FLEXCO, Downers Grove, IL, introduces the Aluminum MBRT Installation Tool complementing the Flexco SR Fastening System with a focus on providing a lightweight, portable application tool.  Designed to assist splice installers in harsh working environments where heavy splicing equipment has to be moved on a regular basis.  The tool’s new scalloped design of the riser plate allows for fast, accurate alignment of fastener strips on the anvil plate.  The robust design of the clamp bar with Acme threading provides maximum-holding capacities, especially on thick, high-tension belts where a safe strong hold is required.  Using the Rapid Loader Collated Rivet Strips to load 20 rivets at one time will ensure reduced installation time and increased operator efficiency.  Call Rebecca Souffrant at 630/971-6477.

Atlas Copco Construction Tools LLC, Westfield, MA, introduces the MB 1500 hydraulic breaker attachment, designed with fewer moving parts for optimal reliability.  Ideal for demolition, road work, trenching and secondary rock breaking.  Exceptional breaking performance with an impact frequency of 640 blows per minute.  Service weight is 3,310 lbs..  Accepts hydraulic input flow of 32 to 41 gallons per minute of operating pressures of 2,320 to 2,610 psi.  Includes the AutoControl monitoring system.  Call Peter Bigwood at 413/746-0020.

ABL Services, Inc., Tyler, TX, offers the Smooth Side Dump Blocks, reliable and long lasting.  A maintenance-free operation built by Americans.  Design features a sealed multiple bearing center section that has proven itself numerous times in the field.  Lubrication is not necessary after installation and each dump block assembly comes with a one-year warranty.

The new Prolok System for dragline hoist and drag drum makes rope change outs easier, safer and faster. One simple upgrade on the machine will more than pay for itself within the first year.  By doing away with multiple T-Block Style fasteners, the Prolok System improves wire rope removal and installation, which can be accomplished in 30-45 minutes.  Pictures show the simplicity of wire rope installation and removal using the Prolok.  The system is only available through ABL Services and each socket is custom tailored for application.  In most cases, the Prolok Drum Socket is available in a bolt on design that can be installed on a scheduled preventive maintenance day. For more information on these and other innovative products ABL Services has to offer visit www.abl-services.com or call 903/509-2256.

Kraft Power Corporation, Suwanee, GA, introduces the Steel Element series KSL, rated to 3600 RPM at 2500 HP.  Standard KSL units available to 5000 HP at 1200 RPM, 1700 HP at 1800 RPM.  The new high-speed units are suitable for boiler feed pump application. Contact Kraft Power at 1-800/394-0078 or ask for Sara Crawford.

Vertiflo Pump Company, Cincinnati, OH, introduces the Industrial Vertical Immersion Sump Pump-Series 800, ideal for service in water, corrosive chemicals and hazardous liquids.  Applications include sump drainage, flood control and process drainage to meet EPA and OSHA requirements.  Designed for long life in severe services with minimal maintenance at heads to 230 feet and temperatures to 350^oF.  Features include carbon graphite line shaft bearings, semi-open impeller with external adjustment, high-thrust angular contact ball bearing, 416 stainless steel shafts to 1-15/16 inches and standard NEMA C face motor.  Available in Cast Iron, all 316 Stainless Steel, 316 Stainless steel fitted, Alloy 20, Hastelloy and CD4MCu.  Call Robert A. Goldtrap at 513/530-0893 or visit www.vertiflopump.com

Strata Safety Products has developed a low profile Inflatable Fresh Air Bay and Skid with a purpose and functionality identical to its existing relatives.  Heights have been reduced to fit low coal seams. The steel skid used to house and protect the entire system is constructed to a height of 28” and the inflatable tent is variable to a maximum 36”. The intended occupant count is up to 16 people, equipped with 96 hours of breathable air, food, water, first aid, flashlights, a gas monitor and toilet. The inflatable tent has an airlock entry compartment that is used to minimize hazardous gases contaminating the main chamber as occupants enter the Bay. The fabric used for construction is durable and fire retardant and is bond welded airtight. All major components have undergone extensive testing and internal durability and inflation testing is underway. Once completed, Strata Safety Products will apply to the state of West Virginia for approval. The first units are expected to be available commercially in late 2008. For more information, please contact Rory Paton-Ash or Paula Gunnels at 1-800-691-6601 or visit our website at www.strata-safety.com

Puritan Magnetics, Inc., Oxford, MI, features the Head Pulley Magnet that provides continuous self-cleaning on products conveyed by belt.  As product is conveyed along the belt it reaches the head pulley and enters the magnetic field where metal contaminants are attracted and held tightly to the best surface.  As the belt is conveyed around the magnetic pulley, metal contaminants are held in place until they pass through the magnetic field where they are safely discarded separate form the clean product. Call Andrea Ezyk at 248/628-3808.

Powers Fasteners, Inc., Brewster, NY, introduces the PE 1000+ pure epoxy that features exceptional 3:1 ration holding power and is designed for use in anchoring threaded rod, bolts, reinforcing bars and smooth dowels into concrete and other solid base materials.  Meets International Building Code (IBC) for strength design.  Packaged in 13-ounce sized cartridge made from engineered plastic.  Call Michael Isser at 516/781-0180.

Bindicator, Spartanburg, SC, introduces the TDR-1000 Guided Wave Radar, designed to provide continuous, non-mechanical, level measurement by means of low-power radar pulses guided along a stainless steel cable.  Suited for measuring the level of solids, granules, and powders as well as a variety of liquids.  Unaffected by dust, temperature, pressure, humidity, or filling conditions.  Call Michael Purcell at 864/574-8060.

ASGCO Manufacturing Inc., Allentown, PA, now offers Flo-Control transfer point design, fabrication and installation. Utilizes ASGCO’s 3-DEM chute analysis simulation program (Discrete Element Methods) to focus on solving spillage and dust control in load zone transfer points.  A “Hood” deflector allows for fine-tuning of the material stream to direct the material for the optimum flow.  Contact Peg Anthony at panthony@asgco.com

Superior Signals, Inc., Olathe, KS, introduces the SYLEDX High Intensity LED Mini Bar, expanding its Meteorlite X Series product line and designed for vehicles requiring a low profile, high intensity light source.  Available in permanent or vacuum magnetic mount.  The 40 LEDs are available in amber, clear, or red/blue.  Call 800/447-3693.

Spectra Precision, Westminster, CO, announces the addition of the Spectra Precision Nomad data collector running its new Field Surveyor 2.0 field software for its FOCUS 10 Total Stations and EPOCH 25 GPS Systems.  Provides increased functionality for surveying applications including topographic data collection, staking and layout, boundary and cadastre, and comprehensive COGO and roading routines.  Call Lea Ann McNabb at 408/481-7808.

Trimble, Sunnyvale, CA, introduces Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) reference sensor for infrastructure and network applications – the Trimble NetR3 GNSS reference sensor, designed to seamlessly integrate into any Trimble VRS network or other infrastructure application.  Ideal for a wide range of applications such as high-accuracy positioning as part of a VRS network, support for differential global positioning system MSK beacons, and integrity monitoring of networks and physical infrastructure such as bridges, dams and mines.  Call Willa McManmon at 408/481-7838.

Konecranes, Inc., Springfield, OH, introduces the DynA family of speed control solutions, designed to meet the needs of industrial crane systems. Continuous speed control increases safety.  Smooth and easy driving characteristics. Reduced maintenance costs because of lower component wear.  Easy installation and start-up.  Fast cycle times and a range of continuous speeds.  Call 800/934-6976.

Norbar Torque Tools, Inc., Willoughby, OH, introduces a new gearbox design to its line of Pneutroque pneumatic torque wrenches, designed to be faster, lighter, smaller and easier to handle.  New torque ranges for the PTM-92 models are 398-1,992 ft lb. and 516-2,582 ft. lb.  The larger PTM-92 model is half the weight and 60 percent faster.  To follow are the 664-3,319 ft. lb. and 885-4,426 ft. lb. PTM-119 Series Models, typically used in mining, wind generators and large off-road vehicles.  Call Sam Ortolani at 866/667-2272.

 Horizon Conveyor Equipment, United Kingdom, introduces the ‘H’ Primary Scraper Range, designed to eradicate widespread problems with traditional primary belt scraper designs.  The scraper can be easily fitted to most conveyor head chutes.  Suitable for conveyor belts jointed with or without mechanical clip joints.  Adjustment mechanism is kept away from flying debris and within easy reach for routine maintenance. System comes with blades mainly made from polyurethane.  Visit www.BeltScrapers.co.uk

Komatsu America Corp., Rolling Meadows, IL, introduces the 960E-1 AC electric drive haul truck, the largest of Komatsu’s full line of mining trucks.  Carries a 360-ton payload and weighs 1,270,000 lbs. when fully loaded.  Just over 24’ tall, the 960E used modern frame design and manufacturing technology to ensure quality.  Powered by the Komatsu SSDA18V170, which uses a dual-stage turbo air handling system, to deliver 3,500 hp with the lowest brake specific fuel consumption at rated hp for this truck class.  Call Mari Aoyagi at 847/437-4019.

Viking Pump Inc., Cedar Falls, IA, has added a sealless option to its Universal Series product line.  Pump features a thrust-controlled design that allows short-term run-dry capabilities and bi-directional pump operation for enhanced application flexibility. Available in cast iron, steel and stainless steel.  Eliminates seal leakage and environmental concerns, along with downtime due to seal replacement.  Viking is a unit of IDEX Corp.  Call 319/266-1741.

Ross Engineering Corp., Campbell, CA, features the Hi-Z High Voltage Voltmeters for accurate capacitance voltage tap test point measuring; phasing, energized line indication, as well as direct HV line voltage measurement.  Complete kits include 25KV, 50KV or 100 KV Meter with integral line to ground Probe, optional 6ft or 9ft collapsible hotsticks with a heavy duty carrying case.  Call 408/377-4621.

LeTourneau Technologies Mining Products, Longview, TX, is now offering a 50-series wheel loader to load any size of coal hauling truck.  The 50-Series line includes the 2,300-hp L-2350 wheel loader, the largest in the world.  The giant loader features a 160,000-pound standard operating payload and is capable of center-loading the world’s largest 400-ton+ haul trucks.  The smallest of the 50-Series is the L-950, which boasts an operating payload exceeding 54,000 pounds, and is capable of loading 75-150 ton haul trucks.  Call Brad Rogers at 903/237-7156.

 Bucyrus International, Inc. has delivered and successfully trialed the first Bucyrus FBL-10 LHD (load, haul, and dump) vehicle into India at the Singareni Collieries Company Ltd. GDK5 mine site.  It is the first modern diesel powered LDH to be used anywhere in India at the coal face.  The 10-ton capacity utility vehicle is ideally suited to the conditions and requirements of a high production coal mine offering flexibility and a lower overall production cost.  Supplied with Rapid Attach System attachments the FBL-10 is capable of numerous underground tasks in support of Room and Pillar and Longwall mining technologies.  Call Steve Brownsell at +61 (0) 249 147000.

Immersive Technologies, Perth, Australia, has extended its simulation product range to include the world’ largest mechanical wheel loader, the Komatsu Mountain Mover WA 1200-3. The wheel loader boasts the largest bucket in its class, incorporates a range of new automated machine features including travel speed and drive force limiters, tire slip control, manual and automatic transmission selectors, and wheel traction control.  Call Richard Calauti at +61 (8) 9347 9019.