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PCCA Journal|3 rd Quarter 2011 41

The Newest COYOTE in the Pack T

he COYOTE ONE Closure is the latest addition to Preformed Line Products’ line of dome closures and will soon become the one to specify. The COYOTE ONE is designed with PLP’s patented segmented end plate, which allows independent access to each cable port. The dome design with hinged collar speeds assembly and simplifies re-entry. When com-bined with PLP’s versatile grommet system and LITE-GRIP splice trays,

the COYOTE ONE has the capacity to support 120 single fu-sion or 144 mass fusion splices. Compact size and a full line of accessories make this new closure the optimal choice.

Key features:

The COYOTE ONE Closure is 16-inches long by 10-inches wide by 5.7-inches high.

Maximum Splice Capacity: 120 single fusion, 144 mass fusion

Configuration: Butt/Expressed Splice

Port Quantity: 3

Ground Stud Quantity: 3

Hinged collar system allows for quick re-entry. No special tools required.

Integrated air valve for flash testing closure seal.

Tested in accordance to Telcordia GR-771-CORE.

Direct buried, manhole, aerial, or pole/wall mount.

Flexible grommet sealing system supports a wide range and quantity of flat or round cable profiles.

Ideal for FTTH deployment and back-haul networks

Vermeer Adds HDD Air Hammer to Product Line V

ermeer Corporation has signed an alliance agreement with Pioneer One Inc., based in Mooresville, Ind., a leading manufacturer of horizontal directional drilling air hammers. The exclusive agreement offers contractors access to the Pioneer

One line of rock tooling solutions through the global Vermeer dealer network.

“This agreement provides our customers with access to a proven rock boring system that can enhance rock boring pro-ductivity,” said Dave Wisniewski with Vermeer. “Horizontal directional drilling contractors are looking for better solutions to bore through rock, and Pioneer One has a system that can help complete the job.”

The Pioneer air hammers are designed to bore through dif-ficult rock formations using a combination of thrust, pressure and rotation to chip and carve rock from a hole. The Prospector system is available in 3- and 4-inch sizes and features advanced steering capabilities. Pioneer One also offers a variety of custom-designed Prospector bits to match various ground conditions.

Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation Celebrates 45 th Anniversary at ICUEE U

tility Equipment Leasing Corporation (UELC) recently celebrated 45 years of leadership in the rental and leasing business for utility trucks, material handlers, track units, and cable pullers at ICUEE 2011 in Louisville, Ky.

Since its founding in 1967, the company has grown sub-stantially and is recognized for its modern and reliable fleet. With service centers across the country, assistance is always a short phone call away. Experienced team members answer the phones and respond quickly to availability needs and to keep customers up and running. UELC prides itself for always being “At Your Service” with the quality equipment, quality solutions, and a quality team.

Attendees at the ICUEE show climbed on board and tested equipment to learn why today’s economic climate points to rentals and leases as a responsible option. Renting from UELC is the key to better profitability and efficiency for orga-nizations with variable workloads, periodic unique needs, or constrained capital budgets.

“We were excited to meet with long-time customers and potential new partners at ICUEE,” UELC General Manager Tom Greenwood said.

UELC listened to contractors’ specific needs and discussed solutions that best meet their needs. “We’ve got the flexibil-ity and creative solutions to help them expand their fleets as needed,” Greenwood said.

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