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Stair Components
Stair comoonents made of natural wood and wrapped in wood veneer are now offered by Contact Lumber. The components are available in oak, maple, cherry, pine and fir-and can be custom ordered in other species.
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Computing On The Go
The MPC 6 mobile PC from DloG Logistics can be mounted on vehicles used in construction and warehouse ooerations. Included are an Intel piocessor, CompactFlash memory, and a choice of Windows XP Professional, XP Embedded, or Linux operating system.
The optional 3M MicroTouch 10" or 12" touch-screen provides high visibilitv even in brieht environments.
Available in lengths up to l6', components include rails, skirt boards, and newel posts, all pre-sanded and ready for finishing.
- Please contact (800) 547-1038 or visit www.contqctlumber.com
Rugged Computing
Glacier Computer has added two new laptops that are rugged enough for warehouse use.
The Getac W130 is a 12.l" XGA unit with a Pentiuum iMl.6 GHZ processor, 40 gig drive, and numerous upgrade options.
The Getac M220 is offered with a 14" or 15" display and two batteries with more than six hours of run time. Both have integrated wireless Ethernet, sealed connectors, and touchscreens.
- Please go online at www.glaciercomDuter.com
Zippered tool bags from Klein Tools measure l2-112"x1" and come in a set of four. making it easy to organize and find important tools. Porlfolios measuring 17"x12" easily carry contracts, quotations, work orders, plans, clipboards, binders, and smaller items such as mobile phones.
- Please contact (800) 553-4676 or vis it www. kle ntools.com
The Look of Hardwood
Clic Xtra is a glueless laminate plank offered in lengths and widths designed to replicate the look of premium hardwood floorine.
An internal UPS storage battery is available for backup during power failures and transportation from one vehicle to another.
- Please go online at www.dlogloeistics.com
Wood Repair Kit
PL Fix, a two-part kit for easy and durable repairs for a woodworking repairs, is new from Henkel.
The polyurethane-based adhesive/ filler reportedly mixes easily, has minimal odor, and is suited for a variety of interior and exterior applications. Within four hours. the oroduct can finished and painted.
- P lease vi sit www.stic kw it hp l.com
Produced by Columbia Flooring, the product is manufactured in the popular 6" width and 54-112" lengths. The Uniclic locking system ensures easy installation.
- Please contact (800) 654-8796 o r v i s it www.co I umbiaflooring.com
Vinyl On A Higher Level
Variform's Timber Oak Ascent vinyl siding reportedly has the look and feel of hand-stained wood siding, but not the maintenance of wood.
mechanism that settles and projects a highly.visible beam in less than three seconqs.
Built-in magnets on an integrated foot-grip drywall track ensure accurate alignments.
- Please contact (800) 363-4458 or visit www.us.hilti.com
Blocking Windows
Weather Stopper impact-resistant windows and patio doors from Silver Line are built to withstand harsh weather conditions.
All sizes and styles meet ASTM testing standards for impact and wind pressure, along with Miami/Dade County codes.
treated lumber.
Each roll of tape is 150' long in one of two sizesl.3-112" andl-112".
- Please conract (800) 551-2828
Tough New Boots
Timberland's PowerWelt work boot features Ever-Guard leather that resists abrasion. heat. oil and water.
A patented variegated technology creates natural color variations and surface texture resembling wood. Each of the line's nine colors are protected with Permahue color enhancer from BASF.
Two traditional profiles and one Dutch lap profile are offered, plus coordinating soffits and accessories.
- Please visit www.variform.com
Plumbing With Accuracy
Lightweight and pocket-size, the Hilti PMP 32 plumb laser reportedly provides pinpoint accuracy for everyday layout work.
The product features one-button functionality and a self-leveling
A specially designed plastic inner layer is laminated for both safety and security. The barrier reportedly keeps the window sealed after impact. so wind pressure doesn't enter the home. It also reduces noise from outside and limited damaging sun that can fade furnishings.
- Please go online at www.silverlinewindows.com
Under Protective Wrap
York Wrap is a non-adhesive polymeric isolation tape designed to prevent corrosive effects.

Ample room is provided for toes, which are protected by a strong steel cap. A dual-density polyurethane footbed cushions the foot and resists compression.
- Please visit www.timberland.com
What's Up Dock?
DockSider Plank from TimberTech is ideal for dock, marina and boardwalk structures because its embossed grain reduces slippage. Unlike wood, the product resists fading, weathering, rotting and warping.
The thick and flexible PVC membrane reportedly stops potential moisture problems and shields galvanized metal that comes in contact with ACQ
The new planks span 24" on center. Two colors, cedar and gray, are available in 12', 16' and 20' lengths, with 48 planks per unit.
- Please contact (800) 307-7780 or visit www.timbertech.com
Easy Driver
The compact size of DeWalt's new cordless drill/driver allows access to tight spaces.
The DC750KA has an upgraded single-sleeve racheting chuck to help prevent bits from slipping. A 15-position clutch and a dual-speed range provides increased versatility. An allrub grip adds comfort and control.
- Please visit www.dewalt.com
Structural Adhesive
Trimbonder structural acrylic adhesive from Devcon can be applied rvith a standard caulking gun to fill in nail holes and gaps in vinyl, wood, urethane and aluminum substrates.

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A mixing nozzle allows the two-part adhesive to be easily dispensed. The product has a typical working time of five to eight minutes, a fixture time of 18 to 20 minutes, and cures in two to four hours.
Although paint is not required for protection, the finished product accepts latex paint.
- Please contact (800) 933-8266 or go online at www. trimbonder.com
Protective Barrier
Delta-Dry houservrap from Cosella-Dorken reportedly provides a solid barrier of protection against wind, rain and qamDness.
Unlike houservraps that are porous or breathable, the product can't be penetrated by air or moisture. Constructed of heavy, channeled polyethylene sheeting, it dries and drains as r'vell as Drotects.
A metallic silver membrane reflects radiant heat and is impervious to lvind and weather, and also helps maintain indoor temperatures and increase energy efficiency.
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A Better Bond
Bonsal American has developed Stayflex thin-set to bond large ceramic tiles. marble and natural stones to walls without slippage or sag.
The product can be used for both interiors and exteriors, and reportedly offers better flexibility, impact strength. and extended open time over ordinary thin-set mortars.
- Please contact (800) 738-1621 or visit www.bonsal.com
Easy-lnstall Brackets
New brackets from Railing Dynamics Inc. enable easier installation of Endurance and Novaline railing systems onto round columns.
and crawl-space ventilation systems protect homes from moisture damage, disburse harmful gases, and make homes healthier for occupants. Each vent is made of high-density polyethylene so it won't rust, and has a solidsteel turnbuckle for adjustment.
- Please contact (800) 498-1411 or visit www.mar-flex.com
Trimmed With Beauty
Reserve premium wood trim from Siskiyou Forest Products is designed to last for generations.

The brackets reportedly eliminate time-consuming cutting and scribing. They are made of a PVC compound that can be left white or painted to match other components.
- Please contact (877) 420-7245 or visit www.rdrail.com
Underground Ventilation
Vortex is a telescopic basement and crawl-space vent that comes in three models to fit every poured-wall and masonry situation.
According to Mar-Flex, basement
Made of western red cedar or redwood, the products are protected with an alkyd sealer to block tannin migration, followed by an acrylic primer. Reserve products are available in a wide range of sizes, lengths and finishes. Pattern stock is available.
- Please visit www.siskivouforestproducts.com
Water-Based Stain
Varathane water-based stain and polvurethane from Rust-Oleum is a bne-step product for staining, finishing and protecting interior wood.
The coating is virtually odorless, can be cleaned up with soap and water, and recoated in just one hour.
Eight semi-gloss colors match the Varathane premium wood stain color palette: golden pecan, golden oak, provincial, traditional cherry, red mahogany, cabernet, dark walnut, and Early American.
* Please visit www.varathane.conl
Roofs That Stay Put
StormMaster Pro-Cut Hip & Ridge asphalt roof shingles have been designed by Atlas Roofing for highwind performance.
Th^e shingles are made of modified asphalt and fiberglass and are cut on a taper to eliminate most hand trimming. One bundle covers 31 linear ft. when installed at 5-5/8" exposure.
- Vi s it www.atlasroofi ng.c om
Instant Entries
Ceco's ReadySet pre-assembled, pre-finished doors and frames are custom-made by certified assemblers in an ISO900 1 -certified factory. All hardware is included, so no time is spent on on-site drilling,
Masters Of Storage
JobMaster chests from Knaack Manufacturing offer secure and durable tool-storage solutions that are easy to move around a jobsite or into a work vehicle.
wiring or assembling. Corners are welded and mitered to create consistently smooth edges. Doors can be installed after drvwalling and painting.
- Please visit www.cecodoors.com

Each chest has the patented Watchman IV single-lock system, a dead-bolt style, two-point latching system that is recessed to deter thieves with bolt cutters. Casters can be added for additional mobilitv. and the chests have skids that allow them to be moved by a forklift.
- Please contact (800) 456-7865 or visit www.knaack.com
Stoned Beauty
Easy-to-maintain Sedona laminate countertops reportedly capture the natural beauty ofthe Southwest.
Wilsonart's high-definition technology reportedly replicates the look and feel of naturally weathered stone. Four colors-spirit, bluff, spa and trail-have a textured dual mattegloss finish.
- Please go online at www. w il s onar t lami nat e.c om