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These 25 products were among the 100 most-requested products you, our reader S7 in 2010. Whether you requested more infortion by sending in the reader ser vice card, or through product Sinks at PTEN's Online Buyer's Guide, we've compiled these tools R listening to you. Of special note is Induction Inno vation's Minictor Coil Kit, the top-requested product in 2010's Top 100 Most Wanted. For the list of all T op 100 Most W anted products, go to http://directory.pten.com.

Visit www.fleetmag.com/einquiry and enter 42Each tool in the Titan Professional Tools' Free Spinning T-Handle Set has an adjustable anodized sleeve equipped with ball bearings to allow for free spinning. With this unobstructed movement, users can tighten and loosen fasteners at a fraction of the time while still maintaining constant pressure. Sizes available include: 1/4'', 3/8'', 1/2'' and bit driver.* Provides 95 percent nitrogen purity out of the nozzle.Thexton Manufacturing's 90-degree Electronic Back Probe Kit, No. THX 490-90, features sharp, small diameter probes that slide along the wire into the connector to back probe circu� its. Bent at 90 degrees with longer, more durable pins than the original 490 kit. No need to disconnect the connector or terminal. The 490-90 kit includes 20 of the probes in five color s.Visitwww.fleetmag.com/einquiryand enter 34Stanley Railroad ProductsSK 15 ROTARY SCREW COMPRESSOR SERIES* Membrane life expectancy betw een 40,00055,000 tire top-offs.E-Z Red's 12-in-l E-Z Wrench Set, No. RW12, eases oil changes by eliminating guessing on drain plug sizes. Features:"Another interest of PortaCo is to improve our fuel economy of powerpacks and help to control spark on applicable tools. We continue to use the earth as an ally to save our green planet," said Wilson.Visit www.fleetmag.com/einquiry and enter 32Circle 1 I on inquiry card or click E-INQUIRY at PTEN.comFor simple, compound bendsLegacy's Flexzilla Push Lock Series of air hifcaa? a ? RrriLUflgsiffi ? QWs'txaer ~ "s to make custom length hose assemblies easily . Repairs can be made in seconds without any special tools or clamps. The Series fittings, couplers and plugs are reusable. To make hose repairs, simply cut out the damaged section of hose and remove the reusable Push Lock fittings. Inser t the fitting into the undamaged hose using a light air tool oil or r ubbing alcohol.Circle 1 05 on inquiry card or click E INQUIRY at PTEN.comConvert ratchets to measure torqueLLG-5 ENGINE HEATER TESTERRTI Technologies' NitroPR 0 NTO-200 Nitrogen Tire Top-Off System w as de veloped to pro vide a lightw eight, por table and cost-effective tool for nitrogen tire top-off ser vice and individual tire con versions. It can be used for nitrogen inflation of smaller pneumatic tires Nk e bicycle, motorcycle and lawn and garden implement tires. Features:Hougen Manufacturing, Inc., Trak-Star[R] rail products division produces an assortment of gas-powered and electric rail drills, a rail saw and all the sockets, bits and tool holders needed.Visit www.fleetmag.com/einquiry and enter 38The RAVAmerica Bluetooth Truck Alignment System utilizes wireless data transfer using patented Bluetooth technology. Equipment set-up and measuring can be accomplished in four minutes. This system offers step-by-step alignment software to manage a wide variety of vehicle applications and axle configurations. Quick clamp wheel adapters require no runout compensation and reference the wheel's center for precise measurement. Four optical CCD infrared measuring devices fasten to the vehicle wheels using the center referencing quick clamps as an interface. The system is PC-driven and managed with a Windows operating system.Safety is Matweld's top concern, not just with its new products, but with its entire product line.Birkholz also mentions that while RRP's focus in sales and service is being directed toward more field service support for its customers, safety is always the first consideration in the design of every tool the company builds.Adjustable socket replaces 23 tools* Two rechargeable batter y barrels and chargers.3/8'' CORDLESS IMPACT WRENCHMatweldValco Cincinnati has un veiled their Peeler tool for remo ving silicone gasket material and other residue. The company feels their ne w tool is faster than knives or scraper s due to a selfleveling conical blade that won't gouge surfaces. Additional features include a freely rotating blade and an impro ved handle for greater control.* Use on drain plugs for rears, drive axles, transfer cases and more.HEAVY DUTY FORM-A-FUNNEL"Equipment needs are continually changing due to safety concerns or procedures. These changes require manufacturers to be able to evolve their product line to comply and/or demonstrate safer and more dependable solutions for the work force's day-to-day operations," said Hellkamp. "Lightweight, safe and cost-effective while achieving productivity out of the equipment is always the area of focus when we are developing tools for the railroad. Safety is a primary concern in every aspect of our lives; hand-held tools are not an exception."The W orx All-Natural Hand Cleaner offer s a costeffective, pow erful industrial hand cleaner with a totally biodegradable and safe formula.Racatac Products offers the Kneeling - Sitting Creeper, No. 01RAC3, enabling users to scoot around on their knees instead of crawling. It allows users to move in a kneeling, leaned over or kneeling/sitting position while taking pressure off of knees, feet and back. Features include strong, lightweight aluminum construction, 3" casters, adjustable seat, tool tray and an attachable chest support. Weighs 8 lbs, with a weight capacity of 300 lbs.Automatic battery maintainer* Seven K2 Luxeon white LEDsWilson gives rail maintenance in the form of thermite welding as one example of how PortaCo and thermite welding suppliers have used innovative ideas to equate to great cost savings for customers.* Grips and removes damaged, roundedoff and rusty nuts and bolts.Modern Track MachineryEasily top off or sasJ transmissionsHe continued, "Communication is essential to know what has to change to be a provider of these products to [railroads]. As an ISO certified company, we strive to build the best products for the railroad industry and offer complete support after the sale by our team. Not only do we have direct factory support but also have one of the best and well-respected sales staff with ESCO Equipment Service Company representing and supporting our products. Combined years of experience in our group serving the railroad industry exceed 200 years. Individuals in our staff have from 35 to 10 years each experience. This type of experience in the industry supporting our products and the railroads is an important factor we believe our customers appreciate."Visitwww.fleetmag.com/einquiryand enter 36* 4x Spot or Ix flood operation.Matweld, Inc., along with Railtech Boutet, has brought to market the Rail Pre-Heater. The Rail Pre-heater is a lightweight and easy to use tool for heating rail ends before they are welded together. It uses bottled propane gas, features a hydraulically-driven blower and is designed to be safe and economical to use.Twist ring control for high/low modes.PortaCo"Safe operation is always the Number One priority with our tooling," said Buys. "During our engineering and design phase we are always seeking to develop hand tools that are safe to use and easy to carry. Hougen Mfg. looks to the railroad industry for input and incorporates this feedback into the tools themselves. The railroad industry focuses on safety first and, as a supplier, we should, and do, follow that example."14.4V COMBO KIX NO. DCK413CBLUETOOTH TRUCK ALIGNMENT SYSTEM* Maintains even and equal force.The Snap-on Heavy Duty TechAngle Torque and Angle Wrench, No. ATECH4R600, eliminates the need for angle gauges and protractors. The digital readout displays a torque setting and, with a push of a button, switches to the angle mode. Other features include audible and tactile preset alerts, comfortable non-slip grip handle, sealed ratchet head, low battery indicator and auto shutoff after two minutes idle.* Replaces more than 23 sock ets freo m 3/8" to 3/4" and 10mm to 19mm.Mini-Ductor Coil KitSnap-on's 3/8'' 7.2V Cordless Impact Wrench Kit, No. CT561, offers power, performance and comfort. The impact wrench has an oversized forward/reverse trigger, high-impact nylon housing and a soft-grip handle for more control and less fatigue. The kit includes two 7.2V battery packs, a charger and a storage case. The CT561DB impact wrench is a time-saver well suited to tight areas like under-dash work, and speeds removal/installation of valve covers, splash shields, inner fenders, oil pans and all small-to-medium size fasteners.Circle 1 03 on inquiry card or click ?-INQUIRY at PTEN.comBirkholz notes that RRP's business is driven from year-to-year by short-lines, contractors and transit authorities. Year-to-year sales are more volatile with this market segment of customers as opposed to Class 1 railroads. Sales have improved over last year and Birkholz expects the trend to continue. He points out that the company is developing more business from Class 1 railroads as its tools are becoming approved.* Reversible, 180-degree flex heads.Cembre Inc. manufactures a variety of impact wrenches, retaining circlips, tie drills, trolleys and rail drills. Chris Drew, vice president of sales at Cembre, notes that Cembre impact wrenches are ergonomically built for use in vertical and horizontal positions. This allows for safe use on both installation and removal of lag screws and track bolts.The ESCO High Tonnage/High Lift Jack, with five new models available, offers lifting capacities of 100 tons to 250 tons. All models are air/hydraulic powered and balanced for easy moving, on 13'' pneumatic tires/wheels. Jacks include stored lift extension saddles for easy adjustments to various lifting heights of 5'', 9'' and 12''. Each jack offers a maximum width of 23''. Lifting stroke on the five models range from 14.5'' to 22.75''.Visit www.fleetmag.com/einquiry and enter 40

Mityvac's ATF Refill Kit, No. MVA7216 (for use with its Fluid Evacuator Plus, No. MVA7201), converts the fluid e vacuator into a con venient system for refilling or topping off sealed automatic transmissions. The refill hose connects directly to the vacuum/ pressure por t on the MV7201 and requires no modifications. Features include: