Masonry Magazine June 2005 Page. 42

Words: Ronald Clough
Masonry Magazine June 2005 Page. 42

Masonry Magazine June 2005 Page. 42
NEW EQUIPMENT ROUND-UP 2005

MSA
Aptura™ LT30

MSA's Aptura LT30 Self-Retracting Lanyard (SRL) has many new, versatile features. The Aptura LT30 has a field-replaceable lifeline option. Should the webbing become damaged, this option allows a user to replace the web lifeline in the field, without sending anything back to the manufacturer. With a lightweight design starting at 7.5 pounds, it's the lightest 30 SRL on the market. A 400-pound working capacity is a standard feature. And annual factory recertification is not required due to high-quality design. This not only reduces the cost of ownership, but it also eliminates down time. For more information, visit the MSA web site at www.MSAnet.com.

Beta Max Inc.
Max Climber™ 3300
Transport Platform

Beta Max Inc., introduces its new Max Climber™ 3300 Transport Platform Hoist System. For the first time, the construction industry has access to a single mast, rack and pinion hoist system with a carrying platform up to 14 feet wide and five feet deep. The Max Climber 3300 features heavy-duty galvanized mast sections that are bolted together and anchored to the building exterior or to a scaffold tower. The payload lifting capacity of 3,300 lbs. and the large basket size allow materials to move quickly to the work site. For more information, call (800) 233-5112 or visit www.betamaxhoist.com.

W.Rose™ Co.
ProForm® Soft Texture Grip
Handle

This unique, patent-pending design softgrip handle for brick trowels provides the mason a super-comfortable grip. The new soft grip handle, with a soft outer cover and hard tapping end for levelling brick and block, is permanently attached to the trowel. Soft grip handles are available on Narrow London, Wide London and Philadelphia pattern brick trowels. W.Rose offers various sizes, styles and handles with over 200 different types to choose from. The blade is made from one piece of forged steel that is hardened, tempered, ground and polished. For more information, call (913) 422-4848 or visit www.wrose.com.

Belden Brick Co.
The Spectrum Series

The Belden Brick Co. is proud to Introduce "The Spectrum Series" that features new colors unique in an architectural face brick, which we feel will inspire the design community. Belden has been making the highest-quality face and paving brick for 120 years and is excited about this new product series available in a number of sizes and special shapes. If unique is what you are looking for, please contact your Local Belden Brick Distributor or visit us online at www.beldenbrick.com to request samples for your project.

Mustang Manufacturing
Company, Inc.
2066, 2076 and 2086
Skid Steers

Mustang Manufacturing Company, Inc., has introduced three new skid steer models 2066, 2076 and 2086. Offering operating loads of 2,000, 2.200 and 2,600 lbs., respectively, the models include several control options, high operating capacities and Cummins Tier II diesel engines. The new skid steers offer redesigned operator compartments. All three models offer a complete cab enclosure, ducted heating and air conditioning, a two-speed drive system and Hydraglide ride control. The 2076 and 2086 offer a hi-flow auxiliary hydraulic option with flows up to 36 gpm. For more information, visit www.mustangmfg.com.

Chemprobe Coatings
Systems, L.P.
Series 626 Dur A Pell GS
(Graffiti Shield)

Series 626 Dur A Pell GS (Graffiti Shield) is a new coating designed to shield against graffiti. Because Series 626 is a silicone rubber-based barrier, acrylic latex paints, enamel spray paints and markers will not permanently stick to the surface of structures treated with this coating. If a structure is tagged with graffiti, it can easily be removed with Chemprobe's Series 680 Mark Away citrus cleaner. Additionally, because the coating is non-sacrificial, structures can be tagged multiple times and the graffiti can still be removed. For more information, call (800) 670-6776 or visit www.chemprobe.com.

Metabo Corporation
CODE! System

Metabo has announced an anti-theft protection system for its line of rotary hammers. Metabo's new CODE! system operates via a one-touch infrared remote control to protect the tools against unauthorized use as reliably and easily as an electronic immobilization system on a car. Owners can enable or disable multiple CODE!-protected rotary hammers using a single key or assign each tool either its own key for a single user or multiple keys for multiple authorized users. An integrated LED signals whether the tool is enabled or disabled at a glance. For more information, call (800) 638-2264 or visit www.metabo.com/Features.7713.0.html.

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.
Back Safety: A User's
Guide

Utilizing a concept called the "whole health/life cycle," J. J. Keller's new "Back Safety: A User's Guide" program helps employees build good habits-on and off the job that will help keep their backs healthy. They'll learn how to avoid behaviors that can lead to back problems, how movement and posture affect back health and practical solutions to prevent injury! For more information, call (800) 327-6868 or go online to www.jjkeller.com/back5.

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