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DCA Members "Cautiously Optimistic" About 2009 Market

Despite a troubled economy that is causing problems in many segments of construction, 2008 ended strong for most members of the Distribution Contractors Association (DCA).

Vactor Manufacturing HydroSurge

The Vactor HydroSurge high-performance cleaning nozzle handles a variety of large pipe cleaning and maintenance applications.

Keyhole Technology: SIMCO Drilling Equipment

The SIMCO 255 PTC pavement coring drill rig is a compact, all hydraulic unit designed for drilling keyholes up to 18 inches in diameter.

Keyhole Technology: Footage Tools C200

The C200 Remote PE pipe squeeze off tool is designed to squeeze off 1/2- to 2-inch PE pipe.

Keyhole Technology: UTILICOR Technologies

UTILICOR Technologies is the exclusive manufacturer and distributor of the field-proven pavement coring and reinstatement system.

Global Demand For Plastic Pipe To Rise

Worldwide demand for plastic pipe is forecast to increase 4.6 percent annually through 2012 to 8.2 billion meters, or 18.2 million metric tons.

Leica Geosystems GPS

With the new “Total GPS” and “Dual GPS” capabilities, RedLine improves workflow on the construction site.

Crowcon Xgard IR LPG Infrared Gas Detector

The Xgard IR LPG from Crowcon is a new, low-cost IR fixed gas detector designed to detect LPG hazards before concentrations reach flammable levels.

Gordon Construction Co. Global Filter

The Global Filter, Self Cleaning Air Filter System is completely automated.

PCCA Enjoys Strong, Productive Year

The year 2008 represented significant accomplishments for the Power and Communications Contractors Association (PCCA) and its members, reports association president Ron Tagliapietra, senior vice president at Michels Corp.