NEW PRODUCTIS

And Selected Sales Aids

Redwood Stained Bird Houses

Cardinal Crest Bird Houses from Mosser Lee feature rugged, redwoodstained wooden construction to last through many generations of hatchlings.

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Truss Bearing Enhancer

A new connector from Simpson Strong-Tie Co. transfers the load from a truss or girder to plates for improving bearing strength.

Manufactured of 18 gauge galva-

The Merchant Magazine nized steel, the Truss Bearing Enhancer can replace the nail-on scab or an additional ply when needed for bearing only.

It comes in sizes for double 2x4 or double 2x6 top plates. One size works with any number of girder plys. Tab and plate line marks ensure proper installation.

Workshop Organlzer

The compact Workshop Organizer from Akro-Mils transforms an ordinary work arca into an attractive, convenient work center in minutes.

Included are double wide tool rack, five matching AkroBins for small parts storage and molded plastic pegboard. The pegboard is scratch resis-

All models come fully assembled, ready to be attached to a tree limb or pole.

Three styles are available, designed specifically for bluebirds, wrens or finches (the most popular birds to attract and the ones that most need houses).

They are shipped in an attractive, colorful display carton that contains six of each design.

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tant, will not chip and accepts standard pegboard hooks.

All parts are molded of high strength plastic. The organizer is 22" high by 24" wide.

Cold Weather Grout

An extremely rapid strength gaining, nonshrink gout for cold weather applications is new from Five Star hoducts.

The unique cement based, nonmetallic grout achieves 4,000 psi in four hours and 6,000 psi in a day.

lnstant Grout is resistant to most chemicals and comes in easy-to-handle, 48 lb., resealable plastic pails.

Silvan Inc.'s Classic Line of outdoor fumiture is crafted of kiln dried, clear redwood with all natural defects and knots removed.

Included are dining tables and chairs, coffee and end tables, club chairs and rockers, chaise lounge and cross-leg and folding picnic tables and benches.

Manufactured for maximum durability, strength and comfort, furniture is said not to sway, flex or collapse.

Have Forks, WillTravel

The new improved, lightweight Spyder forklift now lifts 4 ,000 to 5 ,000 lbs. toheights of72" to l2O",

The portable, all terrain material handler attaches itself to the rear of a flatbed truck for quick and easy unloading at any destination.

The hydrostatically-driven Kubota diesel powered system weighs about 3,600 lbs. Extend-A-Forks and disc brakes are standard, while other models include four-wheel drive.

The Sound Of Light

A new line of lighted garden speakers from Pioneer Electronics Technology combines outdoor low voltage lighting and high fidelity sound, all housed in a sculptured, free standing, acrylic polymer resin cabinet.

Two 36" high models are offered in a rectangular or triangular enclosure. The weather resistant cabinet, which has the look and feel of natural marble or stone, houses a built-in 12 volt, long lasting light source.

The two-way, air suspension, three speaker system includes a woofer, two tweeters and has a maximum power handling of 150 watts.

Blackout Light

Plugged into any wall outlet, the Power Failure Light from Eversafe comes on automatically when the

5 running feet of wall.

The solid wood, beaded wainscoting comes unfinished.

Broadcasts News

The Silent Salesman Plus video display system from Demex, Inc. broadcasts customized advertising, product information, promotions, useful hints, updates and other special messages.

The system stores and displays three color slide show messages in bold, easy to read, l" ot 2" characters on a high resolution. 27" CRT video screen.

Outlet lnstallation Aid

The E-Z Outlet Locator from Alum-A-Pole Corp. helps cut perfect outlet holes in wallboard even without a tape measure.

The material being used is placed power goes off.

It stays on for up to 90 minutes and resets when power is restored. lt can also be used as a handheld flashlight or night light at any time.

Simple Wainscoting Kits

"Easy as l-2-3" wainscoting kits from Woodline Manufacturing contain all the material a d-i-ver needs to cover

The supplied PC compatible program allows easy creation of a slide show and includes a scheduler to display shows at specific times on selected dates or days of the week. Shows can be displayed continuously or viewed manually with attachment of an optional forward/reverse switch.

Features are an industrial design for continuous 24 hour operation, "nonbattery" memory backup, RS -232 communications port and complete self containment.

Lacquer Thinner

Lacquer Retarder & Epoxy Thinner from Klean-Strip features a computer balanced formula that minimizes the problems of "blushing" and "orange peeling."

Its slower evaporation rate helps finishes dry evenly, withouf behg dull or rough.

in the desired position and pressed against the locator's pins. An outlet hole is formed by connecting the newly formed dots with a cut out.

Coded Tools

Sixteen different Arco box displays are now available with UPC codes on each tool upon special request.

Selections include assortments of various sizes and shapes: 30 cup brushes,48 wire wheels, 36 large wire and cup brushes, 20 and 40 grinding wheels, 24 and 40 mounted grinding points, 12 small flap sanders, l?larye flap sanders, 12 nylon brushes, 24 md 40 rotary flrles, 24 and 40 roto-cutters, l5 masonry cut-off wheels, and l5 metal cut-off wheels.

Weather Tough Timer

A new series of 24-hov timers combining dependable electromechanical design with industrial grade plastics to withstand moist environments has been introduced by Paragon Electrics.

The plastic construction is resistant to wear and temperature extremes.

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The P100 Series offers the features of other electromechanical timers, such as 40 amp switching and numerous switching and voltage arrangements. However, skip-a-day models can be manually tripped by depressing the activator dial, eliminating the traditional lever method. A newlv designed dial allows on/off events io be set as short as one halfhour.

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Paint Can Drip Guard

A simple, reusable device for eliminating paint can drips and splashes is new from Super Guard, Inc.

The Splatter Guard fits over the can rim so excess paint flows directly back into the can instead of into the rim or down the side of the can.

Manufactured of flexible polypropylene, the cover fits cans of different sizes, regaining its original shape after use. After painting, the guard is removed and wiped clean. The rim is left paint-free, so the can cover can be replaced and hammered down tightly with no splashing or oozing.

Control parts are molded from thermoplastic and polyester resins, and the rainproof enclosure is constructed of sturdy noryl. Wiping contacts and zinc-plated screw terminals resist corrosion. Made from polymers, the motor is completely encased to reduce contamination.

A new concentrated latex additive that can be added to sand and cement to create a latex modified thin set is now available from W.R. Bonsal Co. 9-724 Crete Additive is formulated to be mixed on the jobsite for installing decorative tile over a variety of substrates. It reportedly provides high bond strength, improved flexibility and higher compressive and impact srength than ordinary sanded thin set mortars,

Contractors will benefit from longer open time and more adjustability in hot climates. More flexibility means fewer tile cracking failures due to substrate movement.

It can be used in the installation of ceramic tile, deep lugged back tile, glass mosaics, quarry tile, pavers,

Vensn-roM: LAMTNATED DoucLAS FIR VENEERS FOR ADDED STRENGTH. WORKABILITY AND UNI FORMITY 1 -31 4' THICK.

Vensn-r-nM PLUS: LVL wrrH brick, slate and other natural stone. It can be used over concrete, masonry' brick, cement backerboard, motar leveling beds, gypsum wallboard, tile over tile or wherever thin set or polymer modified thin set mortar is specified.

UNIQUE HORIZONTAL GRAIN PATTERN FOR EXPOSED AND SINGLE PIECE APPLICATIONS, 3-1/2" OR 5-1tz', THICK, BOTH LVL PRODUCTS 9-'112" TO 20" DEEP WITH LENGTHS UP TO 66 FT.!

Stoc^ eurET, cALL BAcK FREE ENGINEERED LUMBER PRODUCTS THAT ELIMINATE SQUEAKS, WARP. WANE AND WASTE.

BCI Jorsr r-BEAMS.wHrcH MAKE RESIDENTIAI FRAMING FAST AND COST EFFECTIVE, THEY ARE LIGHTER. STIFFER AND QUIETER THAN DIMENSION LUMBER. FLANGES 1-3/4'& 2-5/16"; DEPTHS 9-112'to 20".

ALL ITEMS IN STOCK FOR IMMEDIATE PICK UP AND DELIVERY!

Power Protector

The new Protect-A-Plug weatherprotected outlet cover from Intermatic Malibu allows homeowners to Plug plug tdoor equipment into a standard outdoor electrical outlet and protect the connection in all weather conditions.

UL tested for "wet locations while in use," the cover consists of a backing plate mounted on the existing outlet or electrical box, two inserts for a ground fault circuit intemrpter and du6lex receotacle. a gasket and a clear plastic cover. Afte-r plugging in the equipment, the user closes the cover setuiely over the backing plate and plug.

The cover comes in two sizes: one to fit most l4-gauge and smaller cords and a deeper model for most l2-gauge and larger cords.

Suggested uses include low voltage lighting, outdoor timers, swimming pool filters and bug zappers.

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Lawn Cheers

The.Do-it best green garden center, a comprehensive marketing program-featu_ring an extensive decoi package, has been introduced bv HWI.

po-wer equipment and accessories, hoses and sprayers, chemi_ cals and fertilizers, landscape materials, coniainers, and nursery plants and shrubs.

Secure Connections

Perma-Titeplugs and connectors from Ericson Manufacturing Co. featyre a unique weather-tight rubber to rubber eight-point seal when the plug and connector are mated. An intemal water-dust wiper provides additional protection.

The devices are molded from a thermoplaitic polyester body surrounded by a high tech elastomer, making'them

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The center is designed for products such as garden tools, resistant to moisture, chemicals, impacts, crushing and extreme temperatures.

They incorporate a dead-front, back wired system to revent accidental contacts with live parts and a trinsparent ack plate for quick visual wiring. ^ p b