Accubid Releases Pocket WorkOrder™
Accubid is pleased to announce the release of Pocket WorkOrder™, a handheld solution for service contractors. With Pocket WorkOrder, service technicians can complete work orders and capture the client’s signature while still at the job site. They can record the material used, input the labor hours, general expenses and subcontract costs, and electronically record the client’s signature of approval. Service technicians can synchronize Pocket WorkOrder with Time & Material Billing— Accubid’s desktop solution for service management—either back at the office or remotely at their home office. They can download new work orders and upload completed ones. Back at the office, the service contractor can print or e-mail detailed professional reports and invoices.
Pocket WorkOrder runs on any portable device that uses Microsoft's Pocket PC 2002 or Windows Mobile 2003 operating system.
For more information, visit www.accubid.com.
Bosch Power Band Auger Bits Put Power Where It Counts
Bosch introduces the new Bosch Type I Power Band Spur and Type II Power Band Ship Auger Bit line. The Bosch Power Band Tip focuses drilling power toward each bit’s super-sharp cutting edge.
The Bosch Type I Power Band Spur Auger Bit line ranges in size from 1/4, to 1-1/2” diameters and 7-1/2, 13 and 17” overall lengths. While both types of bits utilize their screw point tip to pull themselves into either soft or hard woods, the Bosch Spur Auger utilizes a cutting spur to cut clean, fast holes for applications unlikely to encounter nails or staples. Low-friction, solid center flutes with black-oxide coating reduces chip clogging and provides added rigidity.
The Bosch Type II Power Band Ship Augers include diameters ranging from 3/8 to 1-1/2” and overall lengths of 7-1/2, 17 and 24”. Bosch engineered this bit’s heavy duty cutting edge and self-feeding screw point of these new bits to cut right through such impediments in soft or hard wood.
For more information, visit www.boschusa.com.
New! Expanded Color Offering for Flame-Resistant Twill Shirt
Carhartt’s flame-resistant 7oz twill shirt is now offered in dark navy. Premium features include a button-down collar made with FR melamine buttons, a relaxed fit for added comfort and mobility, two chest pockets, and double-stitched shoulders for increased durability.
Carhartt’s twill shirt was introduced in khaki, medium blue was added last year, and now dark navy is immediately available. All of Carhartt’s flame-resistant twill shirts have an ATPV of 8.2 and meets ASTM, OSHA and NFPA-70E requirements.
And all Carhartt FR is guaranteed to be flame-resistant for the life of the garment.
New Textbook Addressing insulation Resistance Testing
American Technical Publishers, Inc., announces a new textbook, produced in cooperation with Fluke Corporation, that provides a comprehensive view of the latest information on the safe, efficient, and practical use of insulation resistance test instruments. Insulation Resistance Testing is an instructional tool and reference that presents an overview of typical electrical test instruments used for installation tests, process equipment operation, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.
Personal protective equipment is depicted based on requirements specified in the National Fire Protection Association standard NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. Required safety practices and common industrial applications are emphasized throughout the book. Factoids, Technical Tips, and Safety Tips throughout the text complement the content.
For more information call 708-957-1100.
Leviton Expands Line of Labor-Saving Wire Lead Receptacles with New Industrial Grade Series
Leviton has expanded its line of Industrial Wiring Devices with a new series of wire lead receptacles which help spare time and costs by eliminating the need to strip wires or tighten terminals with every installation.
The new models, 5262-L and 5362-L, offer the same rugged construction and reliability as Leviton’s Industrial Grade 5262-S/5362-S series of duplex receptacles, and include three 6” #12 AWG THHN wire leads. They feature a heavy-gauge, locked-in, wrap-around strap, dual drive pins, and a die cast center bushing for added strength.
Receptacle bodies and covers are made from impact-resistant thermoplastic, and come in seven different colors. They are available in either 15 or 20 Amp straight blade models, with 2-pole, 3-wire grounding, and phosphor bronze contacts. All receptacles are NEMA, CSA, and UL Fed Spec WC-596 rated.
For more information, visit www.leviton.com.
Products for the Jobsite
As the weather turns cold in a few months, here are several new products that will keep your readers warm and protected on the jobsite from the harshest elements.
Gorgonz Industrial and Pro Ear Warmers offer a more durable and warm buffer between cold ears and harsh weather conditions. All styles have a breathable, warm fleece inner lining and an adjustable behind-the-head frame.
Professional tradesmen demand warmth, protection and tactility from their cold weather work gloves to get the job done right. Gorgonz Performance Cold Weather Work Gloves feature Thinsulate™ Insulation made form micro-fibers that provide a breathable moisture-resistant layer that results in the warmest, thinnest, insulation available. With parts made of Toughtek®, a tire-like material, these gloves act as armor for the hand. And with the Exhanle™ Heating System, you use your breath for an extra burst of warmth on your hands.
Leviton Cam Connectors Supply Dockside Power at US Navy 
Shoreline Stations
Leviton’s ECT Single Pole Cam-Type Connectors are being used by the U.S. Navy to supply dockside power at naval bases. Leviton’s non-switched (22R26) and switched (22R28) series Latching Ball Nose Panel Receptacles are now listed in the new United Facilities Guide Specification (UFGS) 16145.
The devices feature an exclusive15-degree angled panel mount design (female), with protective cap, micro switch (22R28), unique UV-resistant Santoprene TM thermoplastic rubber insulation, and threaded stud termination. The 22R26 and 22R28 receptacles are rated for 600 volts and 690 amperes continuous-duty operation at 60 hertz.
For more information visit www.leviton.com.
New Overcurrent/Reclosing Relay Offers Advanced Protection, Integration, and Communications for Industrial Applications
SEL-551C Overcurrent/Reclosing Relay with mixed I/O connections and optional front-panel communications port enables easier system integration plus simplified engineering access for monitoring, changing settings, and downloading fault data.
The new SEL-551C Relay combines complete overcurrent protection and multi-shot reclosing to protect lines and equipment using a sensitive and secure mix of phase, negative-sequence, and ground overcurrent elements.
The SEL-551C Relay enables easy integration into industrial protection and control schemes with Modbus RTU protocol. A rear serial communications port is available as either an EIA-232 or an EIA-485 interface.
The SEL-551C Relay also provides high-speed operation, even with high fault current and severe CT saturation, using the SEL Adaptive Overcurrent Element for improved protective response.
For more information, visit www.selinc.com.
Outdoor Digital Photosensor Features Single or Multi-Zone Exterior Lighting Control
The Outdoor Digital Photosensor, from Lighting Control & Design, is designed for single-zone or multi-zone exterior lighting control applications. Global control properties make it ideal for both simple and complex site lighting controls. 
The Outdoor Photosensor may be placed up to 250’ from its control card which sits on a data bus with the panels and relays to be controlled. Readings from the Photosensor may be used to trigger up to 14 different sets of relays in any panel or panels on the data bus.
The Outdoor Photosensor is protected by a hood and suitable for wet locations. Readout is digitally displayed at the DTC clock or remotely at a PC operating LC&D’s Unity ™ lighting control software.
For more information, visit www.lightingcontrols.com
Klein Toos' Two-Piece Performance Set includes a Free Racing T-Shirt
Klein Tools now offers a limited-edition two-piece performance set (Cat. No. 80105) that includes a pair of Journeyman heavy-duty cutting long-nose pliers (Cat. No. J203-8N) and a Journeyman crimping/cutting tool. The promotional set also includes a free Klein Tools raving compressed t-shirt featuring Klein Tools-sponsored #26 Indy race car driven byu Dan Wheldron. With wire stripping capabilities, Klein Tools' Journemyan heavy-duty cutting long nose pliers have extended handles giving users more reach and leverage. A slim head deisgn works well in confined areas. The durable design gives the pliers grater cutting pwoer, and the hot-riveted joint ensures smooth action without handle wobble. Klein Tools' Hourenyman crimping/cuitting tool can crimp bnoth insuilared and non-insulated 10 to 22 AWG solderlss terminans and connectors. A tapered nose design helps users work in confined areas. The hit-riveted joint also helps ensure conrotable use with smooth ation and no handle wobble. Both Jourenyman tools feature a dual-material handle design that gives the tool a better, more comfortable grip without sacrificiing handle strength or durability. The soft, outer-surface handle material feels mroe comfortable in the hand and provides a firmer grip. The harder black material on the inner-surface and handle ends is designed for extra toughness and durability in harsh work environments.
Centralized Emergency Lighting Inverter
Controlled Power Company is introducing its new UltraLITE Model ELU centarlized emergency lighting inverter. Meeting the NFPA 101 and NFPA 111 standards, the UltraLITE considered Life Safety EQuipment. This UL 924 listed Model ELU provides uninterruptible, regulated, continuous sinewave output for use with 'normally on' lighting fixtures and exit lamps, as well as standby output for use with 'normally off' emergency lighting fixtures. True, online double-conversion topology provides conditioned, regulated power, and 100% reliability to emergency lighting loads.
