NEW PRODUCTTS

And Selected Sales Aids

Fence Hardware Shop

A smaller, mobile fence hardware display is now available from Teco/ Lumberlok.

Measuring only 2 ft. wide by 2 ft. deep by 5 ft. high, the merchandiser the nailer has an operating pressure range of 70 to 120 psig and includes safety touch trip or trigger optional driving. It also has a contoured com-

Adjustable Mantels

Three adjustable mid-range wood mantels to fit virtually any fireplace have been introduced by Superior Fireplace Co.

The components, which are sold separately, consist of a shelf mantel and a legs and skirt set. With simple cuts, the legs and skirt adapt to a includes easy-to-read header sign and individual shelf talkers for demonstrating product use.

It holds the full fence products line, including rail and post brackets, wet post anchor bases, section rail brackets, pipe post rail brackets and post covers.

Framing Nailer

A newly designed framing nailer combining lighter weight with increased nail capacity has been developed by Senco Products.

Weighing just 7.3 lbs. yet accommodating up to 86 nails, the tool has enough power to drive home a 3-l/4" framing nail.

Designed for framing, truss, subfloor, bridging, sheathing, siding, roof deck and fencing applications, fort grip handle to increase operator comfort and reduce latigue.

A variety of fasteners, including deck nails and smooth, ring or screw shank nails can be used with it.

Earthquake lnsurance

At the first sign of an earthquake, Quake Control from A&W Industries automatically turns off the gas in a home, eliminating the major cause of fires.

The device operates via an adjustable motion detector, electronic control box and solenoid valve. lt is set to turn offthe gas if a quake of 4.0 on the Richter scale occurs, by activating a latching solenoid valve placed in the main gas line. The low voltage system plugs into an ordinary household outlet.

It includes a battery back-up in case of a power outage and a digital communicator option to notify a monitoring agency of a gas shut off.

wide variety of heights and widths. Components can be installed as a full mantel or just a shelf mantel. Two styles of shelf mantels are offered: a massive, high profile mantel with elaborate crown moulding or a sleek, low profile shelf mantel with a simpler design.

Reformulated lcemelter

Improved Safe Step lcemelter from Koos, Inc. melts ice at lower temperatures, increasing its ability to break ice and prevent refreezing. The product dissolves completely, leaving no chalky chemical residue to coat sidewalks, stain shoes or be tracked into buildings. It also won't harm grass, trees, shrubs or other vegetation when used as directed.

Fire Rated Wallboard

FiberBond fiber gypsum wallboard featuring a one hour Type X fire code rating is now available from Louisiana-Pacific.

Unlike conventional wallboard, made of sheets of paper encased by gypsum, FiberBond has internal strength since it is made by mixing gypsum with wood fiber from wastepaper. Reportedly it is stronger,

Anti-Fatigue Mat

An anti-fatigue mat for the home workshop has been designed by Dynamat.

The 24" x 36" x 3/8" expanded polyvinylchloride mat makes concrete floors comfortable during long period of standing. It has thousands of microcellular air pockets that support the user, alleviate stress and fatigue and protect fallen tools.

The mat is light, durable, easy to clean and resistant to oil. sawdust. dirt and detergents.

by 9" deep, has a total storage capacity of 1677 cu. in., weighs 6 lbs., and includes a three year limited warranty.

Featured are four bins with dividers across the top for small parts, a bottom center area large enough for drill storage, adjustable, easier to install and provides excellent thermal and sound insulation and nail holding ability.

Designed for interior use on ceilings, walls and partitions, it needs no taping or paint priming. The panels have a smooth. even surface and resist surface abrasion and impact damage.

Panels come in 4x8. 4xl0 and 4xl2 dimensions, l/2" and 5/8" thick.

Tool Locker

The Tool Storage Center from Waterloo Industries mounts to a wall or door and is removable to take to a job site.

constructed of high impact polyethylene, the vertical storage unit measures l8-l/2" high by 16" wide removable side and center trays, and a full-sized, rounded handle. The kit is lockable.

Super Bookkeeper

The Practical Accounting System, a powerful, entry level software package that allows users to save time by organizing accounting records, from tracking sales and inventory to printing monthly financial statements, is new from RealWorld Corp.

Integrated are accounts receiva-

l-Joist Line

The WSI l-joist product line has been introduced by Willamette Industries.

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The top quality economical joist systems feature oriented strand board webs for greater shear capacity, custom design for maximum utilization of materials. and MSR. LVL or parallel strand lumber flanges.

Tapered profiles are available in all six series.

Both single and multi-user versions are available. Record locking ensures that the most accurate, upto-date information has been entered.

Brush Up On Decks

A deck scrubber and coatings ap- plicator are now available from Osmose.

The deck scrubber features a 53" tapered end handle, 12" head and stiff, heavy duty bristles. lt can be used to clean dirt, grime, mildew and discoloration from decks and brighten patios and walkways. ldeal for use with stains. toners and water repellents, the deck coatings applicator has a large 18" head to reduce application time and chemical resistant bristles that are flagged to help provide an even finish and prevent puddling.

Portable B-B-Q

The Gourmet Grid Express Grill, a self-contained charcoal barbecue that folds flat for easy transport, is new from Porcelain Metals Corp.

Polyethylene, canvas and paper drop cloths are offered.

Both professional and d-i-y grade caulking guns are available, in 9" and 13" with either smooth or ratchet rods. Features include electrostatic paint finish, tip cutters, puncture wires and wrist wraps.

Wood Joining Center

A full line of wood joining products with a variety of merchandising aids is now available from Vermont American.

with headers. The center can be used as one piece or separated to display accessories by pegging them to a wall and dowel rods in the rack.

Adjustable Organizer

A three-shelf multi-purpose storage center from Stylette helps to keep videotapes, books and small household items neat and organized. Made of durable, high impact polystyrene, it features uniquely designed angled shelves and sliding, adjustable bookends.

Included are grid, wind screen, heavy duty wire charcoal grate, durable porcelain on steel ash pan, wireformed side legs, and optional tote bag.

Covers & Caulkers

Drop cloths and caulking guns have been added to Hyde Tools' line of paint and surface preparation tools.

The 24-l/4" high x 26" longxT- l/4" wide organizer comes in white, black and slate blue. Easy assembly requires no tools.

Products include dowel pins, plugs and buttons; dowel centers, sets, jigs and rods; drill stops; plate joiner saw blades and biscuits.

A Wood Joining Center consolidates all items in a free standine rack

Post Holder

Post Spikes from Leslie-Locke allow fast, accurate installation of gates, fencing, lamp posts, mail- boxes, signs and otherjobs requiring 4" x 4" posts.

Made from heavy gauge steel and offered in three lengths, the spikes eliminate the need for digging post holes, mixing and pouring concrete, and using treated lumber, since they raise the post base above ground.

Luxury Bathware

The Radiance collection of clear and smoked glass bath cabinets, mirrors, toplights and shelves has been introduced by NuTone.

The 4' x 8' plywood racks feature increased height (8'10") to double the amount of stocking area without increasing the l6 sq. ft. offloor space required by other ready-to-sell racks. It has three storage bays each for l' x 4' ,2' x 4' and 4' x 4' material and also displays 12" x 8' and 16" x 8' material, ideal for shelving and bookcase projects.

They are packaged with a wooden block in the post receptacle so that as the spike is hammered into the ground it can be checked with a level for straightness. The block is then removed and the post inserted. Also available is an easily assembled free standing display which holds 32 Post Spikes of various sizes.

Included are double-sided beveled mirror doors, full mirror behind the shelves, magnifying cosmetic mirror, invisible European hinges and push-to-open magnetic snaplock catches.

Plywood Salesman

Space saving display racks for Redi-Cuts pre-cut hardwood plywood and southern pine plywood panels are now available from Georsia-Pacific.

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A 4' x 4' rack offers three storase bays for 4' x 4' material and thr6e bays for 2' x 4' material or other panel stock.

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Key Alert

A warning device which sounds an alarm when a key has inadvertently been left in the lock is new from Invention Prototypes & Marketing Corp.

self-cleaning system for easy clean up.

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thermostats, front panel controls and an airtight closure system, the system automatically opens and moves the heat into other areas of a house or an adjoining structure. When the temperature in the heatgenerating area drops, it closes its internal motorized shutter.

The quiet, compact unit plugs into a standard wall outlet or can be wired internally.

It can be used to spray latex and oil-based paints, stains and sealers from a 1 gallon can or 5 gallon bucket.

A flap which covers the keyhole makes contact with the key when it is not removed, triggering the alarm.

Sprayer On The Spot

The new House Painter airless paint sprayer from Campbell Hausfeld reportedly takes less than five minutes to assemble and includes a

The sprayer comes with a 25-ft. high pressure hose, spray gun with built-in filter and reversible anti-clos spray tip.

Heat Transfer System

The Wesper 2 Heat Transfer System from Weather Energy Systems automatically transfers solar-heated air from a greenhouse or sunroom into an attached house.

Consisting of a fan, controlling

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Endwise Lumber Rack

A storage rack designed so that lumber can be stored and selected from the end rather than from the side is now available from Steel King Industries.

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Building Material Handling Equipment

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Ladder Ledge

Colorful molded aluminum ladders are pail shelves for fiberglass and new from R.D. Werner Co.

. New Barko/Pettibone Material Handling Cranes

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