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Sales Scripts
Software that walks countermen through the sales procedure using customized scripts that remind clerks to ask the right questions of a customer or to suggest additional items to complete the sale is new from Specialized Business Solutions.
Designed for Keystroke Point-ofSale sofnvare system, it is the industry's first Script Editor module.
Whenever a scripted item is entered or scanned during a sales transaction, additional script procedures are automatically started.
Sands Of Silence
A new finishing sander engineered for lower noise has been introduced by Makita.
The Model B04552's lightweight compact design incorporates a com-
Fi ngerjoi nted Hardwoods
Fingerjointed oak and poplar boards are now available in 4", 6" and 8" widths from Walter H. Weaber Sons, Inc.
Lengths are primarily 8, 12 and l6'.
Full-size fingerjointed poplar mouldings and moulding blanks are also available.
fortable pafm-grip design and large, comfortable clamp levers for quick and easy installation of the sandpaper. Its powerful 1.6-amp motor and maximum operating speed of 14,000 OPM make it ideal for a variety of heavyduty uses, while all ball-bearing construction ensures smooth operation and longer tool life.
A built-in dust bag is provided.
Bui lder-Friendly Windows
A line of builder-friendly windows designed for easy installation and quality performance to prevent callbacks has been infoduced by Marvin.
The Integrity line features wood windows with an exterior shield of Ultrex, a mix of glass fibers and a polyester resin formed in a heated die. It reportedly provides high streng0 and stability and will not chip, q:rck, bend or warp. Glazing is 3/4" insulating glass with l,ow E II, a coating that incorporates multiple layers of energy-reflecting materials. Flexible bulb wea0erstripping keeps air and water ouL
Easy installation features include factory-installed hinged nailing fins with co-extruded drip cap, factoryapplied jamb extensions and factory mulling.
The line offers casements. awnings, bows, bays and picture units. Hardware includes split arm roto gear on casements and single amr roto gear on awnings. Heavy-duty cam sash locks pull the sash in for a tight seal.
Ultimate Cargo Hook
Detachable tiedown anchors that universally fit almost every vehicle are new from AHAA Enterpises. Made of strong, rust resistant, stainless steel, Scavenger Hooks easily clip on and off without drilling or defacing the vehicle.
Lumber Tags
Thrc€-part stocked lumber tags fre now offered by California Printing Services.
Tlne 4314"x7-If2" tags bave numbers on all three pars, with areas to indicate lumber lengths. Tags are l0 point wet srength imprinted with indelible ink and can be printed with company names and logos.
Snappy Toilet Paper Holder
The new Snap-Load Toilet Paper Holder from Toto Kiki USA makes changing toilet paper a snap.
Spring-loaded, retractable anns on the sides of the holder snap a fresh roll into plrce. A fliFup lid serves as a paper cuser for easy retrieval of the paper and helps eliminate unsigbtly paper hanging ftom the holder. Made of injection-molded plastic, the device is available in bone and white.
Strike Up Sides
Unlike conventional hammers that have curved, concave, smoothly polished side surfaces, the Side Strit<e Harnmer from Gossage Tool Co. allows for flush striking with the flat waffled sides of its head.
Free Additional Inforiuation
on any prduct in this section is available by writing 4500 Campus Dr., Suite 480, Newport Beach, C-a.92660. Or call (7 14) 852-1990 or FAX 7 14-852-023 I Requests will be forwarded to the manufacturer. Please list product(s), issue and page number:
The claw harnmer's head is forsed ftom 1050 high-carbon tool steel, tien "zone" heat-treated, milled, polished and attached to a premium grade hickory or polypropylene-jacketed fiberglass handle.
Efficient Foam lnsulation
Reportedly the first aerosol polyurethane foam to be independently certified as a spray-on drywall adhe- sive has been developed by Abisko Manufacturing.
EnerFoam foam insulator reportedly provides the equivalent of 40 qt. tubes of ordinary drywall or panel adhesive.

Used with an applicator tool, it is said to lower by one-third the number of screws needed, decrease mudding labor and reduce nail-pop call-backs.
Outdoor Finish
A water-based, semi-transparent. finish said to penetrate and protect exterior wood from moisture penetration, rot and decay for three to five years is new from Tropitech Coatings & Research.
Spa-N-Deck TCR 606 Exterior Wood Finish contains fine acrylics, fungicides and powerful ultraviolet filters to prevent surface degradation. It reportedly retains the wood's natural beauty even in extreme environments.
Available in four standard and custom colors, it is applied with brush, roller or sprayer.
Sports Sorters
Stytsn racks that store, organize and display sporting equipment are new from Pro Stor.
Consfucted of solid steel, protected with pvc sleeves and coated with an epoxy finish, the nine different racks are designed for bat/ball sports, bicycling (three rack styles), golf, skiing (three sizes) and racquet sports.
WSP Wood Surface Prep is also offered for application of finishes to new pressure treated lumber.