HammerHead Trenchless, a leading manufacturer of trenchless installation, rehabilitation, and replacement solutions for underground utility infrastructure, has released the newest addition to their product line: The PortaBurst® PB30X. The PB30X is a portable, cost-effective and efficient method of replacing 2″ to 6″ lateral pipes in a minimum amount of time, with up to 30 tons Read more
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HammerHead Trenchless, a leading manufacturer of trenchless installation, rehabilitation, and replacement solutions for underground utility infrastructure, has released the newest addition to their product line: The PortaBurst® PB30X.
The PB30X is a portable, cost-effective and efficient method of replacing 2″ to 6″ lateral pipes in a minimum amount of time, with up to 30 tons of pulling force. “Through extensive research and development, we were able to create a system that is 125 lbs. lighter than its predecessor, while maintaining the same power,” said Mark Randa, Sr. Manager of Research, Development & Engineering of HammerHead Trenchless.
Along with being lighter than HammerHead’s previous downhole unit, the PB30X prioritizes portability and breaks down into three components. According to Randa, this allows for easy carrying into basements and overall transportation of the unit.
Having the PB30X on a jobsite provides versatility as the unit can burst sewer laterals and slit water and gas services. “With a second jaw set and 3/8” cable, this unit can be used to slit plastic and lead water services,” said Randa.
To accompany the new PB30X, HammerHead Trenchless has also released the newest hydraulic control unit, the PB13X. The PB13X comes equipped with a new tethered controller or optional wireless controller to allow the operator to be close to the pit while the control unit is further away. “Our team spent time on with customers on their job sites and saw that flexibility is key to any job site and whether they use the tethered or wireless controller, we now provide that needed flexibility,” said Randa. “Our patent pending jaw system was created to increase speed and efficiency on the jobsite while making the unit versatile to allow for bursting and slitting,” he added.
To continue to provide flexibility to customers, HammerHead is now providing stackable extraction cages and an extended Quick Grip® Burst Head line covering 2-to-6-inch options. “The stackable extraction cages now allow to fully pull in a 6-inch burst head,” said Randa. “And the new burst head line can burst through any fracturable pipe and negotiate 45-degree bends,” he added.
The PB30X, PB13X, and additional components are all available for purchase at hammerheadshop.com
RefrigiWear, a 70-year pioneer in safety apparel and insulated PPE for extremely cold work environments, now delivers a high-visibility version of its best-selling PolarForce® Bib Overalls. Now available in high-visibility lime or original charcoal gray, insulated HiVis PolarForce Bib Overalls are meticulously designed to give mechanics, technicians, transportation workers and constructions professionals a leg up Read more
RefrigiWear, a 70-year pioneer in safety apparel and insulated PPE for extremely cold work environments, now delivers a high-visibility version of its best-selling PolarForce® Bib Overalls.
Now available in high-visibility lime or original charcoal gray, insulated HiVis PolarForce Bib Overalls are meticulously designed to give mechanics, technicians, transportation workers and constructions professionals a leg up against cold and wet winter weather.
Stay Seen, Stay Safe & Stay Warm
When conditions are dangerously cold, there’s no room to compromise on protection. The secret to staying safe and avoiding accidents while working in cold weather is staying warm and staying visible.
High-visibility PolarForce Bib Overalls from RefrigiWear protect people in every cold condition, from the deep freeze of the cold storage cryosphere to the blustery heights of telecommunications towers and every job in between.
Lightweight 500gsm polyester insulation delivers industrial-strength protection from the cold. Paired with a heat-reflecting lining to trap escaping body heat and reflect it back for even more warmth, HiVis PolarForce Bib Overalls are field tested and comfort rated for freezing and subzero temperatures down to minus 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
The outershell is made of durable, flexible polyester that stands up to wear-and-tear from tough jobs. Plus, it’s wind-tight and water-repellent, so it resists rough, wet and windy winter weather. And, with high-visibility fabric paired with reflective piping and trim, these insulated work overalls are sure to stand out on low-light, high-traffic jobsites.
Flexible & Functional
When the weather gets rough, tough RefrigiWear insulated workwear helps workers outlast and outwork the cold.
Crafted with Performance-Flex accordion-stretch panels at the waist and knees, HiVis PolarForce Bib Overalls delivery maximum mobility and range of motion without bunching or riding up, keeping the core, vital organs and lower extremities protected from the cold.
Equipped with a durable YKK® front-zip closure, draft-sealing storm flap, waterproof chest pockets, zippered hand-warmer pockets, and cargo pockets on both legs, HiVis PolarForce Bib Overalls offer practicality and functionality to meet the demands of any cold weather work. Plus, above-knee leg zippers make it quick and easy to take these bibs off without having to remove boot.
Extended Sizes Available
Available in extended men’s sizes from small to 5XL, HiVis PolarForce Bib Overalls protect workers from dangerously cold conditions so they can reach peak performance without compromising safety or mobility.
Coordinated Cold Weather Protection
HiVis PolarForce Bib Overalls coordinate perfectly with other garments, gloves and waterproof work boots in the PolarForce Collection from RefrigiWear, including the HiVis PolarForce Jacket and HiVis PolarForce Sweatshirt, now available in high-visibility lime and high-visibility orange colors.
Learn more about outfitting your team with the subzero protection of HiVis PolarForce Bib Overalls at pro.refrigiwear.com.
Webstone®, a brand of NIBCO, announces the new Pro-Pal® E-Tank Service Assembly. This patent-pending solution simplifies the installation and service of any hydronic expansion tank. Its forged brass design features isolation valves for the system, a dedicated drain valve, and a convenient union connection at the expansion tank to provide a greater degree of control Read more
Webstone®, a brand of NIBCO, announces the new Pro-Pal® E-Tank Service Assembly. This patent-pending solution simplifies the installation and service of any hydronic expansion tank. Its forged brass design features isolation valves for the system, a dedicated drain valve, and a convenient union connection at the expansion tank to provide a greater degree of control during installation. An automatic air vent, pressure gauge, and steel mounting plate are also included.
Learn more: www.webstonevalves.com/propal
https://vimeo.com/1020616812?share=copy Griggs Moody of Milwaukee Tool demos the MX Fuel Pipe Threading Machine at PHCC CONNECT Read more
Griggs Moody of Milwaukee Tool demos the MX Fuel Pipe Threading Machine at PHCC CONNECT.
A smaller 6″ and larger 10″ model round out the product assortment After much anticipation, KNIPEX Tools has released two additional TwinGrip pliers to the North American market. The original 8″ TwinGrip Pliers was released in 2021 and quickly became one of the most popular tools used across a wide range of industries. With its Read more
A smaller 6″ and larger 10″ model round out the product assortment
After much anticipation, KNIPEX Tools has released two additional TwinGrip pliers to the North American market. The original 8″ TwinGrip Pliers was released in 2021 and quickly became one of the most popular tools used across a wide range of industries. With its popularity came requests for additional sizes to tackle an even larger array of tasks.
3 Pc. Set (00 20 06 US4).
Both new models offer the same functionality as the original with varying capacities. The smaller 6″ TwinGrip (82 01 150) easily grips stripped screws and bolts with front & side gripping capacities of 1/8″ to 5/8″ while the larger 10″ TwinGrip (82 01 250) grips from 3/16″ to 1 1/16″. All models feature pushbutton adjustment – three adjustments for the 6″ and seven for the 10″ – allowing users to adjust the tool once and it stays. Other great features include a slim head for working in confined spaces, reliable front gripping of flat workpieces due to the three-point gripping system, and a pinch guard.
Peter Grable, KNIPEX Tools North America’s Senior Product Manager, played a large role in developing the original 8″ TwinGrip. “After spending time with tradesmen to better understand what gaps they had in their tool bag and how their standard pair of slip joint pliers could be better, we knew the TwinGrip would be a popular tool.” He continued, “The response was even better than expected so we quickly got to work with our colleagues in Germany to select the next sizes in the assortment”.
6″ TwinGrip (82 01 150)
The new TwinGrip’s are available for purchase individually or in a 3 Pc. Set (00 20 06 US4).
Two additional items are included in this month’s roll out from the pliers experts. First, a 12 Pc. 1000V insulated EV Kit (9K 00 80 168 US) was developed in partnership with EV auto mechanics and includes twelve of the most commonly used tools for EV work. Next, the 8 1/2″ PreciForce® Crimping Pliers (97 52 42) for solar cable connectors MC4/MC4 EVO 2. All new items are now available at select distributors across North America.
More information about the latest innovations can be found on the KNIPEX Tools North America website and YouTube channel.