New Products

910T electronic locating transmitter
The pitch: The transmitter is designed to be used with the Ditch Witch 910R receiver to efficiently locate buried lines with a tracer wire. In active mode, the 910T transmits via direct-line connection, induction clamp or induced broadcast signals.

The target: Design/build firms; contractors who may have to dig.

Specs:

• Comes with up to three of these five frequencies: 512 Hz, 1 kHz, 8 kHz, 29 kHz or 80 kHz.
• With simultaneous 8 and 29 kHz transmission, an alternate signal is available if one is difficult to detect.
• Comes with direct-connect leads, a ground stake and 8 D-cell batteries.

Contact: Ditch Witch, www.ditchwitch.com

Latitudes deck stones
The pitch: Deck builders/designers can add deck stones where they need deck surface transitions; they are well suited for outdoor kitchens, grilling areas and raised fire pits.

The target: Design/build firms.

Specs:

• The high-strength fiberglass substrate frame attaches easily to 16-inch on-center joists with hidden fasteners.
• Available in 16-inch square tiles in natural slate or granite.
• Interlocking and self-draining; do not require mortar.
• Available per piece or per pallet (100 count); can be shipped directly to the jobsite.

Contact: Universal Forest Products, www.latitudesdeck.com

Aftermarket LED vehicle lights
The pitch: The line of LED lighting products is manufactured for use in all Class 6, 7 and 8 trucks, tractors and trailers. The ultraviolet-resistant polycarbonate lenses with a high diode count results in stop, turn and tail lamps that make vehicles easier to see.

The target: Companies with Class 6, 7 and 8 trucks, tractors and trailers.

Specs:

• Available through Kenworth and Peterbilt distributors.
• Use 85 percent less electrical power than equivalent incandescent lamps, which means operators can add additional lights without overtaxing the electrical system, the company says.
• The products have no filament to break and the lens and housing are completely sealed, keeping dust and water out.
• Available in clear (white), red, amber, green, blue and purple.
• 10-year limited warranty

Contact: TRP Aftermarket Parts, www.TRPParts.com

Quark Promote
The pitch: Quark Promote, a free design application made for people with no design experience, includes templates designed specifically for landscape businesses. Users can easily design all of their marketing materials online and pick them up the next day at a local print shop.

The target: Any small business.

Specs:

• Free software; requires downloading.
• Includes free templates, stock photos and suggested marketing copy.
• Printing options include order-by-mail or local pick-up. 

Contact: Quark Promote, quarkpromote.quark.com