








By RPN Staff
The following are products recently introduced to the rental market, as well as models which have undergone significant changes.
Takeuchi TB153FR Compact Excavator
The 12,450-lb. TB153FR has a 12-ft. 10-in. maximum dig depth and an 11,076-lbf. bucket breakout force. Zero tailswing and a side-to-side (STS) offset boom system enable slewing 360 degrees within inches of the machine width.The Interference Prevention System controls boom range of motion to prevent bucket from contacting the operator's station, while step-down travel motors automatically shift from high to low speed during turning or ascending of a steep grade. Unit is powered by an emissions-compliant, 38.8-hp Yanmar engine.
Systematic 6.0
Texada Software introduces Systematic Rental Management (SRM) Version 6.0 which offers a choice of support for Oracle SQL or Microsoft SQL. Smart Billing provides faster revenue collection and improved cash flow by automatically recognizing the optimal time to bill for a contract. Counter operations have been improved through a new user interface with faster search and contracts workflow that reduces the number of keystrokes needed to serve customers. Also included in the over 160 new features is effective job costing that tracks revenue and expense by customer, site and job thus allowing for accurate budgeting and General Ledger integrated reporting.
Makita 16" Power Cutter
Makita USA offers its new 81cc 16" power cutter featuring a five-stage filter system with Advanced Directional Air Flow. Unit offers a reinforced aluminum blade guard with a 70-degree range of limitless positioning. The starter grip and decompression valve are located on the same side for faster starting.
Rayco Super Crawlers
The C130 • C140 Super Crawlers from Rayco are designed to shred through dense undergrowth or rip through a stump. Powered by 130-hp Deutz or 140-hp John Deere engiens, unit features a two-speed track-driven undercarriage. Other features include load sense hydraulics, pilot-operated joystick controls and ergonomically designed heated/air conditioned cab.