Iowa Mold Tooling

Tire manipulators revampeds

Iowa Mold Tooling has revamped its lineup of TireHand tire manipulators, including adding two new models. The units are available in loader or forklift truck-mounted options and provide capacities ranging from 5,500 to 36,000 pounds. The two new models – the TH20K167 and TH36K164 – offer 20,000 and 36,000 pounds of capacity, respectively. Design enhancements include an optimized pad design that features a new grip pattern and tapering; increased arm length to reach the back flange on the wheels; a minimized arm profile to reduce interference with chassis components; dual pinion pad rotation; and 100-degree cylinder body rotation that moves the center of gravity closer to the machine, allowing a smaller loader to be used.

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Evonik /Dynavis

Reduces fuel consumption

The high-performance multi-grade hydraulic fluid branded as “Equivis FE” developed with Evonik Oil Additives’ Dynavis Technology by Total Lubricants launched on Oct. 1. The hydraulic fluid, which will be distributed globally, boasts fuel economy as a top benefit. Fuel consumption is reduced by 5 to 30 percent, according to a series of field tests, says the manufacturer.

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VACUWORX

Vacuum-based concrete barrier lifter

Now there is a vaccuum-based lifter designed for handling and placing concrete traffic barriers. Vacuworx’s lifter is made to work with a variety of host equipment and to function on road or in confined spaces with mobility restrictions. It works with all barrier sizes and has a four-to-one safe working load capacity of 7,500 pounds. The lifter is completely self-contained, with an integrated diesel engine. It operates with a matched tolerance gearing system that permits optimum operation for both the engine and vacuum pump, helping to create maximum continuous output and longer run life.

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