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Sullair introduced its 375H Tier 4 Final diesel portable air compressor powered by a Perkins engine at The 2019 Rental Show. The Perkins-powered machine will be offered alongside a current Cat-powered offering, providing customers with choices regarding their preferred engine.

Wacker Neuson's new G70 mobile generator, powered by a Tier 4 Final Kohler engine, is a prime powered generator designed to withstand the rigors of repeated transport and continuous load. The compact, sound-attenuated model provides single and three-phase power for construction, commercial, industrial and special applications where quiet power is needed.

Allmand Bros., Inc., a subsidiary of Briggs & Stratton Corporation and a manufacturer of high-performance portable jobsite equipment, is pleased to announce the launch of its Maxi-Air 100, 375 and 400 Portable Air Compressors and Maxi-Power 65 and 150 Mobile Generator in booth #6341 at the ARA Show February 17 - 20 in Anaheim, California. 

Doosan Portable Power has introduced the P250/HP210 Tier 4 Final portable air compressor. The "two-in-one" model delivers the pressure and flow typically supplied by two units in a single air compressor. The P250/HP210 is the only air compressor on the market to offer 210 cfm high-pressure mode.

Doosan Portable Power has released a newly updated Doosan P185WDO portable air compressor featuring increased runtime and a proprietary Doosan airend as well as a Doosan engine. Doosan is the only air compressor manufacturer to use both proprietary engines and airends in its products.

The latest addition to Husqvarna's battery-powered range, the Husqvarna K 535i battery power cutter, builds on its fuel- and electric-powered equivalents, while adding benefits such as low vibrations, low weight and user-friendly ergonomics to the mix. It's almost maintenance free and offers a low cost of ownership. And on top of that, it can easily be used for wet cutting.

Perkins Engines is showcasing its expanding line of high-performance, power-dense diesel engines that meet both U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards at World of Concrete 2019. Featured in booth C6781 is the Perkins Syncro 2.8 litre, the 9.3 litre 1706J and the 1204J, which are among the latest additions to Perkins industry-leading global product range covering 8.2 to 597 kW (11 to 800 hp).

Generac Mobile users can extend their Tier 4 Final generator run time with a new extended run fuel system. The system makes it easy to connect external fuel and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tanks to the generator for longer run times. The system is optional on all Generac Mobile Tier 4 Final diesel generators starting at 75 kVA and up.

Vanguard will display the new Vanguard 200 and 400 single-cylinder engines, the first two models in an all-new single-cylinder horizontal shaft commercial engine line, at World of Concrete in booth O31418. The new engine line was developed around key areas of performance critical to improving overall productivity — including starting, maintenance intervals, service and support, and total cost of ownership.

Generac Mobile's LINKTower – the portable, linkable, zero-emission LED light tower – now packs more lighting punch. New, more powerful 235W LED fixtures provide long-lasting and efficient illumination. The LED light fixtures are impact-resistant and are backed by a five-year limited warranty. They have 39 percent more lumen output then previous light fixtures and have 32 percent more coverage. It will be on display at the Rental Show 2019. 

Doosan Portable Power recently restored the 500th air compressor as part of its Certified Remanufacturing Program. An aging HP750WCU-T1 air compressor was restored to like-new condition and will include a new warranty.

Doosan Portable Power has added the G400WCU-T4F mobile generator to its product line. The range-topping G400 model is the most powerful generator in the Doosan line, with a prime power rating of 402 kVA (322 kW), packaged in a compact footprint to meet a broad range of applications.

Hilti is advancing tool technology with the introduction of a new cordless SDS max combihammer, the TE 60-A36. Powered by the strongest and highest-capacity battery available, the TE 60-A36 drills faster than any corded combihammer in the same size class on the market. Hilti says that it delivers up to twice the work per charge as current competitor cordless solutions, allowing users to get the most demanding jobs done even faster.

Powr2 has launched their latest energy technology, Hybrid Energy Systems (HES). This sustainable equipment will help power rental companies expand their markets, cut maintenance and fuel costs, improve efficiency and reduce emissions. In addition, the technology will help extend generator life and increase resale value.

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc.has launched its new Cushman Hauler 4x4. The Hauler 4x4 series has been built to handle the toughest jobs at any facility, including golf courses, rental facilities, construction sites and municipal parks.

Dust on a jobsite can have adverse effects on air quality and the environment, and it can put workers at risk. Generac Mobile's new dust suppression systems provide a breath of fresh air through a more effective way of suppressing dust and other unhealthy particulates.

The Bosch GAS20-17AH Wet/Dry Dust Extractor is an industrial-grade powerhouse with a maximum 300 cfm (cubic feet of air per minute) capacity that filters fine dust, coarse dirt and liquids. The GAS20-17AH boasts 17-gallon capacity, and auto filter cleaning with HEPA filter to provide a complete package in helping users move toward OSHA silica dust regulation compliance. Its auto filter-clean system activates every 15 seconds and the HEPA filter captures 99.97 percent of particles at 0.3 microns and larger.

Vanguard displays Oil Guard and EFI innovations as well as the new Vanguard 200 single-cylinder engine, the first in an all-new single-cylinder horizontal shaft commercial engine line, at GIE+EXPO in booth 7068.

The latest season of Discovery Channel's hit television show "Gold Rush" features a new mine boss with new equipment from Generac Mobile. For the power and lighting needs of his new gold mining operation, Rick Ness turned to Generac Mobile.

Chicago Pneumatic Power Technique has introduced the CPS 1800 JD8 T4F to its portable compressor lineup. The twin single-stage, oil-injected, rotary screw type compressor is the largest in the CP lineup and can work in a wide range of applications. 

YANMAR America is proud to announce the 2019 YANMAR BULL Series Utility Task Vehicle lineup is expanding to include the all new YANMAR diesel Brahma model, plus a new eye-catching gas-powered special edition Longhorn (6 Passenger) UTV in the popular Black Angus trim and color scheme.

From cutting concrete to checking heights, contractors have a wide range of products to help them be more efficient and safe on the job site thanks to recent releases by Hilti. The company hosted its annual Innovation Day for media and displayed new and recent introductions, as well as a look into the future at a few innovations still on the drawing board.

Miller Electric Mfg. has introduced the new XMT 350 FieldPro system with Polarity Reversing. The system's technology eliminates the need to manually swap leads between welding processes — saving time and money and improving safety on the jobsite.

Last year, Caterpillar announced the introduction of its first-ever Cat utility vehicles – the gasoline-powered Cat CUV82 and diesel-powered CUV102 D. To expand that offering, the product line now includes the gasoline-powered Cat CUV85 and diesel-powered CUV105 D. The CUV85 and CUV105 D both feature a spacious second row to accommodate a total of five people. Caterpillar gathered extensive customer and dealer input to build a UTV that delivers the unrivaled combination of durability, comfort and maintenance simplicity. Rigorous vehicle testing ensures both utility vehicles meet the superior quality and reliability customers expect from Caterpillar.

Sommers Generator Systems, a manufacturer and distributor of premium quality generator systems, has announced plans to relocate its Atlantic Canada regional headquarters to larger premises.

Generac Mobile Products is offering a new and improved MLT4060MVD LED mobile light tower. Purpose-designed for applications in remote locations and extreme environments, this light tower includes features that allow for autonomous operation. An extra-large fuel tank and low fuel consumption allow the tower to run up to 533 hours on a single diesel tank fill and a 750-hour oil change interval, minimizing maintenance costs.

Vermeer now offers its BC1500 brush chipper with a gas engine. The new model is equipped with a powerful 165-hp (123-kW) PSI gas engine and delivers comparable chipping productivity to its diesel counterpart. Using a precision-balanced drum with two A8 double-sided knives, the new Vermeer BC1500 gas brush chipper is capable of chipping logs up to 15 inches (38.1 cm) in diameter.

A professional vacuum cleaner is as important to the jobsite as a power tool or building materials. The Bosch GAS18V-3N 18V cordless wet/dry vacuum cleaner offers pro performance for cleanup just about anywhere, including the shop, jobsite and truck. And all without the need to plug in.

The XC Series portable generators, available in 6,500- and 8,000-watt models, feature a heavy-duty, fully wrapped, 12-gauge-steel-tube X Frame that protects the engine, alternator and fuel tank. Instead of a lifting eye, these units have a steel lifting pocket that fits most forklift and telehandler blades.

Chicago Pneumatic Power Technique (CP) has introduced five new electric submersible pumps to the North American market. WEDA pumps are ideal for dewatering of construction sites, mines, flooded areas and more where small, lightweight, portable and easily maintained pumps are required to perform daily jobs quickly. 

Avant offers five models of articulated compact loaders which are truly multipurpose, multifunctional machines that work with hundreds of attachments that can be changed quickly with Avant's attachment coupler and hydraulic multi-connector. For example, it takes seconds to release the hydraulic breaker attachment and hook up a heavy-duty bucket to carry debris away.

The Bomag BPR 70/70 D reversible plate compactor boasts a specially designed comfort handle that reduces vibration feedback to the operator's hands, reducing fatigue. Rubber vibration buffers connecting the steering rod to both the handle and the base plate drop hand-arm-vibration values to 8.2 ft/s2 (2.5 m/s2), offering enhanced operator protection while using the compactor. This exclusive comfort handle design is now available on all Bomag medium and large reversible plate models, ranging from the BPR 45/55 D to the BPR 70/70 D.

Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd is introducing a new lineup of Side-by-Side (SxS) vehicles, providing superior Capability, Comfort and Confidence to deliver Proven Off-Road performance in a variety of terrain.

Ammann has updated the hand guides on it's current APR Reversible Vibratory Plate Compactors, reducing unwanted vibration to its lowest levels yet.

Vanguard expands its lineup of electronic fuel injection offerings to include a horizontal-shaft Small Block V-Twin engine. The Small Block engine features an open-loop EFI system with electronic governing engineered for the demands of the commercial construction and rental markets. With the addition of this engine, Vanguard EFI is now available on four engine platforms across nine horsepower ratings varying in output from 23 to 37 gross horsepower.

Hilti (Canada) Corp was awarded the 2017 Innovation Award by the Toronto Construction Association (TCA). The "Best of the Best" award is in recognition for the innovation behind the DD- WMS 100 Water Management System for Diamond Core Drilling.

The Chenaux Generating Station located on the Ottawa River in Ontario uses the river's current to generate 144 MW of clean, renewable electricity, enough to power nearly 150,000 homes on the grid. Like other hydro-electric power structures, its eight units were built in the mid-twentieth century as a stimulus project to help the country shake off the effects of the Great Depression. 

Allmand Bros. Inc. introduced their newest light tower offering, the Night-Lite E-Series, at the Rental Show.

Time and money are two of the most important commodities around and ensuring optimum use of these resources means key assets must be available when needed. For many jobsites that require concrete demolition work, a breaker, demolition or rotary hammer needs to be on hand. According to Bosch, their GSH27-26 Brute Turbo is the world's first breaker hammer with GPS tracking that makes sure jobsite managers know where this powerful tool is at all times; a retrofit option (GPS25-4) brings the same capability to all current Bosch SDS-max hammers.