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54 | www.cedmag.com | Construction Equipment Distribution | March 2014 New & Improved Adding to its extensive pump line is a new small range of WEDA dewatering pumps from Atlas Copco, including the WEDA04 and WEDA08, which provide drain- age pumping; the WEDA08S for sludge pumping, and the WEDA04B for low suction pumping. The new WEDA04 is equipped with a 400-watt electric motor. A 750-watt electric motor is powers the WEDA08. Both models feature a polyurethane semi-vortex impeller, which reduces the risk of clogging. In addition the models are designed with built-in motor protection, high torque capaci- tor and a three-terminal automatic cutoff to prevent motor overload and dry burning. With a rubber-coated bottom plate to protect against scratches or damages, the WEDA04B residual pump has the ability to pump down to 1 millimeter of water and is suited for applications requiring low-suction pumping. Equipped with a 750-watt electric motor and a vortex cast-iron impeller, the WEDA08S sludge pump is specifically designed for difficult sand and mud applications. Using a three-bolt disassembling design, particles and debris up to 25 millimeters can go through the pump housing with minimal wear. These portable pumps come with easy plug-ins and smooth and threaded discharge with each new model designed with an outer jacket for cooling. A triple shaft seal assures long life, and the semi-vortex wet end minimizes maintenance. All feature dry running capability. For more information visit www.atlascopco.us Maeda Offers Four Mini-Crawler Cranes in 2014 Maeda USA offers four mini- crawler cranes that are compliant with all OSHA and ASME B30.5 standards for mobile cranes, and engines that conform to current EPA emissions standards. According to the company, the outrigger-equipped "spider" mini- cranes can fit through doorways for indoor use; can reach as high as 68-feet; have rated capacities up to 4.2 tons; and specialize in limited access and tight work space lifting. The MC series three models include units with dual power (diesel/ electric and gasoline/LPG), and a new optional auxiliary winch with high rope capacity allowing operation from rooftops as far as 330 feet below the machine. Other options include a jib style searcher hook boom extension, a fixed mounted man basket, fly jib attachment, and a remote controlled manipulator vacuum device for placement of glass, steel plate, or smooth stone. All MC models come standard with wireless radio remote control, moment limiter safety systems with load indicator, heavy duty black or non-marking white rubber tracks, three sheave hook blocks and various other features. The company also offers the LC785M-8, a 5.4 ton capacity telescop- ing boom crawler with a no-outrigger design offering a 67-foot maxi- mum tip height and near zero tail swing. The LC model is similar in size and design to the mini-excavators, except equipped with a telescopic boom and hook. The LC785M-8 has a front blade attachment and stowed swing away fly-jib attachment. For more information visit www.maedausa.com Atlas Copco Introduces New WEDA Small Range Pumps Both are portable with easy plug-ins. New Stump Removal Tool from Leading Edge Attachments Leading Edge Attachment's new stump removal tool, The Stumpira- nha, is designed to replace stump grinding. It allows for complete stump removal without leaving grindings or remains that can cause sinkholes. Manufactured in the U.S., the Stumpiranha is a patented attachment to an excavator or backhoe that allows cutting and ripping under the stump from the roots. It features high strength T1 alloy steel for abusive, abrasive and cold weather conditions. Staggered sharp pointed blades cut the roots under the stump one pointed blade at a time, thus allowing the maximum cutting force to be achieved. The vertical arms of The Stumpiranha straddle the stump while the blades rip the roots below allowing the stump to be removed completely, only leaving the ends of the roots. The stump can then be scooped up and loaded into a truck, without leaving insect infested grindings at the site. For more information visit www.stumpiranha.com