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Hard And Soffit

A vinyl perforated continuous sof- fit vent with an H-type mold leg channel has been introduced by Tamlyn & Sons.

Short And To The Point

A short saw said to cut 507o faster than traditional hand saws is available from Stanley Tools.

With cutting teeth set in three cutting surfaces, Short Cut saws cut on both push and pull strokes. They come with a hardwood handle and a heavy-duty reusable sleeve to protect the blade during non-use.

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On The Cutting Edge

A saw attachment from Squarz-It Co. enables users to make 90' cuts on lumber.

Designed for lumber ranging from lx3 through 3x6, Squarz-It mounts to the bottom of most 7-l/4" circular saws. When not in use, the fence folds into the closed position, allowing users to make normal cuts.

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Bandmill On The Run

A portable bandmill designed to cut 20-ft. logs is available from TimberKing, Inc.

Designed with a twin-beam construction, the Model B-20 mill reportedly offers greater stability than single-beam units.

An 8-ft. extension package, optional hydraulic toe boards and hydraulic upright log stops are available.

The Snapvent provides maximum air flow and requires no stapling or nailing to install. Users cut the channel, insert the vent in one side and snap in the other side.

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Burning Up

A lightweight, lacquer burn-in knife from Hot Tools repairs gouges and heavy scratches in furniture and woodwork.

Wipe And Go

A nonwoven towel pre-moistened with hand clbaning forinula is available from Gojo Industries.

Available with several shades of lacquer sticks and three interchangeable spatula-shaped tips that reach 300"F, it melts and smoothes the lacquer. -

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Gojo Fast Wipes provide fast hand cleaning at the work or job site.

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Weathered Wood Cleaner

A wood cleaner that removes gray and black residue caused bv weathering is available from Penoiin-Performance Coatings Inc.

Weatherblaster is designed to remove oxidized tannins on redwood. cedar decking, siding and hot tubs. Available in four colors. it is prepackaged in cases of three quarts, three pints and three 1/2 pints.

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Little Yellow Drywall Buckets

A line of drywall screws packaged in small contractor pack buckets is available from Building Products of America Corp.

The buckets include a selection of fine thread, coarse thread, laminating, trim heads, tek drill points, hex washer heads, deck screws and pan heads.

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Resealable Plastic Pail Lid

A leak-proof, airtight lid that reseals plastic pails is new from Mack Chicago Corp.

Noise Nixer

A prestressed wooden noise barrier that reportedly has two to three times the life of other sound walls has been developed by L.T.S.

The Svlvia Outdoor Sound Wall is composed of wooden frames made of vertical and horizontal drilled beams, surrounding either solid wood sound reflecting panels or sound absorbing panels filled with foam or mineral wool. Frames measuring over 13 ft. in length require an additional supporting beam.

A metal link runs across the top of the supporting concrete foundation blocks, which are placed eight to 30 ft. apart, while a prestressed vertical pole secures the panel and the bottom joist.

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Off-Road Mower

A new mower from Garden Way Inc. can reportedly clear up to one acre ofbrush per hour.

Construction Online

Two new online programs have been introduced by F.W. Dodge.

Dodge Market Leader integrated software organizes and customizes downloa{ed information from Dodge Datalinez.

Dodge Lead Time is an electronic version of the daily Dodge reports that can be transmitted directlv to the computers of the construction ind real estate professionals.

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Tabletop Humidifier

A one-gallon humidifier is available from Bemis Manufacturine Co.

Gamma Seal, which fits 3.5- to 7gallon, 12" diameter pails, is made of an outer ring that fits the lip of the pail and an inner lid which screws into the ring.

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The tangle-free designed Troy-Bilt Sickle Bar Mower can cut through vegetation up to I " thick.

A 3-Il2-hp,4-hp, manual and an electric start 5-hp model are available.

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Free Additional Information

on any product in this section is available by circling the corresponding Reader Service number on the form on page 46 and sending the form to The Merchant Magazine, either by FAX 7f 4-852-023I, by mail to 4500 Campus Dr., Ste' 480, Newport Beach, Ca. 92660, or just call (714) 852-1990.

The Waterwick Model 9166 features a lift-off top and weighs less than 4 lbs.

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Cool Fire Coating

A fire-resistant coating reportedly with a cooling temperature nine times that of water is new from Station I Anti-Flame.

Designed for use on many surfaces, Station I Anti Flame removes oxygen from a fire and prevents reignition. It can be mixed with paint or stain to form a fire-protective layer and is non-toxic.

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Hit The Bricks

An economical pavement saw is available from Magnum Diamond & Machinery, Inc.

Designed for sawing floors, driveways, outlining asphalt and concrete patches, the Buckshot features a blade depth control mounted on the handle bar.

Its heavy-duty l-ll4" blade shaft is driven by two premium V-belts. Grease zerks are easily accessible and large rear wheels allow the operator to move around.

It is available with various engines, ranging from 9 to 13 hp.

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Stronger Than Concrete

A bonding agent said to be stronger than concrete is new from W.R. Meadows.

Self-Adhering Borders

A self-adhering border from Fashion Point eliminates the need for wallpaper paste.

Impact borders feature 42 patterns to fit kitchen, bath, traditional, contemporary, novelty and child settings, and are available in 5-yard packages.

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Office On Wheels

A mobile office that can be hauled to a work site by a car or pickup truck is new from Valley Manufacturing.

One-Of-A-Kind Switch

For use in exterior and interior repairs, Sealtight Intralok provides a non-yellowing bond between new-toold and new-to-new concrete.

It is available in l-gallon units, 5gallon pails and 55-gallon drums.

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The Ground Hog hugs the ground using a hydraulically activated jacking system that lowers the office to ground level. The wheels are retacted from sight and the towing hitch area is secured under a lockable steel cover to prevent theft. It provides 75 sq. ft. of office area and has hookups for electricity and water.

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