NEW PRODUGTS

And Selected Sales Aids

This carrying system provides for a lift capacity of up to 4,000 lbs., despite the forklift's own weight of 3,000 lbs. Its light weight also makes for easy handling even on rough, muddy terrain. Utilizing its telescoping legs, the lift reportedly can maintain a level load on up to a 30'grade.

This telescoping feature also provides for increased maneuverability during pallet handling, improves operator visibility, and allows the lift to load itself onto the rear of a truck piggyback style for transportation to the work site.

A new material handler from Spyder Inc., unlike conventional counter-weighted forklifts, carries its load between its two hydraulicallypowered front drive wheels.

Other features include an ExtendA-Fork convenience for quick removal of pallets from the forks, independently powered hydraulic drive wheels, free swiveling rear caster, single responsive control, and an air-cooled diesel or gasoline engine.

Options include four wheel drive and extended masts.

Carefully detailed, reportedly to the genuine Renaissance specihcations, the columns may be used inside or outside, as structural members or decorative elements.

The columns are primarily constructed from Ponderosa pine and clear heart redwood, although other woods are available on request. Column staves are individually tapered to give the proper entasis to the shaft, while maintaining a consistent thickness throughout their length. Using an exclusive double-V joint for alignment, the shafts are then assembled with Type-l glue, producing a strong, watertight bond.

They come in many heights, diameters and styles, which include doric. ionic. corinthian and many others.

For more information on New Products write The Merchont Mogozine, 4500 Campus Dr.. Suite 480, Newport Beach, Ca. 92660. Please mention issue date and page number so we can process your request faster! Many thanks:

Hedging Towards Safety

A new hedge trimmer cord from Royal Electric has been designed to make cutting shrubs and hedges easier. more convenient and safer bv lessening the chance of accidentally cutting the power cord.

The unit utilizes a 15" section of retractile cord and a belt clip to keep it out of the way. The rectractile cord will extend to a full 6 ft.

It also features all-weather jacketing that remains flexible from -58o to +221", and is highly abrasion-resistant.

Paintless Patterns

Vinyl lattice said never to need painting because the color or white pigment is added in the first stage of manufacturing is new from Cross Industries.

The lattice reportedly does not rot and is not susceptible to termite attack.

It is available in three different weights, diagonal or rectangular patterns, and a variety ofcustom colors.

January 1988

Breakfast In Bed

A collapsible, multi-use folding lap tray is new from Stylette.

The sturdily molded lap tray features rounded edges, vented side storage pockets, and a large table surface measuring 2l-l/2" x 14". lts legs fold easily and smoothlY for quick, compact storage. - It is offered in non-fade white, almond and muted slate blue.

White Hot Wood Flooring

Two white wood flooring styles, along with floor care products designed for use on white wood, are new from Hartco.

The flooring is pre-finished with a white pigment stain rubbed deep into the pores of the wood, two coats of tough polyurethane, and a final wax topcoat.

Winter White Parquet is l00o/o Appalachian oak in 12" x 12" units made of four 6" x 6" squares with tapered tongues and grooves. The second style, Aspen White PatternPlus, comes in four modular-sized units, 9", 18" 27" and 36" in length and each 4-l/2" in width.

A Window For Any OPening

Five new sizes of casement, awning and picture windows are now available from Andersen CorP.

A small, square-shaped awning window, a slender casement unit with two taller heights, and a casement/awning picture window in two new widths are offered. All products are vinyl clad wood in white or earth tone exteriors.

Accessories include screens, blinds, extension jambs, removable glazing panels, snap-in grilles and two types of High-Performance glazing, in tempered and high-altitude varieties.

Stock Locks

A new line of passage and PrivacY locksets is now available from Atrium Door & Window CorP.

Offered in a polished or antique brass fltnish, the lever-handle locksets are shipped in unique new packaeing which puts the Products in n'eaifutt view, while providing high package durability and easy stacki-ng. - In aOdltion, a merchandiser featuring a 48-unit capacity, two workine models. two literature racks and ex'ira storage space below, all in less than 4 sq. ft., is also available.

Home Of The Future

A new building system producing efficient, flexible and passive solar structures designed to adapt to any site and environment has been introduced by Mayer Freedome.

Shingle Introductions

Three new shingles featuring limited warranties ranging from 25 to 35 years are now available from GS Roofing.

Genstar High Sierra, a heavy weight laminated shingle, uses different granule formulations for enhanced appearance.

Sierra Fire-Halt, a middle-weight laminated shingle, comes with the U.L. Wind Resistant Label.

Genstar Architect 80, the industry standard lieht heavYweight shingle, features a U.L. Class A fire ratine.

Pothole Patch

An improved pothole patching compound has been introduced by Hy-Grade Corp.

Maintenance products include a white wax for application immediately after installation, a product for routine cleaning and polishing, a cleaner for removing stubborn spots, marks and old wax builduP, and a touch-up kit for rePairing small damaged areas.

Freedome structures emploY a dome-like roof, many windows, and non-bearing walls, which may be opened. The single- or multi-family units are constructed by conventional methods using conventional materials.

The buildings are adaptable in response to the changing needs of families. Living space reportedly can be easily reduced or expanded from 1,200 sq. ft. to 7,000 sq. ft.

Unlike conventional materials which are said to be extremely hard, dry and crumbly, HPM is glossy, soft and easy-to-work, leaving a patch similar to most driveway surfaces.

The material reportedly bonds just as well under water. No drying time is necessary; the patch can be walked or driven over immediately after compaction.

It comes in a strong, leak-proof, poly bag and has a shelf life of over one year, even with outside storage.

The core structure is supported by six columns; the exterior is supported by conventional walls.

Showy Shingles

Georgia-Pacific's new laminated architectural shingles feature a distinctive shadow line created by the dragon tooth laminated to their backer strips and an extra line of drak granules which form a rich, three-dimensional look of increased thickness and luxury.

Fiberglass-based Summit shingles are applied just like standard threetab shingles, with no special furring strips or roof leveling required when reroofing. A nailing line on the face of each shingle ensures accurate fastener placement.

from Radon Testing Corp. of America.

A charcoal canister absorbs a sample of air and is then mailed to the company's labs. A computer analysis determines the amount of radon, if any, in the home, and the results are sent back to the home in about a week in a conltdential report.

complete drywall screwdriver systems with nylon framing hosepieces, locking collars, aluminum depth locators, l/4" magnetic bit holders and l" No. 2 Phillips bits.

Accessories include a top grain leather holster and additional locking collars, depth locators, Phillips and slotted bits and magnetic bit holders.

The naturally occurring, radioactive gas travels underground and percolates in the air within living spaces, usually seeping into a home in the basement. Contamination can also occur through cracks in floors and walls, loose-fitting pipes or just about any construction imperfection.

New Screwguns

Double Doggie Bed

Real wood doggie bunk beds are now available from Du-Say's.

A seal down adhesive strip applied to the shingle's backside allows its weight and the effect of gravity to pull the sealant into quicker contact with the shingle below.

All shingles are uniformly cut prior to lamination at the plant. They come in four earthtone colors and black.

Radon House Test

A home radon testing kit designed to detect the presence of the invisible, odorless gas is available

Variable speed power screwdrivers designed to increase productivity and reduce fatigue are new from AEG Power Tool Corp.

The tools feature reversible 5.1 amp motors, a 9 dog coaxial clutch system to eliminate spindle runout, ergonomically engineered housing and handle for user comfort, industry standard 1.4" hex ANSI drive system, a recessed lock button with push-through reversing pin, and a side mounted, stainless steel belt clip.

The four new models each weigh 3 lbs. Two models come equipped with locking collar, nylon depth locator,l/4" magnetic bit holder and l" No. 2 Phillips bit. The other two are

The two beds lift apart for use as single beds. The ladder is also detachable. Each bed measures 28"x 19", features an Early American design with wood finish, and includes a brass nameplate that can be personalized with up to l0 letters. Foam cushions have washable slip covers.

No assembly is required.

Painter's Helper

Two top-selling paint accessories - masking tape and poly dropcloth-have been combined into one easy-to-use protective drape by Daubert Coated Products.

For more information on New Products write The Merchant Magozine,4500 Campus Dr., Suite 480, Newport Beach, Ca.92660. Please mention issue date and page number so we can process your request {aster! Many thanks!

Shake And Plant

Wildflower seed mixture is now available in handy shaker cans from Bentley Seed Co.

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U.S. and will cover up to 600 sq. ft. The mix is bulked up with I oz. of vermiculite to make spreading easier.

Countryside Wildflower Mixture is a balanced blend of many different species of natural, self-reproducing flower seeds.

The 2 oz. shaker cans are packed 12 Io a folding display carton. [t is also available in 4 lb. and l/2-lb. bags, and in bulk orders and special blends on request.

Delicate Wallcovering Situation

Clear wallcovering adhesive for hanging delicate materials such as silk, grasscloth, burlap and cloth has been introduced by Durabond.

Tape 'n Drape's straight-edge tape leaves crisp painted edges, while its attached durable polyethelene dropcloth catches splatter and drip.

The product is available in a 4-l/2" x ll5-ft. roll that unfolds to 2l inches, and an l1-l/2" x 115-ft. roll that unfolds to 43 inches. The rolls are pre-assembled on a cutter, with refill rolls also offered.

Each shaker contains a I oz. blend of l6 different wildflowers suitable for growth throughout most of the

The product provides a non-staining seal which reportedly will not show through delicate wallcoverings. It is also mildew-resistant, so it will stand up to high-moisture conditions.

The adhesive comes ready to use; no mixing or soaking is required. It stays workable for several hours for easy repositioning and dries completely within 48 hours.

The product is available in l/2gallon and gallon containers.

January 1988

Hooked On Paint

Double duty paint can hooks are new from Crawford Products.

The hook's flat end can be used to pry open any paint can by placing it under the rim and lifting to pop the cover open. The hook's round end hangs from a ladder rung to hold the can in place.

They come in a color-coordinated (black, gold and red) blister package with a product-in-use illustration on the front panel. Each package contains two hooks and can be merchandised on a pegboard.

Leather Stripping

A point-of-purchase leather goods display is now available from Goldblatt Tool Co.

The revolving, four-tier display holds 58 items, including carpenter aprons, tool holders, nail bags, knee pads and belts. All items come prepackaged in boxes or poly bags or carded, and hang neatly on revolving wire racks.

A two-color header tops the merchandiser.