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[font=Verdana]The newest line locator available from Ridge Tool Company, the NaviTrack II(TM), replaces the original NaviTrack locator and offers several improvements. The NaviTrack II features superior accuracy, making it even faster and easier for locating pipe inspection cameras, remote transmitters, underground pipes, cables and utility lines. Regardless of how the unit is held or what direction the user approaches the target, the NaviTrack II locator guides even the most inexperienced operators to the exact location of the target.

The LCD mapping display of the NaviTrack II locator has been improved by making it larger, higher definition and easier to read and understand. All the information a user needs is on one screen. An audible signal strength indicator provides additional feedback.

With the NaviTrack II, users can quickly and accurately pinpoint the precise location and depth of a transmitter in buried pipes and drains. It also locates underground cast-iron pipes, water lines, electrical lines, telephone lines and other metallic cables when they are energized.

An ergonomically designed, balanced handle enables easy and accurate one-handed operation of the NaviTrack II's keypad. The NaviTrack II locator is designed to be 15 percent lighter than the original NaviTrack; it is more compact, and it folds to fit in a molded carrying case that comes standard with the unit for superior portability and storage. An instructional DVD also comes standard with the unit and offers a demonstration of the NaviTrack II and locating techniques.

"The NaviTrack II will allow virtually any technician to locate. The ease-of-use and added information provided by the large mapping display information helps eliminate costly downtime and mistakes. When used in conjunction with a drain cleaning machine and remote transmitter, RIDGID locators give users another source of potential revenue," commented Mark Fleming, senior product manager, Ridge Tool Company.

With high-quality electronics and rugged, durable construction, the NaviTrack II is built for reliable service in the field. Like all RIDGID products, the new line locator is backed by the RIDGID lifetime warranty.

Ridge Tool Company, a leading manufacturer of hand and power tools, markets its products in more than 130 countries. The company's broad offering includes threading and drain cleaning machines, and more than 300 types of tools serving the rental, plumbing, HVAC/R, industrial, electrical, petroleum, institutional, commercial and hardware markets. Ridge Tool is a subsidiary of St. Louis, Missouri-based Emerson. Emerson is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions to customers through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses.

For additional information on the NaviTrack II line locator, please visit:

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[font=Verdana]Ridge Tool Company[/font]
[font=Verdana]400 Clark St[/font][font=Verdana].[/font]
[font=Verdana]Elyria[/font][font=Verdana], [/font][font=Verdana]Ohio [/font][font=Verdana]44036 [/font][font=Verdana]U.S.A.[/font]