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Focuses on the significance of CAD/CAM in the manufacturing process of Ridge Tool Co. in Huntsville, Alabama. Aim of the company to trim development and production time from its tool products; Substitution of 3-D computer models for traditional 2-D engineering aids in the manufacturing; Changes in the basic engineering tools and materials; Observation of productivity gains by the company.

The article offers information in the PEX-One press tool with ASTM F1807 copper crimp-ring fittings from manufacturing company Ridge Tool Co.

The article offers information on the RIDGID SeeSnake video inspection system from hand tools manufacturer Ridge Tool Co.

Lists several agricultural equipment as of July 19, 2002. 122 cutting machine from Ridge Tool; FR450 backpack-style strimmer from Stihl; Prices.

The article offers brief information on several construction equipment including CX-100LN Robotic Total Station for long-distance reflectorless measurement from Sokkia Corp., RIDGID MR-10 Magnetic Locator from Ridge Tool Co., and Hitachi ZX130-6, ZX160LC-6 and ZX180LC-6 excavators from Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas.

The article presents brief information on the RE6 Electrical Tool from Rigid.

The article offers information on construction industry equipment and supplies including the 19/16-inch SDS Max Rotary Hammer by Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., the SeeSnake Max rM200 Camera System by RIDGID, and the Williams Scaffolding Ratchet by Snap-On Industrial.

The article provides information on the RIDGID ST-33Q super induction transmitter from Ridge Tool Co.

The article offers information on the SeeSnake inspection camera from Ridge Tool Co.

The article provides information on the RIDGID MicroRay IR-100 non-contact infrared thermometer from Ridge Tool Co.

The article evaluates various models of threading machine stands from Ridge Tool Co. and offers information on their designs, applications and other features.

The article reports on the introduction of the new RIDGID SeekTech SR-20 utility line locator by Ridge Tool Co. This patent pending tool features advanced technology that offers users a simplified method for utility line tracing. Powered by OmniSeek technology, the SeekTech SR-20 uses a combination of multi-directional antennas and frequencies, a revolutionary mapping display and state-of-the art processing to provide users with more information to effectively and easily locate underground utilities.

Ridge Tool Co. has introduced the new RIDGID 122XL copper cutting and preparation machine that cuts, cleans ½ to 4-in. outside-diameter tubing. The manufacturer says 122XL also helps users save time and labor by eliminating the need to revolve a cutter manually around tubing. 122XL is powered by a 1/3-hp, 115-volt, 60-Hz induction electric motor operating at 300 rpm.

An abrasive cut-off saw developed by Ridge Tool Co. weighs 51 pounds. It can be used to cut rebar as well as other metals such as pipe iron, angle iron and metal studs. Model CM1450 has a hold-down chain and carrying handle for ease of transportation to and from job sites. It also features a heavy-duty cast-iron base with non-slip rubber feet.