NEW PRODUGTS and selected sales aids

SecuritySpecial

Beginning this fall, Schlage Lock Co. is offering consumers a free security identification kit with the purchase of a deadbolt lock.

The home security kits contain an exclusive computer identification number. identification stencil, engraving tool and comPuter registration form. Consumers are advised to use the engraving tool to stencil their identification numbers on valuable household possessions

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HotTubSpray

The Haws Drinking Faucet Co. has introduced the Hot Tub Spray Unit, designed to help a person cool down or rinse off after a nice long soak.

and to send their name, address and computer number to the nationwide registry service which cooperates with law enforcement agencies tracing stolen goods.

The kit also contains a booklet of home security tips and a sheet of special warning decals to helP discourage theft.

To receive their free kits, consumers must mail a special coupon along with a purchase receipt and the label end from the deadbclt package, to the manufacturer. CouPons maY be redeemed through March, 1984.

Weather Wrap

A heavy-duty UV grade fabric for storage sheds, greenhouses, Pond covers and other large scale weatherproof applications is available from Chave & Earley, Inc.

The woven, flexible PolYethYlene fabric reportedly will not stiffen or crack in low temperatures. It transmits 9090 of light passed by clean glass.

Featuring a 43 tear strength and 150 tensile, it can cover structures up to 20,000 sq. ft.

The unit can be used to fill the hot tub or spa, clean up the surrounding area, or water the lawn.

Designed for easy installation on the tub deck, the chrome plated head is visible while the 8' hose is concealed below deck. All spray units are equipped with I Vz" diameter integral flange and lt/z' deck flange.

lnstant Heat

A gas log from Readybuilt Products Co. offers space heating for mobile homes, trailers, condominiums and apartments.

The log unit, part of a vented fireplace, features a control valve to set the flame height and regulate heat production to specific needs. The free flame action offers the natural look of real wood burning while generating between 25,000 and 37,500 BTU s of heat.

The product can be used with natural gas or connected to an LP gas system.

Caulking Tips

Easy Caulking TiPs are a new product designed for use with throwaway caulking and sealant tubes. Approximately 2" long, the tip is threaded on one end for attachment to the plastic nozzle of a tube. The other end comes in a variety of hole sizes and angles to allow the user to match the tip to the job.

Clemco Industries is wholesaling the product for $1.30.

On Wall Wiring

The various uses of Wiremold's On-Wall Wiring system are highlighted in new packaging which shows the product used with track lighting, hanging lamps, paddle fans and to add outlets in various rooms of the house.

Fifteen components are individually blister packed in burgundy and gold.

An introductory starter program includes free header, point of purchase sales aids, consumer brochures and advertising support material.

Breakaway Blade

For thick and thin cutting projects, Allway Tools has introduced its K7 and Kl3 Break-A-Way Knives featuring high-strength ABS plastic handles, safety locks, and replaceable blades.

The K7 is heavy-duty with a 7-point blade that can cut sheetrock, carton board and wood and be extended to approximately 3 % inches for cutting through thick materials including foam and fiberglass insula-

SpaceAgeSaw

The first of Porter-Cable's new generation of controlled portable electric tools is the Speedtronic PortaBand portable band saw with torque and blade speed controlled by a mlcro-processor.

Using this new system, the operator may pre-select the proper operating speed for the material being cut. The micro-processor then takes over, providing constant torque and blade speed regardless of load. The motor runs more efficiently, providing smoother and faster cuts, without danger of overload or overheating. The result is greater productivity, longer blade life and longer motor life.

A digital display panel accurately indicates actual blade speed. The operator can set the speed from 80 to 240 surface feed per minute on the push button control panel. When the tool is started, the micro-processor increases the electrical current from zero to running voltage over a span of several milli-seconds resulting in prolonged gear, blade and motor life.

FingerFoods

Chambers Corp.'s Companion Microwave and Retained Heat oven now has finger touch control of all time functions.

In addition to its new electronic elements. the microwave features a new microwave module with 3-stage cooking, touch controls for quick cook and terRperature selections, programmed defrost, whole meal cooking capability, delay start, temperature probe, 25 preprogrammable recipes and 1.3 cu. ft. capacity.

The oven is self-cleaning, has a built-in rotisserie, keep warm capa- bility, rockwool insulation, steel mesh door gasket and a new control panel with accents in keeping with current consumer trends.

Both have a limited warranty, five years on parts, two years on service labor.

Rolling Stock

Capitol Windows has introduced a new rolling aluminum door, Hudsonbay, designed for use in new residential construction, manufactured housing, low-rise commercial building and professional rehabilitation projects.

Advanced insulation properties suit the patio door series to climates requiring maximum energy conservation. In addition to the PVC thermal break in the exterior frame, each panel in the door has a thermal break for extra resistance to heat transfer. Sealed, /e" double glazing further increases energy savings.

Quick Fix

Presto Patch, an acrylic spackling compound manufactured by The Savogran Company, is now available in resealable plastic tubs which ensure moisture retention.

On the Level

A universal ceiling fan leveler, designed for installing the fans on slanted ceilings, is now available from Nichols-Kusan, Inc.

tion. The Kl3 is a lightweight tool for wallpapering, crafts, and other light cutting projects.

Both are available with merchandiser buckets. The Kl3 bucket holds 50 knives and the K7 contains 25.

Other features include mylarshielded pile weatherstripping, weep slots for full drainage and a full interlock where the panel stiles meet. Right or left handing can be determined in the field with reversible panels.

The leveler comes in two sizes to accommodate most makes and sizes of ceiling fans with Vz" and %" diameter hanging stems.

It is available in a choice of four finishes: bright brass, antique brass, white or brown.

Customer's lmage

Space-saving merchandisers that allow customers to see themselves reflected within the product, handle it, and then take it prepackaged to the sales counter are available from Monarch Mirror Door Co., Inc. for their mirror products.

The modular, easy-to-assemble display units can also serve as selfcontained storage areas. They can be used individually or in various group combinations and arrangements.

Major features include silkscreened headers, baked enamel metal frames, posters and literature racks with full-color brochures.

Good In The Stretch

Textured Coatings of America, Inc. has entered the retail consumer market with a newly developed paint product, TexoCoat S-T-R-E-T-C-H. Said to be thicker and more durable thanconventional paint, itcan be applied directly by the contractor or do-it-yourselfer.

A 10090 acrylic elastomeric resinbased membrane that resists cracking, stains and mildew, it is capable of up to 35090 elongation and re- mains flexible over extreme temperature changes. It is said to bridge hairline cracks without patching and to be ideal for use on stucco, concrete blocks and wood. It can be applied with roller or spray.

Ding Dabber

Scratches, rub throughs, and other blemish defects can be repaired with the new Mohawk CM-l Furniture Touch-Up Markers, available in l2 colors.

A capillary type touch-up marker whose colors bite into the furniture surface for long lasting finish, the product is designed for use by either skilled professional finishers or nonprofessional repairmen.

They may be purchased in assorted groups of l2 or single colors in group amounts, and are priced according to single, dozen or gross lots.

Shrink Selector

Ostermann & Scheiwe has introduced a 3' x 4' x 8' freestanding merchandising display for 8' packages of its Profilewood solid wood ceiling and wall system.

The pre-stocked display holds 44 shrink wrapped packages. Consumers can select the species they want from the display and carry the packages out. Each species label is color coded for shopping ease.

The display comes with a side mounted full-color room scene poster, literature holder and consumer literature.

Secret Hideaway

A new cash and bond box has been introduced by The Durham Manufacturing Co.

Constructed of heavy gauge welded steel and measuring 5 % " wide, llVz" long and 3%" deep, it has a three number combination lock which can be set to any combination or changed to a new combination by the user at any time. A brass handle is furnished for easy portability.

The box is finished in acid and rust resistant gray baked enamel.

Naillt Down

Maze Nails now offers 33 of the most popular Stormguard Nails in I lb. boxes.

These hot-dipped galvanized nails for roofing, siding or trim come in a variety of shank styles including plain, Screw-Down and AnchorDown, a ring thread. All are double dipped in molten zinc to make them corrosion resistant.

Colorful labels identify uses: yellow for roofing; green for sidine: blue for trim. All nails are parallelpacked for easy grabbing.