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The easy-to-use system permits placing of exit doors to approximate the customer's house, customizing the size and shape ofthe deck and inserting patio furniture, planter boxes, hot tubs and other deck furnishings.

Deslgn-A-Deck

The Backyard Designer Series instore computer system from Osmose Wood Preserving allows retailers to provide unique, personalized project designs for their customers. The first program in the series helps plan

Full color on-screen graphics, superb detail, numerous deck board styles and orientations and various hand rail options help create over 400,000 configurations of one, two or three-level decks with up to 2500 sq. ft. of surface area.

For each deck design, a complete materials list of products, prices and SKU or UPC numbers is printed out. The system will also store and print other backyard project plans, such as fencing, landscaping and furnishings.

Sandpaper Stack

For large projects, 3M's new Project Pack contains I 5 sheets of aluminum oxide sandpaper.

Sandpaper is removed from the side of the storage-package, allowing easy access and replacement. A permanent cover sheet protects the paper and serves as an informational guide.

Packages come in extra fine, fine, medium, coarse and an assorted pack, which provides a "quick pick" of all grades.

The lightweight unit hooks over a door in seconds and takes up less than 4 ft. of space. Its tapered 42" x 12" board folds out from the solid oak frame. Pad and cover are included.

Tle One On

Safety barricade tape from C.H. Hanson can be wrapped, tied or stapled around wood, poles, barrels or boundary areas.

Offered in easy-to-use spools, the tape comes in 200 or I,000-ft. rolls.

Stain Samplers

Duffy's l/2 oz. Stain Samplers take the guesswork out ofchoosing a stain.

Laminated Stand-ln

A new laminated veneer lumber product designed to replace cut stock lumber or solid wood parts in doors, windows and furniture, has been introduced by Brand-S Corp.

It utilizes all Douglas fir veneer with a high density face and back, both free of defects. The phenolic resin in the product does not contain any extenders, meaning less wear on knives and saws.

The product is manufacturered in any size up to 2" thick, 96" long and 48" wide.

Cross banding is also available.

The small samples can be tested on an inconspicuous area of the wood to determine which finish looks best under actual conditions.

The fast drying, non-fading stains come in six earthtone colors, which can also be intermixed to create other shades.

Personalized Lockout Tags

Heavy duty lockout tags to indicate the identity of the employee applying the lockout device are new from W.H. Brady Co.

Never-Wax Oak Flooring

Legacy hardwood flooring, featuring a "no-wax" finish that resists dirt and abrasions, is new from DeSoto.

Tongue-and-groove construction is said to ensure a fit so precise that not even small debris can get between the planks. Micro-beveled sides and square ends enhance the linear look and enable spills and dirt to be easily cleaned away.

The premium grade, ultravioletcured, polyurethane-coated solid American oak planks come 3/4" thick in four widths, random lengths to 7', and five colors.

Door Pockets

Designed to help companies comply with OSHA's recent Lockout/ Tagout standard, the tags withstand water, grease and dirt, are easily written on for personalization, and have a brass grommet for added strength.

Cement Additive

A masonry cement processing additive which adds water repel- lency, extends board life and improves workability in masonry mortar at reduced air content is new from W.R. Grace & Co.

The additive is interground with masonry cement during manufacture.

Stairing Aid

Solid brass stair gauges from Empire Level assist do-it-yourselfers and professionals in accurately marking and cutting stair risers and rafters.

A handy holder for extra shoes, socks, beauty accessories or other items that attaches out of the way behind any.door has been introduced by Hinge-lt-Corp.

The Pocket mounts easily on the door's hinge pins, moving independently of the door and adding no additional weight to the movement of the door. The holder is secured top and bottom to avoid flopping around and marring the door.

Heavy gauge clear vinyl allows easy identification of the contents of all l0 pockets. The device is finished with white piping and durable bakedon white epoxy.

rises, and seals to prevent leakage when water fills the chamber.

Drain-Guard's housing is constructed of Cycolac resin for impact strength and corrosion resistance.

Available in two models, the unit replaces any clean-out plug where the waste pipe to the sewer or septic tank leaves the house. It may be installed in any position, without special tools, and is powered by a standard 9-volt battery.

Waste Pipe Alarm

A home sewer alarm system from Liquid Level Alarm Systems detects the backup of water and sewage within waste pipes to prevent blockage and flooding.

As water enters, a float containing an electronic sensor rises until the unit is about three-fourths full, then sounds the alarm. A vent bleeds off the air in the chamber as the water

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Slll Warm

A patio door sill made of Lexan polycarbonate resin so the door reportedly will stay warm on the inside even in the coldest winter weather has been introduced by Intek Weatherseal Products.

It is said to eliminate frost buildup and the cold, drafty feeling that can result from more thermally conductive sills,

Bulk Sale

A full line of grid dump tables adaptable to a variety of bulk display needs is now available from Spencer Products.

Tables have an adjustable bottom shelf and can be compartmentalized with center and cross dividers. Casters may also be added for mobility. They are offered with chrome or epoxy color finishes.

Mlni Metal Detector

Metal Sensor, a hand-held, battery-powered, magnetic instrument which electronically detects pipes, conduit and other metal objects behind wall surfaces, has been introduced by Zircon Corp.

The device is said to locate steel, iron, copper and brass through most commonly used building materials, including brick, concrete, plaster, cellular block and timber.

To search a surface, the tool is held I /8" away from the surface, and moved in sweeps. As it nears metal, a red leu will glow and an electronic tone will sound, becoming stronger and stronger.

Barket Cate

A complete line of heavy duty stackable baskets to create easy ac' cess merchandising systems is now available from Spencer Products.

Top Of The Line Turtline

A premium line of wind-braced roof turbine ventilators has been introduced by Triangle Metal & Manufacturing Co.

Utilizing heavy gauge steel and aluminum construction, the vent can be mounted on Triangle's twopiece galvanized adjustable pitch base. Its jewel-type bearing design allows easy rotation and long life.

A high quality product, it is aimed at buyers more interested in long term performance than initial low price.

Each unit is fully welded, with compartmental dividers and casters for mobility. They are offered in a wide range of sizes, in chrome or epoxy-colored fi nishes.

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Instant Wood Stripper

Ultra-Speed Stripper from Nasco reportedly removes multiple layers of paint, varnish and other wood finishes in 60 seconds.

The stripper removes most wood finishes and stains, including industrial, synthetic and marine finishes, epoxy and latex paint, enamel, varnish, shellac, lacquer, stains and rust, leaving a clean, bare wood surface for refinishing. Its maximum strength paste formula can be applied to large areas at a time, without harm to metal, genuine leather or non-synthetic fabrics.

It is packaged in easy-to-pour quart and gallon cans.

Sharp & Dispensible

Stanley Tools' utility knife blade dispenser pack is now available in new packaging to help stimulate point-of-purchase impulse sales.

Its design also results in less friction between door and stop, producing less wear and tear on the door mechanism.

The stop can be installed with standard claw hammer, tape measure, saw, marking pencil and nails or glue. The vinyl reportedly will not

Shake Securely

A device to hold containers in place for mixing on drill press tables has been developed by Indco.

Designed to allow the use of drill presses for small mixing projects without messy spills, safety hazards, lost material and lost time, the container holder reportedly holds secure anything from pint cans to five gallon pails. Made of enameled carbon steel with a plated spring and chain, it is fully adjustable to fit press columns from 2" to 4" in diameter.

One hundred heavy duty blades are contained in each display pack, which dispenses the blades one at a time for safety and convenience.

Garage Door Stop

A new garage door stop from DG Mouldings combines soft vinyl weatherstripping with a hard vinyl door stop to make doors virtually air right.

split when nailed and can be glued to metaljambs.

The product comes in brown or white.

Tough Llner Board

Hardiliner, a tough, flexible interior lining board with tapered edges and high impact resistance for both walls and ceilings, is new from James Hardie Building Products.

Said to be easier to install. stronger and nearly 500/o lighter than most other backerboards, it also helps eliminate callbacks due to its high moisture resistance and dimensional stability.

The product reportedly cuts swiftly and cleanly (only one side need be scored), can be nailed or screwed up lo l/2" from the edge, has high tensile and flexural strength to resist breakage and does not swell or peak at joints.

Available in or l0', it is made from tough fiber cement that is smooth-sanded on one side and not paper-faced.

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indicate test area and operate as a low battery indicator, adjustable photocell, mounting bracket, test switch, manual override, and controls recessed from rain. snow. wind and dust.

Tranrom Llne

Decorative transom windows designed to be used above in-swing entry doors for a grand, impressive look are now available from Webb Manufacturing.

Weed lt Rlght

A new back saving weed remover has been introduced by Rugg Manufacturing Co.

The Back-SaverAVeedr is shaped like a cane to allow one-hand. standup operation. The tool is said to easily remove the entire weed, root and all.

Shelf Control

Five new garage organizers and work centers have been introduced by LeelRowan.

Easy-to-reach dispensers eliminate the need to reach under the counter and enable the cashier to maintain eye contact with the customers and better security.

Security Scanner

A wireless motion detector with light socket receiver to scan the protected area for movement and send a radio signal to receivers that turn on the lights is new from Intelectron. After the motion stops, lights turn off automatically.

Now available are 36-in. wide. l6in. deep storage shelves; two and three-tier door wall racks, and three and five-tier, free standing shelving systems.

Bag lt!

The Multi-Mate retail bagging system from Sonoco reportedly speeds up checkout while reducing bagging costs.

Different plastic bag sizes in ergonomically designed countertop dispensers help to ensure optimum cashier efficiency. Cashiers are able to quickly select the right size bag.

Its ScanGuard lens is opaque in color and filters out all visible light creating a blanket effect of coverage that prevents false triggering caused by shadows, ultraviolet rays or small animals.

Other features: LED display to

The all-wood windows employ one-piece laminated radius construction, eliminating radius seams. Interiors are natural pine, while exteriors are treated against decay and dipprimed with high solids oil base primer. Clear insulating glass is standard.

Available are several shapes and sizes: ellipse, rectangular and halfround in widths from 3 to 9 ft.

Solar Vent

A solar-powered ventilator which airs out enclosed spaces to reduce humidity, condensation, temperature build-up and mildew is new from Atlantic Solar Products.

Solarvent-32 uses a solar-powered fan to automatically exhaust and replace the air. It is powered by a silicon cell, which operates directly from sunlight.