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cfm at 150 psi. Both units are powered off a rugged, 4-cylinder, turbocharged Kubota industrial diesel engine. Direct coupl ing the air compressor to the gen set's engine, rather than running it off a belt drive system, eliminates drive efficiency loss, which saves fuel. Running both components at 1,800 rpm as one rigid assembly reduces vibration and noise and eliminates the need for a heavy mounting frame. This creates an overall smaller package of 87" L x 23" W x 36" H (220.98cm x 58.42cm x 91.44cm) while saving up to 1,000 lbs. (453.59kg) over comparable gen set/ compressor setups. The weight savings alone is a huge benefit to the industry, enabling the design of smaller, more maneuverable trailers or box trucks. With the gen set 's 3-phase output no longer being shocked by massive compressor motor loads, it produces a much cleaner output. This is far easier on electronic controls. For more information contact: Next Generation Power, 1732 St. Johns Bluff Rd. , Jacksonville, FL 32246, (888) 463-9879, www.nextgenerationpower.com. Reader Inquiry #3248 The Fastest Way To Complete Small Jobs And Touchups Whether you're doing touchup to complete your punch list items, performing spot repair, or simply have a small area or part to paint, the job is about to get easier! This summer, Graco Inc. is releasing the revolutionary new ProShot HD and XForce HD cordless airless sprayers. These 4000 psi, battery-powered, hand-held sprayers allow a single-coat, high-quality, airless finish to be quickly applied virtually anywhere. With the perfect blend of speed, performance, and durability, these sprayers will set the new standard for the way in which small protective coatings jobs are completed. Designed specifically for high performance protective coatings, the ProShot HD and XForce HD easily handle high-solids epoxies, zinc-rich primers, polyurethanes, fire retardants and more. Time-saving features include ProConnect tool-less pump removal, Spray-N- Throw Disposable Material Cup System, and FastClean design, which allows complete cleanout of the sprayer in less than 30 seconds, while using only ounces of solvent. With the capabil- ity to quickly deliver a highly desired, one-coat airless finish, the ProShot HD and XForce HD eliminate the need for multiple coats often required with messy brushes and rollers. These powerful hand-held sprayers also eliminate the need to wet larger airless e q u ipm e n t just to spray small areas. It is absolutely the fastest way to match the original spray finish. Jobs that used to take hours to complete, can now be completed in minutes, saving time, money, and material. Look for ProShot HD (exclu- sively available through Sherwin-Williams) and XForce HD (available at paint and specialty equipment distributors) to be released this summer. For more information on Graco ProShot HD and XForce HD handheld paint sprayers including store locations, spraying tips, sprayer specifications and accessories included with each sprayer, features, benefits, and usage recommendations, please visit www. graco.com/contractor. Reader Inquiry #3260 Hard Hat Monitors Sun Exposure Workers have an easy way to monitor their hard hat exposure to the sun thanks to the new 3M H-700 Series Hard Hat equipped with a Uvicator Sensor. The smart sensor changes color from red to white as the hard hat is exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light, alerting the wearer when it's due for a replacement. Like all 3M H-700 hard hats, the latest model delivers light-weight protec- tion and durabi lity for extended comfort. All H-700 hard hats feature a low-profile design for stability and balance and include accessory slots for 3M's cap-mounted earmuffs, head gear, faceshields, and welding helmets. The H-700 hard hat with Uvicator Sensor is available with a four-point ratchet suspension in both vented and non-vented versions. The non-vented hard hat meets the requirements of ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2009 Type I, Class C, G, and E, while the vented version meets the requirements of ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type I, Class C. For more information contact: 3M, www.3M.com/PPESafety. Reader Inquiry #3249 80 CoatingsPro J July 2012