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Selected Sales Aids

structs precise planograms, total store layouts and comprehensive financial reports.

For retailers, the space management software integrates point-ofsale and inventory data to reorganize tens of thousands of everchanging items, producing appealing shelfsets, distinguishing top selling products from slow movers and avoidine out-of-stock situations.

For manufacturers and wholesalers, the planograms can be used to improve sales presentations, support new product introductions and work with retailers to obtain more shelf space for their products.

Trim Head Fasteners

New trim head fasteners from Swan Secure Products are ideal for finish work and trim where they can be easily driven flush with or below the work surface.

Designed for wood construction, the screws' small, unobtrusive, deep countersunk heads are especially

Master Planner

Combining ease of use, database flexibility and crisp color graphics, SpaceMax from MarketMax con-

Sign On

A new sign making system from The Reynolds Group is said to allow retailers to produce professional quality point-of-purchase signage in less than 30 minutes.

The system incorporates Signcomp software, Hewlett Packard's DeskJet 500 printer and any IBMcompatible personal computer. The printer also performs all standard useful in fastening corner boards, fascia and mitered ends on quality wood siding. They are also ideal for decking and traditional toe-nailing type applications, such as affixing balusters and handrails. printer functions for word processing, desktop publishing, etc.

Users are said to boost sales and profitability 5-25V0, simultaneously reducing inventory and improving product selection.

Manufactured of solid stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance, the fasteners are offered in l",1-5/8",2-l/4" and 3" lengths.

The system includes two different typestyles, which print in sizes from 6 point to 5 inches and allows onscreen viewing of signs. Up to I I,000 different signs may be stored within the system for later printing.

Banding Recycler

A scrap, band and wire processing machine that transforms bulky, dangerous banding materials into valuable scrap metal is new from Indian Country, Inc.

Band-Ade automatically chops scrap into 4-in. lengths and deposits it into a 55-gallon drum fior easy storage and sale to recyclers.

Standard features include a heavy duty 3/4 hp electric motor, cutting shear, automatic feed device, heavy duty flywheel, wide feed throat, micro safety switch, sealed bearings, safety release lever and all steel welded construction.

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Multi- Location Manager

A materials management system designed to address the needs of the multi-location operation is new from Versyss Inc.

The Materials Management System: 5.00, Distributed Data Processing facilitates the transfer of information between systems at multiple locations in order to maintain similar databases on separate, independently run systems.

The system allows for: tying in up to 99 remote locations, sophisticated tracking by location, polling of information over a weekend, and diverse sales order, inventory and reporting capabilities.

Wood Restorer

A weather resistant, water resistant coating for revitalizing aging wood roofing, siding and fencing is new from Chapman Chemical Co.

Designed for exterior wood above ground, Sta-Brite R comes as a concentrate. It is mixed with nine parts water and sprayed on surfaces precleaned of all stains and debris.

The result is a waterproof, weatherproof, natural looking, semitransparent stain finish, reportedly at a fraction of the cost of roof replacement.

The product is available in cedar brown and weathering gray.

What-lf Planogram System

MarketWare's new Pegman 2.5 space management system features a "Planogram Scoreboard," which allows users to immediately see the impact of their merchandising decisions on six key financial criteria as they add or delete even a single SKU.

Developed to help manufacturers and retailers find the highest return on their space, the system totals key there are no unsightly wires has been developed by Larmco Security.

The system consists of a small transmitter that fits into each window extrusion, a panic button, a portable hand-held radio transmitter that allows homeowners to activate the alarm at will, and a wireless receiver/controller, which is centrally located in the house and receives a radio signal from the win-

Air There & Everywhere

A two-in-one cordless air compressor/rechargeable power pack is new from Campbell Hausfeld.

financial measurements that can be viewed at any point during creation or merchandising of planograms.

Other features include a minimum/maximum inventory feature for optimal inventory management, 18 flexible worksheet columns for financial modeling, comprehensive financial reports for category management, enhanced graphics capabilities and a master database for handling up to 100,000 SKUs.

Available in four versions at various levels of sophistication, the software runs on any IBM or compatible personal computer with a 640k memory.

Alarming Openings

An electronic alarm system built directly into Stanley windows so dow transmitter or panic button. The receiver/controller contains an LED indicator to immediately identify the location of the attempted entry along with a 110 decibel siren.

In-House Architect

New computer programs that allow custom design of deck and garage projects have been introduced by CadQuest Inc. The programs print out diagrams and material and price lists. Deck designers are provided with choices of freestanding or attached, single or multiple, height, direction,

The unit weighs less than I I lbs. and delivers up to 220 psi of air power. It includes two recharging cords: one that operates on a standard ll5 V household circuit and a l2V cord that connects to a car cigarette lighter.

Radiant Barriers

Retroflect Panels from Parsec help prevent the transfer of heat from the roof deck to the ceiling insulation.

Lightweight, double-sided, easy to handle and simple to install, the thermal radiation barrier panels fit between rafters of the roof.

step locations, in-ground or pier footings, and materials.

Garage designers get a choice of garage size (single or multiple car), roof and wall height, garage door location and size, entry door location and size, window location and size, roofing and siding styles, and materials.

Spray To All Fields

The Dancing Waters sprinkler from Rain Bird fealures a unique spray action that pulsates while oscillating, improving water distribution while creating less friction and wear on the motor.

the thrusting water pressure along its entire length, reducing motor wear and enabling sprinkler operation even with low water pressure. Power jet nozzles provide precision stream control and resist clogging from alkali, calcium and mineral deposits. A 32-position dial permits programming a variety of water patterns.

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attic ventilation, the product reportedly results in cooler attics in the summer and dryer attics in the winter. Showing as a thick ridge cap on the roof, the product conforms to any roof pitch and is available for cedar, asphalt, fiberglass or flat tile roofs.

Window Toppings

A new line of window top treatments in an assortment of colors and prints is now available from Kenney.

Water flow and stream flow are continuously varied by a rotating element in the oscillator motor, causing water droplets to fill in between the spray pattern for more uniform lawn coverage.

A floating spray tube distributes

Roll Vent, the only self-contained ridge ventilation system available on a roll, has been developed by Benjamin Obdyke. Designed to simplify and improve

Motorized Wheelbarrow

A motorized wheelbarrow from HP Wheelburro Co. is said to reduce hauling time and labor by up to 800/0.

flatbed attachments. Optional rear caster wheels permit operation on level ground or paved surfaces reportedly with no lifting needed to move the load.

Long Arm Pruner

A lightweight, portable, telescoping pruner with a unique drive shaft which extends from 7 to I I ft. has been introduced by Technic Tool Corp.

The telescoping shaft promotes operator safety, since the cutting chain remains a safe distance from the operator's face and body and tree limbs fall a ways away.

It is powered by a 2l cc gasoline engine. The cutting head consists of a 10" sprocket nose chain bar, chrome-plated 3/8" pitch cutting chain and patented cutting shoe. The cutting head assembly is crafted out of tooled steel, fiberglass and hardened beveled gears. A cutting shoe guides the branch to assure clean, precise cuts.

With its 5 hp Briggs & Stratton engine, Wheelburro moves loads up to 500 lbs. at 3 mph in forward or reverse. It climbs or descends slopes up to 35' with 300 lb. loads at the same controlled pace. A parking brake on the drive also helps prevent movement without operator control. Dumping is made easy by a pivoting bed design, with dumpbed or

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Inner Space

An updated Spaceman III, a software program that helps retailers build planograms down to the smallest detail, has been introduced by Logistics Data Systems.

Features include schematic output, increased pegboard functionality and planogram creation through flexible block functions.

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- Prompt shipment from our extensive inventory, or mill direct

- Pattern & Fascia run to our own high standards or custom milled to your specifications

- Highly mixed loads are our speciality

Ladder Pads

A redesigned True Grip extension ladder safety stand-off and surface protector has been introduced by R.D. Werner Co.

The new model increases ladder contact area and provides improved gripping for added safety, while offering excellent surface protection. It features replaceable rubber pads and disposable fleece bonnets.

Rail clamps adjust to rail widths and transfer the work load to the rails.

The mounting system attaches with one U-bolt and rail clamp; no drilling is necessary.

New French Heights

An 8-ft. high French-styled gliding patio door is now available from Andersen Windows.

The Perma-Shield Frenchwood door features natural wood interior. solid brass hardware, long-lasting finish and a choice of two types of low-emissivity glass.

Doors come in three widths, including 5 ft., 6 ft. and 8 ft. two-panel configurations, left or right-hand operating. Single, stationary sidelites are also offered in three sizes.

Solar Accent Light

The new Malibu Solar Tech solarpowered accent light from Intermatic offlers easy installation without the hassles of wiring.

The portable light requires no electrical current because it collects sunlight during the day and shines automatically at night. It incorporates a durable solar panel directly into the design and includes long lasting, rechargeable NiCad batteries.

A prismatic lens design focuses light toward the lamp base in a wide radius.

Optional accessories include swivel-mount and surface-mount brackets.