t have the finances or capital to buy what you need, you should go with renting.  Either way
you go, you’ll get the machines you need to complete your job and stay ahead of schedule.

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How Machines And Equipment Has Changed

There are many different opinions as to what machines should actually be classified as earth moving equipment.  There are many different types of equipment that fall in this category, such as excavators, backhoe loaders, dump trucks, and even loaders.

Other machinery that falls in between are articulated trucks, wheel and track tractors, and even scrapers.  The thin line is normally drawn at motor grades, which are more than capable or light duty excavation, although they are mainly used to level lots and grade roads.

If you take a glance at any equipment literature from leading companies such as CAT, Komatsu, or Case, you’ll see right away that
they believe the biggest and most important change over the last several years is increased productivity.  This is normally followed
by greater comfort and safety.

The increase in productivity is the result of many different advancements.  CAT (Caterpillar) cites that more powerful engines with a faster rise in torque which allows machines to respond faster to increased power demands.  Even though this new generation is far
more powerful, it has a reduced impact on the environment as well.

Electronics
Most of the newer machines have electronic control systems that will optimize both engine and transmission performance, as well as fuel consumption and hydraulic system performance.

Take for example the CAT mid sized G series wheel loaders that feature electronically controlled powershift transmissions.  Each and every transmission offers autoshift capabilities that ease the pressure on the operator, and an electronic clutch pressure control that smooth shifts the gears for longer life.

Comfort
In the industry, good operators are getting harder and harder to find.  Manufacturers find themselves stressing that operator comfort and convenience need to be taken into account not only to make the job easier, but also more efficient and productive as well.

The new cab designs offer better visibility, reduced noise and vibration, and improved comfort as well.  The new control systems will require low operator effort while also improving the control of the machine for both the experienced as well as the in-experienced operator.

Easier maintenance
Almost all new machinery offers electronic monitoring systems that will provide constant information on the health of the machine for the operator.  These types of systems provide information to technicians, including service modes that will help them to diagnose conditions quickly.

Now days, machines are designed to make routine maintenance easier.  With CAT’s wheel loaders, regular service points are easy to access from ground level, with site gauges making it easier to check the fluid of the radiator, hydraulic oil, and transmission – without having to use dipsticks.

Changes for the better
If you compare the excavation equipment of today with the machines of the past, you’ll notice that the changes are better.  The machines of the past relied more on operator skill and technique, as very few of them had electronic features.

Today, almost all types of heavy machinery offer electronic features.  Electronics are a great thing, as they can make the life of an operator easier than ever.  You don’t need to get out and check the fluids anymore, as all you need to do is take a look at your instrument panel, which can help to save you a lot of time.

Operators who have a lot of experience know first hand that machines of the past can’t begin to compete with machines of today.  With technology always getting better, it just makes you wonder what is in the future for heavy machinery.  Years from now, one can only begin to wonder just great heavy machinery will get – and what other features will make the life of an operator even easier than
it is now.

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Hydraulic Machinery

Hydraulic machinery are machines and tools that use fluid power to do the work.  Almost all types of heavy equipment is a common example.  With this type of equipment, hydraulic fluid is pumped to a high pressure then transmitted through the machine to
various actuators.

The hydraulic pumps are powered by engines or electric motors.  The pressurized fluid is controlled by the operator with control valves and then distributed through hoses and tubes.

The increasing popularity of hydraulic machinery is due to the large amount of power that is transferred through small tubes and flexible hoses.  The high power density and wide array of actuators can make use of this power.

Hydraulic power
The theory that lies behind hydraulic equipment is fluid pressure.
1.  A force that acts on a small area can create a bigger force by acting on a larger area by hydrostatic pressure.
2.  A large amount of energy can be carried by a small flow of highly pressurized fluid.

Pumps
A hydraulic pump will supply the fluid to the components in the system. Pressure in the system will develop in reaction to the load.  Pumps have a power density of around ten times greater than an electric motor.  The pumps are powered by an electric motor or engine, which is connected through gears, belts, or a flexible elastomeric coupling to reduce the heavy vibration.

The common types of hydraulic pumps for hydraulic
machinery applications include:

1.  Gear pump – the gear pump is cheap, durable, and simple.  It is less efficient, simply because it is constant displacement and
suitable for pressures that are below 3,000 psi.
2.  Vane pump – vane pumps are cheap, simple, and reliable.  They are good pumps for higher flow low pressure output.

Hoses and tubes
A hydraulic hose is graded by pressure, temperature, and compatibility of fluid.  A rubber interior is surrounded by multiple layers
of woven wire and rubber.  The exterior of the hose is designed for resistance against abrasion.

The bending radius of the hydraulic hose is designed very carefully into the machine, since a hose failure can be deadly, and
violating the minimum bend radius of the hose can also cause failure.

A hydraulic pipe is thick enough to have threads cut into it for connections.  It’s rarely used for high pressure systems though, which prefer to have tubes or hoses.  The pipe itself lends to weldings and can also be used to fabricate the manifold.

Hydraulic pipes on the other hand are preferred over hoses whenever possible, as they are simply more durable.  Tubes are also preferred over pipes, as they weigh a lot less.  Hydraulic tubes will normally have flared ends and captive nuts to make connections.  They can also be steel welded with floating nuts and face seal fittings on the ends.

Both tubes and pipes for hydraulic applications traditionally haven’t been plated or painted, since the temperature and oil they
operate under drive away moisture and reduce the risk of rust.

Fittings
The fittings with hydraulic machinery serve several purposes:
1.  To bride different standards, such as the O-ring boss to JIC or pipe threads to the face seal.
2.  Allows proper orientation of components, as a 45 or 90 degree, straight, or even swivel fitting will be chosen as it is
needed.  They are designed to be positioned in the correct orientation and then tightened as needed.
3.  To incorporate bulkhead hardware.
4.  A quick disconnect fitting may be added to a machine without having to modify hoses or valves.

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