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COATINGS & RESEARCH, INC.
3706 Mercantile Ave. ' Naples, Florida 34104 o4rl4s6-L99L. (8oo) s33-832s
MANUS 9a".1*NON.SLIP SAFETY PAINT
For steel studs, non-magnetic nutsetters prevent metal shaving build-up and rounding on hex-head, self-tapoins screws. TheY are also ideal lor llui'tinum, stainless steel, painted or plastic fasteners. A spring nib feature holds screws more firmlY than magnetic drivers.
Special masonry, drYwall and decking/subflooring bits are designed to absorb torque peaks caused by driving screws where unknown hardness factors exist.
They have a reduced size shank that is more ductile than the tiP' absorbing more shock, and for less tip breakage and guiding the bit to the screw head to prevent drYwall damage.
- Selected products come in clear 25 packs, and a three-Piece steel stud nutsetter set is carded in a reusable case.
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Professional Drywall TaPe
A strong backing drYwall taPe available from CCX Fiberglass Products is designed not to shrink, and eliminates the need for prepasting or stapling.
WallSpan comes in white or Yellow 2"-wide and2-112"-wide rolls. It is available in lengths of 36', 50', 75', 150', 300' and 500'packaged or in bulk rolls.
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Prevent slip & falls ' 100% acrylic latex formula offers a flexible' quick drying paint that withstands heavy traffic, will not crack or powder, cleans uo with ease, and eliminates {ire hazards and toxic odors. ldeal lor wood, concrete, aluminum, fiberglass or primed steel surfaces' MANUS COATINGS & RESEARCH CO.
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Fire-Safe Storage
A fire-resistant chest from Sentry Group provides safe storage of electronic media.
The Fire-Safe media chest fits in a desk or file drawer, yet holds up to 60 3-112" diskettes, 30 5-l/4" diskettes, 20 3-l/2" data cartridges, or four 5" and 6" data cartridges.
Users can remove the pull-out disk/cartridge organizer for desktop use, then lock the disks or cartridses away in the chest.
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Cool, Man, Cool
A heavy duty air conditioning unit is new from Inter-City Products
With SEER ratings in the 10.05+ range, the l-ll2-ton through 5-ton Comfortmaker FB Series units have new plug-in compressors.
The units also feature a top discharge condenser fan design, coated inlet grille that resists corrosion and
P.0. Box 4397, Phoenix, AZ 85030 FAX 602-258-7581 (800) 524-6255 (602) 252-4961 protects coil fins, condenser coil made of long-lasting copper tubing with aluminum fins, low sound levels, and a special weather resistant triple-step paint process.
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Forceful Rotary Hammer Drill
Hilti Inc. has developed a new rotary hammer drill that reportedly lasts 507o longer and with a 5/16" bit drills 10% faster than comparable drills.
The TE I rotary hammer drill features a variable speed switch and an optional concrete/block drilling range of 3/16" to 5/16" with a total ranse in concrete up to 3/4".
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Totally Frosted, Dude!
A new frosted block window with a decorative wave pattern has been introduced bv Hv-Lite Block Windows.
Constructed of lightweight acrylic blocks with frosting on one side, the 600/800 series windows are reportedly 75Vo lighter and 35Vo more energy efficient than installed glass block.
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Double-Duty Garage Alarm

A low-cost garage alarm sYstem bY Tekxon, Inc. is designed with two high-powered alarms that are triggered if an entrapped obstacle or malfunction prevents the door from closmg.
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Store Security By ComPuter
A live digital video camera from Marshall Electronics, Inc. Plugs directly into standard commercial telephone lines for remote viewing and storing of color or b&w video pictures on any PC.
The SecureCam I enables store owners and managers to monitor their operations from remote locations. Users can freeze the picture to hold a full screen, high-resolution, 640x480, 24-bit color image on the screen. The camera can work up to 250 ft. from the ohone line and features electronic zoom itr/out, pan and tilt controls.
At the remote location, onlY the camera and a standard telephone line are needed. At the monitoring site, a PC running Microsoft Windows and a modem are required to view and save the images. Circle
Revolutionary Corner Backer
A builder installed fastener for supporting interior dry- wall corners is new from The Millennirim Gr6up, Inc.
_ Designed to replace traditional wood backings, the Nailer is attached at the end of the framing stage using pneumatic, hand-held, or electric staple guns.-
. Its,textured surface prevents skating, so screws zip right into the plastic tab. Once both surfaces are drywalled, lhe backer is covered, facilitating taping.
Made of recycled plastic, it reduces corner cracking, and eliminates separation due to truss uplift.
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Movers And Shakers
A pin shelf with shaker pegs and a door for storing small objects is available from S&S Wood Specialties"
The mitten boxes, available in a 7"x24i' 4-peg and a 7"x18" 2-peg model, are shrink-wrapped for pegboard use.
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Swaneze
Highest quality nalls for cedar, redwood and other fine wood malerials.
r Slender shank and blunt diamond ooint Diamond pattern head blends with wood texture Small head diameter permits face nailing and blind nailing r Annular ring threads oreclude nail head popping and cupping of siding boards. AlSl Grade 304 nickel/chromium alloy.
o Self-counter sinking bugle and trim heads o Square drive recess eliminates driver bit cam-out r Sharp point for quick penetration with minimal oressure r Self-tapping coarse threads. Coated with non-stick, dry lubricating film o Solid nickel/ chrome stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance r 6 lengths: l" through 3"

INFORMAL gathering of Hoo-Hoo members from the San Francisco East Bay area met in Oakland, Ca., recently for lunch at Francesco's Restaurant: (1) Manuel Lavrador. (2) Dwight Cunan, Guy Laverty. (3) Kevin Fogarty. (4) Jim Harrison, Ted French. (5) GarY Haaoenson. Jim Lewman. (6) Tom Richert, Ratitr goshion, Claudia Cbi,van. (7) Joe Casella. (8) Brent Crosby. Hoo-Hoo Intemational is a fraternity for lumber people.
Depot May Garry Appliances
As part of a broad review of what it sells, Home Depot is contemplating stocking a wide range of appliances, including refrigerators, washers and dryers at its stores.
The chain has enlisted Don Galloway, a former executive of appliance and furniture retailer Roberds Inc., to investigate product lines, speak with manufacturers and negotiate prices.

A decision on appliances reportedly is months away.
Currently Depot stores carry a very limited line of ovens, dishwashers and refrigerators for customers remodeling kitchens. Its upscale Expo locations stock a larger assorfinent.