What's hot at the 2018 ARA Rental Show

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday, Feb. 16
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Exhibitor move-in
1 p.m – 5 p.m. Registration open
4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. CERP (Certified Event            Rental Professional) Program testing

Saturday, Feb. 17
7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Registration open
8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Events & Tents
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Exhibitor move-in
6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Events & Tents Reception - Grand Oaks Mansion at Mardi Gras World

Monday, Feb. 19
7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Registration open
8 a.m. – 10 a.m. Keynote Session Presented
       by Jonathan and Drew Scott
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Exhibit hall open
4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Canadian Rental Association
        Annual General Meeting
5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Regional Receptions
7 p.m. – 9 p.m. ARAPAC Reception
       Mulate’s The Original Cajun Restaurant

Tuesday, Feb. 20
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Registration open
8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. CERP (Certified Event
       Rental Professional) Program testing
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Exhibit hall open
5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. ARA Foundation 
       Charity Auction and Reception
5 p.m. – 7 p.m. International Reception
7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Bayou Bash at House of
      Blues House of Blues New Orleans

Wednesday, Feb. 21
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Registration open
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Exhibit hall open
1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Exhibitor move-out

Thursday, Feb. 22 
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Exhibitor move-out

Counter-top drain cleaner
The Electric Eel Model CT features a unique 75 to 350 rpm variable-speed motor control for maximum cable control and exceptional cleaning power with constant torque. It can clear ¾-inch to 2 1/2 inch-diameter drain lines up to 50 feet. The 1/5 horsepower, 90-volt DC motor provides quiet, powerful and dependable operation and comes standard with a hand-tightened Jacobs chuck. The available two-way auto cable feed keeps hands off rotating cable as it advances and retrieves cable. A guide hose eliminates cable whipping and helps keep work areas clean. Built-in GFCI on the 20-foot cord protects operator from electrical shock; air-operated foot switch and cord assembly offer easy operation. Runs ¼-, 5/16-, and 3/8-inch cable.
www.electriceel.com
Booth No. 1819

Portable heater line
The Mi-T-M kerosene and propane forced-air heaters can move heat into wide areas, especially on job sites. The Mi-T-M Elite series heaters provide worry-free ducted heating or air circulation for large or small areas. Gas-fired convection heaters quietly and efficiently heat most any space. The Mi-T-M kerosene radiant heater (pictured) maximizes radiant output for natural and soothing warmth for up to 20 hours. The line features units that offer heating capabilities ranging from 9,000 to 600,000 BTU.
www.mitm.com
Booth No. 1637

Power options for boom lifts
The new Genie Lift Power system includes new hydraulically driven generators that run on a stand-alone circuit with a separate hydraulic pump to supply continuous electrical power from the generator. This allows the operator to drive and reposition the machine, raise the boom and power tools, such as heavy-duty welders for increased productivity. Power is immediately available. Available in 50 or 60 Hz 3 kW options in 120 or 240 volts. Available as generator-only, welder-ready or welder-equipped packages.
www.genielift.com
Booth No. 4039

Portable air conditioners
Temp-Air’s air-cooled portable air conditioners can easily roll from room to room. Units fit through a standard 36-inch wide door and operate quietly. The units act as dehumidifiers and collect condensate in a sliding drawer. Merv 7 filters remove air contaminants and most units come with a scroll compressor, backward-inclined fan and digital programmable thermostat. Optional accessories include a nozzle kit, ceiling discharge kit, condensate pump, condenser return air plenum, evaporator return air plenum and cold air supply duct adapter.
www.temp-air.com
Booth No. 1580

Towable hydraulic earth drill
Little Beaver offers its new towable hydraulic earth drill that combines safe and powerful drilling with hassle-free operation and transportation. The drill’s balanced frame makes it ideal for today’s aging workforce. The design reduces operating weight by roughly 50 percent compared with traditional hydraulic drills and eliminates torque for safe one-person drilling. The rig can be conveniently transported using a tool-free removable towing hitch, saving valuable truck or trailer space and making it an economical tool for fence and deck building, sign installation, rental and park and recreation departments.
www.littlebeaver.com

Compact track loader
ASV Holdings Inc. offers the Posi-Track RT-30 compact track loader, which it claims is the industry’s smallest sit-on radial-lift model that features the same productivity-enhancing qualities as larger ASV machines. This includes highly efficient hydraulics and cooling systems as well as best-in-class low ground pressure. The RT-30 is a safer, more productive alternative to walk-behind and sit-on mini skid-steer loaders, ASV sources report, and its small size makes it ideal for contractors, rental centers and homeowners looking for a commercial-quality, compact machine for landscaping, snow removal and construction.
www.asvi.com
Booth No. 3849

Scissor-Boom
Forever-ODM Inc. will exhibit its patent-pending 32/12 Scissor-Boom with a 32-foot platform height and 12-foot platform extension that allows workers to reach objects that normally require a boom lift. With a 300-pound capacity at the 12-foot powered outreach, the 32/12 Scissor-Boom is designed mainly for industrial and municipal applications where the platform can be extended to reach over tall objects on the ground, sidewalk, green belt, balcony or window/door shelters of the building. It can travel and swing at the full working height. It is the first in a series of Scissor-Booms under development. It will allow contractors to do jobs that require a boom lift, but at a scissor lift price. It is also easy to maintain and transport.
www.forever-odm.com
Booth No. 6647

LED light tower
Available January 2018, the new and improved Generac MLT6SMD LED light tower provides best-in-class light tower performance, sources report. The MLT6SMD’s new LED fixtures are twice as powerful as the previous version, delivering light coverage similar to that of 1,050-watt metal halide bulbs, but with far better performance. The durable LED fixtures are designed to last the lifetime of the tower and emit clean and consistent light for more accurate color display and even coverage. Together, the powerful and energy-efficient LED lights and the light tower’s ECOSpeed engine conserve fuel to provide an extended run time of up to 205 hours on a single diesel tank fill. With up to 6kW of available export power, it’s like getting a light tower and generator in one.
www.generacmobileproducts.com
Booth No. 6727

Track trencher
Barreto Mfg. features the STK walk-behind track trencher. It has an independent floating rack system with undercarriage idlers that follow the terrain, providing more fluid movement than traditional track trenchers when working in rough and uneven conditions. The STK track design provides 131 square inches of footprint on each side of the machine for outstanding traction and stability in difficult soil conditions, sources report. The unit uses a new Adjustable Trenching Control system that uses a rod linkage instead of cables.
www.barretomfg.com
Booth No. 5429

Award-winning Inspection app
Point of Rental’s Inspection app recently took top honors in the Access Rental Innovation category of the 2017 ALH Awards. The Inspection App works in conjunction with Point of Rental’s products, Rental Elite and Rental Expert. It automates the inspection, maintenance, and service processes while allowing users to manage them via mobile device. Managers can set up the correct inspection processes for each item in the system and technicians access their assigned inspections via mobile interface. Should a mission-critical checklist item fail inspection, an internal repair/maintenance order will automatically be created, moving equipment back to “ready to rent” status faster.
www.point-of-rental.com
Booth No. 1451

52-foot telescoping
boom lift
The Snorkel 460SJ mid-size telescopic boom lift delivers a working height of 52 feet and outreach of up to 40 feet. It features a 6-foot 6-inch jib boom for additional flexibility. Designed for construction sites, the 460SJ delivers up to 50 percent gradeability and constant four-wheel drive from standard oscillating axles. Also at the show will be the Snorkel TM16E self-propelled telescopic mast lift (pictured) that has a working height of up to 16 feet. It can lift up to 500 pounds and weighs just 2,360 pounds. Snorkel will also display an E-Z Loader custom delivery truck bed with a capacity of up to 24,000 pounds. It is available in three bed lengths with a 17-second ramp deployment for faster loading and unloading, making them the ultimate delivery solution for rental companies and equipment providers.
www.snorkellifts.com
Booth No. 3039

Utility vehicles
JLG Industries Inc. will introduce  utility vehicles — the three-seat 315G and six-seat 615G — that deliver a class-leading cargo capacity of 1,000-pounds, removable truck bed panels to fit full-size pallets, a 1,500-pound towing capacity and shift-on-the-fly 4x4 drivetrains to tackle the roughest terrain, JLG sources report.
www.jlg.com
Booth No. 4413

Solid R-4 skid-steer tires
MWE Solid R-4 Skid-Steer tires are available in standard or wide treads and are engineered with the highest quality natural and synthetic rubber compounds to provide the best durability and long life. With deep tread, mud breakers and built-in cushion ride, the tires will last up to five times longer than similar pneumatic tires. The MWE Solid R-4 standard-tread tire has a narrow face that allows for more ground pressure for better traction. The MWE R-4 Tread-Wide tire offers a smoother ride on hard surfaces and distributes the tire’s weight more evenly for better floatation. The tires are available in 10-16.5, 12-16.5 and 14-17.5 sizes.
www.tracksandtires.com
Booth No. 6339

Mini skid steer
Vermeer adds the new S925TX mini skid-steer that provides impressive lifting performance and the power to conquer the most demanding applications, sources report. With a tip capacity of 2,643 pounds, a rated operating capacity of 925 pounds and maximum hinge pin height reach of 84.5 inches, the radial lift path of the Vermeer S925TX makes easy work of lifting and dumping heavy loads. A dual auxiliary system allows the operator to switch between high flow for ground-engaging attachments and low flow for maximum control. It is also equipped with a universal mounting plate that fits a broad range of Vermeer-approved attachments.
www.vermeer.com
Booth No. 6113

Minimum tail-swing compact excavator
Kubota’s new U27-4 minimum tail-swing compact excavator will be available in early 2018 and features adjustable auxiliary flow hydraulics; an auxiliary diverter valve, two-speed automatic downshift travel and best-in-class reach and dig depth, Kubota sources report. Even with its minimum tail-swing design, it has one of the largest operator stations in its class. An enclosed cab option with heat is also available.
www.kubotaUSA.com
Booth No. 4113

Volvo Construction Equipment
Volvo Construction Equipment will display a wide variety of machines at The Rental Show 2018, including several compact construction and road models — the newly released L25H compact wheel loader, EW60E compact wheeled excavator, SD45B soil compactor, MC110C skid steer loader and DD15 and DD25B asphalt compactors. Launched in October 2017, the L25H wheel loader adds stability, maneuverability and versatility to any rental fleet. With a comprehensive range of attachments and the SSL Attachment bracket for use with most skid-steer loader attachments, it is suited to a wide variety of customers.
www.volvoce.com/ARA2018
Booth No. 6739

Telescopic booms
The versatile Haulotte HT85 RTJ PRO easily adapts to all projects and is part of the HT85 range, which is the first to feature the ACTIV’Lighting System-Safe Load, an ultra-high-performance lighting system that simplifies loading and unloading the boom on a truck while enhancing user safety. The HT85 range, part of many new products Haulotte will be showcasing at The Rental Show, also features Activ’Shield Bar 2.0, Haulotte’s newest secondary guarding device. It shields users from any risk of crushing without compromising productivity. The HT85 range is equipped with the ACTIV’Screen on-board diagnostic system, a comprehensive tool that provides access to malfunction resolutions, machine settings, maintenance alerts and service intervals, modifications of general settings such as interface language and units of measurement.
www.haulotte-usa.com
Booth No. 5839

Landscape trencher
Brave’s new BRPT704H is a lightweight, belt and pulley-driven trencher that operates at a rate of up to 20 fpm. It is easy to use and can be easily loaded, unloaded and operated by one person. The unit’s rotor is fully enclosed and has a safety clutch lever. It can cut a trench from 4 to 7 inches deep with a standard rotor. Changing the tungsten carbide rotor is easy by removing one nut with a hand tool that comes with the unit. The trencher’s low-profile design provides maximum stability with minimum turf damage. With optional rotors, the unit can bury cable or pipe, prune roots, grind small stumps, define landscape beds and install edging, invisible dog fencing or sprinkler systems.
www.gnedi.com
Booth No. 1844

Light vibratory rammer
The Weber MT SRV 300 is an especially light vibratory rammer developed specifically for compaction around conduits in trenches. Due to its low 70-pound operating weight, it is especially flexible and secure to use in a tilted position and perfect for tight spaces while still operating at full power. This vibratory rammer is equipped with a powerful 4-stroke GX 35 Honda gasoline engine. It can also be used to compact peripheral areas of sidewalks or for drainage installation.
www.webermt.de
Booth No. 5321

Log splitter
Iron & Oak’s new BHVH2616GXT vertical/horizontal log splitter features an independent torsion axle for smoother towing. The splitter has a 26-ton splitting force and comes standard with a Honda GX270 engine and log dislodger. The unit has heavy-duty 4-bolt trailer hubs and fenders and high-pressure hoses on the pressure and return sides. An EZ lift hinge allows for a one-handed lift to vertical position with spring loaded vertical and horizontal rail locks that eliminates losing pins. The splitter has a 25-inch log opening, 6-inch heavy-duty formed steel beam, 6-inch high-carbon steel wedge and a 4 1/2-inch x 24-inch clevis cylinder for ultimate durability and a cycle time of just 12 seconds. A powder-coat finish provides optimum weather protection.
www.ironandoak.com
Booth No. 1645

New mobile generators
Atlas Copco Construction Equipment North America has introduced a completely redesigned range of eight QAS mobile generators for prime applications. Covering power ratings from 25 to 330 kVA, the fuel-efficient lineup offers the latest Tier 4 Final engines, footprints up to 20 percent smaller than the previous generation, and a superior end-user experience. The new paralleling option is easy to use and provides additional benefits in terms of versatility, reliability and fuel efficiency. Equipped with an Isuzu, John Deere or MTU Tier 4 Final diesel engine, QAS generators pack reliable power into a compact yet rugged enclosure that is weather-resistant and sound attenuated. Models are available in skid-mount units or an integrated trailer. The units are easy toperate with an intuitive controller that can start the generator with two simple clicks. Depending on the model, the generators can reach up to 40 hours of runtime per tank of fuel, with an external one-click fill mechanism for fuel and DEF. QAS generators require less than two hours of service for every 500 hours of operation.
www.atlascopco.com/en-us/construction-equipment
Booth No. 6139

Compact excavator
John Deere continues to upgrade its G-Series excavator lineup with the introduction of the 30G compact excavator, filling a gap in the three to four metric ton class. This new model offers increased lift capacity and improved breakout forces and incorporates all current G-Series features, including standard pattern changer and standard hand-controlled proportional auxiliary hydraulics. It also provides an updated model to the 27D with improved operation specifications and features such as a 22 percent increase in bucket force; 11 percent increase in arm force; 17 percent increase in net engine horsepower without the use of aftertreatment; up to 32 percent increase in auxiliary hydraulic flowand a 9-foot, 2-inch dig depth, which is an 8-inch increase over the 27D and 26G. The new cab has heat and air-conditioning and a new suspension seat with adjustable wrist rests.
wwwjohndeere.com
Booth No. 3721

Mortar mixer with a polyethylene drum
Toro adds a polyethylene drum option to its UltraMix mortar mixer line. Available 6 and 8 cubic feet sizes, the high-density, ½-inch thick polyethylene resin drum minimizes weight when compared with steel drum models without sacrificing durability. An exclusive symmetrical drum and patented paddle configuration creates more paddle and drum contact with the mortar, moving the mix horizontally and in a circular motion. The wheels adjust from a towing width to under 36 inches, allowing the unit to easily pass through a door opening.
www.toro.com
Booth No. 4439

Dust collector
General Equipment Company’s new VS220 dust collector offers an effective dust control system that balances power, performance and utility. Featuring a 99 percent-efficient at 0.5 micron pre-filter and a 99.7-percent efficient at 0.3 micro HEPA secondary filter, the VS220 captures fine dust particles, allowing users to comply with OSHA respirable crystalline silica exposure regulations (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1153). The unit includes separate 2 and 3 inch-diameter dust port connections for simultaneous or independent operation. The VS220 is easy to maneuver with 5 inch-diameter casters and has a low center of gravity with greater stability over traditional vertical, canister style vacuums that are prone to tipping. Foot-operated hopper release lever makes clean-out easy. Two single-speed electric motors produce an air flow volume of 220 cfm and water lift suction of 110 inches.
www.generalequip.com
Booth No. 2417

Compact track loader
Takeuchi-US adds the TL6 compact track loader, an agile, compact machine that is easy to transport with outstanding stability and performance. Powered by a Kubota 2.4 liter, 65.2-horsepower engine, it features a radial lift loader design with a maximum lift height of 9 feet 6.4 inches and a rated operating capacity of 1,841 pounds. The TL6 is just 5 feet wide and 6 feet 5.8 inches high. A new cabin with an overhead 5.7-inch color multi-information display and backlit rocker switches control a variety of machine functions. A cab with a swing-out door, heat, and air conditioner are available for greater operator comfort. The unit weighs 7,480 pounds with a canopy or 7,780 pounds when equipped with a cab. The Takeuchi Fleet Management (TFM) system comes standard.
www.takeuchi-us.com
Booth No. 5827

Portable generator line 
Chicago Pneumatic Construction Equipment (CP) adds the CPPG 2.5, 5.5 and 7W portable gasoline generators to its equipment line. The generators are designed to deliver stable electrical output and safe, user-friendly operation over a long service life. The CPPG 2.5 features a 4.75-gallon fuel tank that can run continuously for 11 hours and produces a continuous output of 2,500 watts. The midsize CPPG 5.5 has a 5.5-gallon fuel tank and can run continuously for 10 hours with a continuous output of 5,500 watts.The CPPG 7W features a 6.6-gallon fuel tank that can run continuously for 8 hoursand produces a continuous output of 7,000 watts. 
www.cp.com
Booth No. 4639

200-watt quad and double LED cart lights
Construction Electrical Products (CEP) Introduces the newest in SMD LED technology. Model 9322 is a quad LED cart with four 5500 Lumen LED fixtures. Each head can adjust for pan and tilt for greater area coverage. With all four heads, the total current draw is 1.7 amps, making the fixture 110 percent more efficient than metal halide units. The new dual-head 7322 200-watt wide-angle light (pictured), has two fixtures capable of 22,000 lumens per head. Both are available on the CEP584 large cart system and can be adapted to existing carts in fleets. New carts also include a mounting for portable generators or temporary power units.
www.cepnow.com
Booth No. 2005

Hose storage rack
Granite Industries offers this rack that can withstand the daily rigors of rental shop use. Extremely popular with rental companies to store their discharge hose inventory. The racks can be stacked up to three units high; each rack can hold 2,000 pounds. A set of 8-inch swivel casters come standard with each rack and the racks have built-in forklift pockets for easy stacking and moving. Available leg heights of 33 and 39 inches. Made in the USA.
www.graniteind.com
Booth No. 1051