NEW PRODUCTS and selected sales aids

Protective Glass Block

A glass block that permits maximum light transmission and the screening effect of visual distortion is new from Pittsburgh Corning.

The L250T model has a computerized tilt sensor that monitors the rotary laser's operation and turns the motor off if movement occurs.

Both models are made of solid metal, measure 4-112" x4-112"x6" and weigh 4 lbs.

Accessories include cases, tripods, electronic detectors, measuring rods and ceiling support brackets.

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The finished in smooth and round beat"rty and safety.

are for Transportable Containers

A line of portable storage containers has been introduced by Flambeau Products.

Rotary Lasers With Sensors

Two rotary lasers from Laser Tools Co., Inc. have built-in tilt sensors.

Designed with a 635nm, eye-visible laser beam system to Provide a 360" level or plumb reference, the L250 and L250T operate verticallY and horizontally, allowing slope and grade adjustment in two axes. All level and plumb vials are backlit for viewing in low light conditions and provide about l/4" accuracy within 100 ft.

The rotating head houses a onepiece, penta prism mirror that holds the laser beam steady during high heat conditions and improves accuracy in direct sunlight.

Available in three sizes: 9-gallon, 24-gallon, and 44-gallon, the Stow 'N Go containers have a heavy duty construction with large interlocking handles for a tight seal.

Molded Six-Panel Oak Doors

Molded six-panel doors with the look of natural oak are new from CraftMaster.

The CraftMaster Natural and CraftMaster Harvest are made constructed of a solid core of one-piece wood fiber.

Passage doors are standard 6'8" high and range in widths from I' to 3'. Bifold doors fit openings from 24" to 72".

Door edges are clear wood and come finished to match with a waterbased acrylic finish.

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Subflooring Testing Kit

A kit for testing excessive moisture and pH levels in subflooring has been introduced bv Wood Scientific.

The Wood Scientific test kit contains all needed materials to perform both tests, easy-to'follow instructions, and a free analysis of the results. The results are returned within 24 hours of receipt.

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The removable lid can be used as a tabletop or locked onto the base for content security.

The 9- and 24-gallon containers are packaged to nestle within each another, four per carton. The 44-gallon unit features a hinged lid for easy opening; packed one per carton.

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Amazing Adhesive

An adhesive from Eclectic Products, Inc. reportedly adheres to more surfaces with greater strength than any other adhesive in the U.S.

Packaged in 1-oz. and 3.7-oz. tubes in a blister and card, Goop adhesives combine the properties of a viscous sealant with a strong glue.

It cures to a hard rubber-like material and stays flexible, preventing cracking or crumbling.

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Ventilating Skylights

A redesigned ventilating skylight is new from Velux-America Inc. Designed for fast installation using two fasteners to secure the snap-off cladding, the Model VS is protected by gray aluminum cladding. Copper claddine is also available.

any acme-threaded extension pole, it can be used as a scraper, glazier's knife, chisel, putty knife, nail setter/puller, crack opener, roofing knife and can opener.

It has a hang-up hole in the blade.

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On-Site Storage Box

A safe and weathertisht on-site tool storage box has been-introduced by Reading Body Works, Inc.

Constructed of l6-gauge, two-

Thief Relief Lock And Chain

A heavy duty integrated lock and chain available from St. Pierre Manufacturing Corp. features durable, hardened alloy steel square links that are reportedly resistant to cutters, sledge hammers, hack saws and other tools.

Other redesigned features: sash that offers up to 237o more daylight, and a snap-in insect screen for unobstructed views.

It has predrilled grooves and holes in the frame to conceal wirine in installation.

For use on roof pitches from 0' to 85', the skylight comes with a choice of insulated glazings.

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A Tool With Eight Lives

An 8-in-1 hand tool is new from Allway Tools.

Made with a chisel-ground blade, a nail-setting hammer-end that accepts sided zinc-coated A60 elavannealed steel, the B.O.S.S. B6x features immersion priming for rust protection, stainless steel bolt-on hinges, sturdy fold-down side handles and bottom skid rails.

Available in four sizes, it is finished in a gray gloss acrylic enamel.

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The Pitch ls Off

A new pitch remover from AGS Co. removes pitch build-up on saw blades, router bits and cutter blades. Available in ready-to-use form, concentrate for dipping, or gel form for brushing onto large circular and band saws, Pitch-Off works in about 10 minutes and rinses with water.

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Featuring a forged steel nitridehardened lock body and nickelchrome-molybdenum alloy steel chain with a vinyl covering to prevent scratching, the QuadraChain has no exposed U-type shank, shackle or round chain.

It comes lengths.

4', 5' and 6'

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All-ln-One Finishing Discs

A durable sandpaper disc introduced by Glit Inc. grinds, polishes and sands both metal and wood surfaces.

Said to outlast traditional sandpaper 50 to 1, the Glit Trim-Kut All 'n I Disc is reportedly ideal for sanding and rust removal, and vitually eliminates snagging, chipping and cracklng.

It requires no backing pad, comes in 3", 4-l/2" and 5" sizes for both power drills and angle grinders, and is available in fine, medium and coarse grades.

Circle N0.512 on any product in this sectlon is available by circling the corresponding Reader Service number in the back and sendtng the forrn to New Products, either by FAX 714-852-01231, by mail to 45OO Campus Dr., Ste. 48O, Newport Beach, Ca. 92660, or just call us at (714) 852-f99O.

Drywall Driver

A unique screw setting system from Wolfcraft sets and countersinks screws to a pre-set height in drywall, particleboard and plywood. Iilrrtf

The 2-in-l Drywall Driver has outer sleeve slides that fit over the screw, holding it in place while guiding it into the material. A magnetic bit holder holds all types of hex shank l/4" bits that can be easily replaced with long-nose pliers.

Included are six Phillips #2 reduced head bits. The drywall driver's l/4" hex shank fits most power drills and cordless screwdrivers.

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Post-lt Flooring

A non-permanent, adhesive-backed vinyl flooring from Colmar Industries reportedly installs more easily than other vinyl floorings.

Designed with a lay-flat backing, Kitchen Creations can be loose-laid without curling at the edges. Unlike other flooring, however, it is semipermanent and can be removed.

It comes in 12' rolls or 9'xl2' precuts.

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As-builts Survey Software

Software from Antech, Inc. creates CAD drawings of as-builts on-site. Featuring a pen-based tablet computer, a non-contact laser distance measuring instrument, and precision sketching software, Anbuild creates surveys of as-builts 25Vo to 50Vc faster than conventional means.

The non-contact laser measuring system has a range of over 300' and requires only one person per survey. It includes a harness that provides a platform for the pen computer and a saddle to carry the laser.

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Versatile Round Resin Table

A round resin table from Stylette can be stacked for displaying items. The 18" round by 16" high Round Resin Table comes in white and

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What Ya See ls What Ya Get

A distortion-free magnifier guide is free from GEI International, Inc., Box 6849, Syracuse, N.Y. 13217; (315) 463926r.

Absolutely Architectu ral

A 572-p. architectural products catalog is free from Outwater Plastics Industries. Inc., 4 Passaic St., Wood Ridge, N..J. 07075; (800) 631-8375.

A Touch Of Fresh Air

A l2-p. fresh air supply unit catalog is free from LJ Wing, 260 N. Elm St., Westfield, Ma. 01085; (413) 568-9571.

Polycarbonate Glazing Info

Two polycarbonate sheet and glazing systems brochures are free from Flex Lite Corp., Box 467,Mt. Vernon, [n.47620; (812) 838-5500.

Shedding A Little Light

Two vinyl window and patio door brochures are free from Owens-Corning, Fiberglas Tower, Toledo, Oh. 43659; (800) 438-1465.

Lighting Showcase

A 60-p. emergency lighting brochure is free from Dual-Lite, 90 Fieldstone Ct., Cheshire, Ct. 06410; (203) 699-3000.

Woodworki ng Simplif ied

The "Portable Workshop" featuring 20 d-i-y projects is available from Cy DeCosse Inc., 5900 Green Oak Dr., Minnetonka, Mn. 55343; (800) 328-0590.

Power lt Up

An 8-p. pre-wired surface power system brochure is free from Intermatic Inc., Intermatic Plaza, Spring Grove, Il. 60081; (8r5) 675-2321.

Stylish Textured Walls

An 8-p. decorative texture finish guide is free from Welco Manufacturing Co., Box 12568, N. Kansas City, Mo. 64116; (816) 471-1788.

lnteractive Home Planning

A CD-ROM quarterly home plans magazine is available from HomeStyles, Box 50670, Minneapolis, Mn. 55405; (800) s47-5570.

Hot Air ln A Box

A 4-p. brochure on a blower unit heater with cabinet is free from Sterling HVAC Equipment, 260 N. Elm St., Westfield, Ma. 01085; (413) 568-9571.

Saving Money On Pallets

"How to Save Money on Pallets" is free from the National Wooden Pallet & Container Association, 1800 N. Kent St., Ste. 9l I, Arlington, Ya.222@; (703) 5277667.

Woodsy Internet Directory

A CD-ROM Internet Directory including over 2,000 wood-related sites for the wood products industry is available from Tree Talk, Box 426, Burlington, Vt. 05402; (800) 858-6230.