What's New
At this year's Tradesman's Expo!
Be at the Adelaide show 21-22-23 May 2010 to enter the IRWIN 'Ultimate Tradesman Challenge' and prove to yourself and your mates that you have what it takes to be South Australia's top tradie!
If you post the best time and accuracy in completing a series of GRIP IT! RIP IT!; and DRILL IT! tasks, IRWIN will send you to represent South Australia in the IRWIN UTC AUS/NZ Finals at the Sydney 500 V8's race meeting, in Homebush. There you'll be playing it off against the country's best for the Australia/New Zealand title and a trip to the US for the chance to WIN USD$1,000,000!
Go to the Irwin Tradesman's Challenge page for more info!
There's a Bigger & Better Toolshop at this year's EXPO!
SA Alltools is a specialist supplier of quality power and hand tools to the South Australian construction, housing, agricultural, mechanical / automotive and mining industries.
Established over twenty years ago, SA ALLTOOLS has grown to be one of Adelaide's most respected tool specialist's. A South Australian family owned company with two bargain packed outlets and more on the drawing board, they were instrumental in the formation of Australia's newest buying group "THE TOOL GROUP" giving customers even better everyday bargains!!
SA Alltools understand the market and today's requirements in South Australia for quality, price and service. They will have on sale, the most comprehensive range of the latest, most technologically advanced trade tools from the Big Trade Brands such as Makita, Milwaukee, Bosch, De Walt, Hitachi, Metabo, Paslode, SP Tools, Irwin, Cooper, K'Archer, Sidchrome, Stanley and Kincrome, Make your end of financial year tool purchases during the expo weekend and save with the once a year bonus buys from all the Big Trade Brand tool manufacturers. At the Expo it can also be 'hands on' with a unique venue to view, operate and compare brands of trade quality hand, air, electric and petrol powered tools, all at one location. The tradesman's expo represents a great opportunity to see first hand the latest models with innovative features to make the tradesman's task faster and the final result more professional. SA Alltools has more than 40 manufacturer product representatives on hand to answer any queries and demonstrate how advances in technology can and will make your job easier. So there is no better opportunity to make the decision to upgrade some of the 'old faithful' tools in the ute, toolbox or workshop than over the expo weekend.
Aussie Redback Storage Systems -
*First time seen in South Australia!
First released in Australia in 2005. The Redback cabinets, drawer units and shelves all fit into a unique recessed beam system which results in simple and quick assembly. With two different bay widths units and only 13 different components, a huge number of designs can be assembled to suit your storage needs in the workshop, garage, office and industrial premises. The units are free standing, so they don't need to be bolted down or bolted to a wall. In fact the only bolts in the whole system are to hold the work bench top down. Each shelf will support 300kg of evenly spread weight.
Redback Storage Systems are currently looking for a South Australian distributor. If you are interested see Andrew or Bill at the show... or visit www.redbackstoragesystems.com.au.
And remember there is always room for one more Redback in your shed.
NEW! Schaffer Mini Loader
The new Schaffer 2336 weighs in at 2.2 tonnes and is able to do some serious earthmoving with plenty of leverage on the ground for pushing, levelling and scooping.
The Schaffer 2336 is very easy to drive as all the controls are on the joystick. It is fully built in Germany, with constant 4WD limited slip differentials, a 4 cylinder water cooled 36hp diesel and Lamellae wet pack service free brakes.
The 2336 has a massive lift capacity for a very compact loader, with a safe working load of 600kg, a tipping load, articulated, of 1200kg and a tipping load straight of 1475kg.
You can see the new 2336 and many other new model loaders at this years show!
Sumner Tools, Top Quality, Great all around Contractor Lift!
Made in the USA and unmatched as one of the best all around contractor lifts in the world, the quality Sumner Contractor 2100 Series of Lifting Equipment features taller mast heights with fewer mast sections. So it's generally lighter and surprisingly less expensive than most of its competitors. Made of the best materials and backed by the Sumner name, SUMNER TOOLS work harder so you can work SMARTER!
See this and 100's more new and different trade products at this years National Tradesmans Expo - Adelaide Showgrounds 21-22-23 May 2010.www.ntx.com.au
More Than Just WACKERS At This Years Expo! 
Did you know that Wacker Neuson is a world leader in light and compact construction equipment? Well known in Australia for it's vibrating plates, rollers, concrete vibrators, pumps and the famous Wacker Rammer, Wacker Neuson have recently released their European range of compact excavators and skid-steers to contractor/operators in Australia. 
So for the first time in Adelaide, this new range of skiddies and excavators will be on show to compare against the country's best. And with features like the unique VDS (Vertical Digging System) that allows the superstructure to tilt up to 15 degrees and high-demand 'PowerFlow' auxiliary hydraulics, with 'PowerRide' load suspension, Wacker Neuson are launching some great innovations to go with their exceptional expo deals.
TRADE IN - YOU'RE OLD SAW for a new one with the best saw blades in the world!
A new, revolutionary and professional approach to sawing! The new Bahco ERGOTM saw handle and wide range of interchangeable blades create a truly flexible system never seen before! The new Asymmetric handle design means no pressure points and stops the hand sliding on the handle, covered with thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) material offering optimum friction and a warm feel. The angles and position of the handle in relation to the blade teeth reduces sawing forces and increases efficiency. Now adapted to fit hand size, this handle is available in two different sizes*
The high quality aluminium body and blade locking system - ensures no play between handle and blade. The range of the saw blades is extensive and comes with a unique patented 'XT toothing' for efficiency and comfort... saving the users energy!
Interested in trading in your old hand saw... then bring it to the show and trade it in for a NEW! Bahco ERGO Saw handle (Valued at $45) and pickup a blade or two at a Mates Rates price... available in two versions - for right or left-handed users.
NEW OZBROACH high speed steel broach cutter suits most Mag Drills
AUSTRALIAN MADE Ozbroach are releasing a new steel broach cutter at this year's show, that has a redesigned mounting system to allow for fitment to almost all other brands of mag based drills... It fits all side lock arbours and most quick release style chucks.. Ozbroach cutters make holes 3 times faster than a twist drill and you end up with a much longer working life... If you're drilling heaps of large holes... these cutters require much less power to make much more accurate holes and can be sharpened many times keeping costs to a minimum. For more information visit the Ozbroach rep at the SA Alltools Toolshop for the right price and advice...
More than just BATTERY'S!
This year BATTERY WORLD will be featuring and demonstrating more than just battery's with a couple of new products ready for release. The BUSH POWER G1000I Generator and the MATSON 12/240 volt Fridge Freezer Range are perfectly suited to the needs of today's mobile contractors and tradesmen. The G1000I is a low noise, 4 Stroke, 1KVA Inverter Generator, featuring a 1000watt peak power from a sturdy but light weight 15Kg with great fuel efficiency.
Fridge Freezers are readily available these days, however there is more to the Matson 45L Fridge/Freezer than meets the eye. The Heart of this economical and very reliable fridge/freezer is a quality Electrolux® Domus Compressor backed up by a 3 year warranty. So this baby is ideal for Camping, 4WD, Marine and the day to day demands of most Tradesmen.
Matson representatives will be on hand over the three days on the Battery World Stand for demonstrations and to answer all performance and technical questions.
Announcing Skillers new Tactical Flexi Vest & Super Light Holster Pockets Pants with kneepad pockets!
The new Skillers Flexi Vest is a cutting edge ergonomic design which allows you to totally fit out how you think will work best for you!
The next generation Super Lightweight Holster Pocket Pants with kneepad pockets are half the weight of normal work pants yet still super tough! The style, look and functionality are unprecedented!
For new live 30 second product demo's of this new gear go to www.proskill.com.au then see them launched live at the expo!
Grouts a Grower at Kennards Concrete Care!
Concrete Care a specialist division of Kennards, will be displaying the new S5 Putzmeister Grout and Mortar Pump at this years expo!
A first to the Aussie Hire Industry, the new Mixer Pump is a modular systems with a piggy back mixer that mixes, pumps and sprays a range of products including fibre mortar, fibreglass concrete, textured plasters, injection mortar, floor screed, mortars, fireproof materials and self levelling cements at 70Lp/min and up to a height of 60mtrs with aggregate materials up to 6 mm grain size.
The new S5 has been put through its paces recently, being hired to grout a rail deck, mortar stone pitching and spraying a water tank. It came back with some great feedback suggesting it more than paid for itself by saving plenty of time and money... This little beautie can handle just about anything... Used on a Mine Site expansion job recently... it pumped out an amazing 4,000 bags of grout!
New narrow Mustang Skiddie arrives in Oz!!!
USA bred Mustang branded skid steers, will be releasing their smallest and most compact production model at this years Tradesmans expo!
This new model is powered by a Yanmar 3 cylinder diesel engine developing 17.9 kw @ 2400 which gives excellent fuel economy and when fitted with 5.70 x 12 tyres will have an overall width of just 909 mm. So this little Muscle machine will be ideal for manoeuvring through alleys, narrow doorways, aisles and corridors... With an operating weight of 1352kg and a dump height of 1836mm, the auxiliary hydraulics deliver 34lpm (which will run most small auxiliary attachments), this little baby is perfect for Plumbers, Demolition Contractors and Agricultural use.. Super-compact is 909mmW x 1897mm H x 2576 mm L.
New Insulated Shovel Range!
The new Spear & Jackson Insulated Shovel Range is a collection of professional grade shovels, designed to reduce the risk of personal injury when working near live cables. The integrated 'shaft hand stop' prevents the hand slipping onto the forged head and with two layers of insulating material, this is the one of the safest shovels in the world!.
Featuring three head types, Square, Round and Trench, the UV stabilised poly-fibre shafts on these units are Oil, chemical and water resistant. All shovels come with boot treading and are individually tested to 10,000 volts for piece of mind, when working on or near live cables and wires... and for extra added safety... when the orange of the handle and shaft starts to turn yellow (after a few years of hearty professional use) it actually indicates when you should upgrade it! Come in and check out the special deal we can do at the show!
Have you got what it takes to be the State's Top Excavator Operator?
Civil Train, in conjunction with the Civil Contractors Federation SA Branch, offers you the opportunity to prove your skills using their brand new Volvo Excavator Simulator at this years National Tradesman's Expo. This is a unique opportunity to be one of the first plant operators in Australia to use Civil Train's new Volvo Excavator Simulator in the heat of competition. To be one of the selected licensed operators, given the chance to show us what you can do! Entries can be submitted by downloading the "2010 Top Gun Excavator Operator Challenge" registration form at www.civiltrainsa.com.au or www.ntx.com.au. This is your chance to prove you have what it takes to be the fastest and most accurate operator in the heat of competition and recognized as South Australia's best! Conditions apply.
ADELAIDE UTE SHOW - Adelaide Showgrounds Sat22-Sun23 May 2010
We are very pleased to announce the launch of the "Adelaide Ute Show" to be held at the Adelaide's Wayville Showgrounds 10am - 6pm Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd May 2010.
The Adelaide Ute Show n Shine arena (Goyder Pavilion) will be filled with many proud ute owners showcasing some of Australia's finest utes. They will be competing in twelve different categories including the exclusive award for Adelaide's Best Ute - 2010. This Ute Show & Shine event promises to be bigger and better than any show before and has been organised in conjunction with the National Tradesmans Expo!
From pure grunt machines to utes with everything that opens and shuts! And gleaming customs to amazing detailing, they will all be there for thousands of people to admire. With the added attraction of the National Tradesmans Expo and a vast array of trade and food stalls, it will be a perfect weekend for the anyone who is in to utes! tools! and machinery!
For more information visit www.adelaideuteshow.com.au or www.ntx.com.
What's New this year from ACCU-LINE INDUSTRIES AUSTRALIA
Ever heard of CAD on a CLIPBOARD? CLICK HERE for DEMO
Introducing an Australian first - a unique patented drawing system that allows you to draw straight lines freehand! Made from high quality polycarbonate made and manufactured in the USA. Stand out from the rest using the Accu-line Drawing Grid. Extremely useful for many trades and professions as well as students. For timesaving and accuracy in drawing, look no further!
308D CR The NEW Mini Hydraulic Excavator with Swing Boom from CAT!
This Caterpillar® 308D CR SB machine is engineered to offer the versatility of a swing boom machine front linkage in a durable compact radius design. Attention to operator comfort and ease of maintenance ensures both productivity and lower operating costs.
Features
- Controllability - Perfectly balanced front linkage geometry and hydraulics deliver a high level of control for landscaping and fine grading.
- Performance - High digging forces and load sensing hydraulics provide high levels of productivity
- Compact Radius - The compact radius and swing boom design gives greater versatility and reduces the risk of damage when working in a tight space.
- Comfort and Ease of Operation - The large spacious cab includes air conditioning as standard and an easy clean floor with joystick mounted auxiliary swing functions.
- Work Tools - Wide selection of Cat Work Tools are matched to meet your application needs.
Visit Cavpower's stand and ask about the special introductory offer on the new 308D CR SB.
S800TX
STAND TALL AND TAKE CONTROL
Experience a new level of performance and versatility with the S800TX mini skid-steer from Vermeer.
Armed with best-in-class tipping load capacity (1089kg) and 35hp Kubota diesel power, the S800TX is ready for the demands of today's jobsites.
Whilst maintaining a width of just 1030mm on a dedicated track undercarriage, a hinge pin height of 2146mm and dual flow hydraulic circuits delivering up to 53LPM at 3000psi the S800TX will be the most useful tool you will have at your disposal.
On today's jobsites, flexibility is the key. The S800TX achieves this with a universal attachment mounting plate, quick hydraulic connects and an arsenal of available attachments. Simply hook up and go.
The S800TX is specifically designed for operation in confined areas. Operators will appreciate the protection of the machine's dedicated stand-on platform, as well as the exceptional jobsite visibility.
To view this amazing machine and our other stand-on Vermeer models... visit us at stand 608.
NEW CANTER ECO HYBRID
New 3 litre DOHC 16 valve engine provides both performance & efficiency when mated with the electric motor, complying with ADR80/03.
- 35 kW electric motor/generator is located between the clutch & gearbox to allow it to power the vehicle with clutch disengaged.
- Automated manual transmission combines the simplicity of a manual gearbox with the benefits of automated gear changes.
- Gear selector/gear level allows vehicle to be driven in manual or automated mode.
- The latest technology high density Lithiumion battery.
- Dedicated radiator for high voltage equipment to ensure reliability & durability
Visit CMV Truck Sales at Stand 408.
