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While Precision is well known for quality Redwood Uppers, many customers are nol yel aware 0f our line vertical grain and mixed grain Douglas Fir. Let us quote your nexl "clear" lir inquiry. We think you'll agree that when it comes t0 service, quality and price, Precision's Douglas Fir Uppers are "Cleally The Best."

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Bill Shields. Willamette Industries, has been elected chairman ol the newlycreated American Forest Resources Alliance.

Mark Carlson, Weyerhaeuser's So. Ca. mktg. mgr., hardboard siding, won a composite div. contest. earning a June trip to Hawaii with his wife, Karen.

Don Parrish joined Weathervane Window Co., Lake Oswego, Or., in inside sales. David McDonald is new to outside sales.

Cliff Armoogan, 84 Lumber Co., Las Vegas, Nv., won first prize, a Chevy S-10 pickup truck, in a chainwide contractor sales contest.

John Artim has been named v.p.-So. Ca. operations for Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath, Walnut Creek, Ca., according to pres./c.e.o. Roy Jacuzzi.

Jim Wilson is a new lumber trader at Suncrest Forest Industries, Medford, Or.

Dan and Jerry Higman, Reliable Wholesale Lumber Co., Temple CitY and Huntington Beach, Ca., and their mother, Anna, sPent a familY vacation near Cabo San Lucas, Baja Ca., Mexico.

David J. HeerensPerger, PaY 'N Pak' Kent, Wa., will resign Aug. l, 1989' after l9 years as chairman and c.e.o.

Rob Dressler has been named pres' and c.o.o. of Performance Coatings, Inc., Ukiah, Ca., according to John MaYginnes, chairman and c.e.o. Dressler is a former pitcher for the San Francisco Giants. Seattle Mariners and St. Louis Cardinals. Dore Morton has rejoined Performance Coatings as gen. mgr., and Ted Muckermann is new to the marketing team.

Hugh Mungus and Freddy Fungus, Mungus-Fungus Forest Products, Climax. Nv.. have unveiled their new corporate slogan: "We cheat the other guy and pass the savings on to you."

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Roger Meakins has joined the lumber sales staff at Timber Products Sales Co., Springfield, Or.

Ed Fountain Sr., pres., Ed Fountain Lumber Co., Los Angeles, Ca., and his wife, Vivian, are spending July on an Alaskan cruise, touring Ak. and Vancouver, 8.C., Canada, according to sec./treas. Ed Fountain, Jr.

Dave Bufe, Mesa Forest Products, Costa Mesa, Ca., and Will and Jerry Higman, Reliable Wholesale Lumber Co., Huntington Beach, Ca., recently participated in the Baja 500 offroad race in a new prototype car.

Paul Ward, Ward Forest Products, Morgan Hill, Ca., is back from a European vacation.

Paul Zartman has joined Reid & Wright, Inc., Arcata, Ca., covering Oregon sales from Bend. Richard Reid has moved from the Broomfield, Co., oflice to open a new central Ca. and Bay area territory from Placerville, Ca.

Frank Welch, Cedar Shake & Shingle Bureau, Bellevue, Wa., has retired after 27 years with the group.

Michael Pugh is new to Benchmark Doors as So. Ca. sales rep.

John Reeger has joined Universal Forest Products, Huntington Beach, Ca. Jim Gonsalves, Western Wholesale Moulding, Phoenix, Az., is back after a brief Lake Powell houseboating vacation.

Tim Nelligan is new to the Henry Co., Huntington Park, Ca., as v.p. and gen. mgr., according to pres. Richard B. Gordinier.

Tim Moxie has joined the sales staff of Martin Forest Industries, Healdsburg, Ca., according to v.p. Gary Malfatti.

Bob Jacobson, Roseburg Forest Products, Roseburg, Or., has retired after 28 years on the sales team.

Larry Olson is new to sales in the industrial dept. of Mallco Lumber & Building Materials, Phoenix, Az., working with industrial mgr. Jeff Lodge, according to Rich Bilby.

David Weyerhaeuser, Northwest Hardwoods, Portland, Or., has been promoted to Weyerhaeuser Paneling Division's general mgr. of Pa. veneer operations, according to Robert T. Renfro, div. pres.

Joe Mayfield, pres., Mendo Mill & Lumber Co.; v.p. Mike Mayfield, and store mgrs. Phil Chappell, Ukiah; Ted Shoen, Clearlakel Mike Dunkle, Willits, and Dave McNich, Fort Bragg, Ca., attended a briefceremony honoring the chain as a Superstar Team Member of Ace Hardware Corp.

Michael Drutis is now in sales at Idaho Timber Corp., Boise, ld.

Jon Reed has been promoted to v.p.mktg. & sales at P&M Cedar Products, Stockton, Ca.

Marciel Coor-Pender, Vent Vue Products Co., Los Angeles, Ca., has been in Switzerland on vacation.

Steve Garrison has joined the lumber dept. at Boise Cascade, Phoenix, Az. Denise Keyser is new to the Boise, Id., plywood sales staff.

Ron Owens and Ron Marchek are now with Vance International, Milwaukie, Or.

Mark Finn and Bob Schwirzke have joined Lynn Forest Products, Corona. Ca.

Scott Hebener has been added to the sales team at Henderson Corp.. Boise. Id.

And Selected Sales Aids

Gustom Windows

Custom designed and custom made windows and louvers in nearlv any size are now available from American Woodwork Specialty Co.

Swing 'n'Sell Display

- Swinging door and panel displays for showcasing the maximum riurirber of samples in a minimum amount of space are available from Multiplex.

Manufactured from pine, redwood and vinyl-clad wood, the windows come in nine styles. Fully ventilating redwood louvers are offered in seven styles, including round models up to 6 ft. in diameter. Accessories include custom wood grilles and interior trim.

Double Duty Double Doors

Patio doors offering the strength of steel and the look ofwood are n-ow available from Benchmark Doors.

Introducing a New Product?

Please send details to New Products Editor, 4500 Campus Dr., Suite 480, Newport Beach, Ca.92660.

Tree Pads

A plastic tube-shaped wrap which snaps easily over the trunks ofyoung trees to protect them from damage by mowers and weed trimmers has been developed by Blackburn Manufacturing.

The high-impact plastic is said to expand as the tree grows.

Sturdy .steel wings display full sheets of 4'x8'decorative paneling or pre-finished plywood, each wing holding two panels back to back-. Units have a 20-wing, 40-sample capacity.

Door merchandisers show up to 20 full-size doors of any width-and standard 80" height. Rubber separators protect the doors against damage.

Free-standing and wall-mounted displays are offered.

Radon Defense

A new sealant system from Radon Shield, Inc., reportedly guards houses from the infiltration of radon gas.

The kit contains five I qt. tubes of sealant, I qt. ofadhesive and 150 ft. of closed cell foam joint filler. Only one kit is needed per home.

The shield must be used in con- junction with EPA ventilation requirements and applied at the time of new construction.

Rotating Roof Window

A pivot/vent roof window that 9aq be opened without removing the inside screen is new from Roto Frank of America.

Manufactured from 24-gauge galvanized steel, Legend Vista Ifdobrs have a l0-mil thick woodgrain coat- ing, which may additionally be stained or painted.

The doors also feature polyurethane insulation, frostbreak threshold, high-tech weatherstripping and Low-E double insulated glass. -

_ A gear-driven, chain-type crank, hand- or pole-operated, opens the window to a full 10.5 in. For easv cleaning, the screen slips off and thi: top-hinged window rotates 180'.

Vision roof windows feature enerBy_qflicient argon filled Low-E glass, EPDM gaskets, a step-flashing sys- tem tor weather tightness, attached screen and installed hardware. Five sizes are available.

Mahogany Door Merchandiser

Mahogany doors are now offered in free-standing display units from Pease Industries.

and temperature resistant Carver's Mill shutters use a simple drill-to-fit mounting system. They are 14" wide and come in sizes to frame window or door lengths from22" to 82", in a varietv of colors.

Paint Brush Bench

Brush Caddy from Z-Best Products Co. slips easily onto the rim of a paint can to provide a resting area for small brushes.

A magnetic strip on top of the device is a resting place for 3" or smaller paint brushes, enabling the excess paint to drip back into the can.

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

PicturePerfect Octagonals

Leaded glass octagonal windows are now available from Monarch Mirror Door Co.

Exterior Shutter Bin

Exterior shutters from Pinckney

Molded Plastics are now accompanied by a compact, full color merchandising display.

Made of polystyrene, the weather

Offered in stationary and opening models, Octagons have unfinished pine frames, which may be painted or stained. Beveled or etched glass and patina lead or brass finish came are available.

Rough openings for fixed windows are 22" x22" and for operating windows 25-l /2" x 25-l /2"

Big Stowaway

A 17 gallon, all purpose home storage box is new from Buckhorn lnc.

Molded of high strength industrial plastic, the containers feature attached lids and smooth, rounded edges. They are said to be waterproof and resistant to impact, mildew, splintering and rot.

(lontainers stack securely one on top ofthe other on shelving and nest one inside the other when empty.

The product attaches to gallon or ouart cans.

ScenicSecurity Door

Security doors in a rustic design are new from Joico Ornamental lron.

Constructed with heavy duty wrought hinges, dual sweep expander, weather-stripped metal frame, header and heavy 2" frame, the doors have a pneumatic door closer, crash chain, l/8" tempered glass, electrostatic finish and solid brass handles.

Backyard Bollards

Cast iron, ornamental bollards, lighted or unlighted with linking chains or free standing are available-from Spring City Electrical Manufacturing Co.

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The pos_ts are crafted of single-piece cast iron to protect them from corrosion and vandalism.

Six styles, each reminiscent of a historic period or locale, are offered.

A Friend In Knees

For jobs that require kneeling, the comfortable EZKneeler from Kraft Tool Co. gives knees a break.

A convenient alternative to knee pads, the 74" x 24" kneeboard consists of a thermo-plastic rubber cushion securely fastened to a polypropylene tray.

A Dozen+ Door Displays

Fourteen different in-store door displays have been introduced by Castlegate.

pedestals for single doors and countertop versions are also offered. Free hand samples that feature a steel door cutaway and a variety of frames are included.

Roll On The Floor

Upgraded versions of the mechanized roll racks for displaying do-ityourself sheet vinyl flooring have been introduced by Armstrong World Industries.

The new merchandisers include feature-benefit cards, an estimating table, and product samples attached with velcro for easy replacement.

Gornered In The Tub

Splash Guard, which helps to keep bathroom floors safe, dry and mildew-free by preventing shower splash, is new from Magic American Corp.

A molded white plastic corner has a self-adhesive anchor strip that permanently bonds to tiled tub walls. It reportedly installs quickly and easily without putty or tools.

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Full-size displays include factoryprepared doors in either wall-mounted or free-standing form. Revolving

The device helps to prevent floor and wall damage, and can be removed for cleaning.

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Canned Pump

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Complete inventories and prompt delivery of the finest quality timber.

Instantly Installed Storage

A new utility storage system featuring an exclusive locking device is now available from Selfix. Inc.

For more information on New Products write The Merchont Mogozine.4500 Campus Dr Suite 480. Newport Beach. Ca. 9266{) Please mention issue date and page number so we can process y-our re' quest fasterl Many thanksl

Fashionable Vinyl Flooring

A new line of moderately priced sheet vinyl flooring has been introduced by Armstrong World Industries.

Space Works units can be assembled in less than 15 minutes without tools due to a simple locking design. The units come in two-shelf and four-shelf designs, each shelf holding up to 150 lbs.

Gover Up Kit

The Paper Taper Masking Machine kit by 3M helps apply masking tape and masking paper rolls accurately in one easy step.

Using the compact, lightweight durable plastic applicator can eliminate the practice oftaping newspaper sections to a surface for protection. The masking paper protects against paint runs, roller mist and overspray. Kits include the machine. one roll each of 6"- and 12"-wide x 20' long masking paper, two rolls of 3/4" x 720' tape,6" cut off blade and 6" blade extension dispenser holder.

The Vanguard Collection features two geometric patterns in a choice of 14 colors. They come in 6-ft. wide and l2-ft. wide continuous rolls with a clear. durable Solarian no-wax surface.

Flame Spread Starter

Starterlogg wood fire starter is now available in an individuallywrapped trial size and a 24-unit bulk pack from Forest Technology Corp.

Made with fast-burning wax and kiln-dried sawdust, the non-toxic product reportedly provides clean, quick ignition in fireplaces, barbecue grills and wood stoves.

The two new sizes join the original four-pack.

3-Sided Hearth

The new Cove fireplace from Majestic Co. offers an outstanding view from three sides.

With its long, narrow shape, it can be used as a room divider.

Features include glass doors framed with polished satin brass, allowing for nearly l3 sq. ft. of unobstructed fire-viewing while reducing room heat loss up the open llue, and fully refractory-lined firebox back and hearth for a custom masonry appearance.

Rolling Security

Exterior rolling shutters for energy savings, weather protection, security and environmental control are now available from Roll-A-Way. Featuring a step-down slat design, the shutters have no outside locks, bolts or screws. They can be installed over existing sliding glass doors, windows, balconies, counter tops and other openings, or integrated and hidden within walls or sofl'its in new homes.

They are offered in a variety of slat configurations, materials and colors.

Mixed Messages

An l l" x 14" yellow plastic combination sign that can advertise up to four different messages is new from SemToro.

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By snapping the signs on a scored line, the customer creates two I l" x T" signs with messages serigraphed in solid black on both sides. The water-proof black paint allows for indoor or outdoor applications.

The signs are available with 24 different messages, including "No Smoking," "For Sale," "For Rent" and "Garaee Sale."

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Ron Pugh or Janetta Cardoza

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