September 2010
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ANGLE GRINDER
Alpha Professional Tools®, Oakland, N.J., introduces the HSG-125 High-Speed Angle Grinder, with a 7.2 A (800W) motor offering a top speed of 9,700rpm. The standard 5/8” spindle and two sets of flange/lock nut sets (7/8” and 20mm arbors) accommodate 4”, 4 1/2” and 5” diameter blades. The unit can be used wet or dry, and accepts the optional Alpha® Ecoguard system for dust-free operation; combined with the optional Alpha® Universal Safety Guard Kit (GCWKIT), it works with the Alpha® Groove Cutter for wet applications.
Contact: Alpha Professional Tools®, 800-648-7229
CONCRETE PLANER
Makita USA Inc., La Mirada, Calif., indroduces the PC50001C 5” concrete planer, featuring an adjustable front roller and auxiliary base engineered for consistent planing depth and added stability. The 11.2-lbs unit includes a Makita-built 10 A motor with soft-start technology for smooth start-ups, built-in dust collection, top handle for improved handling and a two-finger trigger.
Contact: Makita USA Inc., 800-462-5482
LIGHTWEIGHT POLISHER
FLEX North America Inc., Greer, S.C., offers the PLW 923 S Air Stone Sander Polisher, with a 2.8-lbs lightweight design to get into tight spaces with ease and allow all-day use with less operator fatigue. The unit, with a top speed of 3,600rpm, features a central water feed with rear exhaust and accepts 3”, 4” or 5” discs. It comes with a 4” Velcro® pad, bail handle, wrenches, hoses for air, water and exhaust (along with appropriate fittings) and side handle, it’s available from Granite City Tool Co. of Waite Park, Minn.
Contact: Granite City Tool Co., 800-328-7094
VACUUM CHECK VALVES
Anver Corp., Hudson, Mass., offers CheckVac™ Valves, a line specifically designed for vacuum-system applications to eliminate the use of pressure check valves with stiffer springs. The valves are designed for industrial vacuum applications where vacuum loss prevention is required and feature low 0.17 psi cracking pressure with flow rates up to 63 CV. The units are made from a leak-free, seamless, one-piece anodized aluminum body with a smooth bore, and have a plastic valve element with a specially tempered stainless steel spring and an O-ring seal.
Contact: Anver Corp., 800-654-3500